Sermons on Enough Sorrow:

How Bad Do You Want It!

Contributed by Quinton Williamson on Feb 18, 2005

To let the people know that you need to want to the promises of God bad enough, that you will be broken down just to be blessed.

We find that Jacob has a problem he is between a rock and hard place. Because his uncle Laban is behind him and his brother whom he tricked is about to approach him. And he does not know what to do. You see he is on his way to meet Esau for the first time in some twenty years after he stole ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:26

Denomination: Baptist

But I Gave It My Best Effort Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 23, 2004

I tried I really did, isnt trying enough for salvation? Isnt do our best what counts?

Galatians 3:1-14 But I gave it My Best Effort! Introduction A. As many of you know I play Racquetball with Jon usually on Tuesdays and Thursday morning. B. I have a goal. My goal is quite simple. My Goal is to beet Jon C. I do not accomplish my Goal often. In fact if I win one out of four ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

From Knowledge To Conviction:

Contributed by John Harvey on Nov 17, 2004

Christians must grow in their faith. It is not enough to just know about being a Christian, we must put the knowledge into action

“From Knowledge to Conviction: Growing Up Without Growing Stale” 11-21-04 Intro: Food that expires or goes bad Bread left out Juice or Milk that has spoiled Twinkies- do not have an endless shelf life- Go bad after 25 days The key to spiritual maturity is to grow up in Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian And God's Word

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jun 15, 2001

When God’s people reject God’s word for long enough, God removes that word from them.

What is the one thing that you would miss most if it were taken away from you? What would you most miss if you woke up tomorrow and found you no longer had it? Would it be your family? Your children? Your dog or your cat? Your photo albums? Your health perhaps? I want you to think about that ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Courage Of Our Convictions Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 9, 2007

Why would John repeatedly confront Herod about his sin? Why not just leave well enough alone?

OPEN: The philosophy final at U.C.L.A had many blank pages for the answer to one question: “What is courage?” Most of the students wrote frantically, giving examples, expounding on theories. But one of the classmates turned in his essay with just two words on it to describe what courage was. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Righteousness: Vegetarian Jesus

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 1, 2007

What is it that really makes me a spiritual person? If I act good for long enough, will it no longer be an act, will it then become real?

Two missionaries were on their way through the jungle when they were captured by a group of cannibals. The two missionaries, Harrison and Thompson, were brought to the village with much fanfare where they were presented to the chief. The village chief stepped forward and said in perfect English, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pray, Think, And Do Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 6, 2010

It’s not enough to hear or read the Word of God, or even to know it well. We must also put it into practice.

Anxious For Nothing Part 2 Pray, Think, and Do 04/29/07 AM Text and Reading: Philippians 4:4-9 [Many of the main thoughts for this series and this sermon are drawn from the writings of John MacArthur in his book: Anxious for Nothing.] Introduction In a previous lesson we explored Jesus’ great ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jehovah Tsidkenu

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Sep 22, 2015

Jehovah Tsidkenu The LORD our Righteousness. A look at how Jesus' did enough for all of us. He is our righteousness

Jehovah Tsidkenu The LORD our Righteousness Introduction: I wish I could do more justice to the substance of our message tonight. The Meaning of 'Tsidkenu' comes from the word 'Tsedek' which means “righteousness.” 'Tsedek' is translated hundreds of times as right, righteous, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Pastor Norman Bailey, Overseer on Aug 10, 2018

In order to understand (The Good News) the Gospel we must be honest enough to say there had to be some bad news!!!!

For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth, to the Jew first and also to the Gentiles. Romans 1:16 This verse is the key passage of the book of Romans. The Apostle Paul owns up to that the Gospel of Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Live Simply Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 18, 2019

When we realize that we have enough, we are freed from the merry-go-round of chasing after more.

November 17, 2019 Stewardship Week Three Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Philippians 4:10-13; Luke 20:45-21:4 “Live Simply” Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “For I have learned to be content with whatever I have.” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Biblical Fellowship (A Communion Sermon)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

Someone said, “Fellowship is like fellows in a ship!” Then they said, “The only thing wrong with fellowship is that there are not enough fellows in the ship.”

As we read through the New Testament, we can see that FELLOWSHIP is essential to God’s church. For a church to be a strong church, FELLOWSHIP IS ESSENTIAL. Let me give you an example how important it is. Illus: Romanian orphans have a medical condition that many of them suffer from. In ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Fellowship (A Communion Sermon)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022

Someone said, “Fellowship is like fellows in a ship!” Then they said, “The only thing wrong with fellowship is that there are not enough fellows in the ship.”

As we read through the New Testament, we can see that FELLOWSHIP is essential to God’s church. For a church to be a strong church, FELLOWSHIP IS ESSENTIAL. Let me give you an example how important it is. Illus: Romanian orphans have a medical condition that many of them suffer from. In ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Power In Persecution

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 14, 2022

Will the power of Acts return when persecution separates the wheat from the chaff? If all you have left is Jesus, will it be enough?

1Pe 4:14 If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are ye; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part he is glorified. 15 But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

All-Sufficient God

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 3, 2023

You can continue to trust God to meet you at the point of your needs. God is more than enough for you.

OASIS WORD DEVOTIONAL Verse Of The Day: And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.~Philippians 4:19 Columnist: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah, ©Oasis WordBank Reference: 01122302 ALL SUFFICIENT In Hebrew, El Shaddai means “the All-Sufficient One,” or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19, Genesis 17:1

Denomination: Charismatic

"common Ground" - The Bible For Christians And Conversations With Unbelievers

Contributed by John Huyser on Jan 18, 2023

Posting or inserting a Bible verse is no longer enough when people speak the same words but operate from different dictionaries.

Slide 1 Last summer, we met Pastor Lora Copley and her husband, Joel. Just a month prior to the Abide Conference in Chicago, they moved to a church in Ames, Iowa near the University. Engaging with new members and neighbors, she took note of a language barrier present. It was particularly true of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11