Sermons on Epistle Of John:

What's Your World View

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 11, 2017

We all look at the world through a certain lens. The lens that we use will cause us to see different things. Someone is always trying to provide us with their lens. We need to see the world and humanity as Christ sees them.

What’s Shaping Your World View 9/3/2017 Psalm 1:1-6 Mark 7:20-23 If I told you, because the Browns were undefeated the last three games so they will most likely win the Super bowl, what would your reaction be? Anybody thinking, wow that’s good to hear we have a great team? Anybody ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:20-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sola Fide | Faith Alone

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Oct 23, 2017

For October 2017, as we approach the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation, we are doing a sermon series on the "solas": Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, and Sola Scriptura; and 2 others added, Soli Deo Gloria, and Solus Christus. This is the fourth of the series.

Over one billion dollars. That's what insurance companies estimate in covering the damages caused by wildfires in California—and that’s just what was insured! I’m sure you’ve seen it in the news or online. The destruction caused by these flames has been absolutely awful. Over 8,400 structures ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Joseph-Loyalty Above Lust

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Nov 14, 2017

We must maintain our loyalty to God and Him alone.

Title: Joseph-Loyalty Above Lust Date: 11/19/17 Place: BLCC Text: Genesis 39.1-19 CT: We must maintain our loyalty to God. [Screen 1] Sheila Walsh said our paradigm of what a Christian life is supposed to be hugely affects whether we become bitter or not. So many of the people I work with are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-21

Denomination: Christian Church

A Time To Weep, A Time To Laugh Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 19, 2017

The Laughter – Genesis chapter 21 verses 1-8 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Two General Truths to Remember About God's Promises: • (1a). God is in no hurry: • (1b). God never forgets or retracts his word. (2). Three Guide-lines Concerning God's Promises: • (2a). Is the promise universal in scope? • (2b). Is the promise personal in nature? • (2c). ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-8

Denomination: Brethren

Waking Up Blessed!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 16, 2018

If the title isn’t intriguing enough, God’s word says there Is Hope....God's Inspired Word declares when you behold the glory of Jesus, “nothing is impossible, when you put your faith and trust in His ability instead of your own! “

Waking up Blessed!! The Bible says, all scripture is the inspired word of God and for our benefit. So we must believe if Jesus is our Lord and Savior, then all scripture and every promise contain within, is as though to be both received and applied personally, to each and everyone of us. Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-24, Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Maximizing The Blessings Of Godly Influence

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 6, 2018

Influences that affect our lives are only one side of the coin. The other is all about the influence that we have on others. To influence others is both a privilege and a great responsibility.

MAXIMISING THE BLESSINGS OF GODLY INFLUENCE Study Text: Psalms 1 : 1 - 3 Introduction: - Influence is the power or capacity of producing an effect without apparent exertion of force or direct exercise of command. It is the power or capacity of causing an effect in indirect or intangible ways to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Victory In Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 2, 2018

Death is certain but the promise of Resurrection is more certain. Why is that promise so powerful and what difference can our resurrection mean to us?

(We began the sermon by singing the favorite hymn: Victory In Jesus “I heard an old, old story, how a Savior came from glory, How He gave His life on Calvary to save a wretch like me; I heard about His groaning, of His precious blood's atoning, Then I repented of my sins and won the victory. O ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-57

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loamy Hearts

Contributed by Greg Yort on Apr 8, 2018

As a church and as a Christian, it is our job to sow seeds…to preach, teach and witness. It is God’s job to regenerate hearts, save, and mature.

Introduction Is anyone here do much gardening? What is the dirty secret among successful gardeners? Loamy soil! Every gardener quickly learns that good soil is vital for a healthy, productive garden. Good soil means it has nutrients to feed the plants and a texture that holds water long enough for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Guided By God's Word

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 10, 2018

How does God's word guide us? We must resist the pull to turn away, remain on the right path, refresh ourselves with the sweetness and reshape our affections to line up with God's word.

GUIDED BY GOD’S WORD The Bible is a book beyond all books as a river is above a stream. The Bible is a book beyond all books as the sun is above and beyond a candle in brightness. The Bible is a book beyond all books as the wings of an eagle is above and beyond the wings of a sparrow. It is ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Be About God’s Business

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 10, 2018

A MESSAGE FOR FATHER'S DAY

BE ABOUT GOD’S BUSINESS LUKE 2:40-52 A THING THAT USUALLY EXCITES ANY FATHER, IS WHEN A SON COMES UP AND TELLS HIM THAT HE WANTS TO LEARN THE FAMILY BUSINESS. IT MAKES A FATHER PROUD TO CHANGE THE NAME OF THE FAMILY BUSINESS TO INCLUDE “AND SON”. TWICE IN THE SCRIPTURES WRITERS RECORD THE WORDS ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Of Endurance Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

7th in a sermon series on James dealing with the blessing that God promises to those who endure.

“The Blessing of Endurance” Review Today we move on in our journey thought James. James wrote to bring clarity to the life of faith. Many assert they live by faith. Many claim they trust God but their response to various circumstances in life demonstrates otherwise. James serves as a spiritual ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Our Rewarding God Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

9th in a sermon series on James dealing with principle of rewards in the Bible.

“Our Rewarding God” Introduction Everyone appreciates acknowledgement of effort and achievement. We learn about reward and punishment from the time we are little. Good behavior reaps reinforcing reward. Bad behavior provokes corrective discipline. The concept of reward is thoroughly Biblical. Paul ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Pass It On-Respect

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Apr 20, 2018

May all who come behind us find us faithful in our respect to God.

Title: Pass It On-Respect Place: BLCC Date:6/15/2014 Text: 1 Samuel 2.12-29 CT: May all who come behind us find us faithful in our respect to God. Mother’s Day FAS: We live in a fast-paced culture, but some things just ought to happen slowly. The book Final Salute tells the story of Major Steve ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:12-29

Denomination: Christian Church

Pass It On-Evangelism

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Apr 20, 2018

To live for him we must serve his mission to evangelize.

Title: PASS IT ON-Evangelism Date: 6/29/14 Place: BLCC Text: 2 Kings 5.1-15 CT: To live for him we must serve his mission to evangelize. FAS: There's a scene in Herman Melville's (author of Moby Dick) novel White Jacket that focuses on the ship's chief surgeon, Cadwallader Cuticle, M.D. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Christian Church

The Devil Wrote A Check For Your Life, But It Bounced

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Apr 23, 2018

There is a difference however, between a THIEF and a ROBBER. This text for examination identifies the actions of a thief whereas MALACHI identifies the actions of a robber.

TITLE: THE DEVIL WROTE A CHECK FOR YOUR LIFE, BUT IT BOUNCED SCRIPTURE: ST. JOHN 10:10 I realize this is a very familiar text, it is a well-known verse to millions of believers around the world, but today I want to see if I can provide us with some fresh insight into this powerful scripture. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist