Sermons on Eternal Value:

Avoiding Spiritual Burnout

Contributed by David Wilson on Feb 21, 2012

Four causes of the things that cause us to lose our spiritual zeal!!!

How to Prevent Spiritual Burnout! ROMANS 12:11-12 CONTEXT: Romans chapter 12 begins with a stern admonition for believers to submit themselves to God by living sacrificially, as living sacrifices, dedicated to serving God and avoiding conformity to the world. Paul encourages the believers in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Two Sons

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Mar 29, 2011

Man has the choice of two destinies

Matthew 21:28-32-But what do you think? A man had two sons, and he came to the first and said, ‘Son, go, work today in my vineyard.’ He answered and said, ‘I will not,’ but afterward he regretted it and went. Then he came to the second and said likewise. And he answered and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

Judge Not That You Be Not Judged

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

As Jesus looked at the religious situation of his day, he saw that judging others had become a great religious problem. The Pharisees and scribes sat in the place of the critic. They were quick to pass judgment on those who didn’t live up to their expe

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army Introduction: As Jesus looked at the religious situation of his day, he saw that judging others had become a great religious problem. The Pharisees and scribes sat in the place of the critic. They were quick to pass judgment on those who didn’t live up to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Who Am I In Christ?

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

Bible verse collection about my identity in Christ

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army WHO AM I IN CHRIST? I am accepting: • John 1:12 I am a son / a daughter of God • John 15:15 I am a friend of Jesus • Romans 5:1 I am Justified • 1Cor 6:17 I have unity with the Lord and in spirit, I am one With Christ • 1Cor 6:20 I have bee bought with a ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Our Walk In This World

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 4, 2011

In our text, God gives us some principles of our walk in this world. 1- Imitate God 2- Stay clean

INTRO.- Walk in the way of love, one version reads. What is your walk in this world? II Corinthians 13:5 “Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you—unless, of course, you fail the test?” Occasionally, we need to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christmas Gift Of Detachment

Contributed by James Kevin Bachmann on Dec 17, 2011

The gift of detachment will benefit us much more than any material gift.

The Christmas Gift of Detachment “What did you get for Christmas?” people often ask after the long-awaited day arrives on Dec. 25. They wait for the coming of Jesus as they do the coming of St. Nicholas, or Santa Claus. I read a story this week about a superior who received gifts from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Catholic

The Right Kind Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 25, 2011

James teaches us about several kinds of wisdom. This message points to those types and gives the RIGHT one to seek.

How to Do Life The Right Kind of Wisdom James 3:13-18 Have you ever met someone who seemingly was a great intellect (book-smart) but had no ‘common’ (horse) sense? It’s almost the mad scientist persona where he can perform great academic feats but has trouble tying his shoe. In ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Precious Stones In The Eyes Of God

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 31, 2011

Peter says, that Jesus is a living stone rejected by men But, chosen by God and precious. He also says that we are living stones…so we are precious to God also

We Are Precious Stones In The Eyes Of God. 1 Peter 2: 3 If so be ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious. 4 To whom coming, as unto a living stone, disallowed indeed of men, but chosen of God, and precious, 5 Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Why Can't I Touch God: Lesson 9

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 25, 2014

Importance of touching in Scripture

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The 5 windows of the soul: sight, speech, hearing, touch and smell. 2. People ask to experience God by seeing, talking, hearing His voice and touching Him. WHAT TOUCH DOES • A touch satisfies curiosity • Touching gives greater information ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Heart Like Joseph

Contributed by Lance Hostetter on Dec 25, 2012

This sermon calls all believers to demonstrate behavior like Joseph in time of stress.

A Heart Like Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction: Circumstances have the potential to change us. Traumatic events have a lasting effect on our lives. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Maybe: The divorce of our parents. A sudden loss! A difficult upbringing—a the trial of one of the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worthy Traits Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2013

This is the first look at the early church. And these verses show us the traits that characterized the daily lives of believers.

As we travel along through the Book of Acts, we come to verse 41-47 in chapter 2. This is the first look at the early church. And these verses show us the traits that characterized the daily lives of believers. Here they are in a nutshell and then we will look at them a little closer. 1. A ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Essentials For Life Together Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2013

The life of the early believers and church was most unusual. It was a far cry from the way the church and its believers live today. Yet, as we study their lives, we get a clear picture of the essentials for living together and for fulfilling the mission

The life of the early believers and church was most unusual. It was a far cry from the way the church and its believers live today. Yet, as we study their lives, we get a clear picture of the essentials for living together and for fulfilling the mission of the Lord. The first thing we see is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

Wise To Do Evil

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 24, 2013

The Lord cried passionately, ‘my people are wise to do evil!’ The level of manipulations we see now in methods of trickery is astounding!

WISE to do evil Jeremiah 4:22" For My people are foolish, They have not known Me. They are silly children, And they have no understanding. They are wise to do evil, But to do good they have no knowledge." The Lord cried passionately, ‘my people are wise to do evil!’ The level of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 4:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Doing The Right Thing

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 26, 2013

This hit home, right where people live. Hope it helps.

Doing the Right Thing Psalm 23:1-3NLT The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. 2 He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. 3 He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Psalm 23 is probably the best known passage of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Come To The Fountain, Finding Contentment.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 3, 2013

Leaders who didn’t really know the Lord were setting idolatrous pattern for others (Hosea 4:6) Two evils, first, Israel abandoned the Lord, their only source of spiritual sustenance. Secondly, Israel turned to idolatrous objects of trust. Jeremiah com

Come To the Fountain, Finding Contentment. Jeremiah 2:11-13NASB Professional golfer Paul Azinger was diagnosed with cancer at age 33. He had just won a PGA championship and had ten tournament victories to his credit. 
He wrote, "A genuine feeling of fear came over me. I could die ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:11-13

Denomination: Pentecostal