Sermons on Evil Behavior:

Shine! Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Feb 2, 2018

Jesus said we are to shine for Him! Be the light that shines in the darkness! Sermon #5 in the Series: Revive!

Sermon – David Simpson Lanier Christian Church February 19, 2017 Series: Revive! Sermon #5 Shine! Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. “Shine!” That one word says so much. It is a ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

I Did It My Way

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 5, 2018

A study in the book of Genesis 25: 19 – 34

Genesis 25: 19 – 34 I did it my way 19 This is the genealogy of Isaac, Abraham’s son. Abraham begot Isaac. 20 Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah as wife, the daughter of Bethuel the Syrian of Padan Aram, the sister of Laban the Syrian. 21 Now Isaac pleaded with the LORD for his wife, ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Child Is This--A Child Of Joy

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 14, 2018

Many people want to argue about facts and details around Christmas, but Jesus came into the world to bring Joy into the lives of those around him. We experience joy when we take our relationship with Jesus to a higher level.

What Child Is This-A Child Of Joy Genesis 3:1-19 Luke 1:46-55 12-10-2017 We are in part 3 of our series, What Child Is This: We have looked at the Child of promise, the Child of pain, and today we look at a Child of Joy. Christmas is to be about joy, but some see it as a time to argue over ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Seperate, But Certainly Not Equal

Contributed by Mark Weinstein on Feb 4, 2014

Keeping ourselves as Christians pure against distractions to God's way

Last Sunday, televised on CBS, was the 56th Annual Grammy Awards. Grammy is, just in case you wondered, short for the complete name, gramophone, the invention that first allowed recorded music to be stored and replayed. Each year, executives in the music industry nominate and select recipients ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 12:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Everyone Must Submit To Governing Authorities Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 10, 2014

Paul speaks about authorities in this world. 1- Authorities are established by God 2- Authorities punish the wrongdoers 3- Authorities must be respected by all

INTRO.- We have authorities or authority figures throughout all our lives. ILL.- Little Johnny was going to a public school and he was doing very badly in math. So his mother decided to put him into a Catholic school. When she got his report card at the end of the term, his marks in math had ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Of Whom Shall I Be Afraid Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 17, 2014

We all deal with fear, and in the time in which we are now living, fear is multiplied over and over. The warning to “fear not” is frequently repeated in Scripture. Fear is described as bondage, torment, and a snare.

Of Whom Shall I Be Afraid Psalm 27 Written 9-11-06 First message in a series called “The Overcoming Life.” Introduction What makes you afraid? Darkness? But the Lord is your light. Danger? He is also your salvation. Lack of a basic need? He is your strength. Then why be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Influence

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 17, 2014

Sometimes Christians think the way to bring about change is power... but what we need is influence.

Title: The Power of Influence Text: Matthew 5:13-16 Thesis: Sometimes Christians think the way to bring about change is power… but what we need is influence. Introduction Power infers the ability to unilaterally produce an effect. Power suggests authority and control. A person in a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"I Am Afflicted" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Feb 19, 2014

One of my questions for us today is whether or not we see our Christianity as an affliction, and can we relate to the identity of being afflicted because of the mystery of Christ that we have been exposed to?

“I Am Afflicted” (Eph 3:1-13) Sometimes we can read too much into passages of the bible to make them personal, that they relate to us specifically when they’re not meant to. As we read about Paul today and his afflictions, you might say, “well that was for Paul, how do you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

What Is The Mistake That Leads Toward The Unforgiveable Sin?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 5, 2014

A look at the unforgiveable sin. I think the distinction that I share about why criticism of Jesus is acceptable but of the Holy Spirit is not will be helpful in getting to the heart of what Jesus is trying to convey.

WHAT IS THE "UNFORGIVEABLE SIN" EXACTLY? It seems to be seeing consistently clear evidence of the Spirit’s movement and attributing it to Satan. - Luke 12:10. - The passage in Luke presents the shortest version of this saying in the gospels. The versions in Matthew 12:22-32 and Mark ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:10

Denomination: Baptist

How In The World..did This Happen??

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Mar 9, 2014

Don’t give up, your answer is closer than you think! Your miracle is just around the corner! That answer, that opportunity you've been looking for...is just literally moments away from coming up to you... Taping you on the shoulder and saying.."Here I Am

How in the World..Did This Happen?? John 21:1-2 MSG 1.After this, Jesus appeared again to the disciples, this time at the Tiberias Sea (the Sea of Galilee). This is how he did it: Simon Peter, Thomas (nicknamed "Twin"), Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the brothers Zebedee, and two other disciples ...read more

Scripture: John 18:25-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abraham's Next Mistake Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 10, 2014

Abraham must receive reconciliation with his neighbors.

• Mistakes happen to everyone. • In 1980 a book intitled “The Book of Blunders” was published. • Here are three examples of the blunders this book recorded. • When a drum major tossed his baton in Ventura, California, it hit two 4000-volt power lines, blacking ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Following The Steps Of The Savior

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 1, 2014

We can still follow the steps of Jesus. God's Word shows us how. 1. We must repent (vs. 17). 2. We must respond to God's call (vs. 18-19a). 3. We must be re-created (vs. 19b). 4. We must rely on God for the catch (vs. 19c-22).

Following the Steps of the Savior Matthew 4:17-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 13, 2013 *Over the years, I have known maybe 15 or 20 people who got to visit the Holy Land. They all said what a blessing it was to walk in the footsteps of Jesus. *Most of us can only ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Is America A Christian Nation

Contributed by Unknown Bennett T Cortez on Apr 2, 2014

There is a growing debate among the Christian community, is America a Christian nation?

THE CONTENTION Introduction There is a growing debate among the Christian community, is America a Christian nation? As this argument develops we would like to offer a solution to the opposing view that America is no longer a Christian nation. Some may argue that America is not a Christian nation ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 13 - From Sinking To Swimming Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 7, 2014

Another message in a series where I am seeking to preach through the Psalms.

FROM SINKING TO SWIMMING TEXT: Psalm 13:1-6 Psalms 13:1-6 KJV To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. How long wilt thou forget me, O LORD? for ever? how long wilt thou hide thy face from me? [2] How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart daily? how long shall mine ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Abraham And Sarah

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 8, 2014

To compare the similarities and differences of Abraham and Sarah, to give out patterns for husband-wife relationship.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a husband who's like Abraham and with your wife who's like Sarah? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To compare the similarities and differences of Abraham and Sarah, to give out patterns for husband-wife relationship. IV. TEXT: 1 Peter 3:6 (Amplified ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:6

Denomination: Pentecostal