Sermons on Examine Conscience:

When God Hates Our Worship

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Our worship of God can be rejected. Today we examine ourselves to see if God accepts our worship.

Introductory Considerations 1. "I hate, I despise your religious feasts; I cannot stand your assemblies. Even though you bring me burnt offerings and grain offerings, I will not accept them. Away with the noise of your songs! I will not listen to the music of your harps." Your pianos and ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Gospel Of The Caves

Contributed by Steven Cook on Jan 5, 2003

An examination of four different caves in the Word of God provides us with a wonderful picture of the love of God for us all.

“Gospel of the Caves” 1 Samuel 22:1-2 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. As a child, I enjoyed playing in the hills and especially in caves. B. There are many things that you can discover in caves: 1. Dead Sea Scrolls in 1947 2. Ashes of the Red Heifer (early 70’s) C. There are 4 Particular ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of The Place Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jan 22, 2003

God made places before He made people. This sermon examines the importance of the place in relation to realizing purpose.

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE PLACE THE PRINCIPLE OF DIVINE PLACEMENT Have you ever heard the statement to go to the church of your choice? It sounds nice and we tend to believe it but in reality the church we attend is not our choice it’s Gods! God will not bless you just anywhere you go. Genesis 2:8 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Still Need The Church

Contributed by Raymond Dix Jr. on Mar 26, 2002

This message examines the need for a proactive family of God. The church (Christians) is presented as the only solution to society’s ills.

(Elab) = Elaborate Matthew 16:18-19 18 "And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it. 19 "And I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

The 4 Mistakes Of The Rich Young Ruler

Contributed by Chris Green on Jan 3, 2001

An examination of the infamous Rich Young Ruler that reveals the mistakes mistakes that led to his tragic walkaway from Christ.

He was a wealthy man, and a young man. His eyes were set on religious matters - on teachers, eternal life, good deeds. He had the look of a seeker: he seemed willing to listen and eager to learn. He seemed a disciple-in-the-making. But his story has a dark end. It was he that inspired Jesus famous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22, Mark 10:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pick Up Your Cross And Follow Me Series

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Jan 19, 2001

Examines the call to vocation of everyone, whether to the priesthood to be a Christian in Society. Written for a young audience in a very open style.

How Does the Gospel Affect Our Lives? Given at the Chichester Diocese Youth Summer Camp, August 2000. Texts: Romans 12: 1-13; Luke 9:23-28 Luke 9:23 Then he said to them all, `If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me’. Well, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-28, Romans 12:1-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Who Needs Armor?"

Contributed by Kevin White on Jan 20, 2001

This sermon challenges believers to examine their lives--do they need the full armor of God, or are they staying "in the rear with the gear?"

Sermon 07 January 2001 Ephesians 6:10-18 Who Needs Armor? Introduction: Bill once had a job as a truck driver. Twice a week, he hauled loads between Cincinnati and Atlanta. He always stopped for lunch at Joe’s Diner, a friendly little truck stop about halfway between the two cities. One day ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Methodist

Yes Lord!

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 18, 2003

This is my May devotional for my leadership team that examines the need for our obedience and faith to Christ’s calling.

Yes Lord Matthew 9:27-31 Leadership Board Devotional May 13, 2003 Introduction John Newton had received from the Lord some almost unbelievable answers to his petitions, and so he often engaged in "large asking." In support of this practice he would frequently tell the story of a man who asked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-31

Denomination: Church Of God

Jehova Exorta Al Arrepentimiento

Contributed by Jorge Alvarez on Jul 2, 2003

¿Cual es el verdadero arrepentimiento? ¡He aqui la clave! ¿Eres ya un arrepentido? ¡Examinate!

El Señor Exhorta Al Arrepentimiento Jeremias 3:1-25 Introduccion: Junio 15, 2003 servicio vespertino en Ebenezer, Union City, CA ̈Dia del Padrë Gordon MacDonald, dijo: "El arrepentimiento no es meramente una palabra religiosa. Viene de una cultura nomada, quienes vivian en un mundo sin ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice In The Lord Always

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 5, 2003

Let us examine twenty two ways that we can practically obey the scripture and rejoice in the Lord always

Rejoice in the Lord Always - Phil. 4:4 We Americans are living in a time when more people are suffering from discouragement, depression and disillusionment than at any time in history even though we are the richest country on the planet - why? Illustration: Discouragement is dissatisfaction ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Twisted Truth Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

Sermon examines compromises and deception found in story of Micah and the Levite which serve as warnings against self-justification.

Twisted Truth Series: Lessons from Judges #3 Judges 17:1-18:31[1] 7-31-05 Intro What happens to God’s people when they loose sight of their God-given calling? What happens to God’s people when they fail to honor the word of God as their standard of lifestyle—when they mix worldly ideas with ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Three Benefits Of Jesus' Resurrection Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 12, 2006

Jesus is alive! He rose from the dead on Easter Sunday. This sermon examine three benefits of Jesus’ resurrection.

Scripture Today is Easter Sunday. It is the Sunday that the Christian Church has set aside to commemorate and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. There is a very real sense in which we do that each Sunday of the year. And yet, there is one day each year on which we particularly remember ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Revelation Chapter 4 Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on May 22, 2006

Examine notes on Revelation Chapter 4 which deals with the Throne room in Heaven, the characteristics of Jesus, and the 24 Elders.

Revelation Chapter 4 Vs. 1 - 11: the Throne in Heaven Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.tawasbaptist.org Key Verse; Revelation 1:19 “Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later.” Revelation Chapter 1: Things you have ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Bible Church

Get Real: Unmasking An Unfaithful Life

Contributed by Mark Green on Aug 4, 2005

God examines our lives for gaps in our faithfulness and offers Himself and His ways as the solution to those gaps.

Good morning. I hope you eat meals together as a family because you can learn so much about God, especially if you have children. Meal times in the Green household can be interesting. They range from the benign of mixing our food in weird combinations to the gross, renaming our food after the ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Narnia: Doorway To A Better Life

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 16, 2005

An examination of Jesus’ words in John 10:10: "I have come to give you life and that more abundantly."

Narnia: Doorway to a Better Life John 10:1-10 The classic novel by CS Lewis, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe tells of four London children who are sent to a professor’s country home in for protection during World War II. There they find a magic wardrobe which leads to a mystical land ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan