Sermons on Excellence:

What To Expect God Can Do In Our Old Age!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jun 21, 2016

Many times when people find that they cannot do as much as they did in the past, they feel as if God cannot use them in their old age.

WHAT TO EXPECT GOD CAN DO IN OUR OLD AGE! Deuteronomy 34:1-34:7 Many times when people find that they cannot do as much as they did in the past, they feel as if God cannot use them in their old age. In this sermon outline we just list a few of the many blessing the aged can expect and to ask and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-7

"Live The Gospel Side"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 29, 2016

If one lives on the Gospel Side of life he or she must get their mind right, put to death, death words, be clothed with integrity, right living.

“Live The Gospel Side” Colossians 3:1-11 • You often heard it been said, " He is my right hand man" • The word right hand appears over 150 times in Scripture • God inspired Isaiah to write “For I, the Lord your God, hold ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Background, Environment And Self

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Aug 13, 2016

One's background, environment and self often act as objects of hindrance to people’s success and achievement, however, Jesus Christ is able to remove those objects of hindrance if one would surrender one’s life to Him

One Evangelist Adeola Adesomi of Christ Apostolic Church WOSEM, Manchester recently maintained in her exhortation to a group of conference delegates in Bergamo, Italy that background, environment and self often act as objects of hindrance to people’s success and achievements. In her ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

"When ‘bad Luck’ Knocks Us Down” Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 4, 2023

The story of Joseph being sold into slavery provides a compelling example of moments when it seems like "bad luck" has come our way when God may be up to something else.

WHY DID THAT HAPPEN? There are moments when we feel like bad luck knocked us down. - We will get into the specifics that this passage details as we go through the sermon, but this is obviously a passage with some “just-so-happened” moments. - To use the common vernacular, someone might say, “Oh, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-36

Denomination: Baptist

A Clear Conscience

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 15, 2022

Webster’s Dictionary defines the conscience as “an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one’s behavior.” The conscience is something God has given every person--an alarm that sounds inside you, which often leads to feelings of guilt or shame.

Three Kinds of Conscience: 1. A Clear Conscience — the alarm is working properly Acts 23:1, “And Paul, earnestly beholding the council, said, Men and brethren, I have lived in all good conscience before God until this day.” Acts 24:16, “And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Affliction Of Naomi Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022

The book of Ruth shows how God used three people to achieve his purpose. These three people had character and were true to God. It also tells the story of how God’s grace was given during a challenging time. We can see that Naomi used her life as a witness for God and it touch others.

In verses 1-3: The story of Ruth happens at some point during the time of the judges. These were dull days for Israel, when "every man did that which was right in his own eyes" (Judges 17:6, 21:25). Regardless, during those dim and fiendish occasions, there were still some who followed ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Caring For The Vineyard

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 5, 2023

We can learn from the parable of the wicked vineyard tenants how to stay vigilant with being good stewards of God's Kingdom on earth.

THERE IS A COST INVOLVED WITH FOLLOWING JESUS. THERE ARE STRICT REQUIREMENTS OF SACRIFICE, INITIATIVE, AND EFFORT AS WE BECOME MORE PASSIONATE WITH HOLINESS AND THE PRIORITIES OF LOVING OUR NEIGHBOR, PROCLAIMING THE GOSPEL, AND BEING MORE FOCUSED ON THE KINGDOM OF GOD AND MAKING DISCIPLES. WE SEE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46, Philippians 3:7-14, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Luke 10:27, Isaiah 5:1-7, Psalm 118:22, John 15:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Becoming An Exceptional Christian

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023

The Spirit does His internal makeover of attitude, desires, and values. As we apply outwardly, we conform to His standard.

A. HOW TO BE AN EXCEPTIONAL CHRISTIAN 1. Daniel became exceptional based on his vow to God. “Daniel purposed in his heart” (Dan. 1:8, KJV). a. Knowing is foundation on which you control your life. b. Feeling is motivation, giving energy to your life. c. Will gives direction to your life. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:8, Romans 6:19

Denomination: Baptist

Actions That God Does Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023

God does not have actual physical instruments or characteristics, but performs the functions that describe Him.

A. INTRODUCTION: REMEMBER 1. Reverse – don’t say God does the same actions as humans. No! God is Person. We are made in His image: a. Image – internal identification. b. Likeness – outward following the same actions or mannerism. “Then the Lord God formed the man from the dust of the ground. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Leviticus 16:12, Genesis 2:2, Genesis 9:15

Denomination: Baptist

Learning God's Attributes Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023

Humans do not have unlimited abilities (attributes), but possess only an understanding of God’s presence and these abilities.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. An attribute of God is that which: a. Uniquely identifies only Him. b. Uniquely possessed only by Him, and reflects Him. c. Uniquely expresses His nature, and defines His abilities. 2. Humans do not have these unlimited abilities, but possess only an understanding of God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:16, Psalm 147:5, Psalm 137:7-9, Romans 1:20

Denomination: Baptist

Be Encouraged Series

Contributed by Godday Osoba on Aug 3, 2023

Encouragement is something that you must build yourself with. You do not have to live in a world of hurt and doubt. You don’t have to live alone. You don’t have to weep in solitude.

When life is tiring, when you are struggling with your sin, when family members aren’t saved, when bills aren’t paid, when school is difficult, when work is exhausting, when your health is failing, when your loved ones are hurt, when the future is unsure, and when a good friend leaves, it is easy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-5, 1 Samuel 30:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Uniqueness Of Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 7, 2023

God hath in these last days spoken unto us by His Son whom...

THE UNIQUENESS OF JESUS. Hebrews 1:2-3. As we return to Hebrews 1:1-4, I want to emphasise that the first four verses in the book of Hebrews are all one sentence. As we saw, Hebrews 1:1 speaks of ‘God having spoken of old to the fathers in the prophets.’ That speaks of the Old Testament. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tell Them Your Testimony

Contributed by Johnathan Solomon on Feb 25, 2022

As we examine Paul speech to the King Agrippa, we discover an outline of four points that all Christians should note when sharing their testimony.

According to the U.S. News, over 80% of New Year's Resolutions have failed by the weekend. The New Year is for many people a New Beginning People make resolutions with the hope that the New Year will bring positive change. The 10 most common New Year Resolutions are: 1. Spend more time ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:4-26

Denomination: Baptist

To Boldly Go

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 25, 2022

We are to boldly go into the world to advance Christ's kingdom and hasten His coming.

Christopher Columbus set sail from Europe on August 3, 1492, with the three ships Pinta, Nina, and Santa Maria, presumably to discover a western route to the Orient. My earlier studies of Columbus’ journey to the New World left me with a limited understanding of the man and his motives. I thought ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Encouraged In Difficult Times

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

I wanted to share a message of encouragement with you all today. There are many times in life when we can be tempted to feel like we can’t keep going, like it’s too tough.

I wanted to share a message of encouragement with you all today. There are many times in life when we can be tempted to feel like we can’t keep going, like it’s too tough. And even if you don’t feel that way today, there will be times when you feel that way. So let me encourage you with Galatians ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3, Galatians 6:8-10, Jeremiah 45:3

Denomination: Salvation Army