Sermons on Excellence:

Foundational Faith-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 22, 2012

2 of 2. The audience was told of the importance of biblical saving faith. Christians must be reminded of faith’s foundational nature. Why is it foundational? Foundational Faith enables A Foundational...

FOUNDATIONAL FAITH-II—Hebrews 10:39-11:3 Attention: A husband & wife were at a party chatting with some friends when the subject of marriage counseling came up. "Oh, we’ll never need that. My husband & I have a great relationship," the wife explained. "He was a communications major in college & I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Profitable Burial

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jun 22, 2011

One of the terrible things that can happen to a minister of God is for him to conduct a burial ceremony for a person, he knows has gone to hell fire. He gets there with his Bible looking at a hopeless situation. It can be sad because he would be wondering

Before we go into this message, I would like you to lay your hand on your chest and pray like this: “My heart, cooperate with the Holy Ghost, in Jesus’ name. This message is for people who are tired of the valley and desire to live a mountain top life. People come to the house of God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Freedom And The Christian Life Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 3, 2011

An exploration of what it means to be free in Christ.

“Jesus said to the Jews who had believed in him, ‘If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.’ They answered him, ‘We are offspring of Abraham and have never been enslaved to anyone. How is it that you say, “You will become ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-41

Denomination: Baptist

Demonic Wisdom Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 23, 2008

Many churches operate with demonic wisdom rather than with heavenly wisdom. James confronts us, calling us to recognise the evil that can destroy us.

JAMES 3:13-16 DEMONIC WISDOM “If you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Church That Heals Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 26, 2008

We need to commit as a church to creating an environment that fosters spiritual, emotional and physical healing. We need to do this for the glory of God and for those who are wounded and in need of God’s healing touch.

A Church that Heals Present the service project for the Salvation Army to the church prior to the message. Thesis: We need to commit as a church to creating an environment that fosters spiritual, emotional and physical healing. We need to do this for the glory of God and for those who are wounded ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Harvest Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 13, 2008

Biblical peace is both the soil in which righteousness grows and the fruit that comes from a peaceable life.

JAMES 3:18 A HARVEST OF RIGHTEOUSNESS “A harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.” Canadians pride themselves on their perceived role as peacekeepers serving under United Nations mandates. Since Lester Pearson proposed an international peacekeeping force to supervise ...read more

Scripture: James 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Most Powerful Force Man Ever Created Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 24, 2008

"No human being can tame the tongue." Now, that is a sobering thought! James confronts us as believers, calling us to account for our speech. The message reviews the destructive power of the tongue, with encouragement to change how we often speak.

JAMES 3:1-12 THE MOST POWERFUL FORCE MAN EVER CREATED “Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. For we all stumble in many ways. And if anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able also to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

What About The Law Of God (The Ten Commandments) Series

Contributed by Pastor Cosmos on Jan 2, 2011

in order for me to see if you appreciated this sermon please rate it, be kind and generous please: the Law of God still binding on our lives, do we still have to keep it, or was it done away with, nailed to the cross. this bible study will answer all of

Centuries ago, God wrote His law in stone, and you’re still supposed to keep it today! It’s absolutely true that violating any part of God’s law always brings negative consequences. As crime overruns our cities, doesn’t it make sense that for peace and safety we need to obey the laws of the land? ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

The Judgment Seat Of Christ

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

The Judgment Seat of Christ. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: • Matthew chapter 25 verses 14-30. • 2 Corinthians chapter 5 verses 9-10. Ill: • Two dads were having a drink together; • And conversation turned to their children and their children’s school-work. • The first dad said; “I helped my daughter ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9-10

Denomination: Brethren

The Promise Of Life

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Dec 18, 2009

There is that precious, opportunistic moment; when a gentle hand by a touch on the shoulder is able to magically remove the sting of failure from the midst of defeat,,, There is something about a shoulder that invites attention when we are slumped in sorr

Deut: The Promise of Life STATING THE SCRIPTURES (Deuteronomy 30:1-20) When all these blessings and curses I have set before you come upon you and you take them to heart wherever the LORD your God disperses you among the nations, and when you and your children return to the LORD your God and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:1-20

Denomination: Apostolic

Mission People. Are You Prepared?

Contributed by Jeff Riedel on Jul 8, 2014

Mission work is hard work. Many missionaries endure more things than you could possibly imagine. If you are not truly called to the "Mission Field", then please reconsider your position to serve in this type ministry. Let me share our exploits w/you.

The "Mission Field". What is it? Where is it? Who shall go? We are missionaries and the road to become one was very peculiar....or was it? We know many successful missionaries and they all have something in common.....on how they were led to the mission field. Please read our personal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19, John 20:21, Matthew 26:11, Luke 9:23, Matthew 19:21, Jeremiah 22:16, Job 5:16, Philippians 4:6, Acts 2:38-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Be Kind To Animals Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 1, 2016

A study of the book of Job 35: 1 – 16

Job 35: 1 – 16 Be Kind To Animals 1 Moreover Elihu answered and said: 2 “Do you think this is right? Do you say, ‘my righteousness is more than God’s’? 3 For you say, ‘what advantage will it be to You? What profit shall I have, more than if I had sinned?’ ...read more

Scripture: Job 35:1-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Why Were You Chosen? Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 1, 2015

1) Why God Chooses (Ephesians 1:3), 2) When God Chooses (Ephesians 1:4), 3) For What did God Choose (Ephesians 1:5-6)

There is a point in any group athletic competition when teams are chosen. Sometimes they are chosen by tryouts where coaches make the final selection. In impromptu games, there are often more casual methods. Sometimes captains are selected, and they pick the teams. Other times random numbers are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: Other

The Challenge Of God's Call-10 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 24, 2015

10 of 10. Exodus records the significance of God’s call to Moses. Answering God’s call is a significant challenge. But why? 16 challenges of/to answering God’s call. God’s call presents a challenge to...

The CHALLENGE OF GOD's CALL-X—Exodus 3:1-22 Assistance/Availability/Discovering/Significance Exodus records the significance of God’s call to Moses. Answering God’s call presents a significant challenge. To What does God’s call present a challenge? 16 challenges of/to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Leaving Behind A Legacy

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 16, 2015

This is a sermon based on R I B - leaving behind a legacy - 1. R - Being a Role Model - A Man after God's Own Heart 2. I - A man in filled with God's Holy Spirit 3. B - A Man Believing and Becoming Godly Man

Scripture: Dt. 6:6-9; Colossians 3:18-25 Theme: Legacy - A Father' s Legacy INTRO: Good morning and to all the Fathers out there in our worship service this morning, Happy Father's Day! Again - Happy Father's Day! This morning, I am sure that most of our fathers would agree that it ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-9

Denomination: Nazarene