Sermons on Excess Baggage:

Corinthians Refocus On Christ Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Nov 13, 2013

Opening introduction & background on the letter to 1 Corinthians followed by expository thoughts on verses 1-3 looking at the Apostle Paul the Corinthians and his opening greeting to his beloved family.

1 Corinthians chapter 1:1-3 Refocus on Christ Author Paul - Date : 51-52 AD, Corinth in the Region of Achaia Written probably around 53-55 Ad on his 3rd mission trip from Ephesus. 1Cor 5:9 unknown letter previous to 1, 2 Corinthians. Our first introduction to Corinth in the Bible is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

What He Said About Spiritual Pride Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 28, 2019

In the story of the Pharisee and the Tax-Collector Jesus does not compare their deeds... he compares their hearts.

Series: What He Said Title: What He Said About Spiritual Pride Text: Luke 18:9-14 Thesis: In the story of the Pharisee and the Tax-Collector Jesus does not compare their deeds… he compares their attitudes. Those who exalt themselves will be humbled an those who humble themselves will be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Childlike Faith

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 6, 2023

Childlike Faith is a faith where we have more faith than doubts. A child can think and concentrate on only one subject or thought at a time. He focuses solely on one subject, either with faith or doubt. If he needs something, he will have only faith.

Childlike Faith is a faith where we have more faith than doubts. A child can think and concentrate on only one subject or thought at a time. He focuses solely on one subject, either with faith or doubt. If he needs something, he will have only faith. If he has doubt on something, he will be only ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:3

‘grace On Trial’ Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 30, 2022

‘Grace on trial’ - Acts chapter 15 verses 1-41 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Problem (vs 1&5) (2). The Solution (vs 6-18) (3). The outcome (vs 19-35) (4). The spoiler (vs 36-41) SERMON BODY: Ill: • The story is told about a preacher who got up into the pulpit, • He smiled and then apologized for the plaster (Band-Aid) on his face. • He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-41

Denomination: Brethren

Figs, Faith And Forgiveness Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

The solution to any problem in your life is simply this: Have faith in God. The answer to any need in your life is: Have faith in God.

INTRODUCTION People tend to remember short pithy slogans. If you’ve heard these, fill in the last word: “A miss is as good as a mile.” Or “A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.” Or “Absence makes the heart grow fonder.” Or “Don’t put all your eggs in the same basket.” Those are so short and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-14, Mark 11:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

Babel, Pentecost, And The Church

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jun 12, 2006

How is it possible for the Pentecost message, of unity in the church, as the vehicle to undo the Babel confusion, to occur?

Babel, Pentecost, and the Church Montreal/Cornwall June 11, 2006 “The tower of Babel” speaks of an impressive intervention in human affairs that God did in order to guarantee that his plan would work out in the time frame of his choosing, rather than through different effort, means and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Moves People

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 6, 2025

Movement is important for our wellbeing and movement towards God is crucial as well.

Jeremiah 31: 7-14 God Moves People 1. Movement is vital to our life • We often tell the patient if don’t use it you lose it • Movement helps keep your body strong and fit, and can improve your balance, • Movement can help relieve stress and anxiety, Movement helps keep bones strong 2. In the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-14

Denomination: Methodist

Cleanse Me Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 27, 2011

Several scriptures gives us the lowdown on cleansing. 1- The person of cleansing 2- The process of cleansing 3- The purpose of cleansing

INTRO.- Cleanse me, fill me and use me is a prayer that we should be praying this year. God wants to use us in service but He can’t effectively use us until we are cleansed from sin and filled with His Spirit. The first step in being used by God in service is to be cleansed from sin. Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let Every Man Be Fully Persuaded

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 22, 2018

To establish that there are some things which are permitted in Christian Liberty, that is left entirely up to every man’s conscience. These liberties are not matters of doctrine; but, matters of indifferences, pertaining to the heart and conscience.

INTRODUCTION Outline: 1. Regarding Their Own Diet 2. Regarding Their Observance of Days 3. Regarding Their Occasional Drink Remarks: 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “Let every man be fully persuaded.” My early years in the Baptist Denomination; I heard this sentence ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23, Romans 15:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let's Make A Deal

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 1, 2017

Jacob the deceiver meets his match.

Let’s Make a Deal Genesis 29:15-30 We continue this morning with the life of Jacob, whom Jesus names along with his father, Isaac, and grandfather, Abraham as being alive and in special relationship to God. We have to keep the after picture clearly in mind when reading about Jacob. If we don’t, we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:15-28, Genesis 29:15-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Call To Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016

This story addresses forgiveness and forgiving others

The Call to Forgiveness Matthew 18:21-35 Tim Keller tells the story of being a Yankee and pastoring his first church in a blue collar, Southern town. In the church was one man, who hadn’t even graduated from junior high school and thus, could hardly read. He wanted to live a holy life and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Methodist

Walk As Children Of Light

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 12, 2001

Walk as Children of light

INTRODUCTION In the previous verse we are told that we are to be imitators of God. How can we do that? WE must walk as He wants us to walk. We live in a society much like Paul’s, full of immorality and sin. We have all have come from the kingdom of darkness to the light. Most of us had ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Let-Us Garden

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Oct 5, 2005

a garden for spiritual growth

Intro: years ago an older saint told me that if you will go to Hebrews that you will find that God wants all of us to plant a let-us garden. In this garden are the secrets to a victorious life in Christ. Tonight, let’s dig into Hebrews and study God’s let-us garden. God’s Let-Us ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revival In Our Day Series

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 1, 2007

They tell us we see two things happening when revival is about to come to a nation. No. 1, there will be a marked increase in conversions; people getting saved. No. 2, there is a changing of the moral climate of the nation.

Revival in our day Ezra 1 7/1/07 It has been asked if America would ever see a real movement of God in such a way that we could call it a revival. I really don’t know whether we will ever experience revival as a nation or not but I can see little traits of revival in various places. They tell us ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Moses Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Feb 23, 2009

Moses was a great example of someone who sacrificed for what he believed in. We’ll look at this model of sacrifice that eventually was surpassed by the ultimate model: Jesus.</

Heroes of the OT: Moses Acts 7:17-36 February 22, 2009 It was bedtime for Danny. His mom had taken him upstairs to his room to put him to bed. As they said their prayers, it was obvious the Danny was distracted by the rain storm outside. The wind howled. Lightening flashed. The thundered rumbled. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:17-36

Denomination: Church Of God