Sermons on External Power:

The Power Of Observation Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 22, 2021

Paul saw many things others did not see, and his powers of observation are noted by Dr. Luke. In chapter 27 he saw a dangerous storm in the atmosphere when the captain of the ship was blind to it. He saw solutions to problems that nobody else saw.

Paul and Socrates had so many things in common. Both were trying to enrich their own people. Paul was trying to enrich the Jews, and Socrates was trying to enrich the Greeks. But both were brought to trial before the Supreme Court of their cultures on charges of corrupting the people. Both were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-11

The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by P. A. Solomon on Feb 1, 2007

A reading of Ephesians 1:15-2:10 shows you how the power of the cross impacts your life.

Subject : The Cross Text : Ephesians 1:15-2:10 Theme : The Power of the Cross Introduction : Power is a word much loved by us. Who doesn’t love power? We know that those with power have influence. Whether physical, political, financial, military or spiritual power we often find a strong ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Power Of Belonging

Contributed by Jimmy Seibert on Jul 8, 2014

You've got to say no to self and yes to Jesus to enter into all that He has for you.

In the news in September, there was a story that came out about a young man named Davion Only. Davion was a 15-year-old boy who had grown up in the foster care system all his life; he had pretty much come to that place of resolve, "I'm ready to be adopted no matter what, and I've got to do ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith And Law -/- Faith Or Law

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 28, 2018

The law is external. Faith is internal. We all have an external and an internal component to our belief system.

Mid-week Message/Devotion February 28, 2018 Reading: Romans 4:13-25 Faith and Law –/– Faith or Law “For the promise that he would be heir of the world was not to Abraham or to his seed through the law, but through the righteousness of faith.” (Verse 13) This one verse sets the tone for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:13-25, Romans 2:12-15, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Catastrophe Happens, What Next?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 29, 2022

No external law can fix a problem that comes from deep within a twisted mind and heart.

Ascension 2022 I polished up my Ascension Day homily last Sunday. Then I tore it up on Tuesday afternoon. Senseless, mindless murder down the road in Uvalde, a place many of us have visited or lived. When catastrophe happens anywhere in the world, don’t we all grieve, and ask “Lord, WHY?” “What ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Ephesians 1:17-23, Luke 24:46-53

Denomination: Catholic

Power Against Anti-Breakthrough Powers

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Apr 3, 2006

Breakthrough is a radical expansion; an exceptional maximisation; an enlargement, a turning point.

I would like you to read this message with rapt attention. However, before you go on, I would like you to pray these prayer points with all the seriousness that you can gather. By the time you would have finished reading this message, a divine exchange would have taken place in your life. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Narnia: The Love Of Power, The Love Of Power

Contributed by Richard Underdahl-Peirce on Dec 13, 2005

focuses on the movie/book series The Chronicles of Narnia, comparing the witch’s love of power, and Aslan (Christ) as the model for the power of love.

Sermon121105 Richard Underdahl-Peirce “ENCOUNTERING THE POWER” Isaiah 61:1-4; Philippians 2:5-11 Our two Scripture readings set the theme for the third Sunday of Advent. In Isaiah we hear the promise of God intervening in a hurting world to bring comfort and hope, to bring good news to the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Aint No Power Like Resurrection Power

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 8, 2010

Easter Sermon on the Power of The Resurrection

Ain’t No Power Like Resurrection Power Luke 24:1-12 I. INTRODUCTION A. A day of good news 1. There seems to be plenty of bad news these days. 2. This is a day of Good News. 3. It is resurrection day. 4. Without the Resurrection of Jesus, there could be no Good News. B. The events leading ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Knowledge Is Power And Leads To More Power

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 5, 2015

There is power in the cross, and there is hope in the cross. Hope keeps us fighting for Christ in our evil world. Hope keeps us going when times are tough. Hope keeps us going when we face persecution. Hope abides. God isn’t finished with us yet

In Ephesians 1:15- the apostle Paul prays that the church in Ephesus will embrace their spiritual gifts into their hearts. He prays that the Ephesians will understand the revelation God has given them regarding their spiritual gifts. Paul was intent on bringing the true light of Christ with the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Anglican

Transformers, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jun 22, 2007

The external change salvation brings

We will live three kinds of lives that will externally reveal our salvation... 1. We will live an HONEST life (4:25) A. We must lecture the truth (Zechariah 8:16). B. We must love the truth. C. We must live the truth. Psalm 101:7 2. We will live a HARMONIOUS life (4:26-27) A. We need to know the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Powerful You

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jan 9, 2005

A message about the power of the believer.

23, May 2004 Good News Fellowship Dakota Community Church Powerful You Introduction: Do you think of yourself as a powerful person? Are you strong and secure in whom you are in Christ? Most of us are not. Most see themselves as weak and helpless. Many wonder why there seems to be so little power ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-23

Denomination: Mennonite

The Power Of Prayer

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Jan 16, 2005

Prayer Power

THE POWER OF PRAYER John 15:7 In today’s powerful world that we live in, There’s so much power right at our fingertips. And most of us can’t even explain what happens when we flip on the light switch!! We see the natural power of Niagra falls, and We’ve heard about the great dams out ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of A Tower

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Jan 22, 2005

This message gives life lessons found in the story of the tower of babel. I show how the power of pride, unity and communication where in a group of people and how it shaped history. It was also the introcution to my message on the Anti Christ.

Title: The Power Of A Tower Text: Gen 11:1-9 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: Anyone who travels to Edinburgh, Scotland will find Edinburgh castle a tower of seemingly insurmountable strength. But the truth is that the castle was once actually captured. The fortress had an obvious weak spot ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Power Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 7, 2005

Spiritual Power is a life changed for Jesus through presenting the Gospel. A spiritual Leader is someone who is willing to pay a personal price for his concern, his message, and his lifestyle as he bears the message of Jesus.

Any written statement carries certain dangers with it. It sets down a confirmed record and holds the writer to account. It can also be misinterpreted and misunderstood if the exact context of what was said and why it was said isn’t understood precisely. E-mail heightens these dangers because it ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Power Of The Pencil

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005

5 things you can learn from your writing utensil.

The Power of the Pencil 5 Things You Can Learn From Your Writing Utensil 11/10/04 I. Introduction The Pencil Maker took the pencil aside, just before putting him into the box. There are 5 things you need to know, he told the pencil, before I send you out into the world. Always remember them and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28-30, John 10:10-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational