Sermons on Face Of An Eagle:

Chosen To Obey Series

Contributed by Jeff Ecklund on Jul 28, 2011

This is a series on finding our purpose and identity in God. Focused on how to build a local church and the elements that release true purpose in the face of our cultures fascination and idolizing individualism.

Chosen to Obey HOTL 2011 (Release to Purpose Series) Open with continuing on: Gathering the lost and broken to Christ Restoring to Wholeness Releasing to Purpose 1 Peter 1:1 Overview of Peter: Most people I think can relate to Peter… A common man, common education ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-25

Denomination: *other

Sin, Sufering, And Sleep

Contributed by Robert Tallent on Feb 12, 2014

Adrian Rogers once said that every problem that mankind has ever faced could be traced back to one of three things. Sin, Suffering, and death, or eternal sleep

Sin, Suffering, and Sleep. Job 14:1 Man that is born of a woman is of few days, and full of trouble. I. Sin thoughts or behavior which are contrary to the glory or character of God, to commit an offence against God's laws Ps 51:5 ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, Teach Me To Pray Ask God Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on May 28, 2014

Habakkuk's vision terrified him and his prayer reflects his strength of faith to rejoice while waiting for God's judgment. How strong are we to face God's judgment?

LORD, Teach Me To Pray ASK GOD by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (May 28, 2014) “They shall come all for violence: their faces shall sup up as the east wind, and they shall gather the captivity as the sand” (Habakkuk 1:9, King James Version, KJV [Habakkuk's ...read more

Denomination: Friends

The Two Sons Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 29, 2014

Performance-based religion is a dead-end. We’re faced with a choice: -Slavery or freedom; -Righteousness by keeping the law, or righteousness by faith in God’s promises.

Introduction: A man asked Jesus how to get to Heaven. In typical Jewish fashion, Jesus answered the question with a question: “What do you think?” The man suggested, “By keeping the law,” and Jesus said (with a smile), “Fine, do that and you’ll make it!” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Congregational

Overwhelming Trouble

Contributed by Martin Holland on Aug 13, 2014

The psalmist speaks of a reality that we all face in this life and that is trouble. In this trouble we can either be in despair or we can elevate ourselves above our emorions in the Lord.

Overwhelming Trouble Psalms 77:1-20 There are times of trouble that causes anxiety and these anxieties dominate our emotions. See: Job 3:25-26 Then: Job 5:6-7 Eliphaz speaking to Job And: Job 14:1 Job speaking concerning trouble Psalms 77:3 The psalmists speaks of being overwhelmed in his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Christian @ Work

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 7, 2013

Let's face it, being a Christian in today's world is tough, especially at work. However, we can find help in the familiar words of Romans 12:9-21.

On your first day of orientation for your new job what was the first thing the HR rep gave you? That’s right, it was an employee hand book. Let me ask you this, when was the last time you looked at your employee handbook? Well if you are like most folks, the last time you looked at it was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: *other

Strength To Surmount Impossible Situations

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 14, 2016

Each sport has experienced their Miracle Teams, like the 1980 USA Olympic Hockey Team. All facing what seemed to be impossible situations and insurmountable odds, but they overcame.

Strength To Surmount Impossible Situations Genesis 17: 1-8 On Jan. 3, 1993, the Houston Oilers lost to the Buffalo Bills by a score of 41-38. Not so unusual except Houston had a 35-3 lead, or a 32 point lead halfway through the 3rd quarter of the game. Each sport has experienced their Miracle ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Do Something About It - Now! Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 25, 2010

They were now facing 4 major problems, & Nehemiah had to deal with them decisively before they destroyed everything that God was seeking to do through His people.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (This is the eleventh of a Leadership series featuring Nehemiah. Some ideas & illustrations in these messages were based on or benefited greatly from, to ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:4-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power Of God

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 3, 2013

Elisha followed a course of three steps in all this. Prayer, Faith and Obedience. We may face situations beyond our reserves but never beyond God's resources.

Opening illustration: In the New York City subway, two youths robbed a well-dressed man who appeared to be asleep in his seat. Suddenly the whole car came alive! The victim turned out to be a decoy, and the passengers who jumped up from their seats were police officers. With lightning speed they ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The 4 Enemies Of Revival

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 22, 2016

There are four dangers that bonafide Christians face that hinder revival in the church in America: Partial Revival, Lack of Hunger, Loss of Passion, and Familiarity with God. These are the Enemies of Revival and must be remedied!

THE 4 ENEMIES OF REVIVAL 2 Chr. 7:14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Have You Ever Wondered How You Survived? 1. When I was a kid, we rode in cars with no seat belts or air bags, and in the back of a pickup trucks on a warm day doing 55 mph. 2. Our houses and baby cribs were covered with bright colored ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is The Providence Of God? Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 9, 2016

God, in His wisdom, will guide us through every circumstance we face but we must surrender to His will. Thanks to Pastor Jason Jones for the original submission.

What is the Providence of God? Acts 25:1-12 Millard Erickson once said, “The providence of God means the continuing action of God in preserving His creation and guiding it toward his intended purposes” What this means is that we are able to live our lives knowing that God is present ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

It Will Be Worth It All!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 17, 2017

The writer of Hebrews seeks to encourage and remind them that those who are faithful to God have always faced persecution, but that the end result will be a glorious victory even beyond their imagination.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Hebrews 11:32-12:3 "It will be worth it all when we see Jesus, Life's trials will seem so small when we see Christ; One glimpse of His dear face all sorrow will erase, So bravely run the race till we see ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Do The Righteous Suffer? Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 6, 2017

Honor must be given to God when the righteous suffer patiently for Him. We can face trials with our heads up … knowing that God is at work in our lives!

Why do the righteous suffer? Job, Part 1 Introduction (Job Slide) - The book of Job is going to be a very challenging study for us - Most people think of Job and look to define who he is by this book - However, we fail to focus on the main character … God - The book of Job asks many ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problem Of Lonliness

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 15, 2018

A MAJOR ISSUE THAT PEOPLE, CHRISTIAN AND NON-CHRISTIAN HAVE FACED IN INCREASING NUMBERS OVER THE YEARS IS THAT OF LONLINESS. THIS MESSAGE SHARES SOME WAYS TO OVERCOME THIS THROUGH A RELATIONSHIP WITH THE LORD.

THE PROBLEM OF LONLINESS MATTHEW 27:33-50 A MAJOR ISSUE THAT PEOPLE, CHRISTIAN AND NON-CHRISTIAN HAVE FACED IN INCREASING NUMBERS OVER THE YEARS IS THAT OF LONLINESS. PEOPLE HAVE TRIED VARIOUS MEANS OF COPING WITH LONLINESS, FROM MEDITATION TO MEDICATION, BUT ALL SEEMS TO BE A LOSING BATTLE AS ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:33-50

Denomination: Baptist

The Courage Of The Church

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 14, 2015

THE CRY OF THE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE OF THE CHURCH, IS FOR MEN AND WOMEN COMMITTED TO CHRIST, IN THE FACE OF THE SWORD, TIED TO THE STAKE, IMPRISONED, AWAITING THE AXE, ALL WITH THE SAME COURAGE, NOT TO DENY THEIR FAITH.

THE COURAGE OF THE CHURCH ACTS 4:1-35 OFFERATORY PRAYER HEAVENLY FATHER, IN THE QUIETNESS OF THIS SACRED HOUR, WE HEAR YOUR VOICE CALLING US AWAY FROM THE AFFAIRS OF LIFE THAT OFTEN CLOUD OUR VISION OF YOU. AS WE TURN OUR EYES UPON JESUS, LET THE THINGS OF THIS WORLD GROW STRANGELY DIM IN THE ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-15

Denomination: Baptist