Sermons on Faith In Jesus Christ:

This Is God's Wold

Contributed by Dwaine Evans on Aug 21, 2005

God is still in control of this world even when the world seems out of control.

This is God’s world 1 Sam:5 I. Adam and Eve had a first hand relationship with God A. God gave them every thing. B. God Walked with them every day C, God allowed them freedom from him 1. We see children held to much become very attached 2. We as parents try to watch our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 5:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

Our Part And God's Part In Bringing The Harvest

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 28, 2005

As Paul uses a farming analogy, what do we need to be doing to see the harvest and what should we anticipate God to be doing?

- farming analogy here. God’s Part: - two verbs in this passage that say what God does. 1. God is the One who provides the opportunity. - v. 5b - “even as the Lord gave opportunity to each one.” 2. God is the One who brings the growth. - vv. 6, 7. - Matthew 16:18. Our Part: 1. I am a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Praiseworthy Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Apr 29, 2005

This sermon looks at Praise as a function of our worship.

Why is it when we think of worship we nearly always associate it with music? Most assuredly music is part of worship but just a part. It however, happens to be the part we will look at today. There must be some great truth underlying the instinct for worship. —Sir Oliver Joseph Lodge We will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003

The perils of Temptation and overcoming temptation.

Temptation James 1:13–15 I. Temptation comes from the devil through our own evil desires. James 1:13 A. The devil is called the “tempter” in the bible. Matt. 4:3; 1 Thess. 3:5 B. Jesus was tempted in this way. Matt. 4:1–11 1. Through His hunger. 2. By his desire to be accepted by ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now Is Time, Here Is Place, We Are People

Contributed by Richard Ridgeway on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction *Some think the Preacher needs to do all the work *It is a major problem if we dont work together *We all need to stand together and say "Now is the Time , Here is the Place , We are the People Body I.

Introduction *Some think the Preacher needs to do all the work *It is a major problem if we dont work together *We all need to stand together and say "Now is the Time , Here is the Place , We are the People Body I. Now is the Time James 4:13-15 A. We only have Today B. We must realize the great ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-15

Stimulating Counseling Questions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Stimulating Counseling Questions

Stimulating Counseling Questions John 4:18-30 A. Informational questions such as "What are the expectations of people about eternity?" B. Analytical questions such as "Why do people prefer to have many idols rather than worshipping one God alone?" C. Implicational questions such as "What ...read more

Scripture: John 4:18-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Declarations Of Grace

Contributed by Larry Finley on May 1, 2006

Reality and Power of Grace Working in the Life of a Believer

I. DECLARATION OF WORK Vs 10 A. Sufficiency ‘For it became Him” 1. Wisdom 2. Holiness 3. Power 2 Corinthians 13: 4 Philippians 3:10 4. Love – John 3:16 B. Sovereignty “all things” for whom/ by whom 1. Contentment 2. Confidence – Romans 8:28 C. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Sovereignty Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 9, 2001

God rules in the affairs of men and nations.....but how does this affect us? And what should be our response?

I. The Plight of Israel’s Captivity A. Prophecy 1. Isaiah 39:1-7 2. Jeremiah 25:9-12 3. Habakkuk 1:5-11 B. Purpose 1. Israel had become idolatrous 2. Israel had neglected to keep the Sabbath years a. Lev. 25,26 b. 2 Chronicles 36:21, “to fulfill the word ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-4, Habakkuk 1:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Sinners In The Hands Of An Angry God

Contributed by Tony Cansler on May 1, 2001

A message for the Lost

Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God Matthew 21:12-14 Sinner is another word for Lost person Lost and knows it Matthew 22:2-14 The Wedding Garment Lost and didn’t know it Luke 16:19-31 The Rich man Says they are saved but Don’t show it Matthew 25:14-30 Unprofitable servant Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Brother Murders His Brother

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jul 25, 2011

Violence existed from the dawn of human history. The first child born to the human family was a murderer. Genesis begans with creation and ends in a coffin. The wages of sin began immediately after the fall.

In this chapter, we have the first of many things: The first brothers The first offerers The first offering The first parents THe first home The first man The first lady The first youth worship The first blood crying from the ground The first body recommited to the dust. The first record of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting God Above Worldly Wealth

Contributed by Unknown Bennett T Cortez on Mar 30, 2013

Trusting in worldly riches defines worldly destinies but trusting in God guarantees heavenly treasures.

How rich is rich? According to a survey of people who out to know, the answer is $1 million to $5 million in assets, Investment managers Neuberger & Bergman sponsored the survey of people who stand to give or receive inheritances in assets of $500.000. Paradoxically, 55% of those whose assets ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Audacity To Pray

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 21, 2016

Continuing our Sermon on Persistent Petitionary Prayer.

THE AUDACITY TO PRAY. Luke 11:9-13. It is because God is our Father that we can have the audacity to pray: and Jesus instructs us to “go on asking, go on seeking, go on knocking” (Luke 11:9). These are three present imperatives, with promises attached (Luke 11:10). The letter of James informs ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel Should Mean Everything To Us.

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jan 8, 2019

While we are comfortable in our homes and pews there are people around the world who are suffering and dying for the sake of the gospel. This should embolden us to preach the gospel ever more.

I. Stephen’s death seems to instigate the persecution of the church. A. The stoning was likely illegal. B. It was a result of the crowd’s emotions being stirred up. C. It seems to have emboldened Saul carry out his persecution of the church. II. The church persecuted. A. This portion of this verse ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

When God Is In It, He Will Be Glorified.

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jan 8, 2019

All that we do must be guided by and done according to God’s will.

I. God is still working in people’s lives. (vs.33, 36) A. God had a plan for Aeneas’ life. 1. That plan was that he would be healed. 2. That plan was that he would bring glory to God. 3. That plan was that his life testimony would help people believe. B. God had a plan for Dorcas’ life. 1. That ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-42

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Love?

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Feb 21, 2017

Hebrew / Greek words for love with some relationship advice

GEN 27:4 “FOOD, SUCH AS I LOVE” (AHAB IS THE MOST USED WORD FOR LOVE IN THE OLD TESTAMENT.) THE SONG OF SOLOMON DEALS WITH EROS / EROTIC LOVE IN THE OLD TESTAMENT. MARK 12:38 “BEWARE OF THE SCRIBES WHO LOVE TO WALK AROUND IN LONG ROBES, AND LOVE RESPECTFUL GREETINGS.” THELO (WISH) JOHN ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:4

Denomination: Vineyard