Sermons on First Christmas:

Fear Based On A Misperception Of Who God Is... Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 13, 2009

So often believers suffer and live lives of struggle because they are living in FEAR and that FEAR is based on their misperception of who God is...

Sermon Brief Date Written: October 10, 2009 Date Preached: October 11, 2009 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: FEAR – A Believers Worst Enemy Sermon Title: FEAR – bad perception of who God is… Sermon Text: 1 John 4:17-18 [NKJV] 17 Love has been perfected among ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Priority Of A Promise

Contributed by John Harper on Feb 3, 2009

This time of year we look to make promises that we hope will last through the end of the month! Promises need to have a priority in our lives, especially those promises which are from the Lord. If the Lord says something we know that we can count on it.

“THE PRIORITY OF A PROMISE” Hebrews 11:13-22 January 4, 2009 Warden Assembly of God Pastor John L. Harper 1 Corinthians 11:23-31 (King James Version) King James Version (KJV) 23For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, that the Lord Jesus the same night in which he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

It’s Worth It - The Beautiful Fight

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Aug 5, 2009

What is the motivation of the follower of Christ to do what he or she does? Knowing that the beautiful fight is worth it for the joy set before us.

It�s Worth It The Beautiful Fight TCF Sermon July 19, 2009 Recently I read a fable about a dog who loved to chase other animals. He bragged about his great running skill and said he could catch anything. Well, it wasn�t long until his boastful claims were put to the test by a certain rabbit. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Live Right

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009

Our thinking drives our behavior. Rather than blindly accepting the trends in our society, Christians should allow their thinking to be shaped by revelation in the word.

How to Living Right Romans 12:1-3 6-28-09 I begin this message today with an assumption. My assumption is this: Deep in the heart of every Christian is the desire to live right before God. I can’t imagine someone who is truly born again not wanting to please God. When the cry “Abba Father” comes ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Charismatic

Maskara

Contributed by Norman Lorenzo on Aug 29, 2008

3 Ways in Living your Life without hypocrisy...

Maskara Living Life Without Hypocrisy Titus 1:10-13 INTRODUCTION Magandang umaga sa inyong lahat. Let us open our Bible in Titus 1:10-13 Si Pabnlo at Tito ay nagpunta sa isang island na ang pangalan ay Creta upang sila ay magpasimula ng gawain at mag-plant ng mga churches doon. Eventually nang ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Know Your Spiritual Gifts!" 1 Cor 12 Pt 12 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 15, 2008

Paul tells us all to know our spiritual gifts and know how to use them for the common good of the church. We also need to know that we all have different gifts but this is God’s plan and it’s a good thing to have diversity. We also need to know that each

“Know Your Spiritual Gifts!” 1 Cor. 12 – pt 12 Opening Illustration: Chris Tomlin talking about making a difference for the Lord by using his gifts from Blue Fish TV. Thesis: Paul tells us all to know our spiritual gifts and know how to use them for the common good of the church. We also need to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hero Behind The Hero Series

Contributed by Grant Van Boeschoten on Dec 4, 2007

Mordecai is the Hero behind the Hero named Esther. This sermon is an insightful look at the whole story of Esther with some points for how you can be "The Hero behind the Hero".

The Hero Behind the Hero Grant van Boeschoten December 2, 2007 Our message today comes from the book of Esther and the main character is the Hero behind the Hero, Mordecai. Mordecai was born into captivity. He was a Jew living in Persia, in the city of Susa. Mordecai’s cousin’s Jewsish name was ...read more

One Woman In The Presence Of A King

Contributed by Wayne Solomon on Jun 7, 2008

Queen Esther’s experience before the king for the saving of her people. We need to be aware that we have a mission and as daunting as the task may be if we would stand in the presence of the King of kings we can stand up for the King anywhere.

Maranatha Tabernacle Church of God 381 Manton Avenue, Providence RI 02909 Sunday October 8th 2006 10:00am and 11:30am One Woman before a King In the year 586 BC Nebuchadnezzar Emperor of the Babylonians (the Iraqis) invaded Jerusalem, destroyed the temple and captured more than 10,000 young Jews. ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Concerning Wisdom Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 12, 2009

The importance of wise living

SERIES: BE SATISFIED “CONCERNING WISDOM” ECCLESIASTES 7:10-29 Two young engineers applied for a single position at a computer company. They both had the same qualifications. In order to determine which individual to hire, the applicants were asked to take a test by the department manager. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:10-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What’s In A Name?

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jun 26, 2009

Koinonia means fellowship - what�s true fellowship, and how does this biblical word apply to our church

What�s in a Name TCF Sermon June 14, 1009 What�s in a name? Obviously not everything. The name, Kirk, for example, can mean �owned by the church.� That might describe me, but certainly not Kirk. Often, we expect names to tell us something about what we�re looking for, what to expect ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Person's A Person No Matter How Small

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jun 26, 2009

A Mother’s Day message on the gift of life and the issues surrounding life in our culture

A Person’s a Person No Matter How Small TCF Mother’s Day Sermon May 10, 2009 Good morning, and Happy Mother’s Day. Have you noticed that when you’re a mother, you tend to look at the world in a whole different way than you did before you were a mom? It gets to the point where you almost redefine ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Politically Correct Ten Commandments

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Jun 26, 2009

Since Americans seem to find the Biblical Ten Commandments outdated and out of touch with modern spirituality, here’s a modern revision: the new and improved, "politically correct" ten commandments ...

The Politically Correct Ten Commandments Dr. Russell K. Tardo Scripture Reference: Exodus 20:1-17 1And God spake all these words, saying, 2I am the LORD thy God, which have brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage. Commandment #1: 3Thou shalt have no other gods ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Preacher's Call To Maturity" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 10, 2009

Sermon 14 in a study in HEBREWS

“Concerning him we have much to say, and it is hard to explain, since you have become dull of hearing. 12 For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you have need again for someone to teach you the elementary principles of the oracles of God, and you have come to need milk and not solid ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

A Failed Fishing Venture

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jan 13, 2009

Have you ever wanted to give up and thought, “Who needs the church, I’ll believe in God and stay home?” Perhaps you have been DISTRESSED by the world’s problems. Perhaps the church’s past year of transition has DISCOURAGED you. Perhaps your DISIL

Cornerstone Church January 11, 2004 A FAILED FISHING VENTURE John 21:1-19 “I enjoyed a Charles Schultz ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Restored In Our Father's Love Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 6, 2010

Our true nature is defined by whose we are. Jesus seeks to restore us to the Father‟s love.

Summary – Our true nature is defined by whose we are. Jesus seeks to restore us to the Father‟s love. Return to Prodigal Son but with focus on the blessing the Father brings itself… and how that reflects what Jesus bears in himself… and imparts to all who receive his life as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational