Sermons on Firstborn Over All Creation:

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Jun 19, 2007

The world lauds autonomy and strength, but Jesus says those who are truly blessed are the ones who come to him in humility and dependence.

BLESSED ARE THE POOR IN SPIRIT INTRO NEW SERIES Everyone wants the good life. What does it mean for you? Lifestyle? Stuff? Financial security? Family? ILL: Video Clip ’In the Game’ from the Pursuit of Happiness. The world says, ’take what you want, pursue happiness and fulfillment at all costs.’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Baptist

Principals Of Prayer

Contributed by Scott Epperson on Apr 16, 2007

JUST AS THE MEN IN THIS TEXT WE OFTEN WONDER HOW SHOULD WE PRAY,SO THEN CHRIST OFFERS TO US THESE PRINCIPALS OF PRAYER.

PRINCIPALS OF PRAYER 4/15/07 (Mat 6:5) And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. (Mat 6:6) But thou, when thou ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mining For Gold In The Word Of God

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 5, 2007

What do we need to know about God’s Word in order to be skillful in living a Christian life as well as helping others in their journey of faith?

May, 2007 Mining for Gold in the Word of God Ezra 7:6-10 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever tried to draw a straight line? What happened? Did it come out crooked? What would help you to do a better job? A yardstick, a ruler? Yes, a ruler can help you to measure things accurately, and you can use ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:6-10

Denomination: Methodist

Living Beyond Today Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Dec 26, 2007

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent that helps us see that despite troubles, God has not deserted us and that we are still blessed.

As we continue in this Advent season it is important to remember that we are not just preparing for Christmas but when Jesus comes again as our saviour and our judge. In today’s Gospel reading we hear of John being in trouble because he was a witness of Jesus. John’s story of following Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Lutheran

#3the Gifts That God Gives!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 4, 2008

This is part 3 of a 3 part lesson on the Gifts that God gives. Hope you will accept God’s gifts!

#3 THE GIFTS THAT GOD GIVES: By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Sometimes we don’t thank God as we should for His love and giving! God gives, so let us give. Today I make a choice to give you a blessing. I have a limited ability with words. Wisdom has always been one step farther than ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:9-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dealing With The Thorns In Our Life

Contributed by Terry Detwiler on Jan 26, 2007

Paul says in 2 Corinthians 12:7 that he was given a thorn in his flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment him. What is it that torments him? What is this thorn in his flesh?

Key Text: 2 Corinthians 12:7 2 Corinthians 12:7 (NIV) 7 To keep me from becoming conceited because of these surpassingly great revelations, there was given me a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. 2 Corinthians 12:7 (KJV) 7 And lest I should be exalted above measure ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is It In You?

Contributed by Michael Martin on Jan 28, 2007

Is the Fruit of the Holy Spirit evident in your life?

(Rom. 8:1-14) "...who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit." The book of Romans is, in my opinion, the very best doctrinal thesis on the subject of Salvation and the Christian walk! Romans Chapters 1, 2 & 3 describe man’s sinful condition and declares him GUILTY before God. Romans ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

No Swimming Series

Contributed by Neil Lieder on Feb 13, 2007

Rip Tide Series Week 5: No Swimming (should we stay on the beach?) Coping with the sin that surrounds us.

RIP TIDE 5. No Swimming (Should We Stay on the Beach?) With all this talk about the danger of Rip Tides, you might be thinking, “I think I’ll just stay out of the water!” But the water represents life. Chris and Sarah went to their family’s river house ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Dan Brown on Feb 19, 2007

Part 9 preaching through Matthew, the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount, covering the first of the Beatitudes.

Sermon-2/9/03-Matt. 5:1-3-Poor In Spirit/Dependance on God The Sermon on the Mount-Vintage Christinianity-Taught on this passage more than possibly any other in the Bible-learn more and more each time. When we look at the Christian faith as it is practiced today it can appear to be clouded by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

Denomination: *other

Lessons From Philip

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

Even though the believers were scattered through persecution, Philip went about doing good and preaching the good news and leading many to Christ.

Summer Survival: lessons from Philip in Acts 8 Who was he? Not Philip the apostle, but one of the deacons, "seven men of good reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom" who were appointed to distribute food fairly amongst the Jewish and Gentile widows of the early church in Jerusalem (Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Lost Art Of Meditation Series

Contributed by Michael French on Mar 18, 2008

The Western church as lost the understanding of what it means to properly engage in meditation and it is time for us to rediscover it.

Our communication with God must be enhanced if we are to truly reach the level of relationship that we long for. As a part of that process, it is essential that we recognize that the ancient art of mediation has been lost to the Western church. We see mediation as nothing more than a corrupt and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Daniel's Resolution To Purity Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Jan 13, 2006

While it is true that God fulfills his purpose despite and through our failures, we are not excused from being responsible and accountable with our actions and decisions.

Theme: Daniel’s Resolution to Purity Text: Daniel 1:8-21 Intro. a. Last message: God is sovereign. Everything is under the control of His mighty hand. Nothing will ever take place outside His plans. Events are always in line to God’s purpose. They always fulfill His best intentions for ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What I Was, What God Is, What I Am

Contributed by Travis Johnson on Jan 16, 2006

This sermon examines the change Christ makes in our life.

WHAT I WAS, WHAT GOD IS, WHAT I AM Eph. 2:1-19 Intro: Ephesians 1 is a treasure of Biblical truth. Vs. 3-4-He has chosen us; Vs. 5-He adopted us; Vs. 6-He accepted us; Vs. 7-He redeemed & forgave us; Vs.8-10-He revealed His will to us; Vs. 11-12- He has made us an inheritance; Vs. 13- He has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-19

Denomination: Holiness

A Matter Of Conscience

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 22, 2008

Should a Christian "let his conscience be his guide?" Only if it is an "informed" conscience.

A Matter of Conscience Willie from Moon Mullins comic strip, says of his conscience... “Every time I listen to that darn thing, I end up ruinin’ my relaxin’!” Let your conscience be your guide. How many of you have heard that? How many of you have said that? What is your conscience? Where does ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing The Will Of God #5 - Through Council Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Feb 20, 2008

Be caerful where you turn to for advice concerning God’s will for your life.

Knowing the Will of God #5 – Through Council 17th February 2008 am Proverbs 24:6 a. Council should come from a godly source – Proverbs 25:19 When seeking God’s will for your life who do you turn to? I can tell you that there are certain people you should avoid like the plague. Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:6

Denomination: Baptist