Sermons on Fishing For People:

Playing By New Rules

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Feb 12, 2001

JESUS’ PEOPLE ARE IDENTIFIED BY JESUS’ LOVE

Playing by New Rules Introduction – How do you tell a Christian? Before I went into full-time ministry, I was an electronics technician at a major corporation for several years. One of the guys I worked with was one of the kindest people I had ever met. In a place where people were usually ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

How Far Are You Willing To Go To See Souls Saved?

Contributed by Terry Hensley on Nov 16, 2001

There are many way to bring people to Jesus.

Mk. 16:15, "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the Gospel to every creature." Lk. 14:23. "And the Lord said unto his servant, Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled." But what can I do? I’m not a preacher, or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

An Easy Religion.

Contributed by Terry Hensley on Nov 23, 2001

People today want an easy religion.

The characteristics of the age is a desire for an Easy Time. This is true in serving God as in a great many other things. People want an easy time with no self-denial involved. And some Christians today do not want any Spiritual exercise. Here are four things that many Christians are faultering ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe We Can Fly

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 28, 2001

The reality is that where there is no vision the people perish

I Believe We Can Fly “Where there is no vision the people perish” July 20, 1997 Morning Service Introduction I. The loss of dreams: Waking up and remembering part of a dream, frustration, straining to remember, longing to catch another moment of the dream II. Personal Dreams: History teacher, God ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:19

Denomination: Church Of God

Spots In Your Feasts Of Charity

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 5, 2000

To show that we are not at all perfect people

JUDE 8 - 13 "SPOTS IN YOUR FEASTS OF CHARITY" * A lot of people back in the old days would gather together in homes and worship God. * They called this "Feasts of Charity." * Well, God looked through the roof of this home, and He saw spots! * Your Pastor would like to say that Faith Church is ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Six Kingdoms

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 14, 2000

People need to consider where they are spiritually.

THE SIX KINGDOMS INTRO.- Where are you? Where are you spiritually? ILL.- A young Bible college student was witnessing in a suburb of Atlanta, Georgia. As he approached one house, there was an elderly man sitting on the porch and he asked him, “Are you a Christian?” He replied, “No, I’m a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

False Security

Contributed by Ron Owen on Dec 23, 2000

Many people are trusting in a false security

Romans 2:17-29 "False Security" Intro: Song - "Only Trust Him" I. The False Security of Heritage. (17) Ill. - Christian Osmosis? A. Racial Heritage. *John 8:33 - "We be Abraham’s seed..." *Matt. 8:11 & 12, Roman Centurion’s faith and he was gentile. Ill. - What a wonderful priviledge to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

A True Faith

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 1, 2003

To call people to a true and living faith.

A True Faith Luke 11:37-44 Primary Purpose: To call people to a true and living faith When you think of a Pharisee, what comes to mind? You don’t think of someone fun and enjoyable to be around. Most of us think of someone like Jesus encountered: stern, legalistic, cruel, rigid and judgmental. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-44

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Lion's Den

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jun 20, 2003

People are watching you. But so is God.

DANIEL 6: LESSONS FROM THE LION’S DEN Do you realize that you are being watched? Now more than ever, all of us are being watched, more than we realize. There are security cameras in most stores that you shop in, and as you shop, people are watching you. Certain intersections have cameras that ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Lutheran

The Great Commission Series

Contributed by Julian Silva on Jan 9, 2003

To Challenge the people to a call to the Mission Field.

I. Introduction: Scripture Reading: (Mark 16:15) "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." While I was working in the V Corps Chaplain’s office in Frankfurt, Germany; I came in contact with many wonderful Christian individuals. One of the most ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20, John 4:35

Denomination: Baptist

Hope For The Future

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

God gives his people hope

Hope for the Future Isaiah 40-66 Intro: Something that has characterized all cultures throughout history is the presence of heroes. It seems that in every culture we develop heroes. Whether it be John Wayne, riding out onto the range alone to defeat the bandits, or Luke Skywalker, flying a ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Will Not Neglect The House Of Our God Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 5, 2004

As Christians, we must be people of commitment.

“We will not neglect the house of our God.” Nehemiah 10 Nehemiah 9:38, 10:28, 29 1. Commitment to The Word (vs. 29) 2. Commitment to Purity (vs. 28, 30) Separation from the world to the Word 2 Corinthians 7:1 - Since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Strength And My Shield Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE LORD IS NOT DEAF TO THE CRIES OF HIS PEOPLE

BIG IDEA: THE LORD IS NOT DEAF TO THE CRIES OF HIS PEOPLE I. (:1-2) THE CRY FOR A HEARING A. (:1) The Rock Has Ears “To Thee, O Lord, I call; My rock, do not be deaf to me, Lest, if Thou be silent to me, I become like those who go down to the pit.” B. (:2) The Holy Sanctuary Receives Cries for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Going To The House Of God

Contributed by Ken Peters on Oct 6, 2002

A sermon introducing people to awesomeness of God.

Open: Stand outside the Sanctuary with the doors closed. Today we are going to be talking about God. This months theme is called Dive. Today I am going to call all you to a higher level of Christianity. Today I am going to introduce you the God that you claim to serve. Open the doors with a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10, Psalm 97:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Family That Prays Together Stays Together Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 6, 2002

Tips on how to become praying people.

THE FAMILY THAT PRAYS TOGETHER STAYS TOGETHER Acts 4:23-37 INTRODUCTION A good Christian lad went camping with his family. He was warned not to stray too far from the campfire, as the woods were full of danger. The young boy had every intention of not straying but curiosity got the better of him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-37, Acts 7:27, Acts 4:23

Denomination: Baptist