Sermons on Flaming Sword:

Balanced Christian Life

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 21, 2007

THIS SERMON HIGHLIGHTS THE BALANCE BETWEEN 1. LAW AND GRACE 2. PROMISES AND COMMANDMENTS 3. FAITH AND WORKS 4. PROSPERITY AND SIMPLICITY 5. ENJOYING AND ENDURING 6. WORD AND SPIRIT 7. GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT AND THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT ETC

BALANCED CHRISTIAN LIFE *************************** OUTLINE 1. LAW AND GRACE 2. PROMISES AND COMMANDMENTS 3. FAITH AND WORKS 4. PROSPERITY AND SIMPLICITY 5. ENJOYING AND ENDURING 6. WORD AND SPIRIT 7. GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT AND FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT 8. INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL 9. QUANTITY AND QUALITY 10. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tragedy Precedes Triumph Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 16, 2010

A study of the book of Zechariah chapter 12 verses 1 through 14

Zechariah 12: 1 – 14 Tragedy Precedes Triumph 1 The burden of the word of the LORD against Israel. Thus says the LORD, who stretches out the heavens, lays the foundation of the earth, and forms the spirit of man within him: 2 “Behold, I will make Jerusalem a cup of drunkenness to all ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 12:1-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Study In Revelation 9 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Oct 22, 2009

Study of Revelation, using "the Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible" as a guide. Includes work sheet for participants. boxes & underlined blanks may be missing

Rev 3: 1-6 “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write, ’These things says He who has the seven Spirits of God and the seven stars: "I know your works, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead. 2 "Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die, for ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

When perilous times occur many ask why is it that God seemingly allows bad men to prosper and go unpunished. Many see God as a Super Pacifist, too loving, too gentle, too kind, too good, too meek and too mild to judge and punish the world and its inhabit

I THESSALONIANS 5:2 "FOR YOURSELVES KNOW PERFECTLY THAT THE DAY OF THE LORD SO COMETH AS A THIEF IN THE NIGHT." INTRODUCTION: When perilous times occur many ask why is it that God seemingly allows bad men to prosper and go unpunished. Many see God as a Super Pacifist, too loving, too gentle, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of A Whisper

Contributed by Troy Nelson on Aug 6, 2001

An encouragement to the church that God doesn’t always work through just the loud and the showy.

The Story of A Whisper I Kings 19:9-18 As he sits at the foot of this “desert” mountain, he hugs his knees to his chest. Looking at Elijah, you may think he has fallen asleep, or even worse, maybe even died. But don’t worry, he’s not. It’s just that the desert winds have this habit of turning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 19:9-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God Seems Silent

Contributed by David Fox on Nov 10, 2001

Why does God sometimes choose not to answer prayer?

When God Seems Silent *We all go through times in life when God seems silent. *Those are the times in life when the heavens seem to be brass. *In times of God’s silence – We try to pray….but our prayers may seem only to rise to the ceiling and then fall back to the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:20-23, Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Day Of The Lord Part 1

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 20, 2001

A discussion of the term the Day of theLord and related events. The need for readiness.

THE DAY OF THE LORD I THESSALONIANS 5:1-11 I THESSALONIANS 5:2 "FOR YOURSELVES KNOW PERFECTLY THAT THE DAY OF THE LORD SO COMETH AS A THIEF IN THE NIGHT." INTRODUCTION: When perilous times occur many ask why is it that God seemingly allows bad men to prosper and go unpunished. Many see God as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Be Afraid

Contributed by Steve Gladwell on Dec 2, 2001

How a christian deals with fear.

Do you know; I used to like the carol “While shepherds watched”. Both the words and Crimond the music it was set too. As a teenager, I used to go carol singing with the Church in Darlington and that would be sung most nights. We were even fortunate enough to have some good enough singers that we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Man From Smallville Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 12, 2002

Judges 14 tells us that Samson’s relationship with the Philistine woman was "from the LORD." How could that be? And what can this chapter in Samson’s life teach us?

OPEN: Commenting on the "Spiderman" movie, a critic noted that the famous kiss (where Spiderman kissed the heroine while hanging upside down in the rain) was actually not a kiss at all. The actor put his mouth up to hers but actually didn’t kiss her because - between having to wear his mask and ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Learning To Do The Right Thing

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Aug 25, 2002

To learn to do the right thing: 1. You must take responsibility for your actions. 2. You must want to do the right thing. 3. You must know what the right thing is. 4. You must have a plan.

On the morning of August 2, a fired Columbus police officer, Hermando “Cliff” Harton, Jr., 39, shot his wife in their Prairie Township home. He then led the police on a chase on I-71 into Ashland County where he was shot and wounded by State Patrol troopers. His wife had informed him that she ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Using Religion To Escape Religion

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Sep 5, 2003

A sermon for the 12th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 17

12th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 17 Mark 7:1-8,14-15, 21-23 "Using Religion to Escape Religion" 7:1 ¶ Now when the Pharisees gathered together to him, with some of the scribes, who had come from Jerusalem, 2 they saw that some of his disciples ate with hands defiled, that is, unwashed. 3 (For ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Arsenal - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jan 21, 2004

The 3rd message in a series on spiritual warfare focusing on our arsenal for battle.

The Battle is the Lord Our Arsenal – Part 1 Intro: A reporter interviewed a man on his 100th birthday. “What are you most proud of?” The man said, “I don’t have an enemy in the world.” “What a beautiful thought! How inspirational! Tell me how you have achieved such a feat?” The man ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17, 2 Timothy 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Revelation To Ephesus - Everything But The One Thing. Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

The Letter to Ephesus Church.

The Revelation to Ephesus - Everything but the One Thing. How often do you wait for the mail-man to come - expecting a message, a parcel, a letter. It maybe the day that your final results are in the mail - your OP score which will determine your future. It may be that you are expecting a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Divide

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Aug 28, 2001

The difference between us and non-Christians exists because there is no substitute for Christ. But through Christ, we can make a difference!

Intro: Even in healthy families, there are sometimes differences of opinion: Which is more important—cleaning the house or mowing the yard? Is it better to save something that might be used later on, or to save space and be more organized by throwing it away? Is it better to put money in a savings ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11, Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Lutheran

The Christian And The Tongue

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 13, 2001

James 1:26 If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man’s religion is vain. James 3:18 And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace. Peacemakers are continua

The Christian and the Tongue By Pastor CG 1. The Mark Of Perfection. (James 1:26; 3:1-12; Proverbs 12:18; 13:3; 15:4; 18:8, 21; Luke 6:45; 1 Peter 3:10; Romans 3:13) James 1:26 If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man’s ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal