Sermons on Forgives And Redeems:

Redemption #17 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Mar 18, 2005

The Word of God must be an active part of our total living, NOT just our Sunday go-to-meeting life. Heb 4:12 tells us what the “living” Word of God will do. 2Pet 1:1-4 tells how we can have this “living” work of the Word of God in our “everyday” lives.

To have a clear understanding of God’s redemption for mankind, we must have a reasonable understanding of many other subjects presented in the Word of God. In past lessons, we’ve listed 20+ subjects that are interrelated to redemption, and that list is only a starting point. We will not take time ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Urgent, Wounded, Healed

Contributed by Ernest Corty on Mar 22, 2005

Seeking restoration in an urgent and repentive way is a message that is not taught very often today!

One of the stories that is rarely told in regards to the Titanic is the story of John Harper. I guess it would not be dramatic enough for Hollywood! Perhaps there isn’t enough promiscuity or infamy in his story. Harper was born into a Christian family in May of 1872. He became a Christian at 13 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:13

Denomination: Church Of God

Triumphant Love Series

Contributed by Bishop Raymond Allan Johnson on Mar 22, 2005

Palm Sunday: We refer to His entry into Jerusalem on a donkey as "triumphal." But it was not His entry that was triumphal -- it was His love

LOVE TRIUMPHANT! On the next day much people that were come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, Took branches of palm trees, and went forth to meet him, and cried, Hosanna: Blessed is the King of Israel that cometh in the name of the Lord. And Jesus, when he had ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-15

Denomination: *other

Discovering Who I Am Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2005

Before we can do great things for God, we must discover who we are in God.

Psalm 8:3-8 “Discovering Who I Am” INTRODUCTION We have discovered that success is not a satisfactory goal—at least success in the world’s terms. We have ample demonstrations of how it is not only lonely at the time it is also empty. We want more for our lives. We want our lives to mean ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:3-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Redemption #18 - The Essence Of God #1 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Mar 30, 2005

If all of us really believe that God is the apex of justice, IF we really believe with our whole heart that God ALONE is the totality of justice, THEN we will not hear, nor will we utter the phrase, “Why would God allow….”

Biblical Truth Never Changes, Neither is it static God’s word is established forever! That’s good to know!! Our eternal existence depends on the truth of the Word of God, and on the fact that the Word will not change with the passing of time or fluctuating circumstances. That should make Bible ...read more

"Appointed"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 5, 2005

We are appointed to eternal life, and once we’ve responded to God’s call and been saved we are appointed to service.

“For thus the Lord has commanded us, ‘I have placed You as a light for the Gentiles that You should bring salvation to the end of the earth’. And when the Gentiles heard this, they began rejoicing and glorifying the word of the Lord; and as many as had been appointed to eternal life believed. And ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:47-49

Denomination: Orthodox

6 Important Elements Regarding Salvation Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 5, 2005

Important truths about what needs to happen for salvation to occur

Whoever will call upon the name of the Lord will be saved. January 1979 – made that call - MAX LUCADO, in one of his books, tells a story that he read about a newlywed couple that had a honeymoon disaster. They arrived at the hotel in the wee hours with high hopes. They had reserved a large room ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-21

Body

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Apr 6, 2005

The apostle Paul opens up discussion concerning the nature of the resurrection body. He deals with two questions which foolish objectors raise (v. 35). The first question implies that resurrection is impossible; the second, that it is inconceivable.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: In March of 1981, President Reagan was shot by John Hinckley, Jr. , and was hospitalized for several weeks. Although Reagan was the nation’s chief executive, his hospitalization had little impact on the nation’s activity. Government continued. On the other hand, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Prodigal Father

Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Apr 8, 2005

Who is the real emphasis on in the commonly called "Parable of the Prodigal son"? It may surprise you who was the real prodigal!

THE PRODIGAL FATHER LUKE 15:11-24 INTRO: Jesus often spoke in parables in his teachings. 1. What is a parable? a. Parable signifies "the placing of one thing beside another" with a view to comparison. b. It is the lesson that is of value; the hearer must catch the analogy if he is to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Methodist

Do Not Judge Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 24, 2005

Jesus teaches us: 1. Do not condemn. 2. Do not rush to judgment. 3. Do use discernment.

The Super Bowl is known as much for its commercials as it is for football, and Super Bowl XXXIX was no different. Ameriquest Mortgage Company sponsored two ads. One had a man coming home with a bag of groceries and a bouquet of flowers. He begins dinner by starting a pot of spaghetti sauce. As ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Finding Joy Despite Circumstances Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 25, 2005

What is real joy and how to do you find it? Paul the Apostle begins teaching us by showing joy is found by partnering with others’ lives and sharing the gospel.

There’s a well known saying out there: "what’s in it for me?" In broadcasting we would define a story’s newsworthiness by asking "why should I care?" All around us exists a mentality of "me first." And even though when we come to Jesus we receive something invaluable as a person - the salvation of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Grace We Don't Deserve: The Face Of Grace Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 29, 2005

Grace, by definition, is something we do not deserve. This Easter message focuses on four things we can see in the face of Jesus that demonstrate God’s grace.

Grace We Don’t Deserve: The Face of Grace “Grace,” part 3 of 3 Easter Sunday – March 27, 2005 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers I have to start out this morning by saying I know the title of this message is redundant. By definition, grace is unmerited favor – favor that we do not deserve. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15

Denomination: Free Methodist

Guidelines For Confessing Our Guilt Series

Contributed by Stan Willet on May 3, 2005

A study of the Freedom from Guilt.

“ HAVE MERCY UPON ME, OH GOD “ Series PSALM 51: 1 – 6 “ GUIDELINES FOR CONFESSING YOUR GUILT “ BACKGROUND - for Psalm 51, some are aware, then be reminded again It’s all recorded in 2 Samuel 11… DAVID - is guilty of (3) sins… 1 – failure to serve and be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Guidelines For Clearing Our Guilt Series

Contributed by Stan Willet on May 4, 2005

A study of the Freedom from Guilt

“ HAVE MERCY UPON ME, OH GOD ” PSALM 51: 7 – 12 “ GUIDELINES FOR CLEARING YOUR GUILT “ FROM - V 1 – 6, we discovered some uncomfortable Truths about sin… - It brings to our attention that nobody is exempt from sins grip - That even King David, the shepherd boy, the harp player, giant killer ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

From Guilt To Grace Series

Contributed by Stan Willet on May 4, 2005

A study of the Freedom from Guilt

“ HAVE MERCY UPON ME, OH GOD “ PSALM 51: 13 – 19 “ FROM GUILT TO GRACE “ THE TOPIC - of Psalm 51 has been guilt in verses 1 – 12 - Guilt has consumes King David’s life for a whole year - He committed sin against God (neglect duty, adultery, murder) - There ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:13-19

Denomination: Baptist