Sermons on Fortune Telling:

The Last Words Of Peter Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 21, 2003

These are the last recorded words of Peter. One’s last words often tell us where his priorities were.

"But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen." Before the great apostle says his final amen he reminds his readers about growth, grace and knowledge. GROWTH - a command for the Christ-follower, not an option. As many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Words Of John Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 23, 2003

These are the last recorded words of John. One’s last words often tell us where his priorities were.

John’s third letter is addressed to Gaius, "my dear friend." The central thought is found in verse eleven: "Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good. Anyone who does what is good is from God. Anyone who does what is evil has not seen God." Imitate good people. Don’t imitate ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Desiring Great Things Greatly

Contributed by Phil Hoover on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: We find much in the actions of Nehemiah that tells us what type of leader he would be in the Kingdom of God.

Introduction: We find much in the actions of Nehemiah that tells us what type of leader he would be in the Kingdom of God. We will see three aspects of his desire to rebuild that will help us in our desire to have effectiveness in the work of the Lord. I. We see the INTENSITY of Nehemiah's desire ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:4-11

An Eager Unashamed Debtor For The Gospel

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Paul tells the believers at Rome why he is so eager to visit them; because he is a debtor to and is not ashamed of the Gospel.

I think that most people want to visit the capital city of their homeland. I remember when my parents took the family to London when we were in our teens. To visit the capital was quite an occasion, especially nearly 50 years ago when travelling wasn’t so easy as it is now. It was quite something ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

Reflecting God's Holiness

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 22, 2002

In a modern world of religious compromise, is the biblical concept of personal holiness even possible? It is...John tells us how.

REFLECTING GOD’S HOLINESS I Jn. 2:3-6 INTRO. We have been studying about the importance of having true fellowship with God. It is possible to be saved and still not have a personal, daily walk with Christ. It is also possible for someone to "say" they have fellowship but not really have it. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Immoralaphobia

Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Oct 7, 2002

This is a look at the world’s view of immorality, and our response. I pull no punches in this sermon! I tell it like it is.

IMMORALAPHOBIA October 6th,2002 AIM: To encourage the congregation to flee from immorality just as lot did. OPEN: a) Welcome and announcements. b) Directions…compass illusion c) The world wants us to go one way when God is calling us another way. d) Today we are going to be looking at ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unto Us

Contributed by Chris Johnson on Oct 20, 2003

The prophecy of Isaiah was more than just an abstract description of the coming Messiah; it tells us of the personal application of his titles.

The passage in Isaiah 9: 6-7 is one of the spectacular prophecies given in the book of Isaiah about Messiah’s coming. I have read this passage many times, sung it, and heard it read. This week, however, two words have come alive in my spirit; two little words that change the whole perspective of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Church Of God

A Touch Of Love

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 29, 2002

This sermon is about how we need to tell our loved ones what they mean to us while they are still with us.

A TOUCH OF LOVE Text: John 12:1-8 One of the songs of my list of favorites would have to be James Taylor’s "Shower The People". One of the reasons that I love that song apart from its pretty melody is its message. It talks about showering the people that we love with flowers. Later, in the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of Persuasive Prayer

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 19, 2002

Exodus 32 tells us God changed His mind. But He can’t do that can He?

OPEN: The story is told of the sharecropper who was charged with stealing his landlord’s mule. The landlord was a rich and domineering man who had few friends among the common people, but the evidence against the defendant was overwhelming. When the jury retired to consider the verdict, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Childlike Or Childish 2

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 8, 2003

Christ told us to come as children Paul tells us to grow up, how do we find a balance.

It had started out quite innocently. But then again it usually does. It was just a discussion. They had just been sitting around chewing the fat and somebody had mentioned how important so and so were going to be in heaven. “I don’t think so” said Peter “He hasn’t got what it takes.” Well it was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

"The Body Of Christ” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 28, 2010

Paul tells us how we can function as the body of Christ and thus, present the likeness of Christ to a lost world.

Once again, the Apostle Paul discusses the unity of the local church. Here he uses the picture of a body to speak about how we are to function in unity. From Paul’s discussion of how God sees His church as being like a body, we learn four things about how the body (the local church) is to function. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

I Know Whom I Have Beleived

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Apr 12, 2008

The bible tells us that we are to trust God for all things. Then why do we rely on "self" so much?

April 13, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Proverbs 3:5-10 Subject: Trusting God Title: I Know Whom I Have Believed Author Tim Hansel tells this story in his book, Holy Sweat. One day, while my son Zac and I were out in the country, climbing around in some cliffs, I heard a voice from above me yell, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is Worship? Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 18, 2008

What does the Bible tell us about worship? This sermons summarizes the main New Testament teachings on this controversial subject.

1. Illus. of touring three churches • Traditional church. Only songs they sing are great old hymns of the faith. They sing the doxology after they take the offering. The choir special is an anthem written in the 60’s. The only musical instruments are the piano and organ. The congregation is very ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:46-47

Denomination: Baptist

God Grace To His Obstinate Children Series

Contributed by Jeff Voorhees on Sep 7, 2008

Isaiah tells the people of Judah that he will be there for them--his obstinate children--even though they rebel against him now.

Isaiah 30 The Promises of God—Grace to Obstinate Children Beloved, For those of you who have had children, did you ever have a particularly obstinate child? All of us have strong willed children. In fact, there are far more strong willed children than compliant children. The scariest part of our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Love Is The Greatest" 1 Cor. 13 Pt 13 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 22, 2008

Paul tells a church which is divided that they need to live and act in love because this is the most excellent way to serve God.

“Love is the Greatest” Opening Illustration: Open with the Jars of Clay video, “They will know we are Christians by our love.” Thesis: Paul tells a church which is divided that they need to live and act in love because this is the most excellent way to serve God. Scripture Texts: I Cor. 12:31: ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational