Sermons on Found At Azotus:

Seven Sins Sneaking Into The Sancutuary-- Introduction Series

Contributed by Ken Gilmore on Mar 10, 2007

This in the introduction sermon of a series that deals with seven common sins found in the church and in the lives of "Christians".

SEVEN SINS SNEAKING INTO THE SANCTUARY Romans 12:1-2 I. Social Acceptances Romans 12:1-2 “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2And be not conformed to this world: but ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

Stepping Out On Faith Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 14, 2002

Some great principles about faith found in Israel’s crossing of the Jordan River.

A Study of the Book of Joshua Sermon # 3 Stepping Out On Faith Joshua 3: 1-17 Dr. John R. Hamby For Christians today crossing of the Jordan represents passing from one level of the Christian life to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Three Good Reasons

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 22, 2002

What I’d like someone to share with me if they found out I was lost.

August 11, 2002 The man was awakened for the fifth time. “Get up. It’s time to get ready for church!” He replied grumpily, “I don’t want to; I don’t want to go to church today. Those people at the church don’t like me; I don’t want to go.” She rebutted, “You have to go.” Said he, “Give me ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:2

Denomination: United Methodist

The Problem With The Power Of The Church In America

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 29, 2005

Is the "spiritually superior" attitude that the Corinthians had similar to the attitude found in the American church today?

The Corinthians’ Situation: 1. The Problem: They were living proudly in their spiritual superiority. - vv. 8-13. - Paul points out their pride in their superiority and their position, all of it (from their perspective) a sign of the hand of God. In reality, though, they were far from where God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Shepherd Is Good Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 21, 2005

Explores responsibilities of spiritual leaders (shepherds) and comfort found in Jesus as our Shepherd/Leader.

THE Shepherd Is Good John 9:38-10:21 12-14-03 Intro Text: John 9:38-10:21[1] The first 21 verses of John 10 are a continuation of Jesus conversation with the Pharisees shortly after the Feast of Tabernacles. As you recall from last week, Jesus has healed the blind man. Here in John 9:38 we ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Tarrying At The Throne

Contributed by Douglas Vogel on Jan 6, 2004

One way success is found is in praying for others, no matter how difficult life is.

“TARRYING AT THE THRONE” Matthew 2:13-18 As a pastor in the Free Methodist Church for nearly 18 years, and your pastor for the last 4½ years, it is time for me to come front & center regarding God’s will for our church. I know there are a number of indicators that people use to gauge health & ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:19-23

Denomination: Methodist

A New Year's Blessing

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Jan 6, 2008

This sermon looks at the blessing from God for us found in Numbers 6:22-27.

Next week we start a new series called “Resolution Revolution” based on a passage in Colossians. We’ll cover topics that hopefully will allow us to live out a life resolved to be new in Christ. We’ll talk about the idea that we have been rescued and redeemed by Christ, that we have a new authority ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

What's Wrong With Halloween?

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Sep 7, 2007

This sermon looks at the occultic practices found in Halloween and why the Christian should not participate in it.

"What’s Wrong with Halloween?" (Eph 5:11-17 & Deut 18:9-12) INTRODUCTION - Many Christians will allow and even encourage their children to pay respect to the devil on October 31 WITHOUT REALLY KNOWING IT! - The question many Christians ask, "What’s wrong with Halloween?" - I hope to be able ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Does God Want For Your Marriage?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 30, 2006

The Apostle Paul shares the secret to a happy marriage. True happiness is found in Christ alone.

So, Mike and Michelle, what do you want for your marriage? Mike, I suppose you want a cheerful Michelle who will be supportive and compliment the work you’ll do as a pastor. Michelle, I believe you once said that you wanted kids, crazy kids like the Habben girls. I’ll take that as a compliment! ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Get To Work Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Nov 29, 2006

The work of the church is found in confidence in it’s leadership, and setting an example for others to follow.

Introduction I. As a church, we believe in what is called the “imminent return of Christ.” A. The imminent return of Christ, means that we believe that Jesus Christ could return at any time, even before this church service is completed, to take His bride, the church back to heaven. B. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:3-18

Denomination: Methodist

Uncovering Mysteries

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 26, 2005

The Word Mysteryis found 22x in the NT This message uncovers the greatest mystery of all

Uncovering Mysteries PowerPoint Available {+ is new slide > is new transition X transition out} - Mysteries captivate us. We Love to dig into a good mystery story +Top Crime-Solvers: >- A favorite programs on television is Unsolved Mysteries, Hosted by Robert Stack, the series features ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25

Denomination: Baptist

Golgotha, In The Shadow Of Death Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Mar 21, 2005

This is the second in an Easter series. This sermon deals with the power and reality of forgiveness found in the shadows of death.

Shadows of the Cross Pt 2 – Golgotha, In the Shadow of Death Luke 23:33-49 Last week we walked in Gethsemane’s shadows – facing the broken promises, broken religion, and Jesus’ broken heart. Today we move further into the shadows – as we enter the very shadows of death. This passage opens on a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-49

Denomination: *other

In Giving Everything We Gain Everything

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 12, 2003

The giving away of our lives for others through Christ is where real life is found.

Mark 8:34-38 "In Giving Everything We Gain Everything" The first question in the Bible is found in Genesis, chapter 3. God asks Adam and Eve, "Where are you?" The answer?... ... "I was afraid because I was naked; so I hid." And so we have not only the first question in the Bible, but we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: United Methodist

The Providence Of God Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Feb 25, 2008

We will explore the providence of God as found in 5 events in the 5th Chapter of Joshua.

Series: Joshua Text: Joshua 5:1-15 Title: “The Providence of God” • God’s providence in 5 events: I. Crossing of the Jordan (1) • Obviously one of the reasons God held back the waters of the Jordan was to get the children of Israel from point A to point B. • God was also using this as ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

When Do Religious People Whoop It Up?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 15, 2007

God invites us to share his joy when someone who was lost, is found.

Title: When Do Religious People Whoop It Up? Text: Luke 15:1-10 Thesis: God invites us to share his joy when someone who was lost, is found. Introduction Have you ever lost something you really treasured… something you would really like to find? After reading the text for today, I thought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational