Sermons on Four Requirements:

Peace Makers Series

Contributed by Kranthi Kumar Medida on Dec 26, 2006

God is looking for volunteers who are willing to serve Him. He will not force any one to serve Him. He does not like people who are required to be promised of blessing before they can serve Him

Introduction: Now we are entering into the next step of our spiritual lives. This step tells us about our ministry for the Kingdom of God. If you jump on to this step directly without taking the previous steps, you cannot stand there for long. Your ministry (whatever kind it may be), will never be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Last Name Is Not D*** Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 14, 2009

The 3rd commandment is one that requires us all to take a look at just how we use your tongue in daily living. And ask yourselves the questions, how are we using our tongue?

God’s Last Name is not D*** Exodus 20:7 Introduction In the Taurus Mountains of southern Turkey, lives a certain variety of crane. These birds tend to make a lot of noise, especially while flying. And, all that noise gets the attention of eagles, which swoop down and seize them for a meal. The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Testimony The Prosecutor Cannot Shake

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 26, 2009

We need defining moments in which we must decide for ourselves who our god is. It may require a true friend to push us. But when such a life-decision is made, it will be rock-solid.

How well do you stand up under tough, aggressive questioning? If somebody gets in your face and will not let you go until they get the answers they want, how do you feel? What do you do? I can tell you what I do. I look for the back door. I look for a way out. I want to avoid the questions. I ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Success In Parenting Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Apr 28, 2010

Our children will become what they see, hear and learn from their parents, teachers and culture. When it comes to successful parenting, there are NO shortcuts. It requires an intentional and relentless commitment to raising our children God's Way and at

“SUCCESS IN PARENTING” 5th in Series: Searching For Success Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, February 7, 2010 AM INTRODUCTION: In the beginning of this new century, a Christian statesman concluded a 50-yr. study of Christian and non-Christian families. He says that in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Wedding Homily - Pearl Of Great Price

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Nov 4, 2007

1. [Bride & Groom] You are valuable 2. Options require that declare what is most valuable 3. God found you so valuable that he forsook all of his options to save you

---- Joel, Cathie, when I asked you to read the parable called The Pearl of Great Price, I did so knowing that it was not a traditional or ordinary wedding reading – but then again, neither of you are traditional or ordinary people. Joel, I have had the privilege of getting to know you as a friend ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Baptist

Worship - How To Not Be Struck Dead

Contributed by Gregg Barbour on Nov 15, 2007

The ancient practices of worship when priests would enter the holy of holies to meet with God required them to be found spotless...this sermon relates the tabernacle and tent of meeting to today’s forms of worship.

(Intro Video-ark of the covenant-Holy of Holies) Ok, Some of you are probably wondering how Noah’s ark fit inside this small box. Did they shrink it? What’s up with that? So, I have to clear up some of your confusion. The ark of the covenant and Noah’s ark are two different things. Noah’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

Denomination: *other

A Heart That Is Completely God's!

Contributed by Joey Reyes on Aug 26, 2006

“My son, give me thine heart…” (Proverbs 23:26a) God wants our hearts! He wants FULL CONTROL OF OUR HEARTS. God requires WHOLE-HEARTED OBEDIENCE.

A Heart That Is Completely God’s! 2 Chronicles 16:7-9 Introduction: A “perfect” heart means a heart that is entirely dedicated to God. A heart that desired, above all else, to serve and please God. God can give you a perfect heart. If you have believed in Jesus Christ, this is already ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Offer The Other Cheek!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 27, 2014

Silently putting up with injustice done to you requires ‘SUPER POWER’, which is not available in any Super Market but only and only and only, Super Jesus can give you this!

Offer the other cheek! Mathew 5:39”But I tell you not to resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also.” Don’t gulp the entire message flippantly and recklessly in one shot and forget about it, take time to read it in small portions ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:39

Denomination: Pentecostal

The King Of Glory

Contributed by Lloyd Phipps on Jul 18, 2015

The view of God should show our need for true cleansing and a genuine desire to tell people about the Lord. The Holiness of God requires: True worship, self-examination, extreme cleansing, and willing servants.

Homiletical Bridge Isaiah 6:1-8 Prior Context: Israel has been warned that mere sacrifices without true repentance was what the Lord wanted. Immediate Context: The great king Uzziah has died. Isaiah and Israel had seen king Uzziah be a great leader but he was still a man. The Lord shows Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Dynamics That Effect Christian Service-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 15, 2012

2 of 3. Paul warned Timothy of the dynamics required to fulfill his charge. Believers must be aware of the dynamics surrounding the fulfillment of their Christian service. What are some of these dynamics? Christian service must embrace...

DYNAMICS That EFFECT CHRISTIAN SERVICE-II—1Timothy 1:18-20 Attention: Linda & Jill were chatting over coffee. "I've been experiencing a strange & painful side effect from coffee. I'm fine when I drink it black, but if I use cream, or sugar, or both, I get a stabbing pain in one eye, said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Dynamics That Effect Christian Service-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 20, 2012

3 of 3. Paul warned Timothy of the dynamics required to fulfill his charge. Believers must be aware of the dynamics surrounding the fulfillment of their Christian service. What are some of these dynamics? Christian service must embrace...

DYNAMICS That EFFECT CHRISTIAN SERVICE-III—1Timothy 1:18-20 Attention: Jan. 13, 2012—Francesco Schettino, the captain of the Italian cruise ship Concordia, fled his sinking cruise liner before all the passengers were off. His negligence led to the deaths of 32 of the 4200 passengers ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

When Duty Calls

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Dec 6, 2012

"When Duty Calls" is an exposition of Jesus' instructions to his disciples in Luke 17:1-10. This passage teaches that obedience to Jesus requires holy fear, unlimited forgiveness, genuine faith, and total submission.

WHEN DUTY CALLS Luke 17:1-10 On July 4, 1976, Israeli commandos made a daring on the Entebbe International Airport, rescuing 103 Jewish hostages. In 15 minutes, the soldiers killed the seven kidnappers and set the captives free. But three hostages were also killed during Operation Entebbe. As the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping A Clear Head During Mixed-Up Times Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 24, 2012

Leading and following during uncertain eras of church life require us to keep a clear head. So does handling life. Paul rehearses some principles that can help us do that.

Keeping A Clear Head During Mixed-Up Times 2 Corinthians 10 1. I had a stressful weak; my sister is approaching death, and she and my brother-in-law had to talk about some painful decisions. 2. It is hard to keep a clear head when you are unsure, upset, and heart-broken. 3. But it is our choices ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dynamics That Effect Christian Service-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 7, 2012

1 of 2. Paul warned Timothy of the dynamics required to fulfill his charge. Believers must be aware of the dynamics surrounding the fulfillment of their Christian service. What are some of these dynamics? Christian service must embrace...

DYNAMICS That EFFECT CHRISTIAN SERVICE—I Attention: Our Okefenokee Canoe trip in early 1980’s/We were members of the Sierra Club/Had a great bunch of friends/We learned to explore the area by canoe(our favorite way)/Just me & wife took a 3-day canoe trip to thru Okefenokee Swamp/Got all equipment ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Abiding In Love And Faith

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 18, 2019

As believers, we are called to love our neighbor as ourselves. We are also expected to stand boldly upon the Word regarding the faith. This requires a delicate balance that is only possible through a close relationship with Christ.

Abiding in Love and Faith 2 John 5-8 As we begin our study today, it is important to remember the context of John’s second epistle. The Gospel was being shared throughout the world and people were responding to the Lord as they heard and received the Gospel. Much of the appeal for the Gospel could ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist