Sermons on Fruit Of Joy:

The Two Advents

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 27, 2018

The uncompromising preaching of John. Bearing fruit that proves our repentance. Practical moral guidance. Redirecting Messianic expectations.

THE TWO ADVENTS. Luke 3:7-18. In the fullness of the times (cf. Galatians 4:4), John came ‘preaching a baptism of repentance for the remission of sins’ (Luke 3:1-3). Being 30 years old, you might expect him to be starting his priesthood in the Temple in Jerusalem (cf. Numbers 4:3), but God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Clean House Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 7, 2014

If we want to bear fruit for the glory of God this year, i.e., lead people to Christ on a regular basis and see their lives transformed for all eternity, then we must let Christ clean out the fruitless religion and we must get on our knees and pray.

A clergyman dies and is waiting in line at the Pearly Gates. Ahead of him is a guy dressed in sunglasses, a loud shirt, leather jacket, and jeans. Saint Peter says to this guy, “Who are you, so that I may know whether to admit you into the Kingdom of Heaven?” The guy replies, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Rahab's Scarlet Robe Of Redemption Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Sep 6, 2015

This study is about the life of Rahab, the harlot who is an example of the grace of God at work. In spite of her past, she was rewarded beyond measure because she had faith to believe. In the same manner, God can save us regardless of our sins.

RAHAB'S SCARLET CORD OF REDEMPTION SCRIPTURE READING: Joshua 2:15-21 15 So she let them down by a rope through the window, for the house she lived in was part of the city wall. 16 She said to them, “Go to the hills so the pursuers will not find you. Hide yourselves there three days until ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:15-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Have You Seen Jesus

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 8, 2013

We need to have a definite encounter with Jesus to be able to live a life pleasing unto God, and to be a blessing to other people around us.

Topic: Have You Seen Jesus? Bible Text: Luke 2: 22 - 38 Lesson Aim: Members will • Understand what it means to have seen Jesus. • Identify the requirements or prerequiste of seing Jesus. • Learn of Biblical examples of Men and Women who saw Jesus. Introduction: This topic today is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Becoming A Backslider?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 27, 2016

THERE ARE SIGNS WHEN A PERSON BEGINS TO BACKSLIDE.

ARE YOU BECOMING A BACKSLIDER? In this outline we list a few of the many things that can hinder our spiritual growth and put us on the road to sliding back away from the Lord, His Will and Purpose for our lives. The Lord wants up to live in victory, being an over comer and to bring Glory to Him. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:20-22

First Responders Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 15, 2012

When we present our first fruits to God we confess our dependence on him and trust in him.

1. Tornado Story A husband and wife from California were driving through Texas. They saw a tornado coming and they were scared. They pulled the car off to the side of the road and got out a crouched down beside it. The twister was moving directly toward them but at the last second veered off across ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting What You Ask For From God

Contributed by R. Joseph Owles on May 6, 2012

Based on the Lectionary readings for the 5th Sunday in Easter (Acts 9:26-31; 1 John 3:18-24; John 15:1-8). Jesus says that we can ask anything from God and receive it. 1 John explains it, and Acts shows the consequence.

Jesus said to his disciples: "I am the true vine, and my Father is the vine grower. He takes away every branch in me that does not bear fruit, and every one that does he prunes so that it bears more fruit. You are already pruned because of the word that I spoke to you. Remain in me, as I remain in ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

Principles Of Firstfruit 1 Series

Contributed by Reginald Perry on Mar 7, 2010

The descretion of the firstfruit offering

Principle of First Fruit Offering Prov. 3:9 II Cor. 9:7 (AMP) amp: In order to walk in any spiritual truth you need four things Revelation- understanding at the level of my comprehension Role Model- see the principle lived out in someone else Regimented Faith-systematic way of applying the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9

Denomination: *other

It's Time To Wake Up

Contributed by Don Baggett on Mar 18, 2010

God expects His people to produce good fruit, and He gives this example as a warning for His people to wake up.

The superscription at the top of the page in my Bible says, "A parable of a vineyard." Parables use an obvious situation to bring out a far deeper truth. It has been said that "Parables are earthly stories with heavenly meanings." Let me give you something about the setting of Isaiah 5. When ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Hay Que Amarlos A Todos.

Contributed by Luis Marquez on Jun 25, 2012

Debemos amar al indisciplinado, al de corazon debil, al que le da mas importancia a las cosas pequenas pues es un mandato de Dios. Debemos hacerlo con paciencia y discernimiento.

HAY QUE AMARLOS A TODOS. 1 Tes 5:14c; Efesios 4:22-32. Introduccion: 1 Tesalonicenses 5:14: 14 Les exhortamos, hermanos, a que amonesten a los indisciplinados, animen a los desalentados, sostengan a los debiles y sean pacientes con todos. Efesios 4:22 y 32: Con toda humildad y mansedumbre, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14

Denomination: Baptist

How Can You Escape The Condemnation Of Hell? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Oct 22, 2018

Jesus asked the question to the Scribes and Pharisees who were going through life filling squares and never having the heart right with Him.

Today we are starting a new sermon series entitled: The Questions Jesus Asked. Jesus had a way of asking questions to which He fully knew the answers. The question Jesus asked where for our benefit, not his. Jesus being divine, He is all knowing, so in a sense, His questions are rhetorical. God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:31-36

Denomination: Baptist

Old Age!

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 25, 2018

What should we look for in our Christian walk with the Lord when we age?

OLD AGE! What should we look for in our Christian walk with the Lord when we age? I. He will never leave or forsake us. Isaiah 46:4 And even to your old age I am he; and even to hoar hairs will I carry you: I have made, and I will bear; even I will carry, and will deliver you. A. God will ...read more

Always Fashion Your Seat Belt Series

Contributed by Lee Stevenson on Nov 30, 2015

Before Turbulence happens makes sure you are connected to Jesus (the vine)

Turbulent Always Fasten Your Seat Belt John 15:1-11 Me I’m just old enough to remember the days before seat belt laws. When We traveled to Georgia to see relatives in our 1978 Ford LTD station wagon, the six of us would pile in. My assigned spot was in the very back. Luggage was packed on ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

God Is Kind

Contributed by Troy Denson on Dec 2, 2015

David went further than only fulfilling his promise, between himself and the Late-Jonathan, in delivering Mephiboseth from Lodebar; he showed God's kindness by allowing Mephiboseth to sit and eat at the king's table for the rest of his life.

God is Kind II Samuel 9:1-12 David asked, “Is there anyone still left of the house of Saul to whom I can show kindness for Jonathan’s sake?” Now there was a servant of Saul’s household named Ziba. They summoned him to appear before David, and the king said to him, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Love Is The Living Seed Revealed In God’s Word

Contributed by Jawahar Singh on Jan 2, 2015

God’s Love is the living seed revealed in God’s Word [The Incorruptible Fruit bearing seed for God’s Garden]

Dear Beloved in Christ! My wife and I are Bible teachers who teach the goodness of God shown in His unconditional Love and Grace. During ministry when we share what we teach often we get a similar type of response from many people – “Yes we know that God loves everyone”. This ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ