Sermons on Fruits Of The Holy Spirit:

Babel Vs Abram, How To Have A Great Name

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 4, 2003

A look at humility and pride by contrasting the Abram and the builders of the tower of Babel.

Introduction Four preachers had a series of theological arguments, and three were always in accord against the fourth. One day, the odd man out decided to appeal to a higher authority. "God!" he cried. "I know in my heart that I am right and they are wrong! Please show me a sign, so they too will ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9, Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

Joseph Of Arimathea: The Secret Disciple Of Jesus And His Legacy Today

Contributed by B. D. B Moses on Mar 7, 2003

What motivates a secret disciple of Jesus to remain underground? Where do you find those who are secret disciples of Jesus? The answer to these questions about secret disciples may surprise you.

Intro Have you ever wondered how a secret disciple of Jesus thinks and acts? What motivates a secret disciple of Jesus to remain underground? Where do you find those who are secret disciples of Jesus? The answer to these questions about secret disciples may surprise you. If there is any passage ...read more

Scripture: John 19:38-42, Isaiah 53:9, John 19:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Made To Serve God Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Mar 14, 2003

Part 5 of this series that is looking into the purpose’s of life and how to live them out. This message shows how we were made to serve God.

Living a Purpose Driven Life part 5 (Made to Serve God) Brian A. Moon (Based on the book Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren) Welcome to week number 5 of the 40 Days of Purpose! We have been taking an in depth look at why on earth am I here, or what is the purpose of life. We discovered that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Job 10:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Paul's Quick Start Guide To Christian Living Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 18, 2003

In one short chapter of the Bible, the Apostle Paul gives us a "quick start" guide to Christian living. Packed into this chapter are 6 "life principals" for living a successful life as a Christian in a fallen world.

For an audio copy of this message, go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Have you ever noticed that guys don’t like to be told what to do? I mean, directions – guys will wander around aimlessly and totally lost for days before stopping to ask for directions. And putting things together – when I get a new ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How Low Can You Go? Series

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Mar 25, 2003

Learn about the first step to promotion in this enlightening sermon about humility.

How Low Can You Go? Humility: The First Step to Promotion “Attitude” Series I. Introduction (The following is a parable that I made up as an introduction. It is fictional. For a story of similar proportion, see the movie RADIO.) He was never an all-star athlete, although he wanted to be. He ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Future Doesn't Look So Good Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Nov 28, 2003

We can be confident about the future.

STANDING TALL: THE FUTURE DOESN’T LOOK SO GOOD Matthew 6:25-34 S: Courage Th: Fear of the Future Pr: WE CAN BE CONFIDENT ABOUT THE FUTURE. ?: How? How can we do it? KW: Reminders TS: We will find in our study of Matthew 6:25-34 three reminders about worry that will enable us to be confident ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Surprising Grief And Resurrection

Contributed by Timothy Schultz on Dec 5, 2003

A message of resurrection hope for those who have lost loved ones, especially around Christmas time. Includes a background paper.

In just several days Christmas will be here, and as we enter the Advent season, preachers will stretch their imaginations to search for inventive sermons on this most important and unavoidable annual event. There will be sermons on the Wise Men bearing gifts, and homilies about Mary being a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Mennonite

New Year Necessities

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 5, 2004

Some new year necessities.

INTRO.- ILL.- "The Fabulous Life of: Arnold Schwarzenegger.” Here it is: * He smokes $4,000 cigars but that’s not all. * Arnold is worth up to an estimated $800 million. His holdings in private companies like Microsoft and Starbuck’s are valued at over $20 million. * Even his shoes are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ambassador

Contributed by Eric Bland on Jun 20, 2003

The necessity of being an ambasssador, being reconciled to and accepting Christ.

Ambassador Eric A. Bland Paul, a man that I admire very much, was a man that was willing to give up everything in order to serve our Lord and our God. He was willing to give up the uppity up lifestyle to subject himself unto God. And because he was willing to give up the world, God was able to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Colors Of Easter

Contributed by Paul Newell on Jun 23, 2003

A presentation of the Gospel using the colors of Easter.

This sermon may be accessed at http://churchforfamily.com/Sermons/ColorsOfEaster.htm Introduction When I was a kid one of my favorite things was getting a new coloring book. There was something thrilling about a book full of pictures waiting for the ¡§Master Artist¡¨ to do his work. You know, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

Entertaining Angels (Hospitality)

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 6, 2003

Hospitality isn’t just an admirable social skill; It’s essential for anyone who follows Christ. When we show kindness to outsiders, we reflect the character of God.

This morning, I’d like to talk about hospitality. Now, I realize that, being the Fourth of July weekend, you might have been expecting a sermon on a patriotic theme, something like "freedom", or "sacrifice", or "the faith of our founding fathers". So, to connect my topic with the holiday, I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:2

Denomination: Baptist

Jairus Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jul 16, 2003

This is a message I did on Jairus, an eyewitness of Christ. Each message in this series was prefaced by a dramatic monologue, which is included.

Jairus MONOLOGUE (Stands behind a pulpit to face his congregation) How does a man deal with having his world rocked, not once, but twice in the same day? I mean, when you’re a “man of the cloth”, you’re supposed to have it all together, you know? You see people die, you’re supposed to have all ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Father Of Faith Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003

The Life of Abraham, Part 8 of 10

THE FATHER OF FAITH (GENESIS 22:1-18) At 3:00 a.m. one cold morning a missionary candidate walked into an office for a scheduled interview with the examiner of a mission board. He waited until 8 a.m. when the examiner arrived. The examiner said, “Let us begin. First, please spell baker.” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Are You Blind Or Something?

Contributed by David Petticrew on Apr 30, 2003

A look at the implications of Jesus healing of a blind man for him then and for us now.

One day at a busy airport, the passengers on a commercial airliner are seated, waiting for the cockpit crew to show up so they can get under way. The pilot and co-pilot finally appear in the rear of the plane, and begin walking up to the cockpit through the center aisle. Both appear to ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Holiness

"Why Is There Evil In The World? Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 30, 2003

Eight in the series on answering objections to the faith.

Answering Our Culture #8 ¡V ¡§If God is So Good, Why Is There So Much Evil?¡¨ Various Scriptures September 22, 2002 NOTE: I am greatly indebted to the books, "The Case for Faith," by Lee Strobel, and "True for You, But Not for Me," by Paul Copan. Introduction There is no question that evil ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:8

Denomination: Wesleyan