Sermons on Future Glory:

Going Through The Storm Part One & Two

Contributed by Jon Miller on Apr 9, 2005

This sermon is to help understand and help those who are having or have had trouble in their lives

Going through the storm John 6:15-21 No one goes through life without experiencing a storm. We have come upon the storm season with spring upon us now, but the storms that we will be talking about in this sermon are not the storms of nature, but rather the storms of life. These storms threaten ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-28

Amos: A Message Of Doom And Restoration

Contributed by William Yates on Apr 9, 2005

In Amos 9 we get a glimpse of God’s judgment of Israel, but also the promise of restoration.

Amos 1:1-2 (New Living Translation) 1 This message was given to Amos, a shepherd from the town of Tekoa in Judah. He received this message in visions two years before the earthquake, when Uzziah was king of Judah and Jeroboam II, the son of Jehoash, was king of Israel. 2This is his report of ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:1-15

A Big Gospel Heart Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 17, 2005

We are accepted by God because of what Christ Jesus did for us on the cross. We are called, in turn, to extend that acceptance and welcome to all those from all over the world who fill our community.

A Big Gospel Heart One Sunday a children’s program leader noticed a little girl standing outside the room, looking in with great eagerness at the fun the other children were having. The leader went outside and invited the little girl inside. "They’ll all laugh at me." "Why do you think that ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church Jesus Built... Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Apr 18, 2005

The Church Jesus Built... I. It has significant stones II. It has regal priests

Easter 5 I Peter 2:4-10 How long does it take to build a church from scratch? I guess that depends on what our definition of the word “church” is. Maybe you’ve never really thought about it, but we use the word “church” in a lot of different ways. “Church” can be a verb, something we do. For ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Things Of God Or The Things Of Men? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 20, 2005

What the most difficult problem that faces the church today? Its that we try to do God’s will by using human means. Learn how not the short-circuit God’s way of growing you.

For more Bible studies and an audio version of this study go to: http://www.livingwatersweb.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=54&Itemid=101&TapeNumber=2004-010 One of the biggest problems in the church today is trying to accomplish God’s will using human methods. We are fooled into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-38

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Why And How We Rejoice And Be Thankful Always?

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Apr 29, 2005

Why and how can and should we rejoice and give thanks in whatever circumstances. Why, because of the gospel. How, by, while holding to the gospel, keeping the new commandment

Why and how do we rejoice and give thanks? As I share the word of God with you, I pray that you and I may experience "being Spirit-filled." I am very confident that we would experience that as we pay all our attention to the word of God, which I am going to share. The bible says, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Habakkuk 3:17-18, 1 Corinthians 2:2, John 15:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Name Above All Names: Jesus Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jan 5, 2004

The very name of "Jesus" is God’s promise to deliver his people.

“...and they gave him the name Jesus!” And what a wonderful name it is! “Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, 10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Name Above All Names: "Immanuel" Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jan 5, 2004

Jesus/ Immanuel is God’s promise to never leave us nor forsake us; to be with us always!

There are many names given to Jesus in the Bible– each one gives us a fuller and clearer picture of who He is and What He means for us... And so, as we are unpacking the various names of Jesus we are asking ourselves “Who IS this man that we have put our hope in?” The very name Jesus means ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23, Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Metamorphosis Of James Series

Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Jan 6, 2004

A look at the changed life of James

The Metamorphosis of James the Brother of Jesus James 1:1 Introduction James’ passion bleeds out over the words that he uses. He has the passion of a sincere Jewish Christian and may well be called the Amos (after the prophet) of the new covenant. It is thick with pastoral encouragement, and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beautiful Believer's Baptism Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

A Biblical look at what baptism is and is not: It’s a SYMBOL, NOT A SACRAMENT--FOR BELIEVERS, NOT FOR BABIES--by PLUNGING UNDER, not POURING ON--for SUBMISSION, NOT FOR SALVATION. Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, & PowerPoint Presentation.

Beautiful Believer’s Baptism Acts 8:35-39 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Baptism.html I’m not saying baptism is for beautiful believers only! (how would you explain Gary?) But it’s a beautiful picture of what happened in the heart of one who trusted Christ as Savior. The most wonderful thing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:35-39

Denomination: Baptist

Billy Graham's Evangelism Plan

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 19, 2004

Billy Graham’s biblical plan for salvation has been used of God to lead millions to Christ. Here are the four steps to peace with God that need to be utilized by us all. In June of 2004, at the age of 85, Billy Graham will conduct another evangelistic cru

Steps to Peace with God (Billy Graham Evangelistic Association) Step 1 - RECOGNIZE God’s Plan for Your Life God’s Purpose: Peace and Life God loves you and wants you to experience peace and life -- abundant and eternal. The Bible says ... "We have peace with God through our Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1, Romans 13:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Fully Realize The Fact That God Works All Things Together For Good

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 28, 2004

Even though many Christians can quote Romans 8:28, few of them fully realize the GREATER GOOD spoken about in the text. Only when we are able to completely surrender our rights, problems and perspectives to the Lord can we can fully appropriate the greate

How to Fully Realize the Fact That God Works All Things Together for Good - Rom 8:28 Introduction - Why do you suppose that many people live stressed out by anger, fear and worry? What are some of the reasons that more people seemed to suffer from burn out and fatigue than ever ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Little Man; Big Heart Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Jan 29, 2004

Zaccheus’ attitude toward money completely changed when Jesus found him up a tree.

The owner of a fitness center was offering $1,000 to anyone who was stronger than he was. He would squeeze a lemon dry, and then hand the lemon to anyone who wished to challenge him. Anyone who could squeeze just one more drop out would win the money. Many strong people tried, but nobody ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

Church Covenant: What Is Required Of Church Members Part 2 Series

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jan 29, 2004

Second in Sermon series dealing with The Church Covenant & What is required of Church Members Church Members

Church Covenant: What Is Required Of Church Members ? Part 2 1 Thess. 3:11-4:1 1Th 3:11 Now God himself and our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ, direct our way unto you. 1Th 3:12 And the Lord make you to increase and abound in love one toward another, and toward all men, even as we do toward ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Created To Be Christ-Like

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 9, 2004

When God created Adam and Eve and the human race His ultimate purpose was to have his creation live godly lives. We were created to be Christ-like. “For from the very beginning God decided that those who came to Him should be like His Son.”

Created to be Christ-like Philippians 2:1-11 Verse 5 – “Your attitude should be the same as that of Jesus Christ.” NIV “Let this mind be in you that was also in Christ Jesus.” New King James Version “Let Christ Himself be your example as to what you attitude should be.” Phillips When ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Free Methodist