Sermons on Gift Of Faith:

"Why Freedom Is Possible" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 17, 2005

Freedom from the slavery of sin is possible. Why then do many Christians never seem to attain the freedom that Christ intended for them to have?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 3, 2005 “Why Freedom is Possible” Romans 7:15-25 INTRODUCTION: When we talk about freedom in our Christian life, we are referring to freedom from the slavery of sin--not freedom to live any old way we please. Today’s scripture was written mainly to Christians ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Methodist

"Are You A High Maintenance Christian?"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 27, 2004

What does it mean to be a high maintenance Christian?

Iliff & Saltillo UM Churches September 12, 2004 “Are You A High Maintenance Christian?” Galatians 6:1-10 INTRODUCTION: In a small town there was an old doctor who, when he wasn’t saving lives, was planting trees. Doc Gibbs didn’t look like any other doctor. Most of the time he wore overalls ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Overcoming Pride

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Aug 27, 2004

The only way to overcome pride is to seek to be exalted by God rather than man. In this sermon we will see: I. The Problem of Pride II. The Place of the Humble III. The Praise Of God

Overcoming Pride Luke 14: 7-11 By Chris Nerreau Prayer / Read The Text: Father God we come to you not good but yours, not whole but broken and not faithful but seeking you. Father in you there is no deceit, no false hope and grace that extends to us even in our times of unbelief. It is my prayer ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Orthodox

Not Wanting Christ's Return

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 2, 2007

Jesus Christ is coming again, that is certain. The midnight call may be heard at any moment. And when that call takes place we will be going home. But sadly very few Christians are thrilled about the imminence of his return. Many don’t want His return.

MATTHEW 25:1-13 Introduction: Jesus Christ is coming again, that is certain. The midnight call may be heard at any moment. And when that call takes place we will be going home. But sadly very few Christians are thrilled about the imminence of his return. Why aren’t more believers excited about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting For Spiritual Breakthrough

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 4, 2007

True fasting turns our attention off ourselves and onto God.

Fasting For Spiritual Breakthrough Text: Matt. 6:16-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: Richard Foster writes in his book A Celebration of Discipline, “In a culture where the landscape is dotted with shrines to the Golden Arches and an assortment of Pizza Temples, fasting seems out of place, out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Methodist

Good Luck With That Thing

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Jan 13, 2007

This is about how Christians should be involved in compassionate ministries.

You’ve probably heard of several Christian Charities. There’s Catholic Charities, Feed the Children, Christian Children’s Fund, Compassion International, Heart-to-Heart, International Orthodox Christian Charities, and others. Most denominations have some arm that is a charity, usually called ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Glimpse Of The Glorified Christ Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 25, 2007

His eyes: Penetrating. His feet: Pursuing. His voice: Powerful. His glory: Praiseworthy. The LAMB is now the LION! Link included to entire series in formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint formats.

A GLIMPSE OF THE GLORIFIED CHRIST, PT. 2 REV. 1:4-20 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GlimpseGlorifiedChristPartTwo.html Last week we began our glimpse and we saw Christ the Human, the High Priest (making Intercession/Intervention/Inspection), and Christ the Holy One. (pouring in the oil/trimming ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-20

Denomination: Baptist

Winning The Heretics Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 29, 2007

Exposition of Jude 22-23

Text: Jude 22-23, Title: Winning the Heretics, Date/Place: 10/14/06, LSCC, AM A. Opening illustration: May 26, 2002, Memorial Day weekend, a barge pilot passed out and hit a bridge span of I-40 over the Arkansas River. This accident dropped a 600 foot span of the bridge 62 feet into the swift ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

4 Pictures

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 30, 2007

A sermon of Psalm 107 on 4 pictures of the unsaved

Sermon for 1/28/2007 Psalm 107:1-32 Introduction: Song by Paul Overstreet- God is good all the time He put a song of praise In this heart of mine God is good all the time Through the darkest night His light will shine God is good God is good all the time WBTU: A. Turn to Psalm 107 and we will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Manifesto Of Jesus

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jan 30, 2007

Opening up the manifesto of Jesus

Could you imagine president bush or the queen visiting your neighbourhood you would go to great lengths to pull out all the stops, with the fanfare and pagentry, no doubt. Well I want to say there was a greater visitation this planet has ever witnesssed 20 centuries ago when Jesus of Nazerath ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Credentials Of Jesus Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 30, 2007

# 17 in series. Christ presents his credentials - five witnesses to support that He is the Son of God!

A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 17 “The Credentials of Jesus” John 5:31-47 One of my favorite old movies is a western in which a cowboy is set upon by some Mexican banditos trying to ...read more

Scripture: John 5:31-47

Denomination: Baptist

The 10 Aspects Of Worship

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 5, 2007

Today is the day in which many people all across the world is coming to a church to "worship" the Lord. But many people have the wrong idea of what worship really is.

The 10 Aspects of Worship Psalm 95:1-7 By Jessica McCall - Daddy’s Girl Introduction: Today is the day in which many people all across the world is coming to a church to "worship" the Lord. But many people have the wrong idea of what worship really is. The dictionary defines worship as adoration, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living For Today

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Dec 31, 2007

It doesn’t matter how long we live. What matters is how well we love Christ in the years we have.

Living for Today Isaiah 61:10-62:3 December 30, 2007 I remember a story from a few years ago. An eighty two year old woman appeared on Good Morning America. She had just gotten a face lift, breast implants, botox injections to smooth out the wrinkles, lip resculpting, and a chemical peal. I ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Help, I've Fallen And I Can't Get Up!" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 21, 2014

All of us need to understand that temptation is universal. If you ever meet someone who is never tempted by anything there is only one conclusion you can draw about that person. They’re dead.

LIFE’S HEALING CHOICES “Help, I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!” James 1:13-17 For the past seven weeks we have been looking at the hurts, habits and hang-ups that all of us deal with. In this process of RECOVERY we have walked through 6 choices we must make to see ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Bought With A Price

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2015

One of the most beautiful love stories ever told

Bought With a Price Hosea This morning I am going to preach on one of the most unique passages of scripture. So you know it must be in the Old Testament. Open your bibles to the Old Testament book of Hosea. We’re going to look at a little bit of chapters 1, 2, and 3. Read 1:1- 9 The ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist