Sermons on Give Lovingly:

In View Of God’s Mercy Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 30, 2014

In view of the fact that God is rich in mercy what should we do? 1- Become a living sacrifice 2- Don’t give in to the world 3- Change our thinking

INTRO.- ILL.- After Lee’s surrender, Lincoln spoke to a large crowd from the balcony of the White House. He told them about the policy he had in mind for the South. At the end of his speech, Senator Harlan asked, “What shall we do with the rebels?” The vindictive crowd ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Strong In The Lord

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 12, 2014

What does it mean to be strong in the Lord? What would that look like in our lives? How can we stand firm in the Lord? God's Word gives us those answers.

Being strong in the Lord Introduction- Ephesians 6:10-6:20 I read these verses concerning putting on the whole armor of God because in deed we do need to equip ourselves to fight a battle that by ourselves we are not able to win. We talk a lot as Christians about trusting God We talk about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Help Is On The Way

Contributed by Godwin Ojerinde on Jun 11, 2014

Many people are going through storms of life, some are lost in directions, lost in decisions, lost in ideas. But don't give up, don't lose hope, Help is on the way

Then he said to him, “Please go and see if it is well with your brothers and well with the flocks, and bring back word to me.” So he sent him out of the Valley of Hebron, and he went to Shechem. Now a certain man found him, and there he was, wandering in the field. And the man asked ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:14-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Calling To Service – You’ve Been Drafted! Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 22, 2014

Many believers ask the question, "Where does God want me to serve?" -- Paul gives us some clear teaching on 'where' God has called each believer to serve!

Sermon Brief Date Written: June 19, 2014 Date Preached: June 22, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: God’s Calling to Service – You’ve Been Drafted! Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 7:17-31 [ESV] TEXT: Essence of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Said, "Love One Another." But... How Are We To Do That?

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 25, 2014

Jesus told us to love one another. We can do this in many different ways, through quality time, words of affirmation, giving of gifts, acts of service, and physical touch.

JESUS SAID: “LOVE ONE ANOTHER” – BUT… HOW DO WE DO THAT? OPENING TEXT: Jesus said: “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: *other

Where In Lies The Value Of A New Year?

Contributed by Richard Overman on Jan 4, 2014

2014 This morning as we examine the Word of God I hope to share with you that, it is not what man produces for himself but rather what God gives that will determine the value of this year 2014.

Where In lies the Value of a New Year? This morning as we examine the Word of God I hope to share with you that, it is not what man produces for himself but rather what God gives that will determine the value of this year 2014. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Genuine Truths Revealed Inside The Temple Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Jan 23, 2014

It was Tuesday before Jesus' crucifixion. Notice how He spent His last days. He condemned the self-righteous scribes and commended the selfless giving of one poor, destitute widow,

Countdown to Calvary Mark 12:38-44 Genuine Truths Revealed Inside the Temple Intro - 38 Then He said to them in His teaching… Outside the Temple in courtyard of women 13 shophar shaped receptacles (according to Mishnah - new shekel dues, old shekel dues, bird offerings, young birds for the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:23-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Overcomers In Christ

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 26, 2014

We are overcomers in Christ. Many fell into temptations because they believed in the devil's lies that they are the only one going through difficulties, the temptations are too overpowering, and there is no way out except to give in.

In Luke 10 Jesus sent 72 of His disciples out to the towns to share the Gospel and minister to the needs of the people. • Luke 10:17 “The seventy-two returned with joy and said, "Lord, even the demons submit to us in your name.” • Jesus replied in verse 18: “I saw ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Can Heal Our Broken Hearts

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 18, 2014

How does He do it? 1. By setting us free from our past. 2. By giving us a new perspective on life. 3. By His presence in our lives.

Jesus Can Heal Our Broken Hearts Luke 4:14-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 17, 2014 *One of the biggest news stories this past week was the tragic death of actor Robin Williams. Millions of Americans were stunned and saddened by his unexpected death. *Part of that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Let Satan Stop You Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Once you become a Christian, the devil doesn’t give up on you. He just changes his strategy. What to do when Satan tries to hinder you.

INTRODUCTION This is the seventh message from my verse-by-verse series from 1 Thessalonians. Our theme is “Finding HOPE in a HOPELESS World.” This message is entitled, “Don’t Let Satan Stop You.” The devil is the root source of all the world’s problems. An old ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our God Is An Awesome God Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

You can’t separate your body and your soul and your spirit. God knows if you give your body to Him, the soul and the spirit is going to be given to Him.

INTRODUCTION Please open your Bibles to Romans 11. Today I’m going to talk about “Our God is an Awesome God.” When I was in high school, I had a friend named Dottie Pippin and even in the tenth grade, she was a knockout. She was my friend, but of course, I never thought about ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Will Fight For Us

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 5, 2014

To show through these real stories that GOD (1) owns the battle, give it to GOD; (2) fights His own battles, we only have to stand still and see the salvation of GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you still fight your battles? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show through these real stories that GOD (1) owns the battle, give it to GOD; (2) fights His own battles, we only have to stand still and see the salvation of GOD. IV. TEXT: Exodus 14:11-14 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:11-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Community Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 2, 2014

In the book of Acts, Luke in painting us this picture of the church gives us the essentials which should be a part of any church. Among these essentials is koinonia - a term translated into English as fellowship or community.

Church Essentials: Part Two Community Acts 2:41-47 The Book of Acts provides us with the history of the early church. Acts presents us with a picture of the traits and actions that typified the daily lives of believers. Luke in painting us this picture of the church gives us the essentials which ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Sword Of The Spirit

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 5, 2011

one more piece of spiritual armor that gives you all the authority – all the power – all the protection you will ever need in the battles you are going to encounter in this life.

“The Sword of the Spirit” Eph. 6:17 March 7, 2010 OPEN: Ill – being invited to speak at a church. I had never been to the area before and arrived just a little early so that we might get a feel for the layout of the land and what the area was like. We decided to take a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Keep The Prophecies Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 24, 2011

Paul tells us why to keep the prophecy, meaning the scriptures. 1- Scripture will put fight in the fight 2- Scripture will give a good conscience 3- Scripture will strengthen your faith

INTRO.- ILL.- Wilma didn't get much of a head start in life. A bout with polio left her left leg crooked and her foot twisted inward so she had to wear leg braces. After seven years of painful therapy, she could walk without her braces. At age 12 Wilma tried out for a girls basketball team, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ