Sermons on Gods Desire For His People:

Gather For Rhythm Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The early church was devoted to teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer. They gathered regularly, which had a profound impact on their lives. We too can experience this impact by developing the habit of gathering with other believers.

Let's talk about habits - the good, the bad, and the weird. Habits are like the auto-pilot of our lives. Did you know it takes about 66 days to form a new habit? Habits are all about cravings and rewards. What if we craved hanging out with our friends, praying more, and really getting the Bible? ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Topics: Early Church, Community Power, Spiritual Gathering, Church History

When We Open The Door Of Our Heart And Let Jesus In.

Contributed by Kevin Shelton on Nov 3, 2008

What happens when we open the door of our heart to Jesus

Revelation 3:20. Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. Will you open the door of your heart and let him come in? When we open the door of our heart and let Jesus in. 1. “Our Sins are taken ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Triumphant

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on May 6, 2008

Christ triumphed over the devil at Calvary. Because of this every Christian can triumph over the powers of darkness.

TEXT “And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it”. INTRODUCTION The terms used in this verse are all military. Calvary was a battleground. 1. AT CALVARY CHRIST DISARMED THE POWERS OF DARKNESS “spoiled principalities and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:15

From Brokenness To Bounteousness Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 31, 2025

From Brokenness to Bounteousness

Galatians 6 v 1-10 From Brokenness to Bounteousness Brokenness The Person - 1 Brethren, The Problem - if a man be overtaken in a fault, The Practice - ye which are spiritual, The Pursuit - restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; The Peril - considering thyself, lest thou also be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Two Truths That Comfort When Dealing With Death

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 30, 2006

A funeral sermon for those who have lost a Christian family member or friend to death.

From the testimony of the Apostle Paul, we learn two truths which I believe should comfort us today. 1. "To Die Is Gain" Paul speaks of the fact that because Jesus Christ was his Savior, he knew that the life that awaited him was far better than anything he could know on earth. In the same way, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

U - Ndergo Nonjudgmental Therapy (Part 7) Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Dec 23, 2004

Experience a faith that is respectful of others.

Undergo Nonjudgmental Therapy Series, “Being Spiritual without being Religious” – Part 7 Pastor Jeff Christopherson October 31, 2004 Start with Authenticity… Preserve my Personality… Investigate the Ground Zero of Faith… Recognize my Net Worth… Invest Myself… Take Sanctuary… Undergo ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-31

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Death

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This is a funeral sermon that illustrates three lessons that can be learned from Death.

I. Introduction II. The First Lesson is the Frailty of the Human Body. (1-4) a. Paul writes that the body is simply a temporary dwelling place. III. The Second Lesson is the Faithfulness of God. (5-8) a. Paul tells of his eagerness to be with the Lord. b. God is Faithful to be there when we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

You Are A Bridge

Contributed by Paul Dietz on Aug 2, 2012

This message shares how we are called and challenged to become the "bridge" to lead others over the great chasm of sin to the Christ. Yet there are certain responsibilities and challenges along the way.

In out text this morning, from John’s Gospel account, we can see for ourselves three distinctive bridges to the Christ. PRAYER According to Dictionary.com the meaning of the word bridge is: “a structure spanning and providing passage over a river, chasm, road, or the like.” If ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: *other

Whose Side Are You On?

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 6, 2014

No matter the controversy, we must always remember that believers are on the same team.

Whose Side Are You On? November 2, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: No matter the controversy, we must always remember that believers are on the same team. Focus Passage: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 Supplemental Passage: Now it came about when Joshua ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Destroy The Husbandmen Of The Vineyard

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 28, 2014

To show that rejection of another is our blessing and acceptance.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you blessed because of other's rejection of CHRIST? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that rejection of another is our blessing and acceptance. IV. TEXT: Luke 20:16 (Amplified Bible) 20:16 He will come and [utterly] put an end to those tenants and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Modern Idolatry

Contributed by John Mccormack on Feb 26, 2016

IDOLATRY IS NOT SOMETHING NEW.

MODERN IDOLATRY? OBSERVATION: EZEKIEL SPOKE GOD’S MESSAGE TO JEWISH EXILES IN BABYLON, BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER THE DESTRUCTION OF JERUSALEM IN 586 B.C. HE ADDRESSED CHOICES MADE BY INDIVIDUALS AND NATIONS. WHETHER PERSONAL OR ON A NATIONAL LEVEL THE CHOICE MUST INCLUDE GOD’S ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 14:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

Order Of Melchizedek

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 30, 2013

To show that the order of priesthood and high priesthood of the LORD JESUS is of by Himself

I. EXORDIUM: Are you ranked with CHRIST? Are you in company with JESUS? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the order of priesthood and high priesthood of the LORD JESUS is of by Himself IV. TEXT: Hebrews 5:10 (Amplified Bible) 5:10 Being designated and recognized ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Whose Shall Those Things Be, Which Thou Hast Provided" Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 4, 2010

3 traits that classify a fool

I HE DELIBERATED UPON GOLD RATHER THAN GOD. A. Notice the THOUGHTS HE CONTEMPLATED. B. Notice the THINGS HE CLAIMED 1. He let things dominate him. 2. He let things define him. II. HE DELIBERATED UPON RESOURCES INSTEAD OF RELATIONSHIPS A. Notice the goals that pushed him 1. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham, A Man Challenged #8 Series

Contributed by Raymond Smith on Jan 19, 2008

Growing Faith

Abraham, a Man of challenge, Faith, Promise Growing Faith Reading: Genesis 15:12ff Abram has spent all day, in the heat and the sun, defending what God had told him to do. It would seem that the vultures had been persistent in their attempts to feast upon what God had told Abram to do, and thus ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:12-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sola Scriptura

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 15, 2003

Preached on Reformation Sunday this meesage explores the concept of Scripture Alone.

October 28, 2001 Reformation Sunday On October 31, 1517 a thirty-three year-old monk climbed the steps of church in Wittenberg Germany and nailed a list of 95 theses to the church’s door. Out of that act emerged an historical movement that would be known as the Protestant reformation. That ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-16, 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Baptist