Sermons on Good And Perfect Gift:

Dare To Beleive Series

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Mar 28, 2009

Dare to be dared again! Dare to beleive the impossible one more time!

“DARE TO BELIEVE” Ephesians 1:15-19 “...& what is the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who BELIEVE, according to the working of His mighty power.” INTRODUCTION: To “BELIEVE” & to have “FAITH” are so intricately connected one cannot hardly work without the other. Notice I said “HARDLY ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Rise Of A World Power Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 3, 2009

This message is a part of a series that surveys the entire Bible. It is based upon the study guide from an older Chuck Swindoll series. This message surveys Joshua-2 Samuel.

Today, we set out on the second segment of our journey on God’s Route 66. This segment will be quite historical. These five historical books that we are going to survey today trace Israel’s transformation from a band of twelve wandering nomadic tribes to a powerful united nation. Also during this ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Looked Around At Everything

Contributed by Stephen Robinson on Apr 4, 2009

The events of Holy Week and Easter were no accident.

Intro – The triumphal entry Jesus comes into town, riding on the back of donkey. There are two distinct groups who make his presence felt. There are the Northerners who have travelled with Jesus. The Galileans, including his disciples, with their provincial accents. This group have had exposure ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Courage To Confront – Jesus Clears The Temple Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Apr 4, 2009

The Gentile Court was the temple access point for Gentiles to learn about Judaism, and since believers are now the spiritual temple, how might Jesus seek to confront us and clear our lives of the clutter that prevents our effective witness?

5.4.09 COURAGE TO CONFRONT – JESUS CLEANSES THE TEMPLE Mark 11:1-11:19 INTRO When did you last witness blatant wrongdoing and step in to do something about it? • It may have been to do with malpractice in the workplace and you became the whistle-blower. • It could be that you witnessed a dispute ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Looking For The Day Of The Living Dead Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Apr 10, 2009

EMBRACING THE SACRED WORLD OF THE INVISIBLE GOD ANTICIPATES THE RETURN OF CHRIST.

Something is Out There: Rumors of the Invisible World of the Sacred God 3/29 Looking for the Day of The Living Dead INTRODUCTION Published in 1995 -- 2007, ’Left Behind’ is a series of 16 best-selling novels by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins, dealing with Christian dispensationalist End Times: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Following Or Falling In The Footsteps Of Jesus

Contributed by Paul Newell on Nov 1, 2001

In spite of our call to follow Jesus, in spite of the mountain top experiences we often fail and find ourselves doubting our usefulness to God. Jesus’ first and last command is simply to "Follow Me".

Following Or Falling In The Footsteps Of Jesus (This message was preached the first Sunday following a two week tour of Israel in October of 2001. Along with the message a PowerPoint presentation interspersed with pictures of locations referred to in the message was used. For information on the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Champions Of God

Contributed by Alton Coleman on Nov 7, 2001

Are you the kind of champion that God is looking for?

Champions of God Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 18:6-18 [New American Bible] 1 Samuel 18:6-19 At the approach of Saul and David (on David’s return after slaying the Philistine), women came out from each of the cities of Israel to meet King Saul, singing and dancing, with tambourines, joyful ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:6-18

Denomination: Church Of God

"How To Fight Temptation" Part 2

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Nov 10, 2001

I talk about some practical ways to successfully fight against temptation.

Last week we began a two part series on how to fight temptation. I shared last week that Jesus died to set us free from the power of sin in our lives. So, when temptations come we are able to say no to it because we are not enslaved to it. Before someone gives their life to Christ they are enslaved ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:1-27, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Is God Hidden? Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Nov 17, 2001

An exploration of the reasons why God seems hidden when we go through adversity and how we can build our trust in him despite it all.

Introduction: There are three ancient questions that are as current as this morning’s news. I call them the “Three Questions No One Asks Out Loud.” 1. Is God unfair? 2. Is God silent? 3. Is God hidden? Plunging into these questions is not simply an intellectual exercise. They are vital issues in ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:20-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Design Of God

Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 19, 2001

GOD’S PLANS ARE STILL THE BEST PLANS. Genesis 2 inspires many thoughts but here I limit myself to one thought about the design of God. In the beginning God had a plan. Things were made according to His design. Out of this one thought we can examine thr

THE DESIGN OF GOD Genesis 2 INTRODUCTION: 1. Life can be like a puzzle. In searching for purpose we find pieces we recognize and connect them with one another. Boundaries are the easiest to discover and then pieces that fill in the details. When completed, there is a planned picture. The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Baby Jesus Coming To Our Home Series

Contributed by Damien Spikereit on Dec 2, 2001

An indirect sermon focusing on God’s strange journey to our home.

- Every family has certain Christmas traditions. I would imagine your family is no different. Some families like to open their presents on Christmas Eve, others wait until Christmas morning. Some families who come from Catholic backgrounds will huddle up in the car and head to Midnight Mass, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Battles You Cannot Afford To Lose

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 5, 2001

Reasons for Following Through.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. THREE BATTLES WE CANNOT AFFORD TO LOSE By Dr. James O. Davis President, GPN Introduction: If you have tried to master any athletic skill, then you ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 11:16-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Forgive, We Forget And We Fight On

Contributed by Mark Sutherlin on Dec 10, 2001

The practice of Forgiveness

We Forgive, We Forget and We Fight On Luke 23:34 INTRODUCTION A. THINK OF NUMEROUS THINGS THAT WOULD PUSH MY CAPACITY TO FORGIVE 1. Certain things happening to my children, wife, family 2. Repetitive occurrences 3. Lack for remorse, smugness coming from the offender B. A FARMER AND HIS SON ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

2001 Person Of The Year

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 12, 2001

What is greatness? Jesus redefines it here. Could you fit into the category of "greatness"?

Matthew 11:2-11 2001 Person of the Year The year 2001 is almost over – a little over two weeks to go. Who was the most influential person in the world, this past year? Every year, Time Magazine picks out someone to be their Person of the Year. Here’s the criteria – in the last 12 months, who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Lutheran

So You Call Yourself A Christian

Contributed by Ian Biss on Dec 12, 2001

Do men know you as Christ has commanded you to be known?

So, You call Yourself a Christian? By Ian Biss 9/26/01 Intro... I read about a young man who was determined to win the affection of a lady who refused to even talk to him anymore. He decided that the way to her heart was through the mail, so he began writing her love letters. He wrote a love ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Grace Brethren