Sermons on Good Influence:

The Mark Of Discipleship -- Reading The Bible Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Mar 27, 2004

We know we should read the Bible, but we have LOTS of excuses -- but do these excuses really hold water?

The Mark of Discipleship: Reading the Bible Delivered on March 21, 2003 By The Rev. Dr. W. Maynard Pittendreigh Senior Pastor Mpittendreigh@goodshepherdpc.org This is one of 14 sermons in a series delivered by Dr. Pittendreigh and Rev. Dietrich on The Marks of Discipleship. The elders of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Commitment Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 23, 2004

What Scripture teaches about your heart

COMMITMENT OF THE HEART MARK 12.28-34 Have you ever had your heart broken? Do you know of someone who it is said ‘they died of a broken heart?’ Our hearts are very important to us. According to medical statistics ‘heart disease’ is the biggest killer in Northern Ireland. Physically we cannot ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Deception Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Apr 6, 2005

People are deceived oftentimes. How can we overcome deception?

Deception is the act or state of deceiving or of the state of being deceived. The dictionary says to deceive is to mislead by a false appearance or statement. Sounds like the kind of environment we live in. I was reading an account of California’s most colorful stagecoach robber, “Black ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Is The Answer...not Always (Acts 17:22-31)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 16, 2007

Sermons by Father Dave ...

“Now while Paul was waiting for them at Athens, his spirit was provoked within him as he saw that the city was full of idols.” (Acts 17:16) Ange and I have been to Athens, as I suspect many of you guys have also. We went for less pious reasons than St Paul. We went as the Australian contingent ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Bigger Picture

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 22, 2008

As we read through the Bible, from beginning to end, we see the bigger picture of GOD’s plan for humanity, to spend eternity with Him. This is our training ground. We are given the choice to obey or not. We are to be obedient to HIM in this life, and t

2.17.08 The BIGGER PICTURE by William Akehurst, HSWC 1 Peter 1:13-21 Scriptures Referenced: 1 Peter 1:13-21 Leviticus 11:44, 19:2, 20:7 Matthew 4:10 Luke 16:13 Amos 3:3 Matthew 5:34 Exodus 20 Deut 6:5 Basic Outline: GUARD YOUR MINDS. Our minds must be clear and ready for action 1 Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Next Step

Contributed by Clayton Cullen on Aug 28, 2001

This sermon encourages people to take the next step necessary in following after God in every area of their lives.

Matt 14:22-33 22 Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowd. 23 After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, 24 but the boat was already a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Freedom In Christ Series

Contributed by Michael Allen on Feb 2, 2006

4th in a series on the book of Galatians

‘You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature; rather, serve one another in love. The entire law is summed up in a single command: “Love your neighbour as yourself.” If you keep on biting and devouring each other, watch out or you will be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Denomination: Holiness

Purpose Of God's Word Series

Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 21, 2004

The purpose of all this is so that Christians will be completely ready to meet the demands of discipleship.

Introduction: When you buy a new tool, appliance or even certain toys for kids, what one item will you most likely find accompanying the new item. A Manual This manual is here to instruct you as to what pieces are inside, how to assemble and how to operate the item. Now most men, don’t ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

That Was Then This Is Now

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

To show the glory of the New Covenant God has made with us.

Title: That Was Then This Is Now Text: Hebrews 9-10 Theme: To show the glory of the New Covenant God has made with us. Introduction: What is a Covenant? It is an agreement between two. Marriage is a covenant. Tonight we want to focus on Hebrews 9-10 to see the glorious agreement God has ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Man Believed The Word

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jul 14, 2001

DESCRIBES THE NEED TO BELIEVE THE WORD

John 4:46-54 Faith is vital. It is the medium of exchange in the kingdom of heaven. Jesus said, "According to your faith be it unto you" (Matthew 9:29). I know that every man needs to possess a genuine faith in Christ for salvation. However, I want a faith that possesses me. I want to have a ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Baptist

The Power To Change

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Jul 20, 2001

The Word of God is powerful, and is a key element of change in our life if we will allow it to be.

If there is one thing we desperately need in the Church today, it is for our people to be continuously transformed by God. We need to get into His Word until His Word gets into us! We need to see change in a lot of areas in this world. All of us recognize that need. But even areas in people and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power Through Memorization

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 30, 2006

The Why & How to Memorization

Power Through Memorization Dante Gabriel Rossetti, the famous 19th-century poet and artist, was once approached by an elderlyman. The old fellow had some sketches and drawings that he wanted Rossetti to look at and tell him if they were any good, or if they at least showed potential talent. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Three Things Paul Knew

Contributed by Steven Cannon on May 8, 2006

Know who you are and who you believe in.

THREE THINGS PAUL KNEW? There were three things Paul knew that helped him be faithful in the most difficult of circumstances. He knew who he was, he knew who he believed and he knew and was convinced that God is able. Let us read 2 Tim 1:1-18. Things are pretty tough for Paul right now. He’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peace In The Midst Of The Storm Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on May 4, 2005

Part 21 of a series in Psalm 119

Peace in the Midst of the Storm Part 21 Sermon Series: A Word about the Word Date: October 12, 2003 P.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Psalm 119: 161-168 Introduction The psalmist has been under constant pressure, discouraged, and depressed. He uses two words repetively; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:161-168

Denomination: Baptist

When The Christian Goes To School Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Jul 9, 2003

Part 13 in a Sermon Series oon the 119th Psalm

When the Christian Goes to School Part 13 Sermon Series: A Word about the Word Date: June 8, 2003 P.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Psalm 119:97-104 Introduction In the last few weeks our family, like many others in our community have been caught up in High School graduation. It brings ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:97-104

Denomination: Baptist