Sermons on Gospel Presentation:

Jesus' Support—part Iii

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 20, 2002

Jesus’ ministry received practical/physical support. Our support of the Gospel of Christ promotes certain attitudes. Part 3 of a 3-part sermon.

JESUS’ SUPPORT—Part III—Luke 8:1-3 Jesus’ ministry received practical/physical support. The ministry of the gospel receives practical/physical support. What is the promoted thru a support of the gospel of Christ? Some attitudes promoted by the practical/physical support of the Gospel of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Praying For The Spirit To Come Series

Contributed by Adam Cruse on Jul 18, 2001

What should our attitude and praying be like since we have been enlisted in the war-time effort of spreading the gospel?

As your turning to Acts 4:23-31, I want to read what John Piper wrote concerning prayer. Listen to the imagery that he uses as he describes the true purpose of prayer. “Life is war. That’s not all it is. But it is always that. Our weakness in prayer is owing largely to our neglect of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Focus In Matthew: Magi Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 17, 2015

As we look at Matthew 2 and the people known as the Magi, three phrases caught my attention this year as I was reading the Christmas story. "King of the Jews" "Overjoyed" "Presented Him with Gifts"

CHRISTMAS FOCUS IN MATTHEW: MAGI MATTHEW 2:1-12 READ Matthew 2:1-12 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Winning Team Series

Contributed by Ron Newton on Sep 13, 2003

God calls us to be a part of His body by equipping and empowering us for service. We are to present ourselves to Him as the norm for being a vital and living part of His team.

Spiritual Gifts Series # 1 Introduction 1. Dramatize a ‘Winning Team’ with a tug of war. a. One team pulling together & the other pulling in different directions and disorganized. b. Have congregation vote on which team they would like to be on. 2. Paul gives us a clear picture of a winning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Holiness

What Think Ye Of Christ?

Contributed by James Groce on Oct 3, 2001

The question, “What think ye of Christ?”, presents a dilemma to any thinking person. If Jesus Christ was not all that He claimed to be, He was the greatest deceiver of all time.

What Think Ye of Christ? ---------- John 1:1 ---------- By Elder James Groce Pastor, Calvary Apostolic Tabernacle Molino, FL 9-2001 The question, “What think ye of Christ?”, presents a dilemma to any thinking person. If Jesus Christ was not all that He claimed to be, He was the greatest deceiver ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ghostbusters

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 8, 2002

I used this at new year to remind us of our ever present comforter, as we began this new year. Some very good material dealing with the Holy Spirit.

Ghostbusters How many of you have seen the movie Ghostbusters? The premise of the movie is that there are these four guys. They are a mixture of a smart person, a witty person, the muscle-person, and the comic-person. If you’ve seen the movie then you cannot forget Bill Murray and Dan Akroyd ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-99

Denomination: Church Of God

Who Is The Holy Spirit?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 9, 2002

There are two reasons why we need to allow the Holy Spirit to be present in our lives – strength to live God’s way and power to do God’s mission.

MAIN THEME/TOPIC: Who is the Holy Spirit? TEXT: Isaiah 40:31 “ But those who wait on the Lord will find new strength. They will fly high like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” Acts 1: 8 “But when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, you will receive power and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Church Of God

New Testament Teaching With Roots In Zechariah

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

Find many fasicinating New Testament truths couched within Zechariah regarding both the first and second comings of Christ and His present ministry in heaven as our intercessor.

So many dear and central New Testament doctrines are contained in the Old Testament. The Old Testament is the New concealed, the New Testament is the Old revealed. Unlike many topical sermons which pull verses out of context, we have here foundations of familiar New Testament verses. It is ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Consummate In Eternity - Part 6 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 22, 2003

David finally concludes in verse 6 a beautiful rendition of our consummation as God works both here in the present and when His work will be complete as we are ushered into eternity.

“The Model for the Christian Life” Psalm 23:1-6 (6 of 6) 1. The CHRISTIAN Relationship (v.1) 2. COMMITMENT to Discipleship (v. 2) 3. CONSECRATED to Christ (v. 3) 4. Forming the CHARACTER of Christ in us. (v. 4) 5. COMMUNION with Christ. (v. 5) 6. CONSUMMATE in Eternity. (v. 6) Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:6

Denomination: Baptist

Random Acts Of Kindness

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 8, 2003

Uses Biblical story of the Sheep and the Goats to talk about the way to live out kindness and love in life. Presents three stories of "random acts of kindness" done by people.

Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let me tell you a true story about kindness between two very different people who lived far away from one another: Beverly Powell (no relation), a cleaning lady from New Mexico, read a story in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Lutheran

New Year's Resolutions

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 5, 2004

In Phil. 3:12-16, Paul offers three principles to follow as we enter the new year: Forget your Past, Focus your Priorities, and Function in the Present.

New Year’s Resolutions Scott R. Bayles, preacher There is an old story about a happy little boy who went out into the field wearing a baseball cap. In one hand he carried a baseball, and in the other his trusty bat. His face bore a look of tremendous confidence. Cocking his bat, he tossed the ball ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Christian Church

God's Way For The Woman - Mother's Day

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

God uses many terms from cosmotology today in this passage--HER MANDATE, MOTIVE, MANNER OF LIFE, AND MESSAGE. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

GOD’S WAY FOR THE WOMAN TITUS 2:1-5 ----- Formatted text and Powerpoint for this sermon are at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/God’sWayForWoman.html ----- Powerpoint for hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html ----- God’s Way for the Woman Titus ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-5, Titus 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

Showers Of Blessings Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 28, 2004

Sermon outline for Ascension Sunday. From Christ’s present position at the Father’s right hand of power He rains down blessings upon His people.

SHOWERS OF BLESSING Acts 1:1-11 This is Ascension Sunday. Christ reigns now at the Father’s right hand. This is the basic meaning of the Ascension. From Christ’s position at the Father’s side, He rains down blessings upon His people. A. Christ Won the Decisive Battle on the Cross and Reigns ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What To Do With Your Burdens

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 6, 2005

Some burdens are meant to be SHARED, some burdens are meant to be SHOULDERED, and some burdens are meant to be SHED. Link included to formatted text version, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

What To Do With Your Burdens Gal. 6:2-5 [Some burdens are meant to be SHARED, some burdens are meant to be SHOULDERED, and some burdens are meant to be SHED. Link included at bottom to formatted text version, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.] We all have burdens. Some have a physical ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2-5, Matthew 11:28, Philippians 3:8

Denomination: Baptist

It’s Ok To Fall In Love - Valentine

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 9, 2006

All moral responsibility hinges on the two affections of love for God and love for our neighbor. Memorable outline. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

It’s OK to Fall Luke 10:25-37 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/OK2Fall.html The man in our text fell...he fell among thieves. The Good Samaritan fell...he fell in love for the man and had mercy and compassion toward him. And it’s ok to fall. We talk so much about love being a commitment and not a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist