Sermons on Great Fame:

God's School For Greatness

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Aug 29, 2007

This is a message that speaks of how God uses obscurity to create His greatest men.

1 Kings 17:1 KJV And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. I. INTRODUCTION -- SCHOOL ADMISSIONS -It is May and school is almost ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Great Is Thy Faith Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 6, 2007

Did you hear Jesus call her a dog? A helpful examination of a difficult passage - 1. The Agonizing Mother 2. The Amazing Master 3. The Appealing Miracle - Link included to formatted text, audio & video, & PowerPoint Presentation.

Great is Thy Faith Matthew 15:21-28 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GreatFaith.html Of all the verses in the Bible, I think v. 21 is close to the top of my list: Matthew 15:21 Then Jesus went thence, and departed into the coasts of Tyre and Sidon. Why? You may ask. Because it’s the first time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

God's Great Power Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Mar 8, 2007

Examines three descriptions of God’s power: Resurrection power, Ruling power, and Returning power.

Intro: It is my belief that we have ignored a great resource available to all Christians: That of God’s great POWER. Paul prayed that the Ephesians might know and experience that power, and I pray that today’s Christian might do the same. It’s no small thing...and nothing to be ignored: THREE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Great Supper Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 14, 2007

Jesus’ sense of humor shows up in a big way during some awkward dinner table moments, esp. when He talked about people and the excuses they offer. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint template.

Parable of the Great Supper Luke 14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GreatSupper.html One of the chief Pharisees has invited Jesus over for dinner, and we’re gonna have some fun tonite! v. 1 “they watched Him” = laid a trap v. 2 this diseased man was deliberately planted so Jesus would heal him and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Lift Off Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 22, 2007

Although Jesus completed his earthly ministry and ascended into heaven, His work did not stop there. He commissions His disciples to carry on His work here daily. Are we doing that?

March, 2007 “The Great Lift Off” Luke 24:50-53 Acts 1:6-11 INTRODUCTION: We think of the Ascension as a cosmological event, a space flight, a transfer of a person from earth to heaven; but that is not what it meant to the early church. It meant the TRANSFER of RESPONSIBILITY from Jesus to his ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Courage Of Great Conviction

Contributed by Robert Travis on Dec 1, 2006

Too many preachers have compromised with the world. Give us more men like Daniel.

THE COURAGE OF GREAT CONVICTION Daniel 6 .3 …Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm.4 Then the presidents and princes sought to find occasion against Daniel concerning the kingdom; but they ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:3-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Divide At Calvary

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Jul 4, 2007

The Bible tells us that there were two thieves who died with Him that day, however their eternal souls went in totally different directions as one rebelled against the Savior in the middle, and the other received the Savior into His heart. Three crosses

THE GREAT DIVIDE AT CALVARY Luke 23:32-43 There is a signpost high up in the Canadian Rockies. The board says, "The Great Divide". It’s the source of two great river systems, one flowing west into the Pacific Ocean, and the other into the Atlantic. Two raindrops can fall side by side, but will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Great High Priest Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 21, 2011

A sermon on Hebrews 4:14-5:10 on why Jesus is a great High Priest (Conclusion taken from Mark Copeland at http://executableoutlines.com/he/he_11.htm)

Introduction: We always said this little prayer before our meals: God is great and God is good, let us thank him for our food. In Jesus’ name. Amen! WBTU: We have already seen the message in the book of Hebrews that Jesus is better. He is better than the angels. He is better than Moses. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding True Greatness

Contributed by David Henderson on May 25, 2011

How do we define greatness? We often look to the world for this defintion. We look for popularity, power and to other people. We must look at the right source....JESUS!

“Finding True Greatness” John 3:22-36 There are certain words we use that have a variety of meanings depending on how they are used. For example the word “fast” carries at least 15 different meanings. It can mean ... * the speed of a runner ...fast * to do without food. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Greatness In The Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Jun 15, 2011

Disciples bicker over which of them is the greatest.

17. Who is Jesus? December 12th, 2010 Greatness in the Kingdom of God Being in the presence of greatness naturally leads to a desire for greatness. When we see someone who is great at something often we are inspired to want to be great ourselves. Honestly that desire can lead us to doing great ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:46-50

Denomination: *other

Jesus: The Great Purifier Series

Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Jan 19, 2008

Jesus has not changed in 2,000 years. He is still passionate about His temple. The temple of God is no longer a building, it is His people. God no longer dwells in a temple made by hands, He lives in us, and His passion, His zeal is the same today as it w

Jesus: the Great Purifier (John 2:12-25) “I’m Sarah, I’m sixteen; Last night I failed. I prayed for more strength, So why did I yield? He said he loved me, Brought me flowers and all; Then he took me upstairs And caused me to fall. I feel so ashamed, So dirty inside. He’s taken my heart; Now I ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Last Great Revival

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Feb 15, 2008

I’m ready for the last revival before the return of Jesus. Are you?

February 17, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Joel 2:12-32 Subject: Revival Title: The Last Great Revival I want to begin this morning by sharing with you a list of my favorite things to preach about. 1. Salvation – I love to tell about what Jesus did for you on a cross. 2. The Baptism in the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Are Destined For Greatness

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

You were set apart for a special purpose in life and then use that life to bless others – that’s what God has destined you for greatness!

Destined: to decree beforehand; to set apart for a special purpose Greatness: knowing your purpose in life and sowing into the lives of others Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. In ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28, Judges 4:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Marks Of Great Faith

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Mar 1, 2008

When one is told that their faith is great, it bears our study and meditation. What were the marks of this Canaanite ladies’ faith? There are at least four marks of great faith!

The Marks of Great Faith Matthew 15:21-28 Jesus Christ did not exaggerate or mince words. He spoke the truth and the truth alone. When He applauds someone’s faith as "great," then it ought to make us take notice. Only twice, both with Gentiles, does Jesus Christ call someone’s faith "great." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret To Ruth's Greatness Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Feb 14, 2012

A sermon that lists 4 words; one from each of the 4 chapters that summarizes both the chapter and the secret of Ruth's greatness.

Title: The secret to Ruth's greatness Introduction •By New Testament times, the book of Ruth was included on a scroll with four other books that were read publicly at the feasts of Israel. •The book of Ruth was read at the Feast of Harvest (Pentecost) because much of the story is set ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God