Sermons on Great Offense:

Great Blessing Brings Great Testing

Contributed by Dave Martin on May 17, 2005

Then Moses led Israel from the Red Sea and they went into the Desert of Shur. For three days they traveled in the desert without finding water.

Pastor Dave Martin ~ Cross Creek Community Church ~ May 15, 2005   Great Blessing brings Great Testing! Part 1   Many Examples is seen in God’s Word... · Jesus’ Baptism > Tested in the wilderness (Mt 4) · David conquered enemies > Fell to Bathsheba (2Sam 8 & 11) · Elijah ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-26

Denomination: Bible Church

Great Work Requires A Great Team Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Aug 23, 2005

To accomplish the great work God is calling us to, we need everyone to join the team and do their part.

Great Work Requires a Great Team Nehemiah 2:17-3:32 August 13/14, 2005 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: To accomplish the great work God is calling us to, we need everyone to join the team and do their part. Great works for God are accomplished when everyone does their part: 1. “Spiritual” leaders are ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great News About A Great Savior Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Nov 6, 2014

The Gospel bears fruit in the lives of believers. The Apostle Paul's prayer for the believers in Colosse reveals what that fruit should be.

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> THIS SERMON AVAILABLE WITH POWERPOINT IN RESOURCE DOWNLOAD! This sermon (and several hundred others) are available for download. > Microsoft Word > Most with handouts More info: www.sermonsubscribe.com or darrellstetler2@gmail.com >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

Great Men Make Great Fathers

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Oct 7, 2009

It’s time for the fathers to become real fathers, and really great fathers!

I looked for a MAN among them who would build up the wall and stand before me in the gap on behalf of the land so that I would not have to destroy it, but I found none. Ezekiel 22 : 30 Did you ever wonder why we celebrate Father’s Day after Mother’s Day? I opt not to answer that question, for I ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Faith & Great Humility In Action Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009

What does faith and humility look like

Great Faith & Great Humility in Action - Luke 7:1-10 Gladstone Baptist Church - 26/6/05 am The Wizard of Oz is a classic story of Dorothy, a young girl from Kansas who somehow finds herself swept into a magical land by a tornado. She embarks on a quest to see the Wizard who, it is reported, can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Great Leader From A Great Servant

Contributed by Ron Cottom on Jun 27, 2011

Foot Washing

I thought it fitting that we challenge not just the student ministry but all here to rise up and get in our places. We shouldn't assume that this church has enough servants to lead in this community. Pastor shared Sunday that we are needed to serve so we can reach all who are thirsty and hungry for ...read more

Scripture: John 13:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

With Great Joy Comes Great Celebration! Series

Contributed by Glenn Pablo on Dec 23, 2017

This season is the most wonderful and glorious time of the year. Christians ought to celebrate the celebrant. Luke 2:8-11

INTRO. 1. A Blessed Christmas to everyone! 2. This season is the most wonderful and glorious time of the year. ? CHRISTMAS SURVEY: • 67% - believe that the entire story of Christmas is historically accurate. • 24% - believe the story of Christmas is a theological invention. • If Jesus had never ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-11

Great Families Build Great Churches Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

Great Families Build Great Churches Acts 18:1-3, 18-19, 24-26 It takes more than great programs to build a great church. It takes more than sacrificial service to build a great church. It takes more than money, more than a super staff, more than talented teachers, and more than dedicated ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Great Endurance Produces Great Reward

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 17, 2019

Hope combined with faith increases the endurance level needed to produce the desired change or outcome. Anything less leads to defeat and mediocrity and God hasn’t called any of His Children to live a mediocre life.

Great endurance, produces great reward! Hebrews 10:35,36 NKJ 35 Therefore do not cast away your confidence, which has great reward. 36 For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise: Illus. Several years ago, an experiment on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35, Isaiah 40:31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 8:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Faith In The Midst Of Great Trouble

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 5, 2024

A woman came to Jesus to seek help for her daughter who was under demonic oppressions, she persisted in faith despite many obstacles, and Jesus commended her for a great faith.

Great Faith in the Midst of Great Trouble Study Text: Matthew 15:21 - 28 Introduction: - The story of this woman reminds us of what faith and prayer looks like when we are faced with real, personal trouble and adversity. It is a story that brings us back to the basics, of what it means to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Significance Of A New Creation-12 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 20, 2016

Part A of point 14. Paul commended his apostolic ministry to the Corinthian church thru a list of practical realities within which he operated. The significance of being a new creation in Christ is played out in the Practical Realities of Ministry.

‘The Significance Of A New Creation’--XII—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10... 14. The PRACTICAL REALITIES Of MINISTRY-A—2Corinthians 6:3-10... Part A of point 14 in the series, ‘The Significance Of A New Creation’ Attention: Ask the congregation, “What did you want ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Take The Bait

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Sep 7, 2024

Based on the Book "THE Bait of Satan" by John Bevere The message looks at the sin of being offended and the negative results thereof.

DON’T TAKE THE BAIT Sep 08 2024 James 1: 14 But each one is tempted when he is carried away and enticed by his own lust. 15 Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death. This passage refers to a fish attracted by a bait-when ...read more

Scripture: James 1:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What To Do With A Slap In The Face

Contributed by John Perry on Jul 27, 2011

What do you with a slap in the face? When Someone treats you badly, betrays you, offends you or humiliates you, what do you do, how do you respond when someone gives you a slap in the face?

Bunbury Wed pm 27/07/2011 “What to do with a slap in the face” Intro: *** As you all know Vergel & Lee have just recently moved into town & a new residence. They are now going through what we all hate about moving – trying to get everything in place / order again! One of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Freedom Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 29, 2015

If you and I want to have relationships that last for the long haul, then we must be willing to extend forgiveness to others. In every relationship you have, you will constantly be called on to forgive and to ask for forgiveness. God will help us do this!

The Freedom of Forgiveness Text: Matthew 18:21-35 Intro: There was a man who really loved dogs. He devoted his life to them. He read about them, studied them, and even gave talks about them to other dog lovers. One day he decided to pour a new sidewalk in front of his house. His neighbor watched ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seven Steps To Forgiving Someone Who Really Hurt You

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Feb 10, 2018

Forgiving someone who hurt you is hard work. It is easier to stay wounded and go around talking bad about them. It is easier to let bitterness put down roots and let our hearts get hardened, but Jesus said to forgive...

A preacher tells the story of inviting a guest lecturer to speak to a counseling class he was teaching and asked him to specifically discuss the topic forgiveness. He told a powerful story from his own life that day to illustrate his point that we should forgive. His brother had many struggles, ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic