Sermons on Greek Words:

Inagurating The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Gary Moore on Mar 12, 2002

The inaguration of Jesus "kingdom" ministry was accompanied by three things: His baptism, the temptation in the wilderness, and the calling of His disciples.

Matthew 3 – 4 Jesus: The Beginning February 24, 2002 The celebration of the resurrection on Easter Sunday is the high point of the Christian calendar. While remembrance of the resurrection is a weekly event, it is, I believe, profitable for the Christian regularly to focus on the extraordinary ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Conquering Fear

Contributed by Darren Ethier on Mar 13, 2002

Fear can be crippling but there is a way that it can be conquered.

CONQUERING FEAR 2 Timothy 1:7-9 2 Timothy 1:7-9 (NIV) 7 For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. 8 So do not be ashamed to testify about our Lord, or ashamed of me his prisoner. But join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Love The King

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

How should we love King Jesus?

2 SAM.19:24-30 "HOW TO LOVE THE KING" * This is one of those passages in the Old Testament that doesn’t receive much attention. * In these verses, we witness the reunion of David and a man who loved the king more than his own life! * In these few verses, there is a valuable lesson for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 19:24-30

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Of Nazareth Passeth By

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

Jesus is coming through Jericho and the people let a blind man know that Jesus is passing by.

LUKE 18:35-43 "JESUS OF NAZARETH PASSETH BY" A) Our Lord is going through Jericho for the last time. * He has set His face toward Jerusalem and the cross! * In just a few hours, He will be sitting at the table of Mary, Martha & Lazarus. * It will not be long until He sits in the Upper Room! * ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Baptist

Let Christ Bring A Resolution

Contributed by John Herrmann on Mar 15, 2002

God works behind the scenes. Caiaphas the high priest’s plan to eliminate Christ became part of God’s design to redeem the world. God continues to work through us too as the body of Christ to bring about his ultimate purpose.

Let Christ Bring A Resolution Jn. 11:47-53 There’s always a resolution for your problems. Things can and do come together after all. Ezekiel in the Old Testament (Ezekiel 37) offers an image of life being breathed into dead bones with the result that there is a noise and a rattling sound, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45, John 11:47-53

Denomination: Lutheran

Compelled... To Tell Everyone Everything Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 15, 2002

second in a series on Ephesians 3

Compelled... to Tell Every One Every Thing Ephesians 3:7-9 Eph 3:7 CEV God treated me with kindness. His power worked in me, and it became my job to spread the good news. Eph 3:8 CEV I am the least important of all God’s people. But God was kind and chose me to tell the Gentiles that because of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Real Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 16, 2002

Moses dramatically changed at one point of his life. How and why did it happen?

OPENING: Arthur Tonne tells of an overnight visitor to the White House during the Coolidge administration. Calvin Coolidge was not one of the warmest people to be around - he was well known for his brevity and taciturn nature. Seated at breakfast with President, the visitor determined to attempt ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thirst Quencher Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 19, 2002

Life can be bitter, but God has a healing for our waters of life as well

OPENING: There once was an oyster whose story I tell, Who found that sand had got under his shell; Just one little grain, but it gave him much pain, For oysters have feelings although they’re so plain. Now, did he berate the working of Fate Which had led him to such a deplorable state? Did ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Christian Outreach

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Mar 20, 2002

What makes a church a church of Christian Outreach?

What is Christian Outreach? How can you change the world? This is the question asked in the movie, “Pay It Forward.” Let watch a little of that movie. (Movie Clip) We here at Living Faith also believe in paying it forward. Reaching out the people in need is one of the foundations of this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Five Adversaries To Progress

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 22, 2002

Learn to overcome the enemies to achieving God’s goals for your life.

This morning, we will be looking at Philippians, chapter 3, verses 12-14. The passage lends to the New Year so well, that I’m led to believe God wants to help us get off to a great start in 2001. If a title helps you organize your thoughts, the title is "Five Adversaries to Progress." I don’t ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: *other

My Name Is Simon Peter

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 23, 2002

If you have a flare for the dramatical and want to see the crucifixion of Christ through the eyes of Peter then check this out!

Make sure you check the end to see how this sermon should be delivered. It is a dramatical presentation. Hello, fellow brothers and sisters in our Lord Christ Jesus, My name is Simon. You probably know me better as Peter. No doubt you know the stories of our Lord and Savior. I’m here today ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Better Blood Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 31, 2002

The Bible tells us that "without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness of sins." Blood is the cleansing agent. But why should blood purify my soul?

A woman once wrote that at a garage sale she had spotted a handsome antique copper kettle for only $2.50. It was badly tarnished, so she asked the woman running the sale if the discoloration would come out. She cheerfully offered to try some copper cleaner on it and disappeared with it into ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Missouri Thomas

Contributed by John Beehler on Apr 4, 2002

Stop doubting and believe!

Missouri Thomas Let’s suppose this morning that we could read the headlines that would have taken place in the week after that first Easter. What would the headlines have looked like if there were a Jerusalem Post in first century Palestine? Possibly the following: “CRUCIFIED JESUS ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Believe In A Spiritual Realm Series

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

Doctrine of angels and demons.

READ: Ephesians 6:10-13 In the world today there is an unprecedented appetite for the supernatural. This interest in things supernatural or paranormal is increasing. This is testified to by the success of the now multi-billion dollar HORROR film industry; the burgeoning popularity of occult ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Responsibility

Contributed by Wes Bell on Apr 8, 2002

God Can Heal

God’s Responsibility (Luke 5:12-16 NIV) While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell with his face to the ground and begged him, "Lord, if you are willing, you can make me clean." {13} Jesus reached out his hand and touched the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-16

Denomination: Pentecostal