Sermons on Growth In Holiness:

Thriving Through Setbacks And Anxiety @ Workplace

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on May 17, 2009

Setbacks are very common in life and especially so at workplace. As Christians we have a definite advantage over others in overcoming such setbacks

Thriving through setbacks and Anxiety @ Workplace Today’s workplace is in a constant flux. The phrase, “change is the only constant”, though clichéd, is very much applicable in the workplace. The sad part of this is that not all that change is constructive as far as the employee is concerned. As ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does Jesus Hear?

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 18, 2009

Second Sermon in 2009 Lenten Series, ‘The Body of Christ.’

Can you recall the time when you first heard God speak to you? (Slide 1) The disciples could though they did not understand the full implications of what they were hearing or doing. For me, it was on a clear, cold, and white January Sunday at the end of the worship service. It was not an audible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:11-17

Denomination: Church Of God

An Exclusive Claim In An Inclusive World Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on May 29, 2009

Philippians 2:9-11. The rightful lordship of Jesus is explained from these familiar verses.

AGAIN I SAY REJOICE AN EXCLUSIVE CLAIM IN AN INCLUSIVE WORLD PHILIPPIANS 2:9-11 INTRODUCTION - What does it mean to be inclusive? I suppose a good way to put it is that to be inclusive means to accept all persons, or ideas, or worldviews as completely equal in a given situation. We are not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Really Want?

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Jun 2, 2009

Coveting is not wrong...provided you covet the right things.

Today, we’re looking at the tenth commandment, Exodus 20:17: "You shall not covet your neighbor’s house. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or his manservant or maidservant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor." Johnny was looking through the chain-link fence at the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Pattern Of This Age Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 6, 2009

In this message I want to note briefly several (though not all) worldviews that confront Christians today.

Scripture For the past few weeks we have been studying Romans 12:1-2. In Romans 12 the Apostle Paul begins applying the doctrine that he has been teaching for the previous 11 chapters. Now, it is not that he has made no application in the previous 11 chapters; he has. However, as he begins chapter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Hope Of Glory Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Jun 10, 2009

Learning from Paul’s personal testimony to the Colossian CHurch

When I was at university—I sweated and groaned and struggled to get through my studies. One day a mate left an major project we were working on in the train. He rang every station from Hornsby to Campbelltown hoping it was handed in. Alas, our major assignment was gone forever! After the lecturer ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Nothing Better Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 13, 2009

Solomon compares wordly wisdom with heavenly wisdom.

SERIES: BE SATISFIED “NOTHING BETTER” ECCLESIASTES 7:1-9 OPEN We’re a people who like to compare one thing to another. We like to compare our favorite sports teams to other people’s favorite sports teams. We enjoy comparison shopping. We like to compare ourselves to other people. We ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revelation Part 2 Series

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Jun 24, 2009

The second of a two part series in Revelation.

Title- Revelation Part 2 Text- Revelation 12-22 Review I. More Tribulation- 12-18 a. The Woman, the Child, and the Dragon b. The Beast from the sea c. The beast from the earth d. The Bowl Judgments i. Painful Sores ii. The Sea turns to Blood iii. Waters turn to Blood iv. Scorching ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Legacy Of Cain Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 25, 2009

We all leave a legacy. Some are very noticeable, some not so much. Some good, some not so good.

“The Legacy of Cain” (Genesis 4:1-26) We all leave a legacy. Some are very noticeable, some not so much. The Killarney Hotel will leave a legacy especially for those who have lived in Killarney for a long time. Our parents all wonder what our legacy will be when we are born, as we do of our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-26

It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas - The Line Of Adam Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 25, 2009

I remember the first time I heard a sermon on this chapter, and I was wondering, how are we going to stay awake through this one?

“It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas - The Line of Adam” (Genesis 5:1-32) I remember the first time I heard a sermon on this chapter, and I was wondering, how are we going to stay awake through this one? I had glossed over it a few times and really didn’t think it served any purpose except ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:1-32

What Values Do You Hold Sacred?

Contributed by Grant Sisson on Jun 29, 2009

Independence Day Sermon. How the Founding Fathers ordered their values and how Christians everywhere are to commit to Jesus’ values.

Grant S. Sisson Countryside Christian Church, Shreveport, LA 2009-06-28 One of the most profound things I learned in graduate school was taught to me by one of my professors. He is now my Counselor Intern Supervisor, my mentor, and my good friend, Tom Moore. It was really more of a question than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Dad In The Mirror

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jun 18, 2015

It seems dads get beat up a lot for failing to be the perfect father. We forget that dads are fallen men like all others. This message is designed to encourage dads and others in their daily walk.

The kids wanted a hamster really bad. They pleaded with their mom, making all kind of promises. One promise was to care for the hamster. Finally, mom agreed and got them a hamster. They named him “Danny.” Within two months, Mom had the responsibility of Danny’s care. Despite her ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1, Mark 12:31, Proverbs 18:21, James 3:10, Romans 4:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

A Father's Prayer

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Jun 19, 2015

A message of how a father should pray for his children considering the complications and moral deterioration of today. We take a look at how a godly Father (David) prays for his child's (Solomon) blessing, understanding, and his strengthening.

A Father's Prayer Introduction: Today is Father's Day for all you dad's it is otherwise known as . . . Sunday. I know I've mentioned this before but its relevant more today, being Fathers Day, some of you men may remember the evangelist (Jarred Murr) pointed out during one of our fellowship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 22:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Honoring Fathers

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 21, 2015

I would propose to you that honoring fathers dose not find it's foundation in numerous family retreats, vacations, well written cards, nor gifts.

Honoring Fathers Biblical Truths About A Father Worth Honoring Introduction: Happy Fathers Day! Father's day is a celebration honoring fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. The tradition was said to be started from a memorial service held for a large group of men ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Study In The Book Of Revelation, 11. Ch.14, 144,000; Return Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 22, 2015

Yet more "background" of the tribulation period. We once more meet the elect of Israel. Some angels proclaim what is soon to come. And the return of Jesus is now heralded.

Close-up (revisited) : The 144,000 with Jesus! 14:1-5 Every subject brought up in chapter 14 has been discussed already, or will be given a fuller treatment later. But all these events seem to occur near the end. In terms of the book itself, we are still in between the trumpet and bowl judgments. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:1-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God