Sermons on Harry Chapin:

Wherever There Is Darkness We Should Provide The Light Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 30, 2008

Halloween is full of darkness so we must provide light through worshiping Christ.

The Truth Behind Halloween Tonight we have some decisions to make. We have some decisions to make concerning Halloween. Is Halloween harmless or harmful? What is it actually a celebration of? What is wrong with letting children dress up like a ghost, or Dracula, or witches to go from house ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:9-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Can We Chat Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 3, 2017

In the sermon, we witness God and Abraham having a conversation. The things that God tells Abraham truly change his life and he put his trust in God.

Introduction: A. Years ago Dr. Seuss published a children’s book entitled “Horton Hears a Who.” It was recently turned into a movie. 1. How many of you have read the book or seen the movie? 2. It’s a story about an elephant named Horton who hears voices coming from a little speck of dust. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wholly Devoted Ears Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 22, 2012

In this sermon, we learn how to have wholly devoted ears by listening to God, listening to others, and listening to only what is good.

Introduction: A. The story is told of an elderly man who stopped at a hearing aid clinic and asked about their prices. 1. The salesman said, “Well, our prices range from $25,000 all the way down to $1.50.” 2. “Wow, that’s quite a range,” said the customer, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Hate Test

Contributed by Harry Wood on Jan 4, 2002

To be reminded that we are going to have test, and how from an example from Christ we are overcomers.

I Hate Test! James 1:2 “My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations;” The other day I over heard a High school student make this statement. “I Hate Test.” She went on to explain how she was to have a test in a particular class that day. I don’t recall the subject, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:2-10, James 1:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Biblical View Of Being A Father

Contributed by Harry Wood on Jan 8, 2002

To address the Father’s role Biblically on the observance of Father’s Day.

Biblical View of being a Father Introduction: The first recorded observance know was in 1910 by the Spokane Ministerial Association. In 1946 officially the third Sunday of June was designated as Father’s Day. 1. What would be God’s estimate of us as a Father? a. Genesis 18:19 “For I know ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Were The Wise Men Wise?

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 11, 2001

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that men have been brought from far to WORSHIP CHRIST.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Fort Stewart, Georgia I. ANNOUNCE THE PERICOPE: Matthew 2:1-12 II. THE LARGER CONTEXT: Now, before we begin, allow me to share with you some HISTORICAL TRUES regarding THE BOOK OF MATTHEW. For example, in the Book of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Matthew 2:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Giants, Keep On Coming"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 11, 2001

This sermon is designed to motivate the hearers to become victorious in their battles and WARS WITH GIANT SPIRITUAL STRUGGLES.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Stewart, Georgia REFERENCES: Isaiah 40:31 (But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount with wings as eagles; they shall run,and not be weary and they sall walk and not faint); 1 Samuel 13:14 (“a man after God’s own heart); ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:15-22, 2 Samuel 21:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dealing With Stress, Anxiety, And Burn-Out

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 11, 2001

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to FOCUS ON GOD AND TO TRUST HIM TO meet their needs.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Fort Stewart, Georgia REFERENCES: Isaiah 53:4-5 (Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows;…and with his stripes we are healed); Job 14:1 (Man that is born of a woman is of a few days and full of trouble); Matthews 6:25-3 1. ANNOUNCE THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Healing Women's Emotion

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 12, 2001

This sermon is designed to motivate the hearers to prostrate themselves before Jesus, while simultaneously telling others how He healed them.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Stewart, Georgia Scripture References: Luke 8:40-48; John 5:6 (The man that had been lame for 38 years); Matthew 6:14-15 (For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43-48, Luke 8:47

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dry Bones

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 16, 2001

This sermon is designed to encourage the hearers to move away from a backsliding stage of life to accepting God’s invitation for New Life & Spirit.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. True Saints C.O.G.I.C. Bamberg, Georgia Scriptural references: SPP (Suffering; Profit; Pleasure); EAI (Expository; Application; Illustration) Rom. 12: 1 ( I Beseech thee …my the mercy of God …); Romans 15: 15:1 (We then that are strong …); 2 Kings ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10, Ezekiel 37:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Just Shall Live By Faith

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 16, 2001

This sermon is designed to encourage the hearers to hold on to their faith in God, even when it looks like God isn’t moving on their behalf.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Fort Stewart, Georgia 31314 PENTECOSTAL HIGH PRAISE HOMILY Scripture References: Psalm 34:19 (Many are the afflictions are the righteous, but the LORD shall deliver them from them all); Hebrews 11:1-7 (The Parade of The Heroes of Faith); Ps. 30:5; ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6, Habakkuk 2:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Watch Them Dogs

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 22, 2001

The purpose of this sermon is to move the hearers to LOOK-OUT for religious leaders (which are spiritually blind, greedy, and lazy) that will attempt to turn them against the principles and teachings of Jesus Christ through their WORDS AND ACTIONS.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Stewart, Georgia References: Acts 21:40 (ex. Of Paul’s ability to address folk in the Hebrew Tongue/Language); Ezekiel 33:2; Hebrews 13:17; 1 Chr. 12:32 (ex. Of the prophets understanding what Israel ought to do); Romans 8:26-27 (… the spirit enabling the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:2, Philippians 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Before You're Promoted, You Have To Pass The Test

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: This is a pivotal day in the history of Central Assembly of God.

Intro: This is a pivotal day in the history of Central Assembly of God. We may never pass this way again. There are some important lessons today God wants us to understand before we leave here. These lessons come from the story of Abraham offering his son Isaac on Mt. Moriah. I. GOD WILL TEST HIS ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

It's Time For The Baptism In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: Jesus commanded his followers to wait for the promise of the Father, the Baptism of the Holy Spirit.

Intro: Jesus commanded his followers to wait for the promise of the Father, the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. They waited until Pentecost, and the Holy Spirit was outpoured. Some people have waited for months, even years to be baptized in the Holy Spirit, thinking they were being scriptural! ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 28:9-12

What Determines Success?

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: I want to ask a question on this "Back to School Night," but it could also be answered by every other person here today.

Intro: I want to ask a question on this "Back to School Night," but it could also be answered by every other person here today. It is this, "What determines your success in life more than anything else?" Go ahead and think about it. 1. Is it money? NO! There are many wealthy people who are failed ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-4