Sermons on Have Hope:

Why Should We ‘raise Holy Hands In Prayer’? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 17, 2015

What do we do with Paul's instructions for us to "raise holy hands in prayer"? Why would he ask us to do that?

WE'RE SUPPOSED TO DO WHAT? Paul commands us to lift holy hands in prayer. - 1 Timothy 2:8. WHY DO THAT? We can use our body’s position to focus our heart’s direction. SOME "HOLY HANDS" EXAMPLES: 1. Hands lifted skyward is an expression of surrender. 2. Hands cupped before you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

Love God

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Oct 3, 2014

LOVING GOD

LOVE GOD Mark 18:28-30 “28 One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?” 29 “The most important one,” answered Jesus, “is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 18:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Righteousness Apart From Obeying The Law Series

Contributed by Leslie Tarlton on Nov 19, 2014

There is a righteousness that exist outside of obeying the Law. Faith is not good works; going to church, giving your tithes; making sacrifices.

The Letter to the Romans Chapter 3:21-26 Righteousness apart from the law Introduction Rom 3:21 & 22 But now the righteousness of God without the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets; Even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed Is The Man

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

Blessed is the Man

Psalm 1 Blessed is the Man 1. Blessed in His Dedication - 1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

Death

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

Death

Psalm 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. 1. Death is UNAVOIDABLE. - Heb 9:27 And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: 2. Death is UNPREDICTABLE. - Gen ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Holiness

Appearances Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 17, 2015

what does God look at first when he looks at us?

We have been learning form a man named Saul, chosen by God to be king of Israel, but because of his arrogance and disobedience to God, Saul was rejected by God. Today, in preparation for our worship with water baptisms, we will note the difference on how man sees things in comparison to God. Open ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gospel According To Leviticus Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 27, 2016

The gospel according to Leviticus

"But no devoted thing that a man devotes to the LORD, or anything that he has, whether man or beast, of his inherited land, shall be sold or redeemed; every devoted thing is most holy to the LORD." ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 27:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Example For Us

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 4, 2016

We should use Israel’s bad example to keep us from making the same mistake.

An Example for Us October 2, 2016 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We should use Israel’s bad example to keep us from making the same mistake. Focus Passage: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 Introduction: Give a personal experience of following a bad ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Jesus Series

Contributed by Trevor Chuma on Jan 5, 2018

The origin of Jesus, where did he come, his place in the godhead before the creation.

Jesus is the voice that proceeded from the throne during creation, he is the same voice which spoke to Abraham, Moses, and through the Prophets of old. He has always been in the Father, for he is the voice of the Father, when the Father speaks it was Jesus in manifestation, and that voice is in ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Charismatic

How Is Your Heart?

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 11, 2018

Know that you are ready.

HOW IS YOUR HEART? Proverbs 18:12 Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour is humility 1. By nature. Deceitful Jeremiah 17: 9 The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it? 2. Opened To receive the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Call For Prayer For Gender Justice

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

we must pray for the safety and security of all people

Scripture tells us in Galatians 3:28: There is no longer Jew or Gentile, slave or free, male or female. For all are one in God’s eyes Very often, members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender community are the victims of hate, violence and rejection by government and our churches. ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal

Vantage Point Series

Contributed by Robert Shearon on Dec 9, 2016

Like a football coach in the press box, God has a better vantage point to help us life our lives.

Football analogy Philippians 1 1 Paul and Timothy, slaves of Christ Jesus: To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, including the overseers and deacons. 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Thanksgiving and Prayer 3 I give thanks to my God for every ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1

Expectation Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 19, 2016

Expectation is a key ingredient of receiving our miracle from God.

The Mechanics of a Miracle Part 3: “Expectation” Lakewood | Pastor Jonathan | 11-27-2016 Ps. 62:5 - I’m expecting people to get their miracle while I am preaching this morning. I dare you to believe with me! I. Atmosphere of Expectancy A. Lame man at the gate called Beautiful - Acts 3:1-10 B. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:5, Psalm 3:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Know Your Enemy

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 22, 2016

Our Enemy is defeated by the mighty hand of God.

Know Your Enemy June 19, 2016 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Our Enemy is defeated by the mighty hand of God. Focus Passage: Revelation 20:6-10 Supplemental Passage: No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Norm Of Reciprocity Series

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Jul 26, 2016

This is part of a series of very brief messages that can be used in church newsletters for stewardship.

25 ‘Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? 26Look at the birds of the air; they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-33

Denomination: Baptist