Sermons on Having Slain The Enmity:

David And The Fiery Furnace

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon looks at the examples of David and the three Hebrew boys and finds four charateristics of Courage.

I. Introduction a. Christians are in need of courage today. b. Nathan Hale epitomized courage when he said, “My only regret is that I have but one life to give for my country.” c. We are all in the midst of a battle, and we need the courage to stand up for Jesus. d. We can look to a boy named ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:20-50, Daniel 3:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

Some Benefits Of Seeker Sensitive Churches

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 5, 2002

Some Benefits of Seeker Sensitive Churches - Luke 19:10

Some Benefits of Seeker Sensitive Churches 1. Seeker sensitive churches are known for their evangelistic impact. Lk 19:10 2. The worship is contemporary with the focal point being on those who are lost. They are willing to give up old solutions and find better ways of doing evangelism 3. There is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Asked For A Drink Series

Contributed by Robert Galasso on Feb 18, 2002

What questions are you asking, and to whom are you speaking?

Introduction: After the Northern Kingdom,with its capital in Samaria, fell to the Assyrians, many Jews were deported to Assyria, and foreigners were brought in to settle the land and keep the peace. (2 Kings 17:24). The intermarriage between those foreigners and the remaining Jews resulted in a ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let God Read Your Mail

Contributed by Mark Stevens on Jan 26, 2001

Dealing With Adversity

LET GOD READ YOUR MAIL II Kings 18:4-8 – King Hezekiah was a righteous man, but like all righteous men and women…they will suffer affliction. Point #1 – Hezekiah obey God’s initial command, he: 1. Tore down high places (some things MUST GO) 2. Cut down the groves and broke images ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:4-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Meeting God In The Backside Of Your Wilderness

Contributed by Dm Schnur on Mar 20, 2001

God comes near in our desert experiences

Ex 3:1-5, 12; 18:5 verse 1 - “... he led the flock to the backside of the desert, and came to the mountain of God, even to Mt. Horeb.” I) Explain Text – vs 2-5 A) We talk about deserts, wildernesses, valleys, mountains in our experiences. B) Deserts, wilderness, valleys - scarey places (Give ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-12

3 Things That Make Jesus Cry

Contributed by Michael Kell on Mar 27, 2001

Overview of the 3 times Jesus cried in Scripture. Purpose: Encouragement & Challenge Weak or Unsaved

3 things that make Jesus cry Chronologically: 1.John 11:32-37 When everybody else around was weeping so was he John 11:4- knew that it would turn out for God’s Glory Cause of Jesus’ weeping: To see other people hurting, weeping We see other suffering and we empathize Jesus feels what we feel. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44, John 11:32

Denomination: Baptist

Get Out Of Your Boat

Contributed by Michael Treston on Oct 24, 2001

inspired by John Ortberg

GET OUT OF THE BOAT. I used to always think Simon Peter was nuts for getting out of the boat and thinking he could walk on water. The weather conditions The physical impossibility of it Then I realized that is the point of the exercise God calls us out of our comfort zones to do the impossible That ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-32

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Gift Of Tongues

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 10, 2001

A Study of the nature, origin and purpose of the miraculous Gift of Tongues.

I.Definition. The ability, by guidance of the Holy Spirit, to speak another language without its having been learnt. ACTS 2:4-11; 1 CORINTHIANS 14:9-11. II.Origin. A. For the Apostles - the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. ACTS 1:1-5,8; 2:1-4. B. Other early Christians - via the laying on of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:22-23, Acts 2:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowing God

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

There is a great difference between knowing God and knowing about God.

Knowing God John 14:7-11 Thought: Many people know alot about God and about scripture, but they fail to ever truly know God. I. There is a difference between book knowledge and relational knowledge A. The Pharisees were well versed in the Word, but were not close to the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Year - Fresh Start

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Nov 10, 2002

The Roman god Janus - a man with two faces - has given the first month of the year the name of January, from whom we can learn much - see picture

JANUS A few days ago we entered a New Year. Who can tell me the name of the month that starts the year? January. Do you know how it got its name? It comes from the Roman god, Janus. Look at his picture. Isn’t it strange - he’s got two faces! He’s looking both forward and backwards - at the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Mutual Humility

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

MUTUAL HUMILITY HELPS THE PERSECUTED CHURCH STAND STRONG IN THE GRACE OF GOD 1.

MUTUAL HUMILITY HELPS THE PERSECUTED CHURCH STAND STRONG IN THE GRACE OF GOD 1. The Call to Mutual Humility -- Humility Prepares Us To Serve One Another a. this call is for every believer b. this call prepares us for service toward one another c. the essence of the call is humility 2. The Link ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Would Help, But. . .

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 21, 2004

This message examines 10 excuses seen in the parable of the Good Samaritan that we need to overcome in order to serve as God desires us to.

THE LAWYER’S FOCUS (AND OUR’S TOO): - “Sure, I’m willing to help. . . when it’s convenient for me.” - v. 29. - helping within the family/helping with a friend/helping in a tear-jerking situation/helping at Christmas. - his question presumes that “some are my neighbors and some aren’t.” - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Royal Official's Son Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 10, 2004

This is the 1st sermon in the series "The Touch Of Jesus".

Series: The Touch Of Jesus [#1] ROYAL OFFICIAL’S SON John 4:46-54 Introduction: 1. In this series, I want us to look at different people that felt the touch of Jesus upon their lives. We must notice that when Jesus touches your life, it will never be the same again. John 4:46-54 2. This royal ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Baptist

"What To Do When God Doesn't Move Your Mountain"

Contributed by Keith Bunch on Mar 10, 2002

Trials in our life are like mountains. Our God is a mountain moving God, but what do Christians do when God does not move their mountain?

1. There must be a Recognition of God’s Prerogative. Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego (Dan. 3) 2. We must be Resigned to God’s Purposes. -Sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Saints With Broken Haloes

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 31, 2002

All Christians are ’saints’ but with broken haloes; God wants to restore and shine through us - see the story of Winchester Cathedral window.

CALLED TO BE SAINTS Many years ago the bishops in England thought that there were so many good people to remember, that one day should be set apart commemorate all who had lived Godly lives, and so November 1st was designated as "All Saints Day". When St Paul wrote his letter to the Christians ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:7, Ephesians 3:8

Denomination: Baptist