Sermons on Healthy Growth:

Here Are 7 Keys To Real Happiness Series

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004

But Jesus conquered death and sin so that we can experience real joy and happiness!

The Lord of the Rings written by JRR Tolken, is one of the world greatest tales written to symbolize the struggle against sin and the spiritual forces of the devil. JRR Tolken was a believer who led CS Lewis to the Lord. The story of The Lord of the Rings centers around a ring created by the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Purpose This Year? Series

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004

Let’s clarify our purpose in life today & the only way to do that is to follow the example of Christ.

What is your Purpose this year? for Life? A truck driver was hauling a load of 500 penguins to the zoo. Unfortunately, his truck broke down. He eventually waved down another truck and offered the driver $500 to take the penguins to the zoo. The next day the first truck driver got his truck fixed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:42-44

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Pretend To Believe In Jesus?

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004

There is a real problem; I believe many people are pretending to believe in Jesus!

ILL>> I played Santa this week at the nursing home - The outfit was fine but the beard was rank, so I had to spray it with something. - I hugged - asked if they were good little boys and girls, passed out gifts and even danced with some of the ladies. I couldn’t tell who really believed in Santa ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Offenses

Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Nov 4, 2004

No doubt offenses will come. But we must do all that we can to overcome them.

Overcoming Offenses 1 Sam. 17 The Bible has a lot to say about offenses. (1)Prov. 18:19 "A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle". (2)Matt. 5: "if your right eye offends you, pluck it out, if your right hand offends you, cut ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Who Are Strong

Contributed by Glen Lawhun on Nov 6, 2004

We who are strong ought to bear with, help and encourage those who are weak, what every it takes, to help them avoid the awful consequences of losing their Christian life.

We who are strong… Romans 14:14 thru Romans 15:3 1. Romans 14:14-17 a. …there is nothing unclean of itself… (I Tim 4:4) When it comes to food, everything can be used for food if thanks is given. Often we as Christians forget to give thanks to God and sometimes our bodies reject food that is meant ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Behavior And Attitude Series

Contributed by Dennis Clark on Nov 7, 2004

#2 IN 12 PART SERIES

JAMES 1:19:20 Christian behavior and attitude Wherefore- know this Everyman ought to listen intently, not speak rashly, not become angry James elaborates on his thought for clarification Because the “petty passions” (anger was seen as destructive and undesirable to Jews) Work-not “Build up to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Faith?

Contributed by Dewayne Gamez on Nov 7, 2004

The first of a study in Faith.

What is Faith? Hebrews 10:32-11:6 Genesis 4:1-8 Genesis 5:21-24 As we begin our walk as a church, Walk By Faith Christian Fellowship, we need to set a strong foundation on our faith. Over the next 2 months, we are going to be studying the word of God, and what it tells us about our faith. There ...read more

What Every Christian Should Have?

Contributed by Shane Rodriguez on Nov 8, 2004

Three elements a Christian should have to survive against the Devil.

This is Paul’s last epistle to the Christians. He is in prison and about to be beheaded for his stand for the faith in Christ. verse 6 show us Paul’s attitude He says "i am now ready to be offered" The greek word for "offered" speaks of being poured out as a drink offering to God. Since Paul knows ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

#2taking The Things Of God Too Casually Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 8, 2004

We can develop the tendencies to take the the presence of Jesus too casually. It is an honor to know the Son of God.

#2 TAKING THE THINGS OF GOD TOO CASUALLY Missing the presence of God By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part two of a two part series. TEXT: Joshua 1:7 Only be thou strong and courageous, that thou mayest observe to DO according to ALL My law, which Moses my servant commanded ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Very Naughty Figs..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Nov 9, 2004

When you give a lesson in MEANESS to a critter or a person, don’t be surprised if they learn their lesson. The same goes for the children of Israel as they discovered the truth behind the "Naughty figs.." let’s examine it together!

Introduction What a contrast. I can hear Israel now, "We’ve been called many things, but, naughty figs, that takes the cake..." Jeremiah was his name. Called tyo proclaim the message that Judah would be destroyed by a foe from the north. God promised that he would protect Jeremiah as he became ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 24:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

"The Table" By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Nov 9, 2004

Two bits of advice, Always drink upstream from the herd and never loose sight of the important things in life. Especially as a Christian the purpose and blessing of coming to the Lord’s Table. Let’s examine this together!

Introduction Introduction It is called a variety of things: Eucharist, Holy Communion; The Lord’s Table; The Lord’s Supper. It isn’t what it’s called as it is that we Remember! I believe that today’s Church and Congreation has lost sight of the preciousness of the Lord’s Table. What we SEE is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:18-34

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Have A Biblical Worldview?

Contributed by Charles Lane Iii on Mar 27, 2004

Whether you view the world through its own eyes or through the eyes of God will make all the difference, in this life and for all eternity.

DO YOU HAVE A BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW? Text: Matthew 22:29 Jesus answered and said unto them, Ye do err, not knowing the Scriptures, nor the power of God. KJV Jesus replied, “You are in error because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God. NIV Jesus answered and said to them, “You are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:29

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Becoming A F.a.t. Christian Series

Contributed by Rick Adams on Mar 30, 2004

Discovering the Champion in You Part 2. This message focuses on three characteristics a Christian needs to exhibit to edify the local church and strengthen their walk with Christ.

INTRODUCTION Two weeks ago we began a series entitled, “Discovering the Champion in You”. As we looked at Philippians chapter 4, we found four practices every champion must exercise in order to maintain a winning attitude. Just as a review we must practice the “praise principle”, right praying, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Maintaining A Winning Attitude Series

Contributed by Rick Adams on Mar 30, 2004

Discovering the Champion in You Part 1. This message focuses on four practices that will help believers maintain a winning attitude.

INTRODUCTION This morning I want to start off a short series entitled, “Discovering the Champion in You.” Sitting in this room this morning are men and women of God who have been miraculously saved. Can somebody say, “Amen!”? And because you’ve been saved and empowered by the Holy Spirit, you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Confirmation

Contributed by Walter Pankow on Mar 31, 2004

A sermon written for confirmation in 1927.

Psalm 116:4. Confirmation. April 10, 1927. Vol. 1. Pg. 41 My dear friends, You are about to confirm with your own life that covenant which you made with the Lord in your baptism. Christian parents and sponsors did for you then what you were not able to do of yourself. They brought you to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:4

Denomination: Lutheran