Sermons on Heart Of Flesh:

Living Beyond Fear

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 14, 2001

There are two sources for fear: when we are caught up in something we did not count on, and when we are not in control. There are two ways in which living in Christ helps us live beyond our fears: knowing that He is completely trustworthy, and doing as He calls us to do.

Did anything frighten you this morning? Did you feel any kind of fear? Before you answer “No” too quickly, consider that we cannot live without fear. We cannot live without fear. You do not want to get rid of fear entirely. You must be afraid of some things, or else you will be in trouble. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Love-Love-Love.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 21, 2001

Year C Third Sunday of Easter--April 29th, 2001. John 21: 1-19

Year C Third Sunday of Easter--April 29th, 2001. John 21: 1-19 Title: “Love-Love-Love.” Jesus appears to his disciples. At his word they catch a huge amount of fish. They share a meal that Jesus prepared. Then Jesus commissions Peter as pastor of his ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Unconditional Grace Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 22, 2001

God’s grace is dependent on what Christ did for us, and not on what we do. It is given without respect to merit, worh, or accomplishment.

This morning, we begin a three-week series of messages on the topic of "grace". Over these next three Sundays, we will be focusing our attention on this one single doctrine, because a correct understanding of God’s grace is at the center of our faith. It is absolutely foundational. A clear, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Pass The Peace Please Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2001

The fifth part of Sermon on the Mount Series, how we bring peace to those around us.

The year was 1938, the date was October 6th the place was London England, the speaker was Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain and this was the message "We should seek by all means in our power to avoid war, by analysing possible causes, by trying to remove them, by discussion in a spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

How Fellowship Helps Me Grow

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Nov 13, 2001

There were troubled times for the church and how they overcame the challenges of life with the life-changing connection with God and with other believers and the call to be devoted passionate followers of Christ and its power for us today.

Acts 2:41-47 How Fellowship Helps me Grow Here are some signs of the times, reported in the star.com though whether they’re permanent remains to be seen. Friends are important: The television show Friends, despite lower than average ratings this time last year, has unexpectedly become TV’s most ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Richer, Fuller Life

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 18, 2001

A richer, fuller life comes by committing ourselves to Christ in certain ways.

A RICHER, FULLER LIFE I Thess. 5:16-18 INTRO.- ILL.- A man by the name of George owned an apartment complex and had just completed the exterior brick work on the 2nd floor. He had some bricks left over and was trying to decide the best way to get the load of bricks back down to the ground level ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cross Anticipated

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Nov 22, 2001

The Cross of Jesus is anticipated in the story of Abraham’s sacrifice of Isaac, telling of The Father’s Sacrifice, The Son’s Submission and the Lord’s Substitute.

THE CROSS ANTICIPATED If I had to give this message a title it would be "The Cross Anticipated in Abraham’s Sacrifice of Isaac" (Genesis 22:1-19. The story has three characters - there’s the Father: Abraham; there’s the Son: Isaac and there’s the Voice from heaven. The story revolves around three ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

'tis The Season

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 1, 2001

’Tis the season to live and give, to reach and teach.

‘ TIS THE SEASON Eccl. 3:1-8 INTRO.- ILL.- Someone described the seven ages of man in these ways: spills, drills, thrills, bills, ills, pills, wills. Spills - infancy. Drills - childhood. We get drilled about doing this and that. Thrills - Teen years perhaps. I’m not sure they are all that ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

While U Wait, Seasonal Basics For Believers

Contributed by Scott Hippler on Dec 3, 2001

While we wait, do we get frustrated and anxious or do we realize that only through times of waiting can our Lord accomplish some great stuff.

Don’t you just hate to wait? I do. Patience is not something that I am exceptionally good at and as a matter of fact is one of the main areas in my life that God is having to work overtime to bring into line with His will and plan for my life. Christmas is the worst when it comes to waiting. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Healing Of Deep Wounds Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 5, 2001

Joseph’s life is an example of how God can bring healing to the deep wounds of our lives.

Life Lessons from Joseph – Part 2 December 2, 2001 INTRODUCTION Show clip from Forrest Gump – Forrest says, “Sometimes there just aren’t enough rocks.” Obviously, that was a scene from the movie “Forrest Gump.” Forrest’s lifelong friend Jenny had grown up in a home where she was abused by her ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hidden Dangers

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 8, 2001

There are many hidden dangers in life which can devastate the human soul.

HIDDEN DANGERS INTRO.- ILL.- The furious customer called the waitress over to his table and demanded to know what was in his soup. She looked and shyly said, "I’ll have to call the boss. I don’t know one bug from another." That’s what I call a "hidden danger." Better check your soup from now on. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

City Sidewalks, Busy Sidewalks Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001

In the midst of the busyness of humanity, and their journey to nowhere, God makes an astounding promise.

Soon It Will Be Christmas Day – Part 1 December 9, 2001 INTRODUCTION The popular Christmas song, “Silver Bells,” begins with the familiar words, “City sidewalks, busy sidewalks.” That picture is certainly accurate at Christmas time. The city sidewalks are busy sidewalks filled with holiday ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Role Of Israel In The Last Days

Contributed by John Stensrud on Dec 12, 2001

A sermon incorporting current events, history and the Word of God suggesting that the Second Advent of Christ is very near

The Role of Israel in the Last Days A sermon delivered at Immanuel Baptist Church of Elgin, Illinois on December 9, 2001 by Pastor John Stensrud Matthew 24:32-39 “Learn a lesson from the fig tree: When its branches become green and soft and new leaves appear, you know summer is near. In the same ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-39

Denomination: Baptist

Hurry Up And Be Patient Already!

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 13, 2001

How James calls on Christians to be patient because Jesus is coming soon and because God blesses patience.

December 16, 2001 James 5:7-11 7 Be patient, then, brothers, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop and how patient he is for the autumn and spring rains. 8 You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near. 9 Don’t grumble ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Lutheran

You Have Been Called To Belong

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 21, 2001

Paul explained his call to the Romans and what he called them to do

December 23, 2001 Romans 1:1-7 1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God— 2 the gospel he promised beforehand through his prophets in the Holy Scriptures 3 regarding his Son, who as to his human nature was a descendant of David, 4 and who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran