Sermons on Hindering Others:

God's Veteran

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Nov 20, 2006

There has never been a Christian who has never been in a combat situation. Whether fighting for righteousness or warring against sicknesses, financial struggles, and a host of other enemies.

God’s Veterans Gal 6:17 17 From henceforth let no man trouble me: for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus. Veteran-Military experienced soldier: somebody who has been a member of one of the armed forces for many years and has seen a great deal of active service, a veteran of three ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Show Our Thankfulness To God

Contributed by Doug Warren on Nov 25, 2006

To show our thanfulness to God, we should Ponder His Greatness, Prepare our hearts for His entrance, Practice His Teachings, and Proclaim His messaage to others.

Intro: At a Thanksgiving dinner table, the youngest member of the group (age 4) volunteered to say the blessing. It went as follows: "God is great, God is good...LET US THANK HIM! Amen." While some would argue that she forgot part of the blessing, the impact of that prayer penetrated the hearts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Storms Of Discipleship

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006

To join Jesus in His mission, you must get in the boat. That doesn’t guarantee you will be free from storms, but Christ will see you through to the other side.

The Storms of Discipleship Matthew 8:23-27 The 200-year-old church was being readied for an anniversary celebration when calamity struck: the bell ringer was called out of town. The church immediately advertised for another. When the replacement arrived, the Pastor took him to the steps leading ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Holiness

What Happens When We See Jesus? Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 11, 2007

Jesus really is alive. He addresses fear, and doubt. And He empowers us by the Holy Spirit to share what we have seen with others who have not seen.

What Happens When We See Jesus? Series: Seeing Jesus Luke 24:35-49 Apr 22, 2007 Intro (before Corporate Prayer): A small boy once approached his slightly older sister with a question about God. "Susie, can anybody ever really see God?" he asked. Busy with other things, Susie curtly replied: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:35-49

Denomination: Baptist

The Divine Call To Holiness

Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on Feb 16, 2008

An other sermon on Holiness. God has been helping me preach about this subject for the last few weeks. The outline comes from Rev. Fred J. Hawk

“The Divine Call To Holiness” Text: I Thessalonians 4:7 “For God hath not called us unto uncleanness, but unto holiness.” Introduction: The Lord calls the sinners to repentance,saints to the marriage feast, the lost to judgment, and the believer to holiness. The Lord in His mercy sought out our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:7

Denomination: *other

The Challenge Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 18, 2008

John 3:16 is known to all. Other 3:16 passages in the New Testament teach us important things about Jesus as well. This is Revelation 3:16

(adapted from a sermon series by Tom Ellsworth) SERIES: “DISCOVERING JESUS: The Other 3:16’s” TEXT: REVELATION 3:14-22 TITLE: “THE CHALLENGE OF JESUS” OPEN: A. I’m a fan of the “Rocky” movies 1. As a former Golden Gloves boxer, I can tell you that the fight scenes are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Like People Series

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

To become aware of the importance of developing effective people skills and to cause you to understand that your success in life and in ministry is greatly determined by the ability to relate well to other people.

Introduction: Questions that will guide our understanding process: 1. What do you mean by relationships? 2. What are the types of relationships ordained by God? 3. What are the qualities that can help me become an effective leader? 4. How do you deal with difficult people? 5. How do you get rid ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Disabled Disciple"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 2, 2008

The purpose of this sermon is to encourage the hearers to affirm to others that God is eventually given the proper praise by demonstrating His miraculous light (in our lives) through our disabilities.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Fort Ord Chapel Seaside, CA 2 March 2008 Big Idea: God is eventually given the proper praise by demonstrating His miraculous light (in our lives) through our disabilities. Scriptural References: EAI (Expository; Application; Illustration) John 5:5-17 ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Greatest Help You Can Give Series

Contributed by Rick Brown on Mar 5, 2008

Third in 4 part series on prayer acrostic P.R.A.Y. PRAYING FOR OTHERS IS ONE OF THE MOST POWERFUL AND WONDERFUL GIFTS GOD BLESSES US WITH.

“THE GREATEST HELP YOU CAN GIVE” NEHEMIAH 1:4-11 INTRO: CAME ACROSS A FUNNY STORY ABOUT PRAYER. 1974 MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL GAME, MIAMI DOLPHINS PLAYING THE CINCINNATI BENGAL’S. HOWARD COSELL, ON TV. PRE-GAME PRAYER BY METHODIST PASTOR. “OUR FATHER, WE GIVE YOU THANKS FOR THE JOY AND ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Ascension Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 17, 2007

Like many of the other important events in Jesus’ life, the ascension is also important for a number of reasons. In this sermon we look at four reasons why the ascension was an absolute necessity.

Introduction: A. Goodbyes aren’t easy. Especially if we or they will be gone for a long time. 1. There are some very memorable goodbyes in history. 2. On June 13, 1948, Babe Ruth stood in Yankee Stadium, eaten up with cancer and with tears in his eyes, said goodbye. He died two months ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 21, 2008

John 3:16 is known to all. Other 3:16 passages in the New Testament teach us important things about Jesus as well. This is Luke 3:16

(based on a sermon series by Tom Ellsworth) SERIES: “DISCOVER JESUS: The Other 3:16’s” TEXT: LUKE 3:15-18 TITLE: “THE POWER OF JESUS” OPEN: A Last week we began a new series: “Discovering Jesus: The Other 3:16’s” 1. We said that most of us know John 3:16 quite well ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 27, 2008

John 3:16 is known to all. Other 3:16 passages in the New Testament teach us important things about Jesus as well. This is Acts 3:16

(adapted from a series by Tom Ellsworth) SERIES: “DISCOVER JESUS: The Other 3:16’s” TEXT: ACTS 3:11-20 TITLE: “THE NAME OF JESUS” OPEN: A. What is so important about a name? 1. How would feel if nobody knew your name? a. When my youngest son ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mentored Becoming A Mentor

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Feb 2, 2008

Moses raised up a Joshua to take his place, but Joshua failed in that part and there arose a generation that did not know God. It is imparative that we reproduce or faith in the lives of others.

The Mentored Becoming the Mentor by Pastor Donny Granberry It is quite an honor to be with you at the conference on "Spiritual Fathers," and to be partnering with my Dad makes this a remarkable treat. It is a rare opportunity that your spiritual father and your natural father are one and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Encouragement Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 2, 2008

John 3:16 is known to all. Other 3:16 passages in the New Testament teach us important things about Jesus as well. This is Colossians 3:16

(based on a sermon series by Tom Ellsworth) SERIES: “THE OTHER 3:16’S” TEXT: COLOSSIANS 3:15-17 TITLE: “THE ENCOURAGEMENT OF JESUS” OPEN: A. Dr. Joe Harding used to tell a wonderful story about a man who decided to ask his boss for a raise. He had worried and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Exodus 22, 23 - What, You Mean God Is Interested In My Life? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 28, 2009

What these chapters say to me is that there is no part of my life that God is not interested in. He wants to guide my thinking and actions in terms of my relationships with others and with Him.

Exodus 22, 23 - God is interested in my life! My Mum suffered from corns on her foot. She was totally frustrated with this callused patch of hard, thickened skin and could not get relief. One day I invited her to Church and a woman spoke on healing. Invitations were given to come forward but my ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational