Sermons on His Own Glory And Excellence:

The Bible Is Full Of Contradictions Series

Contributed by David Cambridge on May 10, 2003

Those who don’t want to believe will often give the excuse, ’The Bible is full of contradictions’. This lesson analysis the question and considers whether the statement is true or false.

Answering Criticisms “The Bible Is Full Of Contradictions” Introduction 1. When talking to people about the Bible, the objection is often raised, “The Bible is full of contradictions”. 2. In this lesson, we shall analyze what is meant by this statement and consider whether or not it is true. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

That Settles It Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Jul 9, 2003

Part 12 in a Sermon Series on the 119th Psalm

That Settles It! Part 12 Sermon Series: A Word about the Word Date: June 1, 2003 P.M Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Psalm 119: 89-96 Introduction Growing up I often heard this saying, “as sure as shooting”, or “you can count on that”. How about “as sure as day turns into night.” What is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96

Denomination: Baptist

What A Day

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 9, 2003

50 days after Penticost the Holy Spirit poured out upon the church.

What a day. Acts 2:1 -- 41. 04/21/02 On December 7, 1941 Pearl Harbor was bombed and world war 2 begin. That is one of the sad days we remember in American history. You might call December 7,1941 the birthday of World War II. Years before the war, a young maiden gave birth to a baby ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Baptist

Sink Or Swim

Contributed by Trevor Pugh on Jul 19, 2003

A small study on Matthew 14:22-33. Concentrates on showing the importance of focusing on Christ. Appropriate for an evening sermon.

(Use this sermon with the sanctuary totally dark, with only a large cross before the crowd. The cross should be lit, or have a light focused on it. Worship leader and speaker should be out of sight, and the crowd should be focusing totally on the cross.) “Sink or Swim?” Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Positive Side Of The Ten Commandments: The Fifth Commandment

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2002

The hidden motive back of each commandment is worship. Since everything a Christian does should praise God, all of the Ten Commandments revolve around worshipping God.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT IS LEFT OUT? “Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee” (Ex. 20:12). 1. Love is natural. Why is there no command for parents to love children or respect them? 2. Love is reflected in giving. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Boards And The Believers

Contributed by Jacob Holmes on Nov 26, 2002

How God, through typification, teaches us Basic truths applicable to a Christian life.

"The Boards And the Believers" Introduction: IN THIS passage of scripture, we find that Moses is still at work, sending out the edict of the tabrenacle with the LORD commanded him to build. He Intricately instructs on every detail, of every part of that sacred sanctuary; From the Laver ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 26:15-29

Denomination: Church Of God

The Revival Kings # 2 Jehoshaphat Series

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 4, 2002

Second in a series on the OT revivals in Judah. King Jehoshaphat

THE REVIVAL KINGS #2 Jehoshaphat II CHRON. 17-20 THE KING WHO WAS NEAR-SIGHTED Introduction Here we have the story of a king who was very godly but lacked the ability to see far off. He was godly but not wise in the long term. To be far-sighted means you can¡¦t see clearly up close. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Men And Women Still Seek Him

Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 11, 2002

If we are wise people we can say with conviction, "we have come to worship".

Wise Men (and Women) Still Seek Him 1. Revisit the familiar story of the Magi. a. Called 3 kings or 3 wise men. Could have been 2 or 4 or 20 b. Pretty sure men & not women c. Wise women would have: 2. History of Wise Men – little is known a. Magi – plural for magus, Matt. Tells us more ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Challenge To Ministering To The Lost Effectively

Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Jan 16, 2003

A simple outline of how to communicate effectively to the lost.

By; Pastor Ron Crandall Text: Prov 11:30 30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise. (NIV) Dan 12:3 3 Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars for ever and ever. (NIV) As we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Firstfruits Of All Thine Increase: Lesson 2-Tithe Your Time

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 20, 2003

"All the tithe of the land, whether of the seed of the land, or of the fruit of the tree is the Lord’s" (Lev. 27:30).

A. INTRODUCTION 1. What does the Lord expect of us? The tithe. "Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in Mine house, and prove Me now herewith, saith the Lord of Host, if I will not open you the windows of Heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's Day

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 31, 2003

Honoring your mother on Mother’s Day.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT IS LEFT OUT? "Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee" (Ex. 20:12). 1.Love is natural. Why is there no command for parents to love children or respect them? 2.Love is reflected in giving. Why is there ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Influence Of Mothers

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 3, 2003

Mothers positively influence our lives in many ways.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. What comes to mind at Mother’s Day? School’s out, springtime, graduation, anticipation. 2. What is the strength of a godly mother? Christ, love, sacrifice. 3. What do we do on Mother’s Day? Celebration, meal, flowers, happiness. 4. What should happen to us on Mother’s Day? ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 6: What We Believe About The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 3, 2003

Series: Foundational doctrines of the Bible

A. WHO IS THE HOLY SPIRIT? 1. The Holy Spirit is God. More than one hundred names and titles of the Holy Spirit in Scripture describe Him in divine terms. a. God (Acts 5:4). b. Spirit of God (Gen. 1:2). c. Spirit of the Lord God (Isa. 61:1). 2. The personality of the Holy Spirit involves ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Its Your Pea Patch

Contributed by David Dailey on Feb 7, 2003

Standing your ground spiritually

Have you felt like you have resisted the devil so long you don’t know if you can resist anymore? That having done all to stand, you have stood, but don’t think you can stand much more? Have you started praying, God, I don’t care if I overcome, just let me survive? I think most of us have reached ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Papa's Got A Brand New Bag (3)

Contributed by Shane Brooks on May 5, 2005

Praise and Worship opens the door for new revelation.

Isaiah 43:18 God’s ready to do a new thing in us If you get complacent during this journey of life- Never get anything new IF praise bothers you- you cant really read the bible Every time in the bible- when God was moving- Accompanied by praise Ezra- temple people crying and shouting----- Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational