Sermons on Hold Back:

Tossing The Junk Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005

Holding on the right things and getting of the wrong things keeps life simpler and more fulfilling. This is the discipine of Christian discernment.

Tossing the Junk Philippians 1:9-11; 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22; Romans 12:9 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: It was one of those scenes you only see on television. For Rick’s sake, I was glad no cameras showed up. I knew Rick had some ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Truth Or Dare Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on May 31, 2008

The church must hold to the right doctrine. In Pergamos, they held to the name of Christ, but it had no content or real meaning to them.

As the messenger who was carrying this letter from the island of Patmos where John wrote it, he would have come to Ephesus first. He would have stayed there while it was read and then left them a copy. Then he would have headed north to Smyrna and done the same thing. The third stop on his ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jordan River Crossing Principles

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

How to get back across the Jordan after your mentor has been taken.

2 Kings 2:8-14 KJV And Elijah took his mantle, and wrapped it together, and smote the waters, and they were divided hither and thither, so that they two went over on dry ground. [9] And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:8-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be A Man

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 18, 2023

Father's Day Sermon calling men back to Biblical masculinity

Be A Man Father’s Day CCCAG 6-18-23 Scripture- Joshua 1:1-9 This Father's Day morning I'm going to be giving everyone here, but especially the men some practical tools that we need to develop or redevelop quickly in these last days. But this is not just for the men Ladies, these three ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Burn The Ships Series

Contributed by Dennis Cummins on Oct 18, 2006

We can become so consumed with holding onto things that we think fulfill us that we miss holding onto the one that can fulfill us. This series can be viewed or listened on Itunes under ExperienceChurch.tv or on our website at www.experiencechurch.tv in

American Idols – 3 Burn the ships Have you wondered why we tend to miss the obvious… Here are some claims that were put on Pastors resumes. • "In the five churches I have faithfully served over the past two years ..." • "My hobbies are pit bulls and automatic weapons." • "I am willing to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Believe In Healing

Contributed by George Rennau on Aug 19, 2003

God’s word declares the reality of divine healing. Some people hold extreme views of the doctrine.

TITLE: I BELIEVE IN HEALING I came across an article in Christianity today called A SURGEONS VIEW OF DIVINE HEALING The Doctor who wrote the article had some important things to say, but I believe he represented an extreme view of God and his activity in the world today. – In that article the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:26, Psalm 103:2-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Demonstrating A Love For Christ

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Jan 18, 2004

An exegetical study of Christ’s reinstatement of Peter as told by John, focusing on the lessons it holds for us today.

Demonstrating A Love for Christ Scripture Ref: John 21:15-22 Additional References: The Bible Knowledge Commentary Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible Barnes’ Notes on the New Testament 1. Introduction a. We love to sing the hymn, “Oh, How I Love Jesus”; but how much do you ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-22

Faith To Make It Through Another Year

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Jan 8, 2007

We need a faith that holds under pressure. Three thing to rely on to make our faith stronger.

FAITH TO MAKE IT THROUGH ANOTHER YEAR Text: Romans 5: 1-11 We are all heading into a New Year. There is nothing to good about the outlook of what we could be facing in the coming months. There is uncertainty on every hand! The world is far from peaceful. We feel the increase of living ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Storm

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 17, 2002

When Storms beat against the boat of your life whaat do you have to hold to?

THE PERFECT STORM Place: Allendale Baptist Date: October, 14,2001 Read Mark 4:35-41 Introduction October 1991 a fishing boat named the Andrea Gail sailed from a New England port to fish for swordfish. On their return, in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean they faced a hurricane named Grace. Waves ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Progression Of Sin Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

SIN'S POWER PROGRESSES FROM MISDIRECTED WORSHIP TO TOTAL CONFUSION AS IT ESCALATES ITS HOLD ON OUR LIVES

Romans 1:18-32 – Progression of Sin in Gentiles 18. For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; 19. Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath showed it unto them. 20. For ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Church Of God

Satans Best Weapons Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Oct 27, 2011

Thi slesson will show how we can get a foot hold on fear and not be paralyzed in our life.

Yesterday we talked about “Worry” as a tactic Satan can use to keep us off balance and steal our joy. Today we will be talking about fear. Worry can take away our joy but fear can paralyze us. I have a horrible fear of heights or should I say being on top of a high building. “I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:25

What Must I Do? Repent Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 28, 2013

John Wesley's charge, "You have nothing to do but save souls," still holds true today.

WHAT MUST I DO? REPENT ACTS 20:18-21 Big Idea: Jesus’ church is commissioned to share the Gospel with the world; that is our single greatest reason for existence. INTRO: In his book “The Best Kept Secret of Christian Mission” John Dickson writes about his introduction to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:18-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Keep Your Eyes On Him!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 7, 2013

If we would hold on to some of these truths that are found in these few verses, we could shake the walls of hell!

John 6:1-7 Verse 2-Then a great multitude followed Him Why, because they thought He was the Son of God? Why, because they thought He was the lamb of God? Why, because they loved Him? Why, because they wanted to worship Him? No…Because they saw His signs which He performed on those who ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Leadership Defined

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Jul 5, 2008

Jesus outlines to His disciples just what it takes to become a leader and to hold a high position in a church.

Matthew 20:20 Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons came to Jesus with her sons and, kneeling down, asked a favor of him. (21) "What is it you want?" he asked. She said, "Grant that one of these two sons of mine may sit at your right and the other at your left in your kingdom." (22) "You don’t know ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

A Case For The Risen Christ

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 19, 2012

How would the available evidence for the Resurrection hold up in a court of law? A simple look at the evidence for the resurrection.

A Case for the Risen Christ Intro: How important is the resurrection? One Theologian said “…the evidence for Jesus’ resurrection is so strong that nobody would question it except for two things: First, it is a very unusual event. And second, if you believe it happened, you have to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God