Sermons on Holy One Of Israel:

The Message Of First John

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. First John: Rare glimpse into Church of late first century. a. Probably written to churches in Ephesus/Asia. 1) Reason: By John who is linked to Ephesus. 2) Strong early church tradition; Rev. 1:9. b. Written in a time of false teaching. 1) Church growing; Apostles disappearing; ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

How Jesus Mentored His Disciples

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus made sure that beyond truth taught, the disciples acquired the right attitude toward God and their ministries.

1. Jesus made sure that beyond truth taught, the disciples acquired the right attitude toward God and their ministries. The Lord Jesus knew that it was not enough for the disciples to learn ideas without embracing the best disposition found in their Master. Jesus said, "If you hold - develop deep ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can The Lord Help Me Overcome Stifling Bureaucracy?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

What should my Biblical response be to heavy bureaucracy? Bureaucracy - Oppressive and inflexible adminstration.

What should my Biblical response be to heavy bureaucracy? Bureaucracy - Oppressive and inflexible adminstration. 1. Ask the Lord for the grace to comply with stated regulations and procedures. Paul writes, "Do you want to be free from fear ofthe one in authority? Then do what is right and he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fear The Lord And Be Delivered From All Your Fears Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THOSE WHO FEAR THE LORD PRAISE HIM CONTINUALLY FOR HIS DELIVERANCE FROM DESPERATE SITUATIONS

BIG IDEA: THOSE WHO FEAR THE LORD PRAISE HIM CONTINUALLY FOR HIS DELIVERANCE FROM DESPERATE SITUATIONS I. (:1-3) PRAISE = OUR PRIMARY MISSION Do you ever wonder what God’s will is for your life? To Praise Him all the time! A. (:1) Bless the Lord for Rescuing You / Don’t Blame the Lord for your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Get Help In Times Of Trouble

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Everyone's life is filled with troubles, either from within or from without.

Everyone's life is filled with troubles, either from within or from without. One man became so troubled that he decided to end his life. Just as he was about to throw himself over a cliff he heard a man call out to him, "Please Sir. Before you throw yourself off that cliff can I please have your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:39-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rewards Of Faith

Contributed by V. David Sedaca on Oct 18, 2000

Perhaps the greatest subject in the entire Bible is that of faith.

Perhaps the greatest subject in the entire Bible is that of faith. Because in faith we believe the world had it's beginning. It is faith that is the start of a new life in Christ. It is faith that allows us to live in this ungodly world. And it is the one thing that will help us to leave this world ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Baptist

Trophy Case Christians

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Your trophies and accomplishments will not get you into heaven. There is no salvation outside of Jesus Christ.

TROPHY CASE CHRISTIANITY TEXT: Luke 18:9-14 INTRODUCTION: I was visiting a man in his home when I noticed a large glass case that was filled with trophies. There were trophies for bowling, trophies for racing cars, trophies for hitting home runs at softball, and many others. Each one had this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Thanks To Calvary

Contributed by Kevin Mathis on Oct 18, 2000

Remember the old saying: So-and-so "wears their religion on their sleeve".

Remember the old saying: So-and-so "wears their religion on their sleeve". What that means is they make sure you see everything they do and make sure you know they're "Godly" and Christians. All should know you're saved, but they should know how you got it and who gave it to you. So many want to be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:12-16

How Jesus Occasionally Used Unconventional Methods

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus knew that the conventional religious methods of His day were failing to accomplish God's purposes.

1. Jesus knew that the conventional religious methods of His day were failing to accomplish God's purposes. He identified both personal and organizational Pharisaical tendency to view people through the law rather than through grace. Jesus knew that the Pharisees' values were rooted in their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pathway

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 25, 2001

Jesus provides our path to the Father

The Pathway John 14:1-6 August 2, 1998 Morning Service INTRODUCTION I. Fiske Planetarium A. Director’s Gimmick: Fiske Planetarium on the University of Colorado, An effort to raise money for the planetarium was done, the director produced brochures and flyers about the sale of 1,000 acre lots for a ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Under Construction

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001

GOD IS STILL WORKING ON US...

“Under construction” Phil 1:6 Intro: Many may look at this steel bar and see nothing to it. A). Others may see a steel bar that has a limited use at best. B). A blacksmith sees this as a $10 horseshoe. C). A manufacturer sees this as $350 worth of sewing needles. D). A watch maker can turn this ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Comfort In The Greatness Of God

Contributed by Keith Harms on Dec 6, 2000

God’s children can find comfort in the greatness of God.

Comfort in the Greatness of God Keith Harms livingWORD Assembly of God INTRODUCTION: Bret Farve steps up behind the center. A short hut! - hut-hut! And the ball is snapped. Immediately there’s a violent blend of yellow and green with navy and orange as the Bears defense pushes the Packer ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:12-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Entertaining Angels Or Charlies?

Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Dec 19, 2000

How to see God’s angels in both the spiritual as well as the day to day sense.

Nov 26 morning Service Hebrews 13:1-6 Entetaining Angels, or Charlies? What exactly is an angel? We hear of angelic beings and their intercession in times of great despair and tragedy. We read of the messages they ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Going Through The Fire

Contributed by Dennis Jones on Feb 16, 2003

Sometimes we feel like we are going through a lot of unnecessary hard times. Some people like to say they are going through the fire.

Sometimes we feel like we are going through a lot of unnecessary hard times. Some people like to say they are going through the fire. My bible tells me that God will be there for me any time any place. Even in the middle of the fire like He was for Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego. Open with ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-6, Daniel 3:12-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Be-Attitudes - Part V Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 18, 2003

God blesses those who are merciful.

This morning we will be continuing our look at the "Be-Attitudes." These words of our Lord give us direction for being all that He would have us to be. Today we will be examining mercy as found in Matthew 5:7. Matthew 5:7 (CEV) God blesses those people who are merciful. They will be treated ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7, Matthew 18:23-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational