Sermons on Holy Priesthood:

The Door To Abundant Life.

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Oct 25, 2013

Contrary to what some might say or believe, there is only one door to abundant life, and that door is Jesus.

First Church of God in Harvey Sunday Morning October 23rd, 2011 Let us pray Welcome... This is the day which the Lord hath made, we will rejoice and be glad in it. Are you glad to be in the house of God one more time? Are you glad that you are still alive despite what you might have gone ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Solution Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 12, 2012

Perhaps it's time for us as Christians to move out of our advisory mindset and into soiling our hands in the work of transformation.

“A Nation Under God: The Solution” Jer. 3:6-4:4 As a story goes, there was once an elderly man who used to get up regularly at the prayer meeting in his church, always with the same prayer: “Use me, Lord, use me – in some advisory capacity!” Whether or not ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Pleasing Life Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012

These proverbs give us good guidance in considering how to live a life that is pleasing to the Sovereign Lord.

Introduction In the previous verses we learned that God is in control of this world and our lives, and that he does punish the wicked. Keeping those things in mind, it is good to consider how to live a life that is pleasing to the Sovereign Lord. These proverbs give us good guidance in that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:6-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Need A Boost?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 17, 2012

We could all use a little boost every now and then. Some synonyms for “boost” are: improve, make better, advance. Sound refreshing? Sound invigorating?

NEED A BOOST? INTRODUCTION: We could all use a little more encouragement in our lives, don’t you think? We get run-down, we get disheartened. We wonder if what we’re doing really matters to anyone. We could all use a little boost every now and then. No, not the energy drink, although ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Way To Joy

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jul 21, 2012

They Christian's way to a Joyful life

My way to Joy Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5:10 ILL. There he stood, in the midst of the Golden Corral restaurant, with Thousand Island dressing dripping from his hair, over his glasses, down his face, all over his jacket, pants, & shoes. And I’m not talking about a little bit of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walking With Wisdom Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 23, 2012

Do you wish to be wise? Would you like to discern God’s will and use your time wisely? Our text wants that for you.

Introduction Do you wish to be wise? Do you wish to make wise decisions? Would you like to give wise counsel? Would you like to discern God’s will and use your time wisely? Our text wants that for you. Let’s see what wisdom we can gain from it. Text We are about to close out this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Chooses Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 23, 2012

God has chosen, is still choosing and His desire is for us to choose Him...

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 20, 2012 Date Preached: July 22, 2012 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Series Title: A Journey thru Romans Sermon Title: God Chooses Sermon Text: Romans 11:1-10 [NLT] Introduction: Have you ever stopped to think about God and what He has dealt with since ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Reconciliation: From Outsiders To Insiders

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 23, 2012

God is in the business of reconciing people to people and people to Himself.

Title: Reconciliation: From Outsiders to Insiders Text: Ephesians 2:11-22 Thesis: God is in the business of reconciling people to people and people to himself. Introduction It is not as though we are uninformed and unaware of the evil in our world. It is kind of like the Whack-a-Mole ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Standing Firm Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 23, 2012

Just what is the spiritual battle that we wage?

Introduction The new commander had cause to be nervous. His predecessor was now dead. That commander had led the nation through a hostile wilderness; he now must lead them into the very stronghold of the enemy. He must wage battle against rulers and authorities, against the powerful forces that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Peter Did Right Series

Contributed by Jackie Barker on Jul 24, 2012

Failure is not final. Looking at the reinstatement of Peter, we see that we can go back to Jesus and be used by him. John 21

“When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you truly love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he said , “you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.” Again Jesus said, “Simon son of John, do ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Glorious Joy Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 27, 2012

A presentation of the glorious joy that awaits believers.

In our previous chapter we looked at the living hope into which Christians are born. That hope is possessing the inheritance of the kingdom of God, of dwelling with God forever – a day that will come when Christ returns. Peter reflects further on what this inheritance entails and how it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Redemption Applied Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 30, 2012

Presents how Christ's redemption works in us.

In our previous passage, we looked at the subject of redemption, specifically what it means and how it is made. It means to make a ransom payment, to buy one’s freedom. In our case, a payment is made to free us from the slavery of sin. This payment was made by the blood of Christ. He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Where Are The 9?

Contributed by Pastor David T. Diskin on Aug 6, 2012

Jesus healed 10 men, but only 1 returned to thank Him. When is the last time you thanked Jesus for something He accomplished in your life?

Pray. This morning I want us to look at one of Jesus’ many miracles recorded in the Bible. The last verse in the book of John says this, And there are also many things which Jesus did, the which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:12-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In The Beginning God

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 16, 2013

Genesis 1:1 is the foundation of our faith and understanding of God. Here's why...

“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” Genesis 1:1 ESV[i] is a straightforward account of the origins of the universe. This verse is so simple, a child can understand it. Yet in all its simplicity and clarity, men in recent centuries have struggled to accept this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: *other

What's Up God

Contributed by Tom Feola on Aug 25, 2013

Many times we go through life and stuff happens and we wonder, what's going on. In this series will see how it's not God that brings the problems but the enemy and how God gets us through it.

WHAT’S UP GOD! Galatians 6:7-9 (NKJV) Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. 8 For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life. 9 And let us not grow weary ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational