Sermons on Holy Week Wednesday:

B-Setting The Stage For The Spirit Of God-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 5, 2005

Part 2 of a 5-part sermon. Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of those acts which preceded the coming of the Holy Spirit in Jesus’ physical absence. 17 acts setting the stage for the Spirit of God.

B-Setting the Stage for the Spirit-II—Acts 1:4-8 Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of Jesus earthly acts/ministry as well as an account of those acts which preceded the coming of the Holy Spirit in His absence. How is the stage set for the acts of the Holy Spirit? 8 ways in which the Stage ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

He Paid It All

Contributed by William Hickman on Mar 29, 2007

There are some things that happened while Jesus was three days in the tomb.

He paid it all Luke 24:1-8 Rev. 1:18 Intro: The fact is, that our Lord is risen… There are some things that happened while Jesus was three days in the tomb. The whole life of Jesus is miraculous His Birth Jesus has always been. Gen. 1:26 And God said, Let us make man in our image, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Harry Potter Compromise

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 4, 2001

Spiritual Pornography

I do not, I cannot compromise on the issue of Harry Potter. And I am genuinely stunned at the extent to which most Christians do. I know many godly, wonderful Christians who are Christ-like in nearly every way in their lives - but mention Harry Potter, and you can see the stronghold. And it is a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 22:18, 2 Chronicles 34:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Awesome God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

OUR GOD IS AN AWESOME GOD: WORTHY OF OUR WORSHIP AND PRAISE

BIG IDEA: OUR GOD IS AN AWESOME GOD: WORTHY OF OUR WORSHIP AND PRAISE I. (:1-4) AWESOME IN HIS WORKS OF POWER Hymn: “O Worship the King, All Glorious Above” A. (:1-2) The Glory of His Name Calls for Glorious Praise B. (:3) The Greatness of His Power Calls for Joyful Submission even God’s enemies ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Sweet Aroma... Or A Foul Stench?

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Sep 27, 2001

Shows the ways in which our lives can be pleasing to God: repentance; genuine holiness from the heart; and offering our lives as a sacrifice to God.

When I was studying for this sermon, I found it very interesting the emphasis put on the sense of smell in Scripture. When we think of the most important senses, we may think of something like sight or hearing. In fact, if you had to give up one of your five senses, it might just be the sense of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The Pledge Of Our Inheritance" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 30, 2000

The Holy Spirit in us is a pledge of our rich inheritance in Christ. (#9 in the "Every Spiritual Blessing" series)

I remember as a boy, hearing a story of a man found starved to death in an alley somewhere in New York City. He had been without family, homeless and apparently friendless. When authorities were able to identify the corpse however, it was discovered that the man had unknowingly inherited in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14, Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Orthodox

The Biblical Demand For Growth

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 3, 2001

Christian Growth Series

1. 2 Peter 3:18 "But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" a. The life implanted in regeneration needs developing and nurturing. Paul’s favorite term for undeveloped Christians is "babes in Christ," whom he calls "carnal" Christians in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15, 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Man After God's Own Heart

Contributed by Alton Coleman on Aug 26, 2003

The kind of attitude God is looking for in His people.

A Man After God’s Own Heart Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 13:1-14 Scripture Text: 1 Samuel 13:14 But now thy kingdom shall not continue: the Lord hath sought him a man after his own heart, and the Lord hath commanded him to be captain over his people, because thou hast not kept that which ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God

As The World Turns

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Dec 13, 2011

I want Jesus to turn your life around

ISAIAH 4 : 2 Jesus writes messages and if he doesn’t reveal them, it’s still from the Lord. The carnal man is involved in being the best. Man has taken credit for his wisdom, and stare those down who step up to the plate; and he claims to like the stars that look like those who stepped ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 4:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sanctification Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 15, 2011

Sanctification

SO GREAT A SALVATION - Sanctification. It is vital to remember that this doctrine is not to be interpreted by experience, but rather by a careful consideration of all Scriptures bearing on the subject. I. Definition. The original words translated sanctify, sanctification, holy, holiness, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:32

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking The Yokes

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Apr 29, 2008

There is no reason for us to be bound by the yokes of bondage the devil puts on us.

Isaiah best describes the anointing of the Spirit. He sets the stage with a brief history lesson and in verse 24 he speaks the word of the Lord to the people of his day, “…do not be afraid of the Assyrians, who beat you with a rod and lift up a club against you, as Egypt did” (v. 24, NIV). It’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:24-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Were Spared, Exposed To The Fire, And Given

Contributed by Jerry Thorpe on May 1, 2008

God’s grace saved us from death hell and the grave. His Holy Spirit empowered us to lead others to Him. And He wants us to know who he really is.

Intro: God’s grace saved us from death hell and the grave. His Holy Spirit empowered us to lead others to Him. And He wants us to know who he really is. I. Exodus 1:22-2:11. We were sentenced to die. The devil doesn’t like it when God blesses us. He has hated mankind from the beginning. ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Right Mind Set Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on May 2, 2008

This sermon looks at the contrast between the spiritual and the fleshly mind. We who are redeemed need to be spiritually minded.

The Right Mind Set Griffith Baptist Church – 5/4/08 A.M. Service Text: Romans 8:5-8 Key verse: Romans 8:6 - For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. The Introduction A little boy that said to his dad, “Dad, why is the sky blue?” I don’t know son. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

How Can This Be?

Contributed by Dean Morgan on May 5, 2008

Have you ever been asked to do something and asked HOW? Has the Lord ever asked you to do something and you asked HOW?

Have you ever been asked to do something and asked HOW? Has the Lord ever asked you to do something and you asked HOW? Pay particular attention to verses 34 and 35: 34 Then Mary said to the angel, "How can this be, since I do not know a man?" 35 And the angel answered and said to her, "The Holy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pentecost; Desperate For His Presence

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 9, 2008

This message is for the Holy Spirit to be active in our lives. We can have transformed lives and tranform our city and community for Jesus

Pentecost; desperate for His presence Acts 1:1-4 2:1-12 Selective scriptures INTRO- HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY- I HOPE YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY WITH YOUR FAMILY WHATEVER YOU DECIDE TO DO. THE DAY OF PENTECOST AND MOTHER’S DAY FALLS ON THE SAME DAY THIS ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene