Sermons on Hope Deferred:

The Holy Spirit In The Process Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 13, 2013

How the Holy Spirit works in the process of salvation

I’d like to begin this morning by sharing my testimony about my walk with Jesus. And then when I finish, I want to ask you some questions about that testimony. My walk with Jesus began as an infant. Although I obviously don’t remember it, I was christened at Our Saviour’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Baptist

God's Response To Our Storms

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 17, 2013

This message focuses on how we allow the spiritual storms of our lives to paralyze us and take and/or delay us from accomplishing what God has for our lives.

God’s Answer To Our Storms Scripture: Isa. 53:1; 1 Sam. 17:10-47; 2 Chron. 20:1-15; Luke 8:22-25 Introduction: Isaiah 53:1 says “Who has believed our message? And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed?” In this prophecy Isaiah prophesied about Christ and the life He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:5-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Melchizedek Series

Contributed by Justin Ford on Sep 5, 2013

A message considering who Melchizedek, how he is connected to Jesus and why he should matter to us!

MELCHIZEDEK (Internet links are to images which were later used in a PowerPoint presentation) •OK, let’s start off with a little Bible Pop Quiz this morning •Let’s find out who the Bible Geniuses are! Q: Who is Melchizedek? (Fade in 1 at a time) A.) Another name for the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:17-23

Denomination: Baptist

Too Graced To Be Two-Faced Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

THE ART OF STUMBLING When Peter’s behavior didn’t line up with the gospel, Paul confronted him publicly.

INTRODUCTION Someone sent me a list of popular sayings third graders were asked to complete. Their surprise endings made me smile. 1. Better safe than punch a fifth grader. 2. Strike while the bug is close. 3. It’s always darkest before Daylight Savings Time. 4. Don’t bite the hand ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

From Slaves To Siblings Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

Do you realize how much God really loves you? The answer to that question has to be, "No." Because you can never comprehend the height, the breadth, and the depth of God's love for you.

INTRODUCTION Unless you’re an only child, you grew up with siblings—brothers and sisters. I have an older sister and a younger brother. I’m a middle child, that’s why I’m so well adjusted. If you’re a middle child you know what I mean: In the petty fights that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Your Days Are Numbered Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 26, 2013

In these last days we need to respect the enemy, respect the holy, respect godly counsel, and respect the Lord Himself.

Your Days Are Numbered (Daniel 5) Last year (2012), a South Carolina funeral home opened a “Coffee Corner right there in the home.” It had a fireplace, a TV, a free WI-FI connection, and it was stocked with Starbucks coffee. The funeral home director said that he hoped it would help ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Solitude 101

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 7, 2013

1) The Call to Solitude (Mark 6:30-31), and 2) The Challenge of Solitude (Mark 6:32-33), 3) The Compassion of Solitude (Mark 6:34)

Those who are successful learn how to be alone. Whether it is an artist with a canvas, an author staring at a page, a teacher making out a lesson plan or a businessperson reviewing accounts, they know that certain things must be done alone. From that time alone a painting can be put on public ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Other

Is What Sounds Good Always Good?

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Jan 18, 2016

What pleases the ear is not always sound doctrine; yet, what pleases the ear is what people want to hear. What is sound doctrine regarding Jesus' return?

Illustration: What sounds good does not always end up being good. By the time the Nazis came to power in January 1933, the German people were totally fed-up with the incompetence and corruption of law enforcement under the Weimar Republic. Hitler, on the other hand, posed as a champion of law and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:29-31

Denomination: Christian Church

The Pentecostal's Conversion Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 22, 2016

This lesson establishes that Peter's preaching on the Day of Pentecost resulted in 3000 souls becoming Christians. It addresses the false notion that “it doesn’t matter what you believe, as long as your heart is right.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Pentecostal’s Reprove 2. The Pentecostal’s Request 3. The Pentecostal’s Response Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss a theme: “The Pentecostal’s Conversion.” This lesson is one of several that will deal with the Acts of Conversions, as seen ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Balanced Watchfulness

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 29, 2016

Does the word of God tell us how to handle the changing times? Yes, through principles set forth in the Bible. This message examines two directives that may at first appear to contradict one another. In reality they provide a balance.

Balanced Watchfulness
 7-19-15 (www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) We will begin ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-6

Denomination: Charismatic

Why Baptize? Series

Contributed by David Holwick on Mar 20, 2014

The proper attitude toward baptism.

Rev. David Holwick First Baptist Church Ledgewood, New Jersey November 10, 2002 WHY BAPTIZE? 1 Corinthians 1:11-17 ________________________________________ My brothers, some from Chloe’s household have informed for me that there are quarrels among you. What I mean is this. One of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Sign Of The Savior Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 7, 2009

1) The Meaning of the Sign. 2) The Miracle of the Sign. 3) The Message of the Sign.

Twenty years ago today on Dec. 6, 1989, a gunman entered a classroom in Montreal’s École Polytechnique. He separated the men from the women, then shot the women, shouting, “I hate feminists!” as he did so. Fourteen young women died. Ten more were injured. Four men were also shot. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-17

Denomination: Other

What Must We Do? Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Apr 11, 2012

So what does Scripture say is necessary for a person to be saved? What are the non-negotiables, the things that don’t require any interpretation? Well, as always let’s go to the source of all matters of Christian faith and practice, the Bible. And let’s n

There was man named Simon who was a sorcerer or magician in Samaria. People thought he was great and he thought he was great. But then Phillip comes along, a nobody really, and he preaches the good news and also did many signs and miracles. And in Acts chapter 8 it says after seeing all this, even ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-24

Society Transformed

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 31, 2012

The wickedness of society must lead to divine intervention. Let the people of God be righteous and godly.

“The wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth. For what can be known about God is plain to them, because God has shown it to them. For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

Rebuilding Faith - United Focus Series

Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 5, 2012

The "Rebuilding Faith" series focuses on seven steps to renewing our faith. Using the example and ministry of Nehemiah, participants will walk one step per week closer to a renewal of faith. Diagram for series available at "http://www.michaelrhodge.com".

REBUILDING FAITH Seven Steps to Experiencing a Renewal of Faith by Rev. Michael R. Hodge Session Four: “Staying the Course” (United Focus) Scripture Focus: Nehemiah 6:1-4, 10-16 Source: One of the resources in this week’s session is a message by Pastor Brian Bill of ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:1-16

Denomination: Baptist