Sermons on Hope In Despair:

The Reality Of Revival

Contributed by Peter Bines on Jul 24, 2006

Whta is revival and what are it’s true characteristics? Let’s explore through Habbakuk what it’s about and stir our hearts to cry to God for His powerful work in our day.

HABBAKUK CH 3 V 2 INTRODUCTION One modern religious scholar has said: ‘…we will not see the large scale revival’s that were witnessed, for example, during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries…There is simply not the required sociological, psychological and spiritual soil needed for such ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:2, Habakkuk 3:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fly High - Acts Part 8 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 27, 2006

The book of Acts showed that Jesus used ordinary men like Peter who were filled with the Spirit to heal people and even raise people from the dead so that “Power evangelism” would break out and lead multitudes to the Lord.

“Fly High” – Acts part 8 On the lighter side of life: It’s all in how you see yourself (picture) Thesis: The book of Acts showed that Jesus used ordinary men like Peter who were filled with the Spirit to heal people and even raise people from the dead so that “Power evangelism” would break out ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Can Run But You Can't Hide Series

Contributed by Mike Garner on Jul 29, 2006

What happens when you don’t want to do what God wants you to do? The book of Jonah reveals God’s tenacious love and severe mercy to His confused and rebellious servants.

Introduction If you went to the mall and asked 100 people, “What’s the story of Jonah all about?” Most (all?) would answer: “Jonah and the _______” – and they’d be wrong! First, “whale” is never mentioned in the book at all – “great fish” Second, neither this fish nor Jonah is principal ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Marching To A Different Drummer

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 30, 2006

We follow a holy, warrior God who extends favor.

MARCHING TO A DIFFERENT DRUMMER Joshua 6.1-27 S: Warfare C: Destruction of sin; extension of grace Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE FOLLOW A HOLY, WARRIOR GOD WHO EXTENDS FAVOR. TS: We will find in our study of Joshua 6 how the Israelites were able to overtake the formidable fortress of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Praising And Loving God Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 2, 2006

In this sermon, which is another in the series on "Keys to Spiritual Growth," we look at two more keys that will help you grow spiritually.

Scripture Today we continue in my sermon series on “Keys to Spiritual Growth.” My foundational text for this series is 2 Peter 3:18: "But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen" (2 Peter 3:18). Introduction Several years ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Helpful Habits Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Aug 3, 2006

A series exploring body life behaviors encouraged by Paul in I Timothy. This first message explores our lifestyle witness.

Today we are starting a new series entitled, “Behaving Like Believers.” The question we are asking in this series is, “Does life inside the church look any different than life outside the church?” Or another way to ask it might be, “Do Christian’s lives look any different than those who do not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Wrestling With Our Riches Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Aug 3, 2006

A series exploring body life behaviors encouraged by Paul in I Timothy. This message explores admonishments to those of us with money to learn to live generously.

Anyone have to fill up your car this week with gas? Did you find it painful? Anyone top $50? Well, let me ease your pain just a bit. If you think a gallon of gas is expensive, let me put things in perspective. A Diet Snapple - 16 oz. for $1.29 or $10.32 per gallon Lipton Ice Tea - 16 oz. for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

God Gives Me Freedom Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Aug 15, 2006

God promises He can give us freedom. What does He gives us freedom from? We’ll see 3 things God gives us freedom from.

Intro: (Show On Star/On Board Video) -There’s something really cool and yet really frightening @ “On Star.” But it’s really neat to think that help is only a button away when you’re in your car. It’s my hope that thru the month of July you’ll discover that Jesus is even better than “On ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Tragedy Of The Unopened Gift Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Dec 28, 2005

Everyone is given gifts and talents to use for the upbuilding of the Kingdom, and we need to do our best to use those gifts and not waste them

“Tragedy of the Unopened Gift” Introduction: The Antiques Road Show is an interesting television show to watch. Every now and then on the show a person will come in with something they have had for many years, maybe a family heirloom that they thought was worthless, and a antique expert will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Made It To Heaven Now What

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 7, 2006

This sermon deals with believers going before the judgment seat of Christ to give an account of their lives.

I Made It To Heaven, Now What GNLCC 11/13/2005 Ecclesiastes 12:1-14 2 Corinthians 5:6-10 Let’s suppose one cold day you were down at Lake Erie and you saw a fisherman fall out of his boat not too far from shore. He yelled out help, “I can’t swim. Somebody help me.” You’re a pretty ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Approach Decision Making Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Jan 8, 2006

Looking at how Jesus made decisions

Making Good Decisions - Luke 6:12-15 Gladstone Baptist Church - 14/11/04 What do you do when you are facing a large decision? It may be a decision about your career. Do I pursue a promotion or not? Should I look for another Job? Should I get a job? For you students, maybe you have to decide ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Controlling Desires Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jan 17, 2006

All true churches are made up of Christians who want to see the hand of God working first in their lives, so they can be made usable to Him. Second, they want to be empowered by the Holy Spirit so they can fulfill their part in the “Great Commission.”

Turn Your Bibles to 1 Corinthians 3:6,8-9 Title: Controlling Desires Theme: Beware of Becoming a Controlling Laborer Series: Laboring Together With God Introduction: A God-loving, Word-filled disciple-maker will be more concerned about his spiritual heart than about any unpleasant ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Day Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 21, 2006

Every Day is a Day of the Lord, a judgment day; Christians are to be always aware that the Lord is watching and remain ready for the Great and Terrible Day of the Lord, God will protect and aid us in suffering.

Malachi 3__13 to 4__6 Proper 28C THE DAY OF THE LORD Gospel: Luke 21:5-19 The Old Testament lesson brings once again to our attention a familiar theme in the Bible. Why does the righteous suffer? More than 1000 and perhaps nearly 1500 years had passed from the time God Almighty called Moses ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

A Lesson Worth Learning

Contributed by William Noel on Jan 29, 2006

3 Lessons in how to deal with bad things happening to good people.

“A Lesson Worth Learning” Romans 8:28 Saturday January 28, 2006 at 8:37 am That’s when the Lord gave me this message, a message He wants you to hear. That was just one day and three hours ago. Up until that time, I knew not what I would say to you this morning In the past, I would have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Missing Ingredient Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jan 29, 2006

We are to be devoted to prayer.

A PEOPLE WITH PURPOSE: THE MISSING INGREDIENT Acts 2:42-47 S: Church C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE ARE TO BE DEVOTED TO PRAYER. ?: How? How do we act when we are devoted to prayer? KW: Approaches TS: We will find in our study of Scripture three approaches that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist