Sermons on Hope In God:

Transfiguration

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 8, 2004

Jesus’ mountaintop experience - the Transfiguration

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a high mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became dazzling white.” (Matt. 17:1–2) The transfiguration preceded Jesus’ time ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

This Yoke's For You

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005

Jesus promises help in bearing the burdens of our days.

This Yoke’s For You – Matthew 11: 25 - 30 Intro: Have you ever known a person who was so smart, they were stupid? “If you had a brain, you would play with it.” “Book” knowledge vs. “common sense.” I. Three wisdom sayings of Jesus. Verse 25 & 26 – There is a difference between the “wise” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

5 Things In Hell That Ought To Be In Every Church

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 2, 2002

An evangelistic message to motivate the church to witnessing

FIVE THINGS IN HELL THAT SHOULD BE IN EVERY CHURCH Luke 16:19-31 INTRO: The Scriptures we have just read is a very familiar passage of Scripture to us. We all know the story about Lazarus and the rich man, but there are some deeper thoughts we would do well to think about today. In light of this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Tongues

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 10, 2001

A Study of the nature, origin and purpose of the miraculous Gift of Tongues.

I.Definition. The ability, by guidance of the Holy Spirit, to speak another language without its having been learnt. ACTS 2:4-11; 1 CORINTHIANS 14:9-11. II.Origin. A. For the Apostles - the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. ACTS 1:1-5,8; 2:1-4. B. Other early Christians - via the laying on of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:22-23, Acts 2:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

71%

Contributed by Johnny Bley on Aug 30, 2002

Five of the seven churches in Revelation were called to repent. What we need today is REPENTAL instead of Revival.

“71%” Revelation 2:1-3:22 Next week will begin our revival services, but I pray that revival has already begun. Some of you may wonder if we need revival as a church or even as an individual. Why do we have revivals? Have our revival services become just two additional days during the week ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get Rich

Contributed by Robert Travis on Jun 27, 2001

If you get, you must learn to give

How to Get Rich PROVERBS 11:23-28 (Proverbs 11:23-28) The desire of the righteous is only good: but the expectation of the wicked is wrath. There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to poverty. The liberal soul shall be made ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Callousing Of The North American Church

Contributed by David Smith on Jul 11, 2001

Addressing the whys of hard hearts in the pews - and out

The Callousing of the North American Church Mark 16:14 Afterward he appeared unto the eleven as they sat at meat, and upbraided them with their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they believed not them which had seen him after he was risen. (KJV) Illustration - John’s first day at work ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:14, Hosea 10:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Does It Mean To Be A Christian?

Contributed by David Smith on Jul 15, 2001

A look at what being a Christian is, and is not

What does it mean to be a Christian? Matt 16:24 - 27 KJV-- disciple. 3101 mathetes (math-ay-tes’); from 3129; a learner, i.e. pupil: I - What does to mean to be a Christian? A - To love God? 1 - many profess such 2 - their actions will either prove or deny this claim John 14:15 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Worse Than Leprosy..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jan 4, 2006

A few sweet words and a little bit of kindness can coax the hottest iron out of a fire. So it is with gratitude. Let’s examine this truth together in Lukes story of the ten lepers!

Introduction I read recently of the story of the man who was betrayed by one he thought was his best friend. He went to him and asked, "How could you do this to me? Who picked you up out of the gutter? Who gave you your first job? Who lent you money and bailed you out of jail!" His reply was, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

7 Reasons Why People Come To Jesus

Contributed by Lee Black on Oct 19, 2002

The reasons why people come to Christ.

7 Reasons Why People Come To Jesus I. For Freedom.[Eh.1:5-7] Ephes. 1:5-7 Having predestined us to adoption as sons by Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the good pleasure of His will, [6] to the praise of the glory of His grace, by which He has made us accepted in the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:5-7, Isaiah 61:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Baptist Church

Contributed by Allen Payne on Nov 24, 2006

Baptist

Heb 2:1 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip Fundamental - What is a Fundamental Baptist church? It is a church that believes in the fundamentals of the faith. The fundamental doctrines of the faith ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Man Who Would Not Forgive

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jun 29, 2007

Examining the life of Ahithophel and what happened when he refused to forgive David

Notice four things about Ahithophel’s life and his unforgiving spirit... 1. His GREATNESS (16:23) A. He was great because of his position. 1 Chronicles 27:33 Psalm 41:9 Psalm 55:12-14 B. He was great because of his posterity. Son: Eliam (one of David’s mighty men) Granddaughter: Bathsheba (future ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Firm Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

There are many treats to a believer’s stability, but with their close fellowship with the body of Christ they will have the strenght to stand firm.

#26, 10-14-07 Standing Firm Introduction, Why are so many Christians inconsistent in their walk with God? Different types of inconsistent Christians, 1) “Roller-coaster Christians, 2) “Light-Switch Christians 3) “Hot or Cold Christians, 4) “Bang-Fizz” Christians Text, Philippians ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Apostasy

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 28, 2008

A message about the "last days."

THE APOSTASY 2 Timothy 3:1-9 INTRO: We often hear about what will take place during the last days. We hear about false prophets, immorality, blasphemy, etc. Today, let’s see what the Apostle Paul said in his letter to a young minister, Timothy, concerning apostasy. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Raising Of Lazarus

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 11, 2008

Jesus miracle of raising Lazarus.

THE RAISING OF LAZARUS John 11:1-7, 20-46 INTRO: This story is the most mysterious story in the Bible. There are three great scenes to this story that we want to look at. They are: 1. The mystery. 2. The ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-46

Denomination: Baptist