Sermons on Hosea 7:2-2:3:

Pay Attention! Series

Contributed by Matthew Cook on Apr 1, 2005

Paying attention to our walk with Christ

Pay Attention! March 30, 2005 Center Point Baptist Church Introduction Present the following illustration on neglect: In Saint Louis in 1984, an unemployed cleaning woman noticed a few bees buzzing around the attic of her home. Since there were only a few, she made no effort to deal with them. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Doug Morrell on Apr 12, 2005

We ask God to forgive us, but we often times withhold forgiveness from others. Yet, Lord Jesus issues a startling warning in Matthew 6:15: “But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.”

We ask God to forgive us, but we often times withhold forgiveness from others. Yet, Lord Jesus issues a startling warning in Matthew 6:15: “But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.” Jesus desires mercy, not sacrifice (1 Samuel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Daniel: Introduction.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Aug 23, 2003

If there is anything greater than God’s name, it is His precious Word to man. If his Word is not truth, His name is meaningless.

Daniel: introduction. Daniel 1: 1 -- 2. All the words in the world find themselves inadequate to describe this book of all books. In Psalms 138: 2 David, under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit wrote, “I will worship toward Thy holy Temple, and praise Thy name for Thy loving kindness and for Thy ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Prophet Jonah

Contributed by Ken Smith on Dec 19, 2001

During the reign of Jeroboam II God sent Jonah to Nineveh to call its people to repent of their sins; Nineveh surprisingly repented but Jonah was unexcited about God’s grace.

Jonah was a prophet sent by God to proclaim a message in a foreign land of Assyria, unlike other prophets who voiced their message to their home lands of Israel and Judah. Assyria was a constant threat to the people of Israel. To the Israelites, Nineveh was a byword for evil. Famous for their ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Works Of A Sower

Contributed by George Smith on Jan 9, 2002

A look at how we need to prepare the ground to sow seed.

PARABLES OF THE SOWER (Effects of Preaching Gospels truths) MATTHEW 13:3-8 & 18-23 (Study reference Mark 4:3-8; Luke 8:5-8) Mark8:13-20 ; Luke8:11-15 Intro. WE have work to do but it seem that no one is willing to put there hands to the plow. BUT WE ARE LIKE FARMERS V. 3 And he spake many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Needed: A Few Giant Killers

Contributed by Danny Moss on Feb 6, 2002

This sermon deals with some of the major spiritual problems existing in the church today.

Needed: A Few Giant Killers Text: 1st Samuel 17:41-53 Introduction- Today in the Christian church I believe we face some giants that are just as real, just as antago- nistic to our cause, just as threatening to our existence as did the nation of Israel in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:41-53

Denomination: Baptist

Taking People Where They Are

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Faith and obedience take precedence over ritual.

Thesis: Faith and obedience take precedence over ritual. Intro.: 1. Tonight we conclude our study of "WHO IS A CHRISTIAN?" 2. In this last lesson we want to turn to 2 Chronicles 30 and the story of Hezekiah's celebration of the Passover. a. We will discern an important principle in this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:18-20

Mother's Day!

Contributed by William Young on Sep 10, 2001

A tribute to God’s Masterful Servants; Our Mothers’!

Mothers Day A 15 yr old boy came bounding into the house and found his mom in bed. He asked if she was sick or something. He was truly concerned! Mom replied that , as a matter of fact, she didn’t feel too well. The son replied, “Well, don’t worry about dinner, I’ll be happy to carry you down to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:16, Ezekiel 19:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Growing In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 26, 2002

If we are going to grow in Christ we must move toward Him.

GROWING IN CHRIST Text: Col. 1:9-14 Introduction A. Read Col. 1:9-14 B. Illustration: One of the most comforting things that you can say to anyone is “I am praying for you.” C. Last week we look at the fact that Paul was praying for the believers in Colosse. This week we will look at what Paul ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Don't K.i.s.s. Method

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Feb 29, 2008

When we get hit right in the face with the reality of who God is, we come to the realization that we have only had a tiny taste of Him, if that! Here’s how to tell if you have EVER really encountered God

The “Don’t K.I.S.S.” Method – Proverbs 1:20-33 “Simple” – def.: one without moral direction (or one that chooses not to follow it) and who is inclined to evil Intro.: Job’s friend Elihu had it right when he said, “Behold, God is great and we do not know him.” When we get hit right in the face ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-33

Denomination: Charismatic

My Son... If

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Feb 29, 2008

This message is a broad introduction to Proverbs 2:1-5 and focuses on: The Spirit of this Age, Spiritual Fathers and Long-term vision

My Son…if… Proverbs 2:1-5 Intro.: These words of Solomon in Proverbs 2 are directed toward his son, but they are also a directive from the Lord to his children. When God says “My son”, our hearts should awaken to His wholehearted devotion to us, just like the prodigal’s father in Luke 15:20, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-5

Denomination: Charismatic

God... The Spirit At Work

Contributed by W. Alderman on Sep 6, 2008

This is a study that shows the wonderful works of the Holy Spirit.

GOD… THE SPIRIT AT WORK! TEXT: John 16:7-15; cf.John 14:15-26 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: In a most solemn statement the One who cannot lie said: “I tell you the truth”. Jesus knows how prone we are to ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time For Revival!

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 27, 2006

I believe we as individuals need a personal revival – and together as the church we need one! BUT - what IS revival, and how do we get one?

IT’S TIME FOR REVIVAL! OPENING TEXT: “And to the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write, ’These things says the Amen, the Faithful and True Witness, the Beginning of the creation of God: I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. I could wish you were cold or hot. So then, because ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-21

Denomination: *other

Part 2 - Matthew 12:5-7 - Does Scott Rush Deserve Mercy? Do I? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Sep 17, 2010

Scott Rush is one of four Australians who were arrested in Bali in 2005, with about 8kg of heroin strapped to his thighs. He was found guilty of a capital crime. DOES SCOTT RUSH DESERVE MERCY? What has this got to do with keeping the Sabbath?

Part 2 - Matthew 12:5-7 - DOES SCOTT RUSH DESERVE MERCY? On the news recently a former federal police chief Mick Keelty went into the witness box to PLEAD FOR MERCY for the "drug mule" SCOTT RUSH who is condemned to death before a firing squad in Bali. Scott Rush is only 24 years old. He is one of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessings Of The Son (1) – "Redemption” Series

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Aug 1, 2010

We Have Recently Examined - The Blessings From The Father: 1. He Has Chosen Us (v 3-4); 2. He Has Adopted Us (v 5,11); 3. He Has Accepted Us (v 6).

Ephesians 1:7-12 We Have Recently Examined - The Blessings From The Father: 1. He Has Chosen Us (v 3-4); 2. He Has Adopted Us (v 5,11); 3. He Has Accepted Us (v 6). In Chapter One of Ephesians We Will Notice These Blessings From The Son. 1. He Has Redeemed Us (v 7a). 2. He Has Forgiven Us (v ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-12

Denomination: Baptist