Sermons on How To Be Born Again:

Prayer And Forgiveness

Contributed by Steven Boyns on Feb 4, 2006

Today it is our assignment to examine one for the most important practices in the life of every Christian – that of prayer. Prayer is essential to knowing God and it’s essential for growing spiritually - prayer.

A few weeks ago we began to examine one for the most important practices (one which should be paramount) in the life of every believing Christian – that of prayer. And prayer for the believer, as I’ve said before, is not an option, it’s an obligation. The very action of prayer should not be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Table Manners

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jul 13, 2001

Erasing the excuses for being exclusive.

Today is National Ice Cream Day. Did you know that when ice cream was invented the Quakers thought it was sinful. According to them it had to be sinful. Nothing could taste that good and not be sinful! That kind of sums up the perspective of a lot of Christ followers. If anything is fun - it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Baptist

How To Raise The Dead

Contributed by Gene Cobb on Dec 29, 2000

Why should the TV evangelists get all the glory... We can raise the dead.

John 11:38-44 (KJV) 38Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it. 39Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he stinketh: for he hath been dead four days. 40Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Potent Prayer For Peace

Contributed by Vernon Murray on Mar 12, 2004

When it comes to praying for peace, we do not have to pray the way world wants us to pray; we can use Biblical models which are much more effective.

INTRODUCTION The terror attack in Madrid today raises our consciousness once again to the undercurrent of war and destruction which continue to flow throughout the world. Today’s events also remind Christians everywhere of the need for serious prayer. We need (more than any other time) to pray ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:16-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I'm Gonna Tell Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jan 2, 2002

The first in a series exploring the 5 foundational purposes of the church: Evangelism, Discipleship, Worship, Ministry & Fellowship.

Today we will be taking a look at the 5 Biblical purposes of the church. I want you to look at these messages, not just from the overall picture of the church, but I feel that God will direct you to make each of these things a foundational principal in your life. As we look at these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19, Mark 16:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

May The Lord Answer You

Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 9, 2005

Bless those who curse you... God answers prayer, rewards service, adds blessings, and inspires plans.

"May The Lord Answer You" Psalms 20:1-9 May the LORD answer you when you are in distress; may the name of the God of Jacob protect you. 2 May He send you help from the sanctuary and grant you support from Zion. 3 May He remember all your sacrifices and accept your burnt offerings. Selah 4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Two Men Preparing For Easter

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 12, 2002

Preparation goes a long way when it comes to worship; are you prepared?

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGEBAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of Faith, Family and Friendships March 17, 2002 9Then Jesus told this story to some who had great self-confidence and scorned everyone else: 10“Two men went to the Temple to pray. One was a Pharisee, ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Lesson 7 (Prayer Partners): Agreeing What To Ask

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 17, 2002

Jesus promises to answer prayer "when two of you agree." But how much agreement is required?

Prayer Partner Series By Elmer Towns Lesson 7: Agreeing What To Ask A. INTRODUCTION 1. The Promise; answered prayer. “Again I say unto you, that if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven” (Matt. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:19

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Sermon On Mars Hill

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 4, 2003

To examine Paul’s sermon on Mars Hill to the philosophers of his day

Paul’s Sermon on Mars’ Hill, Originally preached on 2/23/03 7 pm worship service FBC Hull Scripture reference:Acts 17:18-34 Primary Purpose: To see how Paul addressed the philosophers of his day with the truth of God’s Word After Paul was led by night to go to Berea. After establishing the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:18-34

Denomination: Baptist

Building Dynamic Faith: Lesson 3: The Prayers Of Many

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 15, 2006

The Christian life is relationships: first with God and second with people.

A. WHAT I WANT YOU TO LEARN! 1. That two people praying together is both powerful and practical to get answers to prayers. 2. To get a burden to begin praying with a prayer partner who challenges you to pray for even bigger things. 3. Apply the power of agreement-prayer to see God actively work ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9

Denomination: Baptist

How To Function With Unction

Contributed by Richard Snyder on Jul 10, 2009

How to discern truth from error!

How To Function With Unction! 1 John 2:18-28 Last week during the message, I was preaching about how King Jehoshaphat knew that the ministers of King Ahab were fake and phony and I said that we should be able to spot a fake. I received some funny looks. I am well aware of the fact that sometimes we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-28, 2 Corinthians 4:5

Denomination: Baptist

How To Inform And Motivate People About Starting New Churches

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

Whatever the reasons for the growth of the church we must learn how the Spirit of God may use us more effectively to start new churches in seeing that the kingdom of God grows qualitatively (In spiritual fruits, worship, service, maturity, and fellowship)

Church Planting - How To Inform and Motivate People About Starting New Churches! Text - Acts 1:8, 16:10-40 Statement of Problem - What do we need to know, believe, and practice in order to start a new church? Introduction - Throughout Nigeria new churches are springing up every week. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Throne Of Grace Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 26, 2006

I would propose to you that true prayer is spiritual business from beginning to end, and when offered in Jesus’ Name, according to God’s will prayer is powerful and effective.

Turn your Bibles to Hebrews 4:14 - 16 Title: Throne of Grace Theme: Principles to Enjoying the Grace of God Series: Grasping the Foundational Truths of Prayer Listen as I read Hebrews 4:14 – 16, “Therefore, since we have a great ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paradise Lost Paradise Regained Series

Contributed by Richard White on Feb 16, 2008

When God created the universe, he created it perfect. We lost that perfection that paradise when we sinned. Through Christ we have paradise regained by being Born Again.

Paradise Lost and regained The original intent of Creation was to live in a Paradise atmosphere where all was peaceful. Jacob understood this. In Genesis 49:28 he blesses the twelve tribes he blessed them appropriately. The writer sums up in unequivocal terms the substance of Jacob’s words to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Are God's Battle Axe

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Jun 6, 2006

Whenever a warrior prepares for war, he considers his weapons of warfare. God is a warrior and the believer is His weapon of warfare. Are you born-again? Then you are God’s battle axe.

Thou art my battle axe and weapons of war: for with thee will I break in pieces the nations, and with thee will I destroy kingdoms; [21] And with thee will I break in pieces the horse and his rider; and with thee will I break in pieces the chariot and his rider; [22] With thee also will I break in ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 51:20-23, Jeremiah 51:20

Denomination: Pentecostal