Sermons on I Am Of Paul:

I Wanna Go Home

Contributed by Brad Stone on Oct 23, 2019

Homecoming day at church is always an enjoyable day that allows us to reflect upon our past as a church. It is also a day for us to look forward to the ultimate homecoming that will never end! (Used sources from Sermon Central to aid in preparation of this message).

I Wanna Go Home Today, as we celebrate homecoming here at Grace Baptist, I want us to take time to remember all that God has done for the church. I want us to recognize the hard work that has gone into bringing the church to the point it is today. Stacy & I have only been here a short time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:27, 1 Kings 8:30, Isaiah 24:18, Malachi 3:10, Revelation 4:1-3, Psalm 11:4, Revelation 21:4, 1 Corinthians 2:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Why Should I Be Thankful

Contributed by James Buchanan on Nov 25, 2003

A one-shot sermon dealing with the question of why we should be thankful in the bad times of life.

An atheist was taking a walk through the woods, admiring all that evolution had created. "What majestic trees! What powerful rivers! What beautiful animals!", he said to himself. As he was walking along the river, he heard a rustling in the bushes behind him. When he turned to see what the casue ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-6, Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Psalm 23 (Part I)

Contributed by John Russell on Aug 3, 2005

A look at the 23rd Psalm; this covers the first four phrases.

THE 23RD PSALM Introduction This morning we are going to look at one of the most well know, most beloved of the psalms, Psalm 23. For generations, God’s people have found it comforting, con-soling, encouraging, and full of hope and promise. Many of you can probably quote it, or at least parts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Proof Of Life-Part I

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 12, 2002

Is our Life in Christ real or a facade? Our Life in Christ will be proven/exposed before others...But what are some proofs of life in Christ? 8 arenas in which life in Christ is proven. Part 1 of a 2-part sermon.

PROOF OF LIFE—Luke 8:40-56 or Exposing Life Jesus gave life to a girl. Christian life will be exposed before others. What are some proofs of Christian life? 10 arenas in which life Christian is proven. 1—Life is proven in ANTICIPATION(:40-42a) —Explanation:(:40-42a) :40—“And as Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56

Denomination: Baptist

"I Can Trust God"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 30, 2015

David cant trust his family, his king, his self, but he can trust God.

“I Can Trust God” Psalm 25:1-10 • David could not Trust His wife she rebukes for religious enthusiasm, Michal came out to meet him and said, "How the king of Israel has distinguished himself today, disrobing in the sight of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Surprise Beginnings Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 11, 2016

This is the first sermon in a series on the life of the apostle Paul. We will be looking to become like Jesus by following Paul's example. The primary resource for the series is Charles Swindoll's book Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit.

A. Once a five-year-old named Brian was impressed by the story of Simeon the Stylite, a Syrian hermit who lived in the 5th century. 1. Simeon the Stylite was admired as a saint because he lived for more than 35 years on a platform atop a high pillar. 2. Determined to follow Simeon’s ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Came To Send A Sword

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jul 16, 2005

Sermon 3 of 7: Why did Jesus come?

Matthew 10:16-39 “I Came to Send a Sword” Woodlawn Baptist Church July 7, 2005 Introduction It goes without saying that we live in a war torn world. Just this week we have witnessed the terrorist bombing of London by religious fanatics. In Africa, over two million Christians have died at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34

Denomination: Baptist

I Earnestly Search For You!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 19, 2021

This sermon is about having a passion for the LORD. David shows us some keys how to have that passion.

Scripture: Psalm 63; Matthew 6:33 Theme: Passion Title: I earnestly search for you! I. Declare that the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY Is Your GOD II. Secondly, David tells us that we are to serve the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY with passion III. Finally, David understood the importance of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Nazarene

"I Will Quit Making Excuses” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 9, 2018

We must quit making excuses for not surrendering to God's plan for our lives.

I’ve got great news. I believe the next 30 minutes will be life-changing for many of you. With what you’re going to learn from God’s Word, your life will never be the same, because you’ll follow even more fully what God has for you and look back and say it was on this day you heard from God and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

I've Got Something To Say Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Dec 6, 2004

First person narrative of a shepherd coming from Bethlehem; We have good news to tell!

I’VE GOT SOMETHING TO SAY! Luke 2:8-20 S: Proclamation C: The appropriate response to receiving the good news is to share it with others. Th: Holy Responses to God Pr: WE HAVE GOOD NEWS TO TELL! KW: Narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? • Realize the good news is for you! • Tell the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

I Can Only Imagine

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 6, 2002

Imagine you are in Christ’s presence.

I Can Only Imagine The song "I Can Only Imagine" by the group Mercy Me has really gotten a grip on me. I haven’t found another song on the CD that has done this for me, as it is not my normal genre of music. However, I am wearing out that track and burning up the player in my pickup truck. I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:14-17, Revelation 1:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Tell Your Story Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 19, 2018

In today's world, a well told story will be heard regardless of the content. Luke tells Paul's conversion story, giving us a framework in which to share ours. Consider these thoughts from Scott Jewell, our Family Minister.

Read Acts 9:1-31. Pray. What is the most memorable sermon illustration you’ve ever heard? I’m pretty confident that the first thing that came to mind was a story. I’ll take it one step further- I’ll bet it was a personal story the preacher told on himself. If I’m wrong, you can collect an extra ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral

Contributed by Clyde White on Nov 22, 2006

I’ve been asked for some of my funeral messages. Because each funeral service is personal, I don’t feel it proper to give the actual message. Instead, I am posting a "compilation" as a generic message, part of my own making and some from the expression of

Funeral Message for a Believer ____ was a grand lady(gentleman), and her(his) life was unusual in many respects. She(he) faced death in the same manner she(he) faced life. Both were challenges to be met head on. Death to the Christian is, in many ways, like GRADUATION DAY. Both involve years of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-6

Sometimes I Feel Inadequate Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Oct 9, 2007

1 of 5 messages on things I struggle with as a Pastor. This message is on the sense of inadequacy to the task of the ministry - feelings that all Christians have at times in their walk with God.

October 7, 2007 – Confessions of a Pastor Sometimes I feel Inadequate Ministry has changed a lot in 35 years Typewriters, IBM Selectrics, and bulletins printed on a Rex-Rotary mimeograph – think big metal rotating drum with lot’s of tiny holes filled with black sticky ink that you carefully ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

This One Thing I Do Series

Contributed by Charles Scott on Mar 8, 2006

The stories of the Rich Young Ruler and of Mary and Martha show that Christians need the discipline of denying self, learning of Christ and following HIm in order to find peace.

THIS One Thing I DO Philippians 3__13 If a person is even remotely interested in the world around him, has an occupation and a family, his responsibilities and interests quickly out grow his ability to accomplish all that need be done or that he would like to do. Only a few people can do more ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-23

Denomination: Anglican