Sermons on Idle People:

God Ran To Meet Us

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 24, 2015

To show that GOD rans up to meet us and reached out to save us from our sins.

I. EXORDIUM: Have you chosen GOD? No. GOD chosed me. John 15:16 John 15:16 (Amplified Bible) You have not chosen Me, but I have chosen you and I have appointed you [I have planted you], that you might go and bear fruit and keep on bearing, and that your fruit may be lasting [that it may remain, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rahab, Example Of Deliverance

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 27, 2015

To show that GOD saw us from eternity and He has chosen us before the foundation of the world and brought us out to be His own.

I. EXORDIUM: Did JESUS saw you before you believed? Definitely Yes, from eternity He has already chosen me Ephesians 1:4 (Amplified Bible) Even as [in His love] He chose us [actually picked us out for Himself as His own] in Christ before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

There’s Only One True Word Of God

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 11, 2008

WE CAN BELIEVE WHAT GOD HAS SAID

THE TRUE SCRIPTURES: 10-27-07 2ND TIM. 3:16-17 Today we’ll talk just for a little while about the true WORD of God. There are several so called bibles on the market today and it seems as though there are many people that don’t realize that there is only One True Bible for the English ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Sep 7, 2008

The healing of “a certain lame man” is one of the most inspirational miracles recorded in the book of Acts.

THE NAME OF JESUS 1Now Peter and John went up together to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. 2 And a certain man lame from his mother’s womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms from those who entered the temple; 3 who, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Certain Disciple At Damascus, Named Ananias... Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Oct 31, 2011

God uses you even if you are not famous as long as you make yourself available for His service and yourself spiritually to receive and obey His commands.

And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord. And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Square Pizza And Mystery Meat

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 19, 2013

Acts is the record of incredible miracles by incredible people. But what if the greatest miracle took place in the lunch line? The guy pushing square pizza and mystery meat shows us that the Holy Spirit can use us too!

Square Pizza and Mystery Meat I. Introduction On this very important day . . . a day that distinguishes us - on this Pentecost Sunday I want to take you back into the book in which it all started. I want you to join me in Acts 6 & 7 as we talk about Square Pizza and Mystery Meat! II. Text Acts ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peering Into Pentecost Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 20, 2013

Pentecost is a mysterious, relatively unknown feast to Christians. It was given by God to the Hebrews in Leviticus 23 and plays an important role in the history of God's church in in Acts 2.

1. Joy in serious times A famous motivational speaker was once asked about his most difficult speech. He answered, "Well, it was when I was asked to speak at a national convention of undertakers. My topic was to explain to them how to look sad during a $20,000 funeral." You see, when there is joy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Vision Of The Possible Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jun 4, 2013

Constructing a people not a building, vision, life evangelism.

A VISION OF THE POSSIBLE Matt 4: 19 (p677), 28: 18-20 (p698) June 2, 2013 “Come follow me Jesus said, and I will send you out to fish for people” INTRODUCTION: I want you to close your eyes for just a moment and imagine the church….Please don’t picture buildings or ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Power Through God’s People #4: The Crippled Beggar Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

A series of character sketches in the book of Acts - the crippled beggar of Acts 3.

Acts 3:1-10 – God’s Power Through God’s People #4: The Crippled Beggar Today we are continuing our series through the book of Acts. Today’s message would have been appropriate last week for Thanksgiving, but it suits fine today too. Today we are looking at a story of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Persecution Vs The Insuppressible, Irresistable Gospel Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Sep 8, 2011

The gospel and the Holy Ghost combination is unstoppable and will be victorious over all obstacles.

Acts 8 General outline 1. Introduction of Saul's exploits against the church 2. The result of persecutions against the church 3. Philip's ministry in Samaria 4. The Baptism in the Holy Ghost 5. Simon (the sorcerer) vs Simon (Peter) 6. Christ's Ambassador meets Ethiopia's Secretary of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Called To Be Priests

Contributed by John Quigley on Jun 30, 2013

There are those who are called to be Priests or Pastors, but the whole body of Christians are called to actually be the Priesthood of Believers.

According to Peter, all are called to the Priesthood, the family of God is a Royal Priesthood. "But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; who once ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

We Really Do Need Each Other

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 5, 2012

We really do need each other.

WE REALLY DO NEED EACH OTHER Rev. 21:1-27 Big Idea: INTRODUCTION OK – pop quiz time. Help me fill in the blanks. Every Christian needs to have ___ types of relationships in their life. (3) • You need a _______ – someone further along the journey than you. (mentor) • ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Nazarene

Parting Words Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Apr 12, 2009

We commemorate Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection annually and claim to personally experience the resurrection of Christ in our own lives. If however there is hostility toward the church and organized religion, something about the resurrection of Christ

• I showed a comic slide to start, which asked the question, "Did anyone hear what the chairman of the board’s parting words were?" The point is how we can walk through an experience, meeting, etc., and totally miss what it was all about. The big question facing us this morning is that very ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Blind Man

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Feb 5, 2010

A message to encourage men to use what they have to the glory of God.

THE BLIND MAN Mark 10:46-52 By Cleavon Matthews June 2004 INTRODUCTION The significant city of Jerusalem is the destination. On the pathway to this pericope of passion is the historic ‘city of Palm trees’ Jericho. This is not the original city of the Old Testament. It is two ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Turning Our Relationships Into Partnerships Series

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Aug 25, 2009

I’m looking for partners. Not just friends to keep me company but partners to share God’s vision and work side by side with. Learn how to turn your relationships into partnerships.

“A Study in Philippians” Philippians 1:3-11 “Turning My Relationships into Partnerships” ________________________________________ I. My personal relationships can become biblical partnerships. “I give thanks to my God for every remembrance of you, always praying with joy for all of you in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist