Sermons on If Only:

Dealing With Difficult People - Part I Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

A series dealing with relational difficulties and reconciliation.

Dealing With Difficult People Part I Matthew 18:15-18 June 6, 2004 Matthew 18:15 (NLT) "If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the fault. If the other person listens and confesses it, you have won that person back. Problems Within The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Pursuit Of God

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Apr 5, 2002

Both the lost and saved should be seeking the Lord.

IN PURSUIT OF THE LORD” TEXT: PSALM 63:1-9 DAVID wrote this in the wilderness. ABSALOM had led a rebellion forced him from the palace and throne. DAVID had to fight or flee. (Rather than kill his own boy he fled) There are a lot of tough decisions in life... V8. "HARD" = ZEALOUSLY - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Can You See My Jesus Series

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Aug 25, 2008

Witness

CAN YOU SEE MY JESUS Col 1:27 27 To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. (NKJ) *** There are some things that the world cannot take away. *** The world cannot take away your joy, hope, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is Blessing In Surrendering

Contributed by John Ong on Sep 22, 2017

Before it even crossed our mind to surrender to God, He first loved us, by dying on the cross for our sins.

According to Webster’s Dictionary, surrender is an act of yielding or resigning your life or the possession of something into the power of another; to give up or to yield to the influence, passion, or power of another. I PARTLY DISAGREE. IN SURRENDERING TO GOD, IT IS TRUE THAT YOU ARE GIVING UP ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Pastor Norman Bailey, Overseer on Aug 10, 2018

In order to understand (The Good News) the Gospel we must be honest enough to say there had to be some bad news!!!!

For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth, to the Jew first and also to the Gentiles. Romans 1:16 This verse is the key passage of the book of Romans. The Apostle Paul owns up to that the Gospel of Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

It''s No Bother To The Father

Contributed by J Richison on Oct 19, 2019

God doesn't mind you "bothering" him with your problems.

It’s no bother St. Luke. 8: 41-42 & 49-56 This man, who undoubtedly believed in Jesus, came to the only possible source of help available for his only little girl. Perhaps she wasn't his only child but at the least she was his only little daughter lay dying. Matthew tells us in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:41-42, Luke 8:49-56

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thirteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time B--- Bleeding For 12 Years

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 24, 2021

As we felt new power flow in, as we enjoyed peace of mind, as we discovered we could...

[Jail Ministry homily 13th Sunday B] Under Mosaic law, that woman was unclean all those years. Twelve years of medical treatments with no cure corroborates her once-significant financial status. Alcoholics Anonymous refers to, “the insanity of our disease.” i.e. an impaired ability to stop or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Catholic

Born Again By The Word Of Truth.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 2, 2024

The unchangeable Father of lights brought us forth by the Word of truth.

BORN AGAIN BY THE WORD OF TRUTH. James 1:17-21. James has already indicated that our God is a generous Giver (James 1:5). Here he cites God as the inexhaustible source of “every good act of giving, and every perfect gift” (James 1:17a). There is not so much as a shadow cast as a result of any ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nothing Unclean Goes To Heaven. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 27, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical basis for this concept and its implications for our lives.

Heaven, the eternal dwelling place of God, is a realm of unparalleled beauty and purity. The Bible teaches that nothing unclean can enter heaven, emphasizing the importance of spiritual purity and holiness. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical basis for this concept and its implications ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46, Revelation 21:27

Rebuilding The Lord’s Altar

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 5, 2023

God is a God of altars. In Old Testament, altar played a very important role. It was a place of sacrifices and setting things right with God. After the sacrifice, many instances were there that God comes and speaks.

God is a God of altars. In Old Testament, altar played a very important role. It was a place of sacrifices and setting things right with God. After the sacrifice, many instances were there that God comes and speaks. During the famine, Elijah recognized that the altar was torn down and it needs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30, 1 Kings 18:31

Faithful Devotion To The Lord Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023

Faithful devotion to the Lord is not a one-time decision; it's a daily choice to serve Him alone, fear Him, obey His commands, and listen to His voice. In a world filled with distractions and idols, may we be known as people who cling to our loving and faithful God.

Faithful Devotion to the Lord Introduction: Begin with a warm welcome to the congregation and introduce the key verse: Deuteronomy 13:4 (NLT) - "Serve only the Lord your God and fear him alone. Obey his commands, listen to his voice, and cling to him." Share the context of this verse, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 13:4, Proverbs 9:10, Exodus 20:3, John 10:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holy Spirit Filled Faith

Contributed by Samuel M on Jun 25, 2024

When God gives a promise or a word, and when situations becomes completely opposite (to God’s promise) and very difficult, but there is joy that God will surely fulfil it, this is Holy Spirit-filled (or given) faith. Faith is reflected or manifested as joy.

For we walk by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7 When God gives a promise or a word, and when situations becomes completely opposite (to God’s promise) and very difficult, but there is joy that God will surely fulfil it, this is Holy Spirit-filled (or given) faith. Faith is reflected or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

Testing, Testing, 1 2 3 Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 31, 2022

We all face a test in one form or another. Our walk with the Lord might just determine the severity of that test.

The Sin Test: 1 John 3:4-7 (6) • Committing a sin and remaining in sin are two separate issues. • Some believe that committing a sin is the only way to sin. • James 4:17 – therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin • Jesus came to take away the sins of the world, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-7, 1 John 3:11-14, 1 John 4:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love Is The Theme Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2002

14th in First John Series

LOVE IS THE THEME 1 John 4:7-16 INTRO: There was a great theologian who came to the USA from England and was being interviewed by a group of seminary students. The question was asked, “What is the most profound thought that ever occupied your mind.” The answer was, “Jesus loves me this I know ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

These Things We Know Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2002

19th in First John Series (Final Message in Series)

THESE THINGS WE KNOW 1 John 5:18-21 INTRO: The book of 1 John, as we have seen together, is the book of Christian certainty. God laid it upon the heart of John to write this little letter to every one of us so that we might never be in the dark about our salvation and to have a surety which ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist