Sermons on Ii Responsibilit:

The Self-Determined Life

Contributed by David Seeley on Nov 30, 2004

The self-determined life is the life lived with one goal in mind--to please self. God has a better way for His people.

Self-determination: n. 1. freedom to live as one chooses, or to act or decide without consulting others. I. It is a life of fleeing God’s will (Jonah) A. Jonah’s call—Jonah 1:1-2 Jonah was a well-known prophet at Gath-hepher (II Kings 14:25). Like many of the Jews, he felt that God was only the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-13

Denomination: Holiness

Starting Down The Thessalonian Thoroughfare Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 4, 2007

An ideal church is made up of Christians who sense no constraint to follow the crowd and are eager to learn and obey God’s Word.

Starting Down the Thessalonian Thoroughfare (I Thessalonians 1:1, Acts 17:1-12) 1.) Author: Paul (with Silas and Timothy) Original language: Greek Date written: 51A.D. Written from Corinth, where Silas and Timothy had rejoined Paul after checking up on the Thessalonian church. "This is a letter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Followers Of God

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jun 10, 2007

In our scripture, we have the command given, but also the example of the Lord. Before we step out the cost is made clear.

FOLLOWERS OF GOD Ephesians 5:1-2 I. THE COMMAND II. THE COMPARISON III. THE COST FOLLOWERS OF GOD Ephesians 5:1-2 1 Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children 2 and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Walk!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 3, 2008

I believe that God calls all of His people to walk with Him. In this outline we lay out seven kinds of personal walk we have with Christ. If our desire is to be more like Him then we must walk and learn of Him daily. Not just in the Sunday morning service

The Walk (Luke 9:23 KJV) And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. (Luke 9:62 KJV) And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God. I believe that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-62

My Valentine, My Wife, My Marriage.

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 10, 2009

At the time of preparing this outline, my wife and I have been married 47 years. During that time we have been almost constantly together. 24/7. Perhaps being missionary evangelists in over 100 countries has helped us to work, live and have a love that ha

My Valentine, my Wife, my Marriage. At the time of preparing this outline, my wife and I have been married 47 years. During that time we have been almost constantly together. 24/7. Perhaps being missionary evangelists in over 100 countries has helped us to work, live and have a love that has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:6-12

A Spirit Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009

I Thes 5:16-18 “16Rejoice evermore. 17Pray without ceasing. 18In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”

“A Spirit of Thanksgiving!” 11/16/2006 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez - pastor_rr@yahoo.com I Thes 5:16-18 “16Rejoice evermore. 17Pray without ceasing. 18In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” “16Estad siempre gozosos. 17Orad sin cesar. 18Dad ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Apostolic

Fight The Good Fight

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009

This is a time to remember those who have given their lives for this country. Today the flag of this country flies high and proud representing its 50 states and its original colonies. God bless our troops and men and women who serve with valor.

“Fight the Good Fight!” 5/27/2007 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez – pastor_rr@yahoo.com II Tim 2:1-4 “1Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Apostolic

The 144 Thousand

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jun 10, 2009

The panorama of the ministry of the 144 Thousand

‘The People of the Apocalypse’ The 144 Thousand I. Their Prototypes/Patterns A. The Prophet Daniel & Azariah, Mishael, Hananiah 1. Their ministry is prophesied (II Kings 20:17, 18; Revelation 7:1-8; 14:1-5) 2. They are prepared for their ministry (Daniel 1:3,4; Revelation 7:3-8) ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Enter The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Tim Huie on May 7, 2009

Jesus taught us exactly what it takes to enter the kingdom: Childlike faith, empty hands, and the gospel of Jesus!

HOW TO ENTER THE KINGDOM OF GOD MARK 10: 13-25, 32-34 1. Illus. of traveling home from NC • When looking at 11-12 hours of travel, interested in best way. • Some told us, “take I-85 all way to Atlanta” while others said, “take I-95 and pick up I-20.” • Either way was ok, because in end got where ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Building Phase

Contributed by Daniel Cabrera on Nov 25, 2006

what goes into the building phase of a family, build strong families to produce strong churches

Intro: What goes into the building phase? Text. Heb. 11: 7 / Ge. 16: 1 2 approaches to building proactive OR reactive Examine 3 truths concerning families Ill: Great Truths from Small Children When your mom is mad at your dad, don’t let her brush your hair. If your sister hits you, don’t hit ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Factors That Determine Financial Freedom Series

Contributed by Michael Martin on Nov 26, 2006

3 of 5 in the Series on Money

(Prov. 22:7) "The borrower is servant to the lender..." Series: How To Escape Financial Bondage Preached two Wednesdays ago: "The love of money is the root of all evil". Last Wednesday on: How to tell if you are in financial bondage? Indebtedness. Pressure of bills. Your life revolves around ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:7

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Abuse

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 18, 2005

Thoughts drawn from Chuck Swindoll on how to handle the Word correctly.

Biblical Abuse II Tim. 2:15 INTRO.: Charles Swindoll, in his book, "Growing Deep In the Christian Life". (p. 69ff) writes of biblical abuse. He sees mishandling the Scriptures so as to mislead others as abusive. Imagine the disillusionment of finding out the information you were given from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Right Side Of Heaven

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 22, 2009

The beauty of Heaven has descended in Christ!

The Right Side of Heaven, II Timothy 1:6-10 Introduction It was Christmas Eve. Six-year-old Mary Lou was walking down a dark city street with her father on their way to the children’s service. Her active little mind was filled with the wonders of the event she and her classmates were about to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Three "Rs" Of The New Year

Contributed by Richard Hosea on Dec 28, 2009

Looking back at the old year and forward to the new

Three “R’s” of the New Year Phil 3:12-15 Have you ever thought that you would like to be able to see into the future? You would know at the beginning of the year all of the blessings and heartaches that you would have throughout the year. You might say that would be great! But think about it, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Pathway To The Christian Life

Contributed by Rev. Moses Assniyi on May 22, 2011

The pathway of the Christian life is a journey that is preplan by God and He handle the map for us to follow. As we set out for the journey God will then take the ashes of our lives and turn them into something beautiful;such is the pathway of the christi

Introduction The chronicles of the biblical heroes are clearly spelt out, whether good or bad. The bible is always honest in recording the faults and mistakes of the greatest men and women. These biographies are written to encourage us. The pathway of the Christian life is to see God taken the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-46

Denomination: Evangelical Free