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  • Examples Of A Spirit Filled Christian

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 3,620 views

    This sermon looks at the life of Stephen and illustrates six charateristics of a spirit-filled Christian

    I. Introduction a. In Acts Chapters 6, 7 & 8 we see the story of Stephen. b. Stephen was a i. Martyr, Deacon, Preacher c. He was a man full of the Holy Spirit. (Acts 6:3; 6:5; 7:55) d. The Characteristics of a Christian filled with the spirit. II. Available to the Lord a. When the Lord ...read more

  • #6remove The Weight:jealousy Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 27, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 7,233 views

    In this part 6 of Remove the weights, we consider the weight of Jealousy. This is an illustrated sermon.

    6 of a 12 part series. #6 REMOVE THE WEIGHTS ... JEALOUSY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Hebrews 12: 1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, LET US LAY ASIDE EVERY WEIGHT AND SIN WHICH DOTH SO EASILY BESET US, AND LET SO RUN WITH ...read more

  • #12remove The Weight:pleasure As A Goal. Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 27, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,771 views

    This is the conclusion of the illustrated sermon: Remove the Weight, we look at Pleasure seeking as a goal.

    12 of a 12 part series. #12 REMOVE THE WEIGHTS ... Pleasure as a goal. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Hebrews 12: 1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, LET US LAY ASIDE EVERY WEIGHT AND SIN WHICH DOTH SO EASILY BESET US, AND LET SO ...read more

  • Hope In The Darkness

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Aug 5, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 19,006 views

    A sermon on hope, using the rescue of the nine coal miners in Pennsylvania as the central illustration.

    This morning, I’d like to consider the topic of "hope". Is hope important? Is it something we need? Is it essential to our happiness, essential even to our survival? For an answer to that question, we could probably talk to the nine coal miners who were rescued this week in Pennsylvania. They spent ...read more

  • What Is Prayer?

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 21, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,728 views

    This outline illustrates what prayer is, the power in it, and how jesus prayed.

    WHAT IS PRAYER? Rev. Bruce A. Shields DD House of Faith Ministries www.PS127.org (989) 362-7831 NKJ Luke 18:1 * Prayer is our approach to God. To persist in prayer and not to give up does not mean endless repetition or painfully long prayer sessions. Constant prayer means keeping our requests ...read more

  • Getting Back Your Fight

    Contributed by Jeff Krist on Dec 5, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,420 views

    An Illustrated sermon showing how the church needs to bring the sick to Jesus Christ

    Getting back your fight (This is an illustrated sermon showing how the church should bring the sick to Jesus Christ) Idea for Illustration came from Tommy Barretts church Preparation: -5 men, 1 man laying on a cot, the other 4 wearing white t-shirts, each shirt having a different word on ...read more

  • Eagles And Turkeys

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 2, 2003
    based on 259 ratings
     | 52,989 views

    A illustration/sermon for those who are eagles inside but living like turkeys on the outside

    Eagles and Turkeys Many years ago I listened to a sermon preached by a man called Peter Lord, I remember it well for it greatly impacted my life at that time, and God used it bless me in a great way. In the sermon Peter tells of a vision/dream he had (I can’t remember which he said it was) ...read more

  • Views On Life

    Contributed by Miles Anderson on Jan 25, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 3,220 views

    When there are so many views on life, why not look at the illustration that Jesus used?

    VIEWS ON LIFE/ADAPTED FROM AN OUTLINE BY BRO. RON BLANKENSHIP Introduction: There is one daunting question asked by men and woman, boys and girls alike. It is a question that has been asked throughout time and continues to be asked. What is my purpose in life. What is the meaning of all there is in ...read more

  • A Father's Love

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jun 17, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,915 views

    This message illustrates three positive attributes of a father as noted in the Parable of the Prodigal Son.

    Scripture Reading: Luke 15:11-32 Message: “A Father’s Love” Text: “And he arose and came to his father. But when he was still a great way off, his father saw him and had compassion, and ran and fell on his neck and kissed him” (Luke 15:20). Introduction: What is Father’s Day? In 1909, Mrs. ...read more

  • Spiritual Heart Attacks

    Contributed by Steve Mason on Oct 16, 2002
    based on 371 ratings
     | 49,432 views

    A sermon that describes the spiritual condition of our hearts using medical terms and illustrations

    OCTOBER 20TH, 2002 THERE IS A WAR BEING FOUGHT IN THE WORLD TODAY ….. -IT’S A SUPERNATURAL WAR -A WAR FOUGHT BETWEEN GOD AND SATAN -BETWEEN HEAVEN AND HELL -THAT WAR IS BEING FOUGHT FOR THE HEARTS OF MEN AND WOMEN ! ONE SIDE WANTS TO MAKE YOUR HEART SOFT -THE OTHER SIDE WANTS TO MAKE ...read more

  • A Wayfaring Man

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 27, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,504 views

    This sermon illustrates that those involved in adultery will always destroy many things in their lives.

    The Wayfaring Man 2 Samuel 12:1-6 And the LORD sent Nathan unto David. And he came unto him, and said unto him, There were two men in one city; the one rich, and the other poor. 2 The rich man had exceeding many flocks and herds: 3 But the poor man had nothing, save one little ewe lamb, which ...read more

  • E.t. And The Resurrection?

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 3, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 3,829 views

    Using E.T as an illustration to link children with the Resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ

    Gunthorpe 05-05-02 Acts 17: 22-34 Paul the Apostle in Athens Story: I wonder how many of you have seen the film ET - that was first released 20 years ago (on 11th June 1982) and which has now just been re-released. For those who haven’t seen it – like me – the ...read more

  • Protecting The Boundary Markers Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 10, 2007
    based on 45 ratings
     | 18,913 views

    Uses a Supreme Court decision to illustrate the critical nature of Scripture in our lives.

    OPEN: I have a test for you this morning. I’m going to give you certain common phrases and ask you to tell me whether or not they came from Scripture. If it will make you feel any better, I had lunch with two preachers last Wednesday and they missed about half of the references… so don’t feel too ...read more

  • Pictures Of The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Feb 27, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,513 views

    Illustrations and Metaphors for the Kingdom - so we can get a handle on what it is.

    Introduction A pastor, known for his lengthy sermons, noticed a man get up and leave during the middle of his message. The man returned just before the conclusion of the service. Afterwards the pastor asked the man where he had gone. "I went to get a haircut," was the reply. "But," said the ...read more

  • Who Is On The Throne?

    Contributed by Scott Epperson on Nov 4, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,262 views

    Illustrates the battle between the flesh and spirit for life or death in the kingdom of your herart.

    Who’s on the throne? Matthew 2:1-20 Generally when we read this verse of scripture we talk of the Christmas story and we talk of a babe in a manger, three wise men etc…. Today I would like to look at this a little bit different I want to see the big picture of this scripture. What I saw in ...read more