Sermons on Impartation:

Keep The Pot Small Series

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Oct 27, 2004

Using "The Bonsai Theory of Church Growth" this series shows how growing a church is the oposite of growing a Bonsai tree.

On Not Becoming a Bonsai Church Keep the Pot Small Some of you are familiar with the name, Kenneth Hemphill. He was the pastor of First Baptist Church of Norfolk, Va. Ken- I’ll use his name as if I know him personally- has an unusual hobby--- he collects and grows Bonsai trees. Bonsai trees are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Giftedness Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 11, 2009

The problem with Spiritual gifts is that they were intended to empower and unify the church and yet somehow we have allow the things that were designed to bring us together tear us apart. What are Spiritual gifts and what is their purpose?

5: A Life of Meaning Series February 1st, 2008 Spiritual Giftedness The subject of Spiritual gifts may be one of the more controversial issues in the church today. There are many different opinions as to what they mean and how they are visible in the body. Rather than focusing on the existence ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: *other

Abide [in Christ]

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jul 26, 2017

Abiding life in Jesus.

ABIDING IN CHRIST (John 15:1-16.) INTRODUCTION. -- These are wonderful words. There is marvelous music in them. There is also inexhaustible meaning in them. I. What is it to Abide in Jesus? To abide in Jesus is to be in the same relation to Jesus as a living fruit-bearing branch to the vine. No ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

By Any Means

Contributed by Rick Gatten on Feb 10, 2001

This seemingly insignificant phrase, "by any means", is actually used to express the urgency of attaining some object sought, along with the means for its attainment. It occurs just four times in the New Testament.

Intro: This seemingly insignificant phrase, "by any means", is actually used to express the urgency of attaining some object sought, along with the means for its attainment ... It occurs just four times in the New Testament, and it is interesting that these four occurrences seem to follow a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:12

Denomination: Baptist

King Solomon

Contributed by Don Hutto on May 7, 2001

Study of three areas of King Solomon’s life taken from 2 Chronicles 1:1.

King Solomon 2 Chronicles 1:1 I. Introduction King Solomon is probably most familiar for his wisdom. We know that his wisdom was not earthly wisdom gleaned from years of experience and problem solving. Rather it was wisdom that was imparted to him by God. Solomon is additionally known for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

10 Turning Points

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 26, 2022

Heavenly Strategies, Divine Networking, and Spiritual Direction are all the result of embracing Divine Turning Points. One slight adjustment can bring substantial changes in your life.

Introduction The message on Solomon’s Porch was a “Turning Point Message.” (The lame man held them while the people ran to them.) Jesus was sent to offer us a “turning point.” We can turn towards Christ and follow Him or continue in sin and follow the ways of the world. Turning Points are Kairos ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:26

Denomination: Church Of God

Buscando La Ayuda Del Espíritu Santo

Contributed by Neftali Nava on Nov 2, 2006

Jesús nos dejó un recurso poderoso en la obra del Espíritu Santo para ayudarnos a llegar a la madurez espiritual.

INTRODUCCIÓN: - Es importante buscar la madurez espiritual - La falta de madurez trae tropiezos (Juan 16:1) - Jesús nos dejó un recurso poderoso en la obra del Espíritu Santo EL ESPÍRITU SANTO NOS AYUDA A LLEGAR A LA MADUREZ ESPIRITUAL. I. ¿QUÉ ES EL BAUTISMO EN EL ESPÍRITU SANTO? - Un ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Offers Salvation Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Jan 25, 2010

Because Christ is your ark, you must be “in Christ’ to experience deliverance from the pervasive power of sin.

I. UNDERSTAND EVIL RULES IN MAN’S HEART! v. 5 A. Sin took root and grew out of man’s control. 6:1-5, 11-12 1. Man chooses to sin against God. 2. Man is a slave to sin. B. Sin escalated to the point of God’s judgment. 6:6-7 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Same-Same, But Different

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 23, 2012

We are all members of the same Body, but we have different gifts and jobs.

Same-Same, but Different July 20, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are all members of the same Body, but we have different gifts and jobs. Focus Passage: Ephesians 4:7-16 Supplemental Passage: 1 Corinthians 12:14-21 NASB For the body is not ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem With Sacraments Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 1, 2016

What does the word "sacrament" mean? Is it in the Bible? And what effect does this concept have on the church?

OPEN: When I was in my early 20s I worked in a mobile home factory. My job was to help install insulation in the sides and roofs of the trailers as they made their way down the track. One day, as I was blowing insulation onto the roof of one trailer (walking along the trusses), I stepped a little ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Q & A Time Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 28, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 14: 1 - 11

John 14: 1 - 11 Q & A Time 1 “Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-11

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Matters Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 29, 2018

Message 32 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. This message explores another questions posed by the Corinthians regarding matters of the Spirit and the function of spiritual gifts.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Matters of the Spirit: the Giver” I Corinthians 12:1-11 Review I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Responses to specific inquiries A. Concerning marriage 7 B. Concerning voluntary limitation of Christian liberty 8-11:1 C. Concerning ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Touching The Heart Of God - The Power Of Anointed Prayer - Lesson 3. Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 27, 2021

Intercessory Prayer

Isaiah 66:2b But on one will I look on him who is poor and of a contrite spirit, and who trembles at My word. Isaiah 57:15a For thus says the High and Lofty One who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: I dwell in a high and holy place with him who has a contrite and humble spirit, Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is On My Side

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 19, 2017

To show that the LORD GOD Himself is our Protector and Protection.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you protected by the LORD? Yes. From within and out. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD GOD Himself is our Protector and Protection. IV. TEXT: Romans 8:31 What then shall we say to [all] this? If God is for us, who [can be] ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Encourage And Strengthen

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2013

To show that GOD is our Encourager and Strengthener and Strength.

I. EXORDIUM: Who encourages and strengthens us? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is our Encourager and Strengthener and Strength. IV. TEXT: 2 Thessalonians 2:17 (Amplified Bible) Comfort and encourage your hearts and strengthen them [make them steadfast and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:17

Denomination: Pentecostal