Sermons on Importance Of Gates:

When Revival Comes Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Jan 2, 2010

Revival is the Sovereign hand of God responding to the expressed need and prayer of God’s people.

PREACHER: Ralph Juthman TEXT: Psalm 85:4-6; various THEME: Revival comes at the sovereign, gracious decision of God to send a fresh movement of His Spirit among his people TITLE: When Revival Comes INTRODUCTION “The single greatest need in our land today is heaven-sent revival! In his annual ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Beat The Holiday Stress

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 4, 2010

How focusing on the incarnation can help us avoid the stress of the holiday season.

This week I ran across a popular on-line Christmas card that probably summarizes the feelings of many people about the stress of the Christmas season. It read: Oh my gosh it’s almost here Santa and his Christmas cheer I still have so much to do Already I’m becoming unglued Scurrying about like a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Provision Of God To A Complaining Israel Series

Contributed by James Jack on Jan 8, 2010

God provides for Israel, and for us, in ways that demonstrate his glory and our reliance on him.

Exodus 15:22 – 17:7 Cf John 6:25-59 There’s a number of different types of students at school that I find annoying. Am I allowed to say that? Well, I suppose I just did! But there’s a number of types of annoying kids. There’s the hyperactive ADHD types – you can ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is...gentleness Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 23, 2011

We develop gentleness in the body by balancing power and gentleness as we study God's Word, restore fallen brothers and sisters and in sharing the gospel.

Together we have been focusing on how to develop the fruit of the Spirit within our church so that we will be an alluring and attractive place to the world around us. As we’ve seen consistently, it is the “fruit” of the Spirit and not the “fruits” of the Spirit. There ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Moses In The School Of Hard Knocks Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 31, 2011

In this lesson we look at the incidents of Moses killing the Egyptian and running to Midian. What did Moses learn from this period in his life and the mistakes he made? We can learn a lot from the school of hard knocks.

Introduction: A. Has anyone here ever made a mistake? 1. Probably a better question for us is there anyone where who has never made a mistake. 2. Have you ever made a really foolish mistake? Like this boy sawing off the branch he was sitting on! That’s really dumb and painful! 3. Have you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Well-Known Sinner Meets Un-Known Saint Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jun 6, 2011

Conversion of Paul. What do we need to learn from it?

Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church Acts 9:1-31 Series: Acts: God’s vision and power for Shell Point Baptist. Well-Known Sinner Meets Un-Known Saint Introduction: Some things just seem to GO TOGETHER naturally • House FULL of family and plates FULL of good food. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Burning Bushes And Second Chances Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 8, 2011

This sermon spends time at the burning bush and discusses the fact that failure doesn't disqualify us from God's service.

Introduction: A. Maybe you have heard the story of the day that President George W. Bush was in an airport and noticed a man in a long flowing red robe with a long flowing white hair and beard. 1. The man had a staff in one hand and some stone tablets under the other arm. 2. George W. approached ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Murder Mystery

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 10, 2011

Anger, the impulse to destroy, is the direct opposite of love, the force which gives life. This is why anger is equivalent to murder in the eyes of God, who looks on the heart.

Have you ever caught yourself looking at your reflection in a shop window? I have to confess that I sometimes do. Or maybe you're not that vain, or not as self-conscious. Maybe you're one of those blissfully secure people who (once you get your clothes on) never give your appearance another ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

No Excuses - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jun 12, 2011

Several weeks ago, we saw that those who do not believe in God and ultimately do not trust in Christ have no excuse for not believing and for not living their lives in glory to God. Now Paul turns to the Jews, the religious people of the day, who thought

No Excuses – Part 2 Romans 2:1-29 Slide Several weeks ago we began this series called “Summer in Rome” and we learned in the first message that the Gospel is the Power of God for salvation and for righteous living. It is only through trusting in Christ that we can be saved and only through ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Extreme Makeover: Manly Edition

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 20, 2011

Regardless of your past, God can take you on a journey to make you the man you were intended to be.

Extreme Makeover: Manly Edition Text: Philippians 1:6 He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Intro: What does it mean for someone to be masculine? I shared a message on this a few years ago, but really felt like I needed to hit it again with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Beware Of Taking Shortcuts

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 25, 2011

This sermon encourages us to avoid taking shortcuts to get things at the expense of our spiritual lives. It looks at the life of Gehazi

Beware Of Taking Short Cuts 2 Kings 5:1-27 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 Calvary 6/26/2011 Today we are going to recognize those who have been promoted and those who have graduated and reached a new milestone in their lives. How many of you remember what it was like on that last day of school ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Grace, Gratitude And Growth

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 29, 2011

Three great themes in the opening verses of Philippians.

Grace, Gratitude and Growth Phil 1:1-11 Message prepared for Sunday School Class at First Baptist Church, West Monroe, LA June 26, 2011 *Philippians is a tremendous book of the Bible. Here God gives us some great words of comfort. For example in Phil 4 He tells us: 6. Be anxious for nothing, but ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness

Contributed by Jb Hall on Jun 29, 2011

This sermon answers 5 questions: (1) What is forgiveness? (2) Why is forgiveness needed? (3 ) Who needs forgiveness? (4) How do I receive and give forgiveness? (5) What are the results of forgiveness having been received or extended?

Forgiveness Matthew 18:21 – 35 By: JB Hall Introduction: Central to salvation and the entire Christian life and experience is the issue of forgiveness. One who needs forgiveness is indebted and in bondage. The one who needs to forgive is also in bondage. This morning we want to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Discerning & Discovering Spiritual Blessings Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 5, 2011

In chapter 2, a father encourages his son to search diligently for this rare jewel because wisdom is not usually discovered by the casual observer. Wisdom is discovered and enjoyed only by those who are diligent, devoted, and determined to seek it.

PROVERBS 2:1-8 DISCERNING AND DISCOVERING SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS When Betty Goldstein of Staten Island, New York, entered the hospital, her husband Ron wrapped her 3.5-carat diamond ring in a napkin for safekeeping. But in a forgetful moment, the 63-year-old Goldstein threw the napkin in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Does God Care About Me?

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 7, 2011

God cares for you the same way He cared for Joseph! He wants to: 1. restore your broken relationships (vs. 1-5). 2. save you from your sins (vs. 5-7). 3. bring blessings out of your burdens (vs. 8). 4. make you part of His mission (vs. 9-15).

Does God Care about Me? Genesis 45:1-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 23, 2010 BACKGROUND & INTRODUCTION: *Does God care about me? -- Everybody needs to know the answer to this question. And today we can find the answer from one of the greatest men in the Old Testament. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Denomination: Baptist