Sermons on Ineffective:

The Outcome Of The Indwelling Of The Holy Spirit (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jesse Roncales on Mar 5, 2010

The indwelling of the Holy Spirit is a remarkable experience for every believer in Christ.

Introduction Dr. John MacArthur, Jr. begins his sermon on the 8th chapter of the epistle to the Romans with the following words, "The richness of this passage is really far beyond calculation. Its truths are so great that no matter how long or how diligently we study the chapter, we would ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Throning To Stoning

Contributed by Don Baggett on Nov 14, 2008

Paul and Barnabus didn’t know it, but they had jumped from the frying pan to the fire! They came to Lystra and began preaching the gospel. At first people wanted to sacrifice to them as gods, but then turned on them, stoned Paul, and left him for dead.

Paul and Barnabus didn’t know it, but they had jumped from the frying pan to the fire! They came to Lystra and began preaching the gospel. Faith to Be Healed They went to the market place everyday and preached. They were street preachers! There was a man there who was crippled. Notice the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-28

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Success Perseverance Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 25, 2008

Hold on and press on to what God has given You can also listen at www.preaching.co.nr

PERSEVERANCE Jesus said "seek first the kingdom of God", the Amplified Bible put this verse "aim at and strive after" the kingdom of God. This ’aiming’, ’striving’ or ’seeking’ may be defined as ’determination’ or ’perseverance.’ The Bible refers to perseverance in many different ways; endurance, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Community, Not An Ark But An Opportunity

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 9, 2007

the church is built as an open door to the lost, not an ark to preserve the saints

Intro: the other day Roger Lashley had a revelation from God. God spoke to him with these words, My church is not an ark. He relayed this to me, so I went to the book of Genesis and studied Noah and the ark. I tried to look at the difference between the ark and community. Here are four thoughts on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:1-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Don't They Ever Say, "Hi, Dad"?

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Jul 14, 2008

Father’s day message of 5 powerful "father" characteristics.

WHY DON’T THEY EVER SAY, “HI DAD”? Father’s Day June 15, 2998 Pastor Brian Matherlee THE TOP TEN THINGS YOU LEARNED FROM YOUR FATHER 10.When he was your age, kids had to walk six miles to school in the snow and rain . . . uphill both ways. 9. If he had acted like you, his father would have ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:19-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Called To Unity In Christ Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jan 28, 2017

Jesus wants us to abandon our compromised, self-centered involvement in the church and turn to the God-centered communal life He can use for His resolve. The purpose of the church is to reflect God’s character to the world.

An African proverb says, "When elephants fight, grass gets trampled." Elephants do not throw their weight around for nothing. The average African elephant weighs 16,534 lbs. The largest elephant on record weighed about 24,000 pounds and was 13 feet tall! Wild elephants eat all types of vegetation, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Other

The Weapons Of Our Warfare

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 1, 2020

Every Christian is fighting a spiritual warfare, and the Lord has given us spiritual weapons that are adequate to ensure our sustained victory in the battle.

The Weapons of our Warfare Study Text: 2 Corinthians 10:3-6, Ephesians 6:10-12 Introduction: - As Christians, we need to understand that we are engaged in a spiritual warfare and it is expedient that we war a good warfare. - Understanding that we war in the Spirit and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Focus On The Weak

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 10, 2010

Jesdus view of children, and weakness in general, was incredibly counter-culture. But it is what He calls us to.

Passage: Matthew 19:13-15 Intro: We live in a world of tactics, of processes, of gimmicks and approaches and “how to’s” 1. how to lose weight, how to get rich, to be successful, how to be happy 2. it’s no surprise, because as people we are more interested in results ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Revival & Miracles

Contributed by Andrew Heath on Oct 4, 2017

The Miracles of Jesus and the power over Nature, Satan and death it self ,and his kingdom rule

Title Revival and miracles Text Mark 4:35-5:1-22 I never cease to be amazed at how rich the word of God is! the depths of the wisdom, the poetry, the prophetic message for mankind ,the promises of the farther and the gospel of Jesus Christ , The bible is the bestselling book in the world for a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-22, Mark 4:35-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Anatomy Of Paul's Prayer Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 17, 2016

The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 8 The Anatomy of Paul's Prayer Colossians 2:1-5 David Taylor March 15, 2015

The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 8 The Anatomy of Paul's Prayer Colossians 2:1-5 We are starting chapter two in Paul's letter to the Colossian church, in our series, “The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ.” Paul wrote this letter to help the Colossian church see ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Anatomy Of Paul's Prayer Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 17, 2016

The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 10 The Anatomy of Paul's Prayer Colossians 2:6-10 David Taylor 2015 The Intensity of Paul's Prayer (vs. 1 The Heart of Paul's Prayer (vs. 2-3) The Motivation Behind Paul's Prayer (vs. 4-5)

The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 10 The Anatomy of Paul's Prayer We are starting chapter two in Paul's letter to the Colossians church, in our series, “The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ.” Paul wrote this letter to help the Colossian church see Christ as supreme ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Get Trapped Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Feb 21, 2020

There's something out there trying to trap you into making it/them the Lord of your life. Anything or anyone who is not Christ is trying to trap you.

(To hear the sermon please go to my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2066766) Don't Get Trapped Intro: • Better mousetrap. Little bit of peanut butter, irresistible. o An easy meal, easy fulfillment. • What kind of traps do we fall into? o Mystical tools, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rethink Religion

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Sep 1, 2021

When we say "religion" what do we really mean?

Rethink Religion Walk in Wisdom / James 1:17–27   • When we say “religion” what do we really mean? • Bible dictionary calls it Religion: “A relationship of devotion or fear of God or gods.” • Various types of conduct or ritual practices are included in that concept. • Those rather scholarly ...read more

Scripture: James 1:16-27, 1 John 2:3-6, Hebrews 13:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On Courage

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 10, 2021

Courage is defined as the ability to control your fear in a dangerous or difficult situation.

Maya Angelou, an American poet, memoirist and civil rights activist once remarked: “Courage is the most important of all the virtues, because without courage you can't practice any other virtue consistently. You can practice any virtue erratically, but nothing consistently without courage.” 2 ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6, 2 Timothy 1:7, John 16:33

Be Clothed With Humility Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 21, 2022

We need a fresh glimpse of the eternal and a reminder that God is our creator and we are the creation. God seeks humility in his children. Humble yourself under God’s mighty hand and he may lift you up in due time.

If you think like country singer Mac Davis that it is “Hard to Be Humble when you are perfect in every way”, that is a good sign that you need this passage of scripture on humility. Your accomplishments, recognitions and achievements can be obstacles to the humility that God desires us to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-7

Denomination: Baptist