Sermons on Infinite Concern:

What Is Man, & Who Am I?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 11, 2001

Before it’s too late, it is important to find an answer to David’s question, "What is man that God is so concerned about us?" What are we, & where are we going?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK ILL. Some years ago, Time Magazine featured a story about Peter Sellers, a well-known English actor. The article was about him appearing on the Muppet Show & being interviewed by Kermit The Frog. His interview began with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9, Colossians 2:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Power Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 6, 2005

Spiritual Power is a life changed for Jesus through presenting the Gospel. A spiritual Leader is someone who is willing to pay a personal price for his concern, his message, and his lifestyle as he bears the message of Jesus.

Any written statement carries certain dangers with it. It sets down a confirmed record and holds the writer to account. It can also be misinterpreted and misunderstood if the exact context of what was said and why it was said isn’t understood precisely. E-mail heightens these dangers because it ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

One God. Pt.1. Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 10, 2006

It seams as thou every religion in the world is mainly concerned with Christianity and Jesus, more now than ever. Why? Because all recognize that there is only one God. But how do we come to recognize whom that on

One God. It seams as thou every religion in the world is mainly concerned with Christianity and Jesus, more now than ever. Why? Because all recognize that there is only one God. But how ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Body

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Apr 6, 2005

The apostle Paul opens up discussion concerning the nature of the resurrection body. He deals with two questions which foolish objectors raise (v. 35). The first question implies that resurrection is impossible; the second, that it is inconceivable.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: In March of 1981, President Reagan was shot by John Hinckley, Jr. , and was hospitalized for several weeks. Although Reagan was the nation’s chief executive, his hospitalization had little impact on the nation’s activity. Government continued. On the other hand, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-44

Denomination: Baptist

A Profitable Faith. Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

Some people do not see any benefits from being a Christian. Our faith is profitable, and we need to be able to share that in convincing manner. In this passage James gives some illustrations concerning a provable faith.

A Profitable Faith. James 2:14-26 C:\MyData\JAM-OLD But Good\JAMES2-2.WPD {14} What use is it, my brethren, if a man says he has faith, but he has no works? Can that faith save him? {15} If a brother or sister is without clothing and in need of daily food, {16} and one of you says to them, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: *other

Claim Your Blessings

Contributed by Isaac Magsino on Jan 9, 2006

So put your concerns, your worries, your fears, your hopes, your dreams, your families and your relationships in God’s hands because... It depends whose hands it’s in.

Theme: CLAIM YOUR BLESSING Text: James 1: 5-7 Date: February 27, 2k5 Place: FBC Kodiak, Alaska Introduction: Psalm 37:4 "Delight yourself in the Lord and He shall give you the desires of your Heart Focus: Courageous acts of Claiming James 1:5-7 I. WITH CONFIDENCE. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Careful, It's A Trap!

Contributed by Rev. M Edmunds on Jan 12, 2006

Offense involves the conduct of the person who is injured. It denotes the enticement or occasion leading to conduct that brings with it the ruin of the person in question. In our text Luke 17:1, the concept of offense is concerned mainly with the fact tha

Today, I would like to deal with the word “offense.” Used in a variety of ways in Scripture, as it is in English: it is an infraction of law, sin, transgression, and state of being damaged. In addition, it is the act of creating resentment, hurt feelings, and displeasure. The Greek word for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Tears Of An Apostle"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Jan 16, 2003

The Apostle Paul cried! It’s important that we understand the emotional and spiritual stresses that brought him tears. In doing so we can understand what should cause our own concern, and tears!

Southern Hills Baptist Church January 19th 2003 “The Tears of an Apostle” Philippians 3: 18-21 By Pastor Mark Hensley “For, as I have often told you before and now say again even with tears, many live as enemies of the cross of Christ. 19Their destiny is destruction, their god is their stomach, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

When The Message Is Over

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 3, 2003

Now the vital issue of concern to all of us is: What Act or Activity Follows the SpokenWord? Following the Public Proclamation of the Lecture or Lesson, the Exposition or Exegesis, or the Sermon or Message, the question is: What Happens?

I submit to us that the Preaching of the Gospel, the Teaching of the Text,the Sounding of the Script,Should Effect a Host of Heavenly Activity Among the Hearers of the Word! Yet, I hasten to add this appendage, the Ideal is seldom Realized in the Realm of Our Here and Now. A Host of Heavenly ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of The Word Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 17, 2002

The Word of Wisdom is supernatural revelation, by the Spirit of God, concerning the divine purpose in the mind and will of God. It is the God-given ability to receive, from the Holy Spirit, a revelation of what to do about a particular situation, once you

By: Donna J. Kazenske 1 Cor. 12:7-10 "But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom, through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another the gift of faith by the same Spirit, to another ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-10, 1 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: *other

Love Promises

Contributed by Roger Haugen on May 14, 2002

Paul has caught the vision of how relationships work best ... always showing concern for that other person’s needs and wants ... loving that other person enough to listen and perhaps change to make things better

Love Promises Ephesians 5:21-22, 25 As we gather here today for this festive occasion, Paul has some very good advice for you, Mark and Ronalda, as you prepare to begin their life together. Paul writes: Submit yourselves to one another out of reverence for Christ. Wives, submit yourselves to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Biblical Authority

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 23, 2007

This sermon is from a Southern Baptist point of view concerning biblical authority. Even among Southern Baptists there is not complete agreement on the authority of Scripture. My point of view comes from my belief in the inerrancy of Scripture.

Introduction With the exception of the Lord Jesus Himself, the Bible has been the single most important influence in my life. When Paul wrote of Timothy, "From childhood you have known the sacred writings which are able to give you the wisdom that leads to salvation through faith which is in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Marching To Zion Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

Part of a series on the book of Exodus. God gives the Hebrew people promises about conquering the promise land. God has also given us promises concerning the promise land of Heaven to those who believe.

Marching to Zion Exodus 23:20- -God has now given them the commandments and all the needed instruction in observing those commandments from chapters 20-23 -last week we looked at the three feast they were commanded to keep the feast of unleavened bread, firstfuits, and ingatherings -we showed ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:20-26

An Interview In Hell

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jan 18, 2010

The mention of the place called hell brings different responses. Some people are concerned and are moved to share Jesus with the lost. Others react with fear and come to Jesus for salvation. Still others react with hatred and revolt and say it is not a

AN INTERVIEW IN HELL Luke 16:19-31 Intro: The mention of the place called hell brings different responses. Some people are concerned and are moved to share Jesus with the lost. Others react with fear and come to Jesus for salvation. Still others react with hatred and revolt and say it is not a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:18-31

Denomination: Baptist

"Being" In Relation To The Lord

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 20, 2011

We put so much emphasis on DOING things for the Lord. But God is not just concerned about what we are DOING for Him, but what we are BEING for Him. Here are 5 things we should BE as believers.

“Being” in Relation to the Lord Chuck Sligh June 27, 2004 TEXT: 2 Chronicles 25:1-2 – “Amaziah was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Jehoaddan of Jerusalem. 2 And he did that which ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 25:1-2

Denomination: Baptist