Sermons on Influence:

The Biblical Perspective On Alcohol Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 12, 2025

This sermon will explore the biblical perspective on alcohol, examining the warnings and guidance provided in Scripture.

The Bible provides numerous warnings about the dangers of alcohol, its potential to lead individuals down a path of destruction, and its impact on society. In the book of Proverbs, King Solomon shares insights gained from his own experiences and observations about the effects of alcohol on ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:20-21, 1 Corinthians 5:11-13, Proverbs 21:17

Don't Just Settle Anywhere! Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Jan 28, 2023

Be mindful of the company you keep because bad company corrupts good character.

Sodom and Gomorrah were so wicked that God decided to destroy those cities. Everything and everyone were going to be destroyed. Had it not been for Abraham interceding to God, Lot and his family would have been destroyed with everything else. Genesis 18:16-33. That night, two angels came to the ...read more

Holy Innocents And Child Protection Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 15, 2023

The Feast of the Holy Innocents has gained additional significance in today's culture as a day to consider the safety and welfare of children.

Holy Innocents and Child Protection Christianity's Feast of the Holy Innocents, which is celebrated on December 28, has a rich religious and historical tradition. On this day, people celebrate the biblical story of King Herod's brutal order to kill newborn Jesus in order to get rid of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5, 1 John 2:2, Matthew 2:13-18

Denomination: Other

Whosoever Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jan 11, 2025

I cannot say for anybody else, but I am so glad that God will save whosoever. Although it is not in our text we certainly see the free will of man and his ability to call unto God for salvation.

“Whosoever” Acts 8:9-13 1-12-2025 AM I cannot say for anybody else, but I am so glad that God will save whosoever. Paul said in, 1 Timothy 1:15 “This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.” In our text today ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Spiritual Attacks SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

The enemy constantly tries to harm God's people in various ways, but through the power of the Holy Spirit, we have complete freedom. We are not victims, but victors.

Today, we will delve into the topic of spiritual arrows and their impact on the lives of believers. Spiritual arrows are invisible attacks from the kingdom of darkness that target specific individuals or groups. These arrows can cause harm, affliction, confusion, division, character disorders, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:5

Topics: Christian Freedom, Spiritual Warfare

Making Disciples

Contributed by Archie Norman on Aug 18, 2014

making disciples

Making Disciples Matthew 28:19-20; 4:19 I. Invitation to follow Christ (share) II. Instruction in following Christ (model) III. Influence others to follow Christ (delegate) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Struggling In Marriage Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Oct 27, 2014

ties that bind

Struggling in Marriage I Corinthians 7:10-16 1. Honest Inquiry - are you a believer or unbeliever? 2. Heavenly Instruction - are you fulfilling your responsibility? 3. Holy Influence - are you considering the other person? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

Call 2 Fall Sunday

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 6, 2010

How to pray for our nation and why.

Call 2 Fall Sunday 2 Chronicles 7:14 As we celebrate our independence as a nation, we also want to celebrate our dependence on God. Spiritual Awakenings - Acts 17:26-27 The Influence of the Church in History Acts 3:1-7, Acts 4:4, 8-20, 29-31 We must pray! For our nation, for the church, for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Charismatic

Doomsayer Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Sep 3, 2015

Esther

Doomsayer Esther 3:4-6 1.The power of doing right *Take a stand and you may be rewarded later or create havoc in the present 2. The power of influence *Placed without reason (v. 1), only to perform evil (v. 9) 3. The power of hate A. Self-consuming and you do not understand it ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Doomsayer Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Sep 29, 2015

study of Esther

Doomsayer Esther 3:4-6 1. The power of doing right *Take a stand and you may be rewarded later or create havoc in the present 2. The power of influence *Placed without reason (vs. 1), only to perform evil (v. 9) 3. The power of hate A. Self-consuming and you do not understand ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Quick Slow Slow (James 1:19-20) Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 10, 2021

We all struggle with sinful anger. For some it’s violent and red-faced; for others it’s a quiet, building resentment. Whatever the form, James teaches us how to overcome it in this passage.

James 1:19 My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, 20 for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires. 21 Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

A New Year Resolution

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Jan 7, 2002

In his letter to the Phillipians, Paul invites us to join him as he strives for Christian perfection. This is a good New Year Resolution for us. This sermon and its invitation launches a new sermon series exploring our ’postmodern’ times & how we can st

Happy New Year! Only 4 hours and __minutes to go. I’m sure that most of us will be happy to see 2001 go and hope that 2002 will be a better year. There has been some talk about New Year resolutions around the office these last days before the new year. I guess the talk of these new ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

Denomination: Methodist

Extreme Makeover: Pierced Tongue Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Sep 13, 2004

God wants to give us a makeover with a pierced tongue, a tongue that God has changed so that it conforms to his pattern of beauty and purpose.

Some of you probably grew up with beef tongue as a part of your menu. My mother sometimes served it boiled or stewed and sometimes pickled. I read about a certain master who ordered his servant to buy the best food he could get to provide for a meal for the entertainment of his friends. The ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

Can I See Right Through You?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Apr 29, 2006

Christians should be transparent and God should be vivible behing each of us.

Can I see right through you? Ephesians 5:8-14 Well here we are 4 weeks from Easter. Just 4 weeks until kids are on sugar highs and spring will have been completely sprung and summer will be right around the corner. But, we are not there yet. We are on the Lenten journey with a long way to go ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Congregational

Jesus, Friend Of Sinners

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 23, 2005

A message examining how Jesus interacted with "sinners" and such.

Jesus, Friend of Sinners Matthew 9:9-13 October 23, 2005 Introduction What we’re going to look at today is a great example of one of the things I love most about Jesus and what I try to exemplify most about him. I’m not perfect in this, and I blow it sometimes, but I hope someday that someone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Wesleyan