Sermons on Influence:

Genesis' Crreation

Contributed by John Fruner on Aug 18, 2002

Working out conflict between science and Genesis Creation account.

Many people now believe the creation account in Genesis is a charming myth with no evidence for validation. However, I think we can look at Genesis in a reasonable and logical manner, seeing that it actually does support scientific research. The origin of the universe and especially of human life ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Catholic

It's Alive

Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Aug 19, 2002

Hebrews 4:12...the word of God is Living and Active and Sharper than any double edged sword...

IT’S ALIVE…THE WORD OF GOD AIM: To help the congregation to take a stand on the Word of God. TEXT: Hebrews 4:12 OPEN: a) Good Morning b) Announcements if any c) Welcome to everyone d) Tell Story or Joke e) Introduce Topic…THE WORD OF GOD f) Share how the word has affected ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Word Of Life

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002

Talk about the Word(Ie God) and what all it means to our lives

1 John 1:1-4 The Word of Life I. Introduction a. We will be studying the book of 1 John for the next couple of weeks b. First John is a very fascinating book c. The author of 1 John is believed to be John who was the author of John and whom many feel was the author of Revelations. d. The reason ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Test The Spirits

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002

We should no blindly accept everything that we hear, rather we should go and study the Bible before we make a decision

1 John 4:1-6 Test the Spirits Introduction A. It is almost the end of the school year B. Such a joyous time for all kids and teachers C. What normally happens at the end of the school year D. It is called finals E. Test based on everything that you were suppose to learn throughout the year F. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What The Bible Can Do For You!

Contributed by James Botts on Aug 29, 2002

What the Bible Can Do For You! (2 Timothy 3:15-17)With all of the information overload in our world today, is it possible for us to hear the voice of God? God’s Word benefits our lives by providing the direction for our greatest areas of need.

The Crossing Community Church “What the Bible Can Do For You” Pastor Jim Botts July 7, 2002 Introduction We live in the age of information overload. Consider the following: - New York Times contains more factual information in one edition than all the written materials available to a reader in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Word

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

WE have the most powerful book in the whole world, the only catch is that we have to read it.

Hebrew 4:12-13 The Power of the Word Introduction What is I were to tell you that there was this new product that could entertain you, increase your life, answer your questions, comfort you, build you up, and make you a better person. I’m sure that you would all be rushing to Wal-Mart to buy it. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

By The Word Of Thy Lips!

Contributed by Stephen Elmer on Sep 6, 2002

Do we have a passion for God’s beautiful and precious Word, which David describes as "the word of Thy lips"?

“By The Word Of Thy Lips” Psalm 17:4 Introduction: 1. Read Psalm 17:4 - “By The Word Of Thy Lips” - How David Describes The Scriptures - The Words Are From His Own Lips! God Is The Source! - The Words Are Beautiful And Precious! Like A Friends! - The Words Are Good And Useful! 2. IE: Man In ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 17:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Of God Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Sep 8, 2002

The difference the Gospel makes in our lives

The Gospel of God Romans 1:2-7 • This morning: Paul’s definition of himself 1) Man who knew his MASTER 2) Man who knew his MISSION 3) Man who knew his MESSAGE 25 years before the Book of Romans was written by Paul a man named Saul was walking along a road to Damascus. A bright light ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:2-7

Survivor 1: The Survivor's Guidebook Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Sep 16, 2002

This is the first message in my SURVIVOR series, focusing upon God’s Word as the true guidebook for life (09-15-2002).

Opening Comments Today we begin our new SURVIVOR series. Our theme will be “Surviving the Challenges of Life.” This is not, of course, an original idea. It is based upon the wildly popular reality TV show called “Survivor.” The fifth installment of that show begins this Thursday night. Now, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive As We Are Forgiven

Contributed by Lin Fricker on Sep 24, 2002

Based on the parable of the Unmerciful Servant Matthew 18:21-35 about forgiving others as we are forgiven

Peter begins by asking Jesus a question, "how many times must I forgive my brother, up to seven times? This would have been a very generous act in those days as God had finished his work of creation and on the seventh day rested, seven was a perfect number. So Peter thought he was being very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Read The Bible

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 25, 2002

We are lost, needing direction, need a map? Read the Bible

WHY READ THE BIBLE? 2 Tim. 3:14-17 Illustration: It’s Christmas Eve. The kids are all asleep, you are sitting by the tree, trying to assemble that bike. Box says “so simple a 10 year old can put it together”. An hour later you mutter something like “they forgot to include the 10 year old ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If It Works, Do It!

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 30, 2003

The Bible is full of things that will work if you put them to practice in your life. There is wise counsel to be found on a number of subjects in the word of God.

The Bible is full of things that will work if you put them to practice in your life. There is wise counsel to be found on a number of subjects in the word of God. ÿ The scripture says, “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my pathway.” ÿ The Bible says, “Thy word is like gold to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:22, Romans 1:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Beginning Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Jun 5, 2003

Describes how Mark serves as a source of understanding and pattern for following Jesus

Last fall, we began our journey through the Bible. We started in Genesis with the creation and we traced the formation of God’s people beginning with the call of Abraham and Sarah. God gave his promise of blessing to them. Later, we heard the story of Joseph. If you know the story, you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-20

Denomination: Brethren

The Whole Counsel Of God

Contributed by Timothy Shumer on Jun 14, 2003

In Acts 20, when Paul gives his farewell address to the Ephesian elders, we really see his heart as a pastor. What was driving him? Being aware of the necessity of being God’s "watchman." How did he accomplish this? "For I have not shunned to declare unto

Ephesus was a city in which many Jews took up residence + Here the seeds of the gospel were sown immediately after Pentecost = [Acts 2:9, 6:9] + At the close of his second missionary journey (about A.D. 51) + When Paul was returning from Greece to Syria, first visits city = [Acts 18:18-21] + He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-35

Denomination: Baptist

Sold Out

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Jun 18, 2003

No man in human history had a greater opportunity for success and happiness than did Judas Iscariot. Yet, since his death, he has ranked at the top of the list among those who also betrayed the Lord. Luke called him a traitor. John the Beloved labeled him

SOLD OUT SCRIPTURE: Zechariah 11:12, 13; Matthew 26:15 INTRODUCTION No man in human history had a greater opportunity for success and happiness than did Judas Iscariot. Yet, since his death, he has ranked at the top of the list among those who also betrayed the Lord. Luke called him a traitor. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:24, Zechariah 11:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal