Sermons on Influence:

The Lord Wants You!

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 26, 2005

A message on Christian growth.

THE LORD WANTS YOU! Luke 5:27-29 INTRO: During WWII there was a unique sign in front of an army recruiting office. In the center of the sign there was an oval cutout with a mirror behind it. Underneath were the words, “Your country needs you.” When a man would read these words and look into the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-29

Denomination: Baptist

When You Talk To Yourself What Do You Say And Is Anybody Listening?

Contributed by William Nieporte on Sep 6, 2005

Addresses the problem of unbiblical self-talk and how to speak the truth of grace to your mind.

When You Talk To Yourself, What Do You Say? And Is Anybody Listening? Romans 5:1-11 Introduction: “Since you have been justified…” That’s Paul’s way of addressing Christians—people who have placed their faith in the redemptive work of Christ at the Cross and in the Resurrection. “Since you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

An Effective Soul Winner Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 3, 2002

Sermon on the call of Matthew Levi with emphasis on the characteristics of a soul winner as seen in both Jesus and Matthew.

An Effective Soul Winner Mark 2:13-20 INTRO.: These events occurred during the first year of the public ministry of Jesus. He is involved in a preaching tour of Galilee and has called His first four disciples, fishermen who make their living on the Sea of Galilee. He is near the port of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living In The Furnace

Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Feb 28, 2002

When the pressures of life close in upon us, Where can we draw stregth?

Our text for today allows us to see God working in the lives of his people bringing salvation to them in the midst of the "heat" and pressures of life. And while we would all agree that this is the purpose of our faith and could draw a pretty good lesson from this fact for our lives, I don’t want ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Let Your Light Shine

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 10, 2001

Let your light shine in the world

INTRODUCTION Last week in Matthew 5:13, Jesus said that you are the salt of the earth. Jesus wanted us to see the relationship that the members of the body of Christ are to have with the world. In today’s passage, we find Jesus teaching concerning the citizens of the kingdom as to their PRIMARY ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 5:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Demas Syndrome Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Oct 18, 2001

This sermon identifies the symptoms of The Demas Syndrome, which is the disease of falling in love with the world.

THE DEMAS SYNDROME by Steven L. Dow 1 John 2:15-17 INTRODUCTION: John begins this passage with a clear command: “Do not love the world or anything in the world.” Why can’t we love the world? The Bible tells us in John 3:16 that God loved the world, so why can’t we? In order to answer that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Answering Difficult Bible Passages

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 21, 2011

How to understand and explain difficult Bible passages.

A. INTRODUCTION: YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARD DIFFICULTIES 1. Because a verse is difficult does not mean the Bible is contradictory, nor should you doubt God’s Word. 2. You can’t know everything, only God knows everything, so trust Him. “The secret things belong unto the Lord our ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 22:29

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Feb 10, 2010

Introduction to the spiritual gifts mentioned in 1 Cor. 12

Subject: Introduction to spiritual gifts Text: 1 Corinthians 12 Introduction “Now about spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be ignorant. You know that when you were pagans, somehow or other you were influenced and led astray to mute idols. Therefore I tell you that no one who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Steps To True Prosperity Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010

• Last week we discussed some of the first steps that are necessary to obtain true prosperity. o True prosperity is the ability to meet the needs of others at any given time. o The Bible teaches us that we can be successful in every aspect of life. o M

Introduction • Last week we discussed some of the first steps that are necessary to obtain true prosperity. o True prosperity is the ability to meet the needs of others at any given time. o The Bible teaches us that we can be successful in every aspect of life. o Money is a tool to get ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One In A Million Series

Contributed by Connail Johnson on Nov 10, 2010

Would you agree with me that Satan has pointed all of the artillery of hell at the home? Think about it: Immorality/adultery/fornication/homosexuality/abortion/ militant feminism/juvenile delinquency/sexually transmitted diseases. These are all sins hatch

CYCLES 4 SISTERS “ONE IN A MILLION” HER MATURATION Text: Titus 2:1-5 Introduction: Try This On Would you agree with me that Satan has pointed all of the artillery of hell at the home? Think about it: Immorality/adultery/fornication/homosexuality/abortion/ militant feminism/juvenile ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Truths To Learn From Esther

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Apr 14, 2008

Esther was faced with a decision that required her to pray, review God’s timing, act with courage and live by faith. These are traits we must evidence too when making decisions

Esther became Queen to King Xerxes in 479BC. This was around 25 years after Ezra took a group of pilgrims back to Israel. In chapter one Queen Vashti refuses to obey the King and is removed from power. In chapter two the King holds a beauty pageant to select the next queen. READ 2:17, 18 As we ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Extreme Widows! (Mark 12:41-44)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 4, 2007

My focus here is on three widows - Ruth, her mother-in-law Naomi, and a nameless pensioner who puts all her livelihood into the offertory plate!

A priest by the name of Wes Seeliger was shopping for a motorcycle. The Harley-Davidson salesperson bragged ‘this machine will go from 0 to 150 in 20 seconds. It will hug the road at 150 km/h. It will outrun anything on wheels. What do you do for a living, sir.’ ‘I’m a priest’ Seeliger said. ‘It’s ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Victory Over The Enemy

Contributed by Greg Addison on Jul 9, 2007

The devil is a real enemy, but we can have real victory over him by understanding who he is and fighting him strong in our faith.

VICTORY OVER THE ENEMY THEME: Christians must never forget that we are travelers in a land that is currently under the influence and power of Satan. Satan is about the business of attacking Christians with a well-prepared, intentional, and strategic plan to keep us from living a life which gives ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Accurate Life (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Feb 28, 2008

We should not only know what we believe but how to behave.

TOPIC: ACCURATE LIFE (PART 1) (4th of a Series in the Book of James – A Life That Make a Difference Series) Text: James 1:19-21 “19 My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to angry, 20 for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

O Canada - We Stand On Guard For Thee

Contributed by C Jordan on Jun 28, 2008

God is looking for a generation who will rise up and reclaim the righteous foundations in our nation of Canada.

OH CANADA – WE STAND ON GUARD FOR THEE OPEN: On July 1st we celebrate Canada Day! • Discuss trip to Ottawa in Summer 2006 for The Cry Prayer Rally on Parliament Hill - powerful experience! QUOTE: “Every generation and every nation has had righteous radicals for God. These were mighty men and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 72:8

Denomination: *other