Sermons on Initiative:

Baptism In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 28, 2005

basic teaching on Pentecost

II. Baptism in the Holy Spirit a. it was a declaration of John the Baptist about Christ—Matt. 3:11- Jesus would baptize people in the Holy Spirit and with fire. It isn’t the baptism of the H.S. but in the Holy Spirit. Jesus is the one who is baptizing. b. It is the promise of the Father—Acts ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Recieve An Answer From God Series

Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Oct 29, 2006

The fourth messaGE SHOWS US HOW TO RECIEVE AN ANSWER FROM God

THE IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER Part Four “How to receive an answer from God” Adapted from a message by Wayne Field Luke 1:5-25 September 10th 2006 Broadway Baptist Church INTRODUCTION We’ve spent the last three weeks talking about prayer. Some of what you are going to hear today is a repeat of what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Man For All Seasons

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006

A message for Baptist Men’s Day.

A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS Nehemiah 2 INTRO: A sports personality who participates in more than one sport is referred to as a man for all seasons. Nehemiah was a true man for all seasons. He mastered the seasons of stress and success. When we first meet him in Scripture, he was a slave. But he became ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Doing What He Asks Of Us

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 5, 2007

A short but challenging homily. The disciples were sent to go and get a donkey for Jesus. How do we respond when Jesus asks things of us?

I have some Christian friends who were convinced about 2 years ago that God was asking them to buy their local pub and to continue to run it as a pub with food and alcohol being served. (At this point those of you who are anti alcohol – for whatever reason - may already be feeling sceptical, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Anglican

Put On The Armor Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 27, 2006

Paul writes in his letter to the Ephesians that it is necessary to start with God’s grace, live out our faith based on that grace and stand against Satan using that grace.

Ephesians 6:10-18 “Put On the Armor” INTRODUCTION We continue to examine Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. After instructing his readers in the basics of God’s grace, Paul encourages Christians to live in the reality of that grace by walking before others and standing against Satan. We can ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

A Gospel Proclaimed Series

Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 17, 2007

Introductory material from Colossians leads to an invitation to trust Christ

A Gospel Proclaimed….. Col. 1:22-23 1. The Basis of the Gospel Passion of the Christ ramps up the depiction of The Jesus film – none can really show the horror of the physical destruction. Beating actually part of the crucifixion. Description. Physical agony is necessary for us. Only way we can ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Love For One

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 3, 2007

Search & Rescue of Scott O’Grady Leads us to remember our rescue by Christ

– Lk 19:10 For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost Lk 15:4-7 What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it? 5 And when he hath found it, he layeth it on his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 18:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Temptation Of Jesus

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Feb 4, 2004

Even before Internet pornography, rampant materialism, and on-line gambling, there was temptation. Even Jesus faced it, and in studying His example, we can learn a lot about being victors.

THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS Scripture: Mark 1:12–13 Immediately the Spirit drove Him into the wilderness. And He was there in the wilderness forty days, tempted by Satan, and was with the wild beasts; and the angels ministered to Him. Introduction: Even before Internet pornography, rampant ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Making Room For God

Contributed by Daniel Chua on Sep 25, 2006

What Happened When We Make Room for God?

Three Reasons Why There Weren’t Room for Jesus 1. Too Crowded 2. Too Busy 3. Distractions How do we make room for God practically on a daily basis? Spend time alone with God. However, here are a few ideas: Talk to God - tell him how you feel and what you’re thinking about. Listen for his ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Does Heaven Look Like?

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Jul 26, 2008

This is what heaven looks like: - Heavenly hope is growing like a mustard seed even against our gardening esthetics - Heaven is as powerful as yeast and as sinful and dirty as well - Heaven is as valuable as a hidden treasure - and we should long to ge

Matt 13:31-33, 44-52 - Have you understood all this? Sure I understood: The mustard seed is about growth - This pictures teaches us that Heaven is growing in our midst and that we can grow as well - Like the Ugly Duckling or Phoenix from the Ashes - Little things can achieve a lot - like a word ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-52

Denomination: Congregational

You Can Run But You Just Can't Hide Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 24, 2008

A series of message of from the book of Jonah

YOU CAN RUN BUT YOU JUST CAN’T HIDE Jonah 1:4-5 1. The book of Jonah begins with Jonah’s receiving God’s call to “go and serve.” This is a common call from God. 2. God takes His call to His children very seriously and expects His children to respond affirmatively to His call. 3. To recognize ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 29, 2008

There is not greater peace then to know that you are forgiven.

The Joy of Forgiveness Psalm 32:1-5 Intro As with Psalm 51, scholars virtually agree on the occasion of this Hebrew song. God heard the prayer of the penitent David and restored full fellowship to him. The forgiven man then composed this joyful testimony of the peace that comes when one finds ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

You Gotta Be Reconciled To God Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Jan 27, 2014

The Bible teaches that all men are separated from God because of sin. Sin has made it so that now men and God are on opposing sides, yet one word saves the day for men, reconciliation.

Introduction: Our journey through the book of Colossians. Background: (1:1-2) * This morning we are going to focus our attention on one aspect/doctrine of salvation that the Apostle Paul focuses on in order to encourage the church at Colosse and strength their ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

He Will Do It Again

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 17, 2013

Friends, the most important point I want to drive across to you today is that, when you face a gigantic problem: think of all the goodness that He had done in the past, and get equipped to face the

He will do it again ! Deuteronomy 3:21,22"And I commanded Joshua at that time, saying, 'Your eyes have seen all that the LORD your God has done to these two kings; so will the LORD do to all the kingdoms through which you pass. You must not fear them, for the LORD your God Himself fights for you.' ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 3:20-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is God Present? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 3, 2014

Let us not make the mistake of missing God in our daily lives; He is always available!

Let us continue to learn from God’s Word; open your Bibles to 1 Samuel….. We have noted the story of prayerful Hannah who was blessed with a son she named Samuel. Samuel was raised in God’s Temple in Shiloh. We have noted from Chapters 2-6: The Ark of the Covenant was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible