Sermons on Inner Motives:

The Blessed Husband

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Nov 23, 2004

This message explains the husbands role in the marriage. How did Christ love the church? I show 5 areas Christ loved the church, so that we as husbands would have an example to pattern our lives after.

Title: The Blessed Husband Text: Eph 5:22-33 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - We are going to look at this evening the role of the Husband according to Eph 5:22-33 - But before we do that, let me give you some stories to help us along: Panel of Women debated on what they thought was a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Introduction To The Book Of Ruth Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 19, 2013

A basic intro to Ruth, discussing its biblical and historical setting, basic story line, theme, author, date, outline, major and minor characters, location and basic teachings with a concluding discussion question about participant goals for the study.

Introduction to the Book of Ruth Series: Ruth June 16, 2013 NOTE: If you would like to have the formatted student study sheet that goes along with this week’s intro study with a helpful chart and a color map, write and request it at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Ruth 1:1-5 – ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Point Of Phineas

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 1, 2013

Phineas (Pinchas in Hebrew) made a significant "point" in his jealousy for God. He took initiative to honor Him.

1. [Doors of Opportunity Video Clip (Sermoncentral.com) 2. We Have the Opportunity to Become the Model for Someone "In 1926, a wealthy Toronto lawyer named Charles Vance Millar died; leaving behind him a will that amused and electrified the citizens of his Canadian province. Millar, a bachelor ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 25:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

His Grace Is Enough Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 20, 2011

Man's religion is at war with God's revelation.

Introduction Earlier in this sermon series I illustrated a point with the story of my little one year old daughter Felicity rummaging through her brother’s things in her near constant treasure hunting as she roams around the house seeking for things to get into. Just the other day she came ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:6-10

Denomination: Christian Church

The Words Of The Wise Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 10, 2013

God's wise men wrote His truths down so that we could be wise & so that we could readily share them with others.

PROVERBS 22:17–21 THE WORDS OF THE WISE [1 Timothy 1:3-12] God's wise men wrote these truths down so that we could be wise and so that we could readily share them with others(CIT). [The sayings in 22:17-24:34 were written by wise men other than Solomon, and were compiled either in his ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:17

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Glad Its Them And Not You Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 26, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke 13: 1 – 5

Luke 13: 1 – 5 Are You Glad Its Them And Not You There were present at that season some who told Him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. 2 And Jesus answered and said to them, “Do you suppose that these Galileans were worse sinners than all other ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Sitting In The Thanksgiving Chair Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 20, 2009

We need to spend more time in the Thanksgiving Chair

INTRODUCTION • CLICK TO PC VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • As you live your life each moment, is it not easy to forget that we are to be thankful for so much? • I like the way the video clip brings an awareness of how we are to be in a constant state of thankfulness. • Today we are going to spend some time in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facing Yesterday Series

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 3, 2009

Face the problems of your past so you can enjoy living in your tomorrows.

Intro. We began this series looking at the changes in the life of Jacob from which Joseph would benefit. Jacob, now Israel, became a godly man that trusted the Lord. Joseph would need that example. Then, Life took and Unexpected Turn when Joseph’s brothers sold him. In a few years, though a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret To Being Happier Every Day

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 5, 2009

Recent scientific research has confirmed what God has always taught on what truly makes us happy. We explore four keys to greater happiness.

The Secret To Being Happier Every Day When reading the September 2008 edition of Parade Magazine, I came across a short article entitled “The Secret to Being Happier Every Day.” Written by Allison Takeda, the article presents the results of recent scientific studies that explored what things ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Christmas!

Contributed by Robert Cox on Jan 7, 2009

What if there were no Christmas?

LUKE 2:1 And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. 3 So all went to be registered, everyone to his own city.4 Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Character Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 19, 2011

Being a Christian, living a Christian life is not something which occurs spontaneously or automatically. It doesn’t just happen. We don’t just sit back and do nothing about it.

The book of Colossians, or the letter to the churches in Colosse and the surrounding areas, was written by Paul about 30 years after the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ. Paul’s words were written while he was in prison in Rome, awaiting trial. Tradition tells us that Paul would be ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Grow Up! Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 28, 2009

We are to be growing in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior, and we are to be moving towards maturity in the faith. This sermon looks at this teaching more closely.

Grow Up! Text: Ephesians 4:13-16 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Nostalgia is a powerful thing. Have you ever noticed that when some people talk about the past they refer to it as the “Good ole days?” TV commercials have picked up on this. I remember seeing the commercials for Life cereal where ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Walking By The Spirit

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 7, 2010

Walking under the guidance of God's Spirit is the only sure way to be successful in God's work.

WALKING BY THE SPIRIT GALATIANS 5:16-25 INTRODUCTION Doctors continually tell us how important it is that we get exercise. We are told that we need about thirty minutes each day. There are different types of exercise we can do to stimulate different parts of our body. There are numerous exercise ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Grace And Sin's Thoroughness Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Apr 18, 2011

We all have a sinful nature that must be altered by God if our relationship with Him is going to be healed.

Grace And Sin’s Thoroughness Romans 5:12 Introduction: A. The section of Scripture that begins with this verse contrasts the effects of Adam’s sin with the results of Christ’s sacrifice. B. Paul will use the occasion of sin’s entrance into humanity by Adam and Eve’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12

Denomination: Baptist

"The Power God Gives"

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 25, 2007

An examination of Psalm 114.

It has been observed that too many in the church today put more emphasis on human influence than divine power. Often times, we focus more on who we know in Washington, D.C. or in city hall than we do on Who we know in heaven! Truly, we live in a day in which God’s people need to become "power ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 114:1-8, Psalm 114:1-10

Denomination: Baptist