Sermons on Inner Sin:

Testing The Waters

Contributed by Dwayne Brown, Phd on Jul 7, 2005

Each of us needs to strive for more depth in the Lord and more growth in God’s grace.

Many of us view the New Year as a time of beginning afresh, of setting new goals for ourselves, and making changes in our pattern of living. Some of us begin the New Year by saying to ourselves, as well as others, “I’m going to do things differently this year. I’m going to make some needed changes ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

"Because You Can"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jul 25, 2005

Christians, you are the only ones in the world who can love the way Jesus loves. And because you can...

“BECAUSE YOU CAN” James 2:1-13 1 My brethren, do not hold your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ with an attitude of personal favoritism. 2 For if a man comes into your assembly with a gold ring and dressed in fine clothes, and there also comes in a poor man in dirty clothes, 3 and you pay ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Orthodox

Thorns

Contributed by William Noel on Jul 31, 2005

Motivational sermon on how God uses trials (Thorns) in lives of His children to make us more productive for His service

“Thorns” II Cor. 12:7-10 7 And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. 8 For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Unworthy?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 1, 2005

Using Zacchaeus as an example, this sermon shows that no matter what our past, we are lovingly accepted by Jesus Christ as His own. Sermon based upon a sermon by Lee Stroebel.

One of your greatest needs in life is to feel valuable; that your life matters; and that you are worthwhile. Because of this, you’ll find yourself looking around and comparing yourself to other people. In our society we tend to base our self-worth on four things: 1 - We judge our worth first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-9

Denomination: *other

Divine Illumination

Contributed by James May on Aug 14, 2005

The disciples didn’t recognize the miracle of the loaves and fishes as a miracle because they were still spiritually blind. How many times do we miss out on a blessing because we are in need of some Divine Illumination.

Divine Illumination By Pastor Jim May How often do we witness a miracle and don’t even see it as a miracle? How often does the Hand of God move in our lives and we don’t even see Him at work? How much do we miss because we not looking for it? God still moves in the lives of His people but how ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:39-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You Wasting Your Life

Contributed by Mike Wimberly on Aug 15, 2005

If we fail to invest our lives in the purpose God gave our lives will be wasted

ARE YOU WASTING YOUR LIFE? MARK 8:34-38 I just celebrated another birthday. The years seem to go by faster as each one passes. I am thankful for the years the Lord has given me. As I get older I am reminded of the importance of using this life to fulfill the purpose God gave me. As I look around ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Not Fall Out Over This

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 20, 2005

This sermon deals with the need to communicate clearly with each other.

“Let’s Not Fall out Over This” GNLCC Numbers 32:1-34 Ephesians 4:25-32 Joshua 22 Have you ever made a decision, that was misunderstood or misread by someone else, and the person got upset with you. The next thing you know, there has been a falling out of some kind between you and the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 32:1-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lord, Give Me Patience....now!"

Contributed by Eston Williams on Aug 24, 2005

Patience is a gift of the Spirit to be openned each day, not a form of self discipline to be mastered.

On Tuesday mornings at 7 a.m., I meet with a group of six men where we offer each other support, encouragement and accountability as each of us seek to live like Jesus lived and love like Jesus loved. Last Tuesday one of the men in the group asked us all to pray for him to be more patient. The ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:10-12

Denomination: Methodist

Building Community Series

Contributed by Jason Freeman on Apr 4, 2006

Building community

The story is told about a man who survived for twenty years on a deserted island. When they found him they were astonished to see all that he had created. Left to his own, he had created a self-sufficient habitat with everything he needed to live comfortably. As they toured the island they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sharing Your Faith Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 4, 2006

You can share your faith without changing who you are.

[Much of the material in this sermon was taken from the book Becoming a Contagious Christian.] When I say the word “evangelism” what pops into your mind? Many people immediately conjure up memories of infamous televangelists, known primarily for extracting large amounts of money from their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Hell: The Place To Avoid At All Costs Series

Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 3, 2005

The second in a series on gaining an eternal perspective on life.

Introduction: 1. The famous preacher John Killinger & his wife attended a small country funeral where the pastor got up & for most of the 15 minute sermon talked about the horrors of hell & how tragic it was that the deceased was probably there at that very moment. When they left John complained ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Life-Styles Of The Revived & Fervent In Spirit

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 21, 2005

Sermon examines the life style of the early church to learn principles for Spirit-filled living.

Life-styles of the Revived & Fervent in Spirit Acts 2:42[1] 12-26-04 There used to be a series on TV entitled “Life-styles of the Rich & Famous”. Each week they would give the viewer a candid glimpse of how some celebrity lives. They would show all their expensive clothes and cars. They would ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

An Invitation To Fulfillment Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 21, 2005

Explores context and content of Jesus’ invitation: "If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink. 38 Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him."

An Invitation to Fulfillment Fortifying the Foundations # 18 John 7:37-8:1[1] 10-19-03 Turn with me this morning to Lev 23:39-43 39 "’So beginning with the fifteenth day of the seventh month, (that is about this time of the year—in fact, today is the first day of the Feast of Tabernacles or ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Cause For Commendation Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 23, 2005

Expository sermon dealing with Paul’s commendation to these Christians for their (1)Service for the Lord (2)Receptivity to the Lord (3)Evangelistic Influence. Movie clip from "About Schmidt" as a contrast to these believers

Cause for Commendation 1Thessalonians 1:1-10[1] 10-10-04 Intro If God were writing a letter to us this morning, what do you think He would say? What would He commend and what would He correct? In the first few chapters of Revelation Jesus is walking among the candlesticks. His eyes are as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Charismatic

Remaining Hopeful About The Future Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Sep 30, 2005

Prescriptions for keeping your hope alive as seen in Christ’s miracle of raising Lazarus.

One of life’s toughest challenges is staying optimistic about the future. Adverse circumstances can cloud your vision of tomorrow and make it tough to maintain a positive attitude. You can be tempted to lose hope. The good news is - and we’ve been reaffirming this throughout this current series ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-57

Denomination: Baptist