Sermons on Inner Struggle:

Not Every Father Has The Ability To Love Like Christ

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jun 13, 2001

FATHERS DAY IS EVERYDAY TO THE TRUE FATHER, WHO IS GOD THE FATHER, GOD THE SON AND GOD THE HOLY SPIRIT WHO ALL LIVES IN US, CREATING A TRUE FATHERLY PERSONA, ACTIONS AND MOST OF ALL LOVE.

TEXT JOHN 15:17 THESE THINGS I COMMAND YOU, THAT YE LOVE ONE ANOTHER WHEN YOU BEHOLD THESE SCRIPTURES, YOU SHOULD UNDERSTAND THAT THIS COMMANDMENT IS UNTO THE INNER CIRCLE AS WELL AS THE OUTSIDE, THEREFORE, IT WOULD BE FAIR TO SAY THAT THIS COMMANDMENT IS A TWO FOLD COMMANDMENT PRESCRIBED TO ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Prays For His Disciples

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 3, 2003

Jesus knew that there would be times when storms would come and cause an upheaval for these disciples that He was praying for.

JESUS PRAYS FOR HIS DISCIPLES Text: John 17:6-19 I read an account about a storm that came as a surprise. "The storm came roaring in from the Atlantic, and it left the city of New York paralyzed. Ordinarily such a snow fall cause little inconvenience in that city. Snowplows are ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: United Methodist

The Battle For Your Mind

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jun 23, 2003

Books, TV, Movies, Advertisers, all battle for your mind. So does God and Satan. What kind of mind do you have? Strive to have the mind of Christ

THE BATTLE FOR YOUR MIND Phil 2:5 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Believe me the Advertisers know the way to your pocketbook is through your mind. They spend millions on advertising to get you interested in their product. Likewise Satan wants to interest you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5

Denomination: Baptist

When The Spirit Of God Leaves

Contributed by Jim Twamley on Mar 25, 2003

What happens when God departs. A sermon on the second comming.

1. Condition of Israel a. Rebellious (They violated all 10 commandments Deut:5 esp #1) b. Greedy (Ez.7) c. Spiritually blind (didn’t learn their lessons from history – Northern Israel’s captivity) d. Reprobate Society (Secret sins uncovered 8:12) Ezek 8:12-9:1 12 He said to me, "Son of man, have ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Extreme Mental Makeover! Series

Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Apr 18, 2004

Describes the renewal of the mind which takes place in the life of a believer.

EXTREME MENTAL MAKEOVER EPHESIANS 4:20-24 INTRO.: The important word in our society today is "makeover." 1. It is a phenomenon that has swept our country by storm. 2. Some people are having radical surgeries, some go on extensive diet and exercise plans, and some are having their hair redone, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20-24

Denomination: Methodist

Do Something About It Series

Contributed by Richard White on Jun 4, 2004

We see something that needs to be done. We can either walk away, point it out to someone else, or do something about it.

Do something about it! Neh. 2:11ff When I was in High School, I had a love for classical music and for Broadway musicals. 1812 Overture was one of my favorites, as well as Handel’s “Messiah” especially the Halleluiah Chorus. If you notice each piece has three parts, which are often played ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Death

Contributed by Ira Sandefer on Jul 13, 2004

All of us will deal with death, therefore, we need to understand its origin, implications, and effect upon our personal lives.

Text: Hebrews 9:26-28 – “For then must he often have suffered since the foundation of the world: but now once in the end of the world hath he appeared to put away sin by the sacrifice of himself. And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: So Christ was once offered ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:14-19

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Live With Joy In A Stressed Out World Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 21, 2004

Three key phrases taken from this text give us the keys to living with joy in a stress filled world.

Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 11 Dr. John R. Hamby “How To Live With Joy In a Stressed Out World” Philippians 4:4-9 I don’t know how you felt as you came into the church this morning. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Crazy Love

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Jul 6, 2006

Passion is a God-thing that tends to prompt God’s people to get things done.

Crazy Love Text: Isaiah 62:1-2a - "I will not keep silent because of Zion, and I will not keep still because of Jerusalem until her righteousness shines like a bright light, and her salvation like a flaming torch. Nations will see your righteousness, and all kings your glory." Introduction: I want ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

From Wee Little To Great Big Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 13, 2006

In order to draw nearer to Jesus we need to make the effort.

From Wee Little to Great Big Text: Lk. 19:1-10 Introduction 1. Read Lk. 19:1-10 2. Illustration: A certain man was troubled with dizzy spells. He went from one doctor to another and none could tell him what the problem was. He tried everything, it seemed. Finally, it was bothering him so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Vine

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Feb 1, 2005

This sermon brings new understanding of the last teachings of Jesus to his disciples.

THE VINE John 15 1 I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman. 2 Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. 3 Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you. 4 Abide in ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Our Great High Priest Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Feb 13, 2005

In what way is Jesus our great high priest

Jesus Christ, Our Great High-priest Ex 29:1-21; 38-46 4:14 Seeing then that we have a great high-priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession After his digression, warning the Hebrews not to harden their hearts through unbelief like their ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14

Denomination: Baptist

Neither Do I Condemn You

Contributed by Kukzin Lee on Apr 15, 2005

Jesus did not condemn a woman caught in adultery, for himself to be condemned by God.

The teachers of the law and the Pharisees brought in a woman caught in adultery to Jesus, in order to have a basis for accusing him. They asked him, "Teacher, this woman was caught in adultery. In the Law Moses commanded us to stone such women. Now what do you say?" Why did they bring this to ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Help Them Receive Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 13, 2006

Paul so desired the Ephesians to receive everything thing God had prepared for them. But he understood that the question was not whether God wanted to give them His blessings, but were they ready to receive God s blessings.

Series: Experiencing God’s Riches GOD, HELP THEM RECEIVE Ephesians 3:14-21 Paul so desired the Ephesians to receive everything thing God had prepared for them. But he understood that the question was not whether God wanted to give them His blessings, but were they ready to receive God s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Great Invitation Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 13, 2006

Jesus said that though many won’t respond, we still need to extend His Great Invitation--Decision leads to Development and Discovery. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Template.

A Great Invitation Matthew 11:16-30 Children love to play games. And in vv. 16-17 the Lord gives an illustration of children playing games. v. 16-17 “This generation” is the people of the Lord’s day who rejected Him…but it also speaks of humanity in general, inc. our generation. What games did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Baptist