Sermons on Institution:

Imitate Christ In Your Citizenship Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Aug 2, 2007

As we are spiritually transformed by God’s Holy Spirit (Romans 12:1-2) we will show the evidence. Romans 13:1-7 shows that we will imitate Christ in our Citizenship.

IMITATE CHRIST IN YOUR CITIZENSHIP Romans 131-7 I. Remember God’s Sovereignty (vs. 1-2) A. There is no authority except that which God has established 1. “May the name of God be praised forever and ever, for wisdom and power belong to Him. He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Living In Right Relationship

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

Does Jesus Christ make any difference in the way Christians live? If the answer is no, Christianity is a false religion.

LIVING IN RIGHT RELATIONSHIP 1 Peter 2:17 INTRO: Does Jesus Christ make any difference in the way Christians live? If the answer is no, Christianity is a false religion. But if the answer is yes, other questions have to be asked. Does Jesus make a little or a lot of difference in how we live? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Supper — And Ours

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 12, 2007

A Lord’s Supper Devotional.

THE LORD’S SUPPER — AND OURS 1 Corinthians 10:16-17 INTRO: The Lord’s Supper is a very simple observance with a crystal clear meaning. However, across the centuries the church has made it an elaborate and ornate ritual. We have clothed it in mystery and obscured its simple message. It is really ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Hall Of Fame # 9 - The Singers Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jan 28, 2008

This message focuses on singing and is based upon Ezra’s reference to the 128 singers who returned from exile.

Certain words spring to mind when we examine what the Bible has to say about singing: 1. SCRIPTURAL 1 Chronicles 15:16 "And David spake to the chief of the Levites to appoint their brethren to be the singers with instruments of musick, psalteries and harps and cymbals, sounding, by lifting up the ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 2:41

Change Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Matthew Brown on Apr 16, 2004

Change can be scary, but it’s necessary.

Change part 2 Jos 1:6-9 Be strong and courageous, because you will help these people take possession of the land I swore to give their ancestors. (7) "Only be strong and very courageous, faithfully doing everything in the teachings that my servant Moses commanded you. Don’t turn away from ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Three Faces (Phases) Of Paul The Apostle Introduction Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Sep 8, 2012

Here's to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They're not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them,

It was said of Abraham Lincoln that when his political opponent called him two faced he replied "If I had two faces I wouldn’t be wearing this one!" I presented you with my definition of evolution a while back which is a process of gradual, peaceful, progressive change or development, as in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Problems (Myths) Affecting Singles' Ministry

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 29, 2008

Clarifying the erroneous beliefs regarding singles in the body of Christ

Problems (Myths) Affecting Singles’ Ministry Bishop David Ibeleme 1 Cor. 7. 1. The Church has been viewed as a married institution – “The bride of Christ”. Hence single people are “abnormal”.  The concept of the church as the bride of Christ is not the same as a human wife.  The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:25-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Speak In Tongues

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on May 7, 2009

Why should I speak in tongues? What good is it? What happens when a believer speaks in tongues?

Eight Scriptural Reasons Why You Should Speak in Tongues Dr. Russell K. Tardo Why speak in tongues? What good is it? How can it be profitable if I don’t understand what I’m saying? Many people question the validity of the Pentecostal experience (the baptism of the Holy Spirit) and even those ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Foremost

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Jul 16, 2009

This is a sermon commemorating the years of gospel service of the patriarchs of the Walker Family.

Foremost, I want to give the honor that is due to patriarchs of the Walker family that labors and toils in the thankless and often overworked profession of the gospel ministry. My late father, Rev. Roosevelt Leon Walker, Jr. preached for over 50 years before his death. My uncles, Bishop George ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: *other

Woman, Behold Thy Son

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Apr 3, 2022

“Woman, behold thy son.” Expression of affection by the perfect man

Woman, Behold Thy Son John 19:25 I. Introduction A. The First Three Words from the Cross 1. “Father, forgive them.” Expression of forgiveness by the perfect Son 2. “Today thou shalt be with me in paradise.” Expression of assurance ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do Men Hate Going To Church?

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Feb 1, 2020

This week I read a book by David Murrow. The title of the book is “Why Men Hate going to Church”. This book deals with a major and troubling issue with Christianity as a whole...

This week I read a book by David Murrow. The title of the book is “Why Men Hate going to Church”. This book deals with a major and troubling issue with Christianity as a whole, even affecting the church, and that issue is that Christianity is pretty much the only major religion where ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

02 Near To The Heart Of God Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 30, 2014

How do we deal with stress? Stress! - Impedes our joy - Invades our peace - Intensifies our difficulties

1 Sa 30 Dr. Cleland Boyd McAfee (1899-1944) was serving as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in Chicago, Dr. McAfee was stunned to hear the shocking news that his two beloved nieces had just died within 24 hours of each other from diphtheria. Turning to God and the Scriptures, McAfee soon ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Question Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 7, 2015

Jesus cries out from the cross, "My God, why have you forsaken me?" He dies alone and forsaken so that we may never be.

Matthew 27:27-61 "The Question" INTRODUCTION We have come to the end of Holy Week. Since Palm Sunday, the tension between Jesus and both the religious and political authorities has built up. It came to a head on Thursday night when Judas betrayed Jesus, Jesus was arrested and after a fake ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 27:27-61

Denomination: Lutheran

John Wimber’s Power Healing Notes

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 19, 2024

He was one of the founders of the Vineyard movement and Fuller Theological Seminary Adjunct faculty

http://www.christianhealingmin.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=488:francis-macnutt is mentioned on p. 11, 83 God leads by burdens, by Scripture, by elders / friends and by circumstances. p. 24 Carol (his wife) used Wimber’s sleeping hand to heal her. p. 32 The 3 ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Closing Of The Age. Abridged.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 27, 2023

We do not know the day and the hour when Jesus will return, so we also need to keep awake and be watchful.

THE CLOSING OF THE AGE. Mark 13:24-37. The “last days” began at Pentecost (cf. Acts 2:17), and the fall of Jerusalem was part of the process which culminates in the vivid cosmic happenings outlined in MARK 13:24-25. Such an occurrence had been envisaged by Isaiah 13:10, in the context of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational