Sermons on Intentional Practice:

Back To Basics (Fifth In A Series)

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jul 14, 2019

A review of Basic Bible Doctrines - The basis for our beliefs and practices Weekend Message/Devotion

Weekend Message/Devotion July 14, 2019 Back to Basics (fifth in a series) Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your blessing ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Words From The Proverbs About Our Words

Contributed by Ray Swift on Jul 29, 2017

Three different Proverbs are looked at and three practical applications are made about our words.

FB, Lafayette July 16, 2017 Sunday Morning Words from The Proverbs About Our Words The Book of Proverbs Intro.: I read a story this week about the history and therefore the prediction of hurricanes in South Louisiana. Seems that though the actual number of hurricanes making landfall in our state ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:12-19, Proverbs 18:20-21, James 1:19

Denomination: Baptist

After Death Experinces

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 19, 2017

The resurrection is of practical value when we consider what happens after life ends.

1. Today is “Easter” on the Christian calendar a. Annual remembrance of Jesus’ resurrection b. In Churches of Christ each first day of the week is to remember the Resurrection c. To get to Jesus’ resurrection, he had to go through crucifixion and the grave d. On that first day of the week exciting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Run On Real Road Not On Treadmills

Contributed by Donato Solano on Jan 19, 2017

Practice makes perfect! Put in life everything we learn from God's word.

24Do you not know that all the runners in a stadium compete, but only one receives the prize? So run to win. 25Each competitor must exercise self-control in everything. They do it to receive a perishable crown, but we an imperishable one. 26So I do not run uncertainly or box like one who hits ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Reaching Beyond Limits Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 22, 2013

Some practical steps to combat the anti-God culture in which we find ourselves.

1. Culture Wars -- actually a continuation of the "War of the Gods" * Pedophile Teacher in MI raped a young boy: convicted and sentenced to 15-30 years in prison -- fellow Teachers standing with him; Parents are demanding their termination; Teachers are threatening lawsuits if fired; BTW, the man ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Winning Formula !!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Sep 18, 2012

To toe the Jesus’ style of ministry which was all about PRACTICING FIRST BEFORE PREACHING.

THE WINNING FORMULA ACTION: Display of picture of the Enthroned Jesus ’Jesus is the winner man, the winner man, the winner man…I am on the winning side, on the winning side, on the winning side’… so resonates a melodious praise number (usually sung ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1

Denomination: *other

Private Viewing

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 16, 2011

Piety should not be on public display; this doesn't mean that Christianity should be practiced in private.

An old joke says, people would be equally shocked if they saw Christianity doubted or saw it practiced. Of course nowadays lots more people openly doubt Christianity than they used to, but I don’t think many more people openly practice Christianity than they used to. At least not in this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What's Wrong With Halloween?

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Sep 7, 2007

This sermon looks at the occultic practices found in Halloween and why the Christian should not participate in it.

"What’s Wrong with Halloween?" (Eph 5:11-17 & Deut 18:9-12) INTRODUCTION - Many Christians will allow and even encourage their children to pay respect to the devil on October 31 WITHOUT REALLY KNOWING IT! - The question many Christians ask, "What’s wrong with Halloween?" - I hope to be able ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Are Evil Altars? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 8, 2024

Evil altars refer to physical or spiritual places where idolatrous or occult practices are performed

Evil altars refer to physical or spiritual places where idolatrous or occult practices are performed, often involving: 1. Idol worship 2. Sacrifices to false gods or demons 3. Occult rituals 4. Curses or hexes 5. Spiritual manipulation or control These altars can be: 1. Physical structures ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:13

Go! And Do What You Know Is Right - James 4:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 30, 2025

James is intensely practical, and his letter overflows with calls to real, lived-out faith.

Go! And Do What You Know Is Right - James 4:17 The Compass and the Map Imagine a seasoned hiker, standing at the edge of a great forest. In his hand is a detailed map and a perfectly calibrated compass. He knows the direction he must go, he understands the terrain, and he has everything he needs ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17, Luke 12:47-48, Romans 7:15-19, Matthew 25:41-45, John 13:17, Romans 5:8, Proverbs 24:11, Colossians 3:13, 1 John 3:17, 2 Corinthians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Blessings Of Thanksgiving And Praise Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

Thanksgiving and praise are not occasional religious practices but essential elements of a believer’s relationship with God.

THE BLESSINGS OF THANKSGIVING AND PRAISE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 16:7-36 Supporting Texts: Psalm 100:4, Psalm 103:1-5, Philippians 4:6, Hebrews 13:15, Luke 17:11-19 INTRODUCTION: Thanksgiving and praise are not occasional religious practices but essential elements of a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:7-36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is It Right To Baptize Infants? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 8, 2023

What would be wrong with "baptizing" an infant? Is it Biblical and was it a practice of the early Church?

Raccoon John Smith was one of our brotherhood’s more colorful evangelists in the early 1800s. One day he was passing by a Methodist camp meeting and he watched as a young Methodist preacher sprinkled water (for baptism) on a baby who was kicking & screaming at the top of its lungs. When the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sabbath Rest Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Sep 6, 2022

This sermon focuses on the value of "rest" and the benefits to the believers who practice it.

Good morning. If you have your Bibles, you will want to open up to Genesis 2:2-3. That will be our reading for today. Before we actually discuss that verse, what I would like to do is go back to Genesis 1:1 and read through the first chapter just to give you a little background on this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3, Exodus 20:10, Mark 2:27-28, Isaiah 58:13-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Pray Without Ceasing Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 16, 2023

This sermon gives consideration to two prayer techniques: The Welcoming Prayer and the Active Prayer Practice

March 15, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church 1 Thess. 5:16-18 Pray without Ceasing Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. St. Paul encourages us to pray without ceasing. It’s something that’s impossible to do. We cannot ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Stay Humble PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 3, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of practicing humility and righteousness for God's glory, not for human recognition or applause.

Good morning, beloved in Christ. I stand before you today, with joy in my heart and a message on my lips. A message that is as timeless as the stars, as enduring as the mountains, and as profound as the deepest ocean. It is a message that has the power to transform lives, to heal broken hearts, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8

Topics: Humility