Sermons on Intentional Practice:

Dead To Sin, Alive In Christ! Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 16, 2002

Explores our Position, our Provision, and our Practice IN Christ.

Dead to Sin, Alive in Christ Romans 6:1–14 Introduction I. So far Paul has concluded: A. All have sinned. B. All can be justified through faith in Christ. C. Where sin abounded, Grace abounded all the more. II. Paul anticipates the question: A. If sin increases God’s grace, shouldn’t we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Mom Worth Modeling

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2007

A mom worth modeling must practice her ABC’s.

A Mom Worth Modeling Proverbs 31:10-31 Rev. Brian Bill www.pontiacbible.org 5/13/07 I think some moms were mad at me last week. Not only did I encourage kids to be noisy in church whenever I said the name “Haman,” I also told a young boy after the service that he could take the trumpet home. He ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Baptist

Hungry For God Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

The practice of fasting focuses our desire on God and enriches the soul.

True Spirituality Series Fasting: Hungry for God Matthew 6:1, 16-18 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Today we come to the third of three illustrations Jesus uses to teach that motives matter to God. It is possible to do a good thing for the wrong ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Meditation Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Oct 14, 2005

An introduction to a series on Spiritual Disciplines and a practical message on Christian meditation

Tilling the Soil of The Soul September 18, 2005 Meditation 1 Timothy 4:7-8, Psalm 119:48 Intro to the Disciplines I remember when I was a kid, we were living in New Dundee & my dad’s office was not in the church building, it was in the basement of our house. In order to go to work in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: *other

New Wine And New Wineskins

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: We must constantly scrutinize our practices by the will of God.

Thesis: We must constantly scrutinize our practices by the will of God. Intro.: 1. Everyone has something dear enough to them that they would fight for it. It is interesting to observe what that something is. a. Illust. A friend of mine tells about a woman he knows who accepts with qui et ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-17

Go Fast And Live

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 4, 2003

This sermon is about the practice of fasting. (The Life - part 10)

Go Fast And Live The Life – part 10 The Practice Of Fasting QUESTION – what do you want to be when you grow up? Who do you want to do when you grow up? When Bruce Jenner grew up – he wanted to win a gold medal in the decathlon in the Olympic games. But in 1972 in the games in Munich Jenner ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What It Means To Have A Quiet Time Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Nov 8, 2002

This message discusses the practice of having a daily personal quiet time.

Text : Mark 1:35 ETS: Jesus practiced time alone with the Father. ESS: Every Believer needs time alone with the Father. OSS: Believers will commit to spending time alone with the Father. PQ: What is so important about having a daily quiet time? UW: Questions TOPIC: “ What it means to have a Quiet ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35

Denomination: Baptist

"Straight From The Heart"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 14, 2003

Finding faith, hope and love in Hebrews and trying to make it practical.

Hebrews 10:11-25 “Straight From the Heart” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org I don’t know about you, but there are times when I’ll be walking so strongly in the Holy Spirit (and this may go on for weeks or months) ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Be Strong And Courageous

Contributed by Anne Benefield on Dec 3, 2007

Practicing our faith daily is the way to become strong and courageous.

Be Strong and Courageous Deuteronomy 30:15-20; Joshua 1:6-9 The Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, October 21, 2007 Deuteronomy 30:15-20 Moses said to the Israelites, “See, I have set before you today life and prosperity, death and adversity. If you obey the commandments of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Dreamer

Contributed by W. Alderman on Aug 11, 2007

This is a character study on Joseph with a practical study involving his life.

THE DREAMER TEXT: Genesis 37: 1-36 W. Max Alderman Chapter 37 introduces a long section of Bible study that has to do with Joseph. “Joseph, being seventeen years old”: Thus begins one of the most remarkable life ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

Happy New Year

Contributed by Neal Rolett on Jan 5, 2013

Four practical goals to ensure spiritual growth in the new year.

Intro: All of us have made New Year’s resolutions, and all us have broken them too. Many times our resolutions are abandoned before the sun goes down on January first. And I believe that very often we make New Year’s resolutions that have little to do with our spiritual well-being and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving God Control

Contributed by Mark Adams on Sep 10, 2011

If properly understood and practiced, Submission is a path to tremendous freedom in Christ.

INTRO: In a world where printed books and media are declining, and more people are opting to do their reading online, you can bet that publishers are doing all that they can to grab your attention with what they believe will actually sell. I could have picked a lot of magazines to use as examples, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:25, Matthew 25:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Just In Time - One Secret To A Better Thanksgiving

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012

To help disciples start the practice of blessing God all the time.

[S] It’s started. It’s happening. The Holiday season is upon us. And just like every year we hope that this year’s experience will be the best one yet. We want a great Thanksgiving experience. We want a Thanksgiving or a Christmas that will be memorable for all the right ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:10-14

Denomination: Methodist

Short Challenge: Keeping Our Eyes On Christ Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 14, 2009

A short encouragement on how to practically keep our eyes on Christ.

Short Challenge: Keeping your eye’s on Christ! Can’t stay stagnant in life – you’re always going up or down. Jer.30:21 – “…who is he who will devote himself to be close to me?” Heb.12:1-2 – “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Short Challenge: Remembering Our First Love Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 14, 2009

A short, practical encouragement on remembering our first love, Jesus.

Short Challenge: Remembering our first love. Rev.2:2-4 – “I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked men, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. You have persevered and have endured hardships ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational