Sermons on Inward Man:

The Parasites Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Feb 15, 2009

Discouragement is like a parasite that comes along side us and sucks the very life out of us – if we let it!

Ever felt like your life was the most unlucky of all? No matter what, the human spirit can be an amazing thing. Take for example the case of Larry Hanratty, who was named by the Los Angeles Times in 2007 the most unlucky man in California. This poor man was nearly executed to death in a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of Glory Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 9, 2012

For many Christianity is just not working for them. That may be the reason so many Christians have so little real impact on others, on their world. They live without a clear purpose. God designed and created you for a purpose; His purpose.

COLOSSIANS 1: 24-29 THE HOPE OF GLORY [2 Corinthians 11:23-29] By the Cross of Christ Christians have been made acceptable to God. Someone said that the idea of redemption in a world of sin and tragedy constitutes the noblest concept ever to enter the mind of God or the awareness of a human ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Adam’s Family Treasures Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Aug 29, 2011

There is an answer to our family problems of sin and death. What Adam messed up so badly, Jesus fixed for all who put their trust in Him! We don’t have to stay messed up! God wants to restore us to be the people He created us to be.

Adam’s Family Treasures Romans 5:12-21 Intro: Think for a moment about different people who have influenced your life. You might be thinking of parents or other family members. You might be thinking about a teacher, coach, friend, or someone else who had an impact on who you are today. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Sin Entered In-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 7, 2010

2 of 7. Genesis chapter 3 precisely documents the original appearance of sin. What is significant about the entrance of sin? 21 considerations regarding the entrance of sin. Sin entered in with ...

WHEN SIN ENTERED IN-II—Genesis 3:1-24 Attention: “Sin is any personal lack of conformity to the moral character of God, or the law of God. Then sin is a disposition of the heart, it is a bent.”....“It is...any violation of the character or law of God, the moral character or the law of God.”.... ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Bridegroom Returns Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 15, 2012

Are we the generation that will see the return of Jesus? All indications are the answer is "Yes."

Later, Jesus sat on the Mount of Olives. His disciples came to him privately and said, “Tell us, when will all this happen? What sign will signal your return and the end of the world?” (Matt 24:3) We have all asked that question, believers and non-believers alike. People are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3

Denomination: Foursquare

Helping A Needy World Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 27, 2012

The book of Acts tells us in simple terms how the early Church functioned and affected its world. It must have been exciting to have been part of that small group of believers, and to see first hand what God was doing to build the Church.

Helping a Needy World Acts 3:1-10 Introduction The book of Acts tells us in simple terms how the early Church functioned and affected its world. It must have been exciting to have been part of that small group of believers, and to see first hand what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

How The World Changes

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 6, 2008

Pentecost 3(B) - How the world changes because man sins and ruins perfection. How the world changes because God saves and restores perfection.

HOW THE WORLD CHANGES (Outline) June 1, 2008 -- PENTECOST 3 -- Genesis 3:8-15 INTRO: Biblically speaking the world has had major changes in history. Whether the world wants to admit it or not God’s word is very clear concerning cataclysmic events that completely changed history. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-15

Denomination: Lutheran

The Separation Principle Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 21, 2008

Not every path will take you where you need to go. But how do you know what the "right" path is when there are so many choices?

OPEN: In the classic children’s book “Alice in Wonderland,” Alice comes to a junction in the road that leads off in different directions and seeing the Cheshire Cat she asks him for advice: “Would you tell me please, which way I ought to go from here?” “That depends a good deal on where you want ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blame Game - Taking Responsibility In A World Of Excuses Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 11, 2011

We live in a society of victims. Everyone has an excuse for the things that they do against God. It’s called THE BLAME GAME, and it is not new. It comes from our FALLEN NATURE. We discover the blame game in Genesis 3. It is the record of the sin, e

The Blame Game - Taking Responsibility in a World of Excuses Genesis 3:8-13 We live in a word of excuses. Here are some complied by the Readers Digest that have been offered for not showing up for work: "I dreamed I was fired, so I didn’t want to get out of bed." "I was up all night arguing with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Evangelizing The Cities Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 28, 2015

Just as post-Resurrection Judaism created a culture that rejected the Gospel, so modern society tries to make people incapable of receiving Christ. But we must bear witness, especially in the cities.

Thursday of the Second Week in Lent Joy of the Gospel Last Sunday we heard Jesus tell his key disciples not to disclose their vision of Him transfigured until He would rise from the dead. There was a good reason for that. The Jewish mindset, which had been formed by prophets like Jeremiah, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Catholic

All About That Faith Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 9, 2015

First, it is only by faith in Jesus Christ than any of us will ever become more like Him. It is all about that faith. It is all about trusting and believing and moving forward knowing that Jesus is all we need. Second, when we enlist the help of Jesus, H

ALL ABOUT THAT FAITH ACTS 3:16 INTRODUCTION… Bible Game Show at NBCC “lame” (p) The other weekend we had a gathering on Sunday Evening that we call the NBCC Family Reunion. It is a time when people from all 3 services get together. We plan different events throughout the year ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Vision Of Christ Among The Lampstands Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 23, 2016

Suddenly he heard a voice behind him. When he turned around, he saw the Son of man Himself, in a form that radiated glory and standing in the midst of seven golden lamps, and immediately fell at His feet like one who had been shot.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 3-6-2015 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Prisoner Of Darkness

Contributed by James Linders on May 17, 2015

Bartimaeus has been born blind. In THOSE earlier times if you were BORN blind, you'll die blind, without the prospect of being cured. The ONLY thing THIS man could do well, was being a beggar. THEN, Jesus walked into his life and changed it forever.

Mark 10:51-52 (NIV) 51 “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asked him. The blind man said, “Rabbi, I want to see.” 52 “Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.” Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road. Here we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:51-52

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Beggar In Acts Chapter 3 Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 25, 2015

This is a first person dramatic monologue, spoken from the perspective of the beggar healed by Peter and John through the power of Jesus Christ. It covers the material about him in Acts chapter 3 and 4.

[The following is a dramatic monologue, spoken from the perspective of the beggar healed by Peter and John through the power of Jesus Christ. It covers the material about him in Acts chapter 3 and 4]. [This was inspired, an in fact the first part is a direct borrowing of the material, by a sermon ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be A Christian Citizen Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

God has drawn a moral standard, a line. “That’s my boundary. That’s my spiritual fault line. You better move your life to get in line with it.” And too many Americans are saying, “No, I want to move God’s line and change God’s standard to fit my life.”

INTRODUCTION Open your Bibles to Romans 13. I think sometimes our families are sent by God to keep us humble. I remember when I was pastoring a church in Alabama, and Jenni was a little girl. She saw me get up to preach and she said, “Daddy, what are you doing before you get up to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist