Sermons on Inward Strength:

9 Steps Of Worship Series

Contributed by Viju Traven on Nov 22, 2006

These are the steps that make you grow from strength to strength, from Glory to glory by going higher in truth and spirit.

Nine Steps to Restoring a Heart for Worship VJ Traven The unquenchable flame of passion for Christ burning in the hearts of the saints spreads a sweet aroma of worship before God in heaven. A true worshipper’s heart and head is deeply engaged with God uninterruptedly. Worship always sanctifies the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Unique Physique Of The Meek Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 19, 2008

If we will trade in our own demands and expectations for Christ’s meekness, we will discover a strength that can change this world.

Living in the Father’s Favor: The Unique Physique of the Meek Matt. 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth Intro: As we continue our study of the beatitudes or the blessings, hopefully we will see that the character Jesus calls us to reflects a higher standard than many will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Directing My Prayer

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 14, 2006

Using the Lord’s Prayer as our model, a look at the upward, outward, downward, and inward direction of our prayer life.

Directing My Prayer Matthew 6:9-14 9 "This, then, is how you should pray: "’Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10 your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us today our daily bread. 12 Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Tug Of War In The Church

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

The word encourages us to not only think about ourselves but to consider others in our dicisions. Not only be inward but also outward focused.

Is there a tug of war in the church? Rev. Jose Gomez Sr. Play Audio *Phillipians 2:1-4 "If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2then make my joy complete by being ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Not So Prodigal Son

Contributed by David Roth on Mar 19, 2016

Lent 4 (c) God's grace delivers us not only from the outwards sins of immorality, but from the inward sins of the heart.

Luke 15:11-32 “The Not so Prodigal Son” J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “The Not so Prodigal Son” Today we hear Jesus telling a parable. He is at a big banquet at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Spiritual Symptoms You Should Never Ignore Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 30, 2009

Symptoms of spiritual neglect that need to be diagnosed as exhibited in the life of Haman in the book of Esther.

I’ve known people, people I loved, family and friends, who would probably still be alive today if they had not ignored symptoms of poor health. If they had only gone for a checkup sooner. I’m sure some of you have had a similar experience. I think fear and misinformation keep a lot of people ...read more

Scripture: Esther 7:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

J-Who?

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Oct 23, 2006

JEHU Becomes Anointed

The turn around anointing II Kings 9:1-7 and 16-20 • The tribes of Israel were divided. Israel had two kings. Ahaziah and Jo-ram but really Jezebel was running the show. • Elisha called one of the prophets and told him to go found Je-hu. The only thing he brought with him was a box of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 9:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Check Your Engines Series

Contributed by Bong Baylon on Feb 11, 2009

We can get all mixed up in our sense of values. This is true especially in the church, where we tend to value those things that are not really important to God.

Our Second Mail “Check Your Engines” Revelation 2:8-11; 3:7-13 Meet Two “Below Average” Churches 1. They have lots of FINANCIAL problems. Revelation 2:9a 9 I know your afflictions and your poverty… 2. They have lots of EMOTIONAL problems. Revelation 2:9b 9 I know the slander of those who say they ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strengthening Your Brother

Contributed by Richard Reid on Mar 10, 2009

Jesus words to Peter. They also apply to us!

Strengthen your Brother Luke 22:32 3/4/09 But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned to Me, strengthen your brethren." At this time Jesus has just finished having communion with His disciples. Jesus makes a statement that someone is going to betray him. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Planted - Living The Effective Life

Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Aug 3, 2008

Like a Tree Planted... This messages instructs on how to live a blessed, successful life.

Planted - Living the Effective Life 1 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful; 2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he meditates day and night. 3 He shall be like a tree planted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Victory On A Snowy Day

Contributed by Noah Martinez on May 15, 2008

Even when the odds are against us, with the help of GOD we can overcome.

Victory on a Snowy Day 2 Samuel 23:20 This was one of David’s mighty men. We find him in 2 Sam 20: ‘Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and over the Pelethites:’ the archers and the slingers. ‘The third captain of the host for the third month was Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:20

Denomination: Holiness

Certainties Of Fellowship Series

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 18, 2008

Understand the absolute certainty found in Christian Faith. Know you are saved and no longer doubt.

“Experience is the best teacher.” Most of the learning we do during this lifetime will be through the issues, problems, and joys of just living. Our experiences change how we do different activities and it adjusts how we view our world. If you have ever smashed your thumb with a hammer, that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:8-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Building Spiritual Muscle"

Contributed by Brad King on Feb 15, 2008

We can gain strength and build spiritual muscle through study and application of God’s Word. Peter exhorts us to grow by the Word of God, but how does this happen?

Peter exhorts the people that God’s Word is edifying for life and learning. He encourages his readers to build their spiritual muscle through study and application of biblical truth. We can build strength through the Bible. When can we build strength by the Word? 1 Peter 1:24-2:3 4 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Stretched And Strengthened

Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Nov 24, 2009

If we will discipline ourselves to stretch spiritually, we will be strengthened to do God’s Will.

Stretched and Strengthened Luke 5 The spiritual journey of the Apostle Peter has often motivated me: • A down to earth-regular guy- so much so his friends probably called him Pete… ‘Peter’ would have been too formal for him • A commercial fisherman • An ‘ear’ for authentic spiritual truth tho ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Knocked Down But Not Knocked Out

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Nov 27, 2009

We all are ATTACKED SPIRITUALLY & at times we are KNOCKED DOWN but we don’t have to STAY DOWN. The STRENGTH & GRACE of the LORD is always there to enable us to GET UP.

Knocked Down But Not Knocked Out: November 29,2009 2 Corinthians 4: 8-9 ‘We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed.’ Introduction: From a newspaper article: CHIPPIE the PARAKEET never SAW ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, 2 Corinthians 4:8-10, 2 Corinthians 4:8