Sermons on Inward Truth:

Now, Lord?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 2, 2004

Two TRUTHS about God’s Agenda which should make our own agenda a resident of the scrap heap

THE WINDOW Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships --------------------------------------------- August 1, 2004 6When they therefore were come together, they asked of him, saying, Lord, wilt thou at this time restore ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Is One Way To God Really Fair? (What About Those Who Have Never Heard?) Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 6, 2004

Exploring Jesus claim that He is "the Way, the Truth, and the Light" and that "no man comes to the Father except through [him]".

Last week we looked at the unquestionable and unavoidable claims of Christ…today I want to address a concern that often arises from the sidelines of such claims… Is one way to God really fair? It’s a big world…with many following religious traditions within their own culture…isn’t Christianity a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Jesus The Only Way To God? Series

Contributed by Lee Strobel on Sep 26, 2004

The most outrageous assertion Jesus ever made was “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but by Me.”

Faith Under Fire Part II Is Jesus the Only Way to God? Lee Strobel Jesus often surprised people with teachings that cut across the grain of human nature. Lose your life to save it. The first will be last. The meek will inherit the earth. Rejoice in persecution. Pray for your enemies. It’s better ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: *other

The Never Ending Problem Of Sin

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Mar 22, 2004

Man has refused God’s revelation of Truth. In so doing they have refused God. This has proved to be destructive.

The Never Ending Problem of Sin. Romans 1:16-32 Scripture Reading: Romans 1:16-32 Text: Romans 1:18-19 Sermon Idea: Man has refused God’s revelation of truth. In so doing they have refused God. This has proved to be destructive. We all like cute furry animals when they are little. Puppies, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-32

Denomination: Holiness

Tree Ripened Fruit

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 15, 2003

The story of Zacchaeus is more than a children’s song. It is the truth of the impact that a life saved by grace should be making in the world.

March 16, 2003 Morning Service Text: Luke 19:1-10 Subject: Salvation Title: Tree Ripened Fruit This morning I want to share with you the story of Zacchaeus. This is not the same story as the children’s song you all know but it is the power and kind of humorous story of a man looking for meaning ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Importance Of Anointing Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jan 15, 2003

The ability to minister is made possible through the anointing of the Holy Spirit. This sermon teaches this truth and shows true evidences of the anointing.

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE ANOINTING In the Old Testament the principle of anointing was revealed in the bestowal of ability through various types, symbols and functions. For example the High Priests had oil poured upon them, as did Kings and Prophets. Each of these groups had specific roles in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good News!* Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 18, 2006

We want to be told the truth, but sometimes that is not pleasant, occasionally it is bad news; this good news is better than the bad was bad.

Romans 3:21-31 We want to be told the truth, but sometimes that is not pleasant, occasionally it is bad news. Last weeks message was all bad news. As bad as that was, this good news is better than the bad was bad. 1) But Now! Romans 3:21 • Modern calendars reflect the fact that Christ divided ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Nothing Else Matters Series

Contributed by James Jack on Sep 24, 2006

Philippians 3 challenges us with the truth that everything else in our lives is rubbish compared to what we have in Christ.

In the end, nothing else matters except God. In the end, nothing else matters except God. What do you think when you hear that? In my year seven classes at school we’ve started the Christian Studies programme by looking at the theme, "What’s important in my life", and ultimately seeing where God ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11, Philippians 3:1

Denomination: Anglican

Finding God.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jan 24, 2006

"The Lost are those that do not, or have yet not, accepted the truth of Jesus Christ being the Son of God."

Finding God. 1John 1:8 If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. What is in the minds of those that are lost, indecision, controversy, doubt, lack of knowledge? Who are the Lost and what does it mean? "The Lost are those that do not, or have yet not, accepted ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Was Jesus Married? - Part 2 Of Series On Da Vinci Code Series

Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 14, 2006

Second in a series that examines The Davinci Code and reveals the false claims of Dan Brown’s book with the truth of history and the Bible.

Decoding The Da Vinci Code – part 2 “Was Jesus Married?” (and why does it matter?) From U.S. News and World Report, June 7, 2005 – special edition – “Despite its patently fictional content and glaring factual inaccuracies, The Da Vinci Code has been the subject of endless cocktail party chatter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Did Constantine Have A Conspiracy? - Part Three Of Series On Da Vinci Code Series

Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 14, 2006

Part three of a series on the Da Vinci Code that examines the errors of Dan Brown’s claims and the truth of history and the Bible.

Decoding The Da Vinci Code – part 3 “Did Constantine Have a Conspiracy” Picture of book The owner of a Christian bookstore sounded fairly desperate in an emailed message regarding the impact of the book The Da Vinci Code recently. "We are getting bombarded daily by people who are buying into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Day Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Mar 16, 2006

This is a message filled with direct truth on the hopeless plight of those that go into eternity without Christ from the series through Malachi.

The Great Day of the Lord Malachi 4:1-3 I. The Declaration of God’s Judgment (v. 1a) “For behold, the day is coming….” V. 1a A. Judgment Day is clearly taught in scripture (II Peter 3:10) B. It is a day that we should look for “For behold…….” – v. 1a C. It is a day that should be declared ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Playing Follow The Leader

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 20, 2006

Leadership and followship demand truth, grace, and sacrifice to be effective. A story-sermon, reworked from one originally done in 1999.

The desire to be “somebody” is deep within all of us. We want to be distinguished, we need to be acknowledged, we must be somebodies, not nobodies. That desire to be “somebody” can lead us to glorious accomplishment, or it can lead to the depths of degradation. It’s all in what motivates us. Do ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

I Have A Job For You Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 31, 2006

Stephen was called to ba Marter...To give his life for God. How can truth ruin your day?

I have a job for you Acts 6:1-8:1 Today we are taking a huge chunk of scripture and we are going to jump through it very quickly. In reality we are only going to highlight some of the really big things in this section. This block of scripture starts with an internal view of things happening ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Whatever Happened To Fear

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Sep 3, 2005

Reaching the lost is no easy task and tactics have changed even though the Truth remains the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

What Ever Happened to Fear? Introduction A. What is fear? 1. Encarta: an unpleasant feeling of apprehension or distress caused by the presence or a perception of impending danger. 2. Fear is an emotion. 3. What scares you? Animals, people, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ