Sermons on irreducible complexity: showing 2,506-2,520 of 5,718

The "Rapid Growth" Towards Christ-Likeness!

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 5, 2012

I learned that DISCIPLESHIP is not MANDATORY! DISCIPLESHIP should not be MOTIVATED by FEAR. Let me ILLUSTRATE my LIFE, when I was in the ENGINEERING, I was DOMINATED by FEAR! I wasn’t STUDYING to LEARN, rather I was STUDYING because of FEAR of FAILING,

INTRODUCTION: It’s about 2 yrs. have passed when I DENIED myself, CARRIED my OWN CROSS and FOLLOWED Jesus CHRIST! I encountered a lot of TRIALS that TESTED my FAITH, endurance, patience, self-control, humility & forgiveness. I learned to FOCUS in PURSUING my CALLING and not to ENTERTAIN ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-34

Denomination: *other

Time To Grow Up

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 20, 2013

Salvation is a life changing event. When a person receives the gift of salvation the Bible states that they have become a new creation and have been born again.Too many have remained infantile and need to grow up.

Time to Grow Up Hebrews 5:12-6:3 Salvation is a life changing event. When a person receives the gift of salvation the Bible states that they have become a new creation and have been born again. 1 Corinthians likens the life of a born-again believer to laying a foundation and then building upon ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Peace In A Promise

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 4, 2013

A sermon to help people find peace.

Peace in a Promise John 14:15-31 John 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. ********** INTRODUCTION: Peace is a much sought after but seldom found prize! There seems to be so ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Baptist

Ain’t Nobody Got Time For That

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 12, 2013

Are we using our time to advance the cause of Jesus and to enhance our relationship with Him? Is our time well spent?

Sweet Brown is an Oklahoma City resident who was interviewed by local news station KFOR News Channel 4 after evacuating from her apartment building that was set on fire last spring. Her dramatic testimony of the chaotic scene quickly led to massive exposure on YouTube and became viral. On the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16, Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Other

Sister, You Can Make It Happen

Contributed by Rev Oke Omezi on Apr 11, 2013

The role of a woman in initiating the marriage process.

SISTER, YOU CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN Prov 18:22 Ruth 3:1-11 With modernization and the women having more voice in society, many are contesting the truth in the assertion and our practice that it is the man who must approach the woman or raise the issue of marriage with the pastor first, and not the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:22, Proverbs 31:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Blessings In Christ Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 16, 2012

The message of Ephesians 1:3-14 is simply this: believers are chosen from the foundations of the earth, redeemed in Christ, possessing an inheritance of matchless worth. Glory to God for so great a salvation as this!

“Spiritual Blessings in Christ,” Ephesians 1:3-14 Outline I. Prolegomena II. Introduction III. Transition a. In the Greek, verses 3-14 comprise one sentence and encompass the past, present, and future of God’s eternal purpose for the church. It is Paul’s outline of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Servanthood Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012

To encourage every child, youth and adult associated with Asbury to find their place to serve.

Alice in Wonderland is a magical story about a young girl who falls into a hole in a field and falls into another world unlike anything she’s ever experienced. She’s in a new place with strange beings. She has no idea where she’s or where she needs to go. In one of the more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Methodist

Having The Faith Of A Mustard Seed

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 5, 2012

God responds to faith. Watch where you place your faith. The emphasis is not on the size of faith but the placement of your faith. Watch the motivation of your heart.

Mark 9:14-29 Having the Faith of a Mustard Seed 4 Mar 2012 1743 Read also Matthew’s account: Matt 17:14-21 A young boy was tormented by a demon. He could not control himself, throwing himself into the fire or water to kill himself. • His father was at a lost what to do, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Numbers Is The Name Of The Game Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 27, 2011

God’s use of numbers is intriguing and to understand them is to better understand His word. This message was developed after reading Dr. Rogers & Dr. Merritt and is very helpful for study.

Numbers is the Name of the Game Revelation 1:4, 20 * Years ago schools embraced a simple form of education which was jokingly referred to as the 3 R’s of learning; reading, ‘riting, & ‘rithmetic. Remembering this reminds me of a story which my dad tells and declares to be the truth. In rural ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-20

Denomination: Baptist

"From The Microscope To The Telescope"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 20, 2011

A sermon about evangelism.

Matthew 13:31-33 “From the Microscope to the Telescope” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org In a seminar on Church Growth, the secret to growing a church was explained as revolving around two very important things. Can you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: United Methodist

Spiritual Gifts Round 1

Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 31, 2011

Exposition of 1 Corinthians 12 regarding 4 of the 5 non-miraculous gifts in this text. Saving prophecy for later, and going to deal with the miraculous gifts (tongues, miracles, and healing) in a different sermon.

Text: 1 Cor 12:7-11, Title: Spiritual Gifts Round 1, Date/Place: NRBC, 10.29.11, AM A. Opening illustration: Slowly, the barber’s business began to dwindle. He just couldn’t compete. In a last ditch effort to save his business, he hired a business consultant. The consultant spent a day ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 19, 2011

Exposition of John 1 regarding we must fall in love with Jesus.

Text: John 1:1-3, Title: Jesus, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/18/11, AM A. Opening illustration: signing a job description of marriage, before you know someone. But after some time, you can’t wait to commit to spend the rest of your life committed to one person. Background to passage: John was the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Drawing Near To God In Worship Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 25, 2013

Why worship the Lord? What benefits are there? What happens if we don't? Today we look at some psalms that greatly encourage our worship and closeness to God. It's a feeling like no other to come into God's presence in worship.

The theme of Psalm 81 could be: don’t pretend to love God—really love Him! It was written by Asaph or one of his descendants and starts out with a joyous occasion of celebrating a harvest festival to the Lord. 1 – 5a So Israel is admonished to sing to God using percussion, ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Acts 12 - Enduring Hardships Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 5, 2013

Be prepared for challenges. We can expect hardships in life. We can stay on course by praying.

The moment the disciples put their faith in Jesus, they were declaring war against the devil. They have chosen to make a stand for the truth. • The authorities and the people come against what they preach, sometimes out of selfish reasons, sometimes out of intolerance, and at other times, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ready Or Not, Here I Come Series

Contributed by Allan Bendert on Dec 1, 2013

Looking at expectations

READY OR NOT, HERE I COME! MATTHEW 24:36-44 HOWEVER, NO ONE KNOWS THE DAY OR HOUR WHEN THESE THINGS WILL HAPPEN, NOT EVEN THE ANGELS IN HEAVEN OR THE SON HIMSELF. ONLY THE FATHER KNOWS. WHEN THE SON OF MAN RETURNS, IT WILL BE LIKE IT WAS IN NOAH’S DAY. IN THOSE DAYS BEFORE THE FLOOD, THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Baptist