Sermons on J Edwin Orr:

(Resurrection) Life Is Full Of Surprises

Contributed by Michael Pahls on May 19, 2001

Peter’s explanation of the events leading to the conversion of Cornelius (a Roman soldier and Gentile) bears witness to the surprising and yet familiar ways of God and points us to the new possibilities for surprise that the Resurrection message opens in in our lives.

Fifth Sunday of Easter - Year C May 13, 2001 Acts 11:1-18 1st CENTURY PALESTINE: A WORLD WITHOUT SURPRISES This passage is all about the surprising works of God but to get the surprise you must have the back story. Hang in there, the payoff in this passage for your life is worth the extended ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Free From The Law

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 16, 2014

This statement, "You are not under law," has been misinterpreted to free people as freedom from any obligation to the revealed law of God." Free from the law is not a license to sin but the liberty to serve and obey from love not compulsion.

Free From the Law Romans 8:1-11 Romans 6:14 contains these words "...for ye are not under the law, but under grace." This words have become, as John McArthur, points out "a sort of an open door for all kinds of misdeeds and misbehavior. This statement, "You are not under law," has been ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Of His Presence-Part 1 Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 10, 2020

The remarkable conversion of Saul, in which he put his faith in the Savior he had been so viciously persecuting, unfolds in five phases: 1) Contact (Acts 9:3), 2) Conviction (Acts 9:4), 3) Conversion (Acts 9:5), 4) Consecration (Acts 9:6–8), and 5) Communion (Acts 9:9).

Acts 9:1-9 [1] But Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest [2] and asked him for letters to the synagogues at Damascus, so that if he found any belonging to the Way, men or women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem. [3] Now as he went ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Other

Six Marks Of Leadership: Introduction In Nehemiah Series

Contributed by Tim White on May 7, 2011

There are six marks of leadership seen in Nehemiah chapters 1-6. Leaders can study these leadership qualities in Nehemiah and grow in their influence.

On the front of one church bulletin always reads, “Ministers: The entire congregation Pastor: Rev David L. Buttry.” Rick Warren in his Purpose Driven Church advocates “No ministry, no membership.” Every believer is a minister or servant of God who should be serving God and ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Commission Not The Great Option

Contributed by Alan Bella on May 15, 2011

A close look at the great commission

THE GREAT COMMISSION, NOT THE GREAT OPTION MATTHEW 28:16-20 I. INTRODUCTION: INTRODUCE SERIES ON MISSIONS. II. TALK ABOUT OUR MISSIONS OFFERINGS: PRAISE THEM FOR MAKING BOTH GOALS. III. JERRY RANKIN FORMER PRESIDENT OF THE SOUTHERN BAPTIST INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS BOARD STATEMENT: “ IF YOU ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Imperatives Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Dec 28, 2018

Commands of Salvation

The 1st Sermon-The Imperatives of Salvation Acts 2:37-41 Lessons From The Early Church We have come here to the end of Peter’s first sermon that was delivered right after the receiving of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. A group of Jews who were in Jerusalem for the Feast of Weeks came to the room ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-41

Denomination: Baptist

Solitude Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 21, 2010

1) The Straining from a lack of Solitude (1 Kings 19:1-4), 2) The Strengthening from Solitude (1 Kings 19:5-8), 3) The Searching from Solitude (1 Kings 19:9-14), &, 4) The Sending from Solitude (1 Kings 19:15-18)

With the conclusion of the Olympics and Paralympics, one of the most trying adjustments that athletes and spectators alike claim is an emptiness after the games. With such preparation and excitement, it really means a change of gears for people. Likewise, the prophet Elijah in 1 Kings 19 was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Other

Revive Us Lord Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 23, 2020

In a prayer to “Revive us Lord”, the Psalmist shows three things that can help us through present difficulties. He presents a 1) Remembrance of Past Revival (Psalm 85:1–3), 2) Request for Present Revival (Psalm 85:4–7), 3. Revelation for Future Revival (Psalm 85:8–13).

Psalm 85:1–13 1 LORD, you were favorable to your land; you restored the fortunes of Jacob. 2 You forgave the iniquity of your people; you covered all their sin. Selah 3You withdrew all your wrath; you turned from your hot anger.4 Restore us again, O God of our salvation, and put away your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: Other

Experience God Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 28, 2022

1) The Tempter (Genesis 3:1a), 2) The Target (Genesis 3:1b-3), 3) The Tactic (Genesis 3:4-5), and finally 4) The Tragedy (Genesis 1:6-9).

Genesis 3:1-9. [3:1] Now the serpent was more crafty than any other beast of the field that the LORD God had made. He said to the woman, "Did God actually say, 'You shall not eat of any tree in the garden'?" [2] And the woman said to the serpent, "We may eat of the fruit of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-9

Denomination: Other

Revêtez La Cuirasse De La Justice (4e Partie) Series

Contributed by Israel Fontaine on Dec 15, 2007

Dieu a une destinée pour notre vie. Toutefois, si nous voulons en profiter pleinement, il nous faut comprendre deux vérités essentiels concernant les armes que Dieu met à notre disposition.

INTRODUCTION La semaine dernière : - Régler notre perspective sur LA vérité de la Parole de Dieu - Être véridique - Dire la vérité Les temps aoriste des participes dans les versets 14 à 16 servent à souligner l’importance d’être revêtu de la panoplie de Dieu avant même d’entrer dans la ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prière De Jabaets 2

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Mar 30, 2006

Suite de la prière de Jabaets (tiré et inspirés du livre de Bob Gass)

LA PRIERE DE JAEBETS 2 Lecture : 1 Chroniques 4/8-10 «Kots engendra Anub et Hatsobéba, et les familles d’Acharchel, fils d’Harum. 9 Jaebets était plus considéré que ses frères; sa mère lui donna le nom de Jaebets, en disant: C’est parce que je l’ai enfanté avec douleur. 10 Jaebets invoqua le ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ruth (Friend Or Companion)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on May 3, 2022

4 chapters with notes (NASB); perhaps written by Samuel; during Judges' time

Here is a quick video summary: https://www.facebook.com/reel/2907001996177489 Marilyn Hickey notes: written over 30 years; the location is Bethlehem and Moab(MODERN DAY JORDAN); Naomi widowed; disobedience; cursings & blessings; Naomi and her family start with the wrong motives. 1 Now it came ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Harry Potter And The Living Stone

Contributed by William Groover on Dec 12, 2001

The Harry Potter story is used to draw paralles with the Gospel. PowerPoint slides available by e-mail. "Not Helpful" if you want Anti-Harry!

Harry Potter and the Living Stone Or Don’t Be a Muggle! William A. Groover Jr., Ph.D. NOTE: E-mail me at bill@easthill.net and I will e-mail you the PowerPoint slides I prepared to go with this message. You may also download the Harry Potter fonts at http://www.harrypotterdesktop.s5.com and at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Beyond Regrets Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 10, 2006

In this sermon we learn how to move beyond the regrets and sins of our past.

Have you ever done something you later regretted; (or) have you missed an opportunity that you later regretted; (or) have you said something you later regretted? All of us know the pain of regrets. For some it could be the regret of a broken marriage. For some it could be the regret of an abortion. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing The Way At Christmas

Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Dec 5, 2005

John the Baptist came preparing the way. We need to prepare the way for Christ in our hearts and our world as well as we look forward to Christmas.

Second Sunady of Advent 2005 www.valleyforge Dr. Paul G. Humphrey The following series of advertisements reportedly appeared in a daily newspaper: Monday: "The Rev. A.J. Jones has one color TV set for sale. Telephone 626-1313 after 7 p.m. and ask for Mrs. Donnelley who lives with him, cheap." ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist