Sermons on Jesus Marvels:

The Gluing Fruit ~ Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 13, 2008

Faithfulness is the “gluing” fruit that will preserve our faith and the other characters of the Spirit and identify God’s will so we can be dependable and trusting to God and others. It is the one fruit that we give to God, whereas the others are from the

Opening illustration: Mark Hatfield tells of touring Calcutta with Mother Teresa and visiting the so-called "House of Dying," where sick children are cared for in their last days, and the dispensary, where the poor line up by the hundreds to receive medical attention. Watching Mother Teresa ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Passion Of The Forgiven

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Apr 17, 2009

Praise and a humble spirit characterize the passion of those who experience the ongoing forgiving power of God.

The Passion of the Forgiven Griffith Baptist Church – 4/19/09 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 51:14-19 Key verse: Psalms 51:15 – O Lord, open thou my lips; and my mouth shall show forth thy praise. Premise: Praise and a humble spirit characterize the passion of those who experience the ongoing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Why Christians Should Avoid Sexual Sin Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on May 7, 2009

Temptation is a powerful thing, but the consequences of giving in to sexual sin are even greater.

Why avoid sexual sin? I Corinthians 6:18 1. Illus. of my daughter • When our children were at home, we had what we referred to as the house rules. If you were going to live in our house, then you had to tell us where you were going and who you were going with, etc. • As an older teenager, often ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:18

Denomination: Baptist

Maintaining Momentum

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 11, 2009

A sermon from Celebrate Recovery (Life’s Healing Choices #7) on how not to relapse back into bad habits or addictions.

Evening Service for May 2009 Maintaining Momentum- Celebrate Recovery Choice #7 Introduction: An older woman went to New York and up to the 23rd floor of an apartment building. She knocked, and a beautiful young woman opened the door. Incense came wafting out, music was playing, this beauty was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:10-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Repentance

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Dec 4, 2008

There are some steps to be followed where there is true repentance.

TRUE REPENTANCE Text: James 4:7-10 (NLT) So humble yourselves before God. Resist the Devil, and he will flee from you. Draw close to God, and God will draw close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, you hypocrites. Let there be tears for the wrong things you have done. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7

Denomination: Church Of God

The Model Neighbor

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Dec 24, 2008

Most people have lost the Biblical concept of neighbor, while they crave to have such neighbors. The sermons argues that it start with you.

THE MODEL NEIGHBOR Leviticus 19:9-18 One of the things I use to like about the apartment I lived for most of my life was the neighbors. We had good neighbors and some of the boys continue to be my friends to this day. Having good neighbors is something everybody likes and appreciates. Currently, ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:9-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stop Suffering Shipwrecks In Your Life

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2008

There comes a time when a believer must simply go into battle.

Stop Suffering Shipwrecks in Your Life 1 Tim. 1:18-20 Sept. 7, 2008 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction This command I entrust to you, Timothy, my son , in accordance with the prophecies previously made concerning you, that by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing God Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 9, 2009

This is the 8th sermon in the series, "Pot Holes". Do you need to see God moving in your life?

Sunday Morning August 23, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Pot Holes [#8] SEEING GOD 1 Samuel 16:14-17:58 Introduction: This summer, as many of you will recall- Tharon went to the National Federation For The Blind State Convention, where he got to give his testimony. Now ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Freedom

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Sep 15, 2009

Paul in rebuke of the Judizers who seek to bring God’s people back into the bondage of leagalism answers (3) questions for us regarding Christain Freedom: What is Chrsitian Freedom? Can Christian Freedom Be Abused? How Do We Remain Free?

“FREEDOM IN CHRIST” Galatians 5:1-24 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: (READ PASSAGE) • If someone who knew nothing of Christianity were to watch a video of your life, how would they describe the Christian faith? If the only example they had was your life, what would they say about ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-24

Denomination: Orthodox

A Noble Bride

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Sep 20, 2009

Relating the characteristics of the noble wife in Proverbs 31 to the Church - as the church is the bride of Christ in the world. Are we a wife of noble character bringing glory to the Bridegroom?

A Bride of Noble Character James 3:13-18 & Proverbs 31:10-31 How true is the opening question of the Proverbs passage? A wife of this echelon of noble character, who indeed can find? She is most certainly the woman that nearly every man would want to marry. And she is the wife that most women ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Being A Part Of The Team Series

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Oct 16, 2009

Series using football terminology to apply Christian principles.

“Get In The Game” “Being a Part of The Team” Good morning and thank you for choosing to worship with us today here at Central. It is our desire that you enjoy the warmth and fellowship of the people of God, that you have a life changing experience with God, and that you discover the plan He has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Proper Response To Affliction

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 7, 2008

The advice that James gives to his readers in the first century also applies to us as we deal with rising gasoline prices.

A PROPER RESPONSE TO AFFLICTION Text: James 5:7 – 12 Introduction: • Affliction: a state of pain, trouble, or distress; misery (World Book Dictionary) • James’ readers were being afflicted by wealthy landowners o Becoming wealthy at poor’s expense (v. 3) o Withheld wages from workers ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

What We Need To Know About Servant-Leadership Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 23, 2008

Part 2 of the Series on Spiritual Leadership

WHAT WE NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SERVANT-LEADERSHIP Mark 10:43-44 Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, 44 and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all. I THE SPIRITUAL ASPECTS OF SERVANT-LEADERSHIP A We Are Commanded To Lead/Serve Galatians 5:13 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:43-44

Denomination: Baptist

Addicts Victorious In Christ

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 27, 2009

A plan for ministering to addicts according to Scripture

“Addicts Victorious in Christ” The first and possibly the most important fact is the attitude of the addict concerning their addiction. Unless a Biblical understanding of their addiction is acknowledged there will be no real victory over an addiction for the Bible clearly states: “Let no man ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Concentrated Conversions And Pushing The Envelope Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 26, 2009

Sometimes God opens our hearts and minds to His will in increments.

Concentrated Conversions and Pushing the Envelope (Acts 9:32-43) 1. It seems that Philip had planted several churches around Joppa, and Peter was traveling to them to strengthen them and teach them. He came to an area near modern Tel Aviv, where our story takes place. Lydda is now know as Lud ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible