Sermons on John Wimber:

Don't Give God The Leftovers Series

Contributed by David Barnes on Nov 16, 2021

Malachi 1

Don’t Give God the Leftovers Associate Pastor Dave Barnes, Discover Church, November 14, 2021 INTRO VIDEO – first 2:30 minutes of “How to Read Malachi” by Bible Project. You can view it here: https://youtu.be/HPGShWZ4Jvk I used a clip from the RightNow Media version because it was 1080p HD ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-11

Counting The Cost Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 17, 2021

It’s costly to follow Christ, but the cost is worth it.

This week I was working on this message at a McDonald’s when I met a man who told me to keep the sermon short. Did one of you put him up to this? Before leaving, he passed along some words of wisdom: “The brain can only absorb what the seat can endure.” I’m going to take that to heart today, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:21-41

Denomination: Baptist

Prophetic Precision Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 6, 2021

The prophets foretold the coming of Christ with pinpoint precision.

In 1998, an anonymous donor gave a marketing agency $150,000 to create an advertising campaign called “God Speaks.” His desire was to reach people who had drifted away from their faith. The campaign created such a positive response that the Outdoor Advertising Association of America picked it as ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Idolatry And The Plague

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 16, 2021

One of the things 2020 will always be remembered for is the plague, or Covid-19. This message shows a possible cause of the plague, one known as idolatry; along with the divine remedy. This sermon was written in October 2020.

I think one of the things 2020 will always be remembered for is the plague; known as Covid-19 and commonly called the Corona Virus. I’ve been searching the Scripture for causes of the plague, trying to see if the same catalyst has manifested itself in America today. Last week we looked at “The ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 25:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

We Have Lift Off Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Apr 19, 2021

The CRITICAL nature of the mission DEMANDS that we give our best to see it accomplished.

We Have Lift Off! Acts 13:1-12 Growing up in central Florida provided a unique opportunity. As a child and even in to my teen years I have fond memories of taking the 2 hour car ride on Interstate 4 from Tampa on the west coast of Florida to Cape Canaveral on the East Coast of Florida to visit the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"What Did Your Daddy Say!”

Contributed by Sean Dees on May 2, 2021

To many people have said things about you, tried to put things on you, but before you let them claim you with their words you better go to your Father and see what your Daddy has to say about it!

“What did your Daddy Say!” Genesis 32:22-30 I. It should have been Esau wrestling with God not Jacob. A. In Genesis 25 Isaac and Rebekah are expecting, but something doesn’t feel right; the Bible says Rebekah asked “…why am I thus?” and God responded, “Two nations are in thy womb…” and she ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-30

Experiencing God's Favor Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 23, 2022

After experiencing hardship and heartbreak in Ruth chapter 1, Naomi and Ruth began to experience God's favor in Ruth chapter 2. Their reaction to God's favor is a good example for us to follow.

A. I like the story told of the father wanted to read a magazine one day, but was being interrupted numerous times by his little daughter. 1. Finally, he tore a sheet out of the magazine that had a map of the world printed on it. 2. He tore the picture of the world into small pieces and gave it ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Restore Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 29, 2022

God can restore what has been ruined.

In 1915, a plague of locusts covered Palestine and Syria from the border of Egypt to the Taurus Mountains. The first swarms appeared in March. These were adult locusts that came from the northeast and moved toward the southwest in clouds so thick they obscured the sun. The females immediately began ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

Making A Decent Proposal Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 30, 2022

In this sermon on Ruth chapter 3, Naomi encourages Ruth to make a bold and decent proposal to Boaz. From Naomi, Ruth and Boaz we learn the importance of stepping out in faith and doing the right things the right way.

A. Today, as we return to the story of Ruth, we will witness an unusual marriage proposal, so I thought it would be fun to start with a few funny marriage proposals I found on the internet. 1. This first picture shows the importance of getting things in the right position when making a successful ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Not Weary In Well Doing

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jun 9, 2022

The Bible accept the fact that we as christians can become weary in life.

The word WEARY means drained, exhausted, fatigued, rundown, tired out, worn-down, worn-out. beat , bushed , tuckered, done in. Each of these definitions describe how we feel sometime even if we are a child of God. But the Lord use the word WEARY!!! For example, the Bible tells us 2 Thessalonians ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

Ginagawa Ng Diyos Ang Kanyang Mga Ministro Na Isang Ningas Ng Apoy

Contributed by James Dina on Jun 11, 2022

Ang iyong apoy ay palaging mag-aalab kapag ikaw ay aktibong itinuloy ang iyong ministeryo at ibinubuhos ang iyong buhay sa iba. I-stoke ang apoy na iyon at mag-apoy para sa Diyos. Iwasan ang mga pamatay ng apoy, ipagdasal sila at iwasan sila.

Ginagawa ng Diyos ang Kanyang mga ministro na isang ningas ng apoy "Sapagka't ang Dios natin ay isang apoy na mamumugnaw." (Hebreo 12:29) , “Na ginagawang espiritu ang Kanyang mga anghel, at ang Kanyang mga ministro ay ningas ng apoy.” (Hebreo 1:7). Kapag tinawag tayo sa ministeryo ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:29, Hebrews 1:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Training Vs Trying Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 28, 2022

This sermon focuses on the importance of training to be like Christ rather than simply trying to be a Christ, and what it looks like in practical terms.

Good morning. We are continuing to look at this theme of discipleship. Discipleship at Bellevue Christian Church has been defined as ordinary people learning to live everyday life like Jesus. We decided that there are three ways that we become a disciple at Bellevue Christian Church. We gather, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8, Matthew 11:28, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

The Power Of His Resurrection Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 4, 2022

The focus of this sermon is the Resurrection of Jesus from Paul's perspective and his view that the resurrection is it is not simply a historical event to be remembered, but an on-going truth and power that should be embraced.

(Scripture read from Philippians 3:7-11.) Good morning. Happy Easter! He is risen! Amen. Glory. How many of you happened to attend the Easter egg hunt that was here yesterday? It was a great event. I think we had about 70 kids from the community here. It was put on by the Children’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11, Ephesians 1:18-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Our Inheritance Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 15, 2020

Foreshadowing the completion when we enter fully into the Father’s eternal heavenly kingdom, Ephesians 1:11-14 shows us 1) The Ground (Ephesians 1:11–13a), 2) The Guarantee (Ephesians 1:13b–14a), and 3) The Goal of our incomparable inheritance in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 1:14b).

Ephesians 1:11-14 [11]In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will, [12]so that we who were the first to hope in Christ might be to the praise of his glory. [13] In him you also, when you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14

Denomination: Other

Signs From The Bible

Contributed by Dennis King on Mar 3, 2022

Are today's experiences representative signs of the Last Days? Signs are found throughout the Bible? God gives us repeated evidence, through signs and miracles, that He is there with us, with His people. And occasionally, He chooses to reveal what will happen in the future.

Signs From the Bible Have you ever considered that what we are experiencing nowadays is representative of the signs of the Last Days? There is rampant anger expressed everywhere, and people are quickly infuriated. Have you noticed the fiercely destructive forms of lawlessness raising their ugly ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 7:10, Genesis 1:14, Luke 21:25-27

Denomination: Baptist