Sermons on Joyful Obedience:

Jesus’ Locums

Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on May 30, 2011

In the absence of Jesus' physical presence on earth, Christians are Jesus' locums here on earth- carrying out the tasks Jesus had been doing whiles he was physically here.

JESUS’ LOCUMS Introduction I am sure most of us are familiar with situations where the permanent staff will be away for a day or so and an agency staff is booked to cover the shift. For example, in the teaching profession in UK we have supply teachers and the National Health Service has ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Praise: Raising Stones Of Remembrance Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 3, 2011

The preists always led the children of Israel in praise of the living Lord. In chapter 4 they lead in praise to His glory. We are called and challenged to set up memorial stones so that children, and others will ask what does this mean in your life.

Intro: It was always the priests who led in Praise to the living God of Israel. In chapter 3 the priests were the first to step foot into the turbulent waters of Jordan. What do the waters of the Jordan represent to the followers of Joshua or Jesus? It is apparent as God commands Joshua and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Discipleshp Directive - The Great Commission Part 2 Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 15, 2011

The Great Commision is built around relationships.

July 17, 2011 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 28:16-20 Subject: The Great Commission Title: The Discipleship Directive – Part 2 in the Great Commission Series Today we continue with the Great Commission series. Last week I told you that the four versions of the Great Commission found in the gospels ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Passport Of Saint Who Series

Contributed by Timothy Andrew Stephens on Jul 21, 2011

Throughout His Word God calls us to live as aliens in a foreign land. Don't get so comfortable here that you miss the adventure of a God focused life.

The Passport of Saint Who 1 Peter 2:4-12 I Peter 2: 4 As you come to him, a living stone rejected by men but in the sight of God chosen and precious, 5 you yourselves like living stones are being built up as a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Lawful Authority Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 25, 2011

Some authority is built into the fabric of God's very creation, and our response to earthly authority - whether we wield it or submit to it - reflects our acceptance of God's authority.

Many scholars and preachers treat today's passage as an extension of last week's exhortation for husbands and wives to submit to one another. They call the section between chapter 5 verse 21 and chapter 6 verse 9 "house codes." Paul almost certainly drew from well-known early Christian teachings ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Loaves And Fishes A Plenty

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 28, 2011

sermon for the 7th Sunday after Pentecost. Relying on God nothing is impossible.

Matthew 14: 13 – 21 / Loaves And Fishes A Plenty Intro: A business man needed $1 million to clinch a deal. He went to a church and knelt in prayer beside another man. He overheard the may praying for $100 to pay an urgent debt. The businessman took out his wallet and pressed $100 into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Can Use Anyone For His Purpose - Ezra 6:14

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 29, 2011

Ezra 6:14 The Jewish leaders made good progress with the building of the Temple, encouraged by the prophets Haggai and Zechariah. They completed the Temple as they had been commanded by the God of Israel and by Cyrus, Darius, and Artaxerxes, emperors of

God Can Use Anyone For His Purpose - Ezra 6:14 Ezra 6:14 The Jewish leaders made good progress with the building of the Temple, encouraged by the prophets Haggai and Zechariah. They completed the Temple as they had been commanded by the God of Israel and by Cyrus, Darius, and Artaxerxes, emperors ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 6:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Moses On The Mountain With The Lord - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 3, 2011

1. God confirms His salvation (vs. 1-4). 2. God challenges us to obey His voice (vs. 5). 3. God calls us to be His people (vs. 5-6). 4. God commands us to communicate His Word (vs. 6-7).

Moses on the Mountain with the Lord - Part 1 Exodus 19:1-7 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 2, 2010 BACKGROUND &INTRODUCTION: *The Lord is with us here tonight. God’s Word makes that clear. And it is a wonderful truth of the Christian life. But one day, Christians, we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Mordecai's Loyalty To God - Esther 3:2

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 5, 2011

Mordecai's Loyalty To God - Esther 3:2 What rewards to get when you are being tried on your loyalty to God?

Mordecai's Loyalty To God - Esther 3:2 Esther 3:2 All the royal officials at the king's gate knelt down and paid honor to Haman, for the king had commanded this concerning him. But Mordecai would not kneel down or pay him honor. (NIV) Esther 3:2 And all the king's servants, that were in the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fellow Soldiers Of Christ Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 19, 2011

Paul wanted the Philippians to see two shining examples... one clergy and the other a layman, to share with them that God uses ALL people as long as they are willing and obedient!

Sermon Brief Date Written: August 19, 2011 Date Preached: August 21, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Philippians Sermon Title: Fellow Soldiers in Christ Sermon Text: Philippians 2:19-30 [ESV] Introduction: Just what does it mean when we SAY ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Why Baptize Jesus? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 6, 2011

Jesus told John that it was the right thing to do and event hough John didn’t understand it, he obeyed Jesus.

We noted last week that John the Baptist baptized with water to prepare people for the coming Messiah Jesus Christ and to teach them about the good news of ultimate forgiveness of sins. We will read in our passage today that the Messiah Jesus Christ Himself was baptized by John. Why did John ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:16-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Danger Of Those Glory "Daze” Of Yesteryear - A 9/11 Sermon Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 7, 2011

So often we get caught up in our accomplishments and the accolades from others that we can lose sight of WHO we serve and our mission and service to Him! We must remain focused on WHOM we serve and our calling to abandon all to serve Him!

Sermon Brief Date Written: September 7, 2011 Date Preached: September 11, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Philippians Sermon Title: Glory “Daze” of Yesteryear Sermon Text: Philippians 3:4-11 [ESV] Introduction: Today is the anniversary of one ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

Obeying God's Commands Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 21, 2011

For all those who reject God, they must know that the day will come when they will have to stand before God and face His holiness and justice. They will have to face His judgment. So we must know God. But how can we tell if we really know God?

How do we know if we really know God? We live in a day when many people are not even interested in knowing God. They want to live like they want. To know God is the furthest thing from their minds. This is a very important spiritual issue because if God really exists, then those who reject Him ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6, 1 John 2:3-29

Denomination: Baptist

Daily Burnt Offering

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 1, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Have you burned something before to offer it to someone else? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the necessirty to offer ourselves to GOD on a daily basis. IV. TEXT: Exodus 29:42 These burn

I. EXORDIUM: Have you burned something before to offer it to someone else? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the necessirty to offer ourselves to GOD on a daily basis. IV. TEXT: Exodus 29:42 These burnt offerings are to be made each day from generation to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 29:42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rebuilding Faith - Leading Through Commitment Series

Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 10, 2012

This series focuses on seven steps to experiencing a renewal of faith based upon the life and ministry of Nehemiah. The series uses the acrostic R.E.B.U.I.L.D. to build each week towards the final session.

Session Six: “Leading through Commitment” Scripture Focus: Nehemiah 10 Opening Dialogue As you begin this session with your group, consider opening this session with a discussion of things that people in your group have signed up for…and soon wanted out of! The idea here is ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:28-39

Denomination: Baptist