Sermons on Keep:

Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Apr 22, 2003

If you’re going to be successful in becoming a disciple, you’re going to have to learn how to overcome the devil.

TITLE: ?Who? Me? A Disciple? : Spiritual Warfare? 022403 TEXT: Matthew 10:1Jesus called together his twelve disciples. He gave them the power to force out evil spirits and to heal every kind of disease and sickness. Luke 10:1,17-20 Later the Lord chose seventy-twoa other followers and sent them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-20, Matthew 10:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Telling Others The Gospel Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 29, 2003

This morning we’re going to look into God’s Word in order to find out how the Apostle Paul did evangelism.

Making an Impact: Telling Others the Gospel Thank you, Kids Choir for that excellent reminder. God will use our feet, our hands, and our mouths to tell others the gospel. Our former co-workers in Mexico City are missionaries today because of Ken Hanna’s direct influence in their lives. Just ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34, Acts 2:47

Denomination: Baptist

Mothers Called To Look Like God

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 9, 2003

Mother’s Day message on how mothers look a lot like God in what they experience.

Mothers Called To Look Like God by Rick Gillespie-Mobley Proverbs 31:10-31 Called To Look Like God GNLCC 5/11/2003 Proverbs 31:29-32 2 Timothy 1:1-6* One picture that Pastor Toby and I use to enjoy watching on TV was Quantum Leap. The show was about a man who had been trying to invent ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Three Seekers Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003

Surely one of the great stories of Christmas is the account of the visit of the Wise Men from the East. This delightful tale of strange men from some faraway land who brought Christmas presents to the baby Jesus is filled with mystery and intrigue.

The Three Seekers In our series that we’re calling Christmas Characters, we looked at Herod two weeks ago: - Herod was preoccupied with power. - Herod was preoccupied with possessions. - Herod was preoccupied with prestige. - Herod was preoccupied with paranoia. Last week we focused on Mary, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have A Marathon Marriage Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 16, 2003

In order to understand how to have a marriage that lasts, you must follow God’s instruction manual.

How to Have a Marathon Marriage It’s interesting to find out what kids think about marriage. When asked how you decide who to marry, Kirsten, age 10 answered this way: “No person really decides before they grow up who they’re going to marry. God decides it all way before, and you get to find out ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

An Inviation To Worship Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 20, 2003

I see three different parts of God’s invitation to worship contained in Psalm 95:A Call to Rejoice (1-5);A Call to Reverence (6-7a); and A Call to Respond (7b-11).

The Invitation to Worship It’s good to be back! Vacations are wonderful, aren’t they? During our two weeks, we were in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and up in God’s Country. In the second week, we went camping and had a good time ­ well, sort of. Megan, our one-year-old, was not a “Happy Camper.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Certainties

Contributed by Evangelist Ron Freeman on Aug 24, 2003

To establish that there will be no rapture, seven years tribulation or 1000 year reign on earth at Jesus Second Advent.

INTRODUCTION: A. Aim: To discuss the theme, "Christian Certainties." B. Pro: To establish that there will be no rapture, seven years tribulation or 1000 year reign on earth at Jesus Second Advent. C. Text: 1 Cor 15:20-26 D. Outline: 1. He is risen: 2. He is reigning: 3. He is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grabbed By Grace

Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Jul 26, 2004

To be a successful Christian we must allow the Grace of God to run its course in our inner life. When that happens then we can become an effective believer in our outer life- in how we represent the Lord to others.

Grabbed By Grace II Samuel 9 Can you recall an event in your life that clearly demonstrated the incredible life changing Grace of God? Do you remember this story? *30 year old prisoner had committed murder in a robbery *Sentenced to die – alone, no friends, no family that ever visited *Angry ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Do I Suffer? Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 2, 2004

1st in a 3 part series that gives us significant answers to life through intimate encounters with Jesus.

WHY DO I SUFFER? Luke 8:40-46 INTRODUCTION TO THE SERIES: The 5th grade Bible School class was reading about the tremendous crowds that followed Jesus during his earthly ministry. “Why do you think so many people wanted to be around Jesus?” the teacher asked. One boys hand shot up- “Because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-46

Denomination: Christian Church

Homosexuality: When Our Natural Desires Aren't Natural

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 6, 2004

Searching for a Biblical understanding of the basics of sexual morality based.

I want to address a topic that is as difficult as any topic we could address today…. homosexuality. It’s a subject that has become as politically charged as any in recent years. As the homosexual movement has developed a strong political voice, the response from traditional conservatives has ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If God Is, Now What

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 11, 2004

This sermon deals with the reality that if we believe God is, then there is certainly going to be a change in the way we live our lives.

If God Is Now What 5/23/04 NLF Exodus 3:1-22 1 Cor. 10:1-3 Let’s suppose for a moment that your car insurance payment and your house insurance payment both came due at the same time. You had misplaced the bills, and had received your final notice that your insurance would be cancelled if ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Aug 13, 2004

Part 3 of 3 in the series "Going for the Gold." The third characteristic of a world-class Christian is focus.

FINISHING STRONG Going For The Gold: How to be a World-Class Christian Hebrews 12:2-3 August 15, 2004 Introduction: This weekend marked the beginning of the Olympic games in Athens. World-class athletes from all around the globe have gathered to go for the gold. During this time we have been ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2-3

Spirit Given Faith

Contributed by Kevin Heath on Aug 17, 2004

Is there a difference between every day faith and Spirit given faith in 1 Corinthians?

1Co 12:3 Therefore I make known to you that no one speaking by the Spirit of God says Jesus is a curse, and that no one can say that Jesus is Lord, but by the Holy Spirit. 1Co 12:4 But there are differences of gifts, but the same Spirit. 1Co 12:5 And there are differences of ministries, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:3-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Is Not Happening (Balaam) Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 28, 2004

3rd in 3 part series on God’s X-Files - "unexplained phenomenon" and the lessons we can learn from them.

“This is NOT Happening” Numbers 22:16-35 Introduction: (Drama: “I Don’t Want to Fight You Anymore” Used with permission) Could you say that? “Ok, God you’ve got my attention.”? Did you get the distinct feeling that the guy in the drama needed God and yet wouldn’t quite let go? That can happen ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:16-35

Denomination: Christian Church

If You Change Your Attitude, God Will Change Your Mind

Contributed by Mcclinton Hall on Aug 31, 2004

This teaches us that if we allow God to use us, He can bless us. It’s our attitudes that stands in the way of our spiritual progress.

If You Change Your Attitude God Will Change Your Mind I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist