Sermons on Keys For Excellence:

Humble Yourself In Childlikeness, Servanthood, And Brokenhearted Boldness Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 8, 2007

The key to Humility is 1) Childlikeness 2) Servanthood & 3) Brokenhearted Boldness

One of the greatest joys of the Christmas season is experiencing it with Children. Children have an awe and expectation that goes above any distraction. Many of us adults get bogged down in so many plans and engagements this time of year that it is often the children who remind us of the joy and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-4

Denomination: Other

The Six Parental Duties

Contributed by Monte Brown on Nov 13, 2007

A Mothers Day message and how they play a key part of the lives of their children.

The Six Parental Duties Psalms 127:3-5 Monte T. Brown May 8, 2005 Mothers Day First Baptist Riverton Introduction Today have gathered here in this place to celebrate Mother’s Day and honor our mothers present and past. Mothers play a key part in the lives of all of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Principles To Build Upon: Fellowship

Contributed by Jason Cole on Jan 22, 2008

In order for the church to grow in number and in depth true Biblical fellowship is a key.

Principles to Build Upon: Fellowship Introduction: In Romania, and in many Eastern European countries, there are so many orphans being put into institutions that there isn’t enough food or medical supplies or staff members to take care of them. The babies, often past toddler age, are still kept in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Test Of Success

Contributed by Ben Mandrell on Apr 8, 2008

The key to success, from the eyes of David,the leader of all leaders.

Days of David: The Test of Success 1 Samuel 18:5-16 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday morning, April 6,2008 On Sunday nights, we have been peering into the life of David, the man after God’s own heart who was called to lead the nation of Israel in their most glorious era of history.God had given ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:5-16

Denomination: Baptist

We Must Obey God Rather Than Men

Contributed by Donato Solano on Nov 11, 2006

The church is designed to grow by God. Our obedience is the key to fast growth.

INTRODUCTION What made the early church grow so fast? Let us listen from the first members of the church; I. WE ARE FOLLOWING A SUPREME ORDER, 28-32 A. It is God’s order. It is the highest order. It is from the highest power. “Strict Order” Versus “Supreme Order” Note: “WE” –Apostles and all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29-42

Denomination: Baptist

Praying With Power

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 19, 2004

4 keys to powerful prayer drawn from the Lord’s Prayer.

PRAYING WITH POWER In our services, we often begin with prayer. I typically pray before I preach. We generally pray several times during a service. On Wednesday nights, we pray even more and in many of our discipleship classes we teach on praying. This afternoon in the discovering membership ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

A S K

Contributed by Dale Miller on Aug 28, 2004

Jesus tells us to ask, seek, and knock. The key to answered prayer.

MUB 8-29-04 MATT 7;7-12 7"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. 8For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. A S K INTRO; 7 WEEKS UNTIL WE START 40 DOP. MAN, AM I EXCITED. SMALL ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Investing In The Next Generation

Contributed by Mark Green on Jul 5, 2005

A challenge to invest four key traits into the life of one person this year.

When I was a Children’s Pastor I used to do something at the beginning of training seminars that I want us to do this morning. I want you to think back to your childhood and specifically to your early church experience. I know many of you attended Sunday School, VBS and other children’s activities ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Are The Dangers Of Buying Into The Wisdom That The World Applauds?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 20, 2005

This passage explores some of the key implications of buying into "man’s wisdom."

- v. 18a - note that this is an area of danger. What Are The Dangers Of Buying Into The Wisdom That The World Applauds? 1. What we’re called to do: Let go of the wisdom the world applauds. - v. 18b. - What that wisdom looks like: - having lots of possessions is the key to happiness; - if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracles In John: Lesson 5: Feeding The 5000

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 25, 2005

Principles and key ideas to learn from the miracle of feeding the five thousand

A.INTRODUCTION: JOHN 6:1-14 1. When did this miracle occur? Spring time. “The Passover, a feast for the Jews, was near” (v. 4). 2. Who was involved? Mostly men. “Three times a year all your males shall appear before the Lord your God . . . at the feast of the unleavened bread” (Deut. 16:16). ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Practice Hospitality

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The key to practicing hospitality is to forget yourself and to remember your guest.

Thesis: The key to practicing hospitality is to forget yourself and to remember your guest. Intro.: 1. There's an fascinating story about Abraham in Genesis 18. a. Illust. He & his family are camped near the Oaks of Mamre. 3 men visit--Abraham "falls over himself" serving them! Turns out these ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:9

How Can I Live In Christian Victory?

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 30, 2009

Here God gives us 4 keys to a victorious Christian life.

How Can I Live in Christian Victory? Romans 6:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 22, 2009 *Don’t you like to be a winner? Of course, some corrupt athletes throw games. Sometimes parents will let their children win a game, and I imagine some women have done the same thing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom: 2 Ways To Live Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 21, 2007

Wisdom is the key to life. Choose wisdom. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.

It’s interesting how often in the Scriptures we find ourselves addressed as though we were walking along and had come to a fork in the road. Here we have to make a decision. Do we go right or do we go left? And so often the decision is a life changing one. Joshua in Joshua 24 tells the people they ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-18

Denomination: Anglican

Revelation Chapter 1 Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Mar 10, 2006

Chapter study of key words and verses to help understand the book of Revelation.

Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org Revelation Chapter 1 Key Verse; Revelation 1:19 “Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later.” Revelation is broke into 3 major parts according to Revelation 1:19. A) ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20, Revelation 7:1-7

Denomination: Bible Church

Home Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Aug 5, 2006

In this continuing series we look at the "home" key as we discuss heaven

Introduction: WIZARD OF OZ VIDEO CLIP If only it was that easy! Click your heals, and you would be at a place called home. Dorothy is right, there is no place like home. Home is a special place, This Thursday we will gather around tables across America and share home cooked meals of Turkey, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ