Sermons on Lacked Understanding Of Christ:

Help Wanted - Man Of God

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Sep 14, 2004

Today, we have the threat of cross-contamination between the ways of God and the ways of the world, just as it was threatening the church where Timothy was Paul’s chosen leader.

Sermon Title: Help Wanted – Man of God Text: 1 Timothy 3 Date: August 24, 2003 Context of Scripture: It only stands to reason that since we dealt with the issue of women in the ministry last times we looked at Paul’s letter to Pastor Timothy, we should look at what is required of the men. When ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-16

Denomination: *other

Preparing To Grow

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Feb 19, 2007

Some of the myths about spiritual growth, some facts, and some tips.

How do you put a giraffe into a refrigerator? Let me give you a short quiz to test your intelligence and reasoning ability. Q. How do you put a giraffe into a refrigerator? A. Open the refrigerator, put the giraffe in and close the door. Simple. Don’t try to make things more complicated than they ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Better Is One Day Series

Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 11, 2006

Sermon on the fourth Commandment

Yes, I’m tired. For several years I’ve been blaming it on middle age, iron poor blood, lack of vitamins, air pollution, water pollution, saccharin, obesity, dieting, underarm odor, yellow wax buildup, and a dozen other maladies that make you wonder if life is really worth living. But now, I find ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8

Denomination: *other

Facing Your Giants

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 6, 2007

This sermon takes the story of David & Goliath and compares it to the difficulties we face.

Introduction: Last Sunday we talked about the fact that the reason God chose David to be the next King of Israel was not his outward appearance or his physical abilities. Instead God chose David because he was a humble man, who was passionate about his relationship with God, and trusted Him with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Imagining Freedom Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Mar 8, 2008

In this message, part 3 in series Getting Free, Dave gets people thinking about the possibility of living lives that are free from the control of sin.

GETTING FREE Sermon Three: Imagining Freedom Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers March 2, 2008 This series is called Getting Free. But over the last few weeks I have been talking to you mostly not about freedom, but about slavery to sin. Now as I begin today’s message it is not my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:24-25

Denomination: Free Methodist

#2taking The Things Of God Too Casually Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 8, 2004

We can develop the tendencies to take the the presence of Jesus too casually. It is an honor to know the Son of God.

#2 TAKING THE THINGS OF GOD TOO CASUALLY Missing the presence of God By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part two of a two part series. TEXT: Joshua 1:7 Only be thou strong and courageous, that thou mayest observe to DO according to ALL My law, which Moses my servant commanded ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When God Influences The Heart

Contributed by Steven Cannon on May 3, 2006

When God influences the heart great things happen.

WHEN GOD INFLUENCES THE HEART When God influences the heart great things happen. In 2 Cor 8:16 Paul is organizing a collection for the Church in Jerusalem. The church had needs and we see something wonderful that God did. 2 Cor 8:16 I thank God, who put into the heart of Titus the same ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:16-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3 Lent B

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Mar 25, 2003

In a time of war it is important to be reminded of God’s intention for the world and for us.

3 Lent B Exodus 20:1-17, 1 Cor. 1:18-25, John 2:13-22 March 2003 Rev. Roger Haugen It has been a tough week. The tension of the build-up to war has sapped many of us of energy. The war that seemed so inevitable, yet undesirable has arrived and we are not left untouched. There have been peace ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22, Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Which Way Do I Go? Vbs

Contributed by John Baggett on Jun 13, 2005

Vacation Bible School Theme Sermon 2005. Speaks primarily to maturing Christians. A good Sun night lead up to VBS. This is primarily for an already saved group. Which Way Will I Go 1With God’s Word, 2With God’s Work 3With God’s Will

Which Way Do I Go? PS 25 As a side note if you are looking for a sermon idea for The VBS 2005 Rablin Rad Trip you might also check out my sermon "Going Places With Jesus " I preached it the Sunday mornning before our VBS and I preached this one below the Sunday evening before VBS.) Which Way Do ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:4

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are The Figs?

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 20, 2005

On a close inspection of our life what do we find. Have my years of privileged & opportunity through my sin & indifference has carried me future & further from God?

Where Are The Figs? Mk. 12:11-21 Many are like that famous painting of olden time, in which the artist depicted what seemed at a distance a holy friar with a book before him,, and his hands crossed in devotion, looking like a saint indeed, but when you came close to the venerable impostor, you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

Carcases In The Wilderness

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Feb 22, 2005

This sermon warns about the danger of not growing in Jesus and living in disobediance to the Lord using the Isrealites as an example.

CARCASES IN THE WILDERNESS Hebrews 5:11-14 Hebrews 3:7-19 . Hebrews 3:7-19 7 Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says, "Today, when you hear his voice, 8 do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion, on the day of testing in the wilderness, 9 where your fathers put me to the test and saw my works for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:7-19

Denomination: Church Of God

A Virtuous Cycle Series

Contributed by Kevin Purcell on May 24, 2005

This sermon focuses on Acts 4 but covers chapters 2-4 as it shows how the Christian life goes in a cycle from Spiritual Fulfillment to Ministry to Opposition to Decision whether to quit or continue on back to Spiritual Fulfillment.

A Virtuous Cycle Acts 4:1-31 Introduction During Superbowl XXXVII, FedEx ran a commercial that spoofed the movie Castaway, in which Tom Hanks played a FedEx worker whose company plane went down, stranding him on a desert island for years. Looking like the bedraggled Hanks in the movie, the FedEx ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Just One Touch Of Jesus

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Oct 20, 2006

Two people who were changed by one contact with Jesus, after trying to avoid meeting him tell their stories. Zacceus and the woman who bled.

Mark 5:25-34 Unclean! Unclean! Unclean! That was me It was not really a life, more an existence, and a miserable existence at that. I was tired all the time and I was getting weaker, and weaker, and weaker. I had no energy, no joy or zest for life. Some days I could only lie on my bed all day. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Salvation Army

Who May Ascend

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 10, 2007

Don’t simply go through the motions of Christianity. With clean hands and a pure heart, determine to be a part of this mighty movement in your generation.

Who May Ascend? Text: Psalm 24:3-6 “Who May ascend the hill of the Lord? Who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to an idol or swear by what is false. He will receive blessing from the Lord and vindication from God His Savior. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:3-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Landmine Of Fear Series

Contributed by Charles Stanley on Sep 20, 2007

Have you ever considered how your emotions affect your life? Love, for example, influences your feelings, behavior, and even your looks. The same is true of fear. It can affect your thoughts, conduct, and even your physical health. Apprehensions have th

Landmines in the Path of the Believer Part 4: The Landmine of Fear Summary: Have you ever considered how your emotions affect your life? Love, for example, influences your feelings, behavior, and even your looks. The same is true of fear. It can affect your thoughts, conduct, and even your ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:8-14, Isaiah 64:4, Isaiah 41:8-12

Denomination: Baptist