Sermons on Lay Aside:

Rid Of Filth & Evil Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 12, 2015

Is there a difference between moral filth and evil which we need to get rid of?

Let’s continue our worship of God by listening to His Words from James…. Last week we focused on the important actions of being quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to anger because God desires for Christians to live righteously. We continue with a passage from James 1 to learn more ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Turning Back

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 24, 2014

We must not waiver in our commitment to Jesus.

No Turning Back November 23, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must not waiver in our commitment to Jesus. Focus Passage: Genesis 19:15-26 Supplemental Passage: For in the case of those who have once been enlightened and have tasted of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

Did Jesus Completely Empty Himself Of His Divinity To Become Human?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 7, 2019

There is a growing belief in the Church that Jesus completely emptied Himself of His divinity in order to become human so that He could be the perfect sacrifice for all humanity, which is why He attributed all of His works and doctrines to the Father.

"Jesus emptied Himself of His glory, taking the nature of a bondservant, and came in the likeness of men" (Phil 2:7). There is a growing belief in the Church that Jesus completely emptied Himself of His divinity and/or attributes in order to become human so that He could be the perfect ...read more

Scripture: John 8:28, John 8:58, John 19:28, Hebrews 13:8, Matthew 17:2, John 18:4-6, 1 Corinthians 8:9, Hebrews 4:15, John 17:1-5, Colossians 1:19-20, Colossians 2:3, Colossians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Helps Leaders Love

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit uses His intelligence, emotions and will to help leaders love according to the guidelines given in I Corinthians 13:4-7.

1. The Holy Spirit uses His intelligence, emotions and will to help leaders love according to the guidelines given in I Corinthians 13:4-7. Paul wrote, "Love is patient, kind, does not envy; it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Restored Relationship With A Drowning Church

Contributed by David Wilson on Sep 12, 2003

Paul and his fellow servant Titus are excited that the Corinthians have responded to his letter with such a positive attitude. Paul knew how firm the letter had been, but was grateful that the church responded correctly to his disciplinary epistle - I Co

II Corinthians 7 - A Restored Relationship The majority of this chapter deals with Paul’s joy over the response of the Corinthians to the letter that he had sent with Titus. He had been apprehensive, but now was relieved that the Corinthians responded positively to his letter and treated Titus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Your Eyes On The Prize

Contributed by Jeremy Lile on Jun 22, 2004

Forsaking the Past and Moving Forward.

Opening: As we sit here this morning, I ask you this one question. Are sitting here pondering the ending to a movie we watched last night or are we focused on what lies ahead. What restaurant are we going to eat lunch at today? I hope I have your complete attention for a few moments this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:24-26

Denomination: Church Of God

Blessings Lost

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Oct 22, 2005

The penalty of envy and the blessings lost because of it

Paul is here preaching in Antioch of Pisidia and his theme being “Justified by Faith.” Often times we get uneasy when we see new and different things going on in the church but most of the time these uneasy feelings cause us to loose God’s blessings and bestow them upon someone else or another ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Tragedy Of Joash

Contributed by Lanny Freeman on Nov 1, 2002

King Joash learns a valuable lesson on perseverance. . . an ungodly king that decides to give God a “try”. He learns that “trying” is not enough.

THE TRAGEDY OF JOASH - 2 Kings 13:14-19 (NKJV) Illustration - In 1935, Charles Darrow brought his invention of Monopoly to Parker Brothers. The experts at Parker Brothers rejected the game for "containing fifty-two fundamental errors." The persistent Charles Darrow had spent the year after his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

To Be...or Not To Be

Contributed by Matt Zurowski on Jun 27, 2006

A short devotional that was written for our Father/Son cookout.

INTRODUCTION: Some men in a pickup truck drove into a lumberyard. One of the men walked in the office and said, ’We need some four-by-twos. ’The clerk said, ’You mean two-by-fours, don’t you?’ The man said, ’I’ll go check,’ and went back to the truck. He returned in a minute and said, ’Yeah, I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:37

Denomination: Baptist

Better Way Is Aways God's Way!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 1, 2009

BETTER WAY IS AWAYS GOD’S WAY! In this sermon outline we point out how that the sufferings of the cross paid for a better way for us. Jesus had joy in providing a better way. He is the Way, Truth and the Life!

BETTER WAY IS AWAYS GOD’S WAY! In this sermon outline we point out how that the sufferings of the cross paid for a better way for us. Jesus had joy in providing a better way. He is the Way, Truth and the Life! Heb 12:1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so ...read more

Waiting Upon The Lord!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 5, 2009

Waiting upon God can be one of the most trying of all trials. However, remember a ’trial’ is a test and the great4er the battle the greater the victory. In this outline are just listed a few of the blessings of waiting on God. They also serve who only s

Waiting upon the Lord! Isaiah 40:31 (AMP) But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] shall change and renew their strength and power; they shall lift their wings and mount up [close to God] as eagles [mount up to the sun]; they shall run and not be weary, they shall ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

God's Provisions For The Salvation Of Man!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 3, 2011

GOD'S PROVISIONS FOR THE SALVATION OF MAN! In the outline we share some of the provisions God has provided with our salvation and what we do in response to His Work and Grace in our lives.

GOD'S PROVISIONS FOR THE SALVATION OF MAN! In the outline we share some of the provisions God has provided with our salvation and what we do in response to His Work and Grace in our lives. I. FIRST AND MOST IMPORTANT IS THE GRACE OF GOD! Ephesians 2:8-9 (KJV) 8 For by grace are ye saved ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-17

Let Us Hold Fast

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Apr 30, 2009

The believer is repeatedly admonished to perservere in the faith

Let Us Hold fast [ M-157, March, 1994 ] Dr. Russell K. Tardo I. Let Us Hold Fast A. The Admonition to Endure: Believers are admonished multiple times in the Word to persevere, to endure. 23Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;) ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dare To Dream Again

Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on Apr 15, 2008

Joseph had big dreams but they became broken, barren dreams; But God was with him and his brarren dreams were birthed.

Dare to Dream Again Attention: What did you want to be when you grew up? Need: What can I do when my dreams are crushed? Text: Gen 37:5-27 I. Joseph Has Big Dreams a. Importance in his dreams i. He would rule over his family ii. Universal need for significance b. Impact of a dream ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Way Is The Best Way!

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 4, 2008

What Christ did for us on the cross brought joy to our God and Saviour. It was not the suffering but the fact He was give us a new and better way. It was the LOVE OF GOD. In this outline we share a few of the acts of God’s wonderful love to us.

GOD’S WAY IS THE BEST WAY! What Christ did for us on the cross brought joy to our God and Saviour. It was not the suffering but the fact He was give us a new and better way. It was the LOVE OF GOD. In this outline we share a few of the acts of God’s wonderful love to us. Heb 12:1 Wherefore seeing ...read more