Sermons on Leanness Of Soul:

In The Midst Of Adversity

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 10, 2009

A person that is in the midst of adversity learns that the Lord is working in their life for good even when there are adverse circumstances being faced.

IN THE MIDST OF ADVERSITY Philippians 1:12-21 Proposition: A person that is in the midst of adversity learns that the Lord is working in their life for good even when there are adverse circumstances being faced. Objective: My purpose is to challenge people to realize that the Lord is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From David Pt 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 11, 2009

The only way a fugitive can become king is to have the qualities of patience and humility. These two character traits will always propel a fugitive into a leadership position for the Lord.

Lessons from David pt 4 “A Fugitive Becomes King” Opening Video Illustration: Blue Fish Tv – Church like an NBA game? Are you passionate about Jesus and God’s team? Thesis: The only way a fugitive can become king is to have the qualities of patience and humility. These two character traits will ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Has His Hand On You

Contributed by Herman E. Wesley Iii on Nov 29, 2008

It is difficult, from time to time, to understand that as Christians we will find ourselves in some “interesting” storms.  What is even more important is to understand that the storms that come in our lives are allowed by the permissive decree of God. 

Evangelist Herman E. Wesley III When God Has His Hand on You Hebrews 12:4-11 PRELIMINARIES To my good friend and minister of this congregation of saints, Brother David M. Tillman, Jr., brother Arlester Johnson and others who are numbered among the leadership. Members of the Narrow Lane Church ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-11, Hebrews 12:4-12

Are You Stressed? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 3, 2008

Many today in our society are chasing after the wind and ending up overwhelmed and stressed in their lives. The result of this state is that many are robbed of their joy in life.

Are You Stressed! On the lighter side: Two video clips from commercials to stress - stress Question: How do you manage your stress? Thesis: Many today in our society are chasing after the wind and ending up overwhelmed and stressed in their lives. The result of this state is that many are ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Gift Of Purpose Series

Contributed by Steve Gallimore on Dec 14, 2008

This sermon will help people understand the power behind the single vision and purpose for every church to reach one more person with the Good News of Christ.

GOD’S GIFT OF PURPOSE Unwrapping God’s Gifts Part 3 of 5 Pastor Steve Gallimore December 14, 2008 This week we’re going to continue our series by talking about one of God’s greatest gifts to us and that is God’s gift of purpose. As outrageous as it is, God not only sent His Son to die for our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

You Can Just Fill In The Blanks

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 27, 2008

The work of Christ is not complete until we fill in the blanks of justice not yet done, kindness not yet given, and witness not yet shared. He wants our very cores.

To do anything these day, you have to fill out a form. Have you noticed? To get anywhere with anything you want to do, you have to fill out an application. Some of you have been job-hunting. So what happens? You go to the personnel office, you pull out your beautifully polished resume, the one ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-29

Denomination: Baptist

Leave The Old Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 28, 2008

We must 1) Forsake our Former life, 2) Understand our Present Life and 3) Live for our Future Life

At year end tends to be a time of extremes. Some fall into one extreme of debauchery and falling back into a lifestyle that they were redeemed from. Or the other extreme, like that of the Galatians, of falling into a type of legalism of trying to earn their favour with God. The Galatians has ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-11

Denomination: Other

Fiscal Faithfulness Series

Contributed by David Welch on Dec 29, 2008

Second of three messages dealing with giving and money.

“Fiscal Faithfulness” Every Christian serious about a deeper walk with God and greater impact in our world must incorporate some disciplines indented to increase capacity for a deeper walk as a way of life. One such discipline has to do with personal sacrifice. Someone estimate that 17% of what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:7-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Here I Am To Worship

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 1, 2009

A message reminding the congregation of what the definition and purpose of true worship is; and what the benefits are to those who keep the many forms of worship in the center of their hearts and focus.

Today’s message title is, "Here I Am To Worship." I love that song! In these short lyrics, we find the true heart of worship. ‘Here I am to worship; Here I am to bow down; Here I am to say that You’re my God!’ The first thing I want you to do this morning is lift both your feet off the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-9

Denomination: *other

Winning The Battle Against Selfishness

Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on Jan 10, 2009

Because of the propensity to think only of ourselves which destroys the unity of the body of Christ, we are reminded to combat our selfishness with an attitude of service to others.

[Announce Text] Please take your Bibles and turn with me to the New Testament epistle to the Philippians – Philippians chapter 2. We will be reading the first four verses of the chapter. [Scripture Introduction] Known as one of Paul’s “Prison Epistles,” Philippians was written during Paul’s first ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring God With Your Next Step Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 27, 2008

How to honor God

Honoring God with Your next step Slide I want to tell you about 2 sons. One was asked to do something by his father and He told him he would do it. Another one was asked to do something as well and he went and did it. Has each one honored his father, from what you know? Yes. Now if I told you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Incredible Family

Contributed by Ben Mandrell on Jul 31, 2008

There is one institution that is far more powerful than government, far more influential than the university, that institute is the family.

Note: This is the sermon manuscript that Ben carried into the pulpit. Feel free to use it in any way to advance the kingdom of God. The Incredible Family Colossians 3:18-21 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday Morning, June 15, 2008 (Father’s Day) We live on planet earth and across this spinning ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

When Christians Disagree Series

Contributed by Ben Mandrell on Aug 1, 2008

Let the people of God be together,one heart and one mind.

Note: This is the sermon manuscript that Ben carried into the pulpit. Feel free to use it in any way to advance the kingdom of God. Christianity 101: When Christians Disagree Romans 14 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday Morning, July 13, 2008 We have been working our way through the book of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Restraining Sinful Behavior

Contributed by Eldron Gill on Apr 14, 2008

Methods that are used to restrain sin in our lives.

Restraining Sinful Behavior Rom. 7:12-25 Intro- * Living a holy life is an ambition of everyone who is genuinely born again. * The desire to live a godly life is stronger in some Christians than in others. * Most of us have had and still have the experience of Romans 7. …Doing what we shouldn’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:12-25

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Capacity

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 28, 2008

We have a spiritual capacity, but whether we are among the "strong" or the "weak" in this sense, we are called to help one another and be patient with all.

Spiritual Capacity TCF Sermon April 20, 2008 1 Thessalonians 5:14 (NASB77) And we urge you, brethren, admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with all men. 1 Thess 5:14 (NLT) Brothers and sisters, we urge you to warn those who are lazy. Encourage those who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational