Sermons on Legality:

Finding The Father Through Forgiveness

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 8, 2001

The Lord’s prayer sets a model of God’s desire to forgive

Finding the Father through Forgiveness Matthew 6:12-13 October 17, 1999 Morning Worship INTRODUCTION I. Sir Alexander Fleming and Winston Churchill A. Young Churchill saved from drowning 1. Winston Churchill nearly died at a young age 2. He was swimming with friends and got in too deep and began ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Causes And Cures For Conflicts

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

The causes of most conflicts are more social, interpersonal or personality clashes than theological

Causes and Cures for Conficts (Acts 23:7-35) Some Conflicts Stem More from Interpersonal Problems Than Theological or Political Differences (Acts 23:7-35) Illustration:Labor mightily for a healing spirit. Away with all discriminating names whatever that may hinder the applying of balm to heal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:7-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Silence The Wolves Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

REPROVE REBELLIOUS TROUBLEMAKERS WHO SUBVERT SOUND DOCTRINE AND DENY GOD BY THEIR DEEDS

BIG IDEA: REPROVE REBELLIOUS TROUBLEMAKERS WHO SUBVERT SOUND DOCTRINE AND DENY GOD BY THEIR DEEDS I. (:10-11) SILENCE THE FALSE TEACHERS Key: "who must be silenced" Hendriksen: "Paul uses a rare verb which has as its primary meaning ’to stop the mouth by means of a bridle, muzzle, or gag.’ The ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Cold Heart

Contributed by A.c. Caincross on Jul 6, 2001

This sermon will charge the apathetic and encourage the faithful.

Intro: Christ writes seven letters to seven different churches. These messages have a three-fold meaning: 1. primary association-to the church 2. personal application-to the individual 3. prophetic anticipation-seven stages in the Church age I. The Assembly According ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

An Impromptu Faith

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 12, 2000

Paul was flexible in his ministry. So we too must learn to flex.

An Impromptu Walk of Faith OR Paul, the Apostle of Rubber (Acts 16:1ff) Intro 1. Nowadays, whenever I do pre-marital counseling for a couple planning to marry, I administer a personality inventory test called, "Prepare." 2. Part of this test deals with the "family of origin," and looks at how ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Just Do It

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Love is action.

Thesis: Love is action. Intro.: 1. This AM we want to explore the parable of "The Good Samaritan" (Luke 10). a. Along with "Prodigal Son" (Luke 15)--Jesus' most famous stories. b. Deceptively simple. Someone has described this story as "a highly scientific piece of instruction clothed in a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Thinking To Be Thankful

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: One must be "thinkful" in order to be thankful.

Thesis: One must be "thinkful" in order to be thankful. Intro.: 1. Of all the holidays we celebrate, I believe Thanksgiving is one that is especially pleasing to God. a. God loves it when his creatures are grateful. b. For one day a year our nation stops to "be thankful." 1) To whom? God! 2) ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Only One Bride

Contributed by Houston Kelley on Oct 18, 2000

Intro. The Bridegroom here rejoices in the woman He loves; and He emphasizes the fact of her dissimilarity (unlikeness) from, and her superiority to, all others.

Intro. The Bridegroom here rejoices in the woman He loves; and He emphasizes the fact of her dissimilarity (unlikeness) from, and her superiority to, all others. A. She is not to be considered as others, but so far removed from all, and so much greater than they, as to be utterly ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 6:8-13

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Identify And Remove The Masks People Hide Behind

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit convicts us of any form of dependency other than Jesus Christ.

1. The Holy Spirit convicts us of any form of dependency other than Jesus Christ. Jesus said to the Pharisees, "You hypocrites; as it is written: ‘These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. They worship me in vain; their teachings are but rules taught by men. You have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:6-8, 2 Chronicles 4:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Practice Temperance In All Things

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit gives us the self-control to practice a self-restraint so that we are able to exhibit moderation in all our relationships, ministries and personal habits.

1. The Holy Spirit gives us the self-control to practice a self-restraint so that we are able to exhibit moderation in all our relationships, ministries and personal habits. Paul wrote, "The fruit of the Spirit is...self-control." (Gal. 5:23) Ask the Lord to give you an increasing ability to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Saw Love Overcoming All Things

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus knew that many forces would try to deter Him from reaching His objectives.

Jesus knew that many forces would try to deter Him from reaching His objectives. However, in every situation, the Lord stayed confident in the fact that one should not be overcome with evil. Instead, He overcame evil with love. Love finds a way when there seems to be no way to solve our problems. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Work Of The Holy Spirit / Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Mar 25, 2003

In order to consider the unlimited power and work of the Holy Spirit let us look at the various works of the Holy Spirit that Jesus told us that He would accomplish in our lives.

THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT © 4/2001 Mark Beaird 2 PART SERIES / Part 1 Text: John 16:7-11 Throughout the centuries there have been debates and misunderstandings concerning the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Some think of The Holy Spirit as an “it”, an impersonal being or a “divine force.” ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Judgement Day

Contributed by Ernest Parker on Mar 18, 2002

This is a salvation message based upon the great white throne of judgement.

Judgment Day Revelation 20:11-15 INTRODUCTION Judgment. Our world today is fascinated by judgment. Judgment is even considered to be entertainment. We have numerous T.V. court shows, sitcoms about judges and judgment, court T.V., and movies galore that feed off of the theme or subject of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

What About Divorce And Remarriage?

Contributed by Chris Smith on Jun 17, 2003

A thorough Outline on the New Testament teaching concerning divorce and remarriage, and the responsibilities of divorcees and the church.

Christian Principles Governing Divorce and Remarriage I. Divorce and remarriage and the New Testament A. What did Jesus say? ( Matthew 5:31-32, Matthew 19:1-12, Mark 10:2-12, Luke 16:18) B. What did Paul say? (Romans 7:1-4, I Corinthians 7:10-28) C. Principles directly learned from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-12, 1 Corinthians 7:10-28

Denomination: Baptist

Sin And Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 8, 2003

Man’s way of dealing with sin vs. God’s way.

Sin and Self Deception I John 1:7-10 INTRO.: New York City’s Jesuit University, Fordham, has for many years had a ram as mascot for its football team. The ram is selected by an audition and is cared for by the students. In 1974, a newspaper article appeared announcing that the then Ram mascot, one ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ