Sermons on Liberalism In Churches:

The Great Adventure Of Vision

Contributed by Barry Hidey on Jan 12, 2001

A church needs to know that it needs a vision

"The Great Adventure of Vision" Ezekiel 37:1-14 Hebrews 11:1, 8; 12:1-2 God Almighty is a God of Vision. Now when I say "vision" I am not necessarily talking about some mystical sight that someone sees. Occasionally a vision from God is like that as the Bible shows us. Paul saw a vision of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Bearing In Mind

Contributed by Rob Ross on Jan 14, 2001

What are some biblical characteristics that our church should emulate?

Verse: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Topic: Church Probing Question: What is church? Key Word: characteristics Subject: characteristics of church Aim: To encourage the congregation to identify desirable church characteristics. Title: Bearing In Mind Introduction Illustration: (Name Brand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Fight To The Finish

Contributed by Rick D Brackett on Jan 16, 2001

No matter how hard the way gets we have got to fight to the finish!

“A FIGHT TO THE FINISH” Text: II Tim. 4:6-8 Introduction: Paul in writing to young Timothy is very straightforward in what he has to say. His words seem to be filled with encouragement and assurance that he can finish the course. 1. 2:1 “Be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Carrying God's Treasures In A Dangerous Land

Contributed by Charles Trout on Jan 23, 2001

How to journey through a dangerous land to make it home.

Carrying Precious Treasures In A Dangerous Land. Ezra 8:21 21Then I proclaimed a fast there, at the river of Ahava, that we might afflict ourselves before our God, to seek of him a right way for us, and for our little ones, and for all our substance. It is often the case that we overlook the ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 8:21-33, Ezra 8:24-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Vision That Changed The World Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 23, 2001

How Peter’s vision changed the outreach of the church.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 20 “A Vision that Changed the World” Acts 10:1-33 God had called the people of Israel to a special relationship with Him so that they might be His people, his witnesses, His missionaries to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Of Sheep & Shepherds

Contributed by Kent Hawkins on Jan 23, 2001

The Motivation, Manner & Reward of Being An Elder.

Of Sheep & Shepherds Commercial currently airing that shows a lonely shepherd with a cell phone. As he makes a phone call, those he calls begin arriving in droves, until he surrounded by 100s of people. Wonder how many real shepherds spend a lot of time on a cell phone? Lonely! As Phillip ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4, Psalm 23:1-6

The Morning After A Short Night Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jan 30, 2001

Waking Up in a Dark World

THE MORNING AFTER A SHORT NIGHT April 18, 1775 British troops arrived in Boston harbor by night. The plan was to cross the Charles river in small boats and attack the towns of Concord and Lexington. A young man, aware of the plan, grabbed his horse and rode through the streets shouting, ‘WAKE ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

The Necessity Of Preparation Series

Contributed by Scott Hippler on Feb 5, 2001

Part 1/5 based upon Nehemiah and God’s work of rebuilding the wall around Jerusalem.

Satan is tearing things down in this world, but Jesus Christ is building things up. For which one are you working? God is looking for people who will make a difference in the difficult places of life! People with vision who see possibilities, not problems! People with courage who will finish ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Value Of Participation Series

Contributed by Scott Hippler on Feb 5, 2001

2/5 Who did God use to assist Nehemiah, He used everybody!

Who does God use to accomplish His will here on earth? Who does God use to do His will, to impact others and to participate in the tough tasks of life? There is a real simple answer, He uses everyone! He uses everyone! And since God uses everyone, which includes using you, using you and using ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Determination Series

Contributed by Scott Hippler on Feb 5, 2001

4/5 determinatin mkaes the differance, do you have the "stick-to-itiveness" that it will take to complete what God has called you to?

Determination makes the differance! Determination makes the differance! I would like to start our time together this morning by asking you a question. My intent is not to embarrass anyone, so please don’t raise your hands, but rather answer this question in your own heart. The question is, “Am ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:15-16, Nehemiah 6:15

Denomination: Baptist

Living Up To The Name Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 12, 2001

Believers were called Christians first at Antioch. What are the characteristics that made this church great.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 22 “Living Up to the Name” Acts 11:19-30 “Now those who were scattered after the persecution that arose over Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, preaching the word to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Community Of God's Grace Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Feb 21, 2001

Two characteristics of a community based on God’s grace.

One of the more troubling books I’ve read recently is a book called Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community by Robert Putnam. Bowling Alone isn’t a Christian book, but it’s an analysis of the health of our sense of community in American culture. The author of Bowling Alone ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:24-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wanna Hear A Good Mystery? Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Apr 29, 2001

The church is still a great mystery to some.....

I. Presentation of the Mystery (1-6) A. Progressive 1. ‘Musterion’ – hidden truth only revealed to some a. Christ is revealed b. So is the mystery 2. Taken from mystery religions (Masons) a. Everyone doesn’t have the knowledge b. Only select ones are taught B. Prophetic – Apostles & ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

7 Things In Hell That Need To Be In Every Baptist Church

Contributed by Tony Cansler on Apr 29, 2001

Evangelical sermon

7 Things in Hell that need to in every baptist Church 1.There is Lost People in Hell. We need them in here to be saved. vs 19-31 2.There is Shouting in Hell. vs 24 3.There is Fire in Hell. We need some fire in our churches vs 24 4.There is Prayer in Hell. vs 27 5.There is Concern for the Lost ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Some Things Found In The Temple That Need To Be In Every Baptist Church

Contributed by Tony Cansler on May 1, 2001

A mesage to the church

Some things that the Temple had that every Baptist Church Needs 2 Chr 7:1-16 Prayer (7:1) A. People that pray through B. People that Pray Regular C. People that pray for others (1) Lost People (2) Backsliders (3) Fellow Believers Sacrifice (7:1) A. We Need to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1-16

Denomination: Baptist