Sermons on Life Through Jesus:

Learning The Hard Way

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003

A Lesson on Forgiveness and repentance

Text: Psalm 51 Jim Smuts Subject: Forgiveness Theme: Divine Forgiveness "Learning The Hard Way" Introduction: Someone once said, "Forgiveness is like the violet sending forth its pure fragrance on the heel of the boot of the one who crushed it." Explanation: David’s sin ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Denomination: Mennonite

A More Excellent Name

Contributed by Jeff Glenn on Oct 23, 2001

Having become so much better than the angels, as He has by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they (Hebrews 1:1-4)

1) There is Salvation in His name.(Acts 4:7-12) A) The Power or authority for salvation (v.7) B) The Presentation of the Gospel (v.8-11) C) The Proclamation by Peter (v.12) 2) There is Submission in His name. (Phil. 2:5-11) A) It begins with the right Attitude (v.5-7) B) It continues with ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Need For Preparation

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 4, 2008

In our impatient world we do many things on the "spur of the moment", even in our churches. This message is about God’s expectation of being prepared as his servants.

THE NEED FOR PREPARATION Luke 12:47 INTRO: There is a great need today for preparation. We do many things with out first preparing to do them. Today, we want to look at some of these things and see if we can find the need to prepare. I. PREPARATION FOR ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:47

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Anger

Contributed by Don Jones on Nov 8, 2006

Biblical principles for dealing with your anger.

“Dealing with Anger” John 2:14-16 I. The world’s method of dealing with anger A. Express it 1. It causes the physical body to change 2. Venting anger often causes us to become angrier B. Let it steam 1. Good for a teapot not a human 2. Like a teapot it allows the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

"Standing On The Four Corners Of The Earth..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 21, 2005

A truth worth remembering: The Best Way To Keep Your Word Is Not To Give It Foolishly. Another truth one should never overlook, the role of Angels in our lives, let examine it together!

Introduction In Billy Graham’s book, Angels, God’s Secret Agents, he remarks, "Hundreds of accounts record the Heavenly escort of Angels during times of grief. When my maternal grandmother died, for instance, the room seemed to be fill with a Heavenly light. She sat up in the bed and laughingly ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Aspects Of A Vibrant Church Series

Contributed by Greg Barron on Aug 21, 2007

To illustrate six aspects that should be present in every vibrant church.

Aspects of a Vibrant Church 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 1. They had great conviction and assurance. v5 a. First in salvation. John 16:8-11 b. Second in proclamation. 1 Corinthians 1:18, Romans 1:16 2. They became imitators of Paul and Jesus. v6 a. Paul said to follow him. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 19, 2012

Repentance.

Repentance February 6, 2008 Wednesday Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Focus Passage: Acts 2:38 Introduction: Ash Wednesday, beginning of Lent, 40 days until Easter. I. 2 Chronicles 7:14 and My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Baptist

How To Build Your Relationship To God!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 12, 2020

Get this relationship right and earthly ones will also change as you practice the same principles.

II Corinthians 11:21-33 Proposition – You must build your relationship with Jesus! I. By being totally committed! A. Forget feelings! II Timothy. 2:1-7 Newlyweds-everything fresh, different, after awhile routine Examples: soldier, athlete, farmer B. Recognize your position! ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:21-33, Ephesians 1:15-23, 2 Corinthians 8:1-5, Acts 20:18-38, Ephesians 4:11-16, Psalm 133:1, Job 13:15, 2 Timothy 2:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Elisha Takes Up The Mantle Of Elijah.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 1, 2024

The Holy Spirit ensures continuity in Ministry.

ELISHA TAKES UP THE MANTLE OF ELIJAH. 2 Kings 2:9-15. 1. Elisha asked for a double portion of Elijah's blessing, but Elijah laid emphasis on God’s sovereignty in this matter (2 Kings 2:9-10). After Elijah was taken up, Elisha tore his own clothes into two pieces, then took up Elijah's ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Proverbs 19 Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 16, 2024

Proverbs 19

Proverbs 19 19:1 – Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than one who is perverse in his lips and is a fool: i. Previous proverbs have been critical of the poor, but here Solomon recognized that not all poverty is caused by moral failure or weakness. 19:4 – Wealth makes many friends, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Most Important Of Human Qualities # 2 Series

Contributed by Fred Elliott on Jan 3, 2004

Love --- The Only Quality That Will Last

THE MOST IMPORTANT OF HUMAN QUALITIES # 2 1 Corinthians 13 Intro:A. This morning we began a message about the need for Agape love in the church and in Christian lives 1. We pointed out that we are to love God with all of our heart, mind, soul & strength 2. We also pointed out ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Forgivness

Contributed by John Gerald on Aug 19, 2004

This sermon advocates Forgivness.

FORGIVENESS IS ESSENTIAL Rev. John W. Gerald I. FORGIVING TO BE FORGIVEN Mt 6:12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. Mt 6:14 For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: Mt 6:15 But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Is God Worth Your Best

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 1, 2004

Let me ask you a question: How much is your God worth? Is He worth your first, your best, or only your castoffs? If you are giving Him only your castoffs, then you do in fact despise Him.

TEXT: Malachi 1:6-9 TITLE: IS GOD WORTH YOUR BEST? The Judeans had gotten to the point of despising the lord. The word “despise” has a different connotation in Hebrew than in English. For the Hebrew it means simply “to consider something or someone worthless.” They are not worth the time to ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Halloween: Problem Or Potential

Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Sep 20, 2002

Halloween is a major-moneymaking holiday that captures our lives this time of the year. Every store is filled with Halloween candy, costumes, and decorations. Halloween is rooted deep into our culture. What should we do?

Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris Halloween: Problem or Potential? The culture in which we live challenges a Christian lifestyle daily. As Christians, we often face tough ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:21, Ephesians 5:11

Denomination: Methodist

The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 7, 2003

Let’s consider some things we need to both see and know about the Holy Spirit.

“THE HOLY SPIRIT” Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 14:15-17 JOHN 14:17 Seeth: 2334 theoreo {theh?o?reh’?o}: A Word not used of an indifferent spectator, but of one who looks at a thing with interest and for a purpose; This word would be used of a general ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-17