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Transformed: A Journey From Crisis To Cooperation SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative journey of Jacob, highlighting a four-step process of change: Crisis, Commitment, Confession, and Cooperation. Each step is crucial in shaping us and leading us towards a life changed for the better.

What is one thing you would like to change about yourself? We all go through changes in life, but sometimes we don't change for the better. Many people are interested in self-improvement and quick fixes, but true change takes time. In Genesis chapter 32, we see how God transformed Jacob's life, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-31

Topics: Change, Transformation, Commitment, Confession, Cooperation  (view more)  (view less)

The Life Of Faith

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Nov 20, 2002

In each of John’s miracles he gives us a glimpse of what the Christian life is like. Here we see that the Christian life is the life of faith.

Introduction Each of John’s miracles give us a glimpse of what the Christian life is to be like. In his first miracle Jesus shows us the Christian life is the better life(John 2:10). Here in his second miracle we discover that the Christian life is the life of faith. In our passasge we see three ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Significent Signs Of The Times

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 23, 2002

As we review these significant signs of the times that will be in place prior to our Lord’s return, we can "lift up our eyes for our redemption draweth nigh".

SIGNIFICANT SIGNS OF THE TIMES "But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come." "But evil men and impostors will grow worse and worse, deceiving and being deceived." II Timothy 3:1, 13. I. PERILOUS TIMES WILL COME! The Greek word “chalepoi” can, with equal ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:3-4, 2 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

It Has Always Been About Grace Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 11, 2003

Genesis 15 shows that God’s plan for salvation has always been salvation by grace through faith.

Genesis 15 April 6, 2003 One of the biggest mistakes I believe the early dispensationalists made was calling the OT age Law and the New Testament age Grace. I prefer Israel and the Church. Grace has always been God’s operating program with man. Genesis 15 falls into a double pattern. God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21, Romans 4:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Borrowed Time

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 3, 2002

Study of O.T. Character and need to be faithful today

BORROWED TIME 2 Kings 20:1-2 INTRO: What would you do, if you were told that you were about to die, and told to get your house in order? These verses tell the story of a man who had served God well, and was given some added years because of his service to God. I. HEZEKIAH’S ILLNESS AND RECOVERY. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Reign Of A Holy King Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

3 DISTINCTIVES OF THE LORD’S REIGN AS A HOLY KING

BIG IDEA: 3 DISTINCTIVES OF THE LORD’S REIGN AS A HOLY KING I. (:1-3) HE REIGNS IN MAJESTY -- SOVEREIGNTY A. Majesty is Based on Greatness and Uniqueness 1. "The Lord reigns" -- He is the only one who reigns; He reigns supreme 2. "He is enthroned above the cherubim " 3. "The Lord is great in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 99:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Perilous Times Are Upon Us Even Now!

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 18, 2003

The Greek word “chalepoi” can, with equal accuracy, be translated perilous, dangerous, terrible, grievous, stressful, distressing or difficult. There can be no doubt but what such days referred to here are already upon us.

PERILOUS TIMES ARE UPON US EVEN NOW! "But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come." "But evil men and impostors will grow worse and worse, deceiving and being deceived." II Timothy 3:1, 13. I. PERILOUS TIMES WILL COME! The Greek word “chalepoi” can, with equal accuracy, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1, 2 Timothy 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

What We Can Learn From The Life Of Jonah

Contributed by James Smith on Nov 19, 2001

An outline with chronology and practical points on the life of Jonah. The sermon breaks the chapters down with a master conclusion, with focus on following the will of God for our life.

What We Can Learn from Jonah Chapter 1 Possible excuses for not going to Nineveh · It was a dangerous journey · He feared the wickedness and the people · He might have lacked finances · Fear of the unknown · Maybe he doubted his prophetic ability · Wondered of it would make a difference · Maybe ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Man Under Authority

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

The Roman centurion was the only man that caused the Lord Jesus to "marvel". We should strive to grow in faith realizing that "without faith it is impossible to please Him".

A MAN UNDER AUTHORITY "For I also am a man under authority, with solders under me; and I say to this one, ’Go!’ and he goes, and to another, ’Come!’ and he comes, and to my servant, ’Do this!’ and he does it." Matthew 8:9. I COMPASSION EXPRESSED The one showing compassion: The Roman ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:9

Denomination: Baptist

Evolution Of Rebellion Vi Series

Contributed by Anthony Mancina on Nov 18, 2002

How sin eventually evolves into rebellion

The Evolution of Rebellion VI Review Psalm 19 has been our foundational text for the past 6 weeks Rebellion – A spirit of resistance to authority Revolt against any authority or order Resisting controls I Samuel 15:22 – 23 – Saul’s Rebellion ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Precious Blood Of Christ

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 2, 2003

The Apostle selects a wonderful word to describe the blood of Christ. The Christian would define precious as it is applied to the blood of Christ as: "of inestimable value or worth"!

THE PRECIOUS BLOOD OF CHRIST “You know that you were not redeemed with perishable things like silver and gold….But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb unblemished and spotless..” I Peter 1:18-19 NASB. The Apostle selects a wonderful word to picture the blood of Christ. Webster ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Opportunities

Contributed by Joshua Giere on Sep 14, 2002

Opportunities: Seized and wasted. This is a practical serman given before we left for camp.

Did You Know? A dollar bill lasts approximately 18 months in circulation. A pencil can draw a line more than 30 miles long, but a pen can only draw a line about 1 mile long. Practice footballs used by NFL teams last only 2 or 3 days, with a playing life of about 5 hours. Home teams are ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5, Galatians 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Many Infallible Proofs

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Apr 14, 2004

The resurrection of our Lord Jesus is one of the best substantiated facts of human history...indeed by "many infallible proofs".

MANY INFALLIBLE PROOFS "...to whom He also presented Himself alive after His suffering by many infallible proofs, being seen by them during forty days and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God." Acts 1:3 (NKJV) The resurrection of our Lord Jesus is one of the best substantiated ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

"And He That Was Dead Sat Up...:

Contributed by Winson Butler on Apr 20, 2004

When faced with the difficulties of life, how do you respond. When Jesus was faced with death itself we find Him providing a message of hope and help in our most difficult hour!

"And He That Was Dead Sat Up..." St. Luke 7:14-15a Introduction I. At a recent funeral of a very wealthy man, a news reporter reporting on the event ask one of the attenders, "How much did he actually leave behind?" His answer, "All of it!" That’s a truth we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

What Should A Family Be?

Contributed by Glenn Narvaez on May 13, 2006

This topic talks about God’s original intention for every family

WHAT SHOULD A FAMILY BE? God’s Original Intention for the Family Genesis 1:26-28 Some definitions of a family … 1. The Birthplace of Creativity 2. A Formation Center for Human Relationships 3. A Shelter in the Time of Storm 4. F.A.M.I.L.Y.-Father And Mother I Love You 1. GOD STARTED THE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible