Sermons on Lilly Foundation:

Tearing Down The Walls Between Christians And The World

Contributed by Jeff Fradenburgh on Nov 8, 2001

For far to long believers have been barriers to unbelievers belonging to Christ. Find out what the barriers are.

What do you feel are the walls or barriers between Christians and the world? BARRIERS 1. Ungodly character Titus 2:11-12 (NLT) 11For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people. 12And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:9-15

Denomination: Holiness

Me?! A Wise Person? You've Got To Be Kidding!

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 15, 2001

An exploration of the availability of wisdom to all who seek it.

Introduction: It’s a shame that so many people immediately tune out when you start talking about wisdom. To them, wisdom is theoretical, academic book knowledge that has nothing to do with the real world. Yet that is not at all what wisdom is about. Wisdom is not abstract knowledge; ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Relationship With 'i Am'

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 22, 2000

A devotion for young believers

“MOST ASSUREDLY, I SAY TO YOU, IF ANYONE KEEPS MY WORD HE SHALL NEVER SEE DEATH.” 52 THEN THE JEWS SAID TO HIM, “NOW WE KNOW THAT YOU HAVE A DEMON! ABRAHAM IS DEAD, AND THE PROPHETS; AND YOU SAY, ‘IF ANYONE KEEPS MY WORD HE SHALL NEVER TASTE DEATH.’ 53 “ARE YOU GREATER THAN OUR FATHER ...read more

Scripture: John 8:51-58

Denomination: Orthodox

"The Gate Is Still Narrow"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 26, 2001

This is not a full sermon. It is a devotional to be used in your Bible study/discussion group. But the message is timely.

“Enter by the narrow gate; for the gate is wide, and the way is broad that leads to destruction, and many are those who enter by it. For the gate is small, and the way is narrow that leads to life, and few are those who find it.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Orthodox

Six Days Of Creativity

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 29, 2001

Purposes in the 6 days of Creation

SIX DAYS OF CREATIVITY GENESIS 1:3-31 INTRODUCTION The six days of creation are told from the perspective of an individual standing on the surface of the earth and observing the events. We have a very poetic telling of the creation of all things. The first three days we see the creation of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:3-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Judgement Seat Of Christ

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Dec 21, 2002

The judgement seat of Christ

The Judgement Seat Of Christ Foundation Scripture: Rev. 19:7-8 I. What preceeds the marriage supper of the lamb? Jesus has already taken to Himself a bride which He has cleansed by His Word and His shed blood (Eph. 5:25-29). "His wife has made herself ready" - This is not talking ...read more

"A Tight Grip"

Contributed by Keith Bunch on Feb 8, 2003

"In a world full of uncertainties, we feel that nothing is stable enough for us to hold on to, but have no fear Christian, because God has given us a firm lifeline to tightly grip: HIMSELF!"

"In a world full of uncertainties, we feel that nothing is stable enough for us to hold on to. When the world and the devil seem to upset our grasp on life, have no fear Christian, for God has given us a firm lifeline to tightly grip: HIMSELF!" 1. GOD LOVES (Eph. 2:4-5) "But God, who is rich in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Determined Faith

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Feb 11, 2003

With so much turmoil and uncertainties in this present world, we as the Body of Christ need to keep our focus. This message puts our faith where it should be.

A Determined Faith (Micah 7:1-9) The prophet Micah describes a time of great corruption in all levels of society. Those in power were corrupt through compromising. the very foundations of morality had been destroyed. (A) Men of Authority sold justice, and that without shame. They were open to ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Did Jesus Really Rise From The Dead? Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 3, 2004

History and the Bible agree on the fact that Jesus was crucified until He was dead.

Did Jesus really rise from the dead? The issue of the resurrection is the central reality for the faith of the church because without the resurrection there is no basis for faith. The reality is that there are many proofs for the resurrection that under gird and uphold the biblical teaching. So, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Fingerprints On The Gates

Contributed by William Ellis on Sep 1, 2005

There are fingerprints that God has left behind…Fingerprints: • To prove His Word • To prove His Sovereignty • To prove His Plan • To prove His Resolve

Fingerprints On The Gates There is evidence on the Scene Nehemiah 3 Nehemiah was just a cupbearer for the Persian Leader But he had a • Burning desire to give God glory • Passion for praying • Zeal to take on tough jobs • Wisdom to move out of God’s way Then people came from all walks of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-32

Denomination: Church Of God

I Am Crossing Over To The Other Side 2 Of 7! Series

Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 3, 2005

Knowing the ’what to have and have not’ of a Christian.Teaches and reminds you of the size and contents of your lugguage in christian walk.The first in the kit is Jesus Christ and the First to be thrown out is sin.

“And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships.” mark 4:36 Right sizing your luggage! Many people are excessively loaded with garbage. Fatty and obsess people have serious social and health problems ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:36-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Building The Unfinished Church Series

Contributed by Greg Newton on Sep 8, 2006

When you read through the Bible it is clear to see what God was desiring from mankind from the beginning to the end, is simply a relationship with them. We must understand that God is a very jealous God and our turning to the worship or serving other thin

“BUILDING THE UNFINISHED CHURCH” - FINISH THE WORK - PT. 3 Intro: When you read through the Bible it is clear to see what God was desiring from mankind from the beginning to the end, is simply a relationship with them. We must understand that God is a very jealous God and our turning to the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Awake And Sober

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 12, 2005

According to Paul, Christians are to live constantly aware of the return of Christ Jesus.

Awake and Sober – I Thessalonians 5:1-11 Intro: First the tsunami, then hurricanes, now unrest in France and bombings in the Middle East. In Luke 21:25 it says, “there will be signs in the sun, moon and stars. . . Nations will be in anguish and perplexity . . “ before Jesus comes. That must ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Romans 16:17-18

Contributed by Derrick Whitt on Nov 27, 2005

Local assemblies need to get a hold of this fact on our relationships in them because we are hurting people big time with conflicts and cliques.

17 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them that are causing the divisions and occasions of stumbling, contrary to the doctrine which ye learned: and turn away from them. 18 For they that are such serve not our Lord Christ, but their own belly; and by their smooth and fair speech they beguile the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gift Exhange

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Dec 20, 2006

PROPOSITION: To motivate the hearer to seek to accept fully the spiritual gifts God has given him/her.

THE GIFT EXCHANGE SCRIPTURE: (NKJV) When they heard the king, they departed; and behold, the star which they had seen in the East went before them, till it came and stood over where the young Child was. 10When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy. 11And when they had come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-11

Denomination: Nazarene