Sermons on Little Commission:

Motive

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 25, 2005

Apparently the false teachers in Corinth were suggesting that Paul’s unwillingness to accept support from the church was simply a coverup. They thought that he really had a love for money, and the offering he claimed to be taking for the suffering saints

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: H. L. Gee somewhere tells of a tramp who came begging to a good woman’s door. She went to get something to give him and found that she had no change in the house. She went to him and said, “I have not a penny of small change. I need a loaf of bread. Here is a pound ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Unfaithful

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005

"The word of the Lord that came" indicates that this prophecy is not Hosea’s (v. l). It is a prophecy that originated with God Himself. In dealing with the words of this prophecy a person is not dealing with the words of man, but rather with the very word

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A large majority of men--married and single--say they wouldn’t have an affair, even if they were certain their loved one would never find out, says a Gallup poll commissioned by Self magazine, in the June (1992) issue. Of 500 men surveyed, 67% of married men and 60% of ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Need Of The Gospel

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 22, 2005

There is a need to preach the Gospel message because of the need of those who are lost to hear the Good News of the Gospel.

THE NEED OF THE GOSPEL ROMANS 10:12 - 17 12 For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him. 13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. 14 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:12-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reigning In Life As Kings

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jul 20, 2002

Encouraging the believer to take advantage of our previledged position in Christ Jesus.

REIGNING IN LIFE AS KINGS We are Royalty –Rev 19:13 · Jesus is the King of kings. We are the kings that he is king of. Rev 1:5-6; Rev.5:9-10; 1 Pet. 2:9; Rom: 5: 10. Learn to be exalted –Matt. 5:14 ; 1 Pet. 5:8-9 · Paul’s prayer for the Church –Eph 1v17; Hos 4:6 · We are seated with Christ –Eph ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:13, Revelation 1:5-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

There Was A Man Sent From God

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 19, 2002

Just as God raised up John the Baptist to proclaim repentance and to call men to prepare the way of the Lord, even so today when He has a work to be done, He seeks for a willing servant.

THERE WAS A MAN SENT FROM GOD “There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. This man came for a witness of the Light, that all through him might believe. He was not that Light, but was sent to bear witness of that Light. That was the true Light which gives light to every man coming into the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Godly Partnership

Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 4, 2006

God has called all of His children into a partnership with Him and to live out our knowledge of Him.

Intro 1. John is writing this letter in his old age while in Ephesus, to all the children of God in Asia Minor and to us today. 2. The Gnostics had been influencing the people with their false teachings. a. Knowledge is superior to virtue b. The Scriptures can only be understood by a select ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

We All Have A Gift

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Oct 15, 2008

DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVEN GIFTS PAUL MENTIONS IN ROMANS 12.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS ROMANS 12:4-8 INTRO: WE ALL HAVE A GIFT 1: MANY MEMBERS A) LOT A DIFFERENT PEOPLE MAKE UP THE BODY OF CHRIST B) PAUL USES A HUMAN BODY AS AN EXAMPLE C) OUR BODY HAS MANY DIFFERENT PARTS D) THEY DON’T ALL DO THE SAME THING POINT: ARMS AND LEGS DON’T HAVE THE SAME FUNCTION. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-8

Denomination: Other

Principles Of Firstfruit 1 Series

Contributed by Reginald Perry on Mar 7, 2010

The descretion of the firstfruit offering

Principle of First Fruit Offering Prov. 3:9 II Cor. 9:7 (AMP) amp: In order to walk in any spiritual truth you need four things Revelation- understanding at the level of my comprehension Role Model- see the principle lived out in someone else Regimented Faith-systematic way of applying the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9

Denomination: *other

Promise Fulfilled Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 10, 2012

God keeps his promises both at the birth of Jesus, and in our lives today.

Luke 2:1-14 “Promise Fulfilled” INTRODUCTION The birth of a child is viewed in a variety of different ways by different people. Some people see it as a miracle. Others may understand birth to encapsulate life and the potential that all life holds. For many of those who gathered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

You’ve Hid Your Hope Long Enough

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Nov 13, 2011

There is a demonic influence in this region that is trying to kill the prolific (reproductive) elements that causes you to grow in number and in strength, because of this truth, there has been a decree issued to assassinate you.

You’ve hid your hope long enough Exodus 2: 1-3 There is a demonic influence in this region that is trying to kill the prolific (reproductive) elements that causes you to grow in number and in strength, because of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Live For Others

Contributed by Donato Cruz Solano on Jun 9, 2011

This will help to demonstrate godly living in today's society.

INTRODUCTION “Therefore, whatever you want people to do for you, do the same for them, for this is the Law and the Prophets." Matthew 7:12 I. DECIDE TO BE GOOD FOR OTHERS A. God called you to be holy, 1 Peter 1:16 B. God commanded you to love others, Matthew 22:39 C. God commissioned you to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Baptist

Just Do It

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jun 30, 2008

A fresh look at the communion service.

1. COMMUNION IS A COMMAND "this do...this do" The command to partake of the Lord’s Supper is as important as any of the 10 commandments. Communion is not an optional extra. Eating and drinking at the Lord’s Table is more important than eating and drinking your daily food. 2. COMMUNION IS A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34

Sinlessness, Self-Deception

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 12, 2008

A message to remind the listener that sin is still a real problem in today’s world.

SINLESSNESS, SELF-DECEPTION 1 John 1:8 INTRO: Sin is the transgression of the law. To constitute sin, there must be a law which we are acquainted with, and which we willfully violate. With sin, all men are chargeable. God has pronounced ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Duty Of Self Examination

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009

We need to check ourselves spiritually to maintain a close relationship with God.

THE DUTY OF SELF-EXAMINATION Text: 2 Corinthians 13:5 a – c · Didn’t check work in high school; made many simple mistakes; learned to check myself in college · A good employee always proofreads before giving to the boss · Checking and rechecking taxes · We need to check ourselves spiritually to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

40 Days

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 24, 2015

From the time Jesus rose from the dead, until he ascended to Heaven, there were 40 very important days.

40 Days Pastor Eric J. Hanson April 26th, 2015 After Jesus Rose from the dead, he spent the next 40 days preparing his 120 followers, and especially the 11 apostles, for the ministry he was giving to them. He restored some, who had denied him or fled, strengthened them all, equipped them, and made ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational