Sermons on Living Well:

How The Holy Spirit Can Help You Overcome The Fear Of Fruitfulness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit helps you overcome your fear of becoming too successful by reminding you that God gives the victory, the fruit and the growth of the church.

Illustration:After a preacher died and went to heaven, he noticed that a New York cabdriver had been given a higher place than he had. "I don’t understand," he complained to St. Peter. "I devoted my entire life to my congregation." "Our policy is to reward results," explained St. Peter. "Now ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Motivate People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

When it comes to getting people motivated reactionaries love to use fear, guilt and shame. However, fear, guilt and shame are only effective in motivating most people in the short run. Actually, the Bible says, "The fear of man brings a snare, but whoever

HOW TO MOTIVATE PEOPLE ACCORDING TO THEIR INDIVIDUAL PERSPECTIVES AND THEIR TRADITIONAL VALUES Paul wrote, "Weep with those who weep and rejoice with those who rejoice." (Rom. 12:15-18) When it comes to getting people motivated reactionaries love to use fear, guilt and shame. However, fear, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Is The Substance Of All

Contributed by Michael Cotie on Feb 4, 2001

Faith is the key for all to be overcomers.

Faith the Substance of All Hebrews 10:39 & 11:1 Intro: Faith is the key for all believers in Christ Jesus. Because of placing our faith in Christ we have Hope, Hope for all eternity and Hope is all we need. Core: In Hebrews 10:39 & 11:1 we see these words, "But we are not of them who draw ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Baptist

When Life Hits You In The Face Series

Contributed by Tim George on Feb 5, 2001

Since we all have troubles how do we face those troubles?

“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.” (James 1:2-4) A recent request for sick leave to the U.S.S. Saratoga read: ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 119

Contributed by Scott Hippler on Feb 12, 2001

What The Bible Is, What The Bible Does, What Our Response Should Be!

I. What the Bible Is! a. Water for cleansing (9) This whole section deals with victory over sin. young people in particular need to learn to heed and hide the Word that they might overcome temptation. As you read the Word and meditate on it, it cleanses your inner being, just as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-99

Denomination: Baptist

Thy Will Be Done Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 22, 2001

An examination of the third petition of the Lord’s Prayer, a prayer of submission to the Lord’s will.

A Study of the Lord’s Prayer Sermon # 4 “Thy Will Be Done” Matt 6:10b “In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. (10) Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Baptist

Judah's Last Revival

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 1, 2000

How to experience revival as illustrated by the life of Josiah

Judah’s Last Revival 2 Chr 34:1-3 1. It was Youth Lead. {Child = 2,037 times / Youth = 422 times} A. Josiah could have chosen to be a Rebellious Youth. · Both his grandfather, Manasseh, and his father, Amon, were wicked. · Manasseh began to reign at age 12, reigned 52 years, and was the most ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Mother's Request Series

Contributed by James Hayford Sr. on Nov 15, 2000

Jesus talks with the mother of two of His disciples about being a servant.

A MOTHER’S REQUEST” Fourth In The Series: “Conversations With Christ” Matthew 20:20-28 LET’S LOOK AT OUR TEXT: 20 Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons came to Jesus with her sons and, kneeling down, asked a favor of him. 21 "What is it you want?" he asked. She said, "Grant that one of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: *other

God's Faithfulness

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

God is Faithful.

God's Faithfulness Mark 11:1-11 And as they approached Jerusalem, at Bethphage and Bethany, near the Mount of Olives, He sent two of His disciples, [2] and said to them, "Go into the village opposite you, and immediately as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, on which no one yet has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

I Want That Mountain

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 5, 2000

Mountain top experiences

JOSHUA 14:6-13 "I WANT THAT MOUNTAIN" A) I don’t believe any of us enjoy the valleys that we go through in this life! * So we need to look for the mountain top experiences to help us survive the valleys, * Because what you get on the mountain will help you in the valley! B) However, just because I ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Family Faith Transfer: The Strong-Willed Child (Lesson 4)

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 3, 2003

Series: Family Faith Transfer

A. INTRODUCTION: JUDGES 13-16 1. Secular psychologist, (a) weak will; (b) strong will; (c) evil. 2. A person is generally ruled by intellect, emotions or will. Intellect Prophetic message preach/teach Emotions Priest/Psalmist relationships worship Will military leader discipline battle 3. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Appearance: Thomas- Why We Doubt (Lesson 3)

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 4, 2003

Series: Resurrection Appearance

INTRODUCTION: JOHN 20:24-29 What do we know about Thomas? Thomas was the 7th apostle called, and he had a twin brother, and served under Philip (Matt.10:3), managing the organization and administration of Jesus’ ministry. He was a detail man. Doubting Jesus. What will Thomas always be remembered ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Needs Gate Shakers Today

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003

Jesus said that the gates of hell would not prevail against his church but where are the Gate Shakers today?

"We need some gateshakers" Luke 4:44 – 5:11 Want to describe this situation to you if I may. Jesus has been preaching in the synagogue to the religious people of his day, this would be the modern day church, and afterwards the people pressed upon him. Now I don’t know what the message ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

#6 Long Waits And Sudden Answers! Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 9, 2003

Mary and Martha waited 4 DAYS, ---96 HOURS, --- 5,760 MINUTES, ---345,600 SECONDS --- but Jesus knew what he was doing.Good Waiting grows faith.

LONG WAITS AND SUDDEN ANSWERS! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr.  Kyfingers@aol.com This is part #6 on waiting. 1. Waiting and Patience -- the dirty words? ; 2. Habakkuk’s Waiting Room; 3. Danger of waiting and spiritual rust; 4. The five levels of waiting; 5. Waiting with Joy and gladness 6. Long ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:7, Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Character To Copy From.

Contributed by Zivanai Dimasi on Apr 2, 2002

Dear church I would like to take you to the cross at Calvary ,so that we can analyse the characters of people who were at the Calvary ,and to see if we can copy anything from them.

Dear church it is my pleasure to stand before you this morning, as we are remembering the day our Lord Jesus Christ was crucified for our transgression. Firstly I would like to pray, so that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-36

Denomination: Pentecostal