Sermons on Locks:

The Parable Of The Minas

Contributed by William Lock on Mar 4, 2009

Wealth, power and control: a new look at the parable of the minas.

Luke 19:11-27 The Parable of the Ten Minas Fig trees Fig Trees and the Temple Luke 19:11-27 The Parable of the Ten Minas Cultural/Historical background--then Herod Archelaus/ Rome Jerusalem & the temple system wealth, power, control Cultural/Historical background--now education, food, water, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is Your Power?

Contributed by William Lock on Oct 8, 2009

Do we truly trust God with our power or ourselves and other things? Concluding look at Philippians especially concentrating on Philippians 4:13

Where and what is your power? Are you (living) empowered? By what means (en toi) Intro: 13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me. (NRSV) 13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. (KJV) 13 I can do everything through him who gives me strength. (NIV) Whatever I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Peace Of God

Contributed by William Lock on Oct 8, 2009

Striving for peace is not easy and takes a lot of work on our part? But God promises his peace to those who strive to serve him.

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 Think of those brief moments that represent Peace for you…experiences in nature, with family, friends, at work...times of complete freedom…quiet, pure, alivewhat is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Calling.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 19, 2024

Remember this, “What the caterpillar calls the end, God calls a butterfly." Ephesians 4:1MSG In light of all this, here’s what I want you to do. While I’m locked up here, a prisoner for the Master, I want you to get out there and walk—better yet, run!—on the road God called you to travel.

The Calling. Ephesians 4:1-16NIV Ephesians 1-3, Are all about sovereignty and grace. These 3 chapters are the foundations of our faith. Ephesians 1-3, teach that we are blessed with every spiritual ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

One Door And Only One Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 15, 2020

What does it mean for Jesus to be "the door?" And why should that matter to us?

There’s a cute little children’s song about Jesus that goes this way: “One Door, and only one, and yet its sides are two, inside and outside, on which side are you? One Door, and only one, and yet its sides are two, I want the inside - on which side are you? “One Lord, and only one and yet the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Abiding In Christ

Contributed by Jerry D. Locke on Feb 2, 2012

What it means to live in connection with Christ.

John 15:1-16 Let me introduce you to Billy Bob Brewer. Its been a long time coming, B.B…. Finally realizes he is a sinner….and it bothers him. He starts trying to find spiritual peace—so be shows up a church. First, it’s a preaching service, then a Bible class, even ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Vivir Para Agradar Al Señor

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Jan 22, 2025

El Salmo 19 es un salmo de David. La oración de David es un deseo de vida de agradar al Señor.

Que las palabras de mi boca y la meditación de mi corazón sean gratas delante de ti, oh Jehová, Roca mía y Redentor mío. ~ Salmo 19:14 El Salmo 19 es un salmo de David. La oración de David es un deseo de vida de agradar al Señor; específicamente en este ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:14

Denomination: Foursquare

La Maravillosa Paz De Dios

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Jan 22, 2025

A lo largo de las Escrituras descubrimos la maravillosa paz de Dios.

LA DEFINICIÓN BÍBLICA DE “PAZ” 1. ‘Shalom’ – Integridad, plenitud, salud, bienestar, seguridad, solidez, tranquilidad, prosperidad, plenitud, descanso, armonía; ausencia de agitación o discordia. Saludo común en Israel: ¡Shalom! 2. ‘Eirene’ – Un estado de descanso, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, Colossians 3:15, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Foursquare

Aprendiendo De Los Errores De Los Demás

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Jan 22, 2025

La historia de las decisiones y acciones de Adán y Eva en el jardín del Edén brindan información que ayuda a aprender de los errores de los demás.

EL PRIMER (DE VERDAD) GRAN ERROR 1. Conocemos la historia: el Jardín del Edén, la serpiente y el hombre. (Génesis 3) 2. Dios le dio al hombre directivas y advertencias claras: Génesis 2:16-17 3. Desobedecieron: El resultado final de la desobediencia de Adán y Eva no fue ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Foursquare

Prioridad De La Llenura Del Espíritu Santo #3 Series

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Sep 5, 2024

La prioridad de la plenitud del Espíritu Santo en la vida del creyente y seguidor de Jesucristo.

Prioridad de la plenitud del Espíritu Santo EL ESPÍRITU SANTO Y EL PODER 1. La ascensión de Jesús - Sus palabras finales - Preparación y provisión de poder - Hechos 1:1-11 • Esperen la promesa del Padre... Pronto serán bautizados con el Espíritu Santo... ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Foursquare

Comprometerse A Escuchar La Voz De Dios

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Sep 5, 2024

Comprometerse A Escuchar La Voz De Dios

Comprometerse a escuchar la voz de Dios I. ¿Cómo habla Dios a las personas…? 1. Históricamente, Dios habló directamente a muchos en el Antiguo Testamento, comenzando con Adán. 1. Las Escrituras muestran que Dios habló a otros, incluidos Noé, Abraham, Jacob, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-2, Mark 4:23-25, Psalm 46:10

Denomination: Foursquare

Una Obra De Dios (Quien Seré Yo)

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Sep 5, 2024

Oh Señor, tú eres nuestro Padre; nosotros el barro, y tú nuestro Alfarero; y obra de tus manos somos todos nosotros. ~ Isaías 64:8. Un estudio sobre cómo Dios está obrando en nuestras vidas.

Una Obra de Dios (Quien Seré Yo) 1. Somos la “Obra de Dios” – Creados por Dios, Individualmente únicos, o Tus manos me hicieron y me formaron. (Job 10:8) o Porque tú formaste mis entrañas; me tejiste en el vientre de mi madre. Te alabo, porque formidables y maravillosas son ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:8

Denomination: Foursquare

El Corazón Del Padre

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Sep 5, 2024

Podemos aprender mucho de la parábola del “hijo pródigo”. Aprendemos del “hijo pródigo”, del hermano mayor, y sobre el corazón de Dios Padre.

“El corazón del Padre” Lucas 15:11-32 Podemos aprender mucho de la parábola del “hijo pródigo”. Aprendemos del “pródigo”, el hermano mayor, y acerca del corazón de Dios Padre. 1. Cosas que sabemos acerca del corazón de Dios Padre • “Yo buscaré la perdida, y ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Foursquare

The Love Of Truth

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Sep 11, 2024

The ways of the wise - the love of truth: Contrasting dimensions of truth and lies

I. The Person & Source of Truth - (what is true in any matter under consideration) A. God 1. The Father: …the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father. ~John 15:26 2. The Son: Jesus said to Peter, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:17, Proverbs 12:19, Proverbs 12:22

Denomination: Foursquare

Holy Spirit Inspired Spontaneity

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Sep 11, 2024

Holy Spirit-Inspired Spontaneity (Hearing & Responding to God) - Learning from Philip

Philip (aka Philip the evangelist) 1. Like Stephen, he was one of the seven chosen to ‘serve tables’ of the widows (Acts 6:5). 2. In Samaria, Philip ‘preached Christ,’ there was great response and miraculous confirmation of the word. (Acts 8:5-8). 3. Philip’s life and ministry in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Foursquare