Sermons on Loving God With All Our Heart:

The Disobedience Of Jonah.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 3, 2005

It seems today people will disobey with both hands before they would be obedient with one hand.

The disobedience of Jonah. Jonah 1:3 08/31/05 When we think of Bible heroes, we think of Jonah. But we find as disappointing as we may find, we do find that our heroes failed at times. Maybe not as noticeable as did Jonah, but they do fail. But his failures should not discourage us but teach us ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Making A Difference

Contributed by Robert Rust on Jul 11, 2001

The cost of discipleship.

Making a Difference Luke 10:1-12, 17-20 July 8, 2001 This morning we continue our journey with Luke’s account of Jesus and the disciples as they head to Jerusalem. Luke opens this chapter by saying, “After this, the Lord appointed seventy others.” The “after this” provides a bridge back to our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-12, Luke 10:16-20, Luke 10:17-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The Spirit Of St. Francis Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 24, 2016

Perhaps what we need to pray for and accept is the spirit of St. Francis. That way we can say “Lord, Lord” and do the will of the Father.

Thursday of First Week in Advent 2016 Joy of the Gospel We are at the beginning of a new year of grace, and we are hit in the face with some pretty strong Gospel language, even in the first reading. “Open the gates, that the righteous nation which keeps faith may enter in.” Righteous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Catholic

How Do We Compare To Jesus First Disciples? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 1, 2016

When I think about the first disciples of Jesus there is one thing that I find really encouraging - they were very ordinary people, average people, people like you and me, people with faults and failings, imperfect people.

How do we compare to Jesus first Disciples? When I think about the first disciples of Jesus there is one thing that I find really encouraging - they were very ordinary people with very ordinary jobs - fishermen & a tax collector. If Jesus public ministry had begun here in Rayleigh and Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Amazing Race

Contributed by John Phillips Jr on Jun 27, 2005

Running the race of life as a Christian.

Introduction: Have you seen that reality T.V. show called “The Amazing Race”? It takes different teams of people and has them running from one exotic location to another trying to be the first to arrive at the final destination. It’s kind of a crazy show as most reality TV shows are, but it’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

False Security

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

The error of placing your trust in material things.

False Security Luke 12:13-21 January 16, 2005 Luke 12:13-21 (NLT) Then someone called from the crowd, "Teacher, please tell my brother to divide our father’s estate with me." [14] Jesus replied, "Friend, who made me a judge over you to decide such things as that?" [15] Then he said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Comprehending Basic Freedom Series

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 18, 2012

We have freedom of speech, freedom of the press, real freedom is found in Jesus Christ.

COMPREHENDING BASIC FREEDOM “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed,” John 8:36 When a person is freed from sin by the blood of Jesus Christ he/she is free indeed and is no longer a servant of sin. “Know you not, that to whom you yield yourselves ...read more

Scripture: John 8:38

Denomination: *other

Foolishness Of Occultism

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 28, 2011

I. EXORDIUM: Please raise your hand if you are a part of astrology, fortune telling and spiritist/enchantment. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Sitio Visaya and/or Villa Luisa Homes 1 III. OBJECTIVES: To display foolishness of occult. IV. TEXT:

I. EXORDIUM: Please raise your hand if you are a part of astrology, fortune telling and spiritist/enchantment. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Sitio Visaya and/or Villa Luisa Homes 1 III. OBJECTIVES: To display foolishness of occult. IV. TEXT: Daniel 2:10-11 Dan 2:10 The Chaldeans answered before ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Timothy

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 29, 2015

Whom are you emulating today? Timothy imitated his mentor Apostle Paul and had phenomenal spiritual growth!

Timothy's proven worth! Philippians 2:21”For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. 22 But you know Timothy's proven worth…” Riveted by the words ‘Timothy’s proven worth’ I write this devotion! I’m all set to preach the same at our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thank You Jesus For Saving My Soul!

Contributed by Jack Warford on Apr 3, 2001

Let’s try and feel, hear, and see what Jesus of Nazareth did for us in His last hours.

Mark 14:53-65 Mark 15:33-41 We will never know how it was for Jesus to suffer the separation from the Father and Holy Spirit. But because of His sacrifice we will be Joint Heirs with Him in Heaven. We who are His disciples can now enter into the Holy of Holies any time we want. We can carry our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing In Christ: Seven Marks Of A Worthy Walk

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Apr 1, 2025

Paul’s prayer for the Colossians is for spiritual maturity

Growing in Christ: Seven Marks of a Worthy Walk Based on Colossians 1:9–20 (KJV) Introduction Paul’s prayer for the Colossians is for spiritual maturity—that believers would walk in a way that reflects the worth and glory of Christ (Colossians 1:10). This outline walks through seven marks of that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-20

Hope When Your Life Or Your Body Is A Mess

Contributed by Don Schultz on Oct 31, 2014

What gives you hope when you have problems?

Good morning everyone. Have you ever wished that you were better at something? Maybe you see someone else with athletic ability - the way that person moves athletically, you wish you could do that. Or maybe it's the way someone can sing or play in instrument - why can't you do that? Or maybe it's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Inerrancy Matters

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: A thinking Christian can believe in an inerrant Bible.

Thesis: A thinking Christian can believe in an inerrant Bible. Intro.: 1. Illust. There's an old story about four blind men who were introduced to an elephant for the first time. None of them knew what an elephant looked like. "Ah!" the first one cried out as he grabbed the elephant by the trunk. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

One Last Thing Before I Go Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 27, 2008

Jesus left us the Holy Spirit to empower us to accomplish the great commission.

One Last Thing Before I Go Text: Acts 1:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: While I was in Bible College, I had a professor who was famous for saying at the end of class, "One last thing before we go." The problem was, his one last thing usually lasted another 15-20 minutes, which made you late ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Women In The Church 1

Contributed by Neil Briggs on Dec 3, 2004

The role of women in the church

1Timothy 2:9-15 The passage that we have before us this morning is primarily looking at the role of women within a church situation, I recognise that for many of you here this morning and for many women in many churches, this is a make or break passage, it was interesting a few weeks ago, when we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational