Sermons on Lower Parts Of The Earth:

The Deadly Sin Of Anger--Part One Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Mar 5, 2008

When wronged or hurt by someone we are often tempted to lash out in vicious anger seeking revenge.

The Deadly Sin of Anger --Matthew 5:21-26; Romans 12:14-21; Ephesians 4:31-5:2 Peter Johnson related this story in the April 14, 1988, issue of USA TODAY. “Have you ever noticed that sometimes we get angry and remain bitter with people and actually forget why we’re so upset? Take, for example, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Apostasy – Part 1 The Divine Purpose Series

Contributed by David Johnston on Apr 28, 2007

I want to present a Biblical answer to the perplexing problems we face as a Church, the body of Christ, who are endeavoring to do a work for God in this godless age.

2Tim. 4:2 Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine. 3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; 4 And they shall ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spirituality - Part Of The Life God Blesses Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on May 14, 2007

Spirituality is a term that is much used and equally misunderstood in our time. In the broadest sense, when we define spirituality, we think of that person who is intent on the qualities of soul, whose life is not centered on physical matters such as owni

Series - “Preparing to Prosper” “God loves to bless His children!” That is the declaration of the Bible, a promise that we can live by. In this series of messages, my aim has been to teach how we position ourselves to stand in the flow of God’s blessing, to live in a way that is prosperous, not ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Is The Holy Spirit Part I Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Sep 2, 2006

The first in a series concerning the Holy Spirit focusing on His indwelling, sealing power.

Who is the Holy Spirit? General Information The Holy Spirit is the third person of the trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. God’s word reveal each as equal, separate and yet one triune God. We cannot comprehend God because He is God and we are not. However, we must accept the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13

Denomination: Baptist

"Keep The Unity Of The Spirit” Part 3 Series

Contributed by George Yates on Sep 26, 2006

Unity in Spirit occurs as the whole body matures and disunity happens as we let the immature wreck havoc. Speaking the truth in love means words of exhortation. Unity comes as Christ is exalted. Unity means each member serving the team.

EPHESIANS 4:1-16 September 24, 2006 New Covenant EPC “KEEP THE UNITY OF THE SPIRIT” Part 3 Body Life - The Book of Ephesians I. The last 2 weeks we have been focusing on this “Keep the Unity of the Spirit” A. Two weeks ago 1. (vs 1-3) Live up to your calling - humble, gentle, bearing with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:14-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fly High - Acts Part 11 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 27, 2006

Acts 13:1-13 teaches us the importance of prayer, fasting and worship and it also shows us that we are to be godly leaders who are directed and filled with the Holy Spirit.

Fly High – Acts part 11 On the Lighter side of life: See funny pictures from Aha.com Opening Illustration: A NATIONAL PRAYER OF REPENTANCE Joe Wright is the pastor of Central Christian Church in Wichita, KS. On January 23, 1996, He was asked to be the guest chaplain for the Kansas State House in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fly High - Acts Part 13 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 27, 2006

The book of Acts teaches us that disagreements in the Body of Christ are normal and it matters for all eternity how you handle them.

“Fly High” – Acts part 13 On the Lighter Side of Life: Thesis: The book of Acts teaches us that disagreements in the Body of Christ are normal and it matters for all eternity how you handle them. Scripture Text: Acts 15:1-41: 1Some men came down from Judea to Antioch and were teaching the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nehemiah's Wild Ride Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Braland on Sep 27, 2006

Today’s message is about being like Jesus. It’s about putting feet under you faith and taking action. It’s about getting off the bench and into the game and when you leave today I hope you get it. I hope you understand how significant you are in the Ki

A mother was preparing pancakes for sons, Kevin who is 5, and Ryan who is 3. The boys began to argue over who would get the first pancake. Their mother saw the opportunity for a moral lesson so she said: “If Jesus were sitting here, He would say, "Let my brother have the first pancake. I can ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Do's And Don'ts – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Sep 30, 2006

What about ministry and money? Should a man make his living from the ministry? What did Jesus say about it? Today, we will discuss this at length.

I can just imagine the disciples sitting forward, anxiously waiting for Jesus to finish speaking. He’s just given them power and authority that they’ve only seen; that they’ve only been witness to - they’re anxious to get started. Jesus wants to make sure that they’re prepared before they go out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Time To Build Part 2 Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 8, 2006

More principles for building God’s house.

"IT IS TIME TO BUILD" LAST WEEK WE BEGAN OUR STUDY ON BUILDING THE HOUSE OF GOD... OUR TEXT IS THE BOOK OF EZRA -- A BOOK THAT IS ABOUT GOD’S PEOPLE RETURNING FROM A 75 YEAR EXILE IN BABYLON -- RETURNING TO JERUSALEM TO BUILD THE HOUSE OF GOD.... AND AS WE WILL SEE, THEY WERE SUCCESSFUL IN ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Solemn Charge To Fathers Part.#2

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Dec 8, 2006

Dad, I charge you be careful in the kind of example you are setting for your family

A Solemn Charge To Fathers- Part# 2 Text. I Timothy 5:7-8 II. Dad, I charge you, Be Careful in the Kind of Example You Set. 1. Genesis 13:12 “Abram dwelled in the land of Canaan and Lot dwelled in the cities of the plain, and pitched his tent toward Sodom.” a. Notice, that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Nothing Beats Love Part 6

Contributed by Don Jaques on Dec 14, 2006

Loving people means you never give up on them.

When I was a kid, a lot of things came very easily to me. I was naturally coordinated, and so sports were always fun and easy for me. School also came easily to me, and I enjoyed it. But because many things came easily to me I would often have problems when something didn’t “click” really ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Live And Let Live (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 9, 2007

Jesus offers community as a corrective to individualism.

LIVE AND LET LIVE (PART 1) Mark 3:1-6 Sermon #5 of “Ten Cultural Myths that Drive America” Special Note: A singer is used repeatedly throughout the sermon to sing the six verses of “The Servant Song” (Hymn #679 in the Nazarene Hymnal). At the conclusion the congregation read responsive reading ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

Live And Let Live (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 9, 2007

Jesus offers community as a corrective to individualism.

LIVE AND LET LIVE (PART 2) Mark 3:1-6 Sermon #5 of “Ten Cultural Myths that Drive America” This is the fifth sermon (and sixth week) in our sermon series, “Ten Cultural Myths that Drive America” from the first six chapters of Mark. Prior to Advent we looked at four from Chapters 1 & 2 of the book. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

Nothing Beats Love Part 1

Contributed by Don Jaques on Oct 12, 2006

Love is more important than any spiritual gift you may have or desire to have.

1Cor. 12:27-31 (NIV) Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of 28 And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, also those having gifts of healing, those able to help others, those with gifts of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational