Sermons on Made Up Mind:

Victory In Jesus Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 25, 2001

THANKS BE TO GOD WHO ALWAYS LEADS US IN HIS TRIUMPH IN CHRIST

BIG IDEA: THANKS BE TO GOD WHO ALWAYS LEADS US IN HIS TRIUMPH IN CHRIST INTRODUCTION: 2 Cor. 2:14 (Really, what we have are pieces of 2 psalms tied together to meet a different purpose and different historical circumstances) I. (:1-5) THE PATH OF TRIUMPH BEGINS WITH A HEART FOCUSED ON WORSHIPING ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 108:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Proper Response To God's Word Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001

OBEDIENCE TO GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO BLESSING

BIG IDEA: OBEDIENCE TO GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO BLESSING INTRODUCTION: Each of these 8-verse stanzas is focused around a different letter of the Hebrew alphabet = an acrostic format. This is the ALEPH stanza with each verse beginning with the first letter of the Hebrew alphabet. This stanza is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Blessed Are The People Whose God Is The Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001

THE CAPTAIN OF OUR SALVATION FIGHTS THE BATTLES THAT SECURE OUR DELIVERANCE AND PROSPERITY

BIG IDEA: THE CAPTAIN OF OUR SALVATION FIGHTS THE BATTLES THAT SECURE OUR DELIVERANCE AND PROSPERITY (:1A) INTRODUCTION: “Blessed be the Lord, my rock” I. (:1B-4) THE CAPTAIN OF OUR SALVATION TAKES A PERSONAL INTEREST IN SECURING VICTORY FOR US A. Equips Me to Fight “Who trains my hands for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 144:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is There Really A Devil?

Contributed by Norman Mc Leod on Jul 7, 2001

A bible study to be use for spiritual warfare.

IS THERE REALLY A DEVIL? Introduction: During one of my hospital visits the subject of - is there really a devil came up. My answer to one of the visitors was, he not only exists but God gave us various weapons for spiritual warfare. This was also my opportunity to invite the woman to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do Not Misuse God's Name Series

Contributed by Errol Joseph on Jul 16, 2001

An Exposition of the Third Commandment with Emphasis on its Current Application

BODY I. The Third Commandment is based on God’s holiness A. (Lev. 11:44-45; I Sam. 2:2; I Peter 1:15, 16) B. Because God is holy, even his name is to be respected. 1. A name is more than a word; it is always associated with a person. A name in the Bible is an expression of a person’s ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:11, Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Shall Not Steal Series

Contributed by Errol Joseph on Jul 16, 2001

An Exposition of the Eight Commandment with Emphasis on its Current Application

INTRODUCTION q This commandment continues to highlight our relationship and duties to our fellow human beings. The fifth protects proper authority, the sixth protects our neighbour’s life, the seventh protects the sanctity of the marriage, while the eight protects our neighbour’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15, Deuteronomy 5:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Salvation Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 16

GOD’S SALVATION Matthew 16 v. 21 - ch 17 v. 8 Here we have :- 1. The plan of God’s salvation v. 21 Note:- (a) The compulsion of Calvary - "He must go unto Jerusalem." - why ? Because of :- (1) Man’s sin - Matthew 20 v. 28 "he must give His life a ransom for many" (2) the Law’s demands - Hebrews ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Why Is God So Willing To Answer Our Prayers?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 10, 2004

This message focuses on the 4 passages that specifically point us to God’s motives and reasons for answering our prayers.

Jesus On Prayer: 1. Most passages deal with the conditions of answered prayer: a. You’ve got to have faith. - Matthew 17:20; Matthew 21:21-22; Mark 9:23; Mark 11:22-24; John 14:12. b. You’ve got to be obedient. - John 14:15; John 15:7, 16. - also, James 5:16; 1 John 3:22. c. You’ve got to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

There's No Place Like Home

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Jan 7, 2005

BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING.

INTRODUCTION: EVERY NOW AND THEN, FOR REASONS KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, ALL OF US HAVE A NEED TO BE INDEPENDENT. JUST BECAUSE WE DO NOT SEE EYE TO EYE ON SOME THINGS, OR WE DON’T ALWAYS AGREE WITH THIS OR THAT; WE VENTURE OUT, LOOKING FOR GREENER PASTURES, ONLY TO DISCOVER THAT THE GRASS IS NOT AS GREEN ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

What If Tomorrow Doesn't Come

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Jul 19, 2004

If you knew you were going to die, could you plead your case before God just as Hezekiah did?

WHAT IF TOMORROW DOESN’T COME? Text: 2 Kings 20:1-5 King Hezekiah has just received some disturbing news. He was sick, and is told by the man of God he was going to die. These are words that none of us want to hear. Hezekiah had been boasting about how powerful he was, and then Israel was attacked ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

What The Christian Life Is To Be Like.

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Nov 6, 2002

Each of the seven miracles recorded in John represent a characteristic of the Christian life.

Introduction. In John 20:30-31 we discover why John picked seven particular miraculous signs out of the countless number Jesus performed. These were picked that" you may believe Jesus is the Christ, the Son Of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name". The purpose of this sermon is ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Obedience As A Lifestyle

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002

Obey God to the point of risk.

Obey God to the point of risk. GE 6:5-13 The LORD was grieved - his heart was filled with pain. 8 But Noah found favor in the eyes of the LORD. 9 he walked with God. God Warns those who listen to Him Is it moral for God to destroy? Redemption is His first choice, but what happens ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Know God

Contributed by Greg Smart on Nov 11, 2002

Many different ideas about God. From the atheist who believes there is no God. To the religious pharisee who would believe you’d go to hell if you don’t live a perfect life.

HOW TO KNOW GOD The fool has said in his heart there is no God. Ps 14:1. Many people today have their own ideas about God. Atheist, no God. Many people think of God as granddaddy, sit up on my lap and everthing will be alright. Religious, everything from God don’t care what we do just as long as ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is My Shepard

Contributed by Jean Morris on Nov 12, 2002

Encouragement to lean on the Lord as Shepard and keeper; sustainer of our souls, and supplier of all of our needs.

TR COGIC 9/12/99 ENCOURAGEMENT, THE LORD IS MY SHEPPARD Ps 23:1-6 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Yea, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 27:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wish No Evil Upon Your Enemy

Contributed by Lorenzo Nicholson Sr. on Nov 12, 2002

Love your enemies.

Life-Line For Jesus Community Church Created 09/07/02 Lorenzo Nicholson Sr. Wish No Evil Upon Your Enemy Luke 6:35 But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:35-36

Denomination: Baptist