Sermons on Making Life Count:

David Vs Goliath (Who Are You?) Series

Contributed by Scott Berry on Jul 21, 2011

We often align ourselves with the 'good' character, but stop and consider afresh which character you are like in this story. Are you self-sufficient? Fearful? Jealous? Grow to be more like David!

David vs Goliath This is so much more than the story of an underdog vs a giant. Which character are you like? (eg facebook quiz) Are you a Goliath? (vs 4 – 10, 42 - 44) Trusting in natural talent, physical security, past success Show contempt for others that you do not understand, realize ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-54

Denomination: Baptist

I Chronicles 28:20 – King David's Encouragement

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2011

We can better learn from King David as he encourages his son, godly father and son relationship is in display.

I Chronicles 28:20 – King David's Encouragement 1Chronicles 28:20 David continued with these words for his son Solomon: "Be strong and courageous, and get to work. Never be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you nor will he abandon you right up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Child Is Born

Contributed by Ted Brassard on Jul 24, 2009

The Wonder of the Christmas Message

Intro: “unto us a child is born..” •The omnipotent God becomes a needy child. •The inclusive language of “unto us” as opposed to exclusive “them” •Life changes precipitated by the a “child” being “born” Change in responsibility "So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trust In The Lord

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Apr 28, 2008

The perfect antidote for fear is found in Proverbs 3:5 - "Trust in the LORD with all thine heart".

TEXT Trust in the LORD with all thine heart. 1. FAITH "Trust". The word "trust" occurs 188 times in scripture. 2. FOCUS "Trust in the LORD". This phrase occurs 19 times in scripture. We are to place our trust in the LORD: Jehovah-Jireh - The LORD will provide Jehovah-Tsidkenu - The LORD our ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5

A Matter Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 9, 2011

Forgiving others will set you free.

A Matter of Forgiveness January 24, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Forgiving others will set you free. Focus Passage: Matthew 18:21-35 Introduction: After the Civil War, Robert E. Lee visited a Kentucky lady who took him to the remains of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Loyalty To God

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 16, 2010

How faithful are we when it comes to service to our maker .

LOYALTY TO GOD Eph.5:1Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; We are to loyal to our master as he was to his father. Most people follow self not God like we should. 1.Testimony of Elijah. 1st Kings 19:10 And he said, I have been very ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Nature And Mindset Of Gentiles

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

All of us are former Gentiles in the flesh. As such there are some things that the scripture has to say about our previous nature. Knowledge of these things can keep the Christian from slipping into the old Gentile mindset and habits. The same knowledge

Intro: The term “Gentiles” (Heb. “goyim”) appears at least 129 times in the KJB. It means all nations except the Jews. In the course of time, as the Jews began more and more to pride themselves on their spiritual privileges, the word “Gentile” was used as a term ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:31-32

Denomination: *other

Fruit Of Repentance

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jun 22, 2016

there are no good fruit without true repentance

FRUIT OF REPENTANCE MAIN TEXT: LUKE 3:8 “Bring forth therefore fruits worthy of repentance and begin not to say within yourselves, we have Abraham to our father: for I say unto you, that God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham”. GALATIANS 5:8 For he that soweth to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon Outline - Spreading The Good News Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 2, 2016

We’ve been entrusted with the responsibility of spreading the gospel.

Spreading the Good News (Acts 14:21-23) Saul of Tarsus underwent a radical transformation—the zealous persecutor of Christians became a passionate follower of Christ. Later known as Paul, he dedicated his time, energy, and talent to spreading the gospel message. What motivated him to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ending Well In 2015

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Dec 29, 2015

We must purge ourselves of us and have Christ abide in us

Ending Well in 2015 December 27, 2015 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must purge ourselves of us and have Christ abide in us. Focus Passage: John 15:1-11 Introduction: For some, 2015 has been an excellent year! For others, it has been the worst ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Oppression-Depression

Contributed by John Mccormack on Mar 6, 2015

BELIEVERS ARE NOT IMMUNE TO OPPRESSION-DEPRESSION.

OPPRESSION-DEPRESSION OBSERVATION: THE BOOK OF PSALMS IS A COLLECTION OF 150 POEMS WRITTEN BY VARIOUS AUTHORS THROUGHOUT ISRAEL’S HISTORY. DAVID PENNED HALF OF THE PSALMS, OTHER WRITERS THE REMAINDER. YOU FIND MANY EXPRESSIONS OF EMOTION IN THE PSALM. WHATEVER THE EMOTIONAL CONDITION ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:2

Denomination: Baptist

Coffin, Choir, Christ

Contributed by J Richison on Aug 10, 2017

When our focus is on Christ as it should be we can worship in any circumstance

The Coffin, The Choir, and The Christ Isaiah 6: 1-9 The prosperity of King Uzziah's reign seems to have weakened the national character. Deep seated degeneracy was eating out the vitals of the nation. The unbroken summer of fifty years with its prosperity and wealth had induced a moral decay ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Nevertheless

Contributed by Wes Gunther on Mar 13, 2019

Christ prayed in the garden for the cup to pass - NEVERTHELSS - He prayed for God's will and not His own.

Nevertheless Christ in the Garden Luke 22:39-47 (text verse 42) 1. Peter when fishing – Luke 5:4-6 2. Biblical Examples When it will cost me everything – Daniel When no one will listen – Noah When my own family turns on me – Jeremiah When I don’t want to do it – Jonah When I was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:42, Luke 5:5-11

Lesson #9. Things To Be Afraid Of And Things Not To Be Afraid Of Series

Contributed by Wayne Essex on Mar 27, 2019

(What did the smartest man who ever lived have to say about it)

Living Wise In A Stupid World Lesson #9 THINGS TO BE AFRAID OF AND THINGS NOT TO BE ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Continue In The Grace Of God

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jul 19, 2018

It is only grace that can keep you and move you forward

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: CONTINUE IN THE GRACE OF GOD Acts 13:43 King James Version (KJV) 43 Now when the congregation was broken up, many of the Jews and religious proselytes followed Paul and Barnabas: who, speaking to them, persuaded them to continue in the grace of ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic