Sermons on Man Of Faith:

Disobedience Series

Contributed by J. Brad Campbell on Jun 15, 2007

This is the first sermon in a series dealing with things that hinder our prayer life. This also makes a great Study for the Adult Sunday School class.

HINDRANCES TO PRAYER ------------------------------------------------------------ LESSON #1: DISOBEDIENCE TEXT: ISA. 59:1-2 Isa 59:1-2 1 Behold, the LORD’s hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear: 2 But your iniquities have separated between you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keeping The Gospel Pure

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Jun 20, 2007

The Apostle John’s warnings about false teachers and how we should treat them. Also his encouragement to stick to the basics as they were originally taught.

The tiny Epistles of John contain great wisdom for those who have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Today we will be looking at John’s teachings from Second John as he warns us about those who would try to water down Christianity or in other subtly ways lead Christians astray. 2John 1:7 ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

These Things #3 Series

Contributed by David Singleton on Jun 21, 2007

A study of Paul’s comments on "these things" in the book of 1 Timothy.

THESE THINGS 1ST TIMOTHY SERMON #3 1ST TIMOTHY 4:7-11 INTRODUCTION: AS I READ THE LETTERS THAT PAUL WROTE TO TIMOTHY, I THINK ABOUT THE RELATIONSHIP THAT THESE TWO MEN HAD. PAUL, THE OLDER PASTOR, EXPERIENCED IN CHURCH STARTS, EXPERIENCED IN DEALING WITH PROBLEMS IN THE CHURCH, IS INSTRUCTING ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Spontaneous Combustion Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 25, 2007

An example can be a powerfully driving force, even an ancient example like that of the Thessalonians.

Spontaneous Combustion (I Thessalonians 1:7-10) 1. Many people believe in the theory of Spontaneous Human Combustion. Others say it is merely an urban legend. 2. According to an article from Wikipedia, those who believe that Spontaneous Human Combustion is true describe some of their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:7-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sticking Together

Contributed by Jarrod Bottley on Nov 9, 2007

This sermon is about family and friends sticking together. So many times everyone wants to do their own thing, but where there’s unity there’s strength.

History. In Rome, Paul was in official custody. Although his movements were restricted, he continued to guide the early church and preach the gospel. Paul identifies himself as the author of Ephesians at the beginning and in the middle of this letter (1:1, 3:1). Internal evidence supports Paul’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Go Mote Hunting

Contributed by Brian Phillips on Nov 13, 2007

Sermon gives warning about fault finding and criticism.

"Let’s Go Mote Hunting" (Matthew 7:1-5) INTRODUCTION: Hunting is a popular sport in Ohio. I have enjoyed many days in the woods with my father while hunting squirrel, rabbits and deer. I’ve learned that although you have the right equipment, the proper technique, great weather and territory, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Nov 20, 2007

What motivates you to be truly thankful to God? Even our normal thanks to God becomes academic and anemic at times. We need to keep our praise to Him fresh and alive so our passion for Him remains fresh and alive. Psalm 100 gives us that boost to help

Thanksgiving Griffith Baptist Church – 11/18/07 A.M. Service Text: Psalm 100 Key Verse: Psalm 100:4 Purpose: To communicate the true motivation for thankfulness to God. The Introduction Two men were walking through a field one day when they spotted an enraged bull. Instantly they darted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Hearts To Share, And A Desire To Bear

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 20, 2007

The secret to be fully blessed is this, Give to others what Jesus has given you.

Hearts to Share, and a Desire to Bear Luke 6:38 Jesus was surrounded by crowds who were eager to touch Him. The people who followed Jesus were, for the most part, poor people who lived from hand to mouth, a day at a time. He was celebrated, and His touch brought healing. But when Jesus began ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:8-38

Denomination: Church Of God

Abide In Me

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 28, 2007

Jesus calls us to abide in him to avoid spiritual vagrancy, against intermittent consecration, against a spasmodic religious life.

Abide In Me John 15:4-7 After the Crusades, Western Europe received a number of supposed holy relics, including a tooth of Goliath, Wood from Christ Cross, and a bottle that held the breath of Christ. Of course, no one today takes such relics seriously. If we did have the breath of Christ ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Fathers That Can Lead Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Part 4 in the Family series. Righteousness, obedience and trust in God are 3 critical components of fathers who lead their families down the right path.

FAMILY Part 4-Fathers that can lead Genesis 6,7,19 Sunday, June 17, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee THE FATHER’S DAY TOP TEN LIST OF THINGS YOU’VE BEEN ITCHIN’TO SAY FOR YEARS NOW... We often hear "the rules" from the feminine side. Ok - well now hear the guys’ side - it’s only fair - - realizing of ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Say What?

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Dec 8, 2007

Isaiah tells us that the Messiah’s coming is going to bring about great change. But some of it hasn’t happened yet. What are we to make of a prophecy that hasn’t come true?

-When I was at seminary in St. Louis, we had to do several practicums in different areas of ministry. They were first come – first served but I was very blessed in the areas I had the opportunity to learn and grow. I did a cross-cultural module with Apple of His Eye Mission Society. I found out ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Dreamer

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jan 24, 2008

We have to be selective because it may not be safe for us to share our dreams with everyone

The Dreamer Genesis 37: 18-20 18 And when they saw him afar off, even before he came near unto them, they conspired against him to slay him. 19 And they said one to another, Behold, this dreamer cometh. 20 Come now therefore, and let us slay him, and cast him into some pit, and we will say, Some ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Like Mephibosheth, You Are Valued!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 1, 2008

David was so moved by his friendship with Jonathan that he just wanted to pay respect to someone in Jonathan’s family. David wanted that “feel” or “association” with his best friend Jonathan! David refused to let his memories and the covenant that he and

You are Valued Like Mephibosheth! Text: 2 Samuel 9:1-8,11b 1.Now David said, “Is there still anyone who is left of the house of Saul, that I may show him kindness for Jonathan’s sake?”2 And there was a servant of the house of Saul whose name was Ziba. So when they had called him to David, the king ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Revelation, Part 31 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 10, 2008

Study of the Book of Revelation

Revelation, Part 31 Revelation 16:12-21 Introduction Last week, we discussed the first five bowl judgments Remember that God was now carrying out his judgment not to bring repentance, but to show the Earth his wrath during this time and to punish those who turned away from him (breaking the 1st ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:12-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Josiah And The Passover

Contributed by Richard White on Feb 22, 2008

Josiah was a great king, in bringing the land back to God he reinstitutes key elements in keeping the land in revival.

Josiah and the Passover. 2 Chronicles 35 A little history about Josiah. Josiah, the last good king of Judah, was one of the most righteous king who ever lived. In fact, he is arguably the cleanest and most helpful king in Judah’s history. God spared him from seeing the exile that would occur to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 35:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ