Sermons on Manifest Presence:

Every Thorn Has A Rose Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 25, 2012

This morning we are going to talk about boasting and weaknesses and thorns. The question we can ask is ‘How can the power of Christ be made available in my life?’ What is God’s avenue for making me usable in His kingdom?

This morning we are going to talk about boasting and weaknesses and thorns. The question we can ask is ‘How can the power of Christ be made available in my life?’ What is God’s avenue for making me usable in His kingdom? What would you talk about if someone asked you about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

The Cross Of Commitment... The Paradox Of Following Christ Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 25, 2012

Those who love their life in this world will lose it. Those who despise their life in this world will keep it for eternal life.

Title: The Cross of Commitment… the Paradox of Following Christ. Text: John 12:20-33 Thesis: Those who love their life in this world will lose it. Those who despise their life in this world will keep it for eternal life. Introduction It is always an interesting question: If you could ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go Tell It On The Mountain Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Apr 11, 2012

Not "go say it in your closet". 95% of professing Christians never share their faith, and of the 5% that do, 80% of them are new believers.

Not "go say it in your closet". 95% of professing Christians never share their faith, and of the 5% that do, 80% of them are new believers. As I tell this story from 1 Kings 18, I want you to wonder why I’m using it to begin a sermon on evangelism…. Imagine the scene, over 400 decked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Messiah Is Risen Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 11, 2012

Some people may not understand it, and some people may not want to hear it, but Jesus Christ is risen from the dead!

Messiah Is Risen! Text: Matt. 27:62-28:15 Introduction 1. Illustration: All but four of the major world religions are based on mere philosophical propositions. Of the four that are based on personalities rather than philosophies, only Christianity claims an empty tomb for its founder. In 1900 B.C. ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Possible

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Apr 13, 2012

When we place our faith and trust in God, all things are possible.

Text: Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible” (Matthew 19:26). When a rich young man approached Jesus and asked him, “Teacher, what good thing must I do to get eternal life,” Jesus told him to obey the commandments. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Christian Church

One More Shovel Of Dirt

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 18, 2012

Work by faith.

II Kings 3: 6And king Jehoram went out of Samaria the same time, and numbered all Israel. 7And he went and sent to Jehoshaphat the king of Judah, saying, The king of Moab hath rebelled against me: wilt thou go with me against Moab to battle? And he said, I will go up: I am as thou art, my people ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 3:6-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Father, Forgive Them, For They Know Not What They Do.

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Apr 7, 2011

Our Lord was at that moment enduring the first pains of crucifixion; --the executioners had just driven the nails through His hands and feet. He must have been, moreover, greatly depressed, and brought into a condition of extreme weakness by the agony

Luke 23:34 Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church “Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do.” Our Lord was at that moment enduring the first pains of crucifixion; --the executioners had just driven the nails through His hands and feet. He must have been, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Baptist

Revive Us Again! Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 11, 2011

The passage is a heartfelt prayer for revival. The Psalmist is remembering how, after Israel had given into sin time after time, God had always provided a plan to bring them back to Himself. And with this thought in mind, his heart cries out to God, “Wilt

REVIVALS OF THE BIBLE SERIES: PSALMS 85: (1-7) REVIVE US AGAIN! [Numbers 16] The passage that we have just read is a heartfelt prayer for revival. The Psalmist is thinking back upon the spiritual history of Israel. He is remembering how, after Israel had given into sin time after time, God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prayer

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 11, 2011

Today I would like to speak to you about an aspect in our Christian life that oftentimes is underestimated and neglected by a large number of believers. What am I talking about? I am talking about our prayer life.

Today I would like to speak to you about an aspect in our Christian life that oftentimes is underestimated and neglected by a large number of believers. What am I talking about? I am talking about our prayer life. As I have said in other occasions, a great reality about human beings is that we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is...joy Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 11, 2011

We develop joy in the body of Christ by looking beyond our circumstances and developing contentment in our lives.

Before I read our story from Home Town Tales, let’s take a moment to briefly review the three aspects of the fruit of the Sprit that we’re focusing on during this series: THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT 1) Is demonstrated by being not doing 2) Is developed as Christ followers cooperate with ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

For A Man Of Faith. (Funeral Message) Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 15, 2011

Psalm 23 lived out in a life well lived.

SE101908 STATE OF THE UNION 3. Recession Obsession Well it looks like we’re heading into some really tough economic times. You’ve already heard much about these high profile banks that have failed and a few others have merged just to survive. Perhaps you haven’t heard just how many other ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Entering Jerusalem

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Apr 16, 2011

Jesus entered Jerusalem that last week of His earthly life for all of us.

Text: “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the LORD!” (Luke 19:38) Praise is a wonderful thing. All of us like to receive praise because it uplifts us, making us feel worthy, important, respected and appreciated. It is also interesting to note that words of praise can come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

The Lord Has Become My Salvation

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 17, 2011

Messianic Psalm. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Background: author & setting unknown part of the Egyptian ‘hallel’ theme is found in verse 6 it is a very repetitious Psalm it was used in a procession Outline: collective praise (vs 1-4) personal salvation (vs ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: Brethren

Believe On The Lord Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 17, 2011

Sermon 1 in a series on Free Grace

Believe in Jesus the Lord Sermon 1 in the series, “Free Grace in Focus – A Biblical Answer to Lordship Salvation” Chuck Sligh / August 8, 2010 Illustrations and some key thoughts for this sermon came from Charles Ryrie’s book So Great Salvation and a sermon by Paul Decker titled, “What Did He ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 20, 2011

Nine reasons why we should be excited about going to heaven

THE REALITY OF HEAVEN A couple from Oklahoma decided to go to Florida for a long weekend to thaw out during one particularly icy winter. Because they both had jobs, they had difficulty coordinating their travel schedules. It was decided that the husband would fly to Florida on Thursday, and his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance