Sermons on Marlin Howe:

Empty Jars

Contributed by Yew Song on Dec 12, 2002

Many stop receiving God’s blessings because we stop bringing empty jars, and allow Him to change our little into much. Keep asking, seeking & knocking.

‘Empty Jars’ Text: 2 Kings 4:1-7 The story – picture the story in your mind. The prophet is sick and had to borrow to pay bills. Then he died, leaving his family in debt, with only a little oil left. In comes the prophet Elisha and a miracle happens but: Question: Why did the oil stopped? Before ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

3 Keys To Sharing God's Light Series

Contributed by Paul Fredericks on Dec 15, 2002

This message uses Saul’s activities in Damascus as a model of how to share the gospel message.

3 Effective Keys to Shine the Light (Witness) Acts 9:19-25 fellowship community 15 Dec 2002 Introduction: I want to remind us again our theme. Our theme for this Christmas comes from the gospel of John, where the Message Translation states¡K John 1:4 What came into existence was Life, and the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Of Christmas

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 19, 2002

Seven reasons that the gospel is good news.

The Gospel of Christmas Luke 2:1-14 Introduction What a privilege it was for the angel to announce the birth of the Savior. This unnamed angel was soon followed by a heavenly chorus of angels praising and glorifying God. That first Christmas morning the shepherds heard the “good news” of the birth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14, Luke 1:10

Denomination: Baptist

Ask For The Best!

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 20, 2002

As Achsah knew that Caleb, her father, was able to grant her springs of water in the Negev, even so we know that our heavenly Father will grant us that which we need to serve Him to the fullest.

ASK FOR THE BEST "Then from there he went against the inhabitants of Debir (now the name of Debir formerly was Kiriath-sepher). And Caleb said, "The one who attacks Kiriath-sepher and captures it, I will even give him my daughter Achsah for a wife." "And Othniel the son of Kenaz, Caleb’s ...read more

Scripture: Judges 1:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Caring Church By Sharing Christ Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

Everyone who has decided to know and serve Christ has been selected and called to be a watchman to this world.

Introduction: Ancient cities were different from our cities in this day and age. Most cities were small in comparison and did not have all the protection that we have today. To protect those living in the city, walls were built around the city to fortify it. Watchmen or sentries were then posted ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Tale Of Two Tables

Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 10, 2002

Who is God asking you to help come to Him?

Some of the most humorous and enlightening moments in our lives center around eating and drinking. Take for instance the interaction between a pastor and young boy in a certain congregation. It seems this particular congregation loved good fellowship and always served coffee after the sermon. One ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:19-20, Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Compelled To Reveal The Mystery Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 11, 2002

First of a series on Ephesians 3

Compelled... to Reveal the Mystery The mysterious formula for Coca-Cola In 1925, the only written copy of its formula Coca-Cola admits to having was retrieved from a New York bank (where it had been held as collateral on a sugar loan) and reverently laid in safe deposit box in Woodruff’s Atlanta ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Calling

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 12, 2002

God’s Calling - Acts 16

Acts 16 – Paul is Called to Europe and to the Gentile World Illustrations:FEELINGS When George B. McClellan was commissioned Major General of the Army, he wrote his wife, "I don’t feel any different than I did yesterday. Indeed, I have not yet put on my new uniform. I am sure that I am in command ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Present The Gospel To Materialists And Philosophers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 12, 2002

How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34

How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34 Illustration:A recent survey of Discipleship Journal readers ranked areas of greatest spiritual challenge to them: 1. Materialism. 2. Pride. 3. Self-centeredness. 4. Laziness. 5. (Tie) Anger/Bitterness. 5. (Tie) Sexual ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Men Preparing For Easter

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 12, 2002

Preparation goes a long way when it comes to worship; are you prepared?

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGEBAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of Faith, Family and Friendships March 17, 2002 9Then Jesus told this story to some who had great self-confidence and scorned everyone else: 10“Two men went to the Temple to pray. One was a Pharisee, ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Lord's Prayer

Contributed by Robert Thomas on Mar 12, 2002

A sermon on the Prayer Jesus taught the Disciples

The Lord’s Prayer A Pattern for Disciples Luke 11:1-4 Now it came to pass, as He was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, "Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples." So He said to them, "When you pray, say: our Father in heaven, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

3 Enemigos De La Oracion Series

Contributed by Ralph Mendez on Mar 16, 2002

Este es el sermon # 3 de la Serie "TODO SOBRE LA ORACION

LOS TRES ENEMIGOS MÁS GRANDES DE LA ORACIÓN La desidia Como ya mencionamos la carne no desea ni quiere practicar las cosas espirituales; es por eso que siempre presentara excusas para posponer la oración. El dejarse llevar por la desidia lo llevara al punto de orar muy poco o no orar en lo ...read more

Scripture: John 16:2

Denomination: Apostolic

Como Se Ora Series

Contributed by Ralph Mendez on Mar 16, 2002

Este es el Sermon # 4 de la Serie "TODO SOBRE LA ORACION"

¿CÓMO SE ORA? Los discípulos del señor le hicieron esta pregunta, a lo que él respondió con lo que nosotros conocemos como el padre nuestro. Esta oración no es meramente un rezo (como muchos lo toman y practican), sino más bien una guía donde él nos indica los pasos a seguir y los elementos que ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Apostolic

Impedimentos A La Oracion Series

Contributed by Ralph Mendez on Mar 16, 2002

Este es el ultimo sermon de la Serie"TODO SOBRE LA ORACION"

Impedimentos a la oración Todo el que ora debe saber que existen actitudes y practicas que impiden que Dios oiga nuestras oraciones. Y cuando alguien tiene, hace o practica una o más de ellas, Dios no escuchará sus oraciones. Algunas de esas actitudes o practicas son: Ø Tener un espíritu que no ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:9

Denomination: Apostolic

"What Are You Praying For?"

Contributed by Alan Chandler on Mar 18, 2002

When faced with a challenge does your prayer reflect your faith? This message looks at the prayer life of the early beievers as they faced a threatening challenge

"WHAT ARE YOU PRAYING FOR?" Acts 4: 23-31 PREPARATION: Read and be familiar with the book "Who Moved My Cheese" I) Intro A) Zig Ziglar story of boy that went with his mother to the old general store. He liked to sneak away from his mother and when no one was looking he would dip his finger into ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Methodist