Sermons on Maximize Usefulness:

Proper Etiquette For Using The Utensils Of Truth Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT

BIG IDEA: THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT (IN THE FIGHT AGAINST ERROR – AS OPPOSED TO FALSE TEACHERS) INTRODUCTION: I. (:14-19) STAND FOR THE SHARP KNIFE OF THE WORD OF ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus-Did He Lie To Us?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 9, 2001

This sermon deals with the claims of Jesus Christ. It demonstrates that Jesus did not claim to be a prophet or great teacher, but claimed to be God. It encourages us to boldly stand that He Is The Way, The Truth, And The Life without compromising to be accepted by others.

Jesus—Did He Lie To Us? 7/8/2001 GNLCC John 5:16-23 1 John 5:1-12 There was a movie in which two men were held as prisoners of war in the same cell during the Civil War. The interesting thing was that they were almost identical in appearance. The one man was poor, kind, and a drifter. ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-23, 1 John 5:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Using Legends To Evangelize Across Cultures

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

USING LEGENDS TO EVANGELIZE ACROSS CULTURES

USING LEGENDS TO EVANGELIZE ACROSS CULTURES Introduction - Every society is proud of its traditions, culture, and historical discoveries. When I first came to Africa it amazed me at what reverence the people gave to the stories of past. Parents told legends about Joseph and his brothers to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Have And Use A Double Portion

Contributed by Toby Powers on Jan 25, 2006

Elijah was a powerful prophet, but Elisha received a double portion of his Spirit. In days past, the church had power, but we can enjoy a double portion today.

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA How To Have & Use A Double Portion II Kings 2:1-22 Intro: We are seeing the account of Elijah leaving this walk of life. He does not leave by death, but by translation. He is one of only two men that we ever have any record of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Boldly Ask For Wisdom!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 10, 2005

This is a study of wisdom, do we honestly and earnestly seek for wisdom? Let us apply our heart to wisdom and understanding to be better stewards for God.

LET US BOLDLY ASK FOR WISDOM! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ROBBING IN THE COAL MINES: Let me establish a truth by telling you a real life story. As men mine for coal in the coal mines in eastern Kentucky, the miners leave pillars of coal. These pillars support the roof top in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Came To Tell Us The Truth Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 13, 2005

In this message we will look at some of the truths that Jesus came to bring us and what He wants us to do with them (I Am Jesus -10)

He Came To Tell Us The Truth I Am Jesus – part ten Jesus’ trial before Caiaphas ended in the early hours of the morning. Then he was taken to the headquarters of the Roman governor. His accusers didn’t go in themselves because it would defile them, and they wouldn’t be allowed to celebrate the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What God Wants Us To Do Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Jun 13, 2005

This describes the three purposes of our salvation- trust, oobedience and love. It also shows how love gives birth to the other two

The Christian Life Luke 10:25-37 What Does God Want Us to Do? What is the purpose of a sock factory? If you said to make socks, you are wrong. The purpose of a sock factory is to make money. What is the purpose of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Till Death Do Us Part Series

Contributed by Benjamin Mcphaull on Dec 19, 2004

This describes God’s desire that marriage is for life. Marriage is not something that is entered into lightly.

TILL’ DEATH DO US PART Introduction: The farmer and the divorce case story. I. The Creation of Marriage A. God brings Adam and Eve together B. God places His stamp of approval on marriage- It is good II. The Insitution of The Law of Moses Concerning Divorce Deut 24:1-4 A. What sin has done to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:1-4

Denomination: Adventist

What Will It Cost Me To Be Used By God?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 20, 2004

This message looks at the cost to Mary of bearing Jesus (in terms of scandal and reputation) and then asks what the cost might be for us to obey God.

- just read vv. 1-2 to open sermon. - only 4 women (besides Mary) are mentioned in this genealogy and they aren’t the big names of the O.T. WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE INCLUSION OF THESE WOMEN? - Three of the four of them were associated with sexual sin. - v. 3 - Tamar (dressed as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Shatters The "Us” And "Them” Mentality Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 17, 2005

Part 2 of 8 on Jesus, with this one dealing with Jesus breaking down walls between people.

JESUS SHATTERS THE “US” AND “THEM” MENTALITY TEXT: Luke 18: 1-14 Sunday, February 24, 2002 We continue our series on “Celebrate Jesus,” and someone suggested that it looked awfully cheerful for a Lenten series. Aren’t we supposed to be repentant, aren’t we supposed to be a little darkened, ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Let Us Put Away Pride Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 23, 2005

Pride comes before the fall the Bible tells us. Then why is this such a big problem in the lives of many Christians. Let’s look at a view from God’s word.

Let’s Put away our Pride Pali, this bull has killed me." So said Jose Cubero, one of Spain’s most brilliant matadors, before he lost consciousness and died. Only 21 years old, he had been enjoying a spectacular career. However, in this l958 bullfight, Jose made a tragic mistake. He thrust his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Put Away Stealing Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 23, 2005

Let us put away stealing we are admonished by God’s word. Let us look at the different aspects of this in our lives.

Put Away Stealing STEALING Zig Ziglar tells of a thief, a man named Emmanuel Nenger. The year is 1887. The scene is a small neighborhood grocery store. Mr. Nenger is buying some turnip greens. He gives the clerk a $20 bill. As the clerk begins to put the money in the cash drawer to give Nr. Nenger ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28

Denomination: Baptist

Does The Spirit Lead Us Into Temptation?

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 17, 2005

Temptation, It’s everywhere

Does the Spirit lead us into temptation? Sunday March 04, 2001 We are going to take our scripture this morning from Matthew 4:1-11 Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil. 2 And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

The Kind Of People Christ Chooses To Use

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 11, 2007

Christ may choose to use unlikely people, busy people in the midst of other things, who have no thought of taking Christ into their world.

20070211 Title: The Kind of People Christ Chooses to Use Text: Luke 5:1-11 Thesis: Christ may choose to use unlikely people, busy people in the midst of other things, who have no thought of taking Christ into their world. #1 in the Series: Bringing Christ to Your World… Introduction: I am ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 5: Using Time Wisely

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 22, 2007

Using time wisely is an important Christian virtue, as God has a plan that He wants to accomplish with and through your life.

Pastor’s Bible Class What Makes You Do the Things You Do? Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 5: Using Time Wisely October 21, 2007 A. WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT TIME “Make the most of your time, because the days are evil” (Eph. 5:16, NASB). “Teach us to number our days, that we may present to You (Lord) a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16

Denomination: Baptist