Sermons on Measure Your Life:

The Last Miracle Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 31, 2016

Disappointment turns to joy for fishermen without a catch. Jesus on the shore of our difficulties. Peter forgiven, restored and commissioned.

SERIES: Miracles With a Message #8 TITLE: The Last Miracle TEXT: John 21:1-14 INTRO: In the last several weeks, we have looked at seven miracles of Jesus, called "sign miracles" because their purpose was to inspire belief in Jesus. Today, we look at the last and greatest miracle. I. FISHERMEN ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And His Zeal! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on May 3, 2021

Jesus is our every thing from A to Z! Zeal is our last word for Jesus, but NOT in importance of His Character! Listen to message!

The word "zeal" is used 40 different times in the Bible. It is defined as "getting excited and having a strong passion for a cause. Getting energized, or being relentless or fervent in spirit as it is described in the Bible. We see the zealousness of God in the OT as a couple of ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Acts 10

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 7, 2020

Captain Cornelius

Cornelius' cohort (v.1-8) Break down cultural barriers with the Great News. We can do this by praying and giving to the poor. Peter's vision (v.9-16) Ham sandwich, anyone? How about rabbit stew or steamed clams? :) Captain Cornelius' advance party (v. 17-33) 1 Kings 19:11-13 - ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Toxic People

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 24, 2018

A few thoughts on toxic people

“Toxic People” I’ve been thinking about a post I see a lot on Facebook about ‘toxic’ people. Something about it just didn’t set well with me. So I have given it some thought and prayer and here is what I came up with. First, I don’t want to be a ‘snowflake’. A snowflake has its own meaning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:4-12

Denomination: Holiness

The Role Of A Deacon

Contributed by Ric Veal on Sep 7, 2019

Let's look at the model role of a servant of God! Stephen is a great example!

The Role of the Deacon Acts 6: 1-7 1. The Condition of the Church (6:1) A. The multiplication (6:1a) growth; Acts 2:41, 47b; 4:4; 5:14 B. The murmuring (6:1b) complaint; overlooked widows . Satan started with persecution (Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Limiting What God Can Do Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 1, 2019

Mary expresses disbelief that she, a virgin, could fulfill the angel's prediction of a baby. We too often limit what we believe God is capable of.

HE CAN'T DO THAT: We limit in our minds what we believe God can do. - Luke 1:34. - There is no doubt that the angel’s message about the virgin birth is a lot to take in. Because of that, it’s easy for us to be sympathetic toward Mary. We would no doubt have also struggled with this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-34

Denomination: Baptist

Hurdles And Progress Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 5, 2020

There was Hypocrisy, covetousness, and lie, which had been dealt with correction in the early Church. Then, the Church began to expand. Read more.

Acts 5:1-11 Hurdles in the Progress of a Church Hypocrisy, Covetousness, and Lies The episode of the death and burial of Ananias and Sapphira in the first church of the New Testament is heartbreaking, and a costly spiritual lesson the Church has learned. Hypocrisy, covetousness, and lie were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

When Jesus Comes

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 7, 2018

The coming of our Lord.

WHEN JESUS COMES Revelation 21:1And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea. 2 And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Follow-Up

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Nov 22, 2017

A new believer is tender and needs to be nurtured for spiritual growth. When such is not done it may affect the faith of the believer or tell on him if he grows without the rudiments of the Christian faith.

THEME- POPULATING GOD’S KINGDOM TOPIC- FOLLOW UP TEXT- ACTS 15:36-41 INTRODUCTION The term follow up is scriptural and it is very important if we need a healthy, mature and established church. Follow up is likened to the mother-child relationship. A mother that gives birth to a child should stay ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sacrificial Love, True Horsemanship

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 30, 2017

Here is a short teaching on sacrificial love demonstrated through horsemanship.

Sacrificial Love, True Horsemanship  There are so many earthly experiences in life which show us the powerful effect love has on everything we come in touch with.  One is the horse business.  There are horse lovers and there are horsemen.  Horse lovers do love horses and so do horsemen.  However, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fireproof Faith

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 19, 2012

When we are faced with the opportunity to compromise, we must stand firm.

Fireproof Faith February 15, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: When we are faced with the opportunity to compromise, we must stand firm. Focus Passage: Daniel 3:13-31 Supplemental Passage: ’Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Night Before (Devotion)

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Mar 14, 2013

Jesus came from the Upper Room where He and His disciples had just eaten the meal known as the Last Supper. They walk it many times, close to a mile away….across the Kidron valley up a hill to a place called Garden of Gethsemane or Mt of Olives. It was an

The Night Before (devotion) A few years ago I was helping do a revival and heard a sermon from a friend of mine who read these verses. Luke 22:41 And he was withdrawn from them about a stone’s cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, 42 Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

Victory Through Faith Series

Contributed by Rolando, Jr Pama on Sep 6, 2021

Everyone who is born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith.

BY FAITH: 1. WE ARE BORN AGAIN a. 1 John 5:1a 1Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, b. Ephesians 2:8 8For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— c. WE ARE CHANGED. d. 2 Corinthians 5:17 17Therefore, if ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4, Hebrews 11:1

Trial Of Paul By Sanhedrin Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 10, 2021

The world looks down on the gospel workers, evangelists and servants of Christ as useless and worthless persons to live on the earth. On some occasions, even the believers are ill-treating servants of God.

Acts 22:22-23:11 Paul Tried by Sanhedrin 22:22-29 Citizenship Privileges 22:30-23:11 Trial by Sanhedrin Acts 22:22-29 Citizenship Privileges The world looks down on the gospel workers, evangelists and servants of Christ as useless and worthless persons to live on the earth. On some occasions, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Conspiracy Against Paul Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 10, 2021

Two lessons we can learn. Believe the word of God, the promises of God against the threat of men and the circumstances. God would honour his servants.

Acts 23:12-35 Conspiracy against Paul 23:12-22 Men designed to avenge Paul 22:23-35 Safe Passage of Paul Acts 23:12-22 Men designed to avenge Paul Verses 11 and 12 reveal the plan of God and the plan of evil men. God has purposed to take Paul to Rome, but bad people had gone for fasting prayer ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:12-35

Denomination: Methodist