Sermons on Merriam : showing 466-480 of 538

Noah - Committed To Obeying God Series

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Oct 16, 2011

Part one of a series on committment. Noah is an example of a person that was committed to obeying God. Scriptures are from the New Living Translation.

NOAH – COMMITTED TO OBEYING GOD The Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary says that the word “commit” means “to obligate or pledge oneself.” A person who is committed has made a personal pledge to be faithful to a person, an organization, or an idea. Commitment is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Standing On The Promises Of God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 26, 2011

In a world of broken promises, God can be counted on.

Standing on the Promises of God 2 Corinthians 1:20 Rev. Brian Bill 6/26/11 In 1994, a 67-year-old carpenter named Russell Herman died in Marion, Illinois. In his last will and testament he bequeathed the following: • $2.4 billion to the town of Cave-In-Rock • $2.4 billion to the city ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:20

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is Kind Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 21, 2013

In this sermon, we explore how to love others through kindness.

A. One day a minister who was a very kind man and loved to serve others noticed a young boy trying to press a doorbell on a house across the street. 1. Because the boy was so little and the doorbell was so high, he couldn’t reach it. 2. After watching the boy’s efforts for a moment, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Foundational Love Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Feb 28, 2007

The beloved John, being led by the Holy Spirit of Christ gives us a powerful truth to guide ourselves by as we look to the Word of God for instructions on living out “Foundational Love.”

Turn your Bibles to 1 John 4:7-12 Title: Foundational Love Theme: Truths to Grasping God’s Love Series: The One Anothers in Scripture Introduction: The Word of God gives us at least 34 passages of Scriptures to govern ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make Us Worshipers Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 18, 2006

Exodus chapter 14 and other Biblical records of the Lord working in and through the life of Moses present to us the foundation of making worshipers who pray through to the power of God in their lives and ministries.

Turn Your Bibles to Exodus 14:13-14: Title: Make Us Worshipers Theme: Worshipers Who Pray Through to a Completion Series: Grasping the Foundational Truths of Prayer Listen as I read Exodus 14:13-14: “Moses answered the people, "Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Practical Steps For Thinking Right Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017

Counsel given on how to manage one's prayer life. Practical uses of Bible for the renewing of the mind.

Romans 8:5 03.22.15 Last week we discovered that the key factor that determines the course of our lives is our thoughts. If we think right, we’ll act right. If we think wrong, we will go the wrong direction. Mindset is crucial. Our text in Rom. 8:5 puts it this way, “Those who live according to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5, Philippians 2:12-13, Philippians 4:8-9, Hebrews 10:16, Psalm 119:11-16, Psalm 1:1-3, Joshua 1:8, 1 Timothy 4:13-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Law Of Faith Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 15, 2015

The difference between salvation by faith in the law and salvation by the law of faith is the difference between “do” and “done”

In his book, Fully Alive, Christian comedian Ken Davis recounted an incident from his college days. His class had been asked to deliver a persuasive speech in which they would be graded on creativity, persuasiveness and the ability to drive home their point in a memorable way. The title of his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

God Wants Us To Strive Together For Our Savior Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 17, 2022

How can we strive together for Jesus? 1. We need godly desires (vs. 22-24). 2. We need godly dreams (vs. 24). 3. We need godly generosity (vs. 24-28). 4. We need the gospel (vs. 28-29). 5. We need faith in the power of prayer (vs. 30-33).

God Wants Us to Strive Together for Our Savior The Book of Romans Romans 15:17-33 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 17, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Romans 15. In these last two chapters of Paul's letter, he opened his heart to talk about his future plans and pour out ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:17-33

Denomination: Baptist

It Came From Within: Guilt Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Feb 24, 2021

A sermon about the power of confession and restitution to free us from toxic guilt. The concept for this sermon comes from Andy Stanley's book "Enemies of the Heart."

It Came From Within: Guilt Introduction We often look for things external to ourselves as the causes of our problems. While sociologists and psychologists are correct to point to the ways in which things like our families, religious experiences, neighborhoods, and the like shape who we are there ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:20-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Steady And Unswayed In God's Faithfulness

Contributed by Ed Lu on Feb 9, 2022

Have you ever been blamed for actions that was meant for the good of others? Have you lost friends, even members of your own family because somehow THEY have developed an idea that YOU were the bad guy?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qjx1duoyfZA Have you ever been blamed for actions that was meant for the good of others? Have you lost friends, even members of your own family because somehow THEY have developed an idea that YOU were the bad guy? Story of a woman whose husband had been slipping ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 16:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

I Was Just Thinking Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 13, 2019

As James points out, there are two kinds of wisdom: Godly wisdom (from above) and worldly wisdom. True wisdom is a gift from God and what we are doing with it today is not how God intended us to use it.

As many of you have probably heard before, the Greeks had three different words to describe three different kinds of love: “Eros” … where we get our English word “erotic” from. It denotes a sexual sort of love. “Agape” … denotes a spiritual or unconditional type of love … usually used to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18, 1 Corinthians 1:20-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Four Seasons Of Life Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 24, 2020

In Part 2 of this series we look at the seaon of Fall. Our spiritual Falls represent the time when we must are starting to lose hope. Life has beat us down and we are struggling to see the light at the end of the tunnel. This message shares how we can ragain what we lost.

Four Seasons of Life – Part 2 Fall Scripture: James 4:7-8; Romans 12:2; 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 This is part two of my series the “Four Season of Life.” Last week I talked about our spiritual winters and this morning we will be examining our spiritual fall. As a recap from last week, I told you ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-8, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is God In Control Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 15, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Ezekiel 28:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is God In Control - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 27, 2023

When it comes to the belief that God is in control of the things that happen, many in the Church believe that He either consents to what happens, or He allows what happens. This is a two-part Bible study on the subject.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by brothers Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:3, Ezekiel 28:15, Genesis 1:26-28, Genesis 19:17-26, Ezekiel 18:23, 1 Timothy 2:4, Ezekiel 22:30, Genesis 11:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction To Romans Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Mar 25, 2024

This message examines Paul's introduction to this epistle in Romans 1:1-7. There is a focus on Paul's call to ministry and the calling on our own lives.

Introduction to Romans The Glorious Gospel of Grace #1 Rom. 1:1 Richard Tow 12.02.18 Today we begin a study in the book of Romans! Romans is perhaps the most profound piece of literature ever penned. In it we have a clear, concise declaration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. I. In 1:1 through 3:20 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7, 2 Peter 1:20-21, 2 Peter 2:1-3, 2 Timothy 4:3-16, Romans 10:1-9, 1 John 2:1-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic