Sermons on Method Of Oppression:

The Continuance Principle Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003

To note that a true disciple of Christ is one who continually lives according to Words of Jesus.

Marks of Discipleship #1: The Continuance Principle Text: John 8:31-32 Thesis: To note that a true disciple of Christ is one who continually lives according to Words of Jesus. Introduction: (1) We are to be disciples of Christ. (a) A disciple is “one who accepts and assists in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Aim #1: Evangelize The Nations Series

Contributed by Tim Gresham on Jan 31, 2004

A basic teaching outline of Evangelism. One of five aims (purposes) of the church given in Matthew 28:19-10 and Matthew 22:37-40.

Five Aims for the Church to Glorify God Pastor Tim Gresham Aim Number One: Evangelize the Nations Scripture Text: Matthew 28:18-20 February 1, 2004 I. What Is Evangelism “Go ye therefore and TEACH…” A. Evangelism is making disciples or enlisting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Picture Of Real Ministry

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Oct 18, 2004

We see in this passage what real ministry is all about as Paul encourages this new church in Thessalonica.

A Picture of Real Ministry I Thes. 2:1-12 I. The Boldness of Paul’s Ministry (v. 1-2) A. Paul was confident of his ministry to the Thessalonians for several reasons. (v. 1) 1. It was a fruitful ministry because people had been saved. (1:5b-6) 2. They were a vibrant church that influenced other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Spiritual Stretcher Bearer

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1). We can bring people to Christ without committees but not without sheer determination.

1). We can bring people to Christ without committees but not without sheer determination. It may take years and numerous attempts but resolute determination will eventually accomplish the will of God. 2). We can bring people to Christ by all kinds of mean as long as we are willing to innovate. Do ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Evangelism Series

Contributed by Clifton Mckinley on Aug 3, 2005

Stresses the importance of evangelism

Getting W.E.L.L. Evangelism Acts 2:42-47 Intro: Ordinary believer made an extraordinary difference Meet Edward Kimball, an ordinary Christian who taught Sunday school in his church and made a living down at the shoe store. But his real passion was sharing the gospel. One day Edward determined ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Gift Will You Bring?

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 22, 2005

The Wise Men presented their gifts from worshipping hearts, with generous spirits, and thoughtful minds. What gift will you bring?

What Gift will You Bring? Matthew 2:11 On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshipped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold and of incense and of myrrh. THE GIFTS THE WISE MEN OFFERED Lessons from the Wise ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

But We See Jesus

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jul 3, 2006

See Jesus is all that really matters. when we truly see Him, the rest falls into place.

BUT WE SEE JESUS Text: Hebrews 2:9 Intro: "Two men looked through prison bars: one saw mud; the other saw stars." ___author unknown *What do men see today? *the unsaved see bleak, dismal, distressed, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9

Denomination: Church Of God

An Inquisitive Woman At The Well Series

Contributed by Neil Partington on Jul 5, 2007

It’s odd that Jesus did not reveal who He was to His closest followers, but instead reveals Himself to a Samaritan woman at a well. Was it b/c He needed to share it with someone? Or was it b/c she believed and He knew her heart?

From time to time, all of us have felt the sting of rejection We might have been rejected from our friends, our families, our jobs, or maybe even the church Rejections brings with it pain and suffering, the feeling of abandonment and loss And by no means is it a characteristic that we eagerly ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where In The World Is The Light

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 11, 2008

SHEDS LIGHT ON THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING A WITNESS IN EVANGELISM.

WHERE IN THE WORLD IS THE LIGHT Matt 5:14-16 14 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. 15 Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. 16 Let your light so shine before men, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Calmer Waters Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

We are going to mix up our group a bit and have some discussion and interaction as a way to review and find application for our series "The Perfect Stor,." We are going to break into small groups.

Finding Calmer Waters Tonight we are ending our series with a message entitled “Finding Calmer Waters”. We’re going to do things a little different and we’re going to have some fun. We are going to mix up our group a bit and have some discussion and interaction. We are going to break into ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Worship Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 30, 2008

Part ONE of a three part series on Worship answering the question "What Is Worship?"

Worship: In Spirit and in Truth Text: Psalm 99:5; John 4:23-24; Romans 12:1; Hebrews 12:28 Part One: What is Worship? Part Two: Who and Why should we worship? Part Three: Where should we worship? Part One: What is Worship? Romans 12:1 “Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Church Discipline

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 27, 2007

Short Bible study for church discipline

Church Discipline Woodlawn MBC August 26, 2007 I. The Meaning of Church Discipline A. Define what a church is. B. Discipline means to train, especially the mind and character. Training intended to elicit a specified pattern of behavior or character. C. Although most people think of church ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Will You Marry Me?

Contributed by Brian Smith on Oct 15, 2008

Did you know that Jesus included a marriage proposal into the Passover liturgy?

Will You Marry Me…? Mark 14: 12-26 The Passover Meal (Seder) -Passover is the oldest Jewish holiday -Passover background is found in Exodus 12, 13, and 14 -The purpose of the Passover Seder is to draw the story of the Exodus out of the past and into the present so that each person will feel as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-26

Denomination: Methodist

Saved Through Your Connection

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Oct 28, 2009

Shows how the righteousness of your connection has the ability to save you from distruction, if you will harken unto his direction.

Saved through your connection Genesis 7 The call to Noah is likened to that of father to his children, telling us to come indoors when he sees night or a storm coming. Noah did not go into the ark till God told him to, though he knew it was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus's Death Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 12, 2016

When sharing our faith, we must understand that we participate in both the cross and the grave; our sin was the cause of His death. We cannot get to the resurrection without the death of Jesus, and it's critical we remember to share that!

Jesus’s Death John 19:17-42 Following Pilate’s decision to crucify Him (through God’s authority) Jesus is taken to the place of Golgotha to be executed Romans have dialed into this brutal method; they are skilled at it ∆ A Cruel Punishment He was placed between two ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational