Sermons on My Destiny:

From The Wilderness To The Temple

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 30, 2003

In the testing of Jesus the devil’s goal was to get Jesus to question His son ship and distrust His Father’s love.

From the Wilderness to the Temple Matthew 4:3-7 In the testing of Jesus the devil’s goal was to get Jesus to question His son ship and distrust His Father’s love. He wanted Jesus to follow the course Israel had taken throughout their history. Satan wanted Jesus to immediately satisfy His hunger. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:3-7

Denomination: Holiness

Where Does Your Pride Come From? Series

Contributed by James Buchanan on Jan 1, 2004

Part 1 in a 2 part series on Philippians 3. This series deals with considering everything loss compared to knowing Jesus Christ

Where does your pride come from? Thursday night we had our bowling league—EXPLAIN—175 avg, most improved player—26 pins ALL PAST ACCOMPLISHMENTS MEANT NOTHING THAT NIGHT. The 10th hole at Stone Hedge--$5,000. Yesterday, I registered for classes—smart, getting a degree… Where should we get our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Transformed By The Renewing Of Your Mind

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 6, 2004

Most of us have probably witnessed a TV show where a person consents to a complete make-over. Often times the results appear to be dramatic in the transformation of the individual’s appearance, but seldom produces long term changes in their character. Let

Be Transformed by the Renewing of Your Mind (Rom. 12:2) Most of us have probably witnessed a TV show where a person consents to a complete make-over. Often times the results appear to be dramatic in the transformation of the individual’s appearance, but seldom produces long term changes in their ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What God Has Done For America - Memorial Day - Independence Day

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

The past, present, and future of this great nation--GOD BIRTHED IT, GOD IS BLESSING IT, & GOD WILL BLAST IT IF NEEDED. Link included to Formatted Text and Powerpoint.

America: Past, Present, and Future Psalms 33:12 Formatted text and PowerPoint for this and hundreds more free sermons using this link... http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/AmericaPastPresentFuture.html We must never forget what God has done in the past for America. We must have our eyes opened to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12, Psalm 33:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

En Theos [enthusiasm]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

A simple formula for a more exciting, energizing existence...In God = En Theos = Enthusiasm. Several Biblical reasons to be enthused about being ’en Theos’. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

En Theos [Enthusiasm] Ps. 122:1 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Enthusiasm.html Introduction: Webster’s Dictionary says the meaning of enthusiasm / excitement is "to be stirred or thrilled." Some would say they have enthusiasm at times, it depends on what they are doing...what they are ‘into’ at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Why Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 13, 2004

The Resurrection of Christ was a world-changing event, but why did it occur? I’ve compiled a list of reasons.

“I Believe” Sermon Series on the Apostles Creed “The WHY of the Resurrection” Romans 8:10-11 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts While thinking about the miracle of Christ’s resurrection, a question came up: Why did Jesus rise from the dead, i.e. what did ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

The First Of The Signs

Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 18, 2004

“This beginning of signs Jesus did in Cana of Galilee, and manifested His glory; and His disciples believed in Him” John 2:11.

Theme: The first of the signs Text: Is. 62:1-5; 1 Cor. 12:4-11; Jn. 2:1-11 Weddings are and have always been considered a major event. Human history began with a marriage ceremony in the Garden of Eden and human history will end with the marriage ceremony between the bride and groom. Jesus also ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-5, John 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Ascension Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 28, 2004

We can’t treat Jesus like Socrates, Gandhi or Confucius. The Ascension is the final proof that we are dealing with more than a man. All the Bible says about who Jesus is makes little sense without the Ascension.

“I Believe”—sermon series on the Apostles Creed The Ascension>>Acts 1:6-11, Eph 1:20-23 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts The Ascension means there can be no neutrality about Jesus. We cannot simply pick and choose from His teachings. We can’t treat him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Congregational

The Dragnet

Contributed by Paul George on Jan 29, 2004

We have previously pointed out that it is important to carefully note the manner and method in which these seven parables are arranged, for their order provides key to their interpretation.

We have previously pointed out that it is important to carefully note the manner and method in which these seven parables are arranged, for their order provides key to their interpretation. The first parable is different than the other six. The phrase “the kingdom of heaven” is missing from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:47-50

Denomination: Holiness

"Call And Response...an Eternal Dilemma"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 6, 2004

God has a call on each of our lives and each of us must respond.

Isaiah 6:1-8 “Call and Response…An Eternal Dilemma” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org. Back in the 1980’s there was a rock band named Twisted Sister that became popular through a video for one of their songs that used to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Just A Little Give And Take

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Feb 29, 2004

First Sunday in Lent: Temptation is often the enticement to compromise, to engage in just a bit of ’give and take.’ Jesus would have none of it when satan tempted Him. Nothing would deter Jesus from the Cross.

The art of the compromise – of give and take – is valued by many people. You scratch my back and I’ll scratch yours. Watch the consummate politician on campaign trail – they live by give and take. Whey even a good football game starts out as a battle of give and take. One team will fight and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Faith That God Favors

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 31, 2004

Biblical faith always has God as it’s objective and focus. Therefore the type of faith that God favors is a faith that trusts God for the impossible, then persists in that godly trust until the provision is realized.

THE FAITH THAT GOD FAVORS Text: Matt.9: 29; Matt.15: 28 Intro: What kind of faith does God favor? The obvious answer to that question is, “Real faith.” However, faith is as much a matter of cultivation as it is choice. Though faith begins with one’s choice to trust God, it is developed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:28

Denomination: Baptist

Is God Unjust? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 1, 2004

Paul has taught us that God picks out individuals for salvation not based on anything they do, but out of pure grace. At the same time, he bypasses others. This raises a number of questions, and Paul fields them, though not necessarily to our satisfacti

Is God Unjust? (Romans 9:14-29) 1. There are many puzzles in life. One recent puzzle is the whereabouts of an escapted tiger. Bengal Tiger Seen Roaming La. Army Base Wednesday, September 01, 2004 FORT POLK, La. — A Bengal tiger on the loose in the thick brush surrounding Fort Polk seems to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Gift For You

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

The prophets of the Old Testament said: · This baby would come to save the world from sin. · This world of darkness would be given the Light that would shine forever. · This little baby would bring peace to a world in tumult, destruction and chaos.

It is always a joy to watch children at Christmas time. Christmas morning never seems to come soon enough. Children (at any age) can become very anxious. Mankind has always looked forward to Christmas. Do you know who were the first to get excited about Christmas before it took place? Think ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thankfullness

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 15, 2004

Thankfulness to God is a recognition that God in His goodness and faithfulness has provided for us and cared for us, both physically and spiritually. It is recognition that we are totally dependent upon Him; that all that we are and have comes from God.

TEXT: Psalm 69:30 TITLE: THANKFULNESS (Thanksgiving ‘97’) Thankfulness to God is a recognition that God in His goodness and faithfulness has provided for us and cared for us, both physically and spiritually. It is recognition that we are totally dependent upon Him; that all that we are and have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 69:30

Denomination: Pentecostal