Sermons on My Rod In Presence Of God:

Conduct Worthy Of The Church Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 13, 2007

Does your conduct match the calling of the Gospel of Christ. Are you standing firm for the Gospel or being easily blown over of satan’s attackes.

Conduct Worthy of the Church Philippians 1:27-30 INTRO. Paul had a special love, respect, and appreciation for the church at Philippi. It was one of the most mature churches mentioned in the New Testament. They did have there share of problems though, just like we have today: false teachers, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Installation For An Associate Pastor

Contributed by Tony Searles on Feb 10, 2007

This is a simple Installation Service for our Associate Pastor we recently have recieved.

Installation Service Associate Pastor (Call Pastor Brian Belinda to stand before the Congregation) As we have gathered together this evening, we do so with the intention to receive a gift from God to this Body, in the form of an Associate Pastor. The Scripture informs us in Ephesians 4:11, “And ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11

Denomination: Other

An Audience Of One

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

When it comes to your life, only the opinion of Christ counts.

An Audience of One Matthew 11:16-19, Luke 7:31-35 November 07, 2004 Matthew 11:16-19 (NLT) "How shall I describe this generation? These people are like a group of children playing a game in the public square. They complain to their friends, [17] ’We played wedding songs, and you weren’t happy, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritually Minded

Contributed by Glen Lawhun on Aug 22, 2004

In order to understand the mind of the Spirit and to customize our minds to be Spiritually minded, we must understand who and what the Spirit is.

Read Romans 8:5-14 In order to understand the mind of the Spirit and to customize our minds to be Spiritually minded, we must understand who and what the Spirit is. In Col. 2:9 the apostle Paul, writing to the church said that Jesus has all the fullness of the Godhead bodily, mean all the power ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Sacrifice

Contributed by Robbie Boyd on Aug 3, 2002

This is drama/sermon focusing on the story of Abraham sacrificing Isaac; with the attention paid to Isaac and his cooperation.

(Build an "altar" of wood on a table on the stage area. Have an older man [Abraham] and an older teenager [Isaac] act out the scene as you describe what is happening. Make sure the teenager is large enough to be able to "overcome" Abraham, if he chose to. Dress contemporarily) Tell an illustration ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19, Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Spheres Of Influence Series (Education/Family) Series

Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 27, 2008

This is the second message in the Seven Spheres of Influence series, exploring the church’s role in shaping American culture.

Seven Spheres of Influence Series: Education and Family Connecting to our Culture The Seven Spheres of Influence are Arts and Entertainment, Business, Church, Education, Family, Media, Politics and Government. Colossians 3:12-17 (NLT) 12 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Nazarene

The Great Shaking

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jun 25, 2009

The Lamb opens six seals the prelude to the Day of the Lord

Revelation Chapter Six Title: ‘The Great Shaking’ Text: Revelation 6:1-17 Theme: The Opening of the Six Seals I. There Is A Great Sovereign Savior (v.1,3,5,7,9,12,7:1) [The Lamb Who Controls-He Gives/Allows-v.2,4,8] A. He Opens the 1st Seal (v.1,2) [Parallel: Matthew 24:4,5] 1. Introduced by One ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On The Mount: Lord's Prayer Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 20, 2011

Message from the Sermon on the Mount about the Lord's Prayer

Title: Purpose of Prayer Theme Text: Matthew 6 2000 years ago a man stood on a grassy hill and began to expound these words to the listeners. “After this manner therefore pray” or when you pray, pray this way. The question we must ask ourselves 2000 years later is does this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Winning The Battle Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 21, 2015

How do we finish the battle?

We will finish today the story of David versus Goliath. We noted how to prepare for battle, having confidence in battle, and today we will note winning the battle! Let us note that you can be well prepared and have all the confidence in the world to do something, but as in the case of David to an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:37-58

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Easter Sunrise Sermon

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009

This sermon is for Easter Sunrise... it focuses on the imagery of the rising of the sun/son.

“A Brand New Day” I ask this morning a very simple question. What is a sunrise? It’s not quite the simple question one might anticipate… for… when you get down to it… how do you actually define a sunrise… how do you pinpoint when a sunrise begins… or for that matter… when it ends? Think about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Orientation Of Prayer Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 29, 2010

We must have respect for the symbols of our faith, especially the Holy Name of Jesus. We must also develop a respect for the traditions of our faith, like praying in the direction of the "orient," which is a symbol of the coming of Jesus

The Holy Name of Jesus January 3, 2011 Spirit of the Liturgy “At the name of Jesus, every knee should bend, in heaven, on earth and under the earth.” The name, Jesus, or Yah-shuah, means “the Lord saves.” It is one of the principal symbols of the love of God for us, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:2-11

Denomination: Catholic

Unashamed Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 29, 2014

This 1st sermon in the series, "The Cure" looks at how we can live unashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Series: The Cure [#1] UNASHAMED Romans 1:1-17 Introduction: For several years now, Tharon and I have been going to different Neurologists all around the country. The 1st visit almost always goes the same- The Neurologist promises to be the one to find out what is wrong with us and fix us. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

True Value Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 15, 2016

A rich man is called to sell all he has and to follow Jesus

“Mark 10:17-31 “True Value” INTRODUCTION Mark continues to explain to us what Jesus meant when he said, “The time is fulfilled. The kingdom of God is here. Repent and believe.” Mark has helped us understand what Jesus meant by telling us stories and parables of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Healing All Things

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 5, 2021

Where are we going in our spiritual lives? Do we trust Jesus to lead the way? Let’s learn to follow Jesus wherever he leads. Let’s look at Jesus healing Peter’s mother-in-law in Mark 1:29-39.

Prelude: Where are we going in our spiritual lives? Do we trust Jesus to lead the way? Purpose: Let’s learn to follow Jesus wherever he leads. Plan: Let’s look at Jesus healing Peter’s mother-in-law in Mark 1:29-39. Mark 1:29-31 Simon’s M-i-L Now as soon as they had come out of the synagogue, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Baptist

A New Life In Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 10, 2024

Through Baptism sacred act, we die to our old selves and rise with Christ to walk in newness of life.

Through Baptism sacred act, we die to our old selves and rise with Christ to walk in newness of life. Baptism marks a decisive turning point in our journey of faith. It's a public declaration that we have surrendered our lives to Jesus, and His grace has washed away our sins. As we emerge from ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-27, Acts 2:38, Matthew 28:19-20