Sermons on Never Die:

Christian Affection Ii

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Sep 15, 2003

Sermon on Christian affections

CHRISTIAN AFFECTION PHILIPPIANS 1:7-8 (Part #2) 11/16/94 The lived a Greek writer by the name of Lucian who lived around 120-200 AD. This man was an unbeliever, who notice a certain thing about Christians. He wrote the following, "It is incredible to see the fervor with which the people of that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:7-8

Denomination: Bible Church

Living With A Sense Of Duty

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Apr 6, 2003

When it comes to the subject of the war, people are usually found somewhere between the emotions of anger and gratitude: anger for what is happening right now in the middle east or gratitude for a nation that is committed to making the world a safer place

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Allow me to clear something up. When it comes to the subject of the war, people are usually found somewhere between the emotions of anger and gratitude: anger for what is happening right now in the middle east or gratitude for a nation that is committed to making ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29

A New Kind Of King Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 14, 2003

Jesus presents himself in Jerusalem as a new kind of king.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 54 “A New Kind of King!” Luke 19:28-38 “On December 4, 1977 in Bangui, capital of the Central African Empire the world press witnessed the coronation of his Imperial Majesty, Bokossa I. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-38

Denomination: Baptist

Believing Is Seeing

Contributed by David Taylor on Apr 23, 2003

The blind man over came the problem of the Pharisees; they could see, but could not believe.

Jesus heard that they had cast him out; and when he had found him, he said unto him, Doest thou believe on the Son of God? He answered and said, Who is he, lord, that I might believe on him? And Jesus said unto him, Thou hast both seen him, and it is he that talketh with thee. And he said, Lord, ...read more

Scripture: John 9:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recognizing (And Recovering From) Spiritual Abuse

Contributed by Jim Miller on May 18, 2003

Spiritually abused Christians and spiritual abusers are more prevalent than you may think. This sermon identifies spiritual abuse and offers some remedies.

INTRODUCTION I am a victim of spiritual abuse. And, chances are, if you have been a member of a church or religious organization for any length of time, you are too. Spiritual abuse surfaces in an assortment of forms: sometimes in-your-face flagrant; other times behind-your-back subtle. It emerges ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing Boldness In Worship Series

Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 14, 2002

How do we enter the presence of God in boldness? The Hebrew writer discusses three ways of doing so.

EXPERIENCING BOLDNESS IN WORSHIP Hebrews 10:19-25 INTRODUCTION I have been in a variety of worship settings over the year – very often the leaders would tell you that is “the” way to worship. I have attended charismatic services where everyone is instructed to stand and raise their hands and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Pursuit Of Holiness

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 26, 2002

Blind Bartimaeus knew who Jesus is and what He can do. Bartimaeus stopped at nothing to receive his blessing from Jesus - How about us?

Sermon Title: The Pursuit of Holiness Scripture: Mark 10:46-52 Wesleyan Community Church Terry, Mississippi Sunday Morning – June 30, 2002 Scripture Introduction: I think the chorus that we just sang, “Shout to the Lord”, is one of my favorites. We have reason to shout if we have Jesus as our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: *other

Winning The Battle Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 9, 2002

After the defeat at Ai and Achan’s sin, God and the Israelites recommit to their covenant relationship.

Winning the Battle Joshua 8 Intro: War movies are a staple of our culture. There is always at least one playing at the theatre, often more than one. This past week I rented ¡§Black Hawk Down,¡¨ a true story of American soldiers in the Battle of Mogadishu trying to capture two Somalian ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

We Hold These Truths

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jul 11, 2002

There are six truths, six values the church must hold, proclaim, and demonstrate so that others can experience God’s freedom.

Our county will turn 226 on Thursday and I asked myself, “What would Washington, Jefferson, Adams, and others think of this country almost 226 years after they wrote and approved the Declaration of Independence? Would they like it? Would they recognize it? Would they still want to live in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16, John 18:37-38

Denomination: Church Of God

Is Anybody Out There Wise? Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on Jul 13, 2002

God wants us to be wise not so that we can get ahead in life, but so that we can know how to be godly in every circumstance in life.

Imagine that a genie appeared to you just like in the movie Aladin. Instead of granting you 3 wishes, you get the economy version and the genie tells you that you are granted 1 wish of your choice. (As Genie on Aladin says, “Ixniah on wishing for more wishes”) What do you choose? So many things ...read more

Scripture: James 1:4-8, James 3:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Introduction Series

Contributed by Christian Zorio on Jul 22, 2002

Introduction to the book of Philemon; examining the writer, recipient and reason for writing.

INTRODUCTION TO THE BOOK OF PHILEMON Lessons of forgiveness from the life of Philemon INTRODUCTION The Background: · A young man – who will remain nameless o Grew up in a household where he was well taken care of. All of his needs were met. o He was encouraged to become a doctor or maybe even an ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Obedience: Key To Authority

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Aug 5, 2002

God delegates authority to those who are faithful to his call. He also empowers those to whom he delegates authority to represent him.

OBEDIENCE: THE KEY TO AUTHORITY 8-4-02 I Samuel 8 & 17(Selected verses) Today, we want to look at David through his experiences with Saul… and through the eyes of God. Our purpose is to see… · What God looks for · What measure he uses, and · How he prepares us for what he wants us to do. We pick ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Trouble Will Come In Proclaiming The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Aug 10, 2002

Just as Moses will find in Exodus 5, you and I will come into trials and tribulations in carrying out God’s will or Proclaiming HIS gospel to a lost and dying world.

Trouble will come in Proclaiming the Word of God World will reject you Your tasks in the world may seem burdensome The people to whom you minister to may at times reject you DBF Sunday Sermon, 8/11/02 You know as much as I love the people, land, and region of Bristol Bay I cannot stand here and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 5:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Whose That Lion

Contributed by David Shipman on Dec 8, 2001

Too often we give the too much credit and too much power. This message’s purpose is to bring his ability into focus.

I want to talk about what I feel to be one of the most misunderstood scriptures in the Bible- 1 Peter 5:8 This scripture has been interpreted as a warning - be careful your going to get attacked.......WHEN IT WAS GIVEN FOR INSTRUCTION ON HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL! Tonight we will find out what this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Truth In Advertising Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 11, 2001

The same angel gives the same basic message to Zechariah and Mary. Zechariah reacts with skepticism while Mary responds with calm acceptance. Why the difference?

OPEN: I recently ran across an article that gave some of the signs of the Christmas season: - A toy store advertised: “Ho, ho, ho spoken here.” - In a bridal boutique sign declared: “Marry Christmas.” - Outside a church – this proclamation: “The original Christmas Club.” - From a department store: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ