Sermons on New Character:

Let Us Consider Jesus

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Apr 1, 2006

A consideration of the Lord Jesus when compared with the wonderful Old Testmant saints referred to in Hebrews 11, and the challenge it brings to us for our own lives today.

LET US CONSIDER JESUS Hebrews 12:1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. ‘Witnesses’ — ‘those who have borne testimony of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Holy Different

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Feb 13, 2005

This sermon deals with the need for Christians to be different than the world around them by seeking tobe empowered by God.

Holy Different Isaiah 6:2-5, Exodus 15:11, Revelation15:4, Isaiah 40:18, 25, Isaiah 46:9-11, Daniel 2:20 Isaiah 45:7, Job 9:4, Romans 11:33, Psalm 139:4-16, Jeremaih 23:23-24, Isaiah 6:5, 6-7, 8 November 8, 2004 I. John Speke was an English explorer. He stood one day staring at a wall of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Particulars Of Christian Character Development - Part Two Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 16, 2005

What character qualities have to do with my relationship with the world about me?

Today we are going to continue our consideration of the particulars of Christian character development. We note that Peter is very specific concerning what character qualities we should seek to develop as a Christian if we are going to progress toward Christ-likeness (vs. 5-7). He seems to list ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Esther : ¶une Orpheline Qui A Sauvé Une Nation

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Feb 25, 2005

Esther this young girl, who gains the american idol of this time ! A woman of purpose, a woman of courage, a woman of faith !

¶Esther : ¶UnE Orpheline Qui A sauvé Une Nation Esther 4:12-17 ¶ ¶L’histoire que je vais partager avec vous lit aujourd’hui comme un film de télévision. ¶Dans ce film nous trouverons, suspens, intrigue, trahison, conspiration, et trahison. ¶La distribution des personnages inclut : ¶un roi, une ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Change Your Mind

Contributed by Mike Turner on Feb 27, 2005

A message on the importance of our thoughts.

How To Change Your Mind Rom 12:1-2 "I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Citizen Christian Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 5, 2005

What is our obligation to the world as alien residents?

INTRODUCTION „X SLIDE #2 „X Aliens in a strange land, strangers, citizens of heaven, children of God, saints, chosen ones, holy ones, beloved of God. „X These are but a few words the bible uses to describe the Christian. „X Many of these words paint what seems to be an impossible standard for a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Year Of Fruit Series

Contributed by Paul Shelton on Apr 21, 2006

This is the first sermon in series of four to introduce the concept of the Fruit of the Spirit.

TEXT: Galatians 5:22-25 TITLE: The Year of Fruit PROPOSITION: By walking in the Spirit, Jesus begins to come out in our lives. We all have different names, but we share a common destination. It is not heaven, but rather is a matter of what we are too be as the people of God. Paul shares this ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Setting Right Priorities

Contributed by James May on Mar 13, 2005

We have to learn to set the right priorities in our lives if we expect to experience God’s best.

SETTING RIGHT PRIORITIES by Pastor Jim May Something that is lacking in the lives of so many Christians today is the inability, or the unwillingness, to set the right priorities for their lives. Most of us act as “Reactionaries” meaning that we simply react to everything that happens; then we do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Construction Of God

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Mar 16, 2004

Having looked at the character of God in verse 20, we now see the outflow of His character in the construction of the believer.

“The Construction of God” Hebrews 13:21 A. The CONSTRUCTION of God. (13:21) 1Kings 8:58; Job 33:27-30; Psalm 57:2; 104:31 1. God is making PERFECT His people for every good work. (13:21a) Deuteronomy 32:4; Ephesians 2:10; 4:11-12; Matthew 5:16; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Psalm 138:8; John 17:23; ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Increase In Your Integrity Series

Contributed by Grant Macdonald on May 12, 2003

Our integrity demands that we have to be careful about making and keeping promises.

“How to Increase in Your Integrity” James 5:12 (03.02.2003) Have you ever lied? For those of you who might not be quite so sure, let me remind you of Miriam-Webster’s definition of a lie. To lie is either “to make an untrue statement with intent to deceive”; or “to create a false or misleading ...read more

Scripture: James 5:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's All About Relationship

Contributed by Marianne Unger on May 14, 2003

The call to abide in Jesus Christ and the fruit of our response.

John 15:1-8 It’s All About Relationship If there’s one passage of scripture that you memorize and make your own this year, let it be from today’s gospel. Jesus is saying to you… Each one of you here today… Sitting in these pews and to each of our shut-ins, who will be listening to this message… As ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: *other

Walking Through The Valley

Contributed by David Dailey on May 24, 2003

It is important that when we are walking through the valley that we keep moving

I want to talk to you about a powerful scripture from God’s Word. It has been so often painted on funeral home cards and quoted at grave services that we tend to see it only in that precept. But, it is not a scripture of death or for the dying, it is about living and about God’s care and provision ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where?

Contributed by Nathan Hall on May 24, 2003

David was conscious of God’s presence in every situation, both bad and good.

Introduction: There is a story of an old man who was quite ill, and the family called for their minister. As he entered the sick room and sat down, he noticed another chair on the opposite side of the bed, a chair which had also been drawn close. The pastor said, "Well, Donald, I see I’m not your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Edward Cook on Jun 8, 2003

This is the first sermon in a series on the Beatitudes in Matthew 5.

The Poor in Spirit Scripture reading: Matt. 4:23 - 5:16. Text: Matt. 5:3. I. INTRODUCTION Part of the Sermon on the Mount 1. Make a few remarks about the sermon generally. a. The longest recorded continuous discourse of our Lord. The greatest single sermon of all time. b. Remember Who is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Truth, Trust, Triumph

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Jun 12, 2003

God desires His children to live a TRIUMPHANT life. The way to do this is to first learn the TRUTH, this will bring about a TRUST in the Almighty, which in turn leads to TRIUMPH.

I. Know The TRUTH. "And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." (John 8:32) A. Truth is a fact. It is something that is real and existent. B. The Bible tells us that truth is: (1) A Person - Jesus Christ (John 14:6; 1:17) (2) The Word of God and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:1-5