Sermons on Norman Vincent Peale:

Heaven: The Holy City

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Oct 4, 2001

Looks at a Holy place, created by a Holy God for His Holy people.

October 3 2001 Central Christian Church St. Petersburg, Fl Heaven- The Holy City Revelation 21: 1-7 Song: Joe Bedy Ed Rogers’ duet We know very little about heaven, but I once heard a theologian describe it as "an unknown region with a well-know inhabitant," and there is not a better way to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who's Job Is It Anyway Series

Contributed by Paul Durbin on Feb 16, 2003

We cooperate with God in the process of our personal sanctification

Whose Job is it Anyway? I. Psychologists say one of the primary causes of conflict in households involves dispute over what’s generally called division of labor. A. diapers. You’ve been there . . . 1. We’ve been dealing with now for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3, Philippians 2:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Takers Transportation Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Mar 8, 2003

Part one in four part Stewardship Series that looks at the four types of stewards in the church today: Takers, Tippers, Tithers, Trusters

THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED STEWARDSHIP SERMON SERIES “THE TAKER’S TRANSPORTATION” I TIMOTHY 4:8 ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) 1 Tim. 4:8 (NIV) “FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING IS OF SOME VALUE, BUT GODLINESS HAS VALUE FOR ALL THINGS, HOLDING PROMISE FOR BOTH THE PRESENT LIFE AND THE LIFE TO COME.” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

Fulfilling God's Mission For Your Life

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 24, 2004

God the Father sent His Son, Jesus on a mission to our world. Jesus called 12 men to follow Him. For three plus years Jesus poured his life into his disciples and then he was arrested, crucified, rose again and then ascended into heaven. Prior to his a

-Fulfilling God’s Mission for Your Life- Acts 1:8 “You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” The story is told about God in heaven and an angel comes up and God says: “My plan is to give the Good News to My children on earth and ask them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

Love Of The World

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Apr 10, 2003

God commands us not to love the things of this world.

Love of the World 1st John 2:15 - 17 Jeff Hughes I. Introduction a. By way of introduction, let’s briefly look at our study last time, if you’ll remember, it concerned loving one another. b. First, we saw that John talked about what appears to be two commandments, an old one and a new one. c. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can't Shake Off Mom's Voice

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 14, 2003

Mothers (or parents) communicate an atmosphere as much as they communicate specific ideas; we as children cannot rid ourselves of that atmosphere, good or bad. But faith in God can lift us to a new self-esteem.

Just about everybody has a story that involves Mom’s voice. Just about anyone can tell you something distinctive about the things Mother used to say. We can remember not only what she said, but also the way she said it, the tone of voice she used. It’s surprising how many of us can remember ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

There Goes My Life

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Dec 17, 2003

Ever felt like the song by Kenny Chesney, "There Goes My Life?" This sermon explores three different scenes in the life of Jesus where he brings hope for the past, the present and the future.

Title: There Goes My Life 12/21/03 Text: Mt. 1:18-25, Jn. 19:25-27 and Mt. 3:16-17, Jn. 3:16 A.M. Service Purpose: A Christmas sermon dealing with the aspect that there may come moments in life where we think we’ve thrown it all away. How does the Christmas story restore hope to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, John 19:25-27

Denomination: Nazarene

This Is The Moment

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Dec 28, 2002

Deals with the awesome reality of the importance of the Lord’s Supper and the impact it should have on our lives each time we participate.

This Is The Moment (Luke 22:14-18) I. Christ’s Eagerness to Celebrate This Passover with His Disciples II. It Is Tied to Jesus’ Death and Passover A. “Before I suffer” (v. 15) B. “I will not eat it again until…” (v. 16) C. “I will not drink again until…” (v. 18) III. It Is the Promise of a Greater ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Weakened Heart - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 4, 2005

One of the most overlooked texts in all of Scripture... but also one of the most reassuring. What can we gain from David’s observation that he was "weak?"

OPEN: Rodgers and Hammerstein were amongst the greatest playwrights of our age. Plays like “Oklahoma” “The Sound of Music” “The King & I” are permanent part of the American heritage. So when I was invited by a non-Christian friend of our family to attend a play written by Richard Rodgers entitled ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 3:17-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fragrance Of The Father Iii Series

Contributed by Richard Wafford on Apr 13, 2005

Jesus is in the life changing business. Look at all the examples that God gives us in regards to his life changing business, Elisha,Jacob Saul of Tarsus, Peter, James, John,Martha and Mary, the list goes on, have we been through a change?

Fragrance of the Father Part 3 Script: Romans 6:5-23 Introduction: In his book, A Ready Defense, Josh McDowell states: “You can laugh at Christianity; you can mock and ridicule it—-but it works. If you decide to trust Christ, start watching your attitudes and actions, because Jesus Christ is in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:5-23

Denomination: Baptist

Time To Look Up Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 3, 2008

Message 4 of 4 in send part of Hebrews Study. This study examines Melchizedek and appeals teaches the importance of tithing as a Godly principle.

3/2/08 – Look Up Melchizedek 18 Then Melchizedek king of Salem brought out bread and wine. He was priest of God Most High, 19 and he blessed Abram, saying, “Blessed be Abram by God Most High, Creator of heaven and earth. 20 And blessed be God Most High, who delivered your enemies into your hand.” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Return Of The King Series

Contributed by E Philip Davis on Mar 10, 2008

Jesus is depicted in Revelation 19-22 as the warrior, the judge and the loving bridegroom - then all will say "Jesus is Lord" but will we say "Jesus is my Lord"?

WHO IS THIS CHILD – RETURN OF THE KING (REVELATION 19-22) It’s with great awe and humility that I’m going to speak to you today on Revelation 19-22 – the climax of Scripture, the return of Christ the king. That’s not least because plagues and death are promised to those who add or take away from ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pictures Of The Meaning Of Christ's Coming

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 3, 2009

There are many beautiful pictures of what the coming of Jesus Christ as Messiah to bring salvation really means.

PICTURES OF THE MEANING OF CHRIST’S COMING Luke 1:57-80 Proposition: There are many beautiful pictures of what the coming of Jesus Christ as Messiah to bring salvation really means. Objective: My purpose is to help God’s children appreciate a fuller meaning of what Christ’s coming means to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Baptist

The Return Of The King Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Feb 11, 2010

A VIEW OF WHAT THE SCRIPTURES SAY ABOUT JESUS SECOND COMING

THE RETURN OF THE KING REVELATION 19:1-21 INTRODUCTION: WE ARE RE-VISITING THIS PASSAGE OF SCRIPTURE BECAUSE THE RETURN OF THE KING IS ACTUALLY THE CONCLUDING PART OF THE BATTLE OF ARMAGEDDON. JUST AT THE TIME WHEN IT SEEMS SATAN HAS WON THE DAY AND IS ABOUT TO DESTROY JERUSALEM WITH FAR ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Wrath Of God Series

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Feb 24, 2010

Message on the seven vials of God's wrath

“Reveling the Revelation” Chapter 16 – “The Wrath of God” February 28, 2010 Revelation 16 Then I heard a loud voice from the temple saying to the seven angels, "Go, pour out the seven bowls of God's wrath on the earth." The first angel went and poured out his bowl on ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-21

Denomination: Holiness