Sermons on Not Because:

Die To Sin Or Die Of Sin

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 20, 2009

Are we willing to die to the flesh or because of the flesh?

Acts 5:1-11 An man was walking on the beach and found a magic lamp. He picked it up, rubbed it, and a genie appeared. “Because you have freed me,” the genie said, “I will grant you a wish.” The man thought for a moment and then responded, “My brother and I had a fight 30 years ago and he hasn’t ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Free - Not Guilty

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Mar 11, 2008

We are not condemned because Jesus paid the price.

Text: “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit.” According to the American Heritage Dictionary, the word “condemn” has a number of meanings: 1. to express disapproval – denounce 2. to judge to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

If ... Then Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Sep 2, 2007

Because you are raised in Christ, you are...

Pentecost 10 If…then Col 3:1-11, Eccl. 1:2,12-14 2:18-26, Luke 12:13-21 8/5 † In the Name of the Lord Jesus † Grace and peace are gifts to you, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ! Basic@ Programming - Conditional Stattements If you have been raised with Christ See prior chapter ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Breaking Our Addictions Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 1, 2009

Because of grace, Jesus took our place.

Breaking Our Addictions Isaiah 53 Rev. Brian Bill 2/1/09 Steve Salvator Interview Is it really possible to be free from addictions? Steve’s story shows how Jesus became His bondage breaker. I submit to you this morning that the best way to break free is by putting your faith and trust in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Age & Praise

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 21, 2009

Age enhances praise because of authentic experiences.

Age & Praise Psalm 63: 3 “Because thy loving kindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee.” Age is maturity gained though wisdom Praise is acknowledging the sovereignty of God I met with a childhood friend of mine the other day for lunch. He looked at me and said; man you have a lot ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How Did Nathan Know Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on May 1, 2007

just because he was sitting under a tree...

How Did Nathan Know? Epiphany 2 - January 15th John 1:43-51 † IN His Name! † Grace to you, and peace from God our Father, and the Lord, Jesus Christ! A great Confession, often overlooked! Matt 16:16 But how did he know? In the gospels, there are a number of confessions about who Jesus was. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

Independance Day, 2007

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 29, 2007

Celebrating the freedom you have BECAUSE of Jesus!

Independence Day, 2007 Romans 13:1-7 Introduction Today we take a break from our study in Revelation to focus on preparing to celebrate our nation’s Independence Day. As many will attest, the 4th of July comes with several mixed celebrations all across the country. From bar-b-ques to fireworks ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's Love Got To Do With It?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 22, 2015

Love is all that because all that matters is love.

Love him who tells you your faults in private. It is easier to guard a sack full of fleas than a girl in love. Love does not pay attention to dignity. - (Jewish Proverbs) Gen_29:20 And Jacob served seven years for Rachel; and they seemed unto him but a few days, for the love he had to her. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:20

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Not Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 26, 2015

Because of Christmas we do not need to fear

[“The News” video] We live in a world where there is certainly no shortage of news. We have ABC News, NBC News, CBS News and all their local affiliates. We have the Cable News Network and Fox News. We have the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, USA Today and the Arizona Daily ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Working Like A Dog Or A Saint?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 14, 2014

Is work a dirty word because of the Curse or a mninstry?

The Sexton and the Wagon Driver The children of Rabbi Shmuel of Lubavitch, the fourth Chabad-Lubavitch Rebbe, once debated Judaism's contribution to "living life." Their father, weighing in on their discussion, summoned his simpleminded sexton, Bentzion. The Rebbe inquired: "Bentzion, did you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Life Seriously Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 18, 2014

Because the pre-born are people, they must be protected.

Taking Life Seriously Jeremiah 1:5 Rev. Brian Bill January 18-19, 2014 A lot of things happened in 1973, 41 years ago. I was a teenager with a face filled with acne and an appetite for adventure. Beth was a cute ten-year-old dreaming of her Prince Charming from the Dairy State. Notre Dame ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Glory

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Apr 18, 2014

Because he lives we can too.

Resurrection Glory Acts 4: 4:33 And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all. Physical death for a Christian is not a period but a comma. It takes the sunset to have aq sunrise. It ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:33

Denomination: Baptist

Mary's Magnificat

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 16, 2016

Mary is overflowing with praise because of the greatness of God!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • When is it the easiest to offer praise to God? • Is it when great things happen or when circumstances work out in one’s favor? • As we get to this final message in this series, we must take note of one thing. • Mary has had quite a wonderful journey thus far. Today we ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Love

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Jan 22, 2018

God is full of love because He is Love

The book of 1 John 4:18 records this about God He who does not love does not know God, for God is love. And in John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. Also in 1 John 4:19 We love Him ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Purposeful Living For Perilous Times Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Because the end is near… pray, love, and serve.

Honestly, many of us are little afraid of closely examining the Bible’s message on the future. If we focus on the end times too long, we are afraid of turning into a guy walking around the city with a sandwich board yelling about judgment and the end of time. We easily get confused when reading ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11, Luke 21:34-35

Denomination: Baptist