Sermons on Not Of Necessity:

Is Anything Too Hard For The Lord?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 20, 2008

In Genesis the question is asked is there any thing to hard or the Lord? Jeremiah give us the answer in Jeremiah r 32:17 that there nothing to hard for thee! Many times our faith can be tested to believe God even if the mountain is in front of us. Howeve

Is Anything Too Hard for the Lord? Genesis 18:14 KJV) Is any thing too hard for the LORD? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son. (Jer 32:17 KJV) Ah Lord GOD! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:17, Genesis 18:14, Genesis 1:1

Memorial Day Message

Contributed by David Moe on Jul 22, 2006

This message was delivered to a secular audience at the cemetery in Reed City, MI on Memorial Day, 2006.

Address given Memorial Day, 2006, at Reed City Cemetery by Rev. David Moe, Pastor of Hersey Congregational Church … “(O)ne nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” In this brief message I’ve been asked to deliver this morning, I’d like to focus on just two of those ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Bible Church

Be Forgiven Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 30, 2008

Peace and freedom comes from this command - be forgiven.

5. BE FORGIVEN (Psalm 51; 2 Samuel 12:13,14; John 4) OBEYING EVERYTHING JESUS DEMANDS Objective: Preach the awesome news of forgiveness which seeks to set people free from their past and empower them to live in the present thankful, honoring God, and ministering to others. I intend to teach the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: Church Of God

The God Of Hosea Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 2, 2008

A lesson on the love of God displayed in the life of Hosea.

The God of Hosea Hosea 1:7 Intro By the discipline of cruel events, God taught Hosea much concerning the nature and character of Israel’s God. Because of Hosea’s faith and obedience to God, he was granted insight into the deep spiritual need of his generation and was endowed with a divine ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

What's A Body To Do? Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 25, 2008

Understanding spiritual gifts unifies a body and enables it for service. #5 of 5.

Title: What’s A Body To Do? Series: Discovering God’s Special Gifts Text: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27; 31 Theme: Understanding spiritual gifts unifies a body and enables it for service. Introduction: The Heretic I was walking in San Francisco along the Golden Gate Bridge when I saw a man about to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Whole Counsel Of God

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 6, 2007

To declare “the whole counsel of God” requires the declaration of these wonderful truths about the Lord Jesus.

THE WHOLE COUNSEL OF GOD "Therefore I testify to you this day that I am innocent of the blood of all men. For I have not shunned to declare to you the whole counsel of God.” Acts 20: 26-27. Paul had called for the elders of the church at Ephesus to meet him in Miletus. Paul did not want to spend ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Shepherd's Covenant

Contributed by Mark Price on Jun 29, 2007

Upon hearing H.B London speak at a leadership congference, and haveing read the book "The Speherd’s Covenant for Pastors," I utilized the principles in the covenant to share my heart with the church. You can go to http://www.parsonage.org/shepherds/index

Text: Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend. Introduction I have had the privilege of attending some great conferences since I have been in ministry. But of all those I have attended, one that places among the most beneficial to my personal ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: *other

An American Idol: Wealth

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 9, 2007

A sermon on godliness with contentment.

An American Idol: Wealth I Tim. 6:6-10 INTRO.: Idolatry is one of the sins God hates most. The very first commandment of the Decalogue is Ex 20:3 “You shall have no other gods before me.” Yet, sometimes we worship things that are not God. We put them before God. We strive to be able to amass more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living From The Inside Out Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 25, 2006

FRUITFUL LIFE - All want a life that’s fruitful - Might think… lives we lead to Christ… certainly includes - BUT FRUIT IS ALL THAT IS COMING FORTH

Order is a relative term—Order lies within/ the order that matters is below deck - Titanic—captain influenced to impress others pushed her… at the bridge… manage what’s below the deck everyone sees… casual… - Ice…what’s below… the ballast is being lost…>Picture of tragic irony… see below & ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Furnishings Of Faith

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006

Three things that should be found in the life of any man or woman of faith: An altar of dedication to the will of the Saviour A tent of detachment from the ways of society A well of dependence on the Word of the Spirit.

THE FINISHING OF FAITH Hebrews 11 could be called "The Saints Hall of Fame", "The Westminster Abbey of Scripture", and "The Honor Roll of the Old Testament Saints." It deals with the excellency of faith. We observe faith worshipping, walking, working, waiting, warring, and faith winning. We ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:25

Denomination: Baptist

King Of Kings And Lord Of Lords

Contributed by Sam Peters on Feb 27, 2007

A Palm Sunday Message of the King of kings.

King of kings and Lord of lords This morning we looked at Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem. As the Jews hailed Him as their coming king they waved the palm branches and scattered their cloaks before Him. In only a week’s time, the tide turned. Just a week later many of these same people ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Bullet Proof Series

Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 8, 2008

Be Prepared! The devil is plotting against you right now; to steal from you, kill you, and destroy you. He never sleeps, never goes on vacation, and never takes a break scheming on how to end our prosperity.

WMD – Our Armor Many Christians walk around completely unprotected and that’s why we need the armor of God. When a knight in armour was killed in battle, what sign did they put on his grave? A: Rust in peace! (SURVEY) (SURVEY) For those of us that life is great… I believe it was Lincoln that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Courage

Contributed by F R on Aug 17, 2008

Encouragement to the believers when facing dark days

Courage Necessity of Courage: Courage is essential for a soldier in battle and for the soldier of Christ in the fight of faith Courage is the strength of the soul Spiritual strength includes steadfastness, bravery, faith and honesty Such does not come by accident by is deliberately ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

An Attitude Adjustment

Contributed by Phillip Day on Dec 30, 2008

Paul tells us what attitude we need to glorify God.

An Attitude Adjustment Philippians 2:1-18 I. The Necessary Example—Jesus (v. 1-11) a. Necessities of the church (v. 1) i. Trust in Christ ii. Encouragement because of love iii. Spirit-filled gatherings (John 4:23-24) iv. Compassion among believers (Colossians 3:12; John 13:34-35) ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Go All The Way

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

To follow Christ we must be willing to go all the way!

“Let’s Go All The Way” Text: II Kings 2:1-15 What motivated Elisha to request a double portion? Had he seen the power that Elijah had and determined it wasn’t enough? Was his motive carnal? Did he just want more power so that he could make a name for himself? Or did he recognize that problems ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal