Sermons on Not Sure:

Worship That Costs You Everything Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Jan 6, 2004

Have you realized that the Christian life is about surrender and not conformity? Many who come to Jesus think that the first thing they need to do is conform to the status quo of the group - dress like others, talk like the others, make sure their prayers

1Some time later God tested Abraham. He said to him, “Abraham!” “Here I am,” he replied. 2Then God said, “Take your son, your only son, Isaac, whom you love, and go to the region of Moriah. Sacrifice him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains I will tell you about.” 3Early the next ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spirituality - How To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 28, 2000

Spirituality and carnality are abolute states. You can KNOW FOR SURE how to be filled with the Holy Spirit, and it’s totally a function of grace when you name your sins to God. It has NOTHING to do with works ("yielding", "surrendering", etc.)

Spirituality - How To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit (1 John 1:9) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/spiritl.html] While the most confused issue for the unbeliever has to be the gospel with so many false choices and imitations, I believe ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"The Day That God Dropped His Jaw!"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jun 14, 2004

If you had followed Jesus around during his earthly walk, each day I am sure that you would have had a reason to marvel over and over again. On this occasion we read that Jesus marveled at the faith of the centurion.

Title: “The day God dropped his jaw!” If you had followed Jesus around during his earthly walk, each day I am sure that you would have had a reason to marvel at his "amazing grace." You would have been awed by his wisdom and the majesty of his miracles. On this occasion we read that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10, Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Brightness In Darkness

Contributed by Sam Evangelista on Jun 29, 2007

Born-again believersof Jesus Christ have all the reasons to rejoice even in the midst of hardship and trials of their lives as they continue to love and serve Him because they are assured of the Lord’s unfailing promise: "And surely I am with you always,

God can bring brightness in the darkest moment of our lives when... 1. Our adversities are God’s opportunities...(vs.12,13) a. For our salvation b. For spiritual maturity c. For mission and evangelism 2. Our situation becomes others’ motivation. (vs.14-18) Paul’s zeal in the ministry ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Healing

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

Divine Healing Divine healing is an integral part of the gospel. Deliverance from sickness is provided for in the atonement, and is the privilege of all believers. Isaiah 53 4 Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did

Divine Healing Divine healing is an integral part of the gospel. Deliverance from sickness is provided for in the atonement, and is the privilege of all believers. Isaiah 53 4 Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is It Wrong To Question Our Faith

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 13, 2007

Should we question our faith? Lets start there. The short answer is YES we should and can question our faith. You can be sure that an unbelieving world will be right there pointing an accusatory finger at us saying prove it.

Is it wrong to question our faith? Questions, we all have hundreds and thousands of questions. It is one of the ways we learn. The other day a co-worker asked me a really good question. The bible tells us we must be ready to answer such questions. 1Peter 3:15 15But in your hearts set apart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Where's Rabbi Klein

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Feb 24, 2008

We need to be sure that we understand the gospel message..salvation is only by faith in Jesus Christ. And as we understand the gospel message we can appreciate the salvation God provided for us that cost us nothing, but cost the life of His Son

I first met Rabbi Klein in September 1973 when he officiated at the wedding of my father and stepmother. He performed the wedding in his study and it was a simple Jewish wedding with family present. My sisters and I had not wanted to go but my mother told us we should go. I really did not have ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How Far Would You Go? Series

Contributed by David Asch on Nov 21, 2005

What lengths would you go to in order to secure God’s blessing on what you do? Do you want God to bless your desires? How can we be sure of God’s blessing in what we pursue?

HOW FAR WOULD YOU GO? Ruth 4:1-12 INTRO: Film clip showing something going the great lengths to get someone’s blessing: Meet the Parents. I’m always surprised at the lengths people sometimes go to in order to get my blessing on something. I guess they think that, since I’m the pastor, if they get ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Silent, No More!

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Feb 16, 2006

Christians have allowed the world to determine how we are to live and believe. It’s time we stand up and began being heard. But make sure you are not going to the wrong places and the wrong people to sound off your voice.

Silent, No More! Luke 19:40 The news continues to share with us the many stories of how this world is falling apart. How some people work to remove everything that has to do with God! You see it in our: Schools Courthouse Jobs Corporate America What should we do? *Read Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:40

Denomination: Baptist

The Test Of Fellowship

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jan 31, 2004

Now after all of this John foresees a question that will be raised by the recipients of this letter. The question: How do we know if we really know God? One translation of the Scriptures puts it this way, “How can we be sure that we belong to Him?”

Living the Life Series: The Test of Fellowship Scripture Reference: 1 John 1:3 - 6 Introduction Last week’s game between the Washington Redskins and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was an awesome game. It appeared in the first half of the game that the Redskins had showed up to play having got out to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Soul Care 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 23, 2015

You soul needs to be healthy and whole if you want a successful life. But to do this requires soul searching on our part as well as soul care. Soul care is our responsibility so we need to make sure that we do it regularly.

Testimonies: Melinda, Tom, Rochelle, myself Soul Care pt. 4 Opening Video Illustration: Soul Surfer – The Bethany Hamilton Story Quotes on Power point by Bethany: “I believe in Jesus Christ, and I believe He gave me the passion and determination to continue surfing. You fall off the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37, Acts 12:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reach For God's Perfect Righteousness

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 23, 2014

God calls us to the highest standards: 1. Always be believable (vs. 33-37). 2. Bend over backwards for other people (vs. 38-42). 3. Make sure you belong to the Father's family (vs. 43-48).

Reach for God's Perfect Righteousness Matthew 5:33-48 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 23 2013 *When Randy Hawkins was in his 40's, he played softball on a team a lot of younger guys. During one game, Randy was playing third base when a line drive was hit right over his head. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-48

Denomination: Baptist

Migrant Workers

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 5, 2015

We have to make sure we are making a positive impact on our family, because they are the ones we are around the most, plus they have been given to us or put into our life, so that we can minster to them, witness to them!

Matthew 10:5-10-These twelve Jesus sent out and commanded them, saying: "Do not go into the way of the Gentiles, and do not enter a city of the Samaritans. 6 But go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. 7 And as you go, preach, saying, 'The kingdom of heaven is at hand.' 8 Heal the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Shepherd Preaches About Jesus

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 21, 2012

A short talk for our 2012 Christingle Services where we get to share Jesus with about 700 people, many of whom are not sure about their faith. This short talk is given by a Shepherd, telling what happened when the angel spoke to him.

Q: What is a shepherd’s favourite karate move? A: The Lamb Chop! Q: When a male sheep opens the door of the sheep pen for his favourite lady sheep what does he say? A: After ewe! Q: What do sheep like to play at a casino? A: Woolette! Q: Why did the ram jump off the cliff? A: Because he didn’t see ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Anglican

Who Cares?

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 28, 2011

ver felt like no one cares? We all have those "Who Cares?" moments when we aren’t even sure that God really cares. Take heart . . . He cares, He is with us, He is still able!

Who Cares? It is an interesting phrase. Just the tone with which it is spoken can determine its intention and meaning. It can be used to show disdain and lack of concern. I can remember in high school our girl’s basketball team made the state playoffs and while the other team’s players were being ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Pentecostal