Sermons on Obsessive Thoughts:

Put Away Bitterness

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 17, 2012

What is bitterness? Where does it come from? What should Christians do about bitterness. Paul tells us.

"Put Away Bitterness" Ephesians 4:31-5:2 Intro: Recently I was pulling out of a parking space in Leah’s DoodleBug. I was beside a bus so I had to pull half way out to see is anything was coming. A car was driving down the lane, far too fast and had to swerve to miss me. I signaled my apology ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Temptations Of Christ

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 12, 2011

Jesus being tempted in three important areas of life 1. Our need for food 2. Our need for identity and 3. Our need to worship The choice is how we respond

Introduction Leo Tolstoy tells this story: A young Russian inherits his father’s small farm. He immediately starts dreaming of how to expand his property when one morning a well-dressed stranger visits him and makes him an offer that is too good to be true. He could have free of charge ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Are You A Modern Day Idolater? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore the concept of idolatry, not just as the worship of physical idols, but as anything that takes the place of God in our lives, and to guide us in identifying, eliminating, and finding freedom from such forms of idolatry.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Today, we're going to tackle a topic that is as old as humanity itself and yet, it is as current as the news on your phone. We'll be talking about idolatry. Now, you might be thinking, "Idolatry? Isn't that about bowing down to golden calves and such? I don't ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14

Topics: Idolatry

More Of You In 2002

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 31, 2001

In 2002 we need to actively dispense more of God’s Grace, more Offerings to God, more Love, and more Forgiveness to others in the Body of Christ. Because the more G.O.L.F. we play the more we will impact our community.

More of you Lord in 2002 Thesis: In 2002 we need to actively dispense more of God’s love, God’s grace, and God’s forgiveness to others in the Body of Christ and outside the Body of Christ. Because the more of Him we allow to flow the more power we experience. Introduction: I believe this next ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-14, 2 Timothy 1:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Temples Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 23, 2012

Believers in Jesus are tied into the history and future of Israel. One way to survey God’s dealings with Israel past and future is to survey their central sanctuaries (temples)

The Temples (topical) 1. A tourist is traveling with a guide through one of the thickest jungles in South America, when he comes across an ancient Mayan temple. The tourist is entranced by the temple, and asks the guide for details. To this, the guide states that archaeologists are carrying out ...read more

Scripture: John 2:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reading The Times Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 1, 2008

Christians wait and watch for Jesus’ return. We know the season, but we don’t know the time, and we live in the paradox.

Mark 13:24-37 “Reading the Times” INTRODUCTION There is probably not a day that goes by that we don’t wait. We might wait for a train at Bell and Grand, or wait in a line at the grocery store, or twiddle our time away waiting to see a doctor. Waiting is a part of lives, even though none of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Demonization:the Methods Through Which Demons Inluence Individuals And The Series

Contributed by Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji on Jun 26, 2014

A systematic studies of demons:their nature,power,influence and limitations.An essential knowledge for every spirit filled believer who intend to live an over-comers' lifestyle

Demons are not dead. In fact they are alive and well. They can be cast out but they cannot die. To say demons should die, with the expectation that they cease from existing is very unscriptural and cheer was of time and efforts. In order to understand how demons can affect mankind, we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wisdom From Above Series

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Oct 3, 2018

A sermon on wisdom. James says that God gave us our bodies to receive gifts from Him, and wisdom is just one of those things. This sermon also describes and applies the wisdom from above

As a kid, did your parents ever put soap in your mouth? I can admit that it once happened to me. It is one of the earliest memories that I have. I can still remember sitting on the bathroom counter of our apartment, with a bitter, unpleasant, ivory colored bar of soap in my mouth that ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6, James 3:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Beginning Ministry Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jan 4, 2016

The beginning of Christ's ministry here on earth. The pivotal event was the arrest of John the Baptist.

I. Introduction A. A little old lady sold pretzels on a street corner for 25 cents each. Every day a young man would leave his office building at lunch time and, as he passed her pretzel stand, he would leave her a quarter, but would never take a pretzel. This went on for more than five years. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

How Do We Forgive?

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 5, 2007

Forgiveness is a big problem in our lives. This message addresses our need to forgive.

HOW DO WE FORGIVE? Matthew 18:21-35 INTRO: Simon Peter’s question was a sincere one. He wanted to know exactly what the Master expected out of him. The prominent Rabbis of the day were teaching that one should forgive his brother three times. Was that enough? Peter wondered. So one day he asked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Holiness201

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 4, 2013

We look at part two of holiness series. Being careful not to abuse the Grace of God and not allowing a root of bitterness to grow in our hearts.

Holiness 201 Hebrews 12:14-24 Introduction- For several weeks, we have been looking at practical applications to God’s Word for our lives. We looked at holiness from 1 Peter. Where Peter tells us Verse (13) “Prepare your minds for action, be self-controlled, set your hopes fully ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-24

Denomination: Nazarene

It's A Wonderful Life When We Discover A Divine Perspective Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 30, 2010

THERE ARE FOUR POWERFUL THINGS ABOUT A DIVINE PERSPECTIVE THAT MAKES IT A WONDERFUL LIFE.

It's A Wonderful Life When We Discover a Divine Perspective December 14th Late in the movie It's a Wonderful Life, George Bailey's uncle Billy has lost an $8,000 deposit on the day of the Bank Examiners visit. When it can't be found he despairs, considers suicide and ultimately thinks that the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Avoiding Loss Or Becoming A Champion? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 2, 2013

God wants to transform us from loss-avoiders to champions.

Avoiding Loss or Becoming a Champion? (Judges 6:1-32) 1. Loss aversion means instead of playing to win, we play not to lose. We get much more misery from losing $100 than we get joy from being given $100. One authority writes; 2. “For example, ever wonder why retail clothing stores have ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Nobody That God Can Use

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 16, 2007

The LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.

_______________________________________________ + New PowerPoint Slide > Transition Within Slide _______________________________________________ - Samuel had to pass Gibeah + 1 Sam 15:34 — Map > Ramah - Samuel’s Home > Gibeah - Saul’s Home > Bethlehem - David’s home + Samuel’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Crucified World Series

Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Sep 10, 2007

Sermon #23 in Galatians. Final paragraph, written by Paul’s hand. Sums up spirit of the letter, Way of the world vs. Way of the Cross

THE CRUCIFIED WORLD GAL 6: 11-18 INTRO CONFORMITY – (what do you think of when I say the word) SCHOOL, PEER PRESSURE INCREDIBLE PRESSURE TO CONFORM LOOK A CERTAIN WAY ACT A CERTAIN WAY BE IN CERTAIN GROUPS SHUN CERTAIN PEOPLE (CRUEL) KID ON BASEBALL TEAM IN SHERWOOD, COACH PUNISHED HIM ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Baptist