Sermons on Oil From A Bible:

A Church Of Impact

Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Mar 12, 2002

The world is making an impact on the Church, but is the Church making an impact in the Word?

What has made an impact on you lately? Your family? Your neighbors? Your town? Your world? How many would say the Church has impacted their lives? Some might answer with the affirmative. But the greater question is not has the church impacted you, but ?Have you as the Church made an impact ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

I Know That I Can Stand

Contributed by Robert Thomas on Mar 12, 2002

A look at the life of Daniel to gain strenght to stand for the Lord in any situation

I Know That I Can Stand Daniel 1 Introduction: NOTICE: While in this office speak in a low, soothing tone and do not disagree with me in any manner. Please be informed that excess noise and any non-concurrence causes great gastric difficulty, hyper-peristalsis, hyper-secretion of the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Paul's Principles Of Dealing With Opposition In Ministry Observed At Ephesu

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 14, 2002

Paul’s Principles of Dealing With Opposition in Ministry Observed at Ephesus: Acts 19:8-41

Paul’s Principles of Dealing With Opposition in Ministry Observed at Ephesus: Acts 19:8-41 Illustration: (Controlling Anger) This brings to mind a story told about Tommy Bolt who was on the professional golfing tour in the 1950’s. Tommy had earned the reputation of being a man of anger. He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Suffering Of The Present Series

Contributed by Chuck Hendrix on Feb 15, 2001

Coping is made esier with the right perspective.

SUFFERING OF THE PRESENT By Chuck Hendrix A farmer was driving his pickup with his dog in the seat next to him and a horse trailer in tow behind him. On a dangerous curve, the farmer was forced off the road by a large truck. A highway patrolman happened upon the accident and quickly assessed the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transformation Through Listening

Contributed by John Vella on Mar 2, 2001

Stop, Look, Listen...Listening is an important key to developing our spiritual lives.(Second Sunday of Lent - C)

Seeds for Sowing, Vol. V, Issue 2, No. 16 Second Sunday in Lent - Year C March 11, 2001 Readings: * Gen. 15:5-12, 17-18 * Phil. 3:17 - 4:1 * Lk. 9:28 - 36 Transformation Through Listening Stop, Look, Listen When we come to a railroad crossing that doesn’t have any signals or flashing lights, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Catholic

The Purpose Of Your Life

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

What is your purpose in life? The same as that of the Lord Jesus Christ! Glorifying God! But we all do that in our own God-given unique way.

“THE PURPOSE OF YOUR LIFE” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 17:1-5 As a man was driving down the freeway, his car phone rang. When he answered, he heard his wife warn him urgently, "George, I just heard on the news that there’s a car going the wrong way on 280. Please ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

A Faith That Soothes The Soul—part 3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 26, 2003

Part 3 of a 6-part sermon. The faith of the Thessalonian Christians brought a thankfulness to God’s apostles, Paul, Silvanus & Timothy. What kind of faith soothes the apostle’s soul or give him absolute freedom in which to operate?

A FAITH THAT SOOTHES THE SOUL-III—1Thessalonians 1:1-10 The faith of the Thessalonian Christians brought a thankfulness to God’s apostles, Paul, Silvanus & Timothy. A church’s faith can soothe the souls of God’s apostles/messengers/delegates. The faith of a body of believers can soothe the soul ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Changing Our Behavior In The New Year

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Dec 30, 2002

This message confronts Herod’s behavior, and how we as Christians need to change our behvior to be more reflective of a Christian lifestyle.

This time of year, many people get around to making some "New Years Resolutions". No doubt, some well intended resolutions that may last for a while, but not all resolutions get kept, and most have gone by the way saide within just a few short weeks. But I want us as we approach a New year to think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

The Weakest Link

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jan 13, 2003

A chain is only as strong as it’s weakest link,what is the weak link in the chain of our faith life?

Josh 1:8 The Weakest Link This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ungratefulness Of Religious People

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 28, 2002

In this text, Jesus reveals how prevelant ungratefulness is among religious people.

Introduction: Today many people will be celebrating what is called; "Thanksgiving Day." Parade goers will fill the streets. People will fill their yards with lavish eating and drinking. The smell of barbecue sauce will permeates the air. It is a tragedy that this day like most others have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Have A Very Gadarene Christmas

Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Nov 13, 2002

The essentials of the Christmas story are present in the deliverance of the man who had the Legion.

It’s been said that “Familiarity breeds contempt.” Now, that’s not always the case. Certainly, in a close relationship, like a marriage, intimate, loving familiarity becomes one of the “load-bearing walls.” It’s what keeps the structure standing upright. It’s what supports the weight and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Bless You Sermon 5: Applying The Blessing

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 18, 2002

To bless a person is to add value or prosper them.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Definition: To bless a person is to add value or prosper them. 2. Review: a. God wants to bless people. b. God uses His people to bless others. c. We must be blessed before we can bless others. d. God has a formula to bless others. e. A person has added value when ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Whereby Shall I Know This?

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 7, 2002

This passage illustrates how dangerous it can be to doubt God’s promises.

WHEREBY SHALL I KNOW THIS? Luke 1:18 INTRO. Isn’t it amazing that there are events in past history that we accept without question as having happened in a most marvelous way but should the same thing happen to us we would be inclined to doubt! Zach. Is an old man and his wife has been barren ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:18

Denomination: Baptist

Consecration

Contributed by Vladimir Lukyanov on Oct 8, 2002

And who then is willing to consecrate his service this day unto the LORD?

*** This sermon was written and preached by my pastor John Clapp *** Permission to use it was granted. He can be reached at pastorjohn@lakewebs.net Intro 1 Furthermore David the king said unto all the congregation, Solomon my son, whom alone God hath chosen, is yet young and tender, and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Enjoying Your Salvation

Contributed by Keith Shuler on Oct 25, 2002

Maintain the internal until God changes the external...

Enjoying your Salvation 1 Peter 1:13-16 In the previous verses the Apostle Peter focused primarily on the finished works of Christ. He focused on what the Lord had provided and acquired for the believer, thus giving us all that’s needed in order to live as successful believers. Simply said, He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13

Denomination: Baptist