Sermons on One Way:

A Penecostal Jail Break Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Aug 25, 2006

The early church suffered much for ythe Gospel of Christ

THE BOOK OF ACTS - LESSON #10 “A Pentecostal Prison Break” Acts 5:12-28 The first century Christians suffered much for the Gospel of Christ. They were persecuted, humiliated, imprisoned and beaten all because they were faithful to Christ. Vs. 12 - The revival of signs and wonders continue. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Where Is Your Hope? Pt 4 Series

Contributed by Bill Lyle on Sep 12, 2006

A Study in First Peter

1 Peter 1:13-16 Where is your hope? I. What are the truths that require action A. You are loved by God! vs. 2 B. You are sanctified by the Spirit of God! vs. 2 C. You are born again! vs. 3 D. You have a living hope! vs. 3 E. You have an inheritance! vs. 4 F. You will face trials! vs. 6 G. You ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Where Is The Forest?

Contributed by Mark Wood on Jun 21, 2006

Dr. Wood shows that soemtimes we cannot see the forest for the trees when it come to injustice in tis world.

Verse 16 What Solomon Saw He saw what he perceived as injustice The Guilty went free The innocent suffered unjustly The rich could buy their freedom (OJ Simpson) The poor was abused Solomon makes three comments about the lack of Justice. 1) Judgment is coming Verse 17 a. These inequalities of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Witch Series

Contributed by Ray Hardee on Jan 14, 2006

This message illustrates the influence of evil in the world through the characterization of the witch.

The Witch: “Deep Magic” minimize/MAXIMIZE (Louie Giglio says we should "Zoom OUT Before You Zoom In" to get the big picture of all of our decisions. Three Certainties: § spiritual war § Enemy with a personal plan for your life-DEATH- LIAR..2nd Lie § His choices are cloaked in deception (not ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Being A New Testament Beliver

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 7, 2006

A New Testament Believer is a person who totally follows Jesus!

Being a New Testament Believer Text: II. Corinthians 3: 4-6 Paul’s trust is not self-confidence but confidence in the sufficiency of God’s Spirit, who empowers life and ministry through the shed blood of Jesus Christ! Being a New Testament believer means, that I can do what ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:4-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Sovereignty, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 5, 2006

God is in control!

These verses speak of God’s Sovereignty – “all things to work” (v.28a) not just isolated incidents! Explanation: God has promised to take your promotion as well as you demotion, your prosperity as well as your poverty, your tragedy as well as your victory, and use it to accomplish something “good” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

I Have Fought The Good Fight

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 11, 2003

This was a funeral message for a believer who had suffered a great deal with cancer.

Funeral October 9, 2002 One of the unique things about being a pastor in this denomination is the fact that very rarely do I do funerals for people I don’t know. Usually when I bring the message at a funeral service, I know the person for at least a few years. Because of this I don’t bring a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit And The Dove

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 25, 2003

The dove often symbolizes the Holy Spirit, and in studying the Biblical background about the dove, we can see why this symbol was chosen and we can be reminded of the Holy Spirit’s qualities.

The Holy Spirit and the Dove (topical) Intro 1. In our baptismal service, we followed the command of Jesus and baptized our candidates, "in the Name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit." 2. Trinity: one God, three persons or three personalities… 3. Tonight I would like to focus upon the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:16-17, Matthew 10:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Thanksgiving?

Contributed by Olayinka Alamu on May 5, 2003

Why should we give thanks

Why Thanksgiving? 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (AMP) 16Be happy [in your faith] and rejoice and be glad-hearted continually (always); 17Be unceasing in prayer [praying perseveringly]; 18Thank [God] in everything [no matter what the circumstances may be, be thankful and give thanks], for this is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Get Over It Or Die

Contributed by Richard Roberts on Jun 15, 2005

The Enemy Bites but the choice is still ours "death or life {proverbs 18:21}"

“Get Over It or Die” The Enemy Bites but the choice is still ours "death or life {proverbs 18:21}" TEXT:Acts 28:1. And when they were escaped, then they knew that the island was called Melita. 2. And the barbarous people shewed us no little kindness: for they kindled a fire, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Essentials For A Powerful Church

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 18, 2003

This was my June devotional for the Leadership team meeting that examines the powerful qualities of the Antioch church.

Essentials for A Powerful Church Acts 11:19-21 Leadership Board Meeting June 10, 2003 Introduction What does it mean to have a powerful church? What does a powerful church look like? Do we have a powerful church? AC 11:19 Now those who had been scattered by the persecution in connection with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Know What You Know!

Contributed by Mike Richardson on May 19, 2001

The reason so many "church members" fail to live for God and sometimes end up falling for every wind of doctrine even to following cults and fads, especially college kidsis because they lack the knowledge of the Word.

*Boudreaux was out fishin’ when he came back in with a boat load of fish. The game warden was watchin’ and came and said, "Boudreaux, how you caught all dem fish?" And Boudreaux say, "Com’ see." They both went out again and then Boudreaux said this is the spot. So he pulled out a stick of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word On Divorce Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Jun 18, 2001

There are lots of confusing messages today about divorce and remarriage. What does the Bible really say?

I. The Covenant of Marriage (19:3-6) A. Affirmed by Creation 1. God created 1 male & 1 female 2. The Creator determines the ideal in marriage B. Affirmed by Connection 1. Abandonment of blood relations a. ‘Leave’ – forsake utterly 2. Attachment to wife a. ‘Cleave’ – glued to C. Affirmed by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Our Privileges And Responsibilities As Children Of God

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about the relationship we have with God as His children and considers both our privileges as well as our responsibilities.

OUR PRIVILEGES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AS CHILDREN OF GOD OUTLINE 1.INHERITANCE 2.INNOCENCE 3.INSTRUCTION 4.IMAGE 5.INSTRUMENT 6.INTERCESSION 7.INTERVENTION THE MESSAGE OUR PRIVILEGES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AS CHILDREN OF GOD 1.INHERITANCE Galatians 4:6-7 John 1:12 I John 3:1 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Works In Us And Through Us

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about how God works in the life of a beleiver and makes him a useful vessel.

GOD WORKS IN US AND THROUGH US OUTLINE 1.PURPOSE 2.PREPARATION 3.PERFORMANCE 4.POWER 5.PART 6.PROVED 7.PERFECTION THE MESSAGE GOD WORKS IN US AND THROUGH US 1.PURPOSE Philippians 2:13 God works in us to fulfill His plan and purpose.We must not expect Him to work in our lives to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13

Denomination: Pentecostal