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Mark And Way

Contributed by Timothy Liang on Jan 21, 2006

A very serious subject all Christians have to deal with is - what are our mark and the way to the mark? Because only when we truly see the mark, can we have the strength to run toward it; only when we know the way, can we reach our mark.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2017) (PowerPoint slides used in this sermon are available at no charge. Just e-mail me at mnewland@sstelco.com with your request - #254.) (This sermon is largely my adaptation of an excellent sermon by Dennis Slaughter, now Minister ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is The Virgin Birth Necessary? Series

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Nov 15, 2006

Jesus is the only baby ever born that had an earthly mother but no earthly father. He had a heavenly Father but no heavenly mother. He’s the only baby ever born who was older than his mother and the same age as his father. When Jesus was born the Bible sa

Is the virgin birth necessary? Luke 1: 26 - 38 11/15/06 The birth of a baby is nothing unusual. But the Bible says when Jesus was born He was born of a virgin. Now there has never been a birth like that before. I know that you have heard me say this before; Jesus is the only baby ever born that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Developing Discerning Spirits Or One Might Say The Spirit Of Truth & Error

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 17, 2005

I remember a fellow saying: "Don’t believe anything you hear and only half of what you see!" I was only a teenager when I heard this bit of wisdom from a heart that had grown cynical. However cynical the person who spoke these words, I realized there

Developing Discerning Spirits Or One Might Say The Spirit Of Truth And Error Sunday, April 07, 2002 This morning I certainly hope that you all have your bibles with you as I will be using quite a lot of scripture in my sermon. Let’s turn if you will to, 1 John 4:1-6 Beloved, believe not every ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Does God Hear The Prayers Of Sinners?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 29, 2013

DOES GOD HEAR THE PRAYERS OF SINNERS? In this sermon outline we look at John 9:31 where the healed blind man says that we know that God does not hear sinners. Is this so? We point out that the answer true only to the point that God hears only one prayer

DOES GOD HEAR THE PRAYERS OF SINNERS? In this sermon outline we look at John 9:31 where the healed blind man says that we know that God does not hear sinners. Is this so? We point out that the answer true only to the point that God hears only one prayer from the sinner. Everything else before ...read more

Scripture: John 9:26-31

The Shepherd & The Sheep 2 Of 6

Contributed by Charles La Porte on Jun 5, 2017

Too many times we approach God as though He is some kind of cosmic Santa Clause. We are distant and removed, and our only motive is to get something from Him. With God, we only want to receive blessing, or direction or instruction from Him. Yet God wants

The Shepherd & The Sheep 2 Friends With The King Announce the LIFE DISCIPLESHIP classes John 15:15 Too many times we approach God as though He is some kind of cosmic Santa Clause. We are distant and removed, and our only motive is to get something from Him. With God, we only want to receive ...read more

Scripture: John 15:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blind Bartimaeus Healed Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 10, 2018

He believed that this could be his only chance to see again, and he was determined to meet the only one that can make him see again. He had to get Jesus’ attention, so he yelled as loud as he could, “Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me.

Saturday, October 27, 2012 Jericho (38) Blind Bartimaeus Healed Mark 10:46-52, Luke 18:35-43 46 And they came to Jericho: and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the highway side begging. Jericho which was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Cry For Sight: Bartimaeus' Faith Journey SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

He believed that this could be his only chance to see again, and he was determined to meet the only one that can make him see again. He had to get Jesus’ attention, so he yelled as loud as he could, "Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me."

Today, we will explore the remarkable story of Blind Bartimaeus, a man who desperately sought to regain his sight. This encounter with Jesus in the city of Jericho teaches us valuable lessons about faith, persistence, and the power of God to transform lives. Verse 46: As Jesus and His disciples ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Topics: Faith, Healing, Perseverance

Giving God Our Best

Contributed by James Torrence on Jun 5, 2004

Abraham gave God his best, his son Isaac. If we will only give God our best, we to can receive God’s best. WE need to take a lesson from Abraham!

Giving God Our Best By: Rev. James Torrence Genesis 22:1-19 Text: Verse 9 Hebrews 11:17 – By faith Abraham, when he tried was tried, offered up Isaac; and he that had received the promises offered up his only begotten son, Here in these scriptures we find something that most or all of us have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19, Hebrews 11:17

Denomination: Methodist

James: The Apostle Of Passion Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 2, 2018

While a lack of passion leads to spiritual complacency, the wrong kind of passion leads to unholy acts! Today’s sermon is going to focus on the life of Apostle James who learned firsthand that passion is only good when aligned with the will of Christ!

James: The Apostle of Passion Luke 9:51-56, Matthew 20:20-28 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Do you have passion to serve the Lord? You know the kind of passion that is so strong that you cannot and will not contain your desire to serve God no matter what the cost! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-56, Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does Your Church Need You?

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Oct 6, 2013

We tend to think we go to church only to get, but in truth, we go to church to give. We don't go to church, we are the church and each member is valuable and needed.

Just as it takes every ligament to hold a physical body together, it takes each member in the body of Christ to do their part in order for the church to be strong and hold together. When each part functions the body grows and stays strong. When a part of the physical body fails to function or is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

#12~ Nine~ Bible Number Meanings

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jan 9, 2012

As we look into the meaning of Bible number meanings, it will be evident that only God could do such a marvelous thing, it will cause our faith in God to increase. The sceptics and unbelievers can not explain away these solid facts, praise be too our Grea

#12~ NINE~ BIBLE NUMBER MEANINGS 1-7-12 Today we’ll continue with the meaning of Bible number, and today the number is NINE. Nine is found 133 times in our KJ Bible. The number NINE speaks of FINALITY or DIVINE COMPLETENESS FROM THE ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Minions By The Bunch Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 7, 2017

This message begins our series "Minions: Playing Second Fiddle for God" and looks at the 12 Apostles and how they served and changed the world.

Minions by the Bunch When you hear the word “Minion” what do you think of? For some, you think of little yellow people in blue pants. For others, you have your own favorite minions from years past. The Disney films we grew up with were filled with Minions, albeit with other names. Snow ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

Character Study Of Ishmael Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 21, 2025

Ishmael's story teaches us the importance of trusting God’s timing and avoiding decisions based on impatience. While human efforts can bring temporary success, only God’s promises bring true fulfilment.

CHARACTER STUDY OF ISHMAEL – SON OF ABRAHAM AND HAGAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 16:10-12 "The angel of the Lord also said to her, 'I will surely multiply your offspring so that they cannot be numbered for multitude.' And the angel of the Lord said to her, 'Behold, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:10-12, Genesis 17:18-21, Genesis 21:8-21, Galatians 4:22-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wood's Never Too Wet For Revival

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 22, 2016

This is a rewrite of Jeffrey Sims’ message of the same title. The pouring of water on the wood not only helped confirm to the spectators the miraculous nature of the fire, but it symbolized the impossibly of revival taking place.

THE WOOD’S NEVER TOO WET FOR REVIVAL 1 Kgs 18:21-39 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HOW TO GET ATTENTION 1. George Phillips of Mississippi, was going to bed when his wife told him that he'd left the light on in the shed. George started out to the shed, but saw some men in the process of stealing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Restoring The Heart Of Christianity Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 20, 2014

It is important to restore not only the form of New Testament Christianity, but also the heart of New Testament Christianity. One word that sums up the heart of New Testament Christianity is COMMITMENT.

Introduction: A. I like the old story told of the preacher and song leader who didn’t like each other very much and refused to cooperate with each other. 1. One week the preacher preached on commitment, and how they should dedicate themselves to service. The song leader then led the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ