Sermons on Operate:

The Lord Blessed Them And They Threw It Away.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Nov 18, 2014

If we are dead, numb, and lifeless as is said by some about the Church then what does that say about us. Because we are the Church.

We are celebrating this week; its Thanksgiving in our Country. I hope Americans truly understand why we have this great country and where the many blessings come from. I hope we are giving to God what is God's. 91% of Americans have turkey for Dinner. And so... I was thinking about Butterball ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:7-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dependence Day

Contributed by James Price Jr on Jul 2, 2018

We like to think of ourselves as "independent." We should never want or desire independence from God. Even in our independence, we must rely on Him for many things.

DEPENDENCE DAY (Isaiah 64:8; Jeremiah 18:5-10) Each year, on July 4th, America celebrates its “birthday.” On the 4th of July in the year 1776 – some 242 years ago, a group of colonists (who were technically Englishmen themselves) drafted a document called the Declaration of Independence – ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Are We Supposed To Treat Our Enemies? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 19, 2021

We are children of God. God commands us to love our enemies. Taking vengeance on those who wrong us is a normal natural human attitude. As Christians, loving our enemies serves as one of the most powerful witnessing tools.

We are children of God. God commands us to love our enemies. Taking vengeance on those who wrong us is normal natural human attitude. As Christians, loving our enemies, serves as one of the most powerful witnessing tools. God calls us to be salt and light, to stand out in the crowd displaying ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:34, Matthew 7:16, John 3:17, Romans 5:8-10

Building Each Other Up

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Mar 18, 2023

As a Body of believers, each one of us are responsible for building the Kingdom of God. One important aspect in this process is being actively involved in building one another up.

“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” (Ephesians 4:9) "Therefore encourage one another and build one another up" (1 Thessalonians 5:11) As a Body of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Ephesians 4:9

Denomination: Other

Jesus And Creation Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 20, 2023

Paul says that for by Him all things were created, both in the heavens and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities, all things have been created through Him and for Him (Colossians 1:16). Jesus Christ is the creator.

Mark 4:35-41 Jesus and the creations Creation: Genesis 1:1 “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” But, John 1:1 “In the beginning was the Word.” THAT WORD WAS CHRIST. Christ created and sustains the world. In the book of Hebrews, we read that He is the Son through whom God ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Methodist

Destiny Bats

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 27, 2004

Ignorance about your identity is bad, the day you know who you are in Christ is the day you have won the greatest battle.Therefore, if your purpose for living is discovered life has meaning.

If you are embarking on a journey and you don’t have a destination someone will tell you where to go and the place he tells you to go might not be your actual destination. That is why we pray that prayer that God should arise and attack our ignorance, open our eyes and remove ignorance from our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Do You Have The Dunamis Power To Heal”

Contributed by Levi Wright on Jun 16, 2007

It’s the Dunamis Power of the Holy Spirit that heals people. The Lord promises us that by His stripes we shall be healed of all of our sins and diseases.

Banner of Praises Ministries Rev. Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Pastor & Founder “DO YOU HAVE THE DUNAMIS POWER TO HEAL” Acts 10:37-38: "You know what has happened throughout Judea, beginning in Galilee after the baptism that John preached-- how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:37-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embracing Your New Identity

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017

Absolutely essential to your success as a Christian, is the biblical revelation of who you are in Christ. When a Christian tries to become something in God by good behavior, he is working backwards.

Galatians 2:20 2/15/15 When a person is brought into the military, an extensive process begins to change his (or her) way of thinking about himself. He is stripped of his old civilian closes and dressed in a uniform consistent with his new identity. That uniform is a constant reminder that he is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 6:11-13, Colossians 1:13, Romans 8:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Koinonia Of Worship Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 14, 2017

This message is a call to pursue God's presence during a worship service. New Testament Christianity calls for our participation. We must be careful our "worship" service doesn't become a performance with an audience. We want everyone engaging in worship.

2/26/17 In the introduction to his first epistle, the Apostle John talks about his revelation of Jesus and then gives this reason for writing this letter, 1 John 1:3. “that which we have seen and heard we declare to you, that you [here is his purpose- that you] also may have fellowship with us; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17, Ephesians 5:17-19, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, Exodus 33:14-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Discerning True Wisdom (Ii) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 18, 2009

Characteristics of godly wisdom are examined.

Discerning True Wisdom (II) James 3:17 7-20-08 Introduction Proverbs 4:7, “Wisdom is the principle thing: Therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding.” If wisdom is to be our principle pursuit in life we need to know exactly what the Scripture is talking about when it tells ...read more

Scripture: James 3:17

Denomination: Charismatic

His Words Run Very Swiftly

Contributed by James Dina on Feb 19, 2022

Acting on God’s word, angels bring us the gift from heaven swiftly, delivering the good tidings of great joy unto us. ("He sent His word to heal us.")

HIS WORDS RUN VERY SWIFTLY "He sends forth his commandment upon earth: his word runs very swiftly" (Psalm 147:15). In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God "(John1:1); "every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto those that put their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Expectations

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jun 6, 2005

Just as we have certain goals and dreams for our children, so also does God for His adopted children. Four words describe His expectations.

Expectations! I Jn 3:1-3 1 How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. 2 Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

On The Edge Of Prosperity Series

Contributed by Aubery Moore on Jan 27, 2006

The purpose of this sermon is to exhort the church to not be stagnant and satisifed with its accomplishments but to experience all that God has for it.

Antithesis: Every time God speaks to a church family the intent is to provide reproof, revival and motivation. As we seek to affirm the direction in which God is leading we are reminded that we have a responsibility to claim that which God has promised. I hope that you remember that ministry are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Pitfalls Of Rejection

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 12, 2004

In some form or fashion we all have experienced rejection and felt the effects that it brings with it and will continue to feel them for many years to come. Rejection is a part of life that affects each of us at some point and it’s not limited to only on

The Pitfalls of Rejection 1st Peter 3:14 Whither it was not being picked for the kickball game by the kids in the neighborhood, not making the football team, or the cheerleading squad, not going to the prom with the person you knew you would, or getting into the college you wanted, not getting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:14

Denomination: Apostolic

What Is It That God Can't Do For You

Contributed by Terry Owens on Apr 25, 2001

When we think small we limit God, there’s nothing He can’t do for you. Open the possiblities with this message.

Gen 18:14 Is any thing too hard for the LORD? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son. KJV Num 11:23 And the LORD said unto Moses, Is the LORD’s hand waxed short? thou shalt see now whether my word shall come to pass unto thee or ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:14

Denomination: Church Of God