Sermons on Oppress:

Praying For The Right Things Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

In the light of the Lord’s impending return, we’re to pray that our faith will grow and that our love will increase. Since those who don’t know God will be punished when Christ appears, we must avoid mediocre spirituality and apathetic prayers.

Praying for the Right Things One of my favorite commercials is for a cell phone company in which cellular static has caused some confusion between a married couple. The wife had just asked her husband to bring home “a movie, something old.” The husband however, thought she said, “Bring home a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Longing For The Lord Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 20, 2003

I want us to take a look at Psalm 42 in order to better understand the kind of depression that can hit us in the spiritual solar plexus.

Longing for the Lord Last week we focused our attention on Psalm 32, and established the fact that our unconfessed sins can cause us physical problems. When we don’t confess we can experience distress. What we’ll learn this morning is that pain is not always a direct result of sin. Last Monday ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11, Psalm 42:1

Denomination: Baptist

When Life Does Not Seem Fair Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 20, 2003

Life doesn’t seem fair. Nonbelievers seem to experience more blessings than we do. In order to find some spiritual stability we need a reality check.

When Life Doesn’t Seem Fair Let’s begin this morning by talking about perception. How we view something becomes reality for us. The New Scientist magazine has compiled a list of actual statements made by children regarding their perspective about scientific matters. There are three kinds of blood ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Hannah: A Model For Motherhood Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 26, 2003

Using What God Has Given A man from out east had always dreamed of owning a cattle ranch and had finally saved enough money to buy his dream spread in Wyoming. His best friend flew out to visit and asked, “So, what’s the name of your ranch?” His buddy

Hannah: A Model for Motherhood In a recent Calvin and Hobbes comic strip, Calvin is standing by his mother’s bed when he says, “Hey, Mom! Wake up. I made you a Mother’s Day card.” His mother was very pleased and started to read it out loud. “I was going to buy a card with hearts of pink and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Stewards

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 27, 2004

The American Christian is in financial crisis because they have not stopped, looked and listened to God’s teaching from the Bible on Giving.

Biblical Stewardship Thesis: The American Christian is in financial crisis because they have not stopped, looked and listened to God’s teaching from the Bible on Giving. Text: Book of Malachi Outline of Book: I Love You 1:1-5 I See You 1:6-2:9 I Know You 2:10-4:6 Key verses: 1:2, “I have loved ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:2, Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What To Do When Storms Blow In - James 1:2-18 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 1, 2002

James gives us practical insight into what to do when the storms of life blow through our lives. Attitude makes a difference in the storm so make sure it is joyful, Ask for directions through the storm, Accept His direction and don’t doubt His insight. Th

What do you do when the storms of life blow through your life? Thesis: James gives us practical insight into what to do when the storms of life blow through our lives. Attitude makes a difference in the storm so make sure it is joyful, Ask for directions through the storm, Accept His direction and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-18, Proverbs 15:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Tuning Out And Tearing Down"

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 12, 2002

The prophet Habakkuk cries out to God with questions about why God is doing nothing as His people spiral down into destruction.

Tuning Out and Tearing Down Habakkuk 1:1-4 Levi grew up in the Holy City of Jerusalem. His father was a merchant who peddled his wares on the city street while his mother took care of Levi, his two brothers, and three sisters. Levi’s mother was a woman of prayer and she insisted that her family go ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go For The Gulp Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on May 7, 2003

50-DAY SPIRITUAL ADVENTURE - MARY If we are going to see our dreams become a reality then we have to learn to STEP OUT OF OUR COMFORT ZONES!

A nation that has suffered under Saddam Hussain’s oppressive hand is getting its first taste of freedom; people are beginning to dream again. Over the last few weeks we have been watching American and coalition forces strive to bring freedom to the Iraqi people. By air and land the Republican ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, John 19:25-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wicked Shall Fall

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jun 2, 2004

Devil is desperate to use all the weapons in the spiritual realm to fight, you must know that no king goes to war, unless he understands the terms of battle and the powers of the enemy.

This week we are looking at a message entitled, “The wicked shall fall.” Psalms 27:2 says, "When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell.” Here, the Bible is saying that the wicked shall stumble and fall. Sometimes ago, a sister wanted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:2, Job 8:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

In God We Trust

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 18, 2001

In this message we will answer 3 questions that many in our nation are asking. Why did this happen? Where should I turn? What should I do?

“In God We Trust” In Isaiah chapter 54, we read; “Rain and snow fall from the sky and don’t return without watering the ground. They cause plants to sprout and grow, making seeds for the people and bread for the farmer. The same is true of the words I speak. They will not return to me ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is My Heart Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 18, 2001

One thing, that I have not really stressed, all that much in my ministry – sure I mention it occasionally – but usually, only in passing – and it is the essential truth, that I want to talk about for the next 3 weeks - >>>>> okay, here it is - steward

“Where Is My Heart?” Recovering A Vital Truth – part one Back in the early 1980’s I was stationed in Yorktown Virginia and would occasionally make the 4 hour trip back home to Maryland. I remember coming back home one time, it was starting to get dark, I was on I-495 bypassing Washington DC – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Training Leaders

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

Training Leaders Who Can Help Grow & Plant Churches - How Jesus Christ Teaching Techniques May Apply to Evangelism and Church Planting

Training Leaders Who Can Help Grow & Plant Churches How Jesus Christ Teaching Techniques May Apply to Evangelism and Church Planting Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain how Christ used object lessons, problem-solution methods, questions, and conversations for effective ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Plan For Women

Contributed by Kelly Hudnall on Dec 12, 2001

What the Bible says about his plan for a woman’s life and for her ministry

GOD’S PLAN FOR WOMEN A Sunday school class was discussing King Solomon. People pointed out that though Solomon had been so wise, he made some foolish choices. Finally, the teacher asked, "Are we picking too much on Solomon?" One older saint replied wryly, "Ah, with all those wives, he ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

How The Spirit Brings To Mind Truth At The Right Time

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 23, 2001

How the Spirit Brings to Mind Truth at the Right Time

John 14:25-27 Theme - The Spirit refreshes our memory bringing relevant truth to our minds, at the proper time. Are you aware of the many ways that the Spirit brings vital truth to your attention during important decision-making times? Plato once said, "Truth is the beginning of every good ...read more

Scripture: John 14:25-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting Well & Staying Well Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 23, 2004

The answer to this crippled man’s need is not in the troubled water but faith in the person, Jesus Christ. His struggles and decisions are not unlike our own as we respond to God.

Getting Well and Staying Well Fortifying the Foundations #12 John 5:1-15 7-13-03 Intro: As we read our text this morning I will touch on a couple of technical matters that are helpful to understand but not necessary to the flow of the message. John 5:1-15 5:1Some time later, This is a somewhat ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15, Mark 6:5

Denomination: Charismatic