Sermons on Opulent Adoration:

Psalm 148: Things Celestial & Things Terrestrial Praising The Lord

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 9, 2004

1. Things Celestial (angels, sun, moon, stars, etc) Give Praise to the Lord. 2. Things Terrestrial (here on earth) Give Praise to the Lord

May 12, 2004 Title: Psalm 148: Things Celestial and Things Terrestrial Praising the Lord Text: Psalm 148 Introduction 1. A sheep rancher in the remote mountains of Idaho found that his violin was out of tune, … • He tried and tried to make the violin sound like it should… • But without a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 148:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Happy Churchgoers

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 1, 2005

Most people attend church with about as much enthusiasm as going to the dentist to have a tooth pulled. David said he looked forward with eager anticipation to being in God’s house. We need that same attitude that of being happy churchgoers.

HAPPY CHURCHGOERS PSALM 122:1 Disclaimer: Source material for this sermon has been gleaned from many different sources. I have attempted to acknowledge these sources whenever possible. Introduction: Most people attend church with about as much enthusiasm as going to the dentist to have a tooth ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1

Denomination: Baptist

Effective Prayer

Contributed by Dennis Regan on Jul 1, 2005

Making prayer more personal.

Prayer: James 5:16 "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much." Prayer is an important (actually vital) component of a Christian’s life. Prayer is how we communicate with God. All of our communication with God is a form of prayer. There are several types of prayer. ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Through Tears To The Tabernacle

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jul 30, 2005

A sermon about making it through the valley of tears, to the house of God

Psalms 84:1-12 I. Notice The Tabernacle. a. See His Devotion To It. "How amiable are thy tabernacles, O LORD of hosts !" The word "amiable" means "loved". It is only translated "amiable" on this one time. Elsewhere it is translated "loves" and "beloved". The tabernacle of the Lord was loved ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Armor Of God Part One

Contributed by Jon Miller on Aug 6, 2005

This is Part one of a two part series dealing with the christian armor.

Maybe you are emotionally strong. Maybe you can handle a lot of pressure, work for long hours, day after day after day. Maybe you are the one who is the emotional anchor in your family and everyone leans on you for support. There are many kinds of strength. But the most important one is the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

The Responsibility Of Blessings

Contributed by Mark Baker on Apr 30, 2005

Obedience to God Word in our life and Gods promises of blessing. Blessings always follow obedience.

Ephesians 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ, Blessings are not miracles. Miracles are temporary, just for you, and can occur in unbelief. Blessings keep us out of crisis, 2. Blessings are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:4-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Abraham An Example To Fathers Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 11, 2005

Father’s need examples to follow in order to become godly fathers. Abram serves as an example. We may learn several principals from this text.

ABRAHAM, AN EXAMPLE TO FATHERS Genesis: 12:1-8 and 22:1-13 Introduction Nektron are fish that can swim against the current. The name for fish who can not swim against the current is Plankton. This simple distinction divides all marine life. Nektron or Plankton. Mankind is also divided that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-8

Denomination: *other

Right Relationship Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 6, 2005

Using the acronymn of GRACE, The R is Right Relationship. God created us as social creatures and he desires for us to live in community with him and with others.

THE LIFE OF G.R.A.C.E. “Right Relationship” Sept. 4, 2005 Intro: Last week we started this series of talks on the Shepherd’s covenant. We dealt last week with the G in the GRACE acronym that stands for Genuine Accountability. Today we are going to look at the R which stands for Right ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 99:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Best Downloads For The Ipod Of Life Part 1

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 3, 2005

When we truly love God our entire being is focused on giving ourselves to Him.

The Best Downloads for the iPod of Life Pt. 1 Matthew 22:35-40 Sept. 25, 2005 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: One of them, a lawyer, asked Him a question, testing Him, 36 "Teacher, which is the great commandment in the Law?" 37 And He said ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is He?

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Apr 26, 2005

Palm Sunday When Jesus entered Jerusalem, He created a commotion among the crowd so some asked, “Who is that?” Today Jesus is not entering a city to be hailed as King; instead Jesus comes to the hearts door of individuals to bring salvation. When Jesus

WHO IS HE? Palm Sunday Matthew 21:1-11 • Matthew 21:1-11 (NIV) [1] As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, [2] saying to them, "Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Defining The Puropse Of Praise Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Oct 27, 2006

what is praise?

“ Defining the Purpose of Praise” Danny L. Williams January 9, 1999 Psalm 103:1-5 Intro: Have you ever been in a praise & worship service and you didn’t feel like Praising? And then you begin to ask your self, “What is the Purpose of Praise?? SURE We may have been there, What is it in us ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cave In

Contributed by Carl Finney on Nov 3, 2006

Trapped Underground a sinner reviews his life while he waits for rescue.

Imagine yourself working underground as a miner. Maybe in a coal-mine in Kentucky or maybe as a sandhog in the state of New York. But your working a mile underground with over a million tons of rock setting on top of you. As usual the mountain creeks and groans an eerie unnerving sound. But that’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Only Means Of Revival

Contributed by Thomas Lanthrip on Nov 4, 2006

Are you weary from the daily struggles of life? Do you long for a brighter more spiritually uplifting life? There has been and currently is a lot of effort being placed on “Revival”, but the problem is in our methodology; “Revival” cannot be structured by

Quote: Lord, revive the church—beginning with me. SAMUEL M. SHOEMAKER First things first, Revival is not an evangelistic campaign, neither is it about what I can receive from Jehovah. It can be stated this way by an old statement from Teddy Roosevelt: “Ask not what my country can do for me ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 57:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

Silent Sermons Of The Church

Contributed by James Lowe on Nov 11, 2006

Silent sermons that are in every standard church

Silent Sermons of the Church I doubt very seriously if you have ever heard a sermon quite like this one. But as you know I have a tendency to preach one of those types occasionally. Have you ever thought about the silent sermons the church building itself preaches? “Sermons in stones” was a ...read more

Scripture: John 12:32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Worry To Peace Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Nov 16, 2006

In Phil 4:4-7, Paul gives three ways to take a bite out of worry, anxiety, and stress.

Phil 4:4-7 Our scripture focuses on a challenge all of us face from time to time – how to deal with worry, anxiety, and stress. Sometimes we deal with it well and handle it in a mature way. At other times we may let it get out of hand. Watch what happens to Mr. Steinbloom. (He asks question ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7-11

Denomination: Brethren