Sermons on original: showing 991-1,005 of 31,334

Elevated Praise

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Sep 1, 2013

Bionically there is a difference between Praise and Worship and Elevated Praise lifts one above the mundane and into the very presence of the very God.

Quotes: "Fruitful and acceptable worship begins before it begins." -Alexander MacLaren “Worship gatherings are not always spectacular, but they are always supernatural." -Matt Chandler “An authentic life is the most personal form of worship." - Sarah Ban Breathnach. “…Thou ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beyond Restoration

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Oct 7, 2023

God can restore you and bring you to a better realm than before.

Beyond means ‘MORE THAN’ Restorations mean to ‘bring back to an original state.’ What is to be restored could be a house, someone's health, wealth, a relationship between a person and another, or between a person and God. The list goes on. When we combine the two words, Beyond Restoration, we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:19, Psalm 71:22-23, Psalm 71:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Da Vinci Code: Fact Or Fiction (Part One: Can The Bible Be Trusted?)

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 5, 2006

In the light of The Da Vinci Code’s accusation that what we read in the Bible is fiction, this message looks at four of the main accusations against the accuracy of the Bible and explains why the Bible can be trusted.

- Why are we going to talking about The Da Vinci Code over the next few weeks? Well, there’s a couple of reasons: 1. Dan Brown’s book makes some serious claims about Jesus that strike at the heart of what we believe. Because of the enormous popularity of this book and the likely blockbuster ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Is Evolution More Credible Than Creation? Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jul 12, 2005

The biblical account of creation is more viable than the theory of evolution.

SERIES: “ANSWERS FOR SOME OF LIFE’S DIFFICULT QUESTIONS” TEXT: GENESIS 1:1 TITLE: “IS EVOLUTION MORE CREDIBLE THAN CREATION?” INTRODUCTION: A. A number of years ago, Ronald Keith Williamson was convicted of the brutal murder of Debra Sue Carter ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Creation, Science And The Bible

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Nov 4, 2021

This message affirms that there is nothing in the Genesis account of creation that differs from the major findings of modern science.

CREATION, SCIENCE AND THE BIBLE Genesis 1:1-2:3 Bob Marcaurelle bmarcaurelle@charter.net For brevity and beauty of composition and of expression, the Bible account of creation has no equal. At the center stage is the Creator-God who acts (1:1-2) and the matter and energy of the universe comes ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Come Short.." By Dr. Winson Butler Series

Contributed by Winson Butler on Oct 12, 2004

When a running horse gets to the edge of a cliff, it’s way too late to say "Whoa." Sin is that way too. One flirting moment will cost a life time of heartache. Let’s examine the subject together!

Introduction One of our young teenagers told me as I was getting ready to enter the pulpit one week. "Pastor, I had a dream about Heaven and you were in it!" And of course I was curious and ask her to share it with me. She said, "I dreamed I was in Heaven and I saw this huge chalk board. God said ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

Fish Or Cut Bait

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 28, 2014

We must quit riding the fence with our commitment to God.

Fish or Cut Bait April 27, 2014 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must quit riding the fence with our commitment to God. Focus Passage: 1 Kings 18:17-40 Supplemental Passage: "If it is disagreeable in your sight to serve the LORD, choose for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-40

Denomination: Baptist

There Is A God!

Contributed by Jason Duhon on Mar 1, 2016

My personal exploration into the existence of God. I've used this as my personal testimony, especially when confronted by atheists.

How can I know of the existence of God? 1. He satisifies my intellect. God, as the Creator and Sovereign of the universe, is the only complete answer to all of life's questions. A) Origin – how did I get here? Atheists are still guessing, agnostics are unaware, but Christians' ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Timing Of God's Greatest Gift SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

God, in His perfect timing, sent His greatest gift to mankind. He always does everything at the right time.

Did you know that many people are unaware of the true origins of Christmas? It is important to remember that Christmas is about the birth of Christ, even though we often get caught up in the shopping, gift-giving, and family gatherings. Today, let's take a moment to reflect on what Christmas truly ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Topics: Christmas, God's Timing

The Da Vinci Code: Can You Trust The Bible? Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 6, 2006

Are you going to believe Brown or the Bible? This sermon focuses on the facts of how we got our Bible and why we can believe it.

Cracking the DaVinci Code: Can You Trust the Bible? 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Rev. Brian Bill 5/7/06 Note: All of our sermons are also available as audio files and downloadable manuscripts at www.pontiacibible.org. It’s easy to get confused about the Bible. Listen to how some children answered ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Songs Of Our Faith Part 7 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 11, 2012

The message concludes this series and focuses on the song "Amazing Grace" by John Newton.

Songs of Our Faith Part 8 Amazing Grace Scriptures: Matthew 5:45; Matthew 27:51; 1 Corinthians 15:9-10 Introduction: This message will conclude my series “Songs of Our Faith.” I started this year with the series “A Slave For Christ.” In that series I mentioned that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Absolute Essentials Of Christianity - Part 2 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 20, 2023

The Bible - The Foundation of the Church - The Sufficiency and Authority of Scripture - Traditions of Man - Experiential Revelation

The Bible The foundation of Christianity is the Bible. It is the only dependable source for humankind to know God's voice. It has the answers to all eternal questions. The focus of all Scripture is ultimately on Jesus. It is the blueprint of Heaven and the only reliable source of truth for all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17, 1 Thessalonians 2:13, 2 Peter 3:15, Hebrews 1:1-3, 2 Thessalonians 2:14-15, John 1:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying Like The Prodigal Prophet

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Aug 21, 2021

This is from a series on prayer.

Title: Praying Like the Prodigal Prophet Scripture: Jonah 2 Type: Expost/series on prayer Where: GNBC 8-23-21 Intro: Charlie Chaplin was the first movie actor in America to attain superstar status. He was the king of the silent movie era in the early 20th century. He was most famous for ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Satan Is Alive But Not Well Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2002

10th in First John Series

SATAN IS ALIVE BUT NOT WELL 1 John 3:8 INTRO: In recent years through magazines, movies and music there has been renewed emphasis on the subject of the devil and the powerful forces of evil which exist in our world. The secular press has noted a revival of interest in witchcraft, the occult and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming The Curse Of Halloween

Contributed by Timothy Lueking on Oct 26, 2001

Alternatives to Halloween.

Overcoming the Curse of Halloween (Philippians 4:8-9) A. Introduction 1. Halloween is a very controversial issue that every Christian is forced to deal with. Every year at the end of October our country’s streets and sidewalks are filled with young boys and girls that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ