Sermons on Outward Focus:

A New Beginning-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 10, 2011

2 of 2. Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus yielded the essentials of being born again. Being born again is essential to God’s plan. What is essential to a new beginning? The concessions essential to a new beginning are a Fulfilled...

A NEW BEGINNING-II—John 3:1-21 Attention: Little Jimmy was so happy to see his grandmother that he ran up and gave her a big hug. "I'm so happy to see you, grandma. Now daddy will have to do that trick he's been promising to do!" His grandmother was curious. "What trick is that, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

You Didn't Learn The First Time Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 15, 2011

A study of chapters 19 & 20

Isaiah 19 & 20 You Didn’t Learn the First Time 1 The burden against Egypt. Behold, the LORD rides on a swift cloud, and will come into Egypt; The idols of Egypt will totter at His presence, and the heart of Egypt will melt in its midst. 2 “ I will set Egyptians against Egyptians; ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Mothers Matter Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 11, 2011

Everyday across the world children experience the Spirit through the nurturing and caring from their mothers. God designed moms this way, God placed in moms across this world and across time His character traits of nurture, caring, and sacrificial love. M

Series: Family Matters Through family life we discover ourselves as we make mistakes, sacrifice for others and receive nurture from our family units. Family brings out the best and worst in each of us. As we yield to and serve others we learn to love them and ourselves in the process. Many of us ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People ? : Why Do The Righteous Suffer ?

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 18, 2007

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT WHY DO BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE ? AND WHY DO THE RIGHTEOUS SUFFER ?AND HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1. SUFFERING 2. SURRENDER 3. SANCTIFICATION 4. SECURITY 5. SECRETS 6. SILENCE 7. STRENGTH

WHY DO BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE ? : WHY DO THE RIGHTEOUS SUFFER ? ******************************************************************************* OUTLINE 1. SUFFERING 2. SURRENDER 3. SANCTIFICATION 4. SECURITY 5. SECRETS 6. SILENCE 7. STRENGTH WHY DO BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE ? : ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:29, Philippians 4:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Saints Find Life" Romans Part 7 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 30, 2007

In Romans chapter 5 we learn from Paul that those who find Jesus- the “Saints” find life – eternal life!

“Saints find life!” Romans pt 7 Opening Video Illustration: Life is like a train ride! Show movie in part B we opened up with video clip about the rapture and with the question are you ready? If Jesus was to come back right now! Thesis: In Romans chapter 5 we learn from Paul that those who find ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

House Cleaning Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 26, 2010

A study of chapter 13 verses 1 through 9

Zechariah 13: 1 – 9 House Cleaning 1 “In that day a fountain shall be opened for the house of David and for the inhabitants of Jerusalem, for sin and for uncleanness.2 “It shall be in that day,” says the LORD of hosts, “that I will cut off the names of the idols from ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 13:1-9

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Our Pattern For Daily Prayer" Series

Contributed by Greg Bond on Dec 28, 2009

The Lord’s Pattern for prayer divided into 5 segments for easy study for the new or advanced Christian.

Mat 6:9-13 After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. (10) Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. (11) Give us this day our daily bread. (12) And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. (13) And lead us not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

All Is Not What It Seems Series

Contributed by Andy Stanley on Sep 18, 2009

A sermon bringing to light the "unseen" worlds that impact our lives and how the truth is sometimes hidden behind the trappings and events of this twisted world.

Get the logos, graphics, and videos Andy used to preach this message. Visit www.andystanleysermons.org. In the late 1800s, doctors and scientists believed in something called spontaneous generation. Spontaneous generation . . . the idea behind spontaneous generation was that living organisms could ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Song Of The Redeemed

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Aug 3, 2009

loss of a loved one

A gravestone in a churchyard bears these words: ‘The cup was bitter, the sting severe To part from her we loved so dear. Our loss is great we’ll not complain But hope in heaven to meet again. Not gone from memory not gone from love But gone to her Father’s home above.’ For some of us the loss of a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17

Denomination: United Methodist

"Lessons On Orderly Worship" 1 Cor Pt 14 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 9, 2008

Paul tells the Corinth church to eagerly desire the speaking gift of prophecy for it builds up the church and to not forbid speaking in tongues for it has its place in worship too. Both speaking gifts used properly build the believer up and encourages the

“Lesson’s on orderly worship!” 1 Corinthians 14 - pt 14 Opening Illustration: The 7 wonders of the world - clip Thesis: Paul tells the Corinth church to eagerly desire the speaking gift of prophecy for it builds up the church and to not forbid speaking in tongues for it has its place in worship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Depression

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Mar 18, 2013

A tough sermon that addresses the reality of depression and how to deal with it from a Biblical perspective. Because of the subject matter there was no central scripture text, but a variety of passages that gave evidence to the fact that many Biblical cha

Well, good morning. Is anybody dealing with the winter blues? Anybody at all? Be honest. Of course you are. Because it’s January, there is snow on the ground, it’s cold out there, and the Steelers are not going to be in the Super Bowl. We all experience the winter blues, but if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-5

Denomination: Christian Church

The Spending Crisis Series

Contributed by Andy Stanley on Mar 16, 2012

So let’s once again become individuals that make interest and don’t pay it, and let’s once again become a nation that’s able to loan and to give.

Find additional Free Resources for This Sermon Series: http://store.northpoint.org/recovery-road-starter-kit.html We’re in this series if you’re just joining us online or live in the building, Recovery Road, and we’re coming toward the end. Today is part five, next week is part six, and I promise ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Enduring Confidence

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 20, 2012

The writer exhorted his audience to recapture & retain their initial confidence. Effective Christians must recapture & retain their initial confidence in Christ. How is this done? Recapturing & Retaining confidence in Christ comes thru....

OUR ENDURING CONFIDENCE—Hebrews 10:32-39 Attention: Gators! While sports fishing off the Florida coast, a tourist capsized his boat. He could swim, but his fear of alligators kept him clinging to the overturned craft. Spotting an old beachcomber standing on the shore, the tourist shouted, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-39

Denomination: Baptist

Manifestations Of Acceptance

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 26, 2012

The manifestations of acceptance are recorded in the Flood’s aftermath. Manifestations of acceptance naturally flow from salvation. Acceptance of salvation is manifested in...

MANIFESTATIONS Of ACCEPTANCE—Genesis 8:18-22 Attention: Marriage—Two unique individuals of two complementary genders Manifest Acceptance of one another so that they become one flesh. They initialize a relationship which throughout their lifetime together continually Manifests ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Tricycle Church

Contributed by Jimmy Seibert on Jul 8, 2014

There's a place for you, and there's a way to get there, by us trusting, believing and gathering around one another.

Well, welcome, Antioch family and friends. And it is 2014. So, Happy New Year. Here we go. And as always, we as a leadership team are committed to, "God what are you saying for the year? What is your word to us and then how do we live that out? How do we respond?" Actually, that is a good way to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational