Sermons on Outward:

Judging

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

what does it mean to judge

"Judging" Matthew 7:1-6 6/22/97 Intro: It’s been said that the only exercise some people get is jumping to conclusions, running down other people, sidestepping responsibility, dodging the question, passing the blame, pushing their luck, and wrestling with their conscience. As we go on in Matthew, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessings In Poverty

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Feb 1, 2006

You don’t need to have everything going your way to be happy.

INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION I came across of these lines from a song from the musical “Oklahoma,” -- Oh what a beautiful morning, oh what a beautiful day; I’ve got a wonderful feeling, everything’s going my way. A lot people today tend to regard happiness in that light. “When everything’s going my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Baptist

There Is More To Me Than The Eye Can See Series

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Feb 5, 2006

As a believer, I have Jesus Christ the King on the inside of me. Therefore, there is more to me than the eye can see.

THE BELIEVER’S TRAINING HANDBOOK (part 4) There Is More To Me Than The Eye Can See! 1Sa 16:1-13 And the LORD said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Charismatic

Giving Up To Go Up

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 30, 2007

In God’s Kingdom you must give up to go up.

Giving Up to Go Up 1 Sam. 16:1 May 20, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A Eye of the Tiger cliches 1 They are meant to inspire, encourage, & spur to victory. a Winners never quit & quitters never win; only the strong survive; winning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Wives Striving For Godliness

Contributed by Aaron Beard on Jul 25, 2007

A look at the responsibilities of wives as outlined by Peter in 1 Peter 3.

A WIFE STRIVING FOR GODLINESS INTRODUCTION: A. The observation has often been made that our generation is starving for heroes that it can admire and role models that it can look up to and emulate: 1. If looking in the music industry, Hollywood, & sports this is certainly true! ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Choice Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 20, 2007

David’s life shows us what we can become, but it also shows us how far we need to go. He didn’t outwardly "look the part" but was God’s choice.

An Earthy Spirituality~the life of King David “God’s Choice”, I Samuel 16 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “People look at the outward appearance, but God considers the heart,” verse 7. As we enter the story of David, we discover a man with an earthy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Congregational

God's Enemies Oppose Jesus' Authority

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 12, 2007

Pentecost 23(A) - Jesus reveals how God’s enemies oppose his authority. It is man’s unbelief that sets traps. It is God’s truth that is our escape.

GOD’S ENEMIES OPPOSE JESUS’ AUTHORITY (Outline) November 4, 2007 - PENTECOST 23 / REFORMATION - Matthew 22:15-22 INTRO: Our nation is still a melting pot of all kinds of people. Even in the center of America one notices the many different nationalities that are present. There are people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Godly Leadership Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Dec 3, 2007

As we look at chapters 3-4 in First Timothy, we will see the importance of godly Leadership.

1 Timothy: From the Preacher to the Christian. . Godly Leadership requires: A. Godly Elders. (Slide #2, Click 1) Being an overseer: A noble task, it’s not for everyone. Deserves respect (verse 1) Demands desire. “Sets his heart on” (verse 2) The only reason to want to be an ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Meaning Of Righteousness Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Jul 6, 2007

Jesus’ teaching on the Law of God served to make clear the true meaning of righteousness.

The Meaning Of Righteousness Part 1 Jesus And The Law Matthew 5:3-12 Jesus talked about the character of believers Matthew 5:13-16 Jesus taught about the function of believers as salt and light in the world. Matthew5:17-20 Jesus gives the foundation for the inner character qualities and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel Chapter 2c Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on May 18, 2008

Bible Study on Daniel

b. Daniel Reveals the Dream to Nebuchadnezzar (2:24-49) i. The Proclamation (2:24-30) (1) Daniel’s Testimony Verse 24 Yet again we can see the type of person Daniel was. He has kept his testimony every time something is thrown at him, no matter what it is. The diet, the death sentence and now he ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:24-30

Denomination: Baptist

Disciplines Of The Faith

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 12, 2008

Two disciplines of the faith. 1. Tithing 2. Water Baptism

DISCIPLINES OF THE FAITH 1 CORINTHIANS 9:24-27 ACTS 8:26-38 DISCLAIMER: THIS SERMON WAS GLEANED FROM SERMON CENTRAL AND PRIVATE STUDY INTRO- ***THIS MORNING I WANT TO RETURN TO THE THEME OF DISCIPLESHIP. WE HAVE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Nazarene

Habakkuk's Powerful Prayer

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 28, 2007

This message deals with Habakkuk’s prayer and how we can look to God to strengthen our faith in difficult times.

"HABAKKUK’S POWERFUL PRAYER" Habakkuk 3 INTRO – Life is full of questions, isn’t it? Some questions are unimportant. Others have life-changing, life-altering implications. And then there are those questions that sound relatively unimportant, but definitely have life-changing implications. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Appearances Can Be Deceiving

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 11, 2007

Pentecost 12(A) - Appearances can be and often are deceiving. Our Almighty God comes as a gentle Savior and his believers go out with this power of the Lord.

APPEARANCES CAN BE DECEIVING (Outline) August 19, 2007 - PENTECOST 12 - 1 Kings 19:9b-18 * * * * * * * * * INTRO: Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? That is the question that haunts every living being. Thankfully, you and I are not able to look ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Vine

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Feb 1, 2005

This sermon brings new understanding of the last teachings of Jesus to his disciples.

THE VINE John 15 1 I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman. 2 Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. 3 Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you. 4 Abide in ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Obedience Is Not An Option

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 13, 2003

One of the most important things in life that is NOT optional is our obedience to God

Obedience Is Not An Option 10 years after I graduated from high school and working in a dead-end job, Wendy decided that I needed to go to college. So I went to PNC, registered on registration day (last time I didn’t pre-register), and chose my new career path. I was on my way to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed