Sermons on Paradigm Shift:

Getting Jesus For Christmas Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 22, 2006

The truth that we receive or reject Jesus in every choice we make must replace the idea that receiving him as Lord and Savior in a one-time event (i.e. baptism, church membership or sinner’s prayer).

Visual/Sensory Illustration(s) Pictures from A Christmas Carol movies Clips from A Christmas Carol movies Chains – actual chains hanging around or pictures; perhaps sound clips of rattling chains IDEAS for Other Illustrations Quotes from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens IDEAS ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

#2 Light The Lamp Of Hope! Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 22, 2007

HOPE IS LIKE A MATCH, A GREAT FIRE CAN BE KINDLED BY ONE SMALL MATCH. I HAVE A KEROSENE LAMP, I PRETEND THE ELECTRICITY IS OFF, I NEED LIGHT. I HAVE A KEROSENE LAMP FULL OF KEROSENE --- BUT I NEED A MATCH TO LIGHT THE WICK. I STRIKE THE MATCH, LIGHT THE

#2 LIGHT THE LAMP OF HOPE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Psalm 119:105 Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Psalm 33:18 Behold, the eye of the Lord is upon them that fear him, upon them that hope in his mercy; Psalm 31:24 Be of good courage, and he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Love Lifestyle

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jan 8, 2009

practical application to the Christian lifestyle in society at large.

ROMANS: 13: 8 -14. THE CHRISTIAN LIFESTYLE IN SOCIETY LAST TIME WE WERE IN ROMANS WE LOOKED AT THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT AND THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CHRISTIAN. WE SAW THAT GOVERNMENTS ARE ESTABLISHED BY GOD V1 AND PEOPLE IN PUBLIC OFFICE ARE ACTUALLY SERVANTS OF GOD V4 AND THE PURPOSES OF ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Impossible Task, Big Shoes To Fill

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 16, 2014

We are walking through some very heavy valleys. The rip tides are dangerous. God will help us to accomplish His plan, we must trust and walk by faith.

I CAN'T DO THIS? BIG SHOES TO FILL? THIS IS AN IMPOSSIBLE JOB... I CAN'T By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com In the ocean, along the coast lines that are TERRIBLE CURRENTS called RIP-TIDES. Others call these "SNEAKER WAVES." These waves are dangerous because you can not always see them. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Once Again The Cosmic Christ

Contributed by Craig Dumont on May 3, 2006

Reorienting our vision of Jesus Christ as the Sovereign Lord and King of the universe. Christ is completely victorious and our view of Christ determines our actions and faith here on earth.

Once Again The Cosmic Christ By Craig R. Dumont, Sr. Psalm 99:1-5 & Psalm 110 Historian Will Durant wrote perhaps the most popular multi-volume series on the history of civilization. Volume three is titled Caesar and Christ and he starts with a most remarkable admission for a non-Christian ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

First Called Christians At Antioch

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 26, 2013

Why does Luk mention that believers were first called Christians at Antioch?

First Called Christians at Antioch Acts 11:19-26 This passage follows the conversion of the Roman Centurion, Cornelius. God had opened the door for the Gentiles to come in. It took divine intervention to make it happen. First or all, Peter had to receive a vision from the Lord to direct him to go. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Going Deep Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 12, 2012

True disciples have followers. Do you?

“Let me Show you the Door” 2 Corinthians 6:3-10 If you have ever flown in an airplane and I am sure most of us have, then you know that one of the things they do is have the flight attendants give a few basic instructions. I don’t really fly that often but I will admit that when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

“feeding Of The 5,000: What Happens When God Does The Math” Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 31, 2016

The feeding of the 5,000 is the ONLY miracle that is mentioned in all four Gospels.

10 Amazing Miracles In Scripture Sermon Series (6 of 10) “Feeding of the 5,000: What Happens When God Does the Math” John 6.5-15 November 8, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A We’ve looked at 5 miracles so far (calming the storm, walking on ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-15

Denomination: Baptist

"Let Me Show You The Door" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 14, 2014

There are 3 requirements for the person who sits near the exit door on a plane. (1) you must understand the instructions. (2) you must be able to pint people to the door. (3) you must be able to guide them through the door. Same for a disciple.

“Let me Show you the Door” 2 Corinthians 6:3-10 If you have ever flown in an airplane and I am sure most of us have, then you know that one of the things they do is have the flight attendants give a few basic instructions. I don’t really fly that often but I will admit that when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Journey: Expectation, Potential, The Mantle

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 31, 2019

Life is more than a destination, life is about the journey. Let us follow Elijah to see the journey to receiving the Mantle of God. Gilgal, Bethel, Jericho, Jordan.

THE JOURNEY EXPECTATION, POTENTIAL TO THE MANTLE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Part #2) We are all on a journey! We walk on a spiritual PILGRIMAGE… We search for more. We desire to find God’s holy place of sacred growth. God has a course of action (COA) for your life. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12, 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Was John The Baptizer? His Life And How He Died Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 5, 2023

John the baptizer was born and spoke for the purpose of telling the masses to get ready, something huge is about to happen.

Who was John the baptizer? He was not one of Jesus’ twelve disciples. He was in fact a blood relative of Jesus. Jesus’s cousin. But there was something very special about John. His birth happened in a very special way. He would become a voice crying out to the entire nation of Israel, to prepare ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-16

Denomination: Salvation Army

Something Against You? Coa?doa?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 5, 2021

Today we have to guard are words because people are so easily offended. What do we do when God says: I have somethings against you? Without a COA(COURSE OF ACTION) we will be DOA (DEAD ON ARRIVAL.) God has a plan to stretch our faith to new levels.

SOMETHING AGAINST YOU? COA VS DOA? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com If we really trust Jesus by faith we must give up all of our rights of personal understanding and personal opinions and say: GOD BY FAITH I WILL COMPLETELY TRUST YOUR PLAN. TEXT: Matthew 24:10 And then shall many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:10, Revelation 2:4, 2 Kings 2:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ministry's Twisted Journey? Don't Miss It!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 19, 2014

It can be easy to miss our opportunities before us. You are not an accident. Follow a good Godly teacher...

DO NOT MISS THE OPPORTUNITY FOR TOTAL VICTORY... SETTLING FOR LESS THAN THE BEST By Wade martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. HERE IS AN OPPORTUNITY THE WILL FOREVER CHANGE YOU... THE JOURNEY WILL BE TWISTED, BUT YOU WILL TRAVEL FROM AN UNKNOWN FARM BOY TO ONE OF THE GREATEST PROPHETS OF ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Marvels Of Mercy

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Apr 28, 2024

Mercy is marvelous. God showed His great mercy to us as He sent Jesus to come and die for our sins. How can we then show mercy to those around us? This is our charge as believers. To uncover the marvels of mercy for those who do not yet believe.

In Matthew 9:9-13, Jesus has just called Matthew to follow him. He is then seen reclining at a table with many tax collectors and sinners along with his disciples (Matthew 9:10). In verse 11, the Pharisees question Jesus to his disciples, asking “Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:22, Matthew 9:9-13, Matthew 12:7, Hebrews 10:3, Job 41:11, John 12:49, John 5:19, Jude 1:22-23, Proverbs 9:10, Galatians 5:13  (view more)  (view less)

The Father's Purpose Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 7, 2012

The PURPOSE of the Father is to transform us into the likeness of the CHARACTER of Christ, which is expressed by the FRUIT of the Spirit. We are to heed God's call by surrendering to Him, cooperating with Him, and remaining in Christ.

Matt 28:19-20 – we are not called to make converts, but to make DISCIPLES who would obey Christ in everything. That’s LIFE CHANGE. In today’s world, the emphasis on good character is being gradually eroded. • In the past, we look at leaders as people with good character ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible