Sermons on Peace Makers:

If It Be Of God

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on May 11, 2010

someone intervened. His name was Gamaliel. His calm advice assuaged their anger,

As we just heard from the Book of Acts, Peter and “the other apostles” had a real knack for ticking off the Sanhedrin. They were just so darn persistent about spreading this new gospel that nothing seemed to discourage them. The fact was that they were actually making progress, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Comanded To Praise

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Feb 3, 2010

The Word of God to the believer is to praise the Lord--in all kinds of situations--Praise Him

Commanded To Praise Psalms 100:1-100:5 1Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands! 2Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before His presence with singing. 3Know that the LORD, He is God; It is He who has made us, and £not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Life Is Beautiful

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 9, 2006

Life is beautiful, life is short, enjoy the beautiful life God has given you.

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 How many times do we let things cause us to focus in on the difficult times of life? We see war, murder, theft, and other bad things along with job uncertainties, families falling apart among other things. There is so much going on around us that is ugly it can be hard at ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Faith And Prayer Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Mar 22, 2023

Many people believe that faith and prayer can bring about positive changes in their lives. Faith and prayer have been shown to improve mental health by making people feel less stressed and anxious and more hopeful and optimistic.

THE POWER OF FAITH AND PRAYER Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, March 22, 2023 Acts 9:36–37a, 40 "Now in Joppa there was a disciple whose name was Tabitha, which in Greek is Dorcas. She was devoted to good works and acts of charity. At that time, she became ill and died. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

7, The Sword Of The Spirit, Which Is The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Dec 1, 2019

If a Roman soldier went into battle and forgot to bring his sword, he would be in real trouble. We are equally foolish if we try to live in the battleground of our world without a solid grasp of God's word, the Bible.

This morning we will finish our look at Paul’s Letter to the Ephesian Church, with the last of the pieces of armor that make up the full armor of God. It is God’s desire for each one of us to be able to stand firm in this dangerous world, to be able to stand our ground, able to keep the faith, to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Abram's Faith And Melchizadek's Blessing

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 15, 2024

GOD told Abram to pack his belongings and to “GO to the Land I will give to you”. Abram obeyed GOD, but the journey wasn’t easy. Abram had conflict, strife, uncertainty, etc. But he remained trusting in the LORD outside of his comfort zone.

2024.04.14.SERMON NOTES. Abram’s Faith beyond Circumstances William Akehurst, HSWC Big idea: GOD told Abram to pack his belongings and to “GO to the Land I will give to you”. Abram obeyed GOD, but the journey wasn’t easy. Abram had conflict, strife, uncertainty, etc. But he remained trusting in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:1-24, Hebrews 7:1-3, Hebrews 11:8-10, Psalm 103:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Comfort In God's Presence PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

Explores strengthening our spiritual connection with God, seeking reconciliation, and the importance of active participation in a Christian community.

Good morning, blessed family of God! It is a joy to be with you today, to share in the fellowship of Christ, and to delve into the treasures of His Word. We are gathered here, not by accident, but by divine design, to encourage one another, to uplift each other, and to collectively draw closer to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Topics: Loneliness, Overcoming

Gamaliel - The Compromiser

Contributed by Derek Adamsbaum on Oct 18, 2000

Intro (i) Refer to prev.

Intro (i) Refer to prev.2 sermons: 1. Stephen -The Committedâ then ÎThe Cowardly Crowdâ today ÎGamaliel - the Compromiserâ (ii) Not all agree with designation e.g. Blaiklock Î..the Christians found an ally. God sometimes provides help in strange and unexpectzed places·.But here it was , in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-41

Why Star Wars Is Better Than Titanic: A Devotional For Valentine's Day

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Feb 8, 2002

Using the titanic and star wars motif to speak about the profound mystery of the love of God for the church, His bride!

Why Star Wars Is Better Than Titanic: A devotional for Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day, ah romance, some people think one of the best stories of romance in recent history is that movie Titanic. But let me tell you why star wars is better romantic story than titanic. * The Titanic is big, but it ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-9, Ephesians 5:25-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Who Made Your Day?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 10, 2001

Are you having a marvelous day?

Who Made Your Day? "Go ahead, make my day!" Dirty Harry loved to say this and in his case, his day was made by punks who felt lucky and ended up dead by the world’s most powerful handgun. We have appropriated the phrase and use it for different things. Let someone bring more stuff to dump in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:22-25, Matthew 21:42-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Helps Us Communicate

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 30, 2004

We all know how difficult life becomes when there is a breakdown in our communication abilities. Without good communication we not only feel isolated, but we sense a lack of belonging, acceptance and meaningfulness that good communication brings. The foll

The Holy Spirit Helps us Communicate ( 2 Cor. 3:1-18) We all know how difficult life becomes when there is a breakdown in our communication abilities. Without good communication we not only feel isolated, but we sense a lack of belonging, acceptance and meaningfulness that good communication ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gender Roles In Worship Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005

# 5 in series on 1 Timothy. Deals with gender roles in the church.

“Living For Christ In A Confused and Confusing World” A Study of Paul’s Letters to Timothy Sermon #5 “Gender Roles In Worship!” 1 Timothy 2:8-12 In chapter one doctrine was the subject of consideration and his priority in chapter two is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 27, 2004

A Reformation Sermon

Reformation Sunday Jeremiah 31:31-34 "The Gift" ““Behold, the days are coming, says the LORD, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah, not like the covenant which I made with their fathers when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Breaking Up The Hinderances

Contributed by Weston Blankenship on Jul 14, 2007

Breaking down bearries to get to Jesus. Breaking through life’s problems and hang ups to victory.

“Breaking Up the Hindrances” TEXT: Mark 2:1-5 1 And again he entered into Capernaum after some days; and it was noised that he was in the house. 2 And straightway many were gathered together, insomuch that there was no room to receive them, no, not so much as about the door: and he preached the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5

Denomination: Apostolic

Purpose Driven Life: Why Church

Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 16, 2005

It explains the rold of church in living purpose driven life

Purpose driven Life: Why church 9/12/2004 He called you to this through our gospel, that you might share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Thes. 2:14 Beginning just 3 weeks ago, some of us have been reading the book, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:14

Denomination: Baptist