Sermons on People Of Israel:

Learning To Play The Harmonica Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 8, 2001

Just how do we "disciple" people?

OPEN: A young American engineer was sent to Ireland for a year. When he left, his fiancé gave him a harmonica. She said, "I want you to learn to play this: it will help to keep your mind off those Irish girls." He wrote to her often and told he her that he was practicing his harmonica every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Jesus Overcame The Problems Of Poverty

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people wrestle everyday with grinding poverty.

Many people wrestle everyday with grinding poverty. Yet, Jesus did not allow people to use poverty as an excuse for failing to accomplish His purposes. Our Lord said, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." (Matt. 5:6) The Savior knew that poverty could be a blessing, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Get Recruits Jesus' Way

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Feb 6, 2002

Review how we get people to ministry

How to get recruits Jesus’ way Matt.9:35-38, 10:1-42 1. Serve like Jesus (v.35) a. Proximity: Go to where people are (towns and villages) b. Persuade: Teach God’s people where they are gathered (teaching in the synagogues) c. Preach with reach: Demonstrate what u teach that the good news and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Is The Kingdom Of God?

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The KOG is the reign of God in the hearts of people.

Thesis: The KOG is the reign of God in the hearts of people. Intro.: 1. Last Sunday PM we asked the question, "Who is a Christian?" a. Many are asking this question. 1) Used to have neat, tidy answer--not anymore. 2) Past: Only members of churches of Christ (cf. joke!). b. Illust. Em Griffin, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:8-12

What's Wrong With Our Fishing

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 19, 2002

Why are we not winning more people to Christ?

LUKE 5:1-9 “WHAT’S WRONG WITH OUR FISHING?” A) Back in July, I attended the National Association Of FWB’s in Memphis, Tenn. * It was my very first, and I’m telling you, I loved it! * There was great preaching ... Booths set up in the Convention Center ... Church growth ... * I read stories of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Impact Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by David Williams on Dec 28, 2002

The Impact of the Holy Spirit on people, the church and society.

Sermon: Spiritual Impact Script. Txt: Acts 10:34-46 Location: FBC Grove City Date: 03 Feb 2002 Main Theme: The Impact of Holy Spirit. Acts 4:31-36 Introduction Several years ago the scientific community put the world on notice that at any moment and without much warning, our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-36, Joel 2:28

Denomination: Baptist

What's Your Walk About?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 22, 2003

The importance of a lifestyle that reflects Christlikeness of Kingdom people

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC September 21, 2003 11As ye know how we exhorted and comforted and charged every one of you, as a father doth his children, 12That ye would walk worthy of God, who hath called you unto his kingdom and glory. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12

Denomination: United Methodist

The Privilege Of Living A Holy Life

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jul 6, 2002

The way God’s people should live.

THE PRIVILEGE OF LIVING A HOLY LIFE DT 7 When you’re in your 90s and looking back, it’s not going to be how much money you made or how many awards you’ve won. It’s really "What did you stand for? Did you make a positive difference for people?" -- Elizabeth Dole, Politician "Everyone thinks ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:1-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

We Still Have Joy! Series

Contributed by Quinton Williamson on May 26, 2003

To enable the people of God to keep joy in their lives.

SUBJECT: WE STILL HAVE JOY! SCRIPTURE: 1Chronicles 4: 9-10 1.) Despite all the things we loose in life, we still have joy. When trouble comes up against you, you got bills coming up behind you, the devil has you botched in on both sides, and stumbling blocks are in front of you, look up be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Liberty When Life's Not Fair

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jun 5, 2003

Spirit-filled activities that set people free.

Keep in mind as you read the text in Luke 4:16-21, that Luke has already established that Jesus was filled with the Holy Spirit. (Luke 4:1) Jesus went to the synagogue and read the scroll from Isaiah 61:1,2. He then let them know he was the fulfillment of the prophecy. The hair on the back of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Saints Of God: Suspicious Or Supportive?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 21, 2000

God's people should encourage one another.

THE SAINTS OF GOD: Suspicious or Supportive? Acts 9:19-32 I do not know anyone who does not want to succeed. Deep in our hearts some of us may feel like we have lost or that we have no chance of winning, but feeling like we are fumbling around in the dark is quite different from wanting to be a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Ready For Some Rest?

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

Jesus has great news for weary people

Americans are tired people. Hectic schedules have many folks going to bed late and getting up early, and surveys show that most people in our country simply don't get enough sleep. A recent newspaper article reported some companies are encouraging employees to take naps during the lunch hour, even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Refiner's Fire

Contributed by Fred Mueller on Dec 18, 2000

God refining God’s people to perfection.

The Reformed Church of Locust Valley Advent II December 10, 2000 Malachi 3:1-4, Lk. 3:1-6 “The Refiner’s Fire” God has something in store for you. God is not content with us as we are. This is one of Christianity’s basic assumptions – things need to change, and they are going ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Not?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 21, 2001

A message to encourage people to look at the limitless of God.

Why Not? Ephesians 3:20-21 (August 26, 2001) Introduction Our time this morning will be centered on just a two-verse passage. But these two verses are filled with a ton of encouragement. The verses are sort of tacked on to the end of some words from Paul who tells the Ephesians how he is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Because He Lives

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2001

Looks at what the resurrection meant for various people.

John 20:19-23 He was dead, and with him died all of their dreams, all of their hopes everything they believed in. They had given everything to him, their past, their present even their future and up until three days ago it seemed like a pretty good bargain. All he had wanted was everything, and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Wesleyan