Sermons on Perceptiveness:

Jesus-The Ever-Present Lord Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

WHERE IS JESUS NOW? WHERE IS HIS PRESENCE? AND WHERE IS HE IN RELATIONSHIP TO YOU?

Let me begin with a question which you can respond to in the privacy of your own heart. WHERE IS JESUS NOW? WHERE IS HIS PRESENCE? AND WHERE IS HE IN RELATIONSHIP TO YOU? - Close by… shaping your life in constant ways? - Perhaps not so close or constant but a central figure in your overall ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting Closer To Our Divine Father Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 25, 2006

It would seem natural that we would long to be close to God, our heavenly father…for every child wants to know the security of being close to their parents: …the familiarity of their faces, the security of their strength, the assurance of their words. T

It would seem natural that we would long to be close to God, our heavenly father…for every child wants to know the security of being close to their parents: …the familiarity of their faces, the security of their strength, the assurance of their words. This is a good model for our relationship with ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking Down Barriers & Building Up The Wall (Pt. 6) Series

Contributed by Eric Peloquin on Jun 23, 2005

This is part six in a series dealing with the need for God’s people to break down the barriers that keep us from effectively building up the wall (God’s Kingdom). Having broken down those barriers we must build up the wall.

Breaking Down Barriers & Building Up The Wall (Pt. 6) Sermon – 1 August 2004 As I have been preaching through this sermon God has been doing extraordinary things in our midst which we have spoken of. I sincerely believe that as we seek to know, understand, share and communicate God’s heart in all ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:5-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Making The Right Kind Of Impression

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 17, 2008

Message about how Christians are supposed be looked on with favor, not with disgust, as happens so often today. While the gospel is offensive to many because of its call to repentance (and which is the basis for the world "hating" Christians), Scripture

Making the Right Kind of Impression Acts 2:42-47; 5:12-13 November 2, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED (AND ADAPTED) IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Introduction My intention for today was to continue working through our passage in Matthew as we look at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Wesleyan

The View: A Matter Of Perspective Of Truth And Knowledge Series

Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Feb 11, 2012

What is truth?

Among Bible stories it is iconic – one of those moments that captures the attention of the reader because it resonates with us; one of those things that we have all wrestled with. In fact, it is a moment so pregnant with relevance that for a moment we are tempted to actually empathize with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Matthew 14:1-12 - Braveheart Vs The Mafia Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 4, 2012

Faith vs Superstition

Matthew 14:1-12 - BRAVEHEART VS THE MAFIA He is drawn to the MAN IN THE DUNGEON. Beliefs are tested in the dark dungeon experiences of my life where everything is ripped away to expose who I really am. A dungeon is that place where everything is pointless without the purposes of God. Yet when all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

System Of Faith

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 16, 2013

Faith has a system

Pro 20:12 The hearing ear, and the seeing eye, the LORD hath made even both of them. Ralph Waldo Emerson, “The religion that is afraid of science dishonors God and commits suicide.” Science and religion aren’t enemies. They are allies. One way to get to know the Creator is by ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Perfect Family

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jun 15, 2024

Imagine a home where love, respect, and faith intertwine seamlessly. Today, we’ll explore God’s blueprint for the perfect family, rooted in Joshua 24:15: "But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord."

Perfect Family Joshua 24:15 Introduction Beloved, we gather today under the divine grace of our Lord to explore a profound and beautiful topic: the "Perfect Family." Our journey is anchored in the powerful declaration of Joshua 24:15, where Joshua proclaims, "But as for me and my ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15, Ephesians 5:22-33, Colossians 3:18-19, 1 Peter 3:1-7, Ephesians 6:1-4, Colossians 3:20-21, 2 Timothy 1:5, John 13:34-35, Matthew 25:40, Ephesians 4:32, Exodus 20:12, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Psalm 127:1, Proverbs 22:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Darkened - Disobedience Series

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 25, 2023

Second in the series of 21 states of man apart from God. This one covers the five Ds, darkened through disobedience.

21 States of Man without God (Second in series) In the continuation of our series about the 21 states of man without God we will look at the five Ds of our condition that cause us to live apart from God. These five Ds are: darkened, dead in sin, deceived, defiled or filthy, and disobedience. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Will Money Make Me Happy? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

Explores finding true pleasure, prosperity, and purpose in God, not in worldly pursuits, through understanding the seasons of life.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to be with you all today, gathered in God's house, ready to receive His Word. We're here, not because of any obligation or tradition, but because we love the Lord and we seek His wisdom and guidance in our lives. We're here because we ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-14

Topics: Eat, Drink, Merry

A Life Of Turning Aside

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jan 24, 2024

This world is full of distractions and diversions. God wants us to minimize both and spend time with Him. This message is about Satan's purpose for diversions and distractions.

The song we sang said “I’ll praise until my breakthrough. I will praise because I trust you.” Sometimes we need to be reminded that faith and trust, oftentimes, requires patience and it requires endurance. It requires us to be willing to hang in there and continue to do what we know we need to do ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-14, Mark 5:33-35, 1 Kings 16:29-33, 1 Kings 16:25-26, 1 Kings 22:51-53, 1 Peter 1:24, 1 Peter 2:1-2, 2 Corinthians 3:18, John 17:20-23, Jeremiah 19:3-5, Leviticus 18:21, Exodus 3:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Having An Upward Outlook When You're Down Under

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 19, 2001

This is the outline that goes with the message of the same title (also found on this web site).

“Having An Upward Outlook When You’re Down Under” Text: Psalm 3:1-4 All of us face adversity. No one escapes the fierce tides of failure, the attacks of adversity, nor the discouragement that comes from debilitating dilemmas. All of us face trials, and find ourselves pressed underneath the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Result Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 19, 2011

Courage is the by product of thanksgiving!

RESULT OF THANKSGIViNG Acts 28:15 “thanked God, and took courage.” Paul, a prisoner, is on his journey toward Rome. It has had a difficult journey. He has been shipwrecked (27:41-44). He has been bitten by a poisonous snake (28:3) and accused one minute of being a murderer and the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:15

Denomination: Baptist

#10 Living In Troubled Times Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Mar 28, 2016

America is Experiencing Troubled Times A. Growing domestic unrest B. Growing violence in the streets C. Growing social unrest D. Threat of terrorism How to respond personally to all these disturbances?

Living in Troubling Times 11/22/15 Introduction: These last two weeks we have seen some very disturbing things happen around the world. We saw how ISIS planted a bomb on a Russian airliner and killed over 200 people, we say how ISIS attacked Paris France with multiple attacks and killed 130 and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 15:3-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Poison Of Jealousy And How To Overcome The Green-Eyed Monster In Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 10, 2024

Jealousy, a seemingly innocuous emotion, can wreak havoc in marital relationships.

Jealousy, a seemingly innocuous emotion, can wreak havoc in marital relationships. Like a slow-burning fire, it consumes trust, love, and unity, leaving destruction in its wake. The Bible warns against the dangers of jealousy, offering guidance on how to recognize and overcome this toxic ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:6-16