Sermons on Perfection:

Grace In The Life Of A Christian

Contributed by Tony Maramara on Aug 12, 2004

Christian Life is from Grace to Grace. We have nothing to brag about on our ownselves. Everything we have and everything we are because of God’s grace.

TOPIC: GRACE IN THE LIFE OF A CHRISTIAN TEXT: John 1:17 I. WHAT IS GRACE? Grace – can be simply defined as – God’s unmerited favor to the undeserving. Genesis 6:8 – is the very first reference in the Bible to great concept of God’s Grace. In the midst of the MOST WICKED SOCIETY that history has ...read more

Scripture: John 1:17, John 1:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Transfiguration

Contributed by Roger Townsend-Hartline on Aug 23, 2003

The REAL Transfiguration revealed

Trinity 8 Solemnity of the Transfiguration of Christ, 2001 In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen! I am going to tell you all something truly shocking this morning. We celebrate today the Solemnity of the Transfiguration of Christ, but I tell you, this is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Saul's Testing

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003

A look at the testing of Saul at Gilgal. Looks at what God was attempting to do in Saul’s life. Encourages the people to walk in obedience

1 Samuel 13:5-14 Saul’s Testing Purpose Statement: To encourage the congregation to walk in obedience. Background: Samuel doesn’t arrive at Gilgal when Saul expects him. The men are terrified of a terrific army in front of them. Saul and the men are filled with fear. Fear leads Saul to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:5-14

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Forward

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 18, 2006

Difficult times requires confidence in God regardless what we see around us

Moving Forward Ex 14:1-31 The Australian coat of arms pictures two creatures--the emu, a flightless bird, and the kangaroo. The animals were chosen because they share a characteristic that appealed to the Australian citizens. Both the emu and kangaroo can move only forward, not back. The emu’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Transfiguration

Contributed by Roger Townsend-Hartline on Sep 26, 2003

Our Transifiguration

Trinity 8 Solemnity of the Transfiguration of Christ, 2001 In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen! I am going to tell you all something truly shocking this morning. We celebrate today the Solemnity of the Transfiguration of Christ, but I tell you, this is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Place And Need For Worship Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 5, 2001

Where does worship fit in with God’s plan for His people?

‘Sanctuary’ – A holy place; a place set apart for sacred uses ‘that I may dwell among them’ – to abide or lodge where the people are Why now? Why did God choose this time to make a ‘place to dwell’ among the people? I. The Journey of the People A. Sojourn in Egypt (Genesis 50:22-Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose Of Prayer

Contributed by Micah Fries on Jan 19, 2005

Helping believers to understand that the foremost purpose of prayer is to draw the pray"er" closer to God.

The Purpose of Prayer Hebrews 10:19-23 Intro: Since we understand that prayer is not intended to "change God’s mind", why does prayer exist? The answer is, first of all, to draw the one praying closer to God, among other things. See Phil. 4:6-7 (esp. Vs. 7) 1. Access (19) We achieve access into ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

I'm A Believer, Not A Feeler

Contributed by Mark Atherton on May 1, 2001

Let’s live by God’s word not our emotions

When I feel worthless, I choose to believe God 1 Peter 2:9-10 When I feel condemned, I choose to believe God Romans 8:1 When I feel unforgiven, I choose to believe God 1John 1:9 When I feel misunderstood, I choose to believe God Psalm 139:1-4 When I feel rejected, I choose to believe God Mt. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Holiness

The Transfiguration Of Christ

Contributed by Roger Hartline on Aug 5, 2001

The Transformation of Christ is not HIS changing, but his changing of us by Grace

Trinity 8 Solemnity of the Transfiguration of Christ, 2001 In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen! I am going to tell you all something truly shocking this morning. We celebrate today the Solemnity of the Transfiguration of Christ, but I tell you, this is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

In The Beginning Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 13, 2001

What does Genesis 1:1-2 say to us?

INTRODUCTION I think it is very appropriate that the first book of the Bible is titled Genesis. Genesis means “beginnings” and this book contains many origins and beginnings. The book of Genesis records for us, by Moses (yes I do believe he was the original author/compiler), the beginnings of so ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2, John 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The Beginning

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 28, 2001

Our God is the Creator

IN THE BEGINNING GENESIS 1:1-2 INTRODUCTION I think it is very appropriate that the first book of the Bible is titled Genesis. Genesis means “beginnings” and this book contains many origins and beginnings. The book of Genesis records for us, by Moses (yes I do believe he was the original ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-4, Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith, Building

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 31, 2001

"… present … your members as instruments of righteousness to God" (Romans 6:13).

Faith, Building Building on the Atonement "… present … your members as instruments of righteousness to God" (Romans 6:13). I cannot save and sanctify myself; I cannot make atonement for sin; I cannot redeem the world; I cannot right what is wrong, purify what is impure, or make holy what is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 123:3, Romans 6:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

“ No .....neither”

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 3, 2006

Remind men that God changes not

“ no .....neither” James 1:17 We are living in a changing world. Our friends, fiancees, and even our features change. Fashions change. However, in the midst of an changing world there is an unchanging God. For a thing to change it is necessary that the change occur in one of two direction: ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

I Am A True Disciple

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 1, 2006

True disciples believe that Jesus is the Son of God and submit to His authority.

INTRODUCTION: Have you not asked this question? Who is that Jesus that the first disciples believe? Did they believe in Jesus the “mere son” (lower than God or a semi-god)? Or they believed Jesus as the true and only God? What does it mean to believe that Jesus is the Son of God? Proposition: ...read more

Scripture: John 1:34-42

Denomination: Baptist

Hebrews Series

Contributed by Dennis Nolan on Apr 26, 2006

What the book of Hebrews says about Jesus

Christ in all the scriptures – Hebrews The Son Superior to Angels 1In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the universe. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist