Sermons on Permissiveness:

The Conversion Of Saul Series

Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Sep 1, 2005

this is the study on the conversion of Saul. The 11th in a series in the book of Acts

The Conversion of Saul Acts 9:1-31 Acts # 11 At the end of chapter seven and the beginning of chapter eight we have been introduced to Saul. Saul was very religious and very zealous for his faith. He had the very best training in the Jewish religion. We was very zealous of his faith. He was not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

If A Donkey Could Talk

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Apr 13, 2006

What story could hold such importance that it is found in every Gospel? They all record His baptism, the feeding of the 5,000 from five loaves and two fishes, Mary’s anointing of the Lord Jesus, His prayer in the garden of Gethsemane, His betrayal, trial

If a Donkey Could Speak Matthew 21:1-11 One of the few accounts found in all four gospels. What story could hold such importance that it is found in every Gospel? They all record His baptism, the feeding of the 5,000 from five loaves and two fishes, Mary’s anointing of the Lord Jesus, His prayer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God The Holy Spirit, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 21, 2006

The Holy Spirit guides us into the truth, strengthens us, intercedes in prayer, and marks us as belongng to God.

God the Holy Spirit, Part 2 Eph. 1:13, 14 INTRO.: This message is the final one in our series on “The God We Worship.” Last week we discussed the Holy Spirit as the One who reveals the Father through the inspired Word, provides power to the Church, enables the second birth, and lives in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marital Dominoes Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jun 25, 2001

Paul teaches that Spirit-filling plays out in a practical way in our personal relationships, keeping our lives from knocking down the things that are most important instead of building them up.

Introduction The following game, Marital Dominoes, is an effective way for a husband to cause a negative chain reaction in his wife. The “benefits” of this game then are double. Not only does the husband enjoy his own sins, but he also gets to put up with his wife’s. Everybody loses! The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33, 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Love Motivates Change

Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Jun 27, 2001

What motivates change in your life?

The news reporting business knows that a good headline written or spoken will capture the attention of people and lead them to read or hear what is being reported. News Headlines: · What Is Missing In Heaven? (Pulpit Helps, June 2001) · Medical Marijuana Ruled Illegal. (Springfield ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

Please Help Us In New York

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Sep 15, 2001

Churches in New York City need desperately other churches in America to help us. We cannot do this job alone.

PLEASE HELP US IN NEW YORK CITY By Pastor Fernando Cabrera New Life Outreach International Church 2757 Morris Ave. Bronx. NY. 10468 (718) 562-2230 How can I even begin to describe to you the tragedy of the World Trade Center as a pastor who has found himself in the middle of the biggest tragedy ...read more

The Door To Full Surrender

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Apr 4, 2004

Tests of our faith shape our ministry.

The Door to Full Surrender 1 Samuel 3:1 Scripture Reading – 1 Samuel 3:1-10 Thesis – Tests of our faith shape our ministry. Aim – At the end of this message, the hearer will know the trials and tests of our faith are part of God’s calling in our ministry. Our devotional opens in chapter three ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

God's Justice Series

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 19, 2008

Haman was second in command, his pride leads to his fall to enemy of the State. His archenemy gets his estate. That is God’s justice

Esther Chapter 8 Saying Yes to God part 8 Haman fell from second in command to an enemy of the State and executed as such. He was hung on the gallows he built for someone else. He amassed a huge fortune, lands, houses, money and other possessions. Usually this would be left for his family, but ...read more

Scripture: Esther 8:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Time To Celebrate Series

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 25, 2008

There is reversal of the edict to annihilate the Jews. Now they have the opportunity to complete what Saul left lacking.

Let the celebration begin Saying Yes to God part 9 Esther 9:1-10:3 WE all have a reason to celebrate. The Feast of Purim, usually in March, is a festive feast of the Jews, they celebrate it with great passion. As Christians we have been adopted into history of the OT and have our own reasons to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stewardship, A Personal Testimony

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Oct 27, 2007

A personal stewardship testimony emphasizing the need for balance in life.

Before I start, I need to define one important term. The device on the table is not a scale. You can find scales in the bathroom, the doctor’s office, the meat market the truck stop etc. I personally don’t like scales -- the last time I used one I weighed 160 pounds. The correct term for this ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:5-6

Denomination: Lutheran

The Sound Of Silence

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 7, 2008

Communion Meditation for September 2, 2007

(Slide 1) Around 40 years ago Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel recorded a song entitled ‘The Sound of Silence.’ It contained a couple of memorable lines that some people have used over these four decades to describe themselves: ‘I am a rock, I am an island/And a rock feels no pain/and an island never ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Church Of God

Are We Fighting God

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 9, 2008

Do our actions show us obedient or fighting God

Are we fighting GOD? Acts 5: 17-42 This segment reminds us who the enemy really is, the enemy is not flesh and blood, and it is not ideologies or even legalism. The enemy is a spiritual being who manipulates, who twists truths, and uses our ego for his gain. Look around today and see what causes ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Community Hurts Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Feb 20, 2007

God calls all of us to live lives of love amongst each other. To help our neighbors and to become a family, a community of believers that help one another. But what happens when community hurts because of broken relationships and hurt feelings? How do you

What ever happened to Ice tea and Front Porches? Part 2- When Community Hurts… Colossians 3:12-17 Pastor Ryan Akers Video- I belong- found on sermonspice Me- Have you ever gotten into a fight with a next door neighbor? Story of Rambo. Mom and neighbor got into a fight about our trash being spread ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Imitators Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 10, 2009

God wants us to copy him. We can live no better life than to have a life with godlike characteristics.

Ephesians 4:25-5:2 “Imitators” INTRODUCTION One of my favorite subjects in school was history. Not only is the study of history completely devoid of any algebraic equations or geometric theorems, but it is also filled with people and stories from which we can learn so much. History ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Christian Attributes (Acronym)

Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Aug 11, 2009

An acronym of the word Christian

The Attributes of a Christian C. Commitment, Romans 6:16 Fifty-six men signed the Declaration of Independence. Their conviction resulted in untold sufferings for themselves and their families. Of the 56 men, five were captured by the British and tortured before they died. Twelve had their homes ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ