Sermons on Persecution Endurance:

Not For Sale

Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Jun 28, 2001

Some things in life are simply not for sale.

You can tell that the season of summer is here, if not by the traditional signs such as higher temperatures, at least by the signs of garage sales popping up all over the place. Has anyone been to any yet? Has anyone hosted one yet? Picture this. There you are, keeping one eye on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Commitment

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jun 29, 2001

To serve God you must be committed to His will for your life. If you want to fulfill your purpose, you must be committed to it.

Commitment “A Term That Has Seemingly Become Obsolete” What is commitment? An engagement or pledge to do something, An unreserved devotion, bound to stand fast or hold in place. We live in a self-serving, throwaway, live-for-the-moment, do-what-feels-good, society. Typically, the only ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:5, 1 Thessalonians 3:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will The Real Christian Please Stand Up?

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 29, 2001

This message encourages Christians to take a stand as a witness so this world can see there are real Christians that are unafraid to let their faith become visible.

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-18 Title: “Will the Real Christian Please Stand Up?” Introduction: There was a game show on the television many years ago called, “To Tell the Truth.” Three people would be questioned on the show by a panel of four people to determine who was really what they said they ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Is Good For Me That I Was Afflicted Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001

APPRECIATING AFFLICTION IS THE PATHWAY TO SPIRITUAL KNOWLEDGE AND DISCERNMENT

BIG IDEA: APPRECIATING AFFLICTION IS THE PATHWAY TO SPIRITUAL KNOWLEDGE AND DISCERNMENT I. THE GOOD SHEPHERD USES AFFLICTION TO DISCIPLINE AND RESCUE WAYWARD SHEEP "Before I was afflicted I went astray, But now I keep Thy word." II. APPRECIATING AFFLICTION SOUNDS LIKE A CONTRADICTION BUT ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:65-72

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Wait For Thy Word -- Part 1 Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001

PERSEVERANCE IN WAITING FOR GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO A BLAMELESS HEART AND A BLAMELESS TESTIMONY

BIG IDEA: PERSEVERANCE IN WAITING FOR GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO A BLAMELESS HEART AND A BLAMELESS TESTIMONY INTRODUCTION Perseverance is a lost virtue in our Instant-oriented culture. Spiritual maturity does not occur overnight. The Psalmist is experiencing some persisting type of affliction ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:73-80

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is It Christian Or Is It Convenient

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 1, 2001

This sermon looks at how we may have to choose between being a true Christian, or simply taking the path of convenience in our walk with the Lord. Jeroboam is the main character.

IS IT CHRISTIAN OR CONVENIENT I Kings 11:26-40, 2 Timothy 2:1-30, Text I Kings 12:25-33 Early 2/26/93 .ls2 We live in a world intent on making things convenient for us. There are a host of things that have made living more conven ient and human bodies more lazy. We no longer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:25-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Life Comes To A Screeching Halt (How To React When Tragedy Strikes) Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Jul 3, 2001

TRAGEDY STRIKES ALL OF US AT SOME POINT. NEHEMIAH SHOWS US HOW TO REACT CONSTRUCTIVELY TO IT.

Intro: When tragedy strikes, some react by getting bitter, blaming God, withdrawing, and never working through a constructive reaction. Nehemiah shows us how to react positively and constructively to tragedy. His tragedy was that his homeland had been devistated, the wall of Jerusalem had been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Call To Courage Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

PAUL CHALLENGES TIMOTHY TO REJECT FEAR AND EMBRACE SUFFERING IN FULFILLING HIS CALL TO THE MINISTRY OF THE GOSPEL

BIG IDEA: PAUL CHALLENGES TIMOTHY TO REJECT FEAR AND EMBRACE SUFFERING IN FULFILLING HIS CALL TO THE MINISTRY OF THE GOSPEL INTRODUCTION: “Therefore” – based on vv.6-7 you have been called and gifted for the gospel ministry you have received the divine empowering = “power and love and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Having The Courage To Do The Right Thing

Contributed by Maurice Brown on Jul 7, 2001

There is a time when we must stand up and do the right thing, regardless of the consequences.

INTRODUCTION A. Listen to these words! “I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something. And because I cannot do everything. I will not refuse to do the something I can do” (Edward Everet Hale) B. These are inspiring words of courage and ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can You See What I Am Hearing?

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 8, 2001

God is still calling people to follow him into full time ministry and we must hear his voice and respond.

CAN YOU SEE WHAT I AM HEARING? NEW VISION I SAMUEL 3: 1-21 (II CORINTIANS 4: 5-12) JULY 8, 2001 INTRODUCTION: In More than You and Me, Kevin and Karen Miller write of the power of a God-given Vision: One couple lived in London 130 years ago. For the first 10 years of their marriage, William ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-21, 2 Corinthians 4:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

A View From The Finish Line Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 10, 2001

A LIFE OF PERSEVERANCE EARNS A PERSPECTIVE OF CONTENTMENT, FULFILLMENT, AND EXPECTATION

TITLE: A VIEW FROM THE FINISH LINE – FINAL REFLECTIONS FROM THE APOSTLE PAUL BIG IDEA: A LIFE OF PERSEVERANCE EARNS A PERSPECTIVE OF CONTENTMENT, FULFILLMENT, AND EXPECTATION I. (:6) PERSPECTIVE TOWARDS THE PRESENT: CONTENTMENT A. Content to be a Living (and Dying) Sacrifice “For I am already ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pressing On Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 14, 2001

PRESSING TOWARD THE GOAL IS THE ONLY WAY TO RUN THE RACE OF CONFORMITY TO JESUS CHRIST

BIG IDEA: PRESSING TOWARD THE GOAL IS THE ONLY WAY TO RUN THE RACE OF CONFORMITY TO JESUS CHRIST INTRODUCTION: Walvoord: "On the one hand, discontent with one’s spiritual life can bring discouragement and unnecessary resignation to spiritual defeat. On the other hand, in overestimating one’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Outward Harmony / Inward Peace Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 14, 2001

HARMONY OF FELLOWSHIP AND INNER PEACE REQUIRE TOTAL COMMITMENT

BIG IDEA: HARMONY OF FELLOWSHIP AND INNER PEACE REQUIRE TOTAL COMMITMENT I. (:1-5) HARMONY OF FELLOWSHIP REQUIRES OUR TOTAL COMMITMENT TO ONE ANOTHER WITH A SPIRIT OF: - STEADFASTNESS - JOY - AND PATIENCE A. (:1) Steadfastness -- We Must be Totally Committed to Stand Firm in the Lord 1. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How's Your Heart

Contributed by Bruce Smith on Jul 15, 2001

God is looking for people who have the right heart attitude. Are you one of them

HOWS YOUR HEART? About Five years ago I found myself in the Modbury Hospital High dependency ward with a ? heart attack. I should have been in distress but the whole time I was in peace because I knew my heart was right before the Lord. The Bible says Isaiah 26:3 You will keep him in perfect ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

But There Is No Peace

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Oct 3, 2001

In response to the Attack on America of September 11th, this sermon addresses the struggle between wanting to be faithful to Christ’s call for peace and faithful to Christ’s call for justice. Jeremiah warns us from crying for "peace, peace," when there i

"But There Is No Peace" The Rev. Dr. Maynard Pittendreigh Sunrise Presbyterian Church Jeremiah 8:10-11 It was not that long ago. You remember where you were when you heard the news. You will always remember. You will tell your children and your grandchildren where you were when you first heard ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:10-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed