Sermons on Personal Edification:

The Six Basic Needs Of The Unsaved

Contributed by Ronnie Mutina on Dec 28, 2005

Every person needs to know information about how they can be saved.

THE SIX BASIC NEEDS OF THE UNSAVED Acts 16:25 – 31 INTRODUCTION A. This passage, we are looking at today, has some great meaning in it. 1. We could talk about the faithfulness of Paul and Silas. 2. We could talk about the power of prayer and how God answers them. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

Turning Quiet Places Into Holy Places

Contributed by Robert Donato on Nov 30, 2005

An intimate relationship with God enables a person to handle life’s difficulties

Turning Quiet Places into Holy Places Luke 5:12-16 Theologian A. W. Tozer gives tremendous insight as he writes these profound words in his book The Knowledge of the Holy: “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” What do you think about God? Do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Be The Donkey

Contributed by Patrick Ziegler on Oct 23, 2005

Every person should carry Jesus to others because of three commands.

Be The Donkey Matthew 21:1-9 October 16, 2005 AM Subject: Witnessing Central Theme: Why should we bring the message of Jesus to others? Objective: Every person should carry Jesus to others because of three commands. Introduction: I love when the LORD uses illustrations. When Jesus made His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-9

Denomination: *other

This One Thing I Know

Contributed by Patrick Ziegler on Feb 27, 2005

Every person should let Jesus into their lives because of the Lights of knowledge.

One Thing I Know John 9 February 27, 2005 AM Subject: Knowledge Central Theme: What should we know about Jesus. Every person should let Jesus into their lives because of the Lights of knowledge. Introduction: I have been reading and thinking about this passage of scripture for a while now. I ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: *other

How To Treat Those Who Hurt Me Series

Contributed by Mark Magee on Aug 11, 2004

Let’s understand three “MUSTS” when handling personal hurt.

“How to Treat Those who Hurt Me” Text: Matthew 18:15-17; 21-35 Mark G. Magee A. All hurt: Everyone has had someone hurt them. Physical, emotional, and verbal abuse, rejection, ignored, fired, abandoned, broken engagements, divorce, gossip, lies, insult, cussed, theft, criticism-- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sanctification...does That Compute?

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 18, 2005

A sermon comparing the spyware problem on a computer with the sin-problem in the life of a person.

Introduction 1. On Friday, Pastor Debbie was having trouble with her computer… • And she asked me to help… • With our new Helping Hands Ministry… • I had planned to sign on to help with computer problems… • So, I guess this was my first call for help!... • In any event, what I found when I saw her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Investing In The Next Generation

Contributed by Mark Green on Jul 5, 2005

A challenge to invest four key traits into the life of one person this year.

When I was a Children’s Pastor I used to do something at the beginning of training seminars that I want us to do this morning. I want you to think back to your childhood and specifically to your early church experience. I know many of you attended Sunday School, VBS and other children’s activities ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peter's Great Confession

Contributed by Robert Travis on Nov 15, 2006

Do not depend on public opinion for the answer. Answer this question personally and promptly.

PETER’S GREAT CONFESSION Matthew 16:13-20 13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am?14 And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets.15 He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Free To Set Others Free

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Feb 23, 2006

Forgiveness is characteristic of God that we need in our lives to be a free person.

FREE TO SET OTHERS FREE Matt 18:21-35 In our look through the Bible the one that we find is most like other humans is Peter. On many occasions, his desire to be spiritually tough and dependable surpassed his depth of his commitment. He often is shown as one who is weak spiritually than the other ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Wesleyan

Holiness And The Tongue Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Feb 23, 2006

James tells us the mature person is able to bridle his tongue.

Holiness and the Tongue Text: James 3:1-12 Introduction: In 1994, a tabloid that you can purchase while standing in line at any local grocery store ran the headline "Killer Bug Ate My Face." Although the reporting was intentionally sensational, the story was based on seven real cases of invasive ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Humility - The Key To Joy Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 18, 2004

If you want to be a Joy-Full person, follow Jesus’ example of humility.

Becoming A Joy-FULL Person 3. Attitude Check Philippians 2:1-18 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: If you want to be a Joy-Full person, follow Jesus’ example of humility. OBJECTIVES: Listeners will understand what it means to be humble. Listeners will discover the connection between humility and joy-FULL ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Spirit And Unbelievers

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 1, 2004

A message of how he Holy Spirit works in the life of a lost person.

THE HOLY SPIRIT AND UNBELIEVERS John 16:7-11 INTRO: The Holy Spirit has an exciting, unique, essential ministry to carry out in our world today. What does He do for the unbeliever? The clearest answer is found in our text. READ TEXT! The key word is in verse 8. Let’s look at how the Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Mary's Experience

Contributed by Rita Sims on Apr 11, 2004

This is a first person perspective coming from Mary Magdalene on Easter morning.

MARY’S EXPERIENCE All scriptures related to Mary Magdalene Jn. 20:1-18 It was a day much like today, when it happened so long ago. It was such a great day, I’ll never forget it! After I met Jesus my whole life was changed. My name is Mary and I am from Magdala. Magdala was a busy ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Where's Mom

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Apr 14, 2004

Mom the unseen person is the one usually behind the scenes suffering in silence.

Where’s Mom Luke 15:11-32 Today we are here to worship the Lord but we are also celebrating Mother’s. Today is their day. Cards have been sent or given and dinners will be prepared and eaten in honor of those women who hold a special place in many hearts. As children we don’t really see the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Holiness

Brought To Christ Series

Contributed by David Beirne on Apr 29, 2004

Recognize the importance of the personal touch in evangelism. A brief devotional type message.

A Man Called Peter: Brought To Christ John 1:40-42, Luke 5:1-11 Intro. Our neglect of evangelism is a big concern to all of us. It is intimidating due to its consequences. What if I mess it up? What if my failure/shortcoming/lack of memory leads to the eternal damnation of someone’s soul? Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, John 1:40-42

Denomination: Baptist