Sermons on Personal Stories Of Redemption:

A Force Of One

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Aug 22, 2007

becoming a person of impact on this generation

Intro: people like the thought of a one man wrecking crew. A guy that can take on 50 people all by themselves. Bruce Lee, just the name is synonymous with beating up people. Sylvester Stallone, Rambo, able to take on as many that come against him. Arnold Swartznagger, the terminator. And my ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God’s Great Rescue

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Feb 10, 2015

Your salvation is the greatest rescue story of all time.

God’s Great Rescue February 8, 2015 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Your salvation is the greatest rescue story of all time. Focus Passage: Romans 3:21-26 Introduction: On March 23, 2003, US Army PFC Jessica Lynch was traveling in a convoy in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

God's Eternal Gift!

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 3, 2003

Christmas Message: God has a story to tell; it’s the story of His eternal gift. . . the gift is Jesus!

+ 1 John 5:11 And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. (NIV) 1. GOD’S STORY. “And this is the testimony.” What is a testimony? Our children did a super job in “The Not So Silent Night”showing us the testimony of the shepherds, the wise men, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Finding Our Neighbors Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 1, 2015

We all know the story, but do we actually learn from the story. What it means to be a Good Samaritan

This is week five of our Old School Sunday School series. Each week we’ve been re-telling some of the great bible stories from the New Testament, and so we’ve discovered new insights from the story of Jesus’ parents losing him when he was a kid, about Jesus being baptized, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Wesleyan

Understand His Power

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

Personal encounter with God through the power of the resurrection.

(Pre-service intro) We are celebrating an event that over a billion people around the world are gathering this day to celebrate: An event more people will bet on than the Super Bowl An event more people will cheer than the Oscars An event more people will partake of then the O.J. trial. (Now ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Good Man Lost And A Bad Man Saved

Contributed by Richard Dayringer, Thd on Aug 21, 2006

The attitude of a person’s heart or soul, not his or her outward actions determines one’s destiny.

A GOOD MAN LOST & A BAD MAN SAVED SELF-RIGHTEOUSNESS IS SELF-DECEPTION (TWO PRAYERS) 33 LU. 18:9-14 (Prayer) PROP: The attitude of a person’s heart or soul, not his or her actions determines one’s destiny. INTRO: 1. Notice the make-up of the crowd to whom Jesus spoke. V. 9 makes clear the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Eternal Security

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 28, 2000

Once a person is saved by believing in Jesus Christ, that person’s salvation can never be lost through any subsequent sin, act, or lack of action. The believer’s place in heaven is eternally secure.

ETERNAL SECURITY [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/eter-sec.html] [A handout for this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/etersec-handout.html]      The phrase "eternal security" means that once a person is saved by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:9-20, Romans 8:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Changed Life

Contributed by Tony Britt on Jun 18, 2001

This sermon deals with the power of Jesus Christ to change a person’s life, by looking at the conversion of Saul.

A Changed Life! Change! What comes to mind when you hear the word change? Do you think of the jingle jangle in your pocket? Do you think of the many times your mom has changed the furniture in the house around? Do you think of the many times you had to change outfits because you couldn’t figure ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't Blame Father God!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 30, 2015

It's God's fault? Really? There is no fuiture in sticking with that story,

Don't Blame Father God! So often in my 63 years I have heard people complain about trauma and drama in their lives and blame God or wonder why He did not do something different in their lives or why He allowed various negative things to come into their lives. I admit I have had some of that in my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Free From The Bondage Of Sin

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 15, 2025

Breaking free from the bondage of sin is not just a possibility; it is a promise for those who put their faith in Jesus Christ.

BREAKING FREE FROM THE BONDAGE OF SIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 8:36 Supporting Texts: Romans 6:16-18; Galatians 5:1 INTRODUCTION: Sin is a powerful force that can enslave us, leading to despair and separation from God. Many individuals feel trapped in patterns of sin, believing ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36, Romans 6:16-18, Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mary, Did You Know? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023

Explores Mary's faith in accepting God's will, encouraging us to trust God's promises and be active participants in His redemptive narrative.

Good morning, beloved family of God. I have the distinct privilege of standing before you today, not by my own merit, but by the grace of our Lord, Jesus Christ. We are gathered together in His name, bound by the love He has lavished upon us, and driven by the hope He has instilled within us. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Mary, News

Rebuild The Wall Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Oct 16, 2009

We often wonder what one person can do, but God says one person’s intercession can change the course of history.

PATTERN: INDUCTIVE - Relational Outline by Andy Stanley Me (my dilemma or question) I’ve felt a little tired over the summer. • Lots of changes in our house • Changes in my responsibilities with the District I’ve begun thinking things like, “One person can only do so much.” Then later I thought, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:23-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

Arise My Love

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Jan 16, 2009

The Greatest Story Ever Told

04/08/07 Arise My Love...Easter Message Mark 15:25 And it was the third hour, and they crucified him. Mark 15:26 And the superscription of his accusation was written over, THE KING OF THE JEWS. Mark 15:27 And with him they crucify two thieves; the one on his right hand, and the other on his ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Outcast Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 26, 2022

Hagar tells her story

They call me “the old woman” now, behind my back. To my face it’s still a respectful “grandmother.” And the little ones still come to hear the stories of the old days, the days of struggle and doubt. But there’s no one left who’s ever been to Egypt, or lived in a town. Sometimes even I forget that ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Jesus Sets Us Free

Contributed by Gordon Brownlee on Oct 17, 2013

The Christian finds personal freedom at the Cross of Christ

How Jesus sets us Free The Christian life is based on certain principles that provide us success in the after life, but also here on earth. This is where we learn about the importance of the Cross of Christ. When we refer to the “Cross”, we are talking about a foundation of Christianity which is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-15

Denomination: *other