Sermons on Philippians Studies:

How To Intepret Difficult Passages

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001

How to Intepret Difficult Passages

How To Deal With Problems In the Bible 1. Believe that the Bible is the word of God without error, completely true, and entirely inspired by God. Once you approach the scriptures with this presupposition it is just a matter of time before you will see that there are no contradictions, errors, or ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Full Of Eyes

Contributed by James Groce on Aug 26, 2001

Since Paul spoke of EYES OF UNDERSTANDING, it is the MIND that is BLINDED. There is a vail over the eyes of understanding, the mind.

------------------------------------------ Gene 3:24 So he drove out the man; and he placed at the east of the garden of Eden Cherubims, and a flaming sword which turned every way, to keep the way of the tree of life. Exod 26:31 And thou shalt make a vail [of] blue, and purple, and scarlet, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 10:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hosea And The Covenant

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Aug 28, 2001

There is encouragement in a covenant relationship.

Hosea And The Covenant Hosea 2:1 - 3:5 An Outline Review: Last week we began a series on the minor prophets, starting with the book of Hosea. We found that God used Hosea’s marriage to Gomer as an object lesson for the people of Israel. It was a lesson that taught the people they had ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Welcome Jesus Into Your Home

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 28, 2001

The familiar story about Jesus visiting Mary and Martha serves as an encouragement for us to clear the clutter that keeps Jesus out of our homes and lives.

“For Christian homes, O Lord we pray.” Hymn 500 in our hymnal begins with those words. Whether we are married or single, whether we have children or not, whether we live in a home or an apartment that is our prayer isn’t it? We want our homes to be Christian homes. But what makes the place ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Lutheran

The Preacher Preaches To Preachers

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 30, 2001

Jeremiah’s guidance on how to preach an effective sermon

September 2, 2001 Jeremiah 23:23-29 23 “Am I only a God nearby,” declares the LORD, “and not a God far away? 24 Can anyone hide in secret places so that I cannot see him?” declares the LORD. “Do not I fill heaven and earth?” declares the LORD. 25 “I have heard what the prophets say who ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:23-28

Denomination: Lutheran

We Will Tell The Praiseworthy Deeds Of The Lord

Contributed by Edward Frey on Sep 5, 2001

Growth in the Word is vital if we are to share the Word with our families

Sermon Text: Psalm 78:1-8 September 9, 2001 -- Christian Education Sunday WE WILL TELL THE NEXT GENERATION! I’m sure most of you have heard the story about the Christmas ham. It goes like this: One year, as mom prepared to put the Christmas ham in the pan, she cut a piece off one end. Her ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Spiritual Health - 3 Healthy Habits Series

Contributed by Harley Jay Nickless on Sep 11, 2001

Part of the Fit for Life PowerPak - How to be Spiritually Fit

“Spiritual Fitness” Three Steps to Spiritual Fitness 7Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives’ tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. 8For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8, Matthew 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Formacion Espiritual

Contributed by Hector Rodriguez on Oct 29, 2001

A spanish study on the need to have a strong and solid foundation, based on the word of God.

Formación Espiritual Nº 4 Pastor: Héctor.M. Rodríguez Introducción Hoy estaremos estudiando los puntos más sobresalientes de la doctrina, como lo comentamos la semana pasada. Estos puntos son para que usted forme un fundamento en su caminar con Dios. Como dijimos la semana pasada en el ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:2, Genesis 1:1-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Looking At Luke

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 31, 2001

This is an inductive Bible survey of the gospel of Luke that examines major themes and topics with a study of major divisions.

Luke Book Survey I. Divide and Title A. Sectional Divisions 1:1-4 Preface 1:5 - 2:52 Birth Narrative 3:1 - 4:13 Preparation of Jesus 4:14 - 9:50 The Ministry in Galilee 9:51 - 19:27 The trip to Jerusalem 19:28 - 21:38 The Ministry in Jerusalem 22:1 - 23:56 The Death Narrative 24:1 - 53 The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1

Denomination: Church Of God

Carefully Taught

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Nov 11, 2001

The Lord went to a lot of effort to write us a love letter. We call it the Bible. We would be amiss not to read it.

Letters are interesting and amazing things. They have been the main form of communication between two people or groups of people who are some distance apart, longer than any other form of communication. With the invention of the telephone, there was some threat that written correspondence may ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Methodist

Where Was God On September 11?

Contributed by Sunny Philip on Nov 12, 2001

An honest attempt to answer the question asked by millions in our society, since September 11.

It is possible that all of us asked this question. No one should be blamed for asking it either. It was not an expression of unbelief. Just a cry from the pit of our hearts. Anyone who reads Bible regularly knows that we were not the first ones to ask this question. Israel asked, “Why do you hide ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:2, Deuteronomy 29:29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Pursuit Of Happiness

Contributed by Michael Bowen on Nov 19, 2001

Three realities of a daily devotional life.

The Pursuit Of Happiness - Psalm 1:1-3 Introduction: Little Robert wanted a watch so badly that he wearied his whole family with his begging. His father promised him a watch when he was older, then forbade him to mention the topic again. Next Sunday during devotions at the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Follow, Lead, And Get Out Of The Way

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Nov 23, 2001

This sermon challenges leaders to disciple the body of Christ.

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Follow, Lead, AND Get Out of the Way! Calvary Christian ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Church-Bethany Style

Contributed by James Groce on Nov 25, 2001

Bethany represents UNFULFILLED POTENTIAL

------------------------------------------ Luke 10:38-42 38 Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman namedMartha received him into her house. 39 And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus’ feet, and heard his word. 40 But Martha ...read more

Scripture: John 11:43-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Importance Of Reading God's Word

Contributed by Benny Horn on Dec 3, 2001

When you lose your appetite for spiritual food, you may need to see a spiritual doctor, the great physician, Dr. Jesus!

"The Importance of Reading God’s Word" 08-06-00 Introduction: How many times have you heard some of these excuses on why folks don’t read the Bible? Maybe you have been guilty of using some of them yourself. 1. I think the Bible is just a book written by a bunch of men... 2. It’s hard to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, John 1:1

Denomination: Baptist