Sermons on Pierced For Purpose:

255 - Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Apr 19, 2003

What does the "Cross of Christ" represent to us today? Discover 5 "power purposes" for the Cross.

Sermon Study #255 - POWER OF THE CROSS Key Scripture: (1 Cor 1:17-18) For Christ did not send me (Paul) to baptize, but to preach the gospel--not with words of human wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power. (18) For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

What Should The Church Be In 2013?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 16, 2013

Simply put a church is a local called-out Body of Christ that has united together as the Family of God to worship and to obey His commands. The bottom line is the church is you and I. The question is, therefore, “What should we be in 2013?”

What Should the Church Be in 2013? Ephesians 5:25b-27 Before answering the question, “What should the church be in 2013”, it would do us good to define what we mean by the term “the church”. Some would define church as a denomination – the Roman Catholic Church, the Lutheran Church, the Nazarene ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Built Up A Spiritual House

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002

The church is compared to a house, and we are the individual building blocks.

Introduction: This morning, I want to talk about a church building. Not the physical building that surrounds us here which is composed of wood and stone, but the building of God, the church of our Lord that is composed of living stones. The New Testament uses a number of different descriptive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10, 1 Peter 2:8-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

911 Where Was God?

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Sep 17, 2001

In tragic times like the terrorist attack on America, Christians and non-Christians want to know where was God?

Sequim Bible Church September 16, 2001 911 WHERE WAS GOD?! Luke 13:1-5 As long as each one of us lives, we will not forget the ruthless and gutless attack by fanatic terrorists on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Captured By The Cause Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on May 28, 2003

when a People, when a Church, when a Team is Captured By the Cause, When a Team can see the Big Picture, through the power of the Holy Spirit, there is no stopping that team from it’s goals.

AC 3:1 One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the time of prayer--at three in the afternoon. 2 Now a man crippled from birth was being carried to the temple gate called Beautiful, where he was put every day to beg from those going into the temple courts. 3 When he saw Peter and John ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Living Below Provision Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

Sermon contrasts victories experienced by God’s people with later defeats and what caused the decline.

Living Below Provision Series: Lessons from Judges Judges 1:1-2:20[1] 7-17-05 The book of Judges begins with some wonderful victories for the people of God. God has given Israel Canaan land and told them to possess the land. In Deuteronomy 7:1-6 He told them to utterly destroy the Canaanites. ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

The Ascension Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 2, 2010

The Ascension of Jesus Christ, and His commission to His disciples, is vitally important for today. Our life’s purpose as Christians and as the Church are found in the last words of Jesus before He leaves planet earth for a while.

Sermon for CATM – May 2, 2010 – The Ascension of Jesus Christ Show “God’s Ipod” short film (Will be on Youtube by June Jesus is alive!!! Amen. He is here by His Holy Spirit. He is present to us. God has not abandoned us. Lives that touch Jesus are transformed. New purpose and self-respect is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We The People: Rediscovering Sabbath

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 3, 2010

Fall 1987: Sabbath is about far more than doing whatever you feel like doing. It is a chance to be authentic, in relationship with God, and it is meant to be a delight and not a burden.

Be honest now. This morning when the alarm rang or when your wife nudged you in the ribs; when your mom screamed something about being late -- what was your reaction? What did you feel about getting up and going to church? I asked you to be honest – but not necessarily out loud! Now thus ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Messiah Of The Word Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 13, 2010

When we read the Bible we need to understand what God is trying to tell us.

A Messiah of the Word Text: Matt. 12:1-14 Introduction 1. Illustration: A wife woke up one morning and said, “Honey, I just had a dream that you bought me a new gold necklace. What do you think it means?”“I don’t know, but Valentine’s Day is coming soon. Tuesday, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Wart?

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 30, 2010

When we get a glimpse of the majesty of God and the marvel of his creation, is it any wonder that we are mystified that God would care for us?

Title: The Wart Text: Psalm 8 Thesis: When we get a glimpse of the majesty of God and the marvel of his creation is it any wonder that we are mystified that God should care for us? Introduction Great American humorist Mark Twain told a story about a California man who died and went to heaven. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Call To Worship Series

Contributed by David Swinney on May 31, 2010

Paul calls the church to worship God for the amazing things He has done for us in Christ Jesus.

A Call to Worship Ephesians 1: 3 – 14 I don’t know if you’ve ever really thought about it, but there very first story in the Bible involving more than one human being, is the story of a wedding. God, after looking at everything else in all creation and pronouncing it good, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Does God Speak? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 7, 2010

People will look at you so funny these days if you say that God is speaking to you. Many believe it is NOT really happening and they refuse to believe! Does God speak? Yes He does!

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 25, 2010 Date Preached: May 30, 2010 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Great Questions of Our Faith Sermon Title: Does God Speak? Sermon Text: 1 Cor 2:10-13 [ESV] 10 these things God has revealed to us through the Spirit. For the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Light Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 8, 2010

Study of the book of Isaiah, Chapter 2. In this message we see God's calling to move into the House of Jacob -- that we would not only move, but that we would bring others as well.

Walking in the Light Isaiah 2:5 Introduction - Can you imagine for a moment if the literal house of Jacob acknowledged Jesus? - However, these people have a veil over their hearts; to hide the true Messiah - Yet, there is good news – one day they will see Him; and that day we will too - A ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Under God Control Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 10, 2010

Live according to the power of God.

Ephesians 4:25-28 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. In your anger do not sin. Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. He who has been stealing must steal no ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

True Worship

Contributed by Peter Sapp on Jun 10, 2010

Church is more than just showing up, it's about meaningful worship.

One Sunday morning the pastor noticed little Johnny was standing and staring up at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the church. The young man of seven had been staring at the plaque for some time, so the pastor walked up and stood beside him and, gazing up at the plaque, he said quietly, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 29:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational