Sermons on Pleasures:

Gluttony - A Deadly Sin

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. We have been talking about deadly sins. Sins that plant themselves deep within us and can take over our lives. Sins that lead us to other sin and sins that separate us from God. 2. Today we look at a fifth deadly sin. And as we consider this sin - it may seem harmless ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Choking On The World Series

Contributed by Steve Hanchett on Dec 13, 2000

How attraction to and choice of this world demonstrates the condition of the heart.

“Choking on the World” Steve Hanchett, pastor Berry Road Baptist Church “Now, he who received the seek among the thorns is he who hears the word, and the cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches choke the word, and he becomes unfruitful." -Matthew 13:22- “But they all with one accord ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:22, Luke 14:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Mount Lesson 14

Contributed by Bill Prater on Jan 1, 2001

Lesson 14

Once again we need to be reminded that the Lord is in no way altering or changing the teaching of the Old Testament. It is not the Law per se that is under consideration, but the carnal interpretation of it made by the Pharisees. I. A DISCIPLINE THAT IS DECEITFUL A. The Pharisees Insisted on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

How's Your Heart?

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 20, 2001

In order to experience real growth in your life, the condition of your heart will determine what God’s Word can do in your life.

Luke 8:1-15 "How Is Your Heart?" By Rev. Mark Hiehle The Parable of the sower, is a very familiar portion of scripture. It can be very tempting to think to yourself, "I’ve heard this story, hundreds of times before, and there is nothing new here for me." Because we think that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-15, Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Will God Excuse Mankind?

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 22, 2001

The heathen have clearly seen God; they have clearly rejected God; and they have clearly become rebrobate.

WILL GOD EXCUSE MANKIND? Romans 1:18-32 Paul has both good news and bad news for the world. The good news, which will shortly follow, is that God has provided an atonement for our sins. The bad news, which he explores first, is that all men need atonement for their sins. Before you can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Search For Hope

Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Jan 22, 2001

The inward, outward, heavnward search causes us to draw closer to the abondant love of our Lord and Savior.

First Baptist Church 545 South Main street Jellico, Tennessee. 37762. Pastor: Michael Blankenship Sunday Morning January 14, 2001 It seems as if today more than ever before in history we are less satisfied with the lives, which we live. We have more than our parents and grandparents ever dreamed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Living For Eternity

Contributed by David Anderson on May 3, 2001

Sacrificing our seconds within this world we await the eternal hour of paradise.

Sermon: "LIVING FOR ETERNITY" D. Anderson Is. 26:1ff; Rev. 21:9-11,22-27; Mat. 5:1-12 + + + Here again these breath-giving Words proclaimed by the prophet Isaiah: But your dead will live; their bodies will rise. You who dwell in the dust, wake up and shout for joy. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:9-27, Isaiah 26:19

Denomination: Lutheran

A' Go'en Fishen

Contributed by David Anderson on May 4, 2001

We are all using time as me move toward our end in this world. How we use that time is important.

New Year’s Eve Sermon: “A Go’en A’ Fishen” Rev. D. Anderson Revelation 22:12-13 John 15:8 On this New Year’s Eve of 1998, let’s look at what’s coming down the pike for us, and see what that has to do with how we use our time. From Revelation ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:12-13, John 15:8

Denomination: Lutheran

Ted Turner Ain't Moses Series

Contributed by Tom Dooley on May 21, 2001

As I look at the world in which we live, the more convinced I become that there has never been a time when the Ten Commandments needed to be studied in detail and depth as they do in our society. These "Timeless Truths" touch on every problem we have in America.

Timeless Truths For Troubled Times (A Study of the Ten Commandments) "Ted Turner Ain’t Moses" Exodus 20:1-3 This sermon was preached by Pastor Tom Dooley at the Harrison Church, Minford, Ohio, September 14, 1997 in the a.m. service. www.preachingtheword.com A while back, Ted Turner, who is the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Godly Father

Contributed by Royce Hendry on May 23, 2001

How to be a Godly father in an ungodly world.

HOW TO BE A GODLY FATHER IN AN UNGODLY WORLD GENESIS 5:21-24 Also read Heb.11:5-6 & Jude 14-15. INTRO: Get the picture. It is an extremely hot day in a major desert city. The city bus is crowded. The people are tired and miserable. Suddenly, a young man begins cursing. It’s one cuss word after ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Does This Evil Generation Need

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jun 8, 2001

describes what this evil generation needs to see and hear

WHAT DOES THIS EVIL GENERATION NEED? Matthew 12:38-42 As if the scribes and Pharisees had not provoked Jesus enough, they demand a sign from heaven from him. Their demand was swiftly and categorically denied. What more could He had done to convince them? The attitude that demands miraculous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Goodness Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 20, 2006

Third in an eight part series on the attributes of God.

Introduction: • Internal battle we face as believers: Will I allow Jesus Christ to be the Master of every area of my life? o School o Dating life o Career o Finances o Leisure • Ultimately those battles come down to what I understand about God’s goodness. When I see God’s goodness with 20/20 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

How Then Should We Live?

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Jun 30, 2006

The Lord God calls for everyone of us to live a life that is pleasing to Him, and life that glorifies Him.

HOW THEN SHOULD WE LIVE? Ecclesiastes 11:7-12:1-7 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCAS, Daraga Albay July 1, 2006 Introduction People have different goals. Some seek for fame and fortune. Others seek for security and social position. Many seek for pleasure and popularity. But few seek for ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Crazy Love

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Jul 6, 2006

Passion is a God-thing that tends to prompt God’s people to get things done.

Crazy Love Text: Isaiah 62:1-2a - "I will not keep silent because of Zion, and I will not keep still because of Jerusalem until her righteousness shines like a bright light, and her salvation like a flaming torch. Nations will see your righteousness, and all kings your glory." Introduction: I want ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Temptations

Contributed by Ryan Speights on Jul 13, 2006

How do we deal with satins temptations

TEMPTATIONS I. What does it mean to be tempted? (Genesis 3:1-7) 1 Now the serpent was more cunning than any beast of the field which the LORD God had made. And he said to the woman, “Has God indeed said, ‘You shall not eat of every tree of the garden’?”2 And the woman said to the serpent, “We ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist