Sermons on Port Royal:

Power In Weakness

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jan 6, 2006

We love power in all its forms. But amazingly, when God set out to save the world, He sent His Son in abject weakness. Could it be that this is His typical approach?

Passage: Luke 2:1-7 Intro: We live in a world in love with power. 1. we cheer for the teams who can dominate their opponent. 2. we idolize the strong, the wealthy, the winners. 3. and frankly, we find ourselves a little conflicted with how God has chosen to manifest Himself to the sinful ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Removing The Old Rags

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 12, 2001

WE are to remove the old rags of sin and put on the robe of righteousness!

INTRODUCTION Talk about the New Creation. Talk about dressing for occasions. Talk about the Prodigal Son and His Robe! The story is told of a little boy who went to the funeral of an atheist. There in the coffin was the man who professed not to believe in God, and, of course, God’s heaven. The ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Questions They Need Us To Ask Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jan 4, 2012

Being ready to give a defense for the reasons we believe, also be prepared to ask the right questions.

questions they need us to ask June 26, 2011 2 Cor 10:4-5 INTRODUCTION During a televised presidential campaign debate in 1984, Henry Trewhitt of The Baltimore Sun posed his question to Ronald Reagan: "You already are the oldest president in history, and some of your staff say you were tired after ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Supernatural Touch

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 1, 2012

Exposing the benefits of our complete realiance on the power of Good

A Supernatural Touch Bishop David Ibeleme Ex. 4:1ff, 17, 20. We all need a supernatural touch if we are going to make it on earth.  Though we live in the world we are not of the world – Jn. 17; 2 Cor. 10:3-6.  We cannot function carnally.  The natural realm is limited ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Faith Of Rahab

Contributed by James Lee on Oct 31, 2012

In Joshua chapter 2 we meet this lady by the name of Rahab and what we find out about her is rather shocking and you might even ask…”How can such a person be placed in this list, along with men like Abraham!?”

Recently we looked at an unusual hero, in a man called Samson. He was listed in what we call the “Faith Hall of Fame” There is another unusual hero listed there… Her name is Rahab and she was not what we might choose to be a hero type for our kids or even ourselves. In Joshua ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Your Future Is In Your Mouth

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 8, 2008

Using Your words To Change Your Life

Your Future Is In Your Mouth (Your Wealth, Your Health and Your Life) Your present condition is a product of your words – Ps. 39:1; 41:12; Matt. 12:34ff. It was practically created by the things you’ve been saying. Studying Jos. 1:8 and Matt. 6:31; we can conclude that;  Our words produce ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:34-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Overcomer's Mentality

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jul 8, 2008

Having a mindset of continual victory

THE OVERCOMER’S MENTALITY Rom. 12:1-3; Eph.6:10-12; 1 Cor. 10:13 Bishop David Ibeleme We are in warfare, whether we are aware of it or not. Bible says we have an adversary - 1 Pet. 5:8. The Devil has never been and would never be our friend or ally. He will do everything to make our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Myths About Love And Marriage

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jul 8, 2008

Helping people avoid the common myths that hinder us from enjoying marriage

Myths About Love and Marriage Dr. David Ibeleme 1. The "Perfect Couple" Syndrome. There is no perfect couple. No Marriage is "made in heaven" - Matt. 22:25-30. "You" are not anybody’s rib - Gen. 2:22ff. Marriage is a perfect relationship between two imperfect people. It’s the union not the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

And David Went On

Contributed by James Roberts on Jun 5, 2011

If anyone had a reason to quit it was David, but DAVID WENT ON!

AND DAVID WENT ON 2 Samuel 5:1-10 David had reigned in Hebron over Judah for 7 ½ years. He has just been proclaimed King over all Israel. His 1st act as King of all Israel was to take possession of the ancient city of Jerusalem. The city belonged to the Port of Benjamin, but the Jebusites had ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

"Don't Give Up Hope" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Oct 14, 2011

It is never to late to turn back to God. This is a three part series on Jonah.

I love the story of Jonah. Maybe because so many times in my life I have also been like Jonah. Have you ever felt like God was calling you to do something and you didn’t do it? If so you are not alone. I am going to give an outline today of the study for the next few days. But I believe the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

What Are You Thankful For? Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Nov 22, 2018

just what should we celebrate about the Thanksgiving holiday

WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR? This Thursday is Thanksgiving Day. One day in which we like those early Pilgrims set aside time in our busy schedules to give thanks to God. Most of us associate the holiday with happy Pilgrims and Indians sitting down to a big feast. And that did happen - once. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20, 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Episcopal

Friends And Family Day

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 30, 2019

In conjunction with our "Friends and Family Day" we will look at how we are both friends and family to Jesus.

1. Today is our “Friends and Family Day. Special worship and Fellowship 2. These are two biblical concepts of our relationship to Jesus – we are “Friends” and “Family.” 3. [What a Friend We Have in Jesus In the town of Port Hope, Canada there is a monument erected to Joseph Scriven. He was not a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17, Luke 8:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Perfect Storm

Contributed by Charles Hensley on Jun 19, 2019

The writer of the gospel of Luke and the book of Acts was on this ship in Acts 27 bound for Caesars Palace recorded all of the details of this perfect storm. So with those thoughts in mind, I want to talk with you about The Perfect Storm. What are those details about the Perfect Storm?

I. LUKE RECORDS THE FORECAST OF THE PERFECT STORM. (vs.9-10) 1. THE SEASON FOR STORMS. (Acts 27:9a) "Now when much time was spent, and when sailing was now dangerous; because the fast was already past:" They were already sailing from East to West in the Mediterranean ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Turning Point

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Jan 23, 2020

We have proclaimed this to be The Year of the Turnaround. The turnaround starts at The Turning Point!

Making S.M.A.R.T.T. Goals (part 2) THE TURNING POINT INTRO - We have proclaimed this to be The Year of the Turnaround. The turnaround starts with you and me releasing and unleashing the power that is working in us to reach S.M.A.R.T.T. goals. S.M.A.R.T.T. goals are: Specific - Watch and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:2

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 25, 2014

A drama for children: Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand

Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand (This children’s address is based on John 6: 1-15.) A Theology: Jesus’ miracles of feeding the five thousand and walking on water give relevance to the meaning of his sermon at Capernaum. In his sermon Jesus said, “And this is the will of him who ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran