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A Prophet Challenges The System

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 20, 2002

based on 115 ratings

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This sermon addresses the issue of how prosperity does not always mean that God apporves of what is going on with those in positions of power.

A PROPHET CHALLENGES THE SYSTEM Text: Amos 7:7-17 One of the most intriguing sights in all the world is that of the leaning Tower Of Pisa in Tuscany, Italy. It was begun in 1174 and completed in 1350. It stands 179 feet high and leans some 16 and a half feet out of the perpendicular as of ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:7-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Shattering The Silence Series

Contributed by Chris Stephens on May 2, 2002

based on 38 ratings

| 9,145 views

Inviting God to graciously Shatter the Silence in his communication to us requires that we position ourselves to hear his voice.

Shattering the Silence: Hearing from God 1 Samuel 3:1-18 November 25, 2001 This Thanksgiving we went to Tulsa to spend time with some of our family who lives there and we had opportunity to meet up with a cousin of mine whom we haven¡¦t heard from in more than 5 years. We quickly got caught up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph, God, & Success Series

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Aug 18, 2001

based on 70 ratings

| 9,283 views

How do you measure success? This sermon explores the contradiction in between the success God gives him and his position.

Genesis 39:20-23 Bibliography: (www.sermonillustrator.com: success) Someone once asked Paul Harvey, the journalist and radio commentator, to reveal the secret of his success. “I get up when I fall down,” said Harvey. John D. Rockefeller Jr. remarked, “The secret of success is to do the common ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:20-23

Denomination: Methodist

My Glory And The Lifter Of My Head Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 27, 2001

based on 41 ratings

| 17,716 views

FROM HIS EXALTED POSITION OF SUPREME GLORY, THE LORD CAN RAISE UP THE POOREST SOUL TO THE PLACE OF BLESSING AND HONOR

BIG IDEA: FROM HIS EXALTED POSITION OF SUPREME GLORY, THE LORD CAN RAISE UP THE POOREST SOUL TO THE PLACE OF BLESSING AND HONOR Remember Psalm 3:3 "My glory, and the One who lifts my head" (Psalm 27:6) 1 Peter 5:6 "Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 113:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Characteristics Of A Christian

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 19, 2002

based on 34 ratings

| 15,524 views

There are several characteristics that every Christian should possess. Reveiwing these will help us to examine ourselves, and be in a better position to help the erring.

The Characteristics Of A Christian A Question Of Judgment Introduction 1. What characterizes a disciple of Jesus? I ask this question because I believe there are some people who are “confused” about this! 2. In this lesson I will share my concerns and remind us of what ought to characterize a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2, 1 John 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let Us Not

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jun 26, 2002

based on 6 ratings

| 3,957 views

Bringing out the positive from the negative phrase, "Let us not"....which is found in several places within the Scriptures.

While preparing a sermon I was using my search feature in which I came across an interesting word group. A. The word group was: “let us not”. 1. I was too busy to do anything but notice this at the time, but later on I was able to get back to this word group to see, upon further ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:4-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am Debtor

Contributed by Greg Irby on Oct 18, 2000

based on 10 ratings

| 5,548 views

Paul realizes his position not only to the Lord but also to the world. Paul is referred to as a servant of Jesus Christ, and a debtor to the world.

Text Verse: Rom 1:14 (Rom 1:14 KJV) "I am debtor both to the Greeks, and to the Barbarians; both to the wise, and to the unwise." Introduction: Paul realizes his position not only to the Lord but also to the world. Paul is referred to as a servant of Jesus Christ, and a debtor to the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Making Promises That Sitck

Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 2, 2008

based on 1 rating

| 8,334 views

Making promises and keeping promises are two different things. How can we see positive changes in our lives?

Making Promises That Stick Psalm 76:11 Purpose: To describe the importance of making promises to God. Aim: I want the listener to pick out one change that they should make and thoughtfully promise the Lord to make that change. INTRODUCTION: How would you like 2008 to be better than 2007? One ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 76:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Union Workers In The Temple Of God Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 21, 2005

based on 18 ratings

| 4,858 views

This message deals with the position and responsibility of leaders in the church. We must be carful not to elevate them to the level that they can do no wrong.

UNION WORKERS IN THE TEMPLE OF GOD 1 CORINTHIANS 3:5-17 INTRODUCTION: Bob Deffinbaugh writes, “Christianity has had its share of “Pied Pipers,” those charismatic (in personality) individuals who seem to be able to lead a group of followers anywhere they wish. We are all too familiar with the names ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-17

Denomination: Baptist

To Obey Is Better

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2006

based on 14 ratings

| 3,615 views

Those in positions of leadership answer to God. When they desert God and go their own way, God can humble them.

“To Obey is Better” I Samuel 15 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts In John’s Gospel, Jesus explains how to prove our commitment to Him: “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments” (14:15). In I Samuel 15 King ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Congregational

Special Lessons For Spiritual Leaders

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 12, 2006

based on 9 ratings

| 6,304 views

The Bible places a premium on spiritual leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve in the churches with a position of leadership.

Special lessons for spiritual leaders Malachi 2:1-17 06/04/06 The Bible places a premium on spiritual leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve in the churches with a position of leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve as deacons. The Bible places high ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

True Wisdom Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 14, 2006

based on 14 ratings

| 13,115 views

True wisdom involves understanding your position before God and turning to him in repentance, asking him to restore you.

Sermon by Camille Lang Are you wise? Who do you consider wise? What is wisdom? Here are some random wise sayings I found on the internet The older I grow the more I distrust the familiar doctrine that age brings wisdom - H.L. Mencken Men and nations behave wisely once they have ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 14:1-9

Denomination: Anglican

Dear Dad

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Jun 7, 2003

based on 44 ratings

| 10,045 views

The focus of this sermon is the important of young boys and men having positive male roles such as fathers, and uncles actively participating in their lives.

"Dear Dad" Genesis 21:8-21 By Reverend A. LaMar Torrence, Cross of Life Lutheran Church When I read the story of Ishmael, I wonder what he would say to his father Abraham after being cast out of his home. I imaged him as young man who may have one day, sat down and wrote his father a “Dear Dad” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:8-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Greatest News

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 9, 2002

based on 25 ratings

| 3,139 views

We live in times with a lot of bad news. This is a positive sermon centered around Christmas’ great announcement of the angels to the shepherds.

December 8, 2002 You can do this just about any day. Pick up the newspaper, or flip on CNN. Of the six prominent lead stories on the front page of the paper, five will have the following words: "TRIAL....DANGEROUS...FRAUD...MURDER....DOWNTURN!" It doesn’t get much better on the inside ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Repentance: The Forgotten Word In Posititve Preaching

Contributed by Dr. Franklin Kirksey on Feb 5, 2008

based on 11 ratings

| 5,794 views

Repentance: The Forgotten Word in Positive Preaching by Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey encourages pastors to preach the whole counsel of God.

<B>REPENTANCE: The Forgotten Word in Positive Preaching</B> Acts 17:30-31 By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey INTRODUCTION “Repentance has been called the forgotten word in positive preaching. Dr. Don M. Boone, pastor of First Baptist Church, [Vancleave], Mississippi, has written a helpful book ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

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