Sermons on Positive Christian Influence:

The Unveiling Of The Gospel - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Dec 15, 2003

Many believe that Romans is a compicated book. It is more like Christianity 101. This is a series of messages to "Unveil The Gospel Of Christ."

A) The Plan Of The Gospel 1:1-17 (v1) I. THE PLAN OF GOD IS TO USE ORDINARY MEN TO BE A KEY INSTRUMENT IN THE GOSPEL 1. Each one of us are set apart for specific purpose in the kingdom of Christ. 2. Matt. 28:19 is a personal charge to every believer to become a proclaimer. (v2) II. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (V) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 3, 2021

Message examines weaknesses in the Pre-tribulation Rapture position. Previous message examined the strengths of that position. This series does not advocate for pre, mid, or post. Instead the series is an open pursuit of an answer to the question: Will Christians go through the Tribulation Period.

Introduction Today we will resume our study of end times. We have been seeking the answer to one question: Will Christians go through the tribulation period? We have had four session on this subject. The first session focused on hermeneutics, the method we would use to interpret Scripture. In ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:14, Revelation 19:9, 2 Timothy 4:1-8, 1 Peter 1:13, 2 Timothy 3:12, John 16:33, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 19:14, Daniel 9:24-27, Acts 14:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Federal Control - A Christian Reaction

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Apr 10, 2015

People have willingly allowed the government to gain influence and control over almost every facet of their lives, just because of their need to believe in the existence of a higher power who offers them succor and security.

Federal Control –a Christian’s Reaction. Illustration The young missionary arrived early in the morning at a native village where he was to share the word of God through an interpreter. The fellowship meeting would not take place until the next day so the missionary was given time to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Christian Church

How To Pray For Friends And Influence People

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Apr 26, 2011

A classic sermon by Dr. Adrian Rogers explaining the importance and efficacy of a "righteous man's prayer."

Now, turn to James chapter five and we begin now where we left off last Sunday night in verse sixteen. James chapter five and verse sixteen: “Confess your faults one to another and pray one for another that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Influence Of Passion & The Promise Of Ministry

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 29, 2023

This is the final message in a month-long series preparing the congregation to take a course called Network: Ministry gifts and Passions by Bruce Bugbee.

The Influence of Passion & The Promise of Ministry Have a look at this: "Vocation is the place where our deep gladness meets the world's deep need." - Frederick Buechner. We’ll come back to it. When I was a very young Christian, just beginning to sort out myself and developing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13, John 15:4-5, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making Positive Changes In Our Lives Series

Contributed by Sam Peters on May 4, 2007

A contemporary message on how we can change our lives from negative to the positive by grasping hold of the truth that we are a "new creation" in Christ!

Making a Fresh Start Series Making Positive Changes in Our Lives (I am a big John Maxwell fan. His books and seminars have provided me with a lot of the philosophies contained in this message along with inspiration from successful people that have mentored me in life. I have tried to give proper ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:13-17

Unveiling Of The Gospel - Part 2

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Dec 15, 2003

Many believe Romans to be a complicated book of the Bible. It is more like Christianity 101. This series of messages is to "Unveil the Gospel of Christ."

REVIEW: PART 1 (A) THE PLAN OF THE GOSPEL (1:1-17) THIS MESSAGE: (B) The Need Of The Gospel - GOD’S CASE 1:18-3:20 I. GOD’S CASE AGAINST GODLESSNESS (v18-32) (v18-23) (a) SOME OF MANKIND CHOOSES BLATANT GODLESSNESS 1. God made it plain to mankind, who he was, and His desire to love ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unveiling Of The Gospel - Part 3

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Dec 15, 2003

Many believe Romans to be a compicated book in the Bible. It is more like Christianity 101. This series or messages is to "Unveil the Gospel of Christ."

SERIES REVIEW: (A) THE PLAN OF THE GOSPEL (B) THE NEED OF THE GOSPEL THIS MESSAGE: C) THE WAY TO THE GOSPEL 3:21-5:11 I. THROUGH THE PROPITIATION OF GOD (3:21-23) (a) Propitiate = To regain good will (b) A righteousness from God - v21 A righteousness apart from the law - (the law ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unveiling Of The Gospel - Part 4

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Dec 15, 2003

Many believe the book of Romans to be a complicated book of the Bible. It is simply Christianity 101. This series of messages is to "Unveil the Gospel of Christ."

SERIES REVIEW: (A) THE PLAN OF THE GOSPEL (B) THE NEED OF THE GOSPEL (C) THE WAY TO THE GOSPEL THIS MESSAGE: D) THE BENEFIT OF THE GOSPEL As believers we must give ourselves to God, but there is more to Christianity than giving. There are great benefits in giving our lives to God. 1. WE ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unveiling Of The Gospel - Part 5

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Dec 15, 2003

Many believe the book of Romans to be a complicated book of the Bible. It is simply Christianity 101. This series of messages is to "Unveil The Gospel Of Christ."

SERIES REVIEW: (A) THE PLAN OF THE GOSPEL (B) THE NEED OF THE GOSPEL (C) THE WAY TO THE GOSPEL (D) THE BENEFIT OF THE GOSPEL THIS MESSAGE: E) THE REJECTION OF THE GOSPEL (9:1-11:36) 1. ISRAEL’S BLATANT REJECTION OF THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST(9:1-5) Israel refused to accept the fulfillment of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

This Is The Bible

Contributed by Andy Johnson on Aug 18, 2006

This is a sermon for Christians to get back to the basics. It has Vince Lombardi’s speech as it’s introduction - "Gentlemen, this is a football."

This Is The Bible - Andy Johnson Intro: Vince Lombardi – Gentlemen, this is a football. He certainly did not have to tell these men what this object was. He was not trying to demean or belittle them. He was simply making the point that they were going to go back to the basics. Just as Vince ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Bible Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 7, 2008

Although the Bible can produce spriritual growth, Christians may interfere with the Bible’s ability to help us grow.

1. Illus. of Mutiny on the Bounty • The true story of the Mutiny on the Bounty has often been retold. Nine mutineers with six native men and twelve native (Tahitian) women put ashore on Pitcairn Island in 1790. • One sailor soon began distilling alcohol, and the little colony was plunged into ...read more

Scripture: James 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of God In Type

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jun 9, 2006

A simple presentation of some of the ’types’ relating to the Word of God, which if applied will help us grow in our Christian life.

THE WORD OF GOD IN TYPE Psalm 119:89 Your word, O LORD, is eternal; it stands firm in the heavens. I WATER TO WASH a. THE APPLICATION OF THE WORD I Peter 1:22 you have purified your souls in obeying the truth [NKJV] b. THE ABSOLUTION THROUGH THE WORD Ephesians 5:25 & 26 Christ loved the church. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Positives Of Persistence And Perils Of Pride In Prayer

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 18, 2003

How we pray and what we pray have a big connection. Jesus’ gives us great insight into what God wants in a good prayer.

Praying Outside the Box Do you remember your first prayers? As a child, learning to pray, I never remember having a class or hearing a list of instructions about prayer, do you? I do remember being told to say, “In Jesus Name, Amen.” But most of what I learned about praying as a child came from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christian Response In Challenging Times

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Mar 26, 2020

As Christians, our response is very critical because it influences the world around us. Even as we are now in difficult days because of COVID-19, our reaction is extremely important and will have a profound impact on others.

Two days back, while watching news on Television, my five-year-old daughter suddenly came up to me and asked me something. What she asked kind of surprised me. She said, “Why mama, everywhere and every time, it is all about corona, corona, corona…. “ The impact that this invisible organism has ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 99:1, Psalm 47:8, Psalm 46:1, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Charismatic