Sermons on Power Of Jesus Name:

Wax Apples And The Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Stephen Evans on Jul 16, 2015

This message is about taking inventory of our spiritual fruit to be sure that it's authentic and not just something that we put on display for others to see.

Wax Apples & The Fruit of the Spirit Pastor Steve Evans Washington Assembly March 1, 2015 Introduction I want to share with you a very honest message, but a message that I trust will cause you to draw closer in your walk with the Lord. I must say that I came about this message in a most ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Applying Surrender Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 1, 2014

Surrender, Unity, Fighting, The Church

LIFE APP – Applying Surrender James 4:1-12 (p. 848) October 5, 2014 Introduction: In my ministry life I’ve spent a great deal of time talking to people who couldn’t or wouldn’t see any reason to be a part of God’s family, the Church. Almost always ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sweep Around Your Own Front Door

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 10, 2014

Sometimes I feel more like a volunteer fire fighter than a pastor. We spend much of our time outing unnecessary fires created by gossip. Thank You Robert Mckenzie from "Good Shepherd Baptist Church" for the original messsag

We used to have an award that we gave out each month at the VW dealer, where I worked as shop foreman. It was called the “Crybaby” award and it was a baby’s pacifier mounted on a piece of wood. We gave it to the technician that griped and complained the most, each month. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Confession Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 24, 2016

Confession is a key part of our prayer life. But was it about confession that improves our prayer life, and how can we learn to confess our sins so that our prayers are more effective?

(This was the 2nd of two sermons preached by our Associate Minister Scott Jewell while I was in Israel) Open with the Lord’s prayer from Matthew 6:9-13 We’re continuing to learn from the Lord’s prayer by using the acronym ACTS. As a refresher, the acronym represents four parts ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Hard…to Find Good Help?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 25, 2015

No one wants to do anything anymore… They just want to rely on someone else to do it for them…and still receive the benefits as though they had done it all on their own...

It's hard…To find good help? Matthew 9:36-38 NKJ 36 But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were weary and scattered, like sheep having no shepherd. 37 Then He said to His disciples, “The harvest truly is plentiful, but the laborers are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:23-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Something Better Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012

Sometimes what we need to do is not try to create something better, but appreciate what already is best, as these proverbs lead us to do reflect on what is better in life.

Introduction As Americans of ingenuity, we are always looking for something better – a better way to travel, to produce energy, to clean stains. That zeal to improve our lot pushes us to make the many improvements in technology that we have. But sometimes what we need to do is not try to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:16-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dungeons And Dreams Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 6, 2017

When life is uncertain, be certain that God is still in contrtol and that God still cares.

There is a little church in Galena, Kansas, where it is customary for people celebrating birthdays to come to the front of the sanctuary. There, they give a special offering while the congregation sings “Happy Birthday.” On the other hand, if you’re a little shy, you can give your offering to an ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Lesson 20: The Ethical Sermon Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 27, 2018

How to preach a sermon on ethics

Lesson Goal I hope to encourage the teaching of Christian ethics. Lesson Intro We can't read the Bible without confronting ethics. From the Ten Commandments to Paul's instruction in 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 we run across ethics. Like it or not, ethics is a subject confronting Christians on a daily ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

How To Spot A Fool

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 2, 2012

Although being an April fool is relatively harmless, being a real fool isn’t. Let’s find out why?

HOW TO SPOT A FOOL INTRODUCTION: On April 1st, 1998 Burger King published a full page advertisement in an American newspaper announcing the introduction of a new item to their menu: a "Left-Handed Whopper" especially designed for the 32 million left-handed Americans. According to the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Under The Influence Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 15, 2012

There are at least three dynamics to be considered when planning worship.

“The Word on Worship: Under the Influence” Acts 10: 23-48 Whatever happened to the day when the Sunday worship services could be planned in a matter of minutes. Bulletins were ordered a year at a time with the worship order already printed on the inside cover; the only thing which ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

5: Speaking The Truth In Love Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Oct 25, 2019

Churches can become deeply dishonest as we fear to talk about the deepest longings and pains in our hearts. We grow when we dare to be honest together.

Back in 1997 a Jim Carey movie came out called Liar, Liar. Carey plays the title role. He is an attorney, a very successful attorney. But the movie opens with his little boy at school on the day when the children are giving reports on what their fathers do, and his son announces, “My daddy’s a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

That's Good! (Part Three)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 10, 2018

God is good and we are not unless we become born again through Christ. Once we become Christians we need to discern what is good and then once we know what is good we need to do what is good. Today we'll look at some responses we need to have to goodness.

THAT'S GOOD! (part three) God is good and we are not unless we become born again through Christ. Once we become Christians we need to discern what is good and then once we know what is good we need to do what is good. Today we'll look at some responses we need to have to goodness. 1) We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 109:1-5, Romans 12:17-21, 1 Corinthians 10:24, Hebrews 10:24-25, Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, Philippians 2:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is The Most Pervasive False Doctrine In The Body Of Christ Today?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 27, 2024

It all comes back to the salvation security issue, how do I know if I'm secure in my salvation? What about sins I've committed after becoming a Christian? How does salvation security work after I receive Christ as savior?

What is the most pervasive false doctrine in the body of Christ today? In particular, we're looking at Western evangelical Christianity, and in particular Christianity within the United States. So in Christianity, in the United States, we've seen two trends that have shaped the theological ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28, Hebrews 6:6, 1 Corinthians 9:27, Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Salvation Army

Responsibilities In The Church

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

Today I want to talk about the two most important responsibilities in the church.

Illus: An unknown person wrote a letter to the editor of the newspaper and complained that it made no sense to go to church every Sunday. The complainer said, "I've gone for 30 years now," he wrote, "and in that time I have heard something like 3,000 sermons. But for the life of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

Fresh Promise Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 17, 2020

God loves his covenant with his people, and believers are called to reflect this in the covenant of marriage.

Fresh Promise Malachi 2:10-16 God loves his covenant with his people, and believers are called to reflect this in the covenant of marriage. Introduction • Today as we continue with our series from the book of Malachi, Fresh Faith. • God is trying to reach His people who have lost hope, become ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:10-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ