Sermons on Power Of Speech:

The Deceptive Power Of Compromise

Contributed by Don Baggett on Nov 10, 2007

When a Christian compromises his godly values and rationalizes that the ends justify the means, he opens the door to all kinds of trouble, not only in his own life, but in the lives of many others.

Compromise is not always bad. I heard one preacher say that he torn the word compromise out of his dictionary. I thought, “You must not be married!” However, if we compromise our godly values, we open the door for trouble in our lives. This is true because God loves us, and when we start in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Power To Change A World Series

Contributed by R. York Moore on Jul 18, 2007

There is a power to change the world of the cosmos that is shell-shocked and decaying because of all that is evil. The great news is that Jesus Christ has come into this world not only to take away the soul-sickness of men but also to bring the Kingdom of

The Power to Change a World ľ The eyes. They eyes tell it all. There is an entire world within every eye we look into. These amazing beings God has created, these humans, each represent for us an entire cosmos, a galaxy of potential beauty, of ability, of love, and creativity. As we gaze into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5

Denomination: *other

The Power Of A Forgiving Church

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 12, 2007

This is a very short but powerful message about a church practicing forgiveness. A church that can not forgive cant grow.

The Power of a Forgiving Church Acts 2:14/Matthew 18:15-17/Mark 11:25/Ephesians 4:30-32 Intro: Look at a United Church They were all of one accord (Acts 1:14) They were praying together in one place (Acts 2:1) They were of one heart and soul (Acts 4:32) This church Had Many Potential ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Habakkuk's Powerful Prayer

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 28, 2007

This message deals with Habakkuk’s prayer and how we can look to God to strengthen our faith in difficult times.

"HABAKKUK’S POWERFUL PRAYER" Habakkuk 3 INTRO – Life is full of questions, isn’t it? Some questions are unimportant. Others have life-changing, life-altering implications. And then there are those questions that sound relatively unimportant, but definitely have life-changing implications. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jonah's Powerful Prayer

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 28, 2007

This message is based on Jonah’s prayer in Jonah 2 and reminds us of our need to return to God when we’ve run from Him.

“3 POWERFUL PRAYERS – JONAH” Jonah 2 INTRO - A little girl was observed by her pastor standing outside the preschool Sunday School classroom between Sunday School and worship, waiting for her parents to come and pick her up for "big church." The pastor noticed that she clutched a big storybook ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Helpless Praying

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 30, 2007

You cannot know that God answers helpless prayers until you are in a helpless and hopeless situation. Only then will you come to know God as the God who answers helpless prayers.

Tonight we’re talking about the power of helpless praying and what happens when we understand what God can do through our prayers. The Secret of Your Power Is Your Weakness What is the secret of power to you? If you’re Popeye, I guess the secret of power is a can of spinach. If you’re ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Your Testimony

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 18, 2007

People underestimate the power of their testimony to change the lives of those around them.

I. A lot of people say that they can not witness of their faith to others - dynamite does a lot with so little. II. All Christians are able to lead other people to Christ. III. In fact, most of us are Xns because of some normal, average person – baptism, Sunday school, witness of a friend or ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of Our Words Series

Contributed by Charles Hines on Jun 11, 2007

The power that our words carry.

The Power of our Words. For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations. Psalms 100:5 Here is the greatest benefit of walking and living in truth. According to the scriptures, being truthful and forgiving carries benefits. Truth and forgiveness brings ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:14

Denomination: Church Of God

The Hidden Power Of The Poor Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwambach on Jun 18, 2007

Most people think poor people have no power; nothing could be further from the truth!

THE HIDDEN POWER OF THE POOR BTCC Summit • November 19, 2006 “Unexpected Power” Part 1 IMAG 01 – Private Premiere Performance cards [Explain LCT Private Premiere Performance cards] • (Ushers have passed them out during offering) IMAG 02 – Unexpected Power “Unexpected Power” series: • Romans ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power In The Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwambach on Jun 18, 2007

Just what amazing power IS there in this Name that is above every name?

THE POWER IN THE NAME OF JESUS August Series: “Past, Present and Future” BTCC • August 22, 2004 Raise your hand if you’ve ever heard somebody get really mad and yell: • “Buddha!” • “Mohammed!” • “Hare Krishna!” • “Ron Hubbard!” • “Shirley McClain!” • “George Bush!” • “John ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Music In Worship Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwambach on Jun 18, 2007

This is a tour-de-force of the changes in music styles down through the ages that helps the congregation embrace musical changes in worship.

THE POWER OF MUSIC IN WORSHIP BTCC 10/15/06 Prelude Welcome to our August series on Life-Change! • Two weeks ago: “Life-changing Words” o Last week: “Life-changing Events” • Today: “Life-changing Music” IMAG: MUSIC TESTIMONIES VIDEO Prayer • Thank You for the gift of music! o Please help ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Doing Good Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwambach on Jun 18, 2007

We’re jealous of the wrong people...we want to be the wrong people...this message helps us all get some Biblical perspective

THE POWER OF DOING GOOD Week 4 of “Living Beyond Myself” BTCC SUMMIT/EDGE – October 9, 2005 Notes… Going to describe 2 famous women – • When guess name – tell person next to you First woman: • Born August 26, 1910, in Macedonia. • Youngest of 2 sisters, had 1 brother. • Father: wealthy ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Truth About Power Series

Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Jun 22, 2007

We all crave power, admit it or not; so how can we make sure we don’t abuse it?

The Truth About Power – Micah (6.8 key vs) Main Idea: We’re to use power, not usurp it. Like Jesus, our Glorious One! INTRO What’s the truth about power? We all have trouble with power, even when we feel powerless. Motorcycle stuck in sand illustration… freedom, grounded. You [Need] We all ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living In The Power Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 16, 2007

The Apostle Paul said, "I want to know Christ and the power of His resurrection." Paul’s ultimate goal in life was to know Christ and the power associated with Christ’s resurrection.

Living in the Power of the Resurrection Have you invited someone to visit church with you only to be turned down for some excuse or other? Here are ten top reasons people give why they don’t go to church. 10 – Can’t find a polyester leisure suit to wear. 9 - Relate more to Rock Band and Any ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Powerful Christian Life

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Apr 23, 2007

The five most powerful things in the life of a Christian.

1 Corinthians 2:1-5 1. The power of believing- Mark 9: 23 Jesus said to him, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.” 24 Immediately the father of the child cried out and said with tears, “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief ” The word believing means it’s ongoing It’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational