Sermons on Practical Application:

Transformed Minds, Transformed Lives: Living Out Philippians 4:8-9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 27, 2024

Let us delve into the transformative wisdom contained within the words of Philippians 4:8-9

Transformed Minds, Transformed Lives: Living Out Philippians 4:8-9 Let us delve into the transformative wisdom contained within the words of Philippians 4:8-9: Philippians 4:8-9 (NLT) "And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9, Psalm 19:14, James 1:22, James 3:13, Philippians 4:7, Isaiah 26:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Survivor 2: How To Find A Tribe That Won't Vote You Out Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Sep 21, 2002

This is the second message in my SURVIVOR series, focusing upon the way every church ought to be (09-22-2002).

Opening Illustration There was a church in a small town in Tennessee that had a most interesting name. The sign in front of it said “Left Foot Baptist Church.” There was a young man who passed by the building several times, and he always got a good chuckle from the name. Finally, one day when ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Tolerating Sin Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 28, 2011

Sometimes toleration is good and sometimes it's bad. One thing Jesus will not tolerate: Toleration of sin in the life of the believer.

Tolerating Sin Sermon 3 in the Series “You’ve God Mail” Chuck Sligh July 17, 2011 For the PowerPoint for the sermon, write me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Revelation 2:12-17 INTRODUCTION Illus. – Sometimes toleration is a good thing. * There are habits or quirks your ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

"why We Have To Love"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 27, 2024

Sermon series in I John

Title: “Learning to Love” Script: I Jn. 4:7-12 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 7-28-24 Intro: The church father, Jerome, said that when the apostle John was in his extreme old age, he was so weak that he had to be carried into the church meetings. At the end of the meeting he would be ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Remedy For Our Anxiety

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 26, 2021

This is a sermon I preached to begin a series on prayer.

Title: “God’s Remedy for our Anxiety” Scripture: Phil. 4:6-7 Type: Expos/Series Where: GNBC 28, 2021 Intro: What is “anxiety”? Anxiety is a reaction to concerns we feel. Often our anxieties are focused on necessities we feel that we are lacking.This may be food, clothing, shelter, etc. (Mt. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Learning How To Develop A Grateful Heart”

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 25, 2024

This is a sermon on the importance of gratitude.

Title: “Learning How to Develop a Grateful Heart” Script: I Thes. 5:16-18 Type: expository Where: GNBC 4-28-24 Intro: Read: “Several Ways to Make Yourself Miserable” – E. Elliot. I find that those who are most miserable are also the most ungrateful. With this in mind, as Christians, we need ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Fear Of The Lord

Contributed by S S on Aug 3, 2009

Sermon on Proverbs 2:1-11 - The fear of the Lord.

Prov 2:1-11 The fear of the Lord INTRODUCTION ILL -- Books and exams Do you remember your first word? Or perhaps your first textbook? If not, then I’m sure you’ll remember your first exam? For many of us, especially those who are students, there is a constant need to increase and seek after ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-11

Denomination: *other

The Christian And The Occult Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 24, 2017

The occult is all around us. It invades our homes via entertainment, lures power-seekers, the superstitious, escapists, and thrill seekers. A solid Biblical foundation is the best inoculation against this lure.

The Christian and the Occult (intro) (topical) 1. I do a lot of review for Amazon.com, so I am flooded with requests to review books, products, etc., often in exchange for a free copy/product. 2. But I like to set my own agenda as to what I read; my time is precious, and doing one thing means not ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Purpose #2: You Were Formed For God's Family Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Dec 9, 2003

Based on the 2nd Purpose

Purpose #2: You Were Formed for God’s Family Colossians 3:12-17 Becoming the “Place for You” Introduction A. Have you seen our church brochure, stationary, business cards? B. They are pretty nice if I do say so myself. C. However one them they all say “A Place for You…” D. Pretty catchy phrase ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Let The Holy Spirit Use Romans 8 To Navigate Your Way

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2005

If you really want the full benefit of God’s navigator, the Holy Spirit who guides you into all truth, try applying ten key principles from Romans 8.

Let the Holy Spirit Use Romans 8 to Navigate Your Way Romans 8:1-8:38 If you really want the full benefit of God’s navigator, the Holy Spirit, who guides you into all truth, try ten key principles from Romans 8. Illustration: The Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Law You Trust Accuses You

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 23, 2015

To show that the law we follow since birth is the one accusing us before GOD not JESUS.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you under a compulsion of certain religion? Then break free, you have freedom of choice. Choose life. Choose JESUS. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the law we follow since birth is the one accusing us before GOD not JESUS. IV. TEXT: John 5:45 ...read more

Scripture: John 5:45

Denomination: Pentecostal

"don't Let Distractions Stop You"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 21, 2020

This was the sixth message in a series on Nehemiah.

Title: Don’t Let Distractions Stop You! Script: Neh. 6 Type: Series Where: GNBC 2-22-15 Intro: Do you have any unfinished projects lying around collecting dust? It’s so easy to get sidetracked isn’t it? I oftentimes have a list of unfinished projects. It takes tenacity to finish what we start ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Discernment In The Days Of Deception – A Spiritual Warning From Matthew 16:1-12 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 21, 2025

JESUS issues a warning, a spiritual alert to HIS disciples and for us today. A wake-up call to stand firm in sound doctrine, to test all things, and to hold fast to the truth of God's Word.

2025.06.22 Sermon Notes. DISCERNMENT in the DAYS of DECEPTION – A SPIRITUAL WARNING PART 1_ Matthew 16:1-12 WILLIAM AKEHURST, HSWC BIG IDEA: JESUS issues a warning, a spiritual alert to HIS disciples and for us today. A wake-up call to stand firm in sound doctrine, to test all things, and to hold ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-12, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, 2 Thessalonians 2:10-12, 1 Timothy 4:1, Matthew 24:24, 1 John 4:1, 1 John 4:3, Titus 1:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22, Romans 12:2, Romans 10:9, John 14:6, Joshua 1:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church Of The New Testament - Part 7f Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Apr 3, 2018

Part 7f of this series of sermons addresses the function of leadership and overseeing the church as shown in the New Testament by various names - elders, pastors, bishops, overseers, presbyters, and shepherds.

This 13-part series of classes has been many years in the making. About 25 years ago I began in earnest to examine the features, character and characteristics of the church as it existed in its earliest years. As I sometimes do, I kept my notes all along the way, and this series of classes is to a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13, Acts 1:15-26, Acts 6:1-6, Acts 20:28-31, 1 Peter 5:1-2, Titus 1:5-9, 1 Timothy 3:2-7, 1 Timothy 1:3-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dancing With Those Behind The Curtain

Contributed by Gordon Brownlee on Jan 23, 2025

WHAT IF ONE REQUEST OF GOD COULD TOPPLE A WHOLE EMPIRE THAT’S BEEN HIDING IN YOUR HEART? That's how Salvation works!

WHAT IF ONE REQUEST OF GOD COULD TOPPLE A WHOLE EMPIRE THAT’S BEEN HIDING IN YOUR HEART? That's how Salvation works Read it or Watch it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKMukMvXxKw&t Without Jesus, man is a religion unto himself. His body is his temple, his soul is his doctrine and his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4, 2 Corinthians 11:4

Denomination: *other