Sermons on Preaching Holiness:

The Pride Of Edom

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 15, 2003

God considers pride much worse than man.

Obadiah 1:1-3 The Pride of Edom Introduction Before we consider our text tonight, I want to ask you some questions. What are some sins that are particularly offensive to you? What might be some sins that are offensive to a church? Can you name some sins or a sin that God finds particularly ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Example Of Christ Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 20, 2003

We will look at one of the greatest passages on our Lord Jesus Christ. We will examine the great example of Jesus Christ and what he did to go from the Majesty of God to a criminal’s death on the cross.

Introduction: I recently read a great Book about a man by the name of Marshal Taylor. Marshal Taylor lived in the USA in the late 1800’s and he was born to parents that were slaves. Marshal Taylor experienced freedom and he began to know a taste of freedom that his parents never knew. He had the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Childlike Or Childish 2

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 8, 2003

Christ told us to come as children Paul tells us to grow up, how do we find a balance.

It had started out quite innocently. But then again it usually does. It was just a discussion. They had just been sitting around chewing the fat and somebody had mentioned how important so and so were going to be in heaven. “I don’t think so” said Peter “He hasn’t got what it takes.” Well it was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Fear Factor Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Sep 9, 2003

How does the Christian really deal with Fear from the Biblical perspepective? Sadly too few believers understand the victory they could have if they would simply exercise their faith in God’s word.

The Emotion Quotient – Part Two “The Fear Factor” 1 Peter 3:13-15 - ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) “Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? [14] But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear; do not be frightened." [15] But in your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-15, 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

Faith & Suffering; God's Gifts

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Sep 19, 2003

sermon on suffering for Christ

FAITH & SUFFERING; GOD’S GIFTS PHILIPPIANS 1:29-30 01/19/95 When you think of Christian persecution & suffering what do you think of. Do you think of suffering for Christ is when someone called you a religious fanatic. Do think of suffering for Christ is getting up to go to church? Or perhaps ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:29-30

Denomination: Bible Church

Buying Truth

Contributed by Koushik Biswas on Sep 19, 2003

The points about truth that we so often forget.

Buying Truth “Buy truth and do not sell it, also wisdom and instruction and understanding” (Pr 23:32) Could you recollect last when you were out buying something? Then suppose someone had intervened to ask, “why are you buying this?” You would have at least replied this, “I need this”. Need! ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Total Forgiveness- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Don Meyer on Sep 22, 2003

In this second sermon on Forgiveness, we see in the Scriptures the example of how God works that miracle of Forgiveness in people’s hearts.

“Total Forgiveness- Part 2” Text: Genesis 45:4-11 9-14-03 In the name of our Loving God, who Totally Forgives us ALL of our sins, Dear friends in Christ. As promised last week, we’re going to continue our examination of that all important doctrine of Forgiveness. But before we get into our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:4-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Where Is God?

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 28, 2003

Many people live any way they want, and yet when a trial or tragedy comes their way, they wonder, "Where is God?" The fact is, sin still separates us from God, and deprives us of His presence and power.

Where Is God? Text: Deut.31: 17; I Sam.4: 12-22 Intro: I would suppose that every Christian, who has at some point in their life found themselves frustrated and discouraged by trials, has silently asked the question, “Where is God?” Even as we asked that question, we knew in our hearts that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:12-22, Deuteronomy 31:17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - He's Not Just For Sundays Anymore Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 10, 2003

James tells us that our faith must be integrated into our Business decisions, as well as the ethics of how we earn our money and how we spnd it.

James 4:13-5:6 March 9, 2003 Jesus – He’s Not Just for Sundays Anymore! Glen was telling me a while back about a book he had seen. It was a take off on “women are from Venus, Men are from Mars,” the title was “Men are Waffles, Women are Spaghetti.” The idea is that the way that our minds ...read more

Denomination: *other

Stepping Into Your Dreams

Contributed by Bill Burnett on Mar 13, 2003

What are the steps to see your dreams fulfilled in your life?

LIVING IN GOD’S PROMISES A Study In The Book Of Joshua Stepping Into Our Dreams – Joshua 3:1-4:7 So Far… · Chapter 1 – This is land to take/ this is your potential – “Be Strong” · Chapter 2 – Getting Past Your Past – Breaking Generational Curses Consider this: Walt Disney - was fired by a ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Reasons For Ruptured Relationships Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 13, 2003

This message deals with the Real Reasons for Ruptured Relationships as it relates to Us and God and interpersonals relationships.

"O God, our help in ages past, Our hope for years to come, Our shelter from the stormy blast, And our eternal home! Before the hills in order stood, Or earth received her frame, From everlasting Thou art God, To endless years the same." Since God is "our help in ages past, our hope for years to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

False Assumptions

Contributed by Larry Schoonover on Mar 13, 2003

We make assumptions and form opinions about things every day. From these assumptions we take action and make decisions. But - what if our assumptions are wrong?

"FALSE ASSUMPTIONS" (Text: Gen. 20:1-18) 10/15/1995 By: Larry L. Schoonover) INTRODUCTION: We all make assumptions and form opinions about things each day - and from these assumptions we take action and make decisions. Have you ever made an assumption about something that proved to be false? ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The New Commandment

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Mar 14, 2003

Jesus gives His disciples a new commandment.

The New Commandment John 13: 34 – 35 Jeff Hughes I. Introduction a. It’s always a privilege to teach from God’s Word, and when Pastor Ron asked me to teach tonight I was excited to get the chance to come and share with y’all. b. So, first, to start, let me set the stage for our passage tonight. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It About Understanding

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Mar 16, 2003

This sermon is an adaptation from Max Lucado, that describes the lengths that God has gone to to win our trust. It shows the depth of his love for us and his willingness to do what it takes to reach us.

The Message of Thirst John 12:35-36, John 14:1, Act 14:23, Rom 15:13, Heb 2:13, John 19:28-30, Psa 107:35, 114:8 Isa 44:3, John 4:6, Mark 6:6, John 2:15, Mark 4:38, John 11:35, Mat 4:2, Mark 15:22—24, Heb 4:15-16, John 19:28,13:18, 17:12, 19:24, 36, 37, 20:9, 2 Cor 1:3—5 December 17, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1, Hebrews 4:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The God-Enhanced Heart Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 18, 2003

We receive from the Lord a God-enhanced heart. God takes what we are like and enhances it - some to destruction, like Pharoah, some to incredible compassion and mercy, like Moses. What kind of heart do you have?

Remember Steve Austin – the Six Million Dollar Man? “We have the technology; we can rebuild him – faster, stronger, and a better actor!” Well maybe that last part was beyond the technology of the time – but that fictional story involved giving a man enhanced body parts to make him better than he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-33

Denomination: Calvary Chapel