Sermons on Present Tense:

“a Committed Christian Appropriates The Spirit’s Power” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 23, 2014

A committed Christian depends on the power of the Holy Spirit to live the Christian life.

Most all of us know what it means for a person to be cited for DUI. DUI stands for “driving under the influence.” Paul speaks in our passage today about how the committed Christian will seek to operate under the influence. The influence of the Holy Spirit. (READ TEXT) Paul draws a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

3 Christmas Presents You Don't Have To Wait To Open

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Nov 28, 2007

Exposition Luke 2:1-20

3 Christmas Presents You Don’t Have to Wait to Open Luke 2:1-20 (v. 10-14) It’s Christmas Eve—almost time to open the presents. A little boy wanted a watch very badly for Christmas. Each day, the boy asked about his watch—“Dad can I please have a watch? Mom I really need a watch”, Every time he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

From Paralytic Man To Present-Day Mission: A Journey Of Faith And Healing

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 10, 2024

From Paralytic Man to Present-Day Mission: A Journey of Faith and Healing

From Paralytic Man to Present-Day Mission: A Journey of Faith and Healing Scripture: Luke 5:18-25 Reflection The story of the paralytic man healed by Jesus is a powerful narrative of faith, compassion, and transformation. It serves as a foundational cornerstone for understanding the mission ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:18-25

Denomination: Other

Communion Meditation No. 3: Between Past & Present (Assurance & Hope) Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Jan 16, 2005

Th celebration of the Lord’s Table causes us to think of what God has done for us in the past and allows us to move confidently into the future. This was true for the people of Israel as they traveled from Egypt to the Promised Land.

Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Senior Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Charismatic

Whose Kid Are You? Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 13, 2015

Message 14 from 1 John focusing on the identifying marks of God's children.

Whose Kid Are You? 1John 3:4-10 Intimate relationship with the God of light and love is the overriding subject of the Apostle John’s letter to Christians of all ages in all ages at all levels of spiritual maturity. He used words like “fellowship”, “abide in”, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Living Under The Influence Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 17, 2025

Being filled with the Holy Spirit doesn't have to do with having more of the Holy Spirit, rather it has to do with allowing the Spirit to have more of us. It is about cooperating with the Spirit and allowing the Spirit to be in control.

Introduction: A. I want to begin today’s sermon with an old story, which is a legend of unknown origin that has appeared in many forms over the years, but teaches an important principle. 1. Once there was a grandfather who was talking with his grandson. 2. The grandfather said, “In life, there are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20, Galatians 5:16-17, Romans 8:5-6, Philippians 2:13, Ephesians 3:20, Ephesians 1:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Count The Cost

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 30, 2018

One must seriously consider what it means to follow Christ and what commitment is needed to be a Christian.

I ADMIT IT! I HAVE A TENDENCY TO BE “CHEAP”! WHEN FACING UTILITY BILLS, CAR REPAIR, MEDICAL CO-PAYS, OR HOME REPAIRS, I ALWAYS SEEM TO AKS ONE PARTICULAR QUESTION FIRST: HOW MUCH IS THIS GOING TO COST? IT IS AN HONEST QUESTION. WE’LL ALWAYS BE CONCERNED WITH COST AND HOW MUCH WE WILL HAVE TO PAY ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Free Methodist

In Christ Dwells The Fullness Of God, And You Are Complete In Him Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 4, 2018

Christ embodies “all the fullness” that constitutes divinity and sovereign God―all the attributes of the Godhead.

10/14/18 Tom Lowe IVA2. IN CHRIST DWELLS THE FULLNESS OF GOD, AND YOU ARE COMPLETE IN HIM (COLOSSIANS 2:9-10) • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” follow associated verses. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Colossians 2:9-10 (NIV) (9) For in Him all the fullness of Deity ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Paying The Price

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 8, 2001

Jesus wants us to seriously consider the high cost of following Him as a Disciple.

IT IS ONE OF THE SUPREME HANDICAPS OF THE CHURCH THAT IN IT THERE ARE SO MANY DISTANT FOLLOWERS OF JESUS CHRIST AND SO FEW REAL DISCIPLES. ALL OF THIS SIMPLY DUE TO THE COST INVOLVED WITH DISCIPLESHIP. NOT VERY MANY PEOPLE ARE WILLING TO PAY THE PRICE FOR FOLLOWING JESUS. INSTEAD, TOO MANY JUST ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Free Methodist

What To Do With Your Burdens

Contributed by Ryan Davis on Sep 26, 2005

When a burden is placed upon you, you need to know what to do with it. This sermon helps identify what kind of burden it is and what you are to do with it.

Burdens Galatians 6:1-5 INTRO.- ILL.- An airline company was disturbed over a high percentage of accidents so they decided to eliminate human errors by building a completely computerized plane. "Ladies and gentlemen," came a voice over the PA during the initial flight, "It may interest you to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Frustrated By God: What To Do When God Makes You Angry Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 5, 2007

When God frustrates us, He asks us to trust Him.

The book of Habakkuk is described as an “oracle.” “Oracle” literally means “burden.” A burden is something that has been lifted up and is being carried. It is used by several OT prophets to describe the message which God had laid upon their hearts. Habakkuk’s message was a heavy burden. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Spelling Love To Your Wife Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Jul 28, 2011

This sermon explains how men and women are different and particularly how husbands can communicate with their wives.

INTRODUCTION • Men and women are different. • Wives need to connect - they want connectivity! • She wants to be close! I. CLOSENESS IS CRUCIAL FOR HER • Genesis 2:24-25, “For this reason a man shall leave his father and his mother, and be joined to his wife; and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life Is For Living Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Mar 11, 2024

“The life I now live . . . .” Galatians 2:20 Are you enjoying life or enduring life? Are you living or just existing?

1. The Secret to Living - In Galatians 2:20, the Apostle Paul shared the secret to living. He described how his new life in Christ was a direct result of what happened to him on the Cross. The cross changed everything for Paul. He was not the same anymore! What Paul described about the cross is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Exodus 3:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Good Soldier (Thoughts For Memorial Day)

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

2 Tim. 2:3 says, “Endure hardness as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

2 Tim. 2:3 says, “Endure hardness as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.” On May 30th in America, we observe a day called “Memorial Day.” It is marked by parades, speeches; flags and flowers are placed on the graves of many servicemen. It was first observed on May 30, 1868, for the purpose of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3

How To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit In Worship

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 6, 2005

What are some of the key truths that can make us people filled with the Spirit regularly?

An Initial Fear: Letting the Holy Spirit fill you and lead you is not about being out of control but under God’s control. - v. 18a - “drunk” - cf. Pentecostal services that are “crazy” or chaotic, like someone who has drunk too much. - Being under God’s control does mean yielding ourselves to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist