Sermons on Pressing Toward The Mark:

The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Craig Simonian on Aug 27, 2001

This sermons focuses on the meaning and application of the Kingdom of God.

The Kingdom of God August 26, 2001 I remember noticing, while reading the Bible one day back in college, that Jesus was also preaching about the Kingdom of God. I had been a believer for about a year and had never heard it mentioned in any sermon or at any conference… and had no idea what it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-36, Matthew 1:14

8 Ways To Help- When You’re In Overload

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 21, 2013

What is stress? Before a violin (or any stringed instrument) can produce music, stress must be put on the strings. But pull them too tightly and they’ll snap. (The same is true with you.)

8 Ways to Help- When You’re In Overload Matthew 6:32-34NKJ What is stress?
Stress is when you wake up screaming and you realize you haven't fallen asleep yet. I saw a book titled "Anxiety and Depression For Dummies" ... Not sure it's the brightest idea to label someone looking for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:32-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forward In Faith 1: Do You Have A Confident Faith? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 15, 2013

Our theme is Forward in Faith. Let me ask you right at the start: Do you want to move Forward in Faith? Will you allow 2013 to be the year when you step out of your comfort zone - not just step out in faith but stay out of your comfort zone?

Our theme for 2013 is Forward in Faith. Let me ask you right at the start: Do you want to move Forward in Faith? Will you allow 2013 to be the year when you step out of your comfort zone - not just step out in faith but stay out of your comfort zone in faith? Do you have the confidence in God to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Rescue #4: Let's Go!

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 30, 2013

Sometimes we find ourselves stuck in life, and we can choose to either retreat, stay where we are, or go forward. God calls us to arise and go forward!

THE RESCUE #4: LET’S GO! OPENING JOKE: While on maternity leave, a woman from our office brought in her new bundle of joy. She also had her seven-year-old son with her. Everyone gathered around the baby, and the little boy asked, "Mommy, can I have some money to buy a soda?" "What do you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-9

Denomination: *other

A No U-Turn Decision/Identity Check Part 9 Series

Contributed by Steve Wright on Nov 21, 2014

A No U-Turn Decision

We're going to continue with our series Identity Check. I tell you, I don't know what part it is. I think it's part nine. We have a long way to go still, but if you have your Bible, I want you to open with me, and I want you to go with me to the book of 1 Peter, chapter 3. I want to pick back up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:17-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christianity's Best Kept Secret Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus Christ our Savior set us free from the penalty of sin. Jesus Christ our Lord set us free to minister in HIs Name, but without selfish ambition of gaining position, prestige or power in God's kingdom.

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of the ministry ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-42

Keep It Simple When Answering Critics Of Our Christian Faith Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus taught a simple solution to convoluted criticisms hurled at Christians. Instead of getting bogged down in futile, endless arguments, why not implement His Formula which works so effectively! Stay tuned!

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of the ministry of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-34

Put Your Behind In The Past

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 8, 2007

Four choices to make if you’d live in hot pursuit of a God-consumed life.

Philippians 3:13-21 Put Your Behind In The Past Woodlawn Baptist Church January 7, 2007 Introduction Have you ever heard of or taken the time to read the resolutions of the preacher Jonathan Edwards who was made famous in the Great Awakening? Over a period of time, he wrote… 1. Being sensible ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Desire And Duty Mark The Spiritual Giver

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

(with Dick Holden) (PRIORITY AND PRIVILEGE OF GIVING) 1.

(with Dick Holden) (PRIORITY AND PRIVILEGE OF GIVING) 1. Desire -- Example of Macedonians (:1-5) a. Context of giving 1) much affliction 2) deep poverty b. Nature of giving 1) according to their ability and beyond 2) gave of their own accord 3) begging to participate 4) gave themselves first to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Good Friday Reflections On Mark's Gospel

Contributed by Michael Goodfellow on Feb 26, 2004

A series of reflections on Texts for Good Friday from Mark’s gospel.

Good Friday Reflections on Mark’s Gospel Reading: Mark 11:1-11 Reflection: “In lowly pomp ride on to die” When we spoke of this incredible entry into Jerusalem Palm Sunday, we spoke of it as a glimpse of something we knew was going to be greater. But today we see the detour through which that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Life; A Question Mark Or Exclamation Point.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Mar 13, 2004

It isn’t the heart of God that rejects man but man’s heart that rejects God

Life; a question mark or exclamation point. Romans 8:28 -- 29. 03/14/04 The Bible is plain in teaching us that each of us is heading to a destination. The Bible is also plain in teaching there are only two places of eternity, heaven or hell. Now I want to ask you a question, is your life a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

5 Marks Of A 24/7 Christian

Contributed by Daniel Chua on Feb 3, 2005

Christianity is more than just a religion that you practice once a week; it is a lifestyle, a daily walk of faith with a living Savior. And that’s exactly how the early Christians lived and they turned their world upside down!

5 Marks of a 24/7 Christian The Christian life is not a roller-coaster ride! - Feeling high on Sunday and low on Wednesday - It is a daily consistent walk with a living Saviour - ’He walks with me and talks with me...’ - Notice the word ’daily’ in these passages of Scripture 1. A 24/7 Christian ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Death Of John The Baptist (Mark 6)

Contributed by David Smith on Dec 14, 2006

Father Dave’s sermon on the story of King Herod and the execution of John the Baptist.

No doubt all of you are deeply concerned, as I am, about what could prove to be the beginnings of World War III breaking out this week in the Middle East. The Israeli army moved into Lebanon this week, ostensibly to take on Hezbollah militants operating from within Lebanon who apparently captured ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Peter & Paul (Not Forgetting Mark!)

Contributed by Francis Gardom on Jul 7, 2003

St Peter & St Paul. Why they didn’t always hit it off with each other. The role of Mark in their reconciliation

St Stephen, Lewisham 29th June 2003 St Peter & St Paul Peter & Paul (not forgetting Mark!) Today we commemorate two of the great New Testament heroes, St Peter & St Paul. At the end of Mass we shall process to their icons in the north and south isles and say a special prayer of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Marks Of Maturity-How To Grow Spiritually

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Oct 22, 2011

Paul understood that God had a plan for him and that even though he had his own desires, he should make plans in accord Gods plan, and sometimes this meant that he would need to be flexible in his own plans.

. . . that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other's faith. I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that I planned many times to come to you (but have been prevented from doing so until now) in order that I might have a harvest among you, just as I have had among the other ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:12-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel