Sermons on Principles Of Abundance:

Heaven (A Funeral Sermon)

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Oct 14, 2003

A sermon about Heaven, meant to offer comfort and hope. One of the last discourses that Jesus made before his crucifixion was on Heaven to comfort His disciples.

HEAVEN FUNERAL SERMON John 14:1-3 Intro. We use the word “Heaven” in our conversation but few have given much thought to what Heaven is. Let me share with you some words of comfort about Heaven. I. HEAVEN IS A REAL PLACE 1. Twice in this passage Jesus calls it a place. He made this statement ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Hope At The End Of Our Rope.

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Oct 29, 2003

What do you have at the end of your rope? We have hope that is alive, our anchor, and our assurance. We need to tell others of our hope.

AT THE END OF THE ROPE, I HAVE HOPE. Hand out ropes, and say, “When I am at the end of my rope, I have hope. When I am at the end of this, I have hope that is alive, anchored, and assured!” Hope that is seen is not hope. Rom. 8:24 Hope that is alive. 1 Pet. 1:3 3Blessed be the God and Father of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, Hebrews 6:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Counterfeit Christianity

Contributed by Michael Bowen on Nov 20, 2001

Four tests to examine your Christianity.

Counterfeit Christianity - Matthew 7:13-27 Introduction: A man had died and appeared at the gates of heaven. St. Peter told the man that in order to get into heaven he had accumulate 100 points based on how he lived his life. St. Peter asked the man to begin describing his life. The man said, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27

Denomination: Baptist

Salvation And Faith In The Old Testament

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

A study of faith in the Old Testament

I. Abraham Was Justified by Faith, Not Works (4:1-8) A. Salvation is not of works nor has it ever been, and is only by faith. B. It should be clear that man can not contribute anything to his salvation. It is all of God, all of grace. C. Ephesians 2:8, 9 D. Hebrews 11 E. Thomas Watson (C. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Marks Of Godliness

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Oct 9, 2001

This sermon is about the true nature of godliness and the qualities that reveal godliness in the life of a beleiver.

THE MARKS OF GODLINESS OUTLINE 1.CONDUCT 2.CONCERN 3.COMPASSION 4.CONVERSATION 5.COMFORT 6.CONFIDENCE 7.COMMUNION THE MESSAGE THE MARKS OF GODLINESS 1.CONDUCT I John 2:6 Godliness is revealed in the conduct of a beleiver. The life that he leads is a testimony of his spiritual ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Demas The Defector

Contributed by Danny Thomas on Oct 16, 2001

A look at spiritual defection.

Demas the Defector 2 Timothy 4:9-12 2 Timothy 4:9-12 9 Be diligent to come to me quickly; 10 for Demas has forsaken me, having loved this present world, and has departed for Thessalonica-- Crescens for Galatia, Titus for Dalmatia. 11 Only Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Live A Joy Filled Life

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 4, 2005

Joy is one of the characteristics that the world lacks and Christians who possess joy have the potential of a strong witness in the world.

Acts 3:1-10 “How To Live A Joy Filled Life” INTRODUCTION What is the difference between joy and excitement? When we become excited, are emotions are stimulated from outside of us. When we experience joy, we have an intense pleasurable emotion that is inwardly motivated. Joy is one of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Holy Spirit And Believers

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 1, 2004

A message on the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer

THE HOLY SPIRIT AND BELIEVERS John 16:7-14 INTRO: We have been studying the Holy Spirit. We have seen the person of the Holy Spirit, and the Holy Spirit and unbelievers. Today, lets look at the role of the Holy Spirit and believers. What does the Holy Spirit do for the believer? There are several ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

He Knew The Place

Contributed by Wade Biggs on Feb 25, 2008

Judas spirit lives on, many are still betraying Christ.

“HE KNEW THE PLACE” (Jn. 18:2) No doubt many times we or others have used this man (Judas) to show many things about deception, discernment, and devilment. All to often today we find people who just like Judas know the place. Judas like many today have the advantages of being surrounded by the ...read more

Scripture: John 18:2

Denomination: Baptist

Smyrna: The Suffering Church Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Apr 2, 2008

What is the missing element of the church in America today? Suffering. Smyrna receives word from Jesus about The Preeminent Savior, The Persecuted Saints and The Promised Solace.

Revelation 2:8-11 Smyrna: The Suffering Church Smyrna was the “Crown of Asia.” Beautiful in appearance, Smyrna was also known for her wealth, commerce and religion. But she was intolerant of intolerance. The more this church was “crushed”, the more fragrant she became. The missing element in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Wait Till My Change Comes

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 15, 2008

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I Will Wait TILL my Change Comes Job 14:14 If a man die, shall he live again? all the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come. Man that is born of a woman is of few days, and full of trouble. Says job at the beginning of the chapter His pain is real the worst any human ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

How's Your Diet?

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 21, 2007

We get so much watered down theology these days. We need to have a voracious appetite for God’s word. This is an encouraging message to get after it.

When our son was born he was feeding very well. We found out later he had acid reflux. He was basically on a starvation diet because he wasn’t eating very much and he wasn’t keeping much down at all. When I went to Ranger school I lost about 20 pounds in just a few weeks and I was fortunate to ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Came To Put The Kingom Of God Back Into This World, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 22, 2007

Jeus came to earth with the power and authority of God to setup his kingdom on earth again and to prepare his sons on the earth to take over.

Kingdom Life Jesus came to put the kingdom of God back into this world, Opening: 1. "…I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly." (John 10:10) The literal Greek rendering of “more abundantly” is - That they might have it excessively, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17

Denomination: Mennonite

The Lord Is Merciful Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012

God is everything mercy ever hoped to be. He isn't just part mercy - He IS mercy. God has NEVER been unmerciful. It's who God is; mercy is His very nature. Mercy can be simply defined as 'Love in Action' (Eph. 2:4). It is living compassion (Ps. 116:

I must admit that I'm not always the most merciful person in the room (not even close) - so this study had some really convicting things for me to work through. We'll progress through the nature of God's mercy, the actions of His mercy, and our response to mercy - all from Psalm 103. God is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Dens And Caves

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 15, 2014

God wanted His people to be conquerors and warriors but today contrary to the promise of God, we see many who are conquered, crushed, beaten and routed!

Dens and caves! Judges 6:2”And the hand of Midian overpowered Israel, and because of Midian the people of Israel made for themselves the dens that are in the mountains and the caves and the strongholds.” God wanted His people to be conquerors and warriors but today contrary to the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal