Sermons on Principles Of Interpretation:

Hope In A Dark World

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Jul 19, 2004

Now that you have seen His passion let me tell you about His purpose.

1Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark,Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. (John 20:1) 1What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? 2By no means! We died to sin; how can we live in it any ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Blessing Of Those Who Study His Word Despite The Impending Judgment Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Aug 13, 2004

The blessing of those who study His Word despite the impending judgment

The blessing of those who study His Word despite impending Judgment of God Psalm 1:1, “Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with scoffers.” Psalm 174I have followed your commands, which have kept me from going along ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Enduring Church

Contributed by Steve Woods on Feb 5, 2004

Five reasons why the church will endure according to the sovereign grace of God.

1.Corinthians 16:13-14 "Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. Let all your things be done with charity." Why does the church of God endure? You would quickly and rightly say that God does this, but what means does He normally utilize for this work? I was the pastor of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Servants And Masters" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 13, 2004

Whether we’re at the top of the heap, in the middle, or at the bottom, we serve one Master, to whom we will give account (#13 in The Christian Victor series)

“Slaves, be obedient to those who are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in the sincerity of your heart, as to Christ; not by way of eye service, as men-pleasers, but as slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart. With good will render service, as to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Orthodox

Heavenly-Minded And Earthly-Good Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 15, 2004

We need to have the correct perspective.

HEAVENLY MINDED AND EARTHLY GOOD I Corinthians 3:18-23 S: Perspective Th: Live the Difference Pr: WE NEED TO HAVE THE CORRECT PERSPECTIVE. ?: Where? KW: Areas of concern TS: We will discover in our study of I Corinthians 3:18-23 that we should have four areas of concern in order to have the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have A Winning Attitude! Part Iii Series

Contributed by Tony Searles on Feb 23, 2004

We finish up our attitude adjustment with the last peice of advice from Paul in Philippians 4:4-9 with giving attention to the FOCUS of our Attitude. Think on these things...

ILLUSTRATION: Today, upon the bus I saw a lovely maiden with golden hair; I envied her because she looked so fine and wished I was as fair. And suddenly, as she arose to leave, I watched her hobble down the aisle. She had on leg and wore a brace, but as she passed?a smile. O God, forgive me when ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Other

"Supersizing"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 25, 2004

Christians are offered a great deal of ’junk food’; but it is the individual’s responsibility to go to the Word and eat right.

“See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception, according to the tradition of men, according to the elementary principles of the world, rather than according to Christ.” I have to begin by telling you where I got the title for this sermon, “Supersizing”. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Orthodox

Ears Wide Open Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 5, 2004

Moses, Pt. 4 of 15

EARS WIDE OPEN (EXODUS 5:1-12:30) A father once tried to talk to his son about how college was going. The father said, “How are things going?” The son said, “Good.” The father said, “And the dormitory?” He said, “Good.” The father said, “How are your studies going?” He said, “Good.” The father ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Live In This World

Contributed by David Bubb on Mar 7, 2004

If we are ever going to make an impact on our culture, we can not let ourselves become conformed to it.

Subject: How To Live In This World Scripture Reading: Romans 12:2 You heard about the business lady who, between flights at an airport bought a small package of cookies. She then sat down in the busy snack shop to glance over the newspaper. As she read her paper she became aware of a rustling ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Holiness

Dirty Laundry Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 14, 2004

We are to live the transformation.

DIRTY LAUNDRY I Corinthians 6:1-11 S: Rights Th: Live the Difference Pr: WE ARE TO LIVE THE TRANSFORMATION. ?: What? What is preventing us? KW: Lies TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 6:1-11, three lies that prevent us from living as we ought to in the church. The _____ lie ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A God Honoring Ministry

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 23, 2003

Characteristics of a ministry that honors God

1 Thessalonians 2:6-20 A God Honoring Ministry Introduction During our time in 1 Thessalonians over the past few Sunday evening messages, we have been considering the marks of a truly remarkable church and how its ministries can be God honoring as they are carried out. It is my hope and prayer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:6-20

Denomination: Baptist

Do We Love The Enemies Of The Cross?

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Aug 24, 2003

How should Christians respond to those who oppose or attack Christianity?

Do We Love the Enemies of the Cross? As we watch the battle for the 10 commandments unfold in Alabama and similar scenes across the nation played out in the cultural war against Christianity, it is difficult to keep the true biblical perspective. I have watched Christians in these types of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-36, Luke 6:26-33

Denomination: Baptist

"Do Not Grieve The Holy Spirit" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 31, 2003

Practicing the ways of the ’flesh’ grieves the Holy Spirit in us, Who is in the process of sanctifying us. (#21 in the Unfathomable Love of Christ series)

“He who steals must steal no longer; but rather he must labor, performing with his own hands what is good, so that he will have something to share with one who has need. Let no unwholesome word proceed from your mouth, but only such a word as is good for edification according to the need of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28-32

Denomination: Orthodox

Praise God For His Present Help In Times Of Trouble

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 1, 2003

Every day we see news of war, destruction and impending conflicts raging all over the earth. Yet, even if the world goes to war we need not fear. We can praise God for His deliverance because He is our present refuge and strength always ready to help us i

Praise God for His Present Help in Times of Trouble (Psa 46:1,2) Every day we see news of war, destruction and impending conflicts raging all over the earth. Yet, even if the world goes to war we need not fear. We can praise God for His deliverance because He is our present refuge and strength ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preach The Word! Series

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Sep 5, 2003

This is no time for fear, no time for cowardice, and no time to quit. Instead, it’s a time to take a deep breath and march forward into battle.

Preach the Word! II Timothy 4:1-5 I’d like to begin by calling your attention to verses 3-4 of this passage. They describe a scene that seems amazingly contemporary: “For the time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible