Sermons on Profit And Loss:

Who Needs God Anyway?

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Aug 25, 2002

Here are three practical reasons that everybody needs the Lord.

Who Needs God Anyway? 16 ¶ Come ye near unto me, hear ye this; I have not spoken in secret from the beginning; from the time that it was, there am I: and now the Lord GOD, and his Spirit, hath sent me. 17 Thus saith the LORD, thy Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; I am the LORD thy God which ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 48:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Is Full Of Contradictions Series

Contributed by David Cambridge on May 10, 2003

Those who don’t want to believe will often give the excuse, ’The Bible is full of contradictions’. This lesson analysis the question and considers whether the statement is true or false.

Answering Criticisms “The Bible Is Full Of Contradictions” Introduction 1. When talking to people about the Bible, the objection is often raised, “The Bible is full of contradictions”. 2. In this lesson, we shall analyze what is meant by this statement and consider whether or not it is true. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Resume` Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Joel Carwile on Jan 18, 2001

Learning about who the Holy Spirit is. He is God.

The Resume` of the Holy Spirit 7 Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you. 8 And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

God Will Make Up The Slack For What You Lack

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Jan 23, 2001

Many people want to be used by God but don’t feel qualified. If we will step out in obediant faith, He will supply what we need.

GOD WILL MAKE UP THE SLACK FOR WHAT YOU LACK EX 25:8 I. GOD WANTED A SANCTUARY BUILT A. God commanded his people to build a sanctuary B. He gives delicate detail as to how the sanctuary will be constructed C. The only ability Israel had was to make bricks out of mud and straw -Israel’s lack ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:8

Denomination: Church Of God

Unity Of Christians

Contributed by Scott Jordan on Oct 18, 2000

Proposition- Christians should dwell together in Unity.

Proposition- Christians should dwell together in Unity. Transitional sentence- By looking in the psalm we see that Christians should dwell together in unity in the Local Church. Intro: Approach Sentence- Imagine that you are part of a United Nations peace keeping force sent into a war torn ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3, Romans 8:19

Why Jesus Stayed Open To Suggestions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

One of the reasons why great leaders succeed is that they are open to suggestions.

One of the reasons why great leaders succeed is that they are open to suggestions. When people becomes so proud that they close their minds to new ideas, they are bound to fail. Keeping your mind open allows you to see all the opportunities that the Lord has for you every hour of every day. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith And Works – Two Sides Of The Same Truth

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Faith and Works – Two Sides of the Same Truth (Rom. 3:27-31)

Faith and Works – Two Sides of the Same Truth (Rom. 3:27-31) Illustration:A young boy, on an errand for his mother, had just bought a dozen eggs. Walking out of the store, he tripped and dropped the sack. All the eggs broke, and the sidewalk was a mess. The boy tried not to cry. A few people ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tough Times Ahead -- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 10, 2001

THE EXAMPLE OF GODLY MENTORS AND THE SUFFICIENCY OF THE WORD OF GOD EQUIPS THE MINISTER OF THE GOSPEL TO PERSEVERE IN THE FACE OF PERSECUTION AND GROWING DECEPTION

BIG IDEA: THE EXAMPLE OF GODLY MENTORS AND THE SUFFICIENCY OF THE WORD OF GOD EQUIPS THE MINISTER OF THE GOSPEL TO PERSEVERE IN THE FACE OF PERSECUTION AND GROWING DECEPTION I. (:10-14) THE EXAMPLE OF GODLY MENTORS EQUIPS THE MINISTER OF THE GOSPEL TO PERSEVERE A good model can make a tremendous ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Biblical Basis For Communications

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

In order to understand what the Bible teaches about communication let us begin by looking at some of the key verbs in the N.T. that teach us the different dimensions of communication. The following is a list of some of the key verbs used for effective com

BIBLICAL BASIS FOR COMMUNICATION 1. In order to understand what the Bible teaches about communication let us begin by looking at some of the key verbs in the N.T. that teach us the different dimensions of communication. The following is a list of some of the key verbs used for effective ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What In Hell Do You Want?

Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on Jun 5, 2001

This sermon challenges the seeker to consider the reality of eternity in Hell, and presents a better place, Heaven. It also encourages the believer to stand strong within the Faith.

What In Hell Do You Want? (Making a Deal with the Devil) Text: Philemon 1:24, Matthew 16:24-26, 2 Timothy 4:10 Philemon 1:24 Marcus, Aristarchus, Demas, Lucas, my fellowlabourers. Matthew 16:24-26 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:24, Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Radiant Life Series

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Nov 10, 2002

Every believer is called to a lifestyle that produces "good works" and "glorifies" our Heavenly Father.

Characteristics of Christianity pt 3: A Radiant Life “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 “Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. 16 “Let your light so shine before men, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 6:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

An Undivided Life

Contributed by Greg Bryan on Nov 16, 2004

Question: Is the Bible just a good book or is it absolutely necessary for your spiritual life? In the last seven days, how did your life answer that question? The ultimate goal of our life should be to glorify God. How do we glorify God? We do it b

AN UNDIVIDED LIFE "This book will keep you from sin; Sin will keep you from this book." INTRO: Strange but true facts: Question: Is the Bible just a good book or is it absolutely necessary for your spiritual life? In the last seven days, how did your life answer that question? The ultimate ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Temporary Defeat

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

GOD SOMETIMES GIVES TEMPORARY DEFEAT TO SET THE STAGE FOR MAGNIFYING HIS GLORY THRU DELIVERANCE

BIG IDEA: GOD SOMETIMES GIVES TEMPORARY DEFEAT TO SET THE STAGE FOR MAGNIFYING HIS GLORY THRU DELIVERANCE INTRODUCTION: Israelite patriot being trampled over and seemingly ignored by God; Tone: mingling of faith and sorrow God’s might as shown in deeds both of mercy and justice should be called to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:1-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Not Ready Yet.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Dec 28, 2003

No more of a favor can be done to us than to see the glory of the Lord and be changed by the spirit of the Lord.

Not ready yet. Ezekiel 3: 22 -- 27. 12/28/03 Ezekiel was one of God’s great Old Testament prophets. The Jews had disobeyed God’s commands so often and for their disobedience they were taken captive into the land of Babylon. Even though they had been warned by the prophets the consequences of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

Psst - Don't Tell Anyone, But...

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Aug 4, 2006

Recognizing and ridding ourselves from the deadly sin of gossip.

Introduction A. Gossip is a destructive mode of conversation practiced daily. 1. It affects the least to the greatest among us. 2. It is commonplace in the world as it is the church of our Lord. 3. The Bible, because of this, speaks of it and so must we. B. While the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:3, Proverbs 19:20, Ecclesiastes 3:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ