Sermons on Protection Of God:

So Why Do We Still Sin Series

Contributed by Alan Braun on Mar 22, 2002

A study on the Book of Romans

So Then, Why Do We Still Sin? Romans 6 Romans 6:1-6 Correct preaching in our churches should have people believe that they can do whatever they want and still be saved. V2 Sin has power if we think it does, like the former master of a freed slave. Col 1:15; Phil 3:20; Eph 2:19 Died to sin - ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirt Baptism

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on May 31, 2003

Understanding the baptism in the Holy Spirit

I. What Is This Baptism? 1. He is a Gift to be given to the believer - Acts 2:38. a. Every born again Christian has the Holy Spirit in them but not every Christian has received the BAPTISM (immersion) with the Spirit. 2. He is also a PROMISE that can be claimed - Acts 1:4 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Essentials For A Powerful Church

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 18, 2003

This was my June devotional for the Leadership team meeting that examines the powerful qualities of the Antioch church.

Essentials for A Powerful Church Acts 11:19-21 Leadership Board Meeting June 10, 2003 Introduction What does it mean to have a powerful church? What does a powerful church look like? Do we have a powerful church? AC 11:19 Now those who had been scattered by the persecution in connection with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Waiting For Christmas

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 6, 2006

A Christmas Message.

WAITING FOR CHRISTMAS Luke 2:22-35 INTRO: Only children Mark the days from the calendar until Christmas. For most of us, the days before Christmas pass in a flurry of activity and leave us just short of getting everything done. Some preparation is creative, some is not. The old prophet Simeon is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

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

Jesus Is A Model For Witnessing

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006

Educators say that people learn easily by observation. Here, Jesus models witnessing for us.

JESUS IS A MODEL FOR WITNESSING John 4:1-42 INTRO: Educators say that people learn easily by observation. To see someone do something and to try it ourselves creates a good learning situation. Jesus is a model for a Christian’s life and ministry. By observing His life and work, believers can ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

Does Jesus Really Care?

Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on Sep 3, 2007

This message is a encouraging sermon showing how Jesus care for us.

"Does Jesus Really Care?" Text: I Peter 5:7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. Introduction: Many people have asked this question, "Does Jesus Really Care About Little Me?" The text that I have giving I believe answers the question very simply. Casting ALL your care upon ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: *other

What It's Like To Be Christ-Like Prayer Series

Contributed by David Parks on Nov 5, 2005

To be Christ-like is to be a person of prayer.

WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE CHRIST-LIKE – PRAYER I. A look at how Christ prayed. A. Without ceasing: the Fact that Christ prayed often shows the need for Christians to pray. B. At the Beginning of his public ministry and baptism. Luke 3:21 Now when all the people were baptized, it came to pass that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remember Lot's Wife!

Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 16, 2005

A serious heed not take your liberty in Christ to sin.Remembering to OBEY and Look ahead in the new life in Christ!

“Remember Lot’s wife!” Luke 17:32 Only important things are emphasized to be remembered. In any professional or academic studies only areas that would come up in the exams are hinted to be remembered. There certain events in your life today that is not worth remembering. Jesus is however ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

He Said, We Said

Contributed by Nathan Cooper on Feb 26, 2008

Malachi examines true sacrifice and true worship.

Mal. 1 HE SAID, WE SAID: Intro: Have you ever had an argument with a spouse and she knew what you were gonna say even before you did? Eerie isn’t it? Like she can read your mind. Malachi was a prophet of God and he has to confront the priests. “I know what He’ll say.” Malachi already knows ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Want My Mtv.

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Dec 31, 2007

I want Ministry, truth and vision.

I want my mtv MTV (Music Television) is an American cable television network based in New York City. Launched on August 1, 1981, the original purpose of the channel was to show music videos, as well as other music news and events. Today, MTV broadcasts a variety of music, pop culture, youth ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Remember How You Received Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 3, 2008

Paul implores the Galatians to remember how they first received the gospel.

Galatians 3:1-5 I. Remember How They Received The Son (1) Vs. 1 • “Foolish” does not mean not knowing, but more like not using your head. o The Galatian believers were not exercising their spiritual intelligence, or the truths that had been taught to them. o It was a lack of faith that made ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Wake Up!

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 29, 2007

Christians must learn to live in eager anticipation of the return of our Savior, Christ Jesus.

Matthew 24: 36 – 44 / Wake Up!!! Intro: One day a cardinal was approached by an anxious, agitated priest who said, “A woman claims to have seen a vision of the Savior in the chapel behind the main alter. What should we do?” To which the cardinal answered, “Look busy!” --- For literally ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hall Of Fame # 6 - Ramah Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Dec 31, 2007

A look at Ramah, one of the places mentioned in Ezra’s list and also in the Christmas story.

INTRODUCTION There are many unfamiliar names mentioned in Ezra’s list of returning Jews. But there are a few familiar names. One of them is Ramah. At first glance it might not appear to be. But think of Matthew 2 which tells us of Jesus’ birth - "In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 2:26

Home Sweet Home Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jul 9, 2007

"Honour thy father and thy mother". Prominence, position, purpose, punishment, performance.

INTRODUCTORY COMMENTS *This is the only one of the Ten Commandments with a promise attached to it - "that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee". *Widespread breaking of it is a sign of the last days according to 2 Timothy 3 "This know also, that in the last days ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12