Sermons on Proud:

Four Essential Perspectives To Give To Those You Are Discipling – Acts 20:1

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 30, 2002

Four Essential Perspectives to Give to those you are Discipling – Acts 20:16-38

Four Essential Perspectives to Give to those you are Discipling – Acts 20:16-38 Illustration: There is power in peer pressure. One day as I took my campers, from the Navigator Eagle Lake Camp, in the mountains of Colorado Springs, to the dining hall, the rumor spread that we were having lima ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:16-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love And Pedigree

Contributed by Dale Rose on Apr 10, 2002

Jesus answers the question about the greatest commandment, then asks the question, "What is the Christ’s lineage?"

Love and Pedigree Matt 22:34-46 One New Year’s Day, in the Tournament of Roses parade, a beautiful float suddenly sputtered and quit. It was out of gas. The whole parade was held up until someone could get a can of gas. The amusing thing was this float represented the Standard Oil Company. With ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-46

Denomination: Baptist

A More Excellent Way Series

Contributed by Russ Witkowski on Apr 24, 2002

Step onw on how to pursue excellence in the Christian walk

PURSUING EXCELLENCE IN YOUR WALK I A MORE EXCELLENT WAY 1 CO 12:31 By Pastor Russ Witkowski ¡§But eagerly desire the greater gifts. And now I will show you the most excellent way.¡¨ Kata huperbole hoday! ¡§Excellent¡¨ - to throw beyond the usual mark, to surpass, a throwing beyond others, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:31, Proverbs 22:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thanks But No Thanks Series

Contributed by Ronald Hughes on Oct 1, 2005

To teach our children to not just say thanks but to be thankful is not just for them but also for us,

Thanks, BUT No Thanks Luke 18:9-14 Rev. R.B.Hughes Luke 18:14 “… for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Is Silent (#6 Of Series On Prayer) Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 28, 2005

It is because of God’s best intention and purpose that He is sometimes silent in answering our prayers.

WHEN GOD IS SILENT Intro. A. Experience tells us that sometimes God answers our prayer with nothing but silence. It’s undeniable. There are times that we perceived God has deemed to deny us the answer of our prayers. B. Why? What are the reasons behind God’s silence, delay or denial? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mission And Vision Of The Church

Contributed by Benny Horn on Jul 1, 2003

Our mission is to reach people for Christ, and then, teach them to be disciples of Christ while our vision is to accomplish this through PRAYER, PASSION, PLANNING & POWER (of love).

The Mission and Vision of the Church by Benny D. Horn preached on 04/21/02 at A.B.C. Introduction: When I was a young man, for several years I made a living building houses. Through the years, I have drawn house plans, I have done framing and finish carpentry, and I have acted as the overall ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Matthew 21:13

Denomination: Baptist

Profile Of A Prime-Timer

Contributed by Charles Clary on Jul 1, 2003

This is a message to Senior Adults using the Old Testament story of Barzillai as a backdrop.

In the book, “Chicken Soup for the Golden Soul,” Nardi Campion says, “ We true prime-timers were here before the pill, the population explosion and disposable diapers. We were here before ‘senior citizens.’ We were here before Ann Landers, Grandma Moses and the Kinsey Report. We were here before ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 19:31-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Pride Ride Part 2 Series

Contributed by James Stewart Jr. on Jul 14, 2003

This is the second part of the first message on The Pride Ride.

Last Sunday we had a great time. We learned who some of us are and someone we don’t want to be. There was Velma Vanity, Amy Accomplishment, Edward the Educated, Melvin the Middle Class, Ned the Name Dropper, Mike and Molly Materialistic, Bertha Better than You! If you don’t know who I am ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:13, 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

"It's Later Than It Has Ever Been!”

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Oct 17, 2004

The elderly couple had spent the evening with some friends and time passed rapidly. When they saw that it was past eleven....

“IT’S LATER THAN IT HAS EVER BEEN!” “And do this, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed. The night is far spent, the day is at hand. Therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Tree, An Emblem Of The Passion And Victory Of Christ

Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 22, 2004

The Christmas Tree is the cross of Christ, reminding us of His suffering and victory for our salvation.

(This sermon is prepared by Pastor Arturo Sangalang, my student in Central Bible College, as part of his course requirement in Bible Exposition) “He Himself bore our sins in His body on the tree, so that we might die to sins.” I Peter 2:24 Introduction: As the months of "bers" started from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christians And Political Activity

Contributed by Gerald Williams on Oct 23, 2004

Contrary to some traditional beliefs, Christians should be involved in politics.

CHRISTIANS AND POLITICAL ACTIVITY As we approach this election season, it seemed very appropriate to take a look at what The Word” has to say about Christians and Politics / Government. We are particularly concerned with the fact that all too many people, especially Christians, have just thrown up ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:3-4

Denomination: *other

A Closer Look Series

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Nov 27, 2004

The birth of John the Baptist puts a different spin on the birth of Jesus. We get to see the birth and life of Jesus through the eyes of relatives who were going through the same odd happenings

Falling in love with Jesus Luke 1:68-80 A closer look Based on the book with the same name by Rubel Shelly Part II-B ILL: History tells us that early in the nineteenth century the whole world was watching with bated breath the campaigns of Napoleon. There was talk everywhere of marches, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-80

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sound Doctrine & Secure Fellowship Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on May 5, 2005

Part 10 of a series in the 119 Psalm

Sound Doctrine and Secure Fellowship Part 10 Sermon Series: A Word about the Word Date: May 18, 2003 PM Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Psalm 119: 73-80 Introduction It seems as if I have been repeating myself over and over again in one particular aspect of this study, but I believe I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:73-80

Denomination: Baptist

A Profitable Faith. Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

Some people do not see any benefits from being a Christian. Our faith is profitable, and we need to be able to share that in convincing manner. In this passage James gives some illustrations concerning a provable faith.

A Profitable Faith. James 2:14-26 C:\MyData\JAM-OLD But Good\JAMES2-2.WPD {14} What use is it, my brethren, if a man says he has faith, but he has no works? Can that faith save him? {15} If a brother or sister is without clothing and in need of daily food, {16} and one of you says to them, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: *other

The Plot & The Promise Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 18, 2005

Abraham and Sarah think they know best how to fulfill Gods promise. Doing things our way can have unintended consequences.

What happens when God doesnt move fast enough for us? Do we wait patiently or do we start thinking - "maybe I was supposed to do something." In the end we muck it up by inventing answers to prayers. Thats what happens to Abram and Sarai - and it almost ruins the family. Fortunately, God is in ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel