Sermons on Proven:

The Apostles & The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 8, 2001

An examination of the crucial role performed by the Holy Spirit in assisting the Apostles in establishing Christianity as foretold by Christ Jesus in John 14-16.

One of the most astounding historical aspects of early Christianity is the pivotal role that the apostles played. Within their lifetimes, they had taken the teachings of Jesus to the four corners of the world and converted, at least, tens of thousands of souls. This is an amazing thing when you ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26-27, John 14:25-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shaken Not Stirred

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 16, 2000

What will it take to stir up the church today?

Text: Haggai 2:1-9 I. Remnant - A Word Study A. Verse 2, “remnant” of the people = means what is left over. This idea of “remnant” is that a small nucleus of God’s people will be richly blessed. Throughout the OT we find examples of how God searched through His people and only found a ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Discerning Truth

Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 29, 2000

Four ingredients on the discernment of truth.

INTRODUCTION. A. The obvious fact is that people disagree. B. Teachings ranging from minor doctrinal error to downright apostate; from the harmless mistake to the doctrine of devils. C. Yet, every Christian wants (or should want!) to be able to separate fact from fiction. HOW TO ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction To New Testament Leadership Series

Contributed by Terry Kreuger on Oct 31, 2002

New Testement Leadership

Introduction to New Testament Leadership A Shepherds Heart 1) What are your expectations for the course? 2) Write down the mission statement of the church. 3) Write down why the church exists. 4) Tell me why you want to be a leader in this church. My expectations on you as a ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Believers Joy Series

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 30, 2002

One of our greatest gifts as a believer is joy, The Joy of the Lord produces a strength in us that will lift us above the storms of life, and enable us to walk on top of the troubled waters.

Ne 8:10 Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for [this] day [is] holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength. One of the saddest things in the body of Christ today is ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Necessity Of Forgetfulness

Contributed by Steven Shubert on Aug 5, 2004

Loss of memory has been often been looked at as a weakness, a failure; however, in our walk with Christ, forgetfulness is often an absolute necessity.

The Necessity of Forgetfulness Phil. 3:13 Luke 9:62 1) Introduction a) We have often maligned forgetfulness, as being a weakness, a problem area, and it is true that, often, being unable to remember can be a frustration to us. However, there is a time when forgetfulness becomes an absolute ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

How The Church Can Counter Attack Satan

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on May 9, 2005

This sermon gives us ways to counter attack Satan’s workings within the church

Satan’s Attack Upon The Kingdom of God How The Church Can Counter Attack Satan Text: II Corinthians 11:3 "But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent bequiled Eve through his subtility, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ." Galatians 6:1-2 " Brethern, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:3

Heart Transplant

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005

The true meaning of Valentines Day Little Emily ran into the house, crying as though her heart would break. "What’s wrong, dear?" asked her mother. "My doll! Billy broke it!" she sobbed. "How did he break it, Emily?" "I hit him over the head wi

The true meaning of Valentines Day Little Emily ran into the house, crying as though her heart would break. "What’s wrong, dear?" asked her mother. "My doll! Billy broke it!" she sobbed. "How did he break it, Emily?" "I hit him over the head with it." Psalm 53 1 The fool hath said in his ...read more

Scripture: Job 53:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sickening Situation Of Sin

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 15, 2006

Sin will make you sick.

Our Web Site: cbcbedford.com --------------------------------- THE SICKENING SITUATION OF SIN Psalm 51 My Bible says at the beginning of Psalm 51 - "A Psalm of David, when Nathan the prophet came unto him, after he had gone in to Bathsheba. You remember the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

What We Are In Christ

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jul 29, 2006

Revealing a wonderful progression from one who is a disciple, through to one who puts into action what he is taught, so developing a close relationship with his Master as a loving friend, and being honoured by being accepted as part of the family

WHAT WE ARE IN CHRIST AS SEEN IN JOHN’S GOSPEL I A DISCIPLE John 8:31 31 So Jesus said to those Jews who had believed in Him, If you abide in My word [hold fast to My teachings and live in accordance with them], you are truly My disciples. [AMP] Disciple: Mayhthv - mathetes - math-ay-tes’; a ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Jesus Tomb

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Apr 2, 2007

On the cover "The Jesus Family Tomb, The Discovery, the Investigation, and the Evidence That Could Change History" This book and movie is flawed because they have not sought the truth

# The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown - Mar 28, 2006 # The Jesus Dynasty: The Hidden History of Jesus, His Royal Family, and the Birth of Christianity by James D. Tabor -April 4, 2006 - Jesus’ father was neither God nor Joseph, but another man, possibly a Roman soldier named Pantera # The Gospel of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Using Your Gifts

Contributed by Ed Wood on Apr 6, 2007

A message on using your spiritual gifts.

USING YOUR GIFTS Ephesians 4:7-16 INTRO: According to the New Testament, each Christian has been given gifts or talents and abilities. But many of these gifts have gone unused. Since God has entrusted them to us, it seems fitting that we should find the best way to use them. How can we best use ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16, Exodus 36:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Sacrifice: Risky Vision Series

Contributed by Todd Bishop on Mar 29, 2007

Our vision needs to be in the line of sight of God’s direction.

Three weeks we started our new series … ‘SACRIFICE’ … and we learned three principles about sacrifice – 1) Sacrifice requires love, 2) Sacrifice requires trust, and 3) Sacrifice requires obedience … Sacrifice is NEVER easy, but God has asked us to sacrifice our time, our talents, and our ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Obtaining Your Destiny Part 1 Series

Contributed by Greg Cooper on Oct 26, 2007

Everyone has a destiny to fulfill in Christ, but not everyone fulfills their destiny.

Title: Obtaining Your Destiny Text: I Samuel 16:13 Intro: Everyone has a destiny to fulfill in Christ, but not everyone fulfills their destiny. You have a God directed purpose in life are you fulfilling it, or are you satisfied back at the camp. David was destined to be King but there was a giant ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bearers Of The Light Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 13, 2007

The church has been called to bear the light of God’s truth to a dark and dying world.

Series: Being the Body Bearers of the Light Matt 5:14-16 One of the most amazing sights on my mission trips to the mountains of Honduras is people walking to church at night. Unless you have been there it is hard to picture just how rugged the are the roads and just how dark it can be. But the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational