Sermons on Putting Off Old Self:

Growing Up With God

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 17, 2001

Responsibilites we have as Children of God

GROWING UP WITH GOD COLOSSIANS 3:1-10 INTRODUCTION Scripture often uses several different phrases to describe one thought. In Genesis, we are described as being “created in the image of God.” John 3:16-17 tells us very plainly that God loves us so much that He sacrificed Himself for us to save ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-10, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting To Know The Father

Contributed by David Dailey on Jun 12, 2001

building a personal relationship with God

Job 22:21-30 Acquaint now thyself with him, and be at peace: thereby good shall come unto thee. Receive, I pray thee, the law from his mouth, and lay up his words in thine heart. If thou return to the Almighty, thou shalt be built up, thou shalt put away iniquity far from thy tabernacles. Then ...read more

Scripture: Job 22:21-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For I Know The Plans I Have For You

Contributed by Ed Blonski on Jun 20, 2001

Wedding sermon for a couple - bride entering second marriage, groom entering first.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” Jeremiah ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13, Jeremiah 7:2-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Seven Things That God Does Not Know

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Jul 24, 2001

Now before you Question what I am about to do, would you consider them first and I will show you without taking scripture out of context and see what the outcome is.

Seven Things That God Does Not Know! Text: I John 3:20; Acts 15:18; John 21:15-17 Introduction: In these three passages we find that God knows all things. Would you agree with me this morning that God is omniscient? In other words let’s say that God is infinite in knowledge! Maybe we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:20, Acts 15:18

Denomination: Baptist

God Manifest To The World

Contributed by Bradley White-Findeisen on Oct 18, 2000

While I was in the Navy, one of the duty stations I was assigned to was a nuclear powered guided missile cruiser out of Alameda, California.

While I was in the Navy, one of the duty stations I was assigned to was a nuclear powered guided missile cruiser out of Alameda, California. One of the many duties I was assigned was "I" division officer, responsible for coordinating the indoctrination of personnel who recently reported for duty ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:29-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Red Thread

Contributed by R Davis on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: This morning, I am going to challenge some of you to make the most important decision you will ever make in your.

Introduction: This morning, I am going to challenge some of you to make the most important decision you will ever make in your. In a few moments, I am going to ask you to step out from where you are and surrender control of your life to Jesus Christ. I want you to begin thinking about this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:30-31

Proverbial Advice To Fathers

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Children become fools unless there is a change of course.

Thesis: Children become fools unless there is a change of course. Intro.: 1. Today is Father's Day! In recognition of that fact I'd like to read a piece from one of the most revered philosophers of our time, Bill Cosby. It is from his book entitled, Fatherhood. 2. Illust. It is no profound ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:24

How To Grow A Healthy Church

Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Oct 18, 2000

Main Idea: Healthy churches are those that fulfill their biblical purpose.

Main Idea: Healthy churches are those that fulfill their biblical purpose. Introduction: (Duct tape illustration using a roll of tape) Many of you here are very familiar with this product. You have probably used it many times for many different purposes. Years ago, thousands of dollars went into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40

Denomination: Baptist

Profile Of A Pastor

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

Introd.: (Show an assortment of Christmas toys -- What do these toys all have in common? They operate on batteries -- they need power to perform as designed.

Introd.: (Show an assortment of Christmas toys -- What do these toys all have in common? They operate on batteries -- they need power to perform as designed.) We need power to perform as God has designed us. We have learned a lot in the last several months in 1 Peter about how God wants us to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am Debtor

Contributed by Greg Irby on Oct 18, 2000

In this letter written by Paul to the Christians at Rome he begins by giving a description of himself. A debtor.

Text Verse: Romans 1:14 (Romans 1:14) "I am debtor both to the Greeks, and to the Barbarians; both to the wise, and to the unwise." Introduction: In this letter written by Paul to the Christians at Rome he begins by giving a description of himself. (Romans 1:1) "Paul, a servant of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Dropouts

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Those who drop out of church tend to struggle with their purpose in life and never find their niche in the Kingdom of God.

SPIRITUAL DROPOUTS TEXT: Gal 6:9 INTRODUCTION: A. DEFINITION OF DROPOUT 1. A school dropout is a student who leaves a school for any reason except death before graduation or completion of a course of study and without transferring to another school. 2. A spiritual dropout is a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

How To Study The Bible

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Oct 30, 2001

As a believer how important is it to study the Bible? What if you don’t know how to do it? Pastor Steve shares in this message principles of Bible study.

INTRODUCTION Bible study is very important for all believers. It is the very means by which you are equipped for God’s work. It is not just for those called to vocational ministry but for all believers. 2 Timothy 2:15 says, "Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Revival Starts

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 31, 2001

Revival has only one place where it can begin, with the calling and movement of God

Where Revival Starts 2 Chronicles 7:14 Introduction A Sunday School teacher was teaching a group of teenage boys one Sunday about Christ’s disciples; about their abilities, their attributes, and why Jesus might have chosen them. Toward the end of the lesson a teen-aged boy who was particularly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Church Of God

Rebirth Of Hope Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 29, 2002

The resurrection of Jesus brings rebirth of hope

Rebirth of Hope Mark 16:1-8 INTRO.: Mark states the story very briefly, as is his customary style. He just wants to state the facts and get the story straight. He gets right to the meaning, skipping over many details. For example, he mentions the Sabbath, but gives no details of what went on that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What's So Good About The Gospel (Easter Message)

Contributed by Guy Caley on Apr 1, 2002

Four things that make the Gospel "Good News."

Introduction Good News: You baptized seven people today in the river. Bad News: You lost two of them in the swift current. Good News: The Protestant Women of the Chapel voted to send you a get-well card. Bad News: The vote passed by 31-30. Good News: Your Chapel Council accepted your job ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God