Sermons on Ray Steadman:

How A Christian Should Vote

Contributed by Ray Searan on Dec 24, 2002

This is a sermon that explains using the scriptures showing how Christians should vote.

How Christians Should Vote Date: November 3, 2002 (PM) Text: Psalms 33:8-22 Introduction: The Bible teaches us our responsibilities to God; our fellowman; our church; and our government. I believe it is the duty of all Christians who are qualified, to vote. I believe that this Tuesday, we have a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:8-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Spirit Of Thanksgiving Amidst The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Ray Searan on Dec 24, 2002

Here is a great Thanksgiving Message.

A Spirit of Thanksgiving amidst the Storms of Life Subject: Thanksgiving Text: Acts 27:1-44 Date: November 24, 2002 (AM) Introduction: We often face many storms in life. But even though we face many storms we can still have a spirit of thanksgiving in our hearts in the midst of the storm. Let us ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

Come Unto Me

Contributed by Ray Searan on Dec 24, 2002

This message explains how we should come to Jesus.

Come Unto Me Sunday, November 24, 2002 (PM) Text: Proverbs 13:15; Matthew 11:28-30 Introduction: Often times in our walk with God we become tired, burdened down and heavy laden. But we must remember that in our walk with Jesus when these times come, and they will come, that turning our back on ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:15, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Hope Of Christmas

Contributed by Ray Searan on Dec 26, 2002

Here is a great Christmas Message

The Hope of Christmas Subject: Christmas Hope Text: Isaiah 9:6, 7 Theme: Introduction: Isaiah 9:6, 7 is a prophecy of the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ. At the time Isaiah prophesied these words only darkness, gloom, and despair appeared to lay in store for the Nation of Israel. Darkness as black ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Danger Of Anger

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 7, 2003

Anger is neutral; if used correctly, it can be good ... if used incorrectly, it can lead to sin. Sometimes anger is a PROBLEM ... sometimes it is PERMITTED.

“The Danger Of Anger” INTRODUCTION: Ephesians 4:31-32 We have already taken a look at “Bitterness” and “Unforgiveness”. This morning we want to take a look at another problem we often face in this verse … “ANGER”. The word “anger” is used in over 256 verses in the Bible. “Anger” is something ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26, Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Assurance - Evidence #6 Series

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 8, 2003

Continuing in our series on the ASSURANCE OF SALVATION, one of the evidences that you are a true Christian is that the believer will understand the truth and identify error.

“BLESSED ASSURANCE” – Evidence #6 “Understanding The Truth” 1 John 2:18-27, 4:1-6 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our series on EVIDENCES of salvation that give us the ASSURANCE of salvation. You can’t base your ASSURANCE of salvation on a PAST experience … it may have been COUNTERFEIT. We are to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27, 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Peter - Man Of Bold And Courageous Faith

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 13, 2003

In the lives of the Apostles we see them going thorugh some of the same challenges and experiences we go thorugh. Simon Peter denied Jesus before Pentecost but after Pentecost he demonstrated the power of the risen Lord in his life and witness.

Peter – Man of Bold & Courageous Faith John 1:35-42 As we study the life and ministry of the 12 Apostles we see how extra ordinary they are and at the same time how ordinary they are. The twelve Apostles came from various backgrounds. Most were blue color workers laboring as fishermen (James, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Free Methodist

Blessed Assurance - Evidence #7 Series

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 14, 2003

Continuing in our series on the EVIDENCES that give you the ASSURANCE of your salvation ... The TRUE Christian will strive to be more Christ-like in their daily living, and not practice sin.

“BLESSED ASSURANCE” – Evidence #7 – “The Practice Of Righteousness” 1 John 2:28-3:10 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our series on EVIDENCES of salvation that give us the ASSURANCE of salvation. You can’t base your ASSURANCE of salvation on a PAST experience … it may have been COUNTERFEIT. We are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Ain't God Good!

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 14, 2003

God sets the standard for GOODNESS ... He turns badness into GOODNESS. It’s God’s nature to be good. We can trust in the GOODNESS of God.

“Ain’t God Good!” INTRODUCTION: God is good … AMEN? I learned this from childhood. 1.- When I was just a child, my mother taught me a prayer to say at mealtime: “God is great, God is GOOD, let us thank Him for our food. By His hands we all are fed. Give us Lord, our daily bread. Amen.” 2.- ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Matthew 19:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

James - Apostle Of Passion

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 28, 2003

In serving the Lord you can either look at what you are doing as a ministry or a job. When ministry becomes a job you lose the passion God wants you to possess.

James – Apostle of Passion Luke 9:51-56 In serving the Lord you can either look at what you are doing as a ministry or a job. When ministry becomes a job you lose the passion that God wants you to possess. My first ministry assignment as full-time pastor was in Kansas City, Kansas. I was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-56

Denomination: Free Methodist

Blessed Assurance - Evidence #8 Series

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 29, 2003

Continuing in our series on the EVIDENCES that give you the ASSURANCE of salvation ... Opposition from the world is evidence of salvation.

BLESSED ASSURANCE – Evidence #8 “Opposition From The World” 1 John 3:11-13 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our SERIES on the EVIDENCES that can give us the ASSURANCE of our salvation. We have seen, so far: EVIDENCE #1 – A TRUE Christian will have a relationship with Jesus. EVIDENCE #2 – A TRUE ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Assurance - Evidence #9 Series

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 29, 2003

Continuing in our series on EVIDENCES that give you th ASSURANCE of salvation ... Access to the Throne Room of God in prayer gives assurance of salvation.

BLESSED ASSURANCE - Evidence #9 – “Our Prayer Life” – 1 John 3:19-24 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our SERIES on EVIDENCE that gives us the ASSURANCE of our salvation. So far, we have seen: EVIDENCE #1 – A TRUE Christian will desire a relationship with Jesus. EVIDENCE #2 – A TRUE Christian will ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

"What If ...?"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 31, 2003

Asking "What if ...?" brings a lot of worry into our life. Instead, ask "Who now?". King Jehoshaphat found the key to giving the battle over to God.

“What If ….?” 2 Chronicles 20:1-30 INTRODUCTION: NOTICE the TITLE of the message this morning. We say this a lot, don’t we? “What if …?” causes a lot of NEEDLESS worry in our lives. I’m guilty of doing this, as I’m sure a lot of you are. We hear it a lot: On September 11, 2001, I received a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

"How To Handle Failure"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 6, 2003

How a person handles failure can mean the difference between living a life of victory or living a life filled with bitterness, hostility and anger.

The Apostle Paul -How to Handle Failure- 2 Cor. 4:7-9 2 Cor. 11:24-30 Introduction How a person handles failure can mean the difference between living a life of victory or living a life filled with bitterness, hostility and anger. In the first church I served as pastor in Kansas City I got ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-9, 2 Corinthians 11:24-30

Denomination: Free Methodist

Being Optimistic In A Pessimistic World

Contributed by Ray Scott on Aug 7, 2003

We live in a negative world. The Bible is full of positives. In the parable of the Prodigal Son & the Elder Brother, we see both optimism & pessimism.

“Being Optimistic In A Pessimistic World” INTRODUCTION: There are many books on POSITIVE THINKING. The book “The Power Of Positive Thinking” by Norman Vincent Peale was required reading when I was a student at Trinity College. There are all kinds of “helps” out there to help us maintain a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist