Sermons on Reach To Others In Pain:

When The Water Gets In The Ship Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 5, 2007

As longs as the ship is in the water everythings is alright when the water gets in the ship there is a big problem

WHEN THE WATER GETS IN THE SHIP 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 Bro. Rodney A. Fry Introduction A. Here is an old saying, “As long as the ship is in the water, every thing is alright. When the water gets in the ship, there is big trouble. “ B. We might say, “the church must be in the world until Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of A Forgiving Church

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 12, 2007

This is a very short but powerful message about a church practicing forgiveness. A church that can not forgive cant grow.

The Power of a Forgiving Church Acts 2:14/Matthew 18:15-17/Mark 11:25/Ephesians 4:30-32 Intro: Look at a United Church They were all of one accord (Acts 1:14) They were praying together in one place (Acts 2:1) They were of one heart and soul (Acts 4:32) This church Had Many Potential ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Principles Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 30, 2004

Learning to forgive

THE PRINCIPLES OF FORGIVENESS LUKE 11:4 I. INTRODUCTION WE LIVE IN A SOCIETY THAT REQUIRES US TO LIVE BY CERTAIN PRINCIPLES. PRINCIPLES ARE PUT INTO PLACE IN ORDER THAT STANDARDS AND RULES MAY BE MAINTAINED. HOWEVER, MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS I HAVE DISCOVERED THAT SOMETIMES THE PRINCIPLES ARE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:4

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005

The need for forgiveness

Intro: We talked last week about Colossians 3:1 - setting our minds on heavenly things. Yet, so often we focus on things on the earth. We are slow to do that which we know is right. One of the areas we struggle is in the area of offering forgiveness. Is there anyone you hold a grudge ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

¿estás Tú En Lugar De Dios? Series

Contributed by Jose Vega on Dec 10, 2006

El corazón del hombre puede estar cargado con un veneno mortal, la raíz de amargura. La palabra nos invita a erradicar eso de nuestras vidas.

Tema: Perdonar a otros Lugar: IBD Texto: Efesios 4:30-32 Fecha:03-19-2006 Título: ¿Estás tú en lugar de Dios? INTRODUCCIÓN • Leer Efesios 4:30-32 • Efesios 4:30-3230 Y no contristéis al Espíritu Santo de Dios, con el cual fuisteis sellados para el día de la redención. 31 Quítense de ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:30-32

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness

Contributed by Michael Durst on Dec 13, 2006

A holistic examination of forgiveness and three areas where it is essential in our lives: God’s forgiveness of us, our forgiveness of others, and the importance of forgiving ourselves.

I normally like to begin my sermons with a good story to grab your attention. Recently that has meant sharing some story from my childhood that we all laugh at. I do want to tell you a story today, but in my opinion it isn’t very funny. It begins on October the 10th, just shy of a month ago. My ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-14

Denomination: Holiness

Having Charity

Contributed by James Powell on Dec 22, 2006

Paul’s Description of having Charity

Richard GarlikovThe Meaning of Love offers and explains a definition of love in a way that is interesting, intense, clear, logical, and meaningful. All relationships --love, infatuation, friendship, dating, marriage, family, community, and professional-- involve three key elements: Emotions --how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Holiness

Do You Know God? Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Sep 10, 2007

The contrast between God’s love for us and the hypocrisy of the religious leaders. a grave warning against syncretism and coming judgment.

Hosea 3.1-4.12 How well do you know God? I remember seeing a programme on television once where an old man through tear stained eyes spoke of his love for his wife. What became apparent over time was that she had left him on many occasions and led a quite decadent and immoral life. Yet each time ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Pardon Une Clé Double

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Sep 24, 2007

A peu près tous les problèmes émotionnels et le stress sont le résultat de conflits qui n’ont pas été réglés, de l’incapacité à établir de bonnes relations avec les autres, ou avec Dieu. Et c’est pourquoi un grand nombre de personnes ressentent un profond

LE PARDON Introduction (10 min) A peu près tous les problèmes émotionnels et le stress sont le résultat de conflits qui n’ont pas été réglés, de l’incapacité à établir de bonnes relations avec les autres, ou avec Dieu. Et c’est pourquoi un grand nombre de personnes ressentent un profond besoin de ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Saints Disagree Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Oct 3, 2007

Disagreements among believers don’t have to wreak the church.

WHEN SAINTS DISAGREE Acts 15:1-2, 36-41, 28-30 (adapted from a message from Steven Shepherd Church of Christ (When Christians Disagree) This title came from a sermon booklet by Dr John R. Church.) INTRO.- Do people ever disagree? Do Christians ever disagree? What a question! Of course, they do. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-41

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Doug Morrell on Apr 12, 2005

We ask God to forgive us, but we often times withhold forgiveness from others. Yet, Lord Jesus issues a startling warning in Matthew 6:15: “But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.”

We ask God to forgive us, but we often times withhold forgiveness from others. Yet, Lord Jesus issues a startling warning in Matthew 6:15: “But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.” Jesus desires mercy, not sacrifice (1 Samuel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jonah And The Whale Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jun 22, 2007

Despite his tendency to do all those human things—to run away, to try to avoid responsibility—eventually he gets a new life.

Read Jonah 1:1-17; 2:1, 9-10 from "The Message" God says GO! Jonah says NO! God sends a storm to remind Jonah who is in charge. Jonah is thrown overboard by the others on the ship. Jonah makes the choice to keep trying to run from God. And you know what happens when Jonah is thrown ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Solid Help For Solving Problems

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 25, 2007

5 helps for solving family problems

Solid Help for Solving Problems Philippians 4:1-9 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 24, 2007 *Sooner or later, every family will face problems. In this season of church camps, let me tell you about an 8-year-old boy who went to camp some years ago. This was before the days of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Man Who Would Not Forgive

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jun 29, 2007

Examining the life of Ahithophel and what happened when he refused to forgive David

Notice four things about Ahithophel’s life and his unforgiving spirit... 1. His GREATNESS (16:23) A. He was great because of his position. 1 Chronicles 27:33 Psalm 41:9 Psalm 55:12-14 B. He was great because of his posterity. Son: Eliam (one of David’s mighty men) Granddaughter: Bathsheba (future ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

317 - Ten Commandments For Peacemakers Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Feb 26, 2005

1. What does peace produce? 2. Can I live in peace with everyone? 3. How can I “make every effort to live in peace”? 10 Christ Commandments

Sermon Study #317 – TEN COMMANDMENTS FOR PEACEMAKERS Illus. Poem: I dreamed death came the other night And heaven’s gate swung wide. With kindly grace an angel fair Ushered me inside. And there, to my astonishment Stood folks I’d known on earth. Some I’d judged and labeled as “Unfit”, “Of little ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-37

Denomination: Baptist