Sermons on Receiving Advice:

David, A Man After God's Blessing

Contributed by Russ Cochran on Dec 10, 2003

David had to make a decision to go after the presence of the Lord and receive His Blessing.

David, A man after God’s Blessing 2 Samuel 6:12-23 I.David Wanted God’s blessing. 1.David wanted the presence of God. 6:2 a)The Ark was symbolic of God’s presence. b)It contained important contents of the faith. A gold pot that had manna in it, Aaron’s rod that had budded, and the tables of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:12-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is The Lord God ?

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jul 17, 2005

Sermon based on the question asked by Elisha the prophet after Elijah was received up into heaven.

Where Is The Lord God ? 2 Kings 2:1-15 The name "Elijah" means "Yah is God" Elijah was one of the greatest prophets of all times. He was a man who possessed the power of God, preached the word of God without compromise, and a mighty man of prayer ! Tonight I want us to look ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

In The Knowledge Of God

Contributed by Mark Baker on Sep 19, 2005

Grace is given to us to fulfill Gods will when we receive revelation knowledge of Him.

2 Peter 1:2 Grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord, 3. as His divine power has given to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him who called us by glory and virtue, 4. by which have been given to us exceedingly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overview Of Joshua Series

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Jul 30, 2002

Walking in Newness of life? Is it rules, or relationship, list or life, acheiving or receiving? Striving or Ariving?

Joshua: where the Promise became a Reality A new series at Midway Community Church Nov. 28th 1999 Overview and Introduction: In Romans 5:5-6 we read…’raised to walk in a newness of life’. What does this mean? Does it mean a believer has an improved life? Could it mean this newness of life is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:3, Romans 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

A Kingdom Of The Receptive

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 9, 2001

The parable of the sower shows us how we are to receive the good news of Jesus Christ

A Kingdom of the Receptive Matthew 13.1-17 September 14, 1997 Morning Service Introduction I. Ben Franklin’s Field of Plaster: Ben Franklin was known for his outrageous experiments, one such experiment revealed that plaster could be sown with crops to help them grow, when he shared his discovery ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Mercy: God's Greatest Blessing

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Mar 12, 2002

Let us build a bridge of mercy and extend the mercy we have received to the guilty.

Mercy. The gift given to the guilty. Mercy is a word you will hear used in the legal system. After the conviction has been made, the jury has unanimously declared your guilt, and the sentence is about to be handed down, MERCY is begged for. Your advocate may say, “We would like to throw ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Church Of God

You Are A Leader To Victory

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001

This sermon was preached on our Victory Sunday to receive our pledges for our new building.

You’re A Leader To Victory 12/3/2000 Joshua 1:1-5 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Today is Victory Sunday in our New Life Campaign. Victory not in the sense that the battle is over, but now it’s time to stop talking about what we’re going to do and actually start to do it. Our First Fruit Offering is ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ample Supply

Contributed by Tom Rhodes on Jun 1, 2001

When you go to a Pentecostal Church you should expect to receive a Pentecostal experience.

Philippians 4:19 But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. 1. Taco Bell had no hard taco shells to make their promotional Cheesy Gordita Crunch for two Sundays in a row. That really upset me as I was craving a taco. 2. If you go into a Taco Bell, you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19, Philippians 1:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Have What You Say

Contributed by John Miller on Nov 20, 2002

You can receive good things from God if you speak it out in faith

YOU HAVE WHAT YOU SAY Read: Mark 11:12-14 & 20-26 INTRODUCTION When I was growing up I remember a phrase that was said quite often and that was “sticks and stones can break my bones but names will never hurt me.” I thought that was true at the time, but have now discovered that it isn’t. Oh ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-14, Mark 11:20-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Some See, Some Don't

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Dec 28, 2002

Simeon shows us what it means to wait upon the Lord and receive him personally

The cultural celebration of Christmas has come and gone. Gifts are unwrapped and Santa is back in the North Pole! Soon the decorations will come down and be put away for next year. You gave gifts and you received gifts – for some, this was Christmas. Others enjoyed a family ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Anglican

The Offer Of A Lifetime

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jun 11, 2007

The widow of Zarephath received a lifetime of grace from God, as offered to her by the prophet Elijah.

The Offer of a Lifetime I Kings 17:8-16 June 10, 2007 There was this fellow who was downtown to do some business. He was only in the building for a few minutes. When he came out he saw a police officer writing a parking ticket. He approached the officer and said, “Come on, how about giving a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Methodist

Amazed By Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 10, 2008

The truth about Jesus will have a powerful effect on those who receive it and live it.

Amazed by Grace Acts 8:9-13 Intro: These Samaritans had been amazed and seduced by magic and sorcery for a long time and had become addicted to Simon and his deception. However, they were even more amazed by the straightforward truth of the good news, and they believed on Jesus. Simon himself ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Growing In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 10, 2008

Every person who receives Jesus as their forgiver and leader needs to keep on growing in their faith.

Growing in Christ Acts 9:20-31 Intro: Saul had repented of his former way of living and had put his trust in Jesus. He had been forgiven for all of his sins, and had invited the Lord to be the leader of his life. Now what did that look like in Saul’s life? Did it make any difference in what he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:20-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Handle Criticism

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 1, 2007

The Bible tells us how to handle the criticism that we receive from other people.

MATTHEW 5:11-12 “HOW TO HANDLE CRITICISM” A) Criticism has had as much adverse effect on the body of Christ as anything that has ever come up against it! * Someone has said, “Christianity is the only army that shoots their own wounded.” * We have far too many in the body of Christ that the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing The Way For The Lord Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Dec 31, 2007

People are best prepared to receive Jesus when His servants are helping them to prepare

Last month, we paused to honor our graduates here. For each one of those young men and women, there are some stories of moms and dads giving each other high fives, lots of smiles, lots of sharing of joy. A lot of teachers had a hand in that diploma. We have many of you in our congregation. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ