Sermons on Receiving The Word:

The "S" Word

Contributed by Peter Thelander on Oct 31, 2001

A look at examples of stewardship in the Gospel of John.

Introduction · So what is the “S” word? · Hint – it’s a topic that is frequently avoided in polite Christian circles. One that we don’t like to discuss. One that we should talk about more that we do. · Sin? Good guess. It comes close, but not quite. · Sex? We could hear more good teaching on this ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13, John 12:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Words And Wonders

Contributed by Joe Durai on Nov 13, 2001

Words produce wonders or horrors!

WORDS AND WONDERS Words are powerful. They are spirit carriers. Out of the spiritual comes the natural; for out of the unseen comes the things that are seen. Men and matters are moved and molded by spirits. God could have brought forth the world with His thoughts. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:36

Denomination: Apostolic

Life In The Word Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 23, 2002

There is life in God’s word.

Introduction A. The Barna research group did a survey that shows that only 18% of "Born-Again" Christians read the Bible everyday. Even worse, only 23% read it at all (Whitney, 32). B. We cannot grow as Christians without a daily dose of God’s word. Paul gives us five reasons why we should read ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

"And These Words" Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 28, 2002

We can memorize the words to a silly song, but we cannot memorize the Word of God.

“AND THESE WORDS…” Text: Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Introduction A. Read Dt. 6:4-9 B. Illustration: Recite the words to “The Ballad of Jed Clampet.” C. Why is it that we can memorize the words to something as insignificant as “The Ballad of Jed Clampet,” but we cannot memorize the Word of God? D. “Many ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-9

Denomination: Methodist

At The Word Of Christ

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

Jesus and the fisherman: A study on Obedience

I. The Failure of the Fishermen (verses 1-5; note 3 things) A. They experienced failure despite honest endeavor. 1. These were skilled fishermen (not hobby; trained). 2. They had had success in the past. 3. They were fishing in familiar waters. 4. They had been working hard . . . all night B. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Power Of Words

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001

STICKS AND STONES CAN HURT MY BONES, AND WORDS ARE JUST AS HURTFUL

POWER OF WORDS! MT 12:31-37 JAMES 3:10 INTRODUCTION: STORY OF A PASTOR WHO WAS BUILDING A TRELLIS FOR HIS ROSES. YOUNG BOY WATCHING “JUST WANTED TO KNOW WHAT A PREACHER SAYS WHEN HE HITS HIS THUMB WITH A HAMMER. A). WHETHER A PREACHER, OR NOT, ...read more

Scripture: James 3:10, Matthew 12:31-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seven Words

Contributed by Ingimar Deridder on Mar 6, 2001

Last Seven Words from the Cross

At the Cross I saw the small wooden cross on the side of the highway. Then I saw another. About fifty miles later there was another. What did they mean? I was told that they marked the spot of some awful accident and were a reminder of someone who had lost their life. There is another cross ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-46, John 19:26-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The World Of Words

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 27, 2003

A sermon for the 4th Sunday after the Epiphany Jesus casting out of an unclean spirit and teaching with authority

4th Sunday after the Epiphany Mark 1:21-28 "’The World of Words" 21 And they went into Capernaum; and immediately on the sabbath he entered the synagogue and taught. 22 And they were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one who had authority, and not as the scribes. 23 ¶ And ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Walking On The Word! Series

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 3, 2003

Peter did the impossible because of the WORD spoken by Christ to him.

Pleasant Hill Baptist Church of Quitman MS Pastor Michael DePhillips www.forministry.com/39355PHBC Peter didn’t walk on water but walked on the WORD! Matthew 14:22-31 And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:23-31, Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Word Power

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 15, 2002

one of a series on Acts

I have made a lot of mistakes in my life. Some of them are real dandies. I was calling on a family with a dog that was wheezing in the corner. I ignored it for a while and then said, "If that was my dog I’d have it put to sleep". Somehow the family, who loved that old dog, didn’t see things the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hearing The Word

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 25, 2002

How we hear what God is saying is of the utmost importance.

• Doctor told my parents, "He is not hard of hearing, he just isn’t listening". • It took me a long time to learn that the best part of a conversation is listening. • Some people seem to prosper in the things of God and others don’t. • The paradox is that God wants ALL of His people to succeed in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Living Word Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 24, 2001

Jesus is the foundation of fellowship in the body of Christ

THE LIVING WORD - 1 JOHN 1:1-4  Book of 1 John: Theme of book centers around FELLOWSHIP. What is necessary for believers to have real fellowship with one another?. It is more than shaking hands or coffee and donuts. It is a much much deeper word. 1) John writes to warn of things that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

The Word Of God

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Sep 23, 2002

Jesus said that the field was the world and that the seed was the Word of God. It is our responsibility to distribute the Word of God to those who have never heard it.

The Word of God HHM Pastor Jim Parisi 9/22/02 Psalm 119:89-96 89 Forever, O Lord, Your word is settled in heaven. 90 Your faithfulness endures to all generations; You established the earth, and it abides. 91 They continue this day according to Your ordinances, For all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word Of The Cross

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 26, 2002

There is soul saving power in the message of the cross.

THE WORD OF THE CROSS I Cor. 1:17-18 INTRO. "preaching" = word (logos) See John 1:1; explain - What is the significance of a word? Words without proper definitions are just so much useless babble. It is not the word itself that carries power, but rather the meaning of that word. God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Words Hurt! Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005

What to do when we face verbal opposition.

Intro: In a group of three or four, brainstorm and make a list on the back of your outline of the meanest things you have heard said. After a couple minutes, have them share what they came up with. Make a list on the white board. A popular phrase that was said all the time when I was growing up ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational