Sermons on Receiving:

Send Lazarus To My Father's House Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Oct 2, 2004

Second in a two-part series on the Rich Man and Lazarus, this sermon looks at repentance leading to salvation and as a vital attitude for receiving Holy Communion.

SEND LAZARUS TO MY FATHER’S HOUSE—LUKE 16:19-31 It appears to be a very simply request, “Then I beg you Father, send Lazarus to my Father’s House, for I have five brothers. Let him warn them, so that they will not also come to this place of torment.” Having realized too late that his destiny ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

Four Keys To Being Rewarded By Christ

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 1, 2006

This message concentrates on the fact that not everyone receives rewards from Christ and four of the things we need to be doing to make sure that we do.

BIG POINT: “Not everyone is rewarded by Christ.” - vv. 24a, 27b. - v. 24a makes it clear that being in the race does not mean you win a prize (although I think the analogy breaks down at the idea that only one person could win a prize). - v. 27b is talking about being disqualified for a prize, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

How Church Is Done 3

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 26, 2006

Our joy in God’s grace and peace must translate into real life, a life worthy of the calling which we have received.

How Church is Done 3: Growth via Small Groups Let me give a quick overview so far in our message series on Ephesians. Eph 1-3 paints a picture of how God is running the show with all his love. The universe has meaning and purpose and God is in the middle of it. Yes the world we live in is dark but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Risen With Christ Series

Contributed by William Morris on Feb 6, 2003

The seventh message in a nine part series from Colossians. This message deals with Christ’s resurrection and the power we received from it.

Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Colossians 3:1-4 Title: Risen With Christ Date: August 18, 2002 Introduction: “If” is the biggest little word in the world. The “if” of our test determines heaven or hell. The “if” of our text demands that believers walk their talk. Paul tells us here that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism In The Holy Spirit, It's Time

Contributed by Bryan Strickland on Dec 4, 2004

We need to hear Jesus speak to us today as He says, "you shall be baptized.....and you shall receive power!"

BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT -- IT’S TIME Pastor Bryan Strickland ACTS 1:4-8 INTRODUCTION Before Jesus left the earth, before He ascended bodily into the heavens, Jesus instructed His disciples, He instructed the believers, to tarry, or to wait in Jerusalem until they had been endued, with power. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Church Of God

When Over To The Other Side!

Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 10, 2005

This is a reminder to a born again christian who have received a wonderful breakthrough that all victories are for a divine purpose.All we achieve is for a purpose!

“1And they came over unto the other side of the sea, into the country of the Gadarenes.2And when he was come out of the ship, immediately there met him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit,3Who had his dwelling among the tombs; and no man could bind him, no, not with chains:4Because that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Redemptive Names Of Jehovah

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 15, 2005

God showed himself in many ways in the Old Testament. We will look at the names God was given and how he received those names.

Psalm 83:18That men may know that thou, whose name alone is JEHOVAH, art the most high over all the earth. 1. Jehovah El’ohim. “Self-Existent, Eternal Creator” · In Genesis we see Him take a world that was in chaos: · With out form, dark, void. · And turn it into something beautiful. He was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 83:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Look What The Lord Has Done

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 27, 2003

The benefits that we receive from being justified are many. When we stop to consider them the only natural response is to worship God.

September 28, 2003 Morning Worship Text: Romans 5:1-11 Subject: The Effects of Justification Title: Look What the Lord Has Done I went to apply for a job one time. It was a job that I knew I was not qualified for. It was a good job that I did not deserve. But because I knew someone, who put in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living As Citizens Of A New Kingdom Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on May 19, 2008

Our response to the grace we have received through the risen Christ, new birth and living hope of eternal life, is holy living.

Last week on Easter Sunday we focused on the resurrection of Jesus. We looked at how the resurrection of Jesus changed everything. People who encountered the resurrected Jesus were completely changed. One disciple in particular, Simon Peter, had abandoned Jesus in his hour of need, along with ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Fresh Anointing

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 28, 2009

God has great things in store if we would just believe and open our eyes and hearts to receive them from Him.

Fresh Anointing Forget the former things; do now dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Not it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland. Isaiah 43:18-19  We are in a time where God is setting the church up for the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Coming Clean For Christ

Contributed by Robert Drake on Feb 21, 2009

If the LMPD received orders from the Supreme Court to arrest all Christians, would they find enough evidence to convict you of being a Christian?

Coming Clean for Christ - 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 If the LMPD received orders from the Supreme Court to arrest all Christians, would they find enough evidence to convict you of being a Christian? There’s an old Gospel song by Grammy Award Winner Larnell Harris that asks the question, “Would they find ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

"How To Pray" Series

Contributed by Greg Bond on Dec 28, 2009

A simple study on the basic elements of prayer, including - A weapon, Movement, Communication (Giving), Communication (Receiving), Action - suitable for the new or advanced Christian.

5 Weeks of Prayer - Week One - Lesson One Super Power through Super Prayer When you were young, did you ever tie a towel around your neck, or have your mom make you a cape and then go running around the house screaming at the top of your lungs, jumping on and over furniture, throwing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Getting The House Ready Part 1 Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on Nov 8, 2008

In this introduction to the series "Welcome Home" Pastor Terry encourages the Church to stand ready to receive "all who will come in" to the Body of Christ.

When the Father ordered things ready for a welcome home party, one thing was left out…. Preparing emotionally. • Not told how the servants responded • No question of the brother’s response. • He began to pout • He wouldn’t come into the house • Satan wants to get us away from the rest of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:20-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Standing Strong In The Face Of Uncertainty Series

Contributed by Michael Carbaugh on May 3, 2009

In the face of uncertainty, Daniel remembers three truths that allow his faith to stand strong which leads to God receiving great praise.

One thing is certain…nothing ever stays the same. I was on facebook this past week and I was noticing the updates posted by a friend with whom I went to college. She now lives in Maine and she posted the comment…the sun is out. A few minutes later she posted another comment that said…the sun ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Baptist

Growing As Christians

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Oct 3, 2009

Are you a Christian? Have you received his salvation Will you persevere And are you convinced that you need the word of God in your life

The secret club • Little Raskels “He man women haters club • Adult Clubs – Masons • These clubs just wont let you in on what is happening inside It seems like in life churches tend to do this also • We don’t let the outside world know the secrets of Christianity • Members of our churches act in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Christian Church