Sermons on Recognising:

Moses Still Asks God’s Name

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 9, 2024

When God reveals His name, he gives the power and authority that comes with that name. Moses was telling to God that - knowing God as God of their forefathers is not sufficient to deliver them out of Egypt.

Moreover He said, “I am the God of your father—the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” Exodus 3:6 Then Moses said to God, “Indeed, when I come to the children of Israel and say to them, ‘The God of your fathers has sent me to you,’ and they say to me, ‘What is His name?’ what ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:6

Problem Analysis

Contributed by Michael Raisbeck on Aug 28, 2003

Life is full of problems to solve; this is an introduction to an approach which may be helpful.

In previous messages I touched upon a process called KT Decision Analysis. There is also a related process called KT Problem Analysis. This process is used to solve problems in industry and the originators of the approach Charles H. Kepner and Benjamin B. Tregoe recognised that problem solving must ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-11, 1 Samuel 17:1-54

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What We Are In Christ

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jul 29, 2006

Revealing a wonderful progression from one who is a disciple, through to one who puts into action what he is taught, so developing a close relationship with his Master as a loving friend, and being honoured by being accepted as part of the family

WHAT WE ARE IN CHRIST AS SEEN IN JOHN’S GOSPEL I A DISCIPLE John 8:31 31 So Jesus said to those Jews who had believed in Him, If you abide in My word [hold fast to My teachings and live in accordance with them], you are truly My disciples. [AMP] Disciple: Mayhthv - mathetes - math-ay-tes’; a ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Graeme Lamb on Jun 15, 2006

The parable of the sower and the mustard seed from Mark’s gospel, and what they reveal to us about God’s kingdom and God’s world

Becoming a father for the third time over the last couple of months has reminded me again of the wonder of creation. Throughout the natural world, in humanity and in animals and plant life, the same story can be seen – of amazing growth and beauty coming out of something that begins so small. This ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

God Is With Us Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Dec 23, 2007

A sermon for Christmas to highlight the fact that God became flesh and is with us

For many years Andrew and Susan had an artificial tree. However this year they decided to get the real thing, so the smell of Christmas could flow throughout their house and they could for once have the real thing. So early in December they approached some locals who told them where they could find ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Diamond Wedding Anniversary

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 16, 2005

Reflections on George and Elsie Walton’s 60 years of marriage

Elsie and George’s Diamond Wedding George and Elsie have come here today to give thanks to God for their togetherness that began with their marriage 60 years ago on 22nd December 1945. They met at a dance in 1942. I am told Elsie was a good dancer - which explains why she’s been leading us on a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Anglican

Test 3-4 Of 9: Prophecy Must Glorify Jesus/Prophets-Known By Their Fruit Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Nov 29, 2004

"The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy" (Rev 19:10). A true prophet will be known by the fruit of the holy spirit in his/her character and conduct (Matt 7:16)

Series: How To Judge Prophecy TEST 3 - ALL TRUE PROPHECY CENTRES IN JESUS CHRIST, AND EXALTS AND GLORIFIES HIM. A) In John 16.13-14 Jesus says: "When he, the Spirit of truth, is come ... he shall glorify me, for he shall receive of mine, and shall show it unto you." The primary ministry of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Charismatic

Grieving The Holy Spirit

Contributed by D Dimedio on Nov 11, 2004

What it means and what the effects of grieving the Holy Spirit.

There are some amazing truths contained in the NT concerning the person of the Spirit of God. I am afraid that because He is unseen, He is so often overlooked. Yet He is so frequently mentioned and given such prominence, that we overlook Him at our own demise. In our text we are given a command ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:30

Denomination: Baptist

Nimrod

Contributed by David Parsons on Jan 5, 2005

A character who made a great temporary impact but no lasting impression.

Sermon. HRB. 6:30pm. 09:01:05. Nimrod. Reading: Genesis 10:7-12. Introduction / illustration. *** John Logie Baird / not too many people would recognise the name of the man whose work has had as much impact on the world as anyone in the last eighty years. John ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 10:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Is The Saviour Of All Who Confess And Believe Series

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 17, 2008

Christ is the Word whom only God can send and apply

Christ is the Word whom only God can send and apply (6-8) Read Deuteronomy 30:1-14 (focusing on last four verses), the passage Paul is citing. The point of both passages is that the word of God is not difficult to grasp, or arcane or obscure in some mystical way. God has graciously made it ‘near’ ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry Builder V Ministry Blockers Pt 1 Foundation Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 21, 2008

Get the foundation and we can all be different You can also listen to this message at www.preaching.co.nr (March 2008)

Ministry Builders & Ministry Blockers pt 1 Before we can build, need something to build upon, a foundation, no foundation it all folly 100% certain to fall down. 1. No other Foundation for US to build our Life, Future, home, family, Church Upon other than Jesus ……1Cor 310By the grace God has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mending The Mind Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 25, 2008

Transformed to transform you can also listen at www.preaching.co.nr

WATCH YOUR THOUGHTS Watch your thoughts, Keep them strong; High resolve thinks no wrong Watch your thoughts, Keep them clean; Perfect love casts out fear. Watch your thoughts, Keep them right; Faith and wisdom give you light Watch your thoughts, Keep them true; Look to God, He’ll govern you. THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Hall Of Faith

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 27, 2013

Running the race with the heroes of the faith, with our eyes fixed on Jesus.

THE HALL OF FAITH. Hebrews 11:29-12:2. 1. In the earlier verses of Hebrews 11, the ‘Hall of Faith’ (as I have called it) spoke of faithful individuals, ranging from Abel through Abraham to Moses. Now we have a shift to the plural, emphasising the collective faith of all involved. “By faith THEY ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:29-40, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Covenant For The Nations

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 21, 2015

The covenant established with Abraham is not just about the land, or circumcision - but it is also about God's plan of redemption for the nations, via the cross of Jesus.

A COVENANT FOR THE NATIONS. Genesis 17:1-7; Genesis 17:15-16. Abram was ninety-nine years old. Ishmael, his son by his wife’s slave girl Hagar, was thirteen. Now, after a long silence, the LORD spoke anew to Abram. When we try to work out God’s purposes on our own strength, as Abram and Sarai ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-7, Genesis 17:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Degrees Of Faith And Refusal To Believe

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 28, 2013

Great faith, little faith, and no faith - which is yours?

DEGREES OF FAITH, AND THE REFUSAL TO BELIEVE. Matthew 8. I. The proactive faith of the leper (Matthew 8:2-4). (Matthew 8:2) Behold! The untouchable comes away from the margins of society, and worships the Lord. The leper has faith in Jesus’ ability to heal him, and submits to His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational