Sermons on Recovery From Addiction:

Lot: From Sodom To Salt Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 10, 2008

The story of Lot is arresting. When his name is mentioned, we immediately think of his wife – the pillar of salt. This story could have been quite different. The writer of the epistle of Peter designates Lot as a righteous man. No Old Testament chara

Lot: From Sodom to Salt Sermon Series: Personalities from the Past that Speak to the Present Genesis 13:12 2 Peter 2:4-10 Intro The story of Lot is arresting. When his name is mentioned, we immediately think of his wife – the pillar of salt. This story could have been quite different. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Risks Of Running From God

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 11, 2008

People of God should be aware of the risks when we resist the will of God.

The Risks of Running from God Jonah 1:1-16 ILLUSTRATION Once an atheist asked a Christian lady if she believed the Bible was true. “Yes,” said the lady. “Then.” Said the atheist, “tell me how a whale swallowed Jonah, as a whale’s stomach is no bigger than a man’s head.” “I don’t know,” ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Growing From Glory To Glory

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 13, 2008

As you reflect the image of Jesus Christ you in return are showing Him living through you. There isn’t a clearer picture of Christ than you!

Another Level Text: II Corinthians 3:18 But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord. John Wesley said, “What a beautiful contrast is here! Moses saw the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus: The Man From Nowhere Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 23, 2004

Jesus springs on the scene with no pedigree, no history, and only a strange man to vouch for him. And yet people were instantly drawn to Him - why?

For more Bible Studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Jesus: The Man From Nowhere Mark 1:1-45 Pastor Tom Fuller Mark is Peter’s gospel. We get that from a quote written just after the turn of the century. The early church historian Eusebius quotes from Papias, Bishop of Hierapolis: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-45

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Saved From The Coming Wrath Series

Contributed by David Welch on Sep 8, 2004

Part 14 of the Romans series dealing with God’s ultimate judgment and demonstration of wrath against those who reject His Son.

Chico Alliance Church September 2, 2001 Pastor David Welch “Saved from the Coming Wrath” Romans 5:9 Review In this letter Paul answers the question, “How can a sinful man be reconciled with a holy God? It also answers a similar question, “How can the offender escape the wrath of the offended.” God ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Thomas: From Doubt To Destiny Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Sep 19, 2004

Remove your doubts and reclaim your destiny.

The 12 Apostles Week 7 – Thomas Dr. Rik B. Wadge, Ph.D. "From Doubt to Destiny" Preparatory Introduction: Joel Olsteen’s declaration “This is my bible... I am what it says I am... I have what it says I have... I can do what it says I can do... Today I will be taught the Word of God... I boldly ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Bible Church

Jonah Running From God Series

Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 23, 2004

Sermon 1 of 4 in a series on Jonah and God

Introduction: 1. I will admit that I’ve been looking forward to preaching this series of messages from the book of Jonah since I first came up with the idea in my sermon thinking last year. 2. Jonah is one of those books in the Bible that never fails to fascinate people. Perhaps it’s the idea of a ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Lot's Choice

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

There are some lessons from Lot’s choice that we can apply into our daily living.

The choice of Lot: I. The Excellence of Lot’s Choice 1. Beautiful land 2. Productive 3. Suggestive - luxurant plains of Egypt II.The Drawbacks of Lot’s Choice 1. Bad neighbors 2. Moral contamination 3. Bitter sorrow III. The Sinfulness of Lot’s Choice 1. Avaricious in its origin 2. Selfish in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forgiveness Comes From The Heart

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 27, 2004

PENTECOST 17(A) - Forgivness comes from the heart: from the heart of our Lord and from the hearts of believers.

FORGIVENESS COMES FROM THE HEART MATTHEW 18:21-35 - September 26,2004 - Pentecost 17 MATTHEW 18:21-35 21Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, "Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?" 22Jesus answered, "I tell you, not seven times, but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Esther: From Sorrow To Joy Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 4, 2004

Four lessons about God

Esther 9:1-10:3 From Sorrow to Joy Woodlawn Baptist Church October 3, 2004 Introduction There is a holiday that is celebrated in our world today that is characterized by great joy and celebration, a festival rich with spiritual meaning, rest from work, feasting, exchanging gifts, and giving to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Freedom From The Guilt Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Oct 13, 2004

Satan uses guilt so many times to hold us back from experiencing God’s ultimate purposes for us, so we need to break through the guilt and that is accomplished through confession.

Finding Freedom from Guilt! Boy and Grandma’s duck Satan’s weapon of guilt on the growing Christian One Christian discipline provides freedom from guilt Confession 4 Preachers Fellowship of saints, not sinners 3 Essentials to Confession: An examination of conscience Open to the gaze of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surviving Hurts From Others Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 18, 2004

6th in a 6 part series on surviving stress. This series uses the popular "Survivor" TV show as a "hook" and Psalm 23 as the Biblical foundation.

Surviving Hurts from Others PSALM 23:5 and ROMANS 12:17-19 INTRODUCTION: The Count of Monte Cristo is one of the great betrayal and revenge stories of all time. Edmond Dantes= best friend betrays him and frames him for murder. Edmond is unjustly sent to prison while his best friend weds ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5-6

Denomination: Christian Church

How To Keep From Falling

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004

The three safeguards that will keep you from falling.

How to Keep from Falling By Pastor Fernando Cabrera Philippians 3:1-3:21 • Paul provides us with three safeguard for keeping what we have in Jesus • “it is a safeguard to you”…a safeguard from keeping us from falling 1. Guard your thought life (3:1-8) a. Watch them dogs i. Dogs intimidate others ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Precious Gifts From The King

Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 5, 2004

A sermon encouraging believers to understand that Salvation is more than eternal fire insurance. An emphasis on spiritual gifts. Don’t miss the concluding illustration.

Intro: I hold in my hand the greatest gift I have ever given. It is a gift that I gave to my wife before she was my wife. At the time I was a student and it cost me every penny I had (which wasn’t much) plus all the other funds I could muster up. It meant giving up a great deal in order to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Good Gifts From The Father

Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 1, 2005

The gifts we receive from our Heavenly Father are similar to the gifts we receive from our earthly father.

GOOD GIFTS FROM THE FATHER Luke 11:1-13 Key Verse and Theme: “If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” (Luke 11:13) 1. Fathers answer their children. Luke 11:9-10 A. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ