Sermons on Regarded:

'betty, Lie Still' Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Aug 9, 2002

This message explores some important truths regarding our prime ministry as portrayed by Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch.

‘BETTY, LIE STILL’ Acts 8:26-40 Introduction ‘Old Betty was converted late in her life, and though she was very poor she was very active. She visited the sick; out of her own poverty she gave to those who were still poorer; she collected a little money from others when she could give none of her ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do I Have To Obey My Parents?

Contributed by Chris Smith on Jun 9, 2003

Sermon directed towards older children - teenagers regarding God’s command to honor and obey parents.

Ephesians 6:1-3 (for the young people) Why should you Honor and obey your parents? Introduction: When God gave to Moses the Ten Commandments, He gave them a complete system. In it, He placed everything that was necessary for His people to be an example to the other nations. You see, God wants ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3, Colossians 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

Meeting Your Family's Needs

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 6, 2001

A description of Jesus’ responsibility for those under His watchcare. A call to our own responsibilities in regard to the same.

Meeting Your Family’s Needs—John 19:23-28 Jesus ensured that His mother had adequate provision. We must provide for those under our watchcare. How are we to meet our family’s needs? Keys to Meeting Family Needs 26 When Jesus therefore saw His mother, & the disciple whom He loved standing ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Squandering The Blessings Of God

Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 25, 2001

WASTING GOD’S BLESSINGS STUNTS CHRISTIAN GROWTH. Here are three Facts regarding Christian growth.

SQUANDERING THE BLESSINGS OF GOD Hebrews 6:1-12 INTRODUCTION: 1. This morning the bananas in the fruit bowl were just ripe-right for making bread. Tomorrow they’d have been too soft. So I took the time to sift and stir, and now a special fragrance fills the air. Soon I’ll take from the oven ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Principles Of Prayer

Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Oct 21, 2002

When speaking in regards to prayer, do you know of anything more valuable to a Christian than that of prayer?

Outline: Principles Of Prayer Luke 18:1 Text: “Jesus told them a story showing that it was necessary for them to pray consistently and never quit.” When speaking in regards to prayer, do you know of anything more valuable to a Christian than that of prayer? Prayer is more valuable than the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Trusting God In Everyday Living

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jul 18, 2005

Message regarding how we can move from the idea of trusting God to actually doing it.

Trusting God in Everyday Living Matthew 6:25-34 July 3, 2005 Introduction Before I get into the message for today, I want to extend a special invitation to make sure you’re here next week. We’re going to look at that all-important hot topic so important to our society, the issue of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

There Is A Cross

Contributed by Bridgette Nevils Gloster on Nov 5, 2004

This is a discussion regarding pressing on toward the mark of the high calling inspite of the situations that may arise in our lives.

34 And when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. It can be said without even asking that each of us has had to endure some difficult times. It is without question ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34

Denomination: Methodist

A Pastor And His Purpose

Contributed by Chip Monck on Sep 26, 2007

This message explores and attempts to dispell some myths regarding what a pastor should be about the ministry of doing.

(Opened with the "MeChurch" video - available from SermonSpice.com) Everyone has their own idea of what church should look like. What church should be like. How church should minister to their needs and the needs of those around them. So from time to time it is important to ask, what is the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:19-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

I'm So Hungry

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 10, 2006

Four questions from the Sermon on the Mount regarding the kind of righteousness we should hunger and thirst for.

I’M SO HUNGRY! Sunday, October 8, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee Introduction Start with the story from “The Applause of Heaven” (Lucado, pp. 91-92, copyright, Word Publishing, 1990) where the mother and daughter are trapped in rubble from an earthquake. Stop short of the paragraph where the mother ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Why Not To Sleep In Church Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 29, 2009

Exposition on Acts 20:1-16 regarding the ministry of encouragement and edification that Paul had to the early church

Text: Acts 20:1-16, Title: Why Not to Sleep in Church, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/1/09, AM A. Opening illustration: Just in case your boss catches you asleep at your desk, be ready to blurt out one of these excuses: *They told me at the blood bank that this might happen. *This is just a 15-minute power ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Theological Pragmatism Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 6, 2008

Exposition of Psalm 4 regarding the turning of people away from God because of some national tragedy

Text: Psalm 4:1-8, Title: Theological Pragmatism, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/7/08, AM A. Opening illustration: the story of Jonah provides a great introduction to this text, not because they share time frame or characters, but because of theological pragmatism. Define. Remember when Jonah boarded a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Vision Impairment

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 28, 2008

In the scriptural context this verse refers to the consequences of a spiritual lack of vision regarding God’s redemptive revelation.

SPIRITUAL VISION IMPAIRMENT "Where there is no vision [no redemptive revelation of God], the people perish; but he who keeps the law [of God, which includes that of man]—blessed(happy, fortunate, and enviable) is he." Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Baptist

Weep Not For Me

Contributed by Joseph Barraclough on Jul 29, 2008

An expository message regarding Jesus’ walk to Golgotha where he pronouncing coming judgment. This is a call to repentance.

Text: Luke 23:27-31 And there followed him a great company of people, and of women, which also bewailed and lamented him. But Jesus turning unto them said, Daughters of Jerusalem, weep not for me, but weep for yourselves, and for your children. For, behold, the days are coming, in the which they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:27-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Necessities Of Spiritual Growth

Contributed by Michael Prescott on Feb 22, 2007

Spiritual growth begins and continues with knowledge, spiritual understanding and wisdom regarding the absolute truth of Gods Word.

Colossians 1:9 cont. (2 Timothy 3:1-9) (Highlight verse 7) Knowledge is a powerful thing. This passage in 2 Timothy points out the danger of it with the absence of understanding and wisdom. Ask any highly successful business man, like Bill Gates for instance, what the secret of their success is, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Muscle

Contributed by Ron Callen on Mar 3, 2007

What is spiritual muscle? Our faith. This message answers some important questions regarding our faith.

SPIRITUAL MUSCLE Many today are involved in some sort of regular, routine exercise program. They might go to the gym to lift weights. Maybe it’s Tae-bo in front of the TV at home. Some go for a run each day while others take the dog for a walk. Exercise is a big thing in America and for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56

Denomination: Baptist