Sermons on Reliability:

Insufficient Faith Starts With An Inadequate Knowledge Of The Truth

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

People who suffer because of inadequate faith should begin to grow in their initimate knowledge of Jesus Christ

Insufficient Faith Comes From an Inadequate Knowledge of the Truth (Acts 19:1-7) Illustration:Sir Alexander Mackenzie is a Canadian hero. An early fur trader and explorer, he accomplished a magnificent feat when he led an expedition across Canada from Fort Chippewyan on Lake Athabasca to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Apostles & The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 8, 2001

An examination of the crucial role performed by the Holy Spirit in assisting the Apostles in establishing Christianity as foretold by Christ Jesus in John 14-16.

One of the most astounding historical aspects of early Christianity is the pivotal role that the apostles played. Within their lifetimes, they had taken the teachings of Jesus to the four corners of the world and converted, at least, tens of thousands of souls. This is an amazing thing when you ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26-27, John 14:25-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Can The Lord Help Us When We Have Been Betrayed?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

Remember how the Lord came to the rescue of Paul the apostle who was betrayed and forsaken by close companions. Paul writes, "Do your best to come to me quickly, for Demas because He loved this world, has deserted me and has gone to Thessalonica.

How Can the Lord Help Us When We Have Been Betrayed? by Paul Fritz 2 Timothy 4:9-4:10 What are some of the ways we can deal with human betrayal: 1. Remember how the Lord came to the rescue of Paul the apostle who was betrayed and forsaken by close companions. Paul writes, "Do your best to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope And Faith

Contributed by Cindy Breadner on Aug 19, 2007

Hope is belief in what we do not see, faith is having hope.

“Faith is to believe what we do not see and the reward of faith is to see what we believe.” What does it mean to see what we believe? We see our belief daily in the faces of others. The smiles of strangers the successes of our loved ones the peace in our families, the community of our church ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Victory Over Sin

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003

The difference between trials and temptations and how to overcome temptations. 4 facts about temptations

1 Corinthians 10:13 Victory Over Sin Purpose Statement: To lead persons to becoming free from sins power. If you’ve ever had difficulty in dealing with a particular temptation or sin then this message is for you. I want to discuss with you having victory over temptation that leads to sin today. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Corinthians 10:1-130

Denomination: Baptist

Success Makers

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jul 8, 2008

unleashing the ability to help others succeed

SUCCESS MAKERS (That’s who we are - Gen. 12:2) BISHOP DAVID IBELEME King makers are the people who "make, elect or decide" who the King will be. They exist in many political organizations and in many societies. Those who aspire for political success look to these people - they do everything not to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Is With Us, Providing For Our Needs

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 18, 2010

After his resurrection and before his ascension Jesus left some vivid memories for his friends that would sustain them in the future. At the Lake Jesus shows them he is with them, and he will provide for their needs.

The message of Jesus has always divided people, just as Brown, Cameron and Clegg are almost equally divided in today’s up to date General Election Opinion Polls. Those who hated Jesus conspired to have him crucified. He could have avoided it but he took the ultimate hit. For two days his ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Fact, Faith, And Feeling

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

These three words stand for three most important issues in our spiritual life. We all have to deal with them in one form or another, but it is above all things necessary that we should place them in the right order.

Intro: These three words stand for three most important issues in our spiritual life. We all have to deal with them in one form or another, but it is above all things necessary that we should place them in the right order. (Illustrate: Train) I. FACT (Acts 8:32-33 quoted Isa. 53:7-8) Fact ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: *other

A Call To Holiness Series

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Mar 23, 2007

Explains holiness as seen in Romans

A CALL TO HOLINESS Romans 5-8 Two preachers were carrying a conversation. One said to the other, “Currently, we are having a problem at our meeting place with the mice. It looks like everywhere you step; you will be greeted by a mouse.” “Well,” said the other preacher, “we solve that problem long ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Focus On Hope Series

Contributed by Tim White on Feb 13, 2009

The people who heard Jesus teach relied on a lot of things, but only hope would show them the way.

Focus on Hope John 7:25-31 • There was confusion and beliefs around Jesus. • Whether we find confusion or belief depends upon what we focus on. I. The Hysteria (25) • They heard him teach. They heard the rumors. • They were confused. What He was saying was Messiah-like. • Yet, the rulers who sought ...read more

Scripture: John 7:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Keys To A Happy And Blessed Life

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Apr 13, 2011

The Lord has given us seven keys to unlock doors of blessedness. May we ever realize that God’s blessings are not always in finances and materials but more importantly spiritual!

Intro: There are still people in the world who foolishly rely on weird superstition and rituals supposedly designed to “attract” blessings and happiness. The Bible gives us seven principles and promises to remain truly blessed. The word blessed=happy (Hebrew "asher" and Greek ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-12

Denomination: *other

Building Materials

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 22, 2011

What you have in your foundation!

1 Cor. 3:9-15-For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, you are God’s building. According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise master builder I have laid the foundation, and another builds on it. But let each one take heed how he builds on it. For no other foundation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Second Coming Of Christ:

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 7, 2012

The 2nd Coming of Jesus Christ is the HOPE of Believers that God is in control of all things, and is faithful to the promises and prophecies in His Word. In His 1st coming, Jesus came to earth as a baby in a manger in Bethlehem, just as prophesied. Jesus

1st Coming: Isaiah 7:14 2nd Coming Isaiah 9:6-7; Zechariah 14:4  The 2nd Coming of Jesus Christ is the HOPE of Believers that God is in control of all things, and is faithful to the promises and prophecies in His Word. In His 1st coming, Jesus came to earth as a baby in a manger in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:11

Denomination: *other

Genesis 6 - Part 3 - Demons, Giants, Vampires And Your Marriage! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 18, 2009

I have read some farfetched renderings of Genesis 6:4 which range from the "sons of God" being angels to them being "aliens". The Nephilim mentioned in this verse, receive the same kind of treatment.

Genesis 6 - Part 3 1. My husband is out of this world. I have read some fairly farfetched renderings of Genesis 6:4 which range from the "sons of God" being angels to them being "aliens". The Nephilim mentioned in this verse, receive the same kind of treatment. I come up with some crazy ideas ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Meditate On God's Promises

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jul 29, 2013

What guarantees that God promises come true? God has given us a sign...

Psalm 119:148 "My eyes stay open through the watches of the night, that I may meditate on your promises." This past week we've been doing what Psalm 119 tells us to do - we've been meditating on the promises of God. Our school year theme tells us to "Focus" and during this first quarter of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:148

Denomination: Lutheran