Sermons on Reliance:

You Can't Take It With You Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE HOPE OF THE RIGHTEOUS VS. THE FALSE SECURITY OF THE FOOLISH

BIG IDEA: THE HOPE OF THE RIGHTEOUS VS. THE FALSE SECURITY OF THE FOOLISH (:1-4) INTRODUCTION: THIS WORD OF WISDOM APPLIES TO EVERYONE A. Exhortation to Listen Carefully (Listen Up!) "Hear this" "Give ear" B. Scope of Application (No Partiality) 1. Worldwide Application "all peoples" "all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pergamos - The Compromising Church Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Sep 8, 2001

Outline on Rev. 2:12-17 about the church of Pergamos.

PERGAMOS THE COMPRIMISING CHURCH – REV. 2: 12-17 This is the third church of the seven that we will look at. Remember we said that the question is not what type of church are we looking for, but what type of church is God looking for. These 7 churches were actual churches and they are also ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Individualism Series

Contributed by Scott Berry on Aug 27, 2020

Have you ever thought about why you think the way you do? What are the cultural lenses that you are looking through? Let us think about the water we are swimming in.

Rom 12: 9 – 21 Looking at our lenses: Individualism (Have you spotted consumeristic thinking in yourself this week?) Individualism is the social outlook that stresses independence and self-reliance. Individualists promote the exercise of one's goals and desires, while opposing external ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Unlocking The Strength Of Prayer Through Fasting SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Every believer can enhance their prayer life by incorporating the practice of fasting, thus multiplying their effectiveness in spiritual matters.

In any building project, having the right tools and knowing how to use them is crucial for success. Just as a skilled builder brings a van full of tools to a construction site, believers have been given a powerful tool by God to enhance their prayer life: fasting. Unfortunately, many Christians ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Topics: Prayer, Fasting

The "Four F’s” Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

The “Four F’s”

Psalm 37:1-7 The “Four F’s” 1. Fret Not - 1 Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity. Fret means to worry to be concerned…. i. Trust is ALLIANCE - Prov 3:5 Trust in the LORD ii. Trust is RELIANCE - with all thine heart iii. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-7

Denomination: Holiness

An Outline For How The Word Says, 'sow Abundance.' Series

Contributed by Jonathan Giles on Sep 12, 2023

Let's prepare for famines to come

I invite you to consider praying over the following scriptures. On the first page of the bible it says God put man on earth to “Tend and Keep the garden.” This divine design of God is encouraged throughout the scriptures. We have Jesus warning of coming famines in Matthew 24. We have the model ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:14

Godliness Is A Deep Internal Transformation Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 15, 2025

True godliness is a deep internal transformation that aligns our thoughts, words, and deeds with the character of God.

Godliness is often misunderstood as merely being polite, having a good attitude, or being diplomatic. However, true godliness goes far beyond these superficial qualities. It is a deep internal transformation that aligns one's thoughts, words, and deeds with the character of God. This ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:11

Truth, Trust, Triumph

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Jun 12, 2003

God desires His children to live a TRIUMPHANT life. The way to do this is to first learn the TRUTH, this will bring about a TRUST in the Almighty, which in turn leads to TRIUMPH.

I. Know The TRUTH. "And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." (John 8:32) A. Truth is a fact. It is something that is real and existent. B. The Bible tells us that truth is: (1) A Person - Jesus Christ (John 14:6; 1:17) (2) The Word of God and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:1-5

The Way That Leads To Hope

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 10, 2005

This sermon leads the hearer from suffering or trouble to finding hope in Christ Jesus.

The Way That Leads To Hope – Romans 5: 1 - 8 Intro: Verse 1 – “Therefore, since we are justified by faith, we have PEACE with God . . .” (Greek - ERAYNAY) – PEACE – biblical term for blessings, advantages & fruits of salvation I. Verse 2 – through whom we have obtained access – (Greek - ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Sinned?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 15, 2005

This sermon addresses the question, "Why do bad things happen to good people?"

Who Sinned? – John 9: 1 - 11 Intro: Close your eyes. Imagine going about all your daily activities. Socks, shoes, shirt, juice – There are blind people in this church today – can’t see: how much God loves U, your own sin, way out, hope. I. Verse 2 – “Who sinned? A. We, as modern ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Declaration Of Our Dependence On God

Contributed by Scott Jordan on May 19, 2007

A Fourth of July Sermon

A Declaration of Our Dependence on God From the Declaration of Independence We need God back in America again; it has to begin with the church. The church is not the building but a body of people 230 years ago, our ancestors wrote the words in the declaration of Independence. We hold these ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Denomination: *other

What You See At Year's End

Contributed by Johnny Knight on Jan 27, 2010

If there was ever a time for you to be telling about the peace you've found in Jesus, it's now!

WHAT YOU SEE AT YEARS END Text: "We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure" (Hebrews 6:19). What a year! I can't remember a year (and I've had a few!) where the landscape of our world has changed so dramatically. It raises the question David asked a long time ago:"When the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcoming Temptation

Contributed by Brian Gordon on Nov 7, 2011

What can we learn from Joseph about overcoming temptation?

I. Introduction A. Have you ever felt like you should get an award for the dumbest thing ever done? a. I’ve only had two experiences with anesthesia in my life. b. The second was when I was in my 20s and had to have my wisdom teeth removed. c. The first was when I was 7 years ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Methodist

A Lot With Little Series

Contributed by Robert Fa’atoia-Collins on May 17, 2010

God uses people even if we do not think they are capable, and He uses anyone no matter who they are and where they are from.

The Book of Joshua represents an emotional high for the nation of Israel, as God’s people conquered Canaan and took possession of the Promised Land. Conversely, the Book of Judges is a huge let down, as the Israelites’ reliance on God falters and opposing nations begin to torment them. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-27

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Irondad

Contributed by Trae Durden on Jun 13, 2013

Father's Day sermon, using the IronMan movies as a illustration.

IronDad 1 John 2:12-14 & 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 Introduction: Mother’s represent those hands that rock the cradle and rule the world, but Fathers are the ones who bought the cradle! Dad’s we need to prepare ourselves to make right choices, and to be Men of God! There are some pivotal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ