Sermons on Resist Devil:

A Long Obedience In The Same Direction Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

Like all the other flavors of the fruit of the Spirit, faithfulness is not something we have to manufacture ourselves. It is part of the character and nature of our God.

INTRODUCTION This is the seventh message in the Fruit of the Spirit series I'm calling “Gracefruit: Jesus Living in Me.” Let’s look at our key passage again. “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving Living!

Contributed by Tim Diack on Oct 8, 2012

Does living with an attitude of gratitude depend upon our circumstances - which are always changing - or is true thanksgiving living rooted in a deeper truth? Read on to discover how we can live with thanksgiving in our hearts every day of the year!

Thanksgiving Living! - Psalm 100 Series: Thanksgiving Well as I begin this morning I want to share with you a letter written by a young woman who had recently left her home in small town Canada to attend college in the big city. This is what she writes: ["Dear Mom: I’m so sorry that I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: *other

Are We The 95%

Contributed by Thomas Baird on Oct 11, 2012

Comparing the "Occupy Movement 99%" to the Church in America today... the 95%... and how so much of the Church today is like the occupy protestors

Are We the 95% 10/4/2012 Take your Bibles if you would and turn to James chapter 1… starting in verse 19… I actually did not plan it this way… but we are going to begin this message basically… where we ended the message 2 weeks ago… James 1:19–27 (NIV84) 19 ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

God's Purpose For My Life (Living With An Eternal Perspective)

Contributed by Ed Cheng on Jul 14, 2016

God has a specific purpose for your life. It is that you come to know Him intimately and enjoy His presence in a relationship that is deeply personal and satisfying. This glorifies Him when you know Him in such a way!

God’s Purpose for my Life (Gaining an Eternal Perspective) Col. 1:15-16 (NIV) The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Something's Rotten In Jesse's House (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 5, 2016

David possesses all these giftings, yet he is disregarded in his own family. His father and brothers do not value him much, but God does. Our worth is not determined by what others think of us but what God thinks of us.

Series: David - A Man After God’s Own Heart: Part 2: Something’s Rotten In Jesse’s Family 1 SAMUEL 16:1 The Lord said to Samuel, “How long will you mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and be on your way; I am sending you to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Charismatic

God Will Break Us Before He Can Use Us Series

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 5, 2016

Just Because You Are God’s Own Or Anointed Does Not Mean You Will Not Go Through Suffering & Pains. There are multiple passages in which the Bible tells us that before God can use us, He must break us. David is no exception. David will lose everything...

SERIES: DAVID - A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART: Part 7: God Will Break Us Before He Can Use Us 1. 1 Samuel 21:1-3: 1 David went to Nob, to Ahimelek the priest. Ahimelek trembled when he met him, and asked, “Why are you alone? Why is no one with you?” 2 David answered Ahimelek the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Baptized - Holy Ghost & Fire Series

Contributed by Larry Lewis on Sep 10, 2016

There are three types of baptisms mentioned in the Bible. In this 3rd and final message in our series entitled 'Baptized', we will focus on what the Bible has to say about the Baptism with the Holy Spirit.

Read Matthew 3:11 Read Acts 1:4-5 & 2:1-4 • Today we are going to finish our 3 week series on the topic of baptism. • Two weeks ago we started this series in preparation of our water baptism service which took place last week. • Baptism, is probably one of my favorite topics in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give And It Will Be Given

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Feb 13, 2016

A message about the law of Reciprocity found in giving. Giving is a blessing in itself, so to give is to receive.

Give and It will be Given Introduction: You know that I am no “Prosperity preacher” and I am certainly no “name it claim it” preacher either, in fact, if you have been here long enough you ought to know that I very seldom preach about money. I make the same whether you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Vigilant Servant

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 14, 2016

To show that GOD will serve us in the days to come because He's the Eternal Great GOD, and all His creations will serve Him by waiting for His return.

I. EXORDIUM: How do you show your greatness? By being a vigilant servant. Matthew 20:26 Matthew 20:26 (Amplified Bible) Not so shall it be among you; but whoever wishes to be great among you must be your servant, II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:37

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Body Of Christ – Part I Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 11, 2016

When the word “church” or concept of the church is presented in the Bible, what does it mean?

The Body of Christ – Part I What does the Bible teach concerning the church? When the word “church” or concept of the church is presented in the Bible, what does it mean? Many people really don’t know what the word “church” means. Just like the word family ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Trial: Pontius Pilate & Jesus!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 13, 2016

The Trial: Pontius Pilate & Jesus! John chapter 18 verse 28 to chapter 19 verse 16 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (A). PILATE & JESUS (1): Step 1: Accusation (vs 18-32): Step 2: Interrogation (vs 33-35): Step 3: Defense (vs 36-38a) Step 4: Verdict (vs 38b) (B). PILATE & JESUS (2): An Interval (Luke chapter 23 verses 6-12): A Custom (vs 39): A Final Appeal (vs 4-15): A Conclusion (vs ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Why We Believe In The Virgin Birth Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Dec 7, 2015

There are many people who do not believe in the virgin birth anymore because they have been distracted by a lot of things. In this message, we will look at the importance of the virgin birth that first Christmas and how we can conquer our doubts.

WHY WE BELIEVE IN THE VIRGIN BIRTH Isaiah 7:14New International Version (NIV) 14 Therefore the Lord himself will give you[a] a sign: The virgin[b] will conceive and give birth to a son, and[c] will call him Immanuel.[d] INTRODUCTION: We will continue our mini-series on the birth of Christ in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Nazarene

Love The Church Honestly Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 12, 2015

If Jesus loves the church then I should love the church. And I should love the church the same way Jesus does. He doesn’t love his bride because she’s perfect. Jesus loves his bride because she belongs to him. He loves her warts and all.

Series: Victorious! “Love the Church Honestly” Revelation 2-3 Open If you’re joining us today for the first time ever or the first time in a while, we’re doing a devotional study through the book of Revelation. Our goal is to get to the heart of the message of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Born In Bethlehem Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 14, 2015

Jesus was born in the right place at the right time so that you can respond right now.

Born in Bethlehem Micah 5:2 Rev. Brian Bill December 12-13, 2015 Isn’t it great singing Christmas music? I know most of the words to many carols but struggle to get them to sound right when they come out of my mouth. Many kids, on the other hand, don’t know all the words but they ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of A New Creation-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 12, 2016

2 of ? Paul clarified the significance of being a new creation in Christ to the Corinthian church. But what is significant about being a new creation in Christ? A new creation is significant in its New...

The SIGNIFICANCE Of A NEW CREATION-II—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10 Attention: The Old Fire Truck... A fire started inside the Coca-Cola headquarters in Atlanta. Before long it exploded into flames & an alarm went out to fire departments from miles around. After fighting the fire for over an ...read more

Denomination: Baptist