Sermons on Resisting Temptation:

Raising The Roof: Sickness Down, Dander Up

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 29, 2009

It will be necessary to do some unusual things that will raise the anger of some Christians and will not be understood in the larger community. But the bottom line is getting help to those who need it.

Several years ago, when housing prices began to shoot up into the stratosphere, we began to see something new in my neighborhood. We saw many of the houses being opened up from the top, and then construction of new second stories or new dormers or even decks and balconies, way up high. What was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Idols Of The Heart

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009

Many people have secret idols hidden in the chambers of their hearts from the sight of men but not God. And these idols decide sometimes what they get from God, Hebrews 4:13: Says neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all th

IDOLS OF THE HEART Dr. D. K. Olukoya Ezekiel 14:1-4:“Then came certain of the elders of Israel unto me, and sat before me. And the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, Son of man, these men have set up their idols in their heart, and put the stumbling block of their iniquity before their face: ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 14:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Would Ever Deny Christ? Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 31, 2009

Jesus was denied by all sorts of people. Are we like them?

Sentence of Scripture: “He was despised and rejected by others; a man of suffering and acquainted with infirmity; and as one from whom others hide their faces he was despised, and we held him of no account. 4Surely he has borne our infirmities and carried our diseases; yet we accounted him ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Pursuit Of Holiness

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Sep 2, 2009

Without holiness, no one will see the Lord,,, The weight of this passage is clear,we,,,we,, we can’t be with God without first being holy....

Hebrews 12:14-12:14 The Pursuit of Holiness Hebrews 12:14 Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord: Consider for a moment the implication of this passage. Without holiness, no one will see the Lord,,, The weight of this passage is clear,we,,,we,, we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14

Denomination: Apostolic

Suffering For Jesus Pt 1

Contributed by David Welch on Sep 8, 2009

This is the fifth in the Revelation series dealing with suffering

The Revelation of Jesus Christ “Suffering for Jesus - 1” Review John wrote this book under direct orders from Jesus. Jesus appeared to him and commissioned him to write what he saw, what was and what was about to take place. This forms the outline of the book. John wrote during a time of severe ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Great Physician Is Here

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 8, 2009

“Jesus as the Great Physician is always available for assistance for salvation and in our spiritual life and to nurture us in our physical life as well.”

THE GREAT PHYSICIAN IS HERE Luke 4:22-44 Proposition: “Jesus as the Great Physician is always available for assistance for salvation and in our spiritual life and to nurture us in our physical life as well.” Objective: My purpose is to challenge all, especially God’s people. to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:22-44

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Thankful For?

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 9, 2009

A Christian can experience joy and thank God even under the most difficult and extreme circumstance.

WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR? Philippians 1:3-8 Proposition: A Christian can experience joy and thank God even under the most difficult and extreme circumstance. Objective: My purpose is to challenge people to be thankful even under the most difficult circumstance in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

"Already Judged"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 18, 2009

We begin life ALREADY JUDGED. No chance to ’get it right’. But once we are born from above, our sins are ALREADY JUDGED.

“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life. 17 “For God did not send the Son into the world to judge the world, but that the world might be saved through Him. 18 “He who believes in Him is not judged; he ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Orthodox

Paul's Missionary Heart -- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 15, 2009

By examining Paul’s heart, we see the heart of a missionary.

Scripture Today we continue and come to our penultimate study in Romans. Let’s read Romans 16:1-24: 1I commend to you our sister Phoebe, a servant of the church at Cenchreae, 2that you may welcome her in the Lord in a way worthy of the saints, and help her in whatever she may need from you, for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Walking Upright In A Fallen World Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2010

Romans chapter 12 is really a commentary on how Christians ought to behave. Apostle Paul moves theology to practice. He gives guidelines for living as a redeemed people in a fallen world. Since we have been redeemed by the blood of Jesus Christ; saved by

Walking Upright in a Fallen World Romans 12:1-18 Romans chapter 12 is really a commentary on how Christians ought to behave. Apostle Paul moves theology to practice. He gives guidelines for living as a redeemed people in a fallen world. Since we have been redeemed by the blood of Jesus Christ; ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Give Obedience To God’s Delegated Authority Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2010

God wants only what's best for us as His children. Our lives will only be full and complete as we fulfill the will of God for our lives. Romans 13 is a continuation of Paul’s teaching on How Christians ought to behave. Remember in chapter 12, Paul teaches

Give Obedience to God’s Delegated Authority Romans 13:1-14 God wants only what's best for us as His children. Our lives will only be full and complete as we fulfill the will of God for our lives. Romans 13 is a continuation of Paul’s teaching on How Christians ought to behave. Remember ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Salvation Milestones

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Feb 11, 2010

Knowing that Jesus is savior of the world is of no profit unless that knowledge allows the power of God to produce a spiritual transformation, which results in our life manifesting the fruit of the spirit.

SALVATION MILESTONES ILLUSTRATION A number of people went to the King and said, "Sir, there are many wandering preachers and scholars who indulge in constant dispute, some saying one thing and others saying another. What, Sir, should we believe concerning them?" The King answered, "Go and find a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Christian Church

Relational Religion Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 9, 2010

God wants your religion to be characterized by love, compassion, and holy living.

Relational Religion James 1:19-27 Intro: The word “religion” has really gotten a bad rap in modern history. It is almost a dirty word to some. Maybe you’ve heard some of these phrases before: “Oh, you got religion!” “Don’t shove your religion on ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Encounter With God

Contributed by John Butler on Feb 28, 2009

See from the scriptures what takes place when we have a close encounter with God.

An Encounter with God Turn to Isaiah 6:1-8 I. Something More Than A Shout (Introduction)... I’m glad I go to a church where I can lift up the name of the Lord right out loud! Amen? I love singing songs, clapping and shouting in church just as much as the next guy, maybe even more! But ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Nick And Sam Meet Jesus

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Feb 28, 2009

An evangelistic message with a narrative style

Nick And Sam Meet Jesus John 3:1-4:26 By Pastor Ralph Juthman INTRODUCTION: Who doesn’t love a story? The impact of the story is made more real when it is a true one. It is even more relevant when the story involves people like you and me. This morning I want to tell you about two people who ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal