Sermons on Resisting Temptation:

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Lindsey Mann on Jul 24, 2002

When the prodigal returned he was given five very special gifts: they each symbolise what we have in Christ as believers.

THE PRODIGAL SON Luke 15:11-32 And he said, A certain man had two sons: And the younger of them said to his father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me. Jesus was responding to the criticisms of the spiritual leaders of Israel. He had been eating with sinners. He did not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fruit Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Daniel Williamson on Jan 6, 2003

A detailed series on each of the nine Fruit of the Spirit! Each characteristic listed is a sermon. However, I have combined the lesson into one packet.

THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT INTRODUCTION It is imperative that we understand that the marks of true spirituality and the signs of maturity in Christian growth are found not in the gifts of the Spirit, rather they are found in producing the fruit of the Spirit. 1st Corinthians 13:1-2 – “If I speak in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Spiritual Blessings - Ephesians 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 26, 2006

Paul reminds us that we are blessed spiritually if we are part of the faithful.

“Spiritual Blessings” – Ephesians Chapter 1 On the lighter side of life: A Christian Puppy A Baptist couple decide that they want to get a dog. As they are walking down the street in town, they notice that a sign in the pet shop is advertising "Christian Puppies." Their interest piqued, they go ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Way Of Love Series

Contributed by Bumble Ho on Mar 27, 2006

A partial narrative sermon, weaving the solid exposition of John MacArthur commentary with the "The Story of Victor" (which asking the question of is it better to be loved or to love?)

"The Way of Love" 1 Cor. 12:31b-14:1a vacMidway 3/26/2005   {Intro: What is love, according to our culture?}   “I love [computers]. Really? The same way I love my wife? What’s up with the word “love”? It doesn’t have much meaning when we use it so loosely. Maybe we don’t really get it. Maybe we ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Overcoming Worry Series

Contributed by John Graves on Jan 27, 2007

An expository sermon on Matthew,some try to allegorize this passage of calming the storm but in doing so they lose most of its true meaning.

The Relevance of the Text. How many of you here this morning would consider your faith as something the Lord Jesus would be pleased with? All too often our faith is not something that pleases the Lord. Every one of us here today could probably give a time in our lives when we were in a place ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

What’s For Dinner? Part 3 Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 11, 2010

A study of Ezekiel chapter 3 verses 16 through 27

Ezekiel 3: 16 – 27 ‘What’s for dinner’ Part 3 “16 Now it came to pass at the end of seven days that the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 17 “Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; therefore hear a word from My mouth, and give them warning from Me: 18 When I say to the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:16-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Barrier Broken Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 11, 2009

What a dance God orchestrated here! This is part 2 of The Launching of the Gospel. Part 1 is "The Preacher’s Message"

“And He ordered us to preach to the people, and solemnly to testify that this is the One who has been appointed by God as Judge of the living and the dead. 43 “Of Him all the prophets bear witness that through His name everyone who believes in Him receives forgiveness of sins.” “But now in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Orthodox

The Islamic Invasion Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 8, 2010

A study of chapter 38 verses 1 through 23

Ezekiel 38: 1 – 23 The Islamic Invasion 1 Now the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2 “Son of man, set your face against Gog, of the land of Magog, the prince of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal, and prophesy against him, 3 and say, ‘Thus says the Lord GOD: “Behold, I am against ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 38:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Grain Offering Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Jan 19, 2011

The grain offering appears to have followed the burnt offering and consisted of flour and oil. Though it too provided a "soothing aroma", it was not totally consumed in fire but shared with the priests. Thus its purpose was not to secure atonement. This o

Offering: Living & Giving for the Glory of God Study of Leviticus The Grain Offering Leviticus 2:1-16 First Family Church 317 S.E. Magazine Rd. Ankeny, IA 50021 www.firstfamilyministries.com Transcript of Message by Todd Stiles January 16, 2011 Let’s continue in that course today as we see ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Gods Of Success Series

Contributed by Kyle Idleman on Sep 27, 2010

A sermon in a series about the sins we set up as idols in our lives.

…Homerun Derby, an annual competition. A player by the name of Josh Hamilton, who used to play for the Cincinnati Reds…but they traded him away (as they often do with their best players) to the Texas Rangers (Laughter)…and so Josh Hamilton steps up to the plate, but the path to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

El Desafío A La Autoridad

Contributed by Horacio Raúl Piccardo on Apr 16, 2012

La experiencia de todo cristiano y, sobre todo, ministro es que su autoridad va a estar constantemente desafiada. ¿Cuáles son las ténicas que emplea el enemigo para ello? ¿Qué se mueve en el mundo espiritual? ¿Cuáles son las consecuencias?

Introducción El viernes estuve orando pidiéndole un mensaje para hoy. Había comenzado a trabajar algo, pero no sentía que era el mensaje para hoy. De modo que estuve orando, y el Señor me dio luz y entendimiento sobre un elemento espiritual con el que el enemigo nos va tentar a menudo. No importa ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Problem Is Not Me – Its You Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 26, 2012

A study of the book of Judges chapter 20

Judges 20: 1 – 48 The Problem Is Not Me – Its You So all the children of Israel came out, from Dan to Beersheba, as well as from the land of Gilead, and the congregation gathered together as one man before the LORD at Mizpah. 2 And the leaders of all the people, all the tribes of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 20:1-48

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Good Is It For A Man To Gain The Whole World? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 11, 2012

Jesus calls disciples to assess what is truly valuable, boldly seizing that aspect of life.

“What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses or forfeits himself?” [1] He who dies with the most toys wins. At least, that is the sentiment expressed in contemporary bumper sticker theology. It probably sums up the contemporary worldview that esteems winning at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:25

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Of The Spirit—love (3 Lessons)

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 26, 2014

A thorough examination of love from a Bible perspective.

Fruit of the Spirit—LOVE (3 lessons) Series: Fruit of the Spirit Teaching Series Chuck Sligh February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2014 Fruit of the Spirit—LOVE (Part 1) TEXT: Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

When The Elder Sins Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 16, 2014

Elders are to be honoured for their labour. However, elders are to be held accountable before the congregation to discharge their appointment in a faithful manner.

“Do not admit a charge against an elder except on the evidence of two or three witnesses. As for those who persist in sin, rebuke them in the presence of all, so that the rest may stand in fear. In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus and of the elect angels I charge you to keep these ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:19-21

Denomination: Baptist