Sermons on Responses:

Baby Steps

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

Just as a mother encourages her child to walk, God encourages us to grow spiritually.

Therefore if you died with Christ from the basic principles of the world, why do you subject yourself to regulations as if you still belonged to this world? You say, "Don’t touch this! Don’t eat that! Don’t handle that!" You are entirely preoccupied with perishable things. Your commandments ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Open Your Mouth Wide And God Will Fill It Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

OUR REDEEMER INVITES US TO CELEBRATE THE BLESSINGS OF REDEMPTION

BIG IDEA: OUR REDEEMER INVITES US TO CELEBRATE THE BLESSINGS OF REDEMPTION I. (:1-5) REDEMPTION SHOULD BE REMEMBERED WITH SONGS OF JOY A. Expressons of Joy 1. Manner “Sing for joy” “Shout joyfully” 2. Addressed to: “God our strength” “God of Jacob” 3. Accompanying instruments “timbrel” “sweet ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 81:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Devotion And Service Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 6, 2012

In this brief study we will take a walk through the book of Acts highlighting some of the more significant verses and ideas presented by Luke. I have drawn some material from "Act Normal" by Scott Wilson.

Acts Pt4- Devotion and Service Opening Comments P Tony, K Malone, P Mario- challenged us- offerings. Review/Recap Gospel of Luke, Acts- both written by Luke- Luke- living picture of Christ as seen in history Acts- picture of work of HS- Jerusalem/nations. Acts- beginning of the life/mission of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-10

Denomination: Charismatic

Habakkuk

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 8, 2011

FOCAL POINT: QUESTIONS, STATEMENTS AND ANSWERS

HABAKKUK HABAKKUK 3:19 FOCAL POINT: QUESTIONS, STATEMENTS AND ANSWERS INTRODUCTION: HABAKKUK (TO EMBRACE OR WRESTLE ) WAS A PROPHET TO JUDAH, THE SOUTHERN KINGDOM. WE KNOW LITTLE ABOUT THIS PROPHET. HIS CONTEMPORARIES WERE ZEPHANIAH AND JEREMIAH. ONE OF THE BEST KNOWN DEAD SEA SCROLLS IS ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:19

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Of The Magnificat Series

Contributed by Allen James on Dec 8, 2009

A message exploring Mary’s song of praise recorded in Luke 1:46f.

INTRODUCTION: Example of life not always working out based upon our expectations. KEY THOUGHT: Mary’s song of praise should serve as a REMINDER that God is worthy of our praise because of WHO HE IS regardless of our CIRCUMSTANCES. THREE REASONS WHY HE IS WORTHY OF PRAISE I. God is MINDFUL of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: Baptist

The Centrality Of The Human Person In Development Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 20, 2010

We cannot ever forget that when we are planning any project, large or small, for development, that the whole person's development is the target.

February 22, 2010 Chair of St Peter Caritas in Veritate When Pope John XXIII released his encyclical Mater et Magistra, a letter that critiqued both socialism and unfettered capitalism, the late William Buckley, who rejected much of the Church’s social doctrine, famously wrote ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Catholic

Why Should Believers Get Along? Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Aug 6, 2007

We have seen where spiritual transformation will make us like Christ, even to other believers. But why should we place so much emphasis on believers getting along with each other?

WHY SHOULD BELIEVERS GET ALONG? Romans 15:1-7 I. Discipleship Demands It (vs. 1-2) A. An Obligation 1. ‘Ought’ is the past tense of ‘owe’ in Old English. Both words have the spiritual pronunciation. 2. The HCSB renders this “we have an obligation”. 3. It is not something we ‘should’ do; it is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Confronts Peter's Sin Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 3, 2008

Paul’s reaction to Peter’s sin is swift and just.

Galatians 2:14-21 “Paul Confronts Peter’s Sin” 1. Paul’s Reaction (14) Vs. 14 • Peter, being an apostle, had an even greater responsibility to lead others uprightly (straight path) in the truth of the gospel. o Bible says, “To whom much is given much will be required.” o Peter ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Helping One Another Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Aug 29, 2007

Everyday we have the opportunity to give life or take life, simply by our willingness to lend a hand and shoulder the burdens of another.

Helping One Another Galatians 6:1-10 Galatians 6:1 (NLT) Dear brothers and sisters, if another Christian is overcome by some sin, you who are godly should gently and humbly help that person back onto the right path. And be careful not to fall into the same temptation yourself. Off Course • ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Eyes

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Dec 17, 2007

HOW GOD VIEWS LIFE AS COMPARED TO HOW WE VIEW IT.

GOD’S EYES JAMES 4:14b INTRO: HOW DO YOU SEE YOUR LIFE? 1: YOUR EYES A) WHAT’S YOUR VIEW ON LIFE? B) WHAT INFLUENCES YOUR VIEW ON LIFE? C) IS LIFE A PARTY, A RACE, A MARATHON, A BATTLE OR GAME? POINT: HOW YOU SEE YOUR LIFE OR HOW YOU DECSRIBE YOUR LIFE INFLUENCES YOUR LIFE MORE THAN YOU REALIZE. IT ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14

Denomination: Other

Rendering Honor

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jun 25, 2007

Honor is one of those words that we use regularly put can’t quite put our finger on it when giving an accurate definition of what it is.

Rendering Honor Theme: Honor to whom honor belongs INTRODUCTION A. “Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.” Prov. 14:34 1. The very idea of a nation being exalted brings about the concept of honor. 2. On an individual scale, the one who does what is right is exalted, or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowledge Is Power

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Aug 12, 2007

What children really need to know - the holy scriptures. A look at the knowledge Timothy gained in his childhood. What, when, who.

This sermon was preached the Sunday before our Holiday Bible Club. INTRODUCTION The Church needs to recognise the importance of children’s ministry. The first sermon of the church era emphasized that the salvation message includes children – Acts 2:39 "For the promise is unto you, and to your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15

Why The Law Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Aug 7, 2019

It is amazing how many of “us” have a performance-based religion! There are many who believe that a right relationship with God can be attained through the performance of the law.

INTRODUCTION: It is amazing how many of “us” have a performance-based religion! There are many who believe that a right relationship with God can be attained through the performance of the law. Read Ex. 20:3-17; Deut. 5:6-21; Matt. 22:35-40. God did not give the law so that people could become ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:16

Denomination: Baptist

Church At Antioch Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 25, 2021

The Gospel reached the nations through the persecution of disciples. They became founders of taking the Gospel to Jews and Gentiles. Find out how God used Christians on run for the expansion of the early Church.

Acts 11:19-30 Church at Antioch 11:19-21 Gospel and nations 11:22-24 Barnabas Ministry at Antioch 11:25-26 Believers named as Christians 11:28-30 Response of the Church during Calamities Acts 11:19-21 Gospel reached many nations The expansion of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Methodist

A Context For The Hymn

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 3, 2017

The obedience of Christ elicits, draws out, the obedience of Christians.

A CONTEXT FOR THE HYMN. Philippians 2:1-13. The word “If” that opens this passage might better be translated as “Since” (Philippians 2:1). The sense is, “If there is any encouragement in Christ (and there is), if any consolation in love (and there is), if any fellowship (sharing) in the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational