Sermons on Restrain:

Living For Jesus

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2013

It was God’s grace manifested in the person of Jesus Christ that brought us salvation. After salvation it is God’s grace that teaches us how to live for Jesus.

Living for Jesus Titus 2:11-15 “For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in the present age, looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Doctrines Of Devils Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 22, 2012

John reveals to us that some will turn a way, what will turn them away and what will prevent us from falling from the truth.

The Doctrines of Devils 1 John 2:18-29 Introduction: 1 Timothy 4:1 Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons, I. Those Who Lead Away (18). 1Jn 2:18 "Children, it is the last hour, and as ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Sons Of The Light And Day

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 19, 2013

To enumerate the acceptable spiritual tasks and activities for us as sons of the day.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you of the light and day? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the acceptable spiritual tasks and activities for us as sons of the day. IV. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:5-7 (Amplified Bible) For you are all sons of light and sons of the day; we do not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:5-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Things You Should Teach

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 13, 2013

To enumerate the things we should teach.

I. EXORDIUM: What do you need to teach? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the things we should teach. IV. TEXT: Titus 2:15 (Amplified Bible) Tell [them all] these things. Urge (advise, encourage, warn) and rebuke with full authority. Let no one despise or ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Silent Tongue Series

Contributed by Lance Hostetter on Mar 17, 2013

This sermon encourages believers to open their mouths and share their faith.

Series: Taming the Tongue---James 3 Introduction: Most of the messages we have looked at based on James 3 have focused on restraining an out of control tongue. We all envy the man or woman who knows exactly when to speak and when to be silent. Outspoken Christians and silent Christians.. Moments ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Parental Discipline Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 11, 2012

The end result of all discipline's good benefits is children that have the learned ability to control themselves. A loving parent inflicts temporary discomfort on his children to spare them the long range disaster of an undisciplined life.

PROVERBS 13:24 PARENTAL DISCIPLINE / INSTRUCTION [Hebrews 12:6-11] Affection is not enough. Love must also discipline. Good Christians or even good citizens cannot be produced in homes where children have good reason not to respect their own parents. Permissive homes (those where effective ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:24

Denomination: Baptist

Mother Of Greatness

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 14, 2012

A biblical description of a mother given through the example of Hannah in 1 Samuel.

Text: 1 Samuel 1:1-2:11, Title: Mother of Greatness, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/13/12, AM Opening illustration: Background to passage: Israel was at a critical time in it’s history. Loosely organized, politically fractured, morally corrupt, and spiritually bankrupt. But God is not done ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing God's Incredible Love - Test #1 Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 23, 2012

We want to talk about experiencing God’s incredible love. There’s no greater subject in the world to talk about.

We continue our series with the next segment entitled “Six Tests that prove one really LOVES God.” Our Scripture passage is from 1 John 3: 1-3. We have been tested to see if we really KNOW God. But knowing someone and loving someone are two different things. Are you sure that you ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Mother Of Greatness Part 2

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 30, 2012

The conclusion to an earlier message on the true meaning of motherhood.

Text: 1 Samuel 1:1-2:11, Title: Mother of Greatness, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/13/12, AM Opening illustration: Background to passage: Israel was at a critical time in it’s history. Loosely organized, politically fractured, morally corrupt, and spiritually bankrupt. But God is not done ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Taken Your Spiritual Temperature Lately?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 8, 2012

2 Corinthians 13:5 tells us to examine ourselves to see if our faith is what it should be. Like Laodecia, many are unaware of their spiritual temperature. What about you? Have you taken your spiritual temperature lately?

Have You Taken Your Spiritual Temperature Lately? Revelation 3:14-20 The church at Laodicea was one of two churches in the opening chapters of Revelation that were apparently unaware of their spiritual temperature. The other was Ephesus. Laodicea is a picture of a worldly church that has all the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Doing? Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 31, 2012

In selecting elders we need to see their calling and purpose; the need for delegating authority; and key actions involved in the process.

A photographer from a well-known national magazine was assigned to cover the fires at Yellowstone National Park. The magazine wanted to show some of the heroic work of the fire fighters as they battled the blaze. When the photographer arrived, he realized that the smoke was so thick that it would ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Next Great Event In World History

Contributed by Mike Rickman on May 31, 2013

The Rapture will initiate the greatest change in the history of the world.

June 2, 2012 Morning Worship Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Subject: The Rapture Title: The Next Great Event in World History I believe this is God's Word… I believe it is for me… I accept it as mine… And I appropriate it to my life today… Matthew 24 1Jesus left the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transformation Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 7, 2013

REAL transformation takes place when we focus on Jesus.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Our life in Christ should be a joy; it should be a life transforming experience. One of the exciting parts of belonging to Jesus is experiencing the transformation into the image of the one we love and serve! • Each day belonging to Jesus can be and is an ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Demons Cannot Swim

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 3, 2013

Do you believe in a Devil as powerful as God? There is no un-created being except God. God has no opposite in power and majesty. The proper question is whether I believe in devils. And I Do! (Updated June 2018)

For Those not familiar with an Anglican Service. There are Four Readings before the Sermon is given. Today's Readings were: Job 38:1-18; Psalm 107:1-32; 2 Corinthians 5:14-21 and Mark 5:1-20 A man often walked through the cemetery on his way home from work. One night, ...... unaware that a new ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20, Luke 8:26-39, Matthew 8:18-27, 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Anglican

The Responsibility Of The Redeemed Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 3, 2013

As followers of Christ acting naturally will lead to falling and failing. Our old nature tends toward rebellion not obedience. Paul is encouraging us to fuflill our responsiblity and cooperate with God to grow and mature in Christ.

Intro: There is a story about a little girl who proudly wore a shiny cross on a chain around her neck. One day she was approached by a man who said to her, "Little girl, don't you know that the cross Jesus died on wasn't beautiful like the one you're wearing? It was an ugly, wooden thing." To which ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Baptist