Sermons on Roger Duncan:

Miles From Home

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Some times we are miles from home…miles from where God wants us to be, maybe even miles from Jesus.

Miles From Home Luke 2:41-52 Every year Jesus’ parents went to Jerusalem for the Passover festival. When Jesus was twelve years old, they attended the festival as usual. After the celebration was over, they started home to Nazareth, but Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents didn’t miss ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Pentecostal

One Of Those Days

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Some storms we can track and be somewhat prepared for, others come suddenly and without warning. We normally don’t think about them until they hit or effect us.

One of Those Days Opening Illustration: Have you ever had “one of those days”? 1. The average cost of rehabilitating a seal after the Exxon Valdez oil spill in Alaska was $80,000. At a special ceremony, two of the most expensively saved animals were released back into the wild amid cheers and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Four Fs Of Faith

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Student commissioning service to start out the new school year.

1. Friends – chose them wisely A righteous man is cautious in friendship, but the way of the wicked leads them astray. (Proverbs 12:26) David & Jonathan (1 Sam. 23:16-18) Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego (Dan. 2:49; 3:12-30) A. Friends that will go through the fire with you. 12My command ...read more

Scripture: James 2:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Knowing The Will Of God #3 - Through Prayer And Fasting Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Jan 29, 2008

How serious are we about finding God’s will for our lives? How serious are we about praying in order to find God’s will?

Knowing God’s Will Through Prayer and Fasting 27th January 2008 am Soon after Israel had invaded Palestine in the days of Joshua, they were fooled into signing an unscriptural peace treaty with a group of deceitful pagans. The cause for this tragic error is clearly stated in God’s Word – Joshua ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-18

Denomination: Baptist

Quick, Get The Umbrella Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Tonight we are going to look at the first 18 verses of James chapter 1. We’ve called it, “Quick, go get the umbrella” because James is trying to get them prepared for the storm.

The Perfect Storm: Quick, get the Umbrella Opening Illustration: In October of 1991, the "Andrea Gail" left Gloucester, Mass. and headed for the fishing grounds of the North Atlantic. Two weeks later, an event took place that had never occurred in recorded history. A storm stronger than any in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mirror, Mirror Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

We may have different types of mirrors and multiple mirrors, but basically they all have the same common purpose. Tonight as we discuss some spiritual truths we first need to establish “the mirror”, which is God’s Word. God’s word acts like a mirror for

Mirror, mirror… INTRODUCTION How many mirrors do you have in your house? (Make a game out of it.) I think I only have two, but I bet my wife can correct me. How many different types of mirrors do you have? - compact mirror for your purse - handle mirror - cosmetic magnifying ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Titanic Syndrom Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Tonight as we continue to take a close look into the mirror of God’s Word, James challenges us regarding how we treat people. The way we behave toward people indicates what we believe about God.

Titanic Syndrom Review "Quick, Get the Umbrella" & "Mirror, Mirror" Tonight as we continue to take a close look into the mirror of God’s Word, James challenges us regarding how we treat people. The way we behave toward people indicates what we believe about God. Text: James 2:1-13 My dear ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

I See Dead People Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Faith is a key doctrine in the life of a Christian. The sinner is saved through faith (Eph. 2:8-9), then the believer must walk by faith (2 Cor. 5:7). Without faith it is impossible to please God (Heb. 11:6); and whatever we do apart from faith is sin (

I See Dead People Illustration: The Sixth Sense 14What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? 15Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. 16If one of you says to him, "Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed," but ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Open Mouth Insert Foot Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Tonight we start chapter three of the book of James and discover the power of the tongue.

Tonight we start chapter three of the book of James and discover the power of the tongue. We have titled tonight’s message “Open Mouth, Insert Foot.” Have you ever done that? Illustration: Children are good at doing this…of course they don’t realize it because they don’t know any ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Serious Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

TONIGHT you will be forced to answer the question, Are You Serious? – serious about life, serious about this Christianity thing, serious about your future?

Are You Serious? Review the last few weeks of the series... Tonight we start chapter 4 of James. James gets really in-your-face intense here! He’s calling them out on some serious issues and challenging them to make it right or they will miss out on their destiny. Have you heard a story that ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Plan Ahead

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Fulfillment of your destiny depends on your willingness to do God’s will, His way, and in His time.

Plan Ahead! Introduction Last week one of our main points were… Fulfillment of your destiny depends on your willingness to do God’s will, His way, and in His time. a. Life is to complicated for me to make sense of it School, family, money, relationships, career, ministry We need to be serious ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stay The Course Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Many people have gone before us and endured hardship and persecution. The Prophets, Job, Peter, Mark Buntain, Rachel Scott, Cassie Burnel, the list goes on of those who have stayed the course through all the trials and challenges.

Many people have gone before us and endured hardship and persecution. The Prophets, Job, Peter, Mark Buntain, Rachel Scott, Cassie Burnel, the list goes on of those who have stayed the course through all the trials and challenges. We can make it through the storm! Not even Hurricane Katrina can ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preventing An Epidemic Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Tonight I believe the Lord is asking us to help prevent an epidemic. This epidemic is not just simply sin, although it is sin. This epidemic is dangerous and deadly. This epidemic not only affects you, but also can potentially bring destruction to the

James 5:13-20 13Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. 14Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord. 15And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Calmer Waters Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

We are going to mix up our group a bit and have some discussion and interaction as a way to review and find application for our series "The Perfect Stor,." We are going to break into small groups.

Finding Calmer Waters Tonight we are ending our series with a message entitled “Finding Calmer Waters”. We’re going to do things a little different and we’re going to have some fun. We are going to mix up our group a bit and have some discussion and interaction. We are going to break into ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Prayer

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

If Jesus was truly 100% man, how is it that He performed so many miracles of inhuman strength? PRAYER

The Power of Prayer If I told you that I could show you how to make millions of dollars like Donald Trump in one easy step, would you listen and do it? Guys, if I told you that I could show you how to win any girls heart with one simple action, would you do it? Girls, if I told you that you ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal