Sermons on Running A Race:

Unashamed, Persuaded And Confident

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 14, 2004

The three things that had characterized his ministry were very evident in the last days of Paul’s life. He remained unshamed, persuaded and confident.

UNASHAMED, PERSUADED AND CONFIDENT “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me His prisoner, but share with me in the sufferings for the gospel according to the power of God, who has ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of A Rested Soul

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Aug 27, 2002

There is nothing more powerful and effective than a believer who has a rested soul. Discover the importance of being refreshed and renewed daily

The Power of a Rested Soul February 2002 Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Weary – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace Is What You Need For Times Like These

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Oct 17, 2001

WE ARE LIVING IN A DANGEROUS, FEARFUL TIME COMPARATIVE TO THAT OF NOAH. NOAH LIVED IN VICTORY AND WALKED WITH GOD. GRACE WAS HIS SOURCE OF STRENGTH. FOCUS ON "AS IT WAS IN THE DAYS OF NOAH" AND "NOAH FOUND GRACE"

GRACE IS WHAT YOU NEED FOR TIMES LIKE THESE MATT 24:32-39 & GEN 6:5-8 FOCUS - AS IT WAS IN THE DAYS OF NOAH & NOAH FOUND GRACE I. BREAKING DOWN MATTHEW 24 A. Matt 24 deals with Israel’s future and the second coming of Christ at the end of the tribulation period B. 3-14 deal with first 3 1/2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-39, Genesis 6:5-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Cleanse The Temple

Contributed by David Dailey on May 23, 2003

Junk builds up sometimes a good house cleaning is in order

CLEANSE THE TEMPLE II Corinthians 6:16-18 & 7:1. Having therefore, these promises dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves of all filthiness, of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. Notice that God is saying that we are the temple where he chooses to dwell, and he is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Witness Protection Program

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Mar 8, 2007

A outline of the guarding of our souls by Christ, and a view from the FBI witness protection program (web site)

Witness Protection Program 1 Peter 1:1-5 Introduction: Witness protection is the process in which witness are protected against intimidation before there testimony or criminal retaliation. The U.S. Federal Government both relocates and gives new identities to witnesses who risk there lives giving a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Three "C's" Which Lead To Happiness

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Feb 14, 2008

Condition of the Demonically Possessed man - before and after Jesus came to town

Three “C’s” Which Lead to Happiness Mark 5:1-20 January 13, 2008 AM 2008 has already seen its share of trouble. In Alabama alone, churches have been torched and a family of children has been thrown off of one of the state’s tallest bridges – as a motive of revenge. Sin will encompass each one of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Salvation Is By Faith In Jesus Christ

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jun 15, 2007

We are called to pass on the baton of our faith as we received it. This sermon reminds us that salvation is by faith in Jesus and nothing else.

Sports days are upon us once again at our local schools and I had a sense of “been here before” when I was watching my son Matthew practising his sprinting and his baton changing in the relay races at the Junior School this week. Some of the baton changes were smooth and effective, others were slow ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: Anglican

Work Or Chance? Series

Contributed by Donovan Myers on Jun 15, 2007

Gambling is ok because it doesnt hurt anybody, right??

I wish to continue my deliberation on the Value of Work by looking at Gambling. There has always been the enticement to put out a little with the hope to win a lot. And it is an even greater enticement when we have things likes the lottery. So that since life is so hard and money is so scarce, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Let's Go Fishing

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Jun 15, 2007

Do what Jesus commanded and go be fishers of men. Get out of the boat (the church) and reach the lost for Christ.

Let’s Go Fishing Luke 5:1-10 Parkersburg Baptist Church October 17, 2004 --Retell the story in own words I. How did Peter Catch the fish? A. Vv 4-5 Peter went where he was told 1. Lord we’ve toiled all night and caught nothing. But he went out anyway. 2. Why don’t we as Christians even though we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Relentless: Playing To Win

Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 25, 2006

Michael Jordan said: “I play to win. And I will not let anything get in the way of me and my competitive enthusiasm to win.” How does this philosophy apply to our Christian lives?

RELENTLESS - PLAYING TO WIN (Consumed Youth Conference in Courtenay, BC) INTRO TO SPEAKER: Director of the Revolution Master’s Commission, youth pastor for the past 14 years, married with 4 children. ILLUSTRATION: How many of you have heard of Michael Jordan? · He led his team to 6 NBA ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: *other

Preparing Your World To Meet Jesus-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 27, 2009

Jesus’ ministry expansion began with a mission briefing. What must a mission briefing cover to prepare the world to meet Jesus? 22 principles to prepare your world for Jesus. Part 3 of a 5-part sermon.

PREPARING YOUR WORLD TO MEET JESUS-III—Luke 10:1-16 Need: Palm Sunday is the time when Jesus entered Jerusalem as their King. He was refused when the people realized the kind/type of King He was. Palm Sunday—Preparing the world to meet Jesus. Jesus ministry expansion began with a mission ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Little Changes Make Huge A Huge Difference

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Dec 28, 2008

This message actually is about setting goals rather than making resolutions. What do you need to change?

This is the last Sunday in 2008. That’s hard to believe isn’t it? It seems like the years are flying by faster than ever... Around this time every year we start thinking about changes and many of you start thinking through resolutions. Believe it or not, this year, I don’t have a huge list of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Conquering Sin (2): My View Of Sin Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 31, 2008

Learning to see my sin with the same hate God has for it while simultaneously seeing myself with the same mercy and grace God has for me are vitally important steps towards experiencing victory over sin.

A correct view of sin. A struggle with a few verses: (Most are direct references, a few are paraphrased) How long, O God, will you allow our enemies to mock you? Will you let them dishonor your name forever? Why do you hold back your strong right hand? Unleash your powerful fist and deliver a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 36:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Can Learn A Lot From An Ant

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 12, 2009

Many of lifes greatest spiritual truths come to us through the most unusual things. God uses natural things to teach us spiritual things.

6 Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: 7 Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler, 8 Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest. Jesus said, Work while it is day for the night cometh when no man can work.. Jesus said Walk while you have the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christian Attributes (Acronym)

Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Aug 11, 2009

An acronym of the word Christian

The Attributes of a Christian C. Commitment, Romans 6:16 Fifty-six men signed the Declaration of Independence. Their conviction resulted in untold sufferings for themselves and their families. Of the 56 men, five were captured by the British and tortured before they died. Twelve had their homes ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ