Sermons on Running Out Of Time:

Baptism In The Ministry Of Phillip Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 23, 2006

A sermon on the place of baptism in the ministry of Phillip the evangelist.

Baptism in the Ministry of Phillip Acts 8 INTRO.: Phillip was not one of the twelve apostles. He was one of the first deacons, selected in Acts 6. He is described as a man “full of the Spirit and wisdom.” Acts 6:3-5. He was a powerful and capable preacher of the Gospel. There was serious ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Creation Or Evolution

Contributed by Manuel Amparo on Mar 26, 2006

Man bears the likeness of God, not only in his physical appearance, but also in the power of reason.

CREATION - NOT EVOLUTION HEBREWS 11:3, 4 A. THE CREATOR SPEAKS TO US 1. He warns us against science, falsely so-called: 1 Tim. 4:20 a. A theory which questions the Bible - 2 Pet. 3:3-7 b. Which denies that God created this world - 2 Tim. 4:3; Col. 2:8 2. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:3-4

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Benefits Of Serving God

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 23, 2005

There are many benefits to serving the Lord.

From the desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA Correspondence Address: 56 Taylor Cir Carrollton, GA 30117 Email: tjpowers@gfb.org The Benefits of Serving God Psalms 103:1-5 Intro: The Psalmist in his quiet time of prayer is considering the great mercies of the Lord in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-3, Psalm 103:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Cure For Troubled Hearts

Contributed by David Dewitt on May 4, 2004

This is a devotional that I wrote for the church newsletter

The Cure for Troubled Hearts John 14:1 Devotional John 14:1 – Do not let your hearts be troubled; trust in God, trust also in me. These simple words of Jesus can bring us a great deal of comfort and peace when life gets hard. I think that we need to get a better understanding of what Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1

Denomination: Church Of God

Will Of Man

Contributed by Ian Turton on May 24, 2004

We must learn to use our will as an offensive weapon against satan. We must daily take authority over our will & conform it to God’s will. We must be willing to say, “My will is no longer my own”. Daily you must dedicate your will to doing the will of God

Luke 11:2 (NKJV) 2So He said to them, “When you pray, say: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. Jesus taught His disciples & indeed us, what we have termed ‘the Lord’s prayer’. He indicated the importance of the Will of God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:2, Luke 22:42, Luke 22:41-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Emmanuel Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 23, 2004

Part 1 of 4 in series on The Passion, suffering of Jesus Christ in connection with release of new movie directed by Mel Gibson

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family & friendships ------------------------------------------- February 22, 2004 "BEHOLD, THE VIRGIN SHALL BE WITH CHILD AND SHALL BEAR A SON, AND THEY SHALL CALL HIS NAME IMMANUEL," which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23, Isaiah 53:6

Denomination: United Methodist

Dealing With The Kids Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 13, 2004

This sermon outlines some basic biblical principles of raising kids.

Kids are a great joy and a great trial. Joy – birth, first words, first steps, riding a bicycle, graduation, and wedding. Trials – 2:00 AM feedings, spilled milk, broken things, tripping over toys, driving, rebellion, and expensive college. As parents our most important relationship is with our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

Some Good Places To Be.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Apr 8, 2003

PETER SAID TO JESUS IN MATHEW 17 VERSE 4 IT IS GOOD FOR US TO BE HERE. THANK GOD THERE ARE STILL SOME GOOD PLACES TO BE.

MATTHEW 17;4 THEN ANSWERD PETER AND SAID UNTO JESUS LORD IT IS GOOD FOR US TO BE HERE;IF THOU WILT LET US MAKE THREE TABERNACLES ONE FOR THEE AND ONE FOR MOSES AND ONE FOR ELIAS.KJV. PETER SAID TO JESUS IT IS GOOD FOR US TO BE HERE ANY TIME YOU ARE AROUND JESUS THAT IS A GOOD PLACE TO BE. WITH ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Constraining Jesus

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

If we really want the presence of Jesus we must put a demand upon him, He is always passing by but he will only come in where he is invited.

II Ki 4:8 And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where was a great woman; and she constrained him to eat bread. And so it was, that as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread. (KJV) THE PROPHET = THE WORD OF GOD constrained (KJV) 2388 chazaq (khaw-zak’); a primitive ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Leader'ship Development Process"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 15, 2002

David has now been promoted to leadership class 201 from class 101. In class 101 he was introduced to leadership and now he is going to learn some the most important initial applicable lessons about leadership.

"THE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROCESS" (The Leader’s Development) 1 SAMUEL 16:14-23 David has now been promoted to leadership class 201 from class 101. In class 101 he was introduced to leadership and now he is going to learn some the most important initial applicable lessons about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-43

Lord Let My Pain Be For Your Gain

Contributed by Simone Williams on Dec 17, 2003

Pain can be used to Glorify God’s Kingdom

Lord Let My Pain, Be For Your Gain {Text Philippians 1:12-24} Pain – The distress or suffering, mental or physical caused by great anxiety, anguish, grief, disappointment. Punishment, hurt. Gain – The act of getting something, to get an increase, to get by labor to earn The city of Philippi ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Obedience As A Lifestyle

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002

Obey God to the point of risk.

Obey God to the point of risk. GE 6:5-13 The LORD was grieved - his heart was filled with pain. 8 But Noah found favor in the eyes of the LORD. 9 he walked with God. God Warns those who listen to Him Is it moral for God to destroy? Redemption is His first choice, but what happens ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why People Do Not Come To Christ.

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002

What are the issues that keep people from coming to a relationship with the Lord?

Why People Do Not Come to Christ Matthew 19:16-22 Reading: Hebrews 3:1-6, 12-19 Intro: Jeremiah 8:20 One day the harvest will be past. Those who had opportunity to receive Christ will realize that it is too late. The day will come when “the harvest is past” The summer is ended…the time of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22, Jeremiah 8:20

Denomination: Baptist

"Spiritual Amnesia"

Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 17, 2002

Can a person be saved and not remember it? You might be surprised at the answer.

SPIRITUAL AMNESIA Text: 2nd Peter 1:5-11 Introduction- Most of you are familiar with the mental con- dition called amnesia. A person might be invol- ved in an accident, perhaps a blow to the head, and then, for a period of time, not remember a lot of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Check

Contributed by Aaron Kilbourn on Apr 17, 2006

People look in the Gospel of Judas, Hollywood versions of scriptural stories, and scientific discoveries to "enhance" their faith. The problem is that they’re all looking in the wrong places.

Resurrection Check Matthew 28:1-10; Luke 24:1-12, 31-34; John 20:26-31 (READ Matthew 28:1-10) I want to talk a little bit about what people have been looking for lately. Do you know what really raised my eyebrows a couple weeks ago? The Gospel of Judas. How many here have heard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist