Sermons on Salvation Growth Assurance:

Wanted: Dead Then Alive Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Jan 20, 2007

By recognizing the symptoms, we can smell the stench of death and allow Christ to bring us to new life in Him.

1. Symptoms of death a.The first symptom is a dead nature (2:1) b.The second symptom is a dead walk (2:2) c.The third symptom is dead conduct (2:3) 2. Qualities of life a.The first quality is living hope (2:4-7) b.The second quality is living grace (2:8-9) c.The third quality is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Lord Is It I

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 22, 2007

This sermon will explore the evidence of salvation.

Introduction: Matthew 26:21 Now as they were eating, He said, "Assuredly, I say to you, one of you will betray Me." Christ had just given a prophecy concerning His betrayal. One of His disciples would betray Him, so the question was asked: "Lord is it I?" With this thought in mind, I would ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21

Denomination: Baptist

A Summary Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 28, 2007

In this sermon, Paul gives us a six-point summary of the gospel--the good news of God.

Scripture In his commentary on Romans John MacArthur points out that a quick look at any newspaper or a passing glance at a weekly news magazine reminds us that in our world most news is bad and seems to be getting worse. What is happening on a national and worldwide scale is simply the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Greatness Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 29, 2007

Exposition of 1 Peter 1:10-12

Text: 1 Peter 1:10-12 Title: The Greatness of the Gospel Date/Place: LSCC, 5/15/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: Karl Barth’s statement about the greatest thought ever to come across his mind. B. Background to passage: Referring back to the salvation being continually obtained, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Come And Dine

Contributed by Robert Goodrich on Jan 29, 2007

Invitational

I. Read the Text II. Give the Background III. Proposition/Focus: Vs 12 "Come and Dine" IV. Describe a huge, tasty meal This meal, in order to complete the task that it was designed to do, takes six steps to complete. V. Divisions --It must be PLANNED (Expound) --All parts of meal ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

Part 1 - Are You In A Relationship With God? Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Feb 7, 2007

Part 1 of the Week of Renewal 2007 series. The topic this year was Being Doers of God’s Word. Part 1 looks at your relationship with God.

4th Annual Week of Renewal 2007 “Being Doers of His Word” House of Faith www.PS127.org January 19: Are you in a relationship with God? Pastor Bruce Shields Guest Speaker: Nancy Kramer WELCOME Format † Open with Prayer † Sermon † Prayer / Response Time † Guest Speaker † Prayer / Response ...read more

Scripture: James 2:18-20

Denomination: Bible Church

Paid In Full: Matthew Series

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Feb 7, 2007

During this series we will look at seven people who came in contact with Jesus, met the penetrating eyes of Jesus, responded to the offer of Jesus, and were made new by the transforming power of Jesus. Matthew the tax collector saw his sin debt paid in fu

INTRODUCTION TO SERIES AND SERMON (from pulpit) False gods – the gods people make up – despise sinners. But the one true God loves sinners (Manning, Ragamuffin Gospel, 22). Brennan Manning, author of The Ragamuffin Gospel says, “Whatever our failings may be, we need not lower our eyes in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Near Is Not Enough

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Feb 9, 2007

Nearly never made any one a Christian

Near Is Not Enough Mark 12:28-34 When our children were little we would travel from Washington to Brunswick usually about twice a year. We would no sooner get on the road than I would hear a voice from the back seat, “Are we there yet?” My answer would be, “It’s not far.” Anyone who has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Crucial Cross Of Christ.

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Feb 12, 2007

The crucial cross of Christ is a look at the centre piece of Christianity.

Mark 15.16-41. The Cross of Christ The Cross is central to Christianity without it there would be no faith, it is the crucial work of Christ upon that cross which brings atonement (at one with God) The cross not only has a big impact on our lives but also on our language. The word crucial ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:16-41

Denomination: Baptist

Good News When Feeling Rejected Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 14, 2007

Rejection and its cure

Audio @ http://www.adrian.warnock.info/2005/10/good-news-when-feeling-rejected.htm Good news when feeling rejected Gal 1:11- 2:16 Intro REFER BACK TO LAST GAL TALK AND QUOTE 1:3-4 Everyone has experiences in live of rejection and acceptance. ’Sticks and stones may break my bones but names ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Living Dead To Truly Alive Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Apr 2, 2007

... follow along as we step through this text together you will learn that moving from the living dead to being truly alive gives you reason to “LIVE out LOUD”.

From Living Dead to Truly Alive Ephesians 2:1-10 Today’s text is perhaps the single greatest explanation of how we arrive at a “LIVE out LOUD” Christianity in the Bible. Paul explores the radical transformation we experience because of God’s resurrection salvation – from death to life. Today, I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by Don Jones on Apr 9, 2007

The message looks at the identity of Jesus as found in John 7. The brothers, the people, the Pharisees and Jesus give us the answer to the question, "Who is Jesus?"

Who is Jesus? John 7:1-44 Introduction In a 1983 Gallup poll Americans were asked "who do you think Jesus is." 70% of those interviewed said Jesus was not just another man. 42% stated Jesus was God among men. 27% felt Jesus was only human but divinely called. 9% states Jesus was divine because ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Lost?

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 12, 2007

This sermon compares being physically lost in the darkness to being spiritually lost.

Introduction: I look forward to this time of the year for a couple of reasons. First of all, I really enjoy deer hunting, which my father and I were able to do for a little while yesterday. But something I enjoy as much as hunting is just being out in the woods with my father, which is something ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Your Samaria?

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 12, 2007

Who are the people you would rather avoid or bypass altogether? Jesus went to those who were on the fringe of society and made a difference. We can do the same as we are empowered by the Holy Spirit.

April , 2007 Where is Your Samaria? “and He must needs go through Samaria.” John 4:4 INTRODUCTION: The shortest route from Jerusalem to Galilee was on the high road straight through Samaria, but most people would take the longer way around in order to avoid the Samaritans. A strong rivalry and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

How Do I Get Into Heaven?

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 14, 2007

What is Heaven and how can I be sure that I’m heading there?

"When you speak of Heaven, let your face light up. When you speak of Hell, well then, your everyday face will do." ~ Charles Haddon Spurgeon This morning, we’re going to speak about Heaven. So I expect all your faces to light up. In the church, when we talk about Heaven we’re usually talking ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan