Sermons on Samaria:

James: A Faith That Works

Contributed by Mike Richardson on May 16, 2001

This introduction to James not only reveals who he is but that even the brother of Jesus considered himself a bondservant to Christ.

James 1:1 “JAMES: A FAITH THAT WORKS!” INTRO: The key to James is a FAITH that works!….EXPAND! Prep for James…. I. THE AUTHOR A. HIS RELATIONSHIP TO JESUS 1. A brother of Jesus (Mt. 13:53-58). 2. Jesus spent time with his family after the miracle at Cana (Jn.2:12). 3. At the first he ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Ever Happened To...?

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jun 30, 2001

An inductive message using biblical narratives to lead Christians to the conclusion that the church is changed as a result of individual lives being changed by God.

Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness encouraging God’s people in my care to seek real change in their own lives and to watch God change the church as a result. Response: As they receive communion, Christians will ask God to help them change and to become more like Jesus in attitudes and ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Being An On Mission Church

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jun 28, 2002

In this message I talk about what it takes to be an On Mission church. This was preached after we returned from our first ever church wide mission trip.

Becoming An “On Mission” People NOTE: This message was given the weekend after our church went on our first ever church-wide mission trip to Pidras Negras, Coahilla, Mexico. We talk a lot about ministry here at NCC. The Bible tells us that every believer is gifted in some area or areas to serve ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:36

Denomination: Baptist

The Normal Christian Life Is A Spirit Filled Life Series

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 1, 2002

The Life Jesus came to give according to John 10:10 is an abundant life, This overflowing life is only found in the Spirit. If this is the life Jesus came to give we must conclude that it is the normal christian life.

Eph 5:17-21 The Normal Christian Life: #1 Having been Spirit Filled & #2 Being Full of the Spirit. Jesus First Miracle was that of Turning The Water Into Wine First Full of Water = Salvation Then Full of Wine = The Spirit. The progression is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Ashamed Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Izak Shipman on Aug 5, 2002

The question that faces every Christian, We put it in another way that will touch every heart. Answering the question:What is the Gospel of Christ.

Are you ashamed of the Gospel A First year student came into church one day and recognised the preacher, who was his professor. He said “Oh No. The Lady next to him asked him,"what’s wrong?" Do you know whom that is,that is my professor, when he talks you fall asleep.The Lady asked him: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17, 1 Corinthians 15:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Always Kept Himself Mindful Of God's Power, Promises, And Advocacy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why Jesus Always Kept Himself Mindful of God’s Power, Promises, and Advocacy

Illustration: - The Sufficiency of Christ’s grace - Spurgeon C.H. Spurgeon The other evening I was riding home after a heavy day’s work. I felt very wearied and sore depressed when, swiftly and suddenly as a lightning flash, that text came to me. "MY GRACE IS SUFFICIENT FOR THEE." I reached home ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:2-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is Your Faith?—part I

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 10, 2002

Part 1 of a 2-part sermon. Jesus unveiled the location of His disciples’ faith. Christian faith is to have a specific focus, But where is that focus or rather.... Where does Christian faith take us?

WHERE IS YOUR FAITH-I?—Luke 8:22-25 Jesus unveiled the location of His disciples’ faith. Christian faith is to have a specific focus. Where does Christian faith take us? 1—Christian Faith takes us to THOSE IN NEED(:22) —Explanation:(:22) The Other Side :22—“Now it came about on one of those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 3 (Prayer Partners): Power Of Two-Pray

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 13, 2002

What happens to me when I’m asked to pray for others?

Prayer Partners Series By Elmer Towns Lesson 3: The Power of Two-Pray A. INTRODUCTION 1. Charles Spurgeon, Metropolitan Tabernacle, The Watchers. 2. C. Peter Wagner estimates 20% are intercessors. 3. Evangelism Explosion, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, Florida. Archie Parish overseer of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

El Que Te Acusa, No Es El Que Te Viste

Contributed by Juan Garcia on Dec 1, 2005

Eranos viles, pero Jesus nos viste con ropas de gala.

Tema: “El que te Acusa, No es el que te Viste” Introducción: A mi esposa y yo nos gusta ver programas de televisión que tienen que ver con investigaciones, cuando tratan de saber quien cometió cierto acto; y siempre nos aseguramos en conocer bien los protagonistas del programa. Cuando estudiamos ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 25, 2001

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is viewed by scripture as God’s victory over sin, death and all evil powers. It is ultimately a celebration of heavenly joy.

Sermon for The Resurrection of Our Lord, Year C Based on Acts 10:34-43; I Cor. 15:19-26; Lk. 24:1-12 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson The resurrection; the Day God acted as never before to raise Jesus from the dead. So important, holy and special is this day for all devout Christians, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12, Acts 10:34-43

Denomination: Lutheran

327 – Seven Dips Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on May 21, 2005

Learn the lessons from the seven dips into the water.

Sermon # 327 – SEVEN DIPS 2 Kings 5:1-27 Now Naaman was commander of the army of the king of Aram. He was a great man in the sight of his master and highly regarded, because through him the Lord had given victory to Aram. He was a valiant soldier, but he had leprosy. Note: He had everything ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Reflecting On Y2k

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 10, 2001

A warning against date setting.

Reflecting On Y2K Well, I am here just a few hours away from the end of the dreaded Y2K. There were so many wild predictions from the secular world as well as from many "preachers" that it seemed impossible that we would have made it this far. Unless Christ returns and the world falls ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36, Deuteronomy 29:29

Denomination: Baptist

Bringing Others Along Series

Contributed by Michael Fogaras on Nov 28, 2003

This is #1 in a five part series on the five "No’s" or excuses of Moses.

MOSES, MOSES EXODUS 3:1-11 INTRODUCTION: Testimony of my first sermon, August of 1990. READ EXODUS 3:1-11 Give vision of “Hand to Hand, Bringing Others Along”. HAND TO HAND BRINGING ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

El Piromaniáco

Contributed by Craig Benner on Aug 28, 2007

Dios no juego con fuego. El es el creador del fuego, y lo prende en muchas partes.

El Poder del Fuego Lucas 3:16 Juan respondió a todos, diciendo: --Yo, a la verdad, os bautizo en agua. Pero viene el que es más poderoso que yo, de quien no soy digno de desatar la correa de su calzado. El os bautizará en el Espíritu Santo y fuego. Lc. 12:49,50 49 He venido a echar fuego en la ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Twelve Ways The Holy Spirit Benefits You

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 7, 2004

O let God’s Spirit fill your soul And cast out every sin, Then shall you love both friend and foe And know His peace within

Twelve Ways the Holy Spirit Benefits You (Rom 8:26,27) - "In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express." Illustration: Henry Bosch tells a humorous story about a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational