Sermons on Secret Weapon:

The God Of The Impossible

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Dec 17, 2002

Nothing is impossible for God, and sometimes He asks us to do the impossible

Luke 1 December 15, 2002 Nothing is impossible with God. – Luke 1:37 Back, at least 8 years ago Mitchell’s (the Christian bookstore) had a huge sale. They called it their garage sale. They brought out all the damaged books, the books that had been gathering dust in their warehouse, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-38

Denomination: *other

The Message Of The Cross

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 23, 2002

Paul declares, "The Jews stumble over the cross. And the Greeks think it is foolishness. But others see in it the power & wisdom of God." And there are still those 3 kinds of people in the world today.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX (This is an update and a revision of a message that I preached back in 1994.) ILL. There is a story about a little girl who proudly wore a shiny cross on a chain around her neck. One day she was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

7 Spiritual Gems You Have Lost Series

Contributed by Paul Jesudoss on Nov 21, 2002

oh!church of Ephesus!you have left First Love!! This is the time to sit and examine to search the lost Gems, New Annointing is in the Land of Living 2003.

7 Spiritual Gems you Have Lost If wealth is lost nothing is lost, If health is lost something is lost, If character is lost everything is lost. are you sad to think that you lost some thing in your life, you need not worry about it, because " The Son of man ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:5-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 31, 2003

The gifts of the Spirit have split churches and keep Christians apart – and they bewilder non-Christians – so that the church becomes a circus than a place to get saved. But there are good reasons for the gifts if used properly.

For an audio copy of this message go to: www.LivinWatersWeb.com With all the controversy over spiritual gifts – why have them at all? The gifts of the Spirit have split churches and keep Christians apart – and they bewilder non-Christians – so that the church becomes a circus than a place to get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Makes A Great Church

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Sep 12, 2002

Sermon on the qualities that make a dynamic church that people will want to be part of.

TITLE: What Makes a Great Church, part 1 TEXT: Acts 2:42 THEME: Church growth. Health, evangelise P.S. Rick Warren states, and I agree, that the key issue for churches in the 21st Century will be church health, not growth. Because when a congregation is healthy it will grow. INTRODUCTION: We all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

Overcoming A Positive Self Image

Contributed by Tim Bond on Sep 14, 2002

Sometimes the challenge human beings face is overcoming their own pride.

Read Text: Luke 18:9-14 It has been one of the watch words of the past 10+ years. All sorts of societal ills have been blamed on the tendency of people to consider themselves more soberly than they ought. We’ve heard the catch-phrases, low self-esteem, a poor self-image. I have heard statistics ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Can Be Holy

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Sep 16, 2002

The Scriptures tell us “As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance; But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; Because it is written, Be ye holy: for I am holy

“Life Can Be Holy” The Scriptures tell us “As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance; But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; Because it is written, Be ye holy: for I am holy.” (1 Peter ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Envy Trap Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 10, 2002

God tells us that godliness with contentment is great gain. But there is one trait that gnaws at the heart of many Christians that can deprive them of that contentedness. What is it, and how can we defend against it?

TEXT: I Timothy 6:3-10 TITLE: The Envy Trap OPEN: How many of you have heard of the tooth fairy? (The question met with a little laughter as everyone raised their hands). I read a story not so long ago about a woman whose 2nd grader had collected a fair amount of money from the "tooth fairy." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The True Nature And Purpose Of The Church

Contributed by Martin Scarce on Nov 11, 2002

Everyone has an idea of what the church is and its purpose. But what does Jesus say about the church? What is his desire and purpose for the church? Based upon the confession of Peter Jesus reveals the truth about the church.

“The True Nature and Purpose of the Church” Reading – Matthew 16: 13-25 INTRODUCTION Illustration: When I was growing up there were a number of experiences that left an indelible impression upon. I think we all go through an impressionable stage in life. For me, the thing that left an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-25, Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Plunder Of Providence Series

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Aug 6, 2003

The eighth commandment: Do not steal. Details many ways that stealing has become commonplace. Christians should not steal, but work for their needs and for others

Introduction In New York City, there are eight million cats and eleven million dogs. New York City is basically just concrete and steel, so when your pet dies, you can’t just go out in the back yard and bury it. The city would dispose of your dead pet, but charged $50 So one lady had this great ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15, Ephesians 4:28

Denomination: Baptist

Unity

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 3, 2002

Paul calls for us, the body of Christ to be a unity. Are we?

First Baptist Church November 3. 2002 Ephesians 4:1-6 Unity Maybe you missed it or maybe you even watched it and didn’t even notice it. When the San Francisco Giants starting line up was announced, during the World Series, each player would jog over to the first base line, and they would give ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Counting The Costs And Benefits Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 18, 2006

Our involvement in reaching lost people will involve numerous costs, but the benefits outweigh the costs.

Introduction: A. Life is full of choices, isn’t it? 1. I read a story about a family who was moving cross-country and decided to drive both of their cars in the move. 2. Their 8 year-old son became very worried about this. 3. He asked his father, “How will we keep from getting separated?” 4. His ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

America

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 27, 2006

July 4th Sermon

I am an American, and I love America. I love America because of its GREATNESS. It is great in territory, resources, strength, beauty, and achievements. I love America because of its GRACIOUSNESS. America has shared its wealth, its scientific discoveries, its medical accomplishments will all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Birth Of Christ

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Nov 14, 2005

Three reasons Christ’s birth should cause us to praise.

Luke 1:26-38 The Birth of Christ Woodlawn Baptist Church November 13, 2005 Introduction Read Luke 1:26-38. In our last message from Luke 1, I told you that when God invades our lives, He alone chooses the time He will do a thing, the people He through whom He will work, the methods He will use ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

C. S. Lewis' Mere Christianity (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jeff Cheadle on Nov 14, 2005

A summary of the first half of C. S. Lewis’ Mere Christianity including Right and Wrong as a Clue to the Meaning of the Universe and What Christians Believe

The Life and Legacy of C. S. Lewis #2 “Mere Christianity” (part 1) Mark 8.27-31 C. S. Lewis’ Mere Christianity was originally delivered as a series of radio talks over BBC during the height of World War II. The idea for the broadcasts came from J. W. Welch, an Anglican priest who was religion ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed