Sermons on Secular Influence:

The Perks Of Being Chosen

Contributed by Michael De Rosa on Jan 2, 2007

to show the church how to allow God’s word to so richly dwell I them that they will relate well with one another, for Christ tells us that if His name is lifted up He will draw all people to himself

Introduction One of the greatest experiences we can ever have is to get along with one another. One of the greatest thoughts we can ever embrace is that God not only wants the same thing but gives us the tools to do it. Today I want us to explore part of God’s word for us that shows us just ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Free Methodist

To God Be The Glory

Contributed by Ellis Wedel on Jan 4, 2007

Expository sermon explaining how we give God glory.

Welcome to satellite churches. Illustration: Subject: Wedding Anniversary Roger was in trouble. He forgot his wedding anniversary. Patti was really angry. She told him "Tomorrow morning, I expect to find a gift in the driveway that goes from 0 to 200 in under 6 seconds AND IT BETTER BE ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

U Can Change

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Jan 9, 2007

Practical steps on how to change.

U-CAN CHANGE CAMPUS MESSAGE A young soldier and his commanding officer were traveling by train in western Europe in the late 1800’s. By chance an elderly grandmother and her young and pretty granddaughter got on the train and sat down with the two military men. As they engaged in pleasant ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Genesis 5-11

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 10, 2007

An overview of the people and events from Adam to Noah.

As we continue our trip through GENESIS, let’s recap … LAST WEEK’S MESSAGE In Chapter 1, the first thing we learned was God is. Not that God is this, or God is that, but simply that God IS, and that God is eternal. We also discovered that, even though we act like we are the creators, He is ...read more

Denomination: *other

How Do You Like Your Word?

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jan 12, 2007

Everyone is looking to be entertained and discover the answers to lifes questions in the most unrealistic ways. From movies, books, tv, psychics we wants answers. What we don’t realize is that the answers to all questions is already on everyone’s shelf co

How Do You Like Your Word? Pastor Ryan Akers Part 1- January 7, 2007 Some of the historical research and quotes from this message were borrowed from Pastor David Washburn. I want to thank him and i gave him full credit for the way he spoke of the history of this passage very clearly. (VIDEO- ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Holy Spirit And Church Growth

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Jan 15, 2007

Learn about the Holy Spirit and how he grows the church.

THE HOLY SPIRIT AND CHURCH GROWTH The Holy Spirit Is Great The Holy Spirit Does Great Things Through People Be filled With The Holy Spirit As we begin this year we have many plans. Plans personally and as a body of believers. We want to see wonderful things happen in our personal lives as well ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Holding Back In 2007

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Jan 15, 2007

Don’t hold back this year!

NO HOLDING BACK A single step with no regret is our theme today. There’s a saying “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. How do we take those steps that we need to take? How do we live with no regret? To look back over your life sometimes can be filled with regrets and bring ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pray Pray Pray

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Jan 16, 2007

Three areas to be pray about this year.

PRAY PRAY PRAY Pt 1: PRAY FOR JESUS TO BE GLORIFIED Glorified in the greek is the word doxazo meaning to magnify, extol, praise. John 11:1 Now a man named Lazarus was sick. He was from Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. John 11:2 This Mary, whose brother Lazarus now lay ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Have Bible Anorexia?

Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 16, 2007

Christians that don’t hunger and thirst for the Word of God are an oxymoron!

Do You Have Bible Anorexia? "Yes, days are coming, says the Lord GOD, when I will send famine upon the land: Not a famine of bread, or thirst for water, but for hearing the word of the LORD. Then shall they wander from sea to sea and rove from the north to the east in search of the word of the ...read more

Scripture: Amos 8:11-12

Denomination: Catholic

Every Doeg Has His Day!

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 18, 2007

Doeg the Edomite is guilty of telling half-truths and committing a great atrocity at Nob. Psalm 52 is David’s response to this evil man’s sinful actions.

Grant Avenue Baptist Church 2215 Grant Avenue Redondo Beach, CA 90278 (310) 376-7890 Pastor David Wilson Pastor’s Cell Phone 310) 213-4586 Deacon Mike Chavez (310) 379-9058 abimilech@ca.rr.com Every Doeg Has His Day I Samuel 21:1-9 The context of this event is that David has just been warned ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 52:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Back To The Bible Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jan 24, 2007

Scripture is the guidebook that provides the only reliable directions for spiritual formation.

Back To The Bible 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 Where do we go from here? Where do we get our directions? On the Friday after Christmas, I had the opportunity to hang a garage-door opener. Before I did anything else, I opened up the manual. On Tuesday, January 2, Timothy began the journey back to Groton, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Value Of God's Word Series

Contributed by Stephen Elmer on Nov 5, 2006

When You Recognize The Great Value Of God’s Word, Its Sufficiency Will Become Plain And Evident In Your Life As Well!

Introduction: 1. We Have Looked At The Sufficiency Of God’s Word! Answered The Question: “Is God’s Word Enough?” Now, Look At The Value Of God’s Word! 2. Read Psalm 19! 3. There Is Great Value In The Word Of God! And As You Recognize Its Value, It’s Sufficiency Will Become Plain And Evident ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible: Seven Things It Can Do For You

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Nov 5, 2006

In this familiar scripture, we can the step by step growth of a christian from salvation to mature christian through training, all done through the power of God’s inspired Word!

KNOWLEDGE OF SIN BUT EVIL MEN AND SEDUCERS SHALL WAX WORSE AND WORSE...BUT CONTINUE THOU IN THE THINGS WHICH THOU HAST LEARNED… VV13, 14 For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23 It is by the Word of God that we KNOW that we are sinners. It is also by the Holy Bible that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:13-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Listen Attentively Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 9, 2006

Find out what it means to hang on every word of Jesus, just as the crowds did during the life of Jesus.

"Listen Attentively" Luke 19:47-48 Welcome to Day 36 in our 50-Day Adventure! Today’s theme is Scripture, and we find ourselves in Luke 19 where we see a very intriguing set of words. Yes, there is an interesting phrase in Luke’s gospel, chapter 19 and verse 48. I’d like you to turn to it, would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:45-48

Denomination: Baptist

Last Will Be First Series

Contributed by Tim Adour on Nov 13, 2006

A close look at apparent contradictions in scripture that are really powerful truths to live by. Powerpoint available.

CONTRADICTIONS LESSON II THE FIRST SHALL BE LAST October 15, 2006 IF YOU WERE HERE LAST WEEK YOU ALREADY KNOW WHERE I’M GOING. FOR THOSE WHO WEREN’T HERE LET ME ASK YOU THIS . . . WHEN YOU HEAR THE WORDS “COUNTRY MUSIC,” WHAT DO YOU THINK OF? LAST WEEK I MADE A JOKE SOME DIDN’T FIND FUNNY, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God