Sermons on seeker friendly: showing 721-735 of 7,360

God’s Way Of Winning Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 15, 2012

Philip and the Ethiopian - (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: The Characters • An evangelist called Philip (vs 26) • A eunuch from Ethiopia (vs 27) The Situation. • The servant of the Lord (vs 27) • A seeker of the Lord (vs 27-28) The Conversation. • The helpful evangelist (vs 30 and 36) • The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Brethren

A Christmas Without Grace Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 21, 2014

Grace is evident throughout the Christmas story, what would Christmas look like without grace?

A Christmas without Grace If you think of Grace at all at Christmas it probably relates to the short prayer that you will say over the dead bird at Christmas Dinner and you probably wouldn’t necessarily think of Amazing Grace as a Christmas song but you can’t really celebrate the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

The God Who Protects Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 14, 2022

God providentially accomplishes His purposes through people.

This is a picture of Anatoly, a 26-year-old member of Irpin Bible Church in Ukraine. His last act on earth was carrying the suitcase of a young mother and her two children, as they raced across a collapsed bridge. All four died when a bomb landed nearby. After evacuating his wife Diana and other ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To The Parables Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 15, 2024

During His earthly ministry, as Jesus went about preaching and teaching, He frequently used parables

Introduction To The Parables Series: The Parables Of Jesus (Mt 13:1-3,10-17) INTRODUCTION There are so many great parables told by Jesus Christ in the Bible. These parables are still very relevant to us as modern Christians. All the parables of Jesus Christ teach us, encourage us, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-3

Confronting The Spirit Of The Age Series

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Feb 1, 2001

Confronting the religious mindset of Americans today. (2 of 3)

CONFRONTING THE SPIRIT OF THE AGE © Mark Beaird Text: Acts 17:22-23 Whether one is watching Oprah or cable television where all sorts of people have access to the air waves to share their brand of spirituality one can easily see that many gods are embraced.  David Wells, in No Place ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Joy Of Worship

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Dec 23, 2006

Beloved there is no greater JOY then we find our savior and Lord and worship Him for who he is. Let us encourage every one who is looking by truly enjoying this time of year with all it’s meaning, Jesus was born, God has kept His promise.

The JOY of Worship A visitor in a small Southern town comes across a beautiful Nativity scene. It was obvious that great skill and talent had gone into creating it. One small feature bothers the man - the three wise men are wearing firefighters helmets. Unable to come up with a reason or an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faces In The Crowd

Contributed by Jim Dillinger on Nov 18, 2005

We know the story of the crucifixion very well. Different look at the story from the faces of people from Jesus’ perspective.

Faces In The Crowd Matt 27:32-44 We are at an important juncture today. We are starting into the NEW TESTAMENT as we continue our survey of the Bible. I want us to look at a very familiar story found in all four of the gospels, the death of Jesus. However, I want to look at it from an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Doest Thou Here, O Man? Series

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 6, 2008

The Fourth in the series. Examines the purpose and meaning of life on earth. IT IS THE QUESTION EVERY PERSON SEEKS THE ANSWER TO... Why Am I Here?

From The Desk Of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA WHAT DOEST THOU HERE, O MAN? Sermon 4 Ecclesiastes 1:12-2:11, 12:1-14 Intro: We looked the first week at Elijah and how the Lord came to him in the cave and asked him, “What doest thou here, Elijah?” The next week of our study we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers And Antidote Of Drifting

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 26, 2008

The power of God can keep you from drifting .

SC 7/2008 THE DANGERS AND ANTIDOTE OF SPIRITUALLY DRIFTING HEBREWS 2:1-4 INTRO THIS MESSAGE THIS MORNING IS DIRECTED TOWARD BOTH THE SEEKER AND THE BELIEVER . SEEKERS WHO ARE TIRED OF FLOATING THROUGH LIFE AND FEELING LIKE THEY ARE OUT OF CONTROL. GOD ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Nazarene

Lie: You Have Plenty Of Time To Get Ready Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 15, 2005

One of Satan’s greatest lies is that men have plenty of time to get ready before Jesus comes again.

Series: Lies Satan Tells YOU HAVE PLENTY OF TIME TO GET YOUR LIFE READY 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 As a child I loved to play hide and seek. I loved it no matter if I was the one hiding who was trying not to get caught, or if I was the one seeking who was trying to catch the unexpecting. Although ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, 1 Thessalonians 5:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obedience Now Builds Faith For The Future

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 21, 2008

Most Christians have a general trust in God. When the storms of life come, can we connect His Word with our problems and can we connect ourselves with the God who spoke that Word?(Many thoughts taken from an article by David Wilkerson- These Times Demand

Review Started the year exploring how to keep Jesus Christ out front in our lives in 2008. Last week look at the significance of the church. As we continue to look ahead - had this thought … In many ways a new year is a door or a gate into a future filled with the unknown, whether good or bad, but ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:8

Denomination: Charismatic

See You Soon: Finding Peace In Conflicts Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 11, 2001

A plea to pursue peace even in the midst of conflict

Postcards from the Past: Finding Peace in Conflicts Scripture Reading: 3 John 1-14 Little Billy was playing in the family room while his dad watched the evening news on TV. When the newscaster started talking about rioting and unrest between Israelis and Palestinians, Billy turned to his dad. ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Church Growth

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 8, 2001

More ideas as to what will help the church grow.

CHURCH GROWTH Matthew 28:18-20 INTRO.- ILL.- A Baptist preacher had the habit of going down to the train station every single day to watch the Sunset Limited go by. There was no chore he wouldn’t interrupt to carry out this daily ritual. Members of his church thought he was a bit nuts and they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Going Where The Action Is--Perspectives On The Jabez Territory Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Mar 16, 2002

When Jabez cried out to God “enlarge my territory” he was looking at his present circumstance and concluding, “Surely I was born for more than this"--this message will help us to see where to go where the action is in the Jabez territory.

Today is part 4 of 6 of the challenges of the prayer of Jabez. Going where the action is and some perspectives on the Jabez territory. We are examining the prayer of Jabez. Some of you may have it memorized by now: “Now Jabez was more honorable than his brothers, and his mother called his name ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35, 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Church: It's A Productive Place

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Nov 22, 2006

A practical message on outreach using the early church’s growth as a model for us.

The Church: It’s A Productive Place Acts 2:42-47 & 9:31 INTRODUCTION:(Prop: Houseplant) I want to introduce you to “the plant.” The reason I say, “The plant” is because it is the only plant in our home that is alive. In fact, it’s probably lived longer than any other plant we’ve ever had. My ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31

Denomination: Christian Church