Sermons on Selective Hearing:

Faith Not To Faint, Forget, Fret, Or Fear

Contributed by Rev. K. Michael Bryant on Dec 15, 2002

A study in the strength of faith.

Amazing grace how sweet the sound. I want to start this morning with a little testimony. (I told a story about a trip to Atlanta and how I didn’t run from the Lord) So this morning when the phone rung at 6:00 AM and I was asked to preach for the Pastor at the 8:00AM service…I was reminded of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful!

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 25, 2012

Heed the caution that is given to us through the ages.

Be Careful! August 17, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Heed the caution that is given to us through the ages. Focus Passage: Ephesians 5:15-21 Supplemental Passage: Introduction: An angel appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean that in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel's Preparation For Babylonian Captivity

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jun 24, 2009

Outline showing how the Lord prepared Daniel for his life in Babylon

Daniel’s Preparation for Babylonian Captivity-First Sixteen Years in Judah 1. Born into the Royal Family of Judah (Daniel 1:3,6) [Great-great grandsons of Hezekiah/Kings Seed-Josephus] 2. Raised during Great Revival/Reforms of Josiah one of Judah’s Godliest Kings (II Chron 34,35) ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Chosen

Contributed by Harold Ihua on Jun 15, 2022

Irrespective of what the believer in Christ Jesus is going through in life, it is wisdom for us to realise that we are the chosen of God.

1Pe 2:9 What does the bible mean when it says awe are a chosen generation? It means to have been selected by God from many options, it means to be special, to be his favourite, not just as an individual but as a people in Christ. It also means to be equipped or empowered to do well in life, Jn ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, Philippians 1:27-29, Romans 8:33-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spark For End Time Revival

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 18, 2024

God is always ahead of time, and when He wants to do something, He plans far in advance. For instance, when God wants to send a revival, He prepares a young person or a team by giving them a burden for the revival long before it takes place

God is always ahead of time, and when He wants to do something, He plans far in advance. For instance, when God wants to send a revival, He prepares a young person or a team by giving them a burden for the revival long before it takes place. Consider Evan Roberts, who was prepared for 11 years ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:3

The Results Of Serving Diligently And Selflessly

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 27, 2018

when we serve God with all our heart through serving the Man of God we selflessly help to push the Kingdom Agenda

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE RESULTS OF SERVING DILIGENTLY AND SELFLESSLY Acts 6:5-7King James Version (KJV) 5 And the saying pleased the whole multitude: and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Ghost, and Philip, and Prochorus, and Nicanor, and Timon, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:5-7

Denomination: Charismatic

The Biblical Perspective On Evolution Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 9, 2024

In this sermon, we'll examine the biblical perspective on evolution and why it's a science fiction.

The theory of evolution has been a topic of debate for centuries, with many people accepting it as scientific fact. However, from a biblical perspective, evolution is a flawed theory that contradicts the clear teachings of Scripture. In this sermon, we'll examine the biblical perspective on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31, Psalm 19:1-6

Stewardship

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 25, 2005

One of the things in Christian circles that tends to be done in a careless manner is the handling of money. The apostle Paul in this passage organizes the collection of funds for the saints in Jerusalem so that it will be managed honestly and faithfully.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A man had a heart attack and was rushed to the hospital. He could receive little company and was to avoid excitement. While in the hospital a rich uncle died and left him a million dollars. His family wondered how to break the news to him with the least amount of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

Problems

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 10, 2004

God helps Moses with his problems in leading the Israelites.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: According to the Bureau of Standards in Washington, a dense fog covering seven city blocks to a depth of 100 feet is composed of less that one glass of water. That amount of water is divided into about 60 billion tiny droplets. Yet when those minute particles settle ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:16-35

Denomination: Baptist

Condition And Promise Of Wisdom

Contributed by Daryl Grimes on Oct 17, 2002

God promises to provide to His children wisdom; but there are some conditions that need to be met.

Wisdom--something all of us need but can never seem to get enough of. Is it available to us, or just a select few Christians? Is there a price to be paid to receive it? Let’s see what the word of God has to say in the book of Proverbs, chapter 2. The Condition (vv. 1-4)--Notice the Verbs: 1. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

What God Calls His Children

Contributed by Randy Sceroler on Jan 10, 2007

Have you ever wondered What names God calls you and I? Well you do not have to wonder any longer

What God Calls His Children 1. He Calls You and I Believers: this Describes Our Convictions. Acts 5:14 And all the more believers in the Lord, multitudes of men and women, were constantly added to {their number} 1 Tim 4:12 Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but {rather} in speech, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Destroy Your Enemies

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 6, 2021

There are a lot of differences between Christianity and other religions. One of those differences is the way we treat our enemies.

SO, HOW ARE WE TO REACT TO OUR ENEMIES? The natural reaction of one who does not know Christ is to strike back and to seek the greatest retribution possible. BUT THIS IS NOT THE CHRISTIAN RESPONSE Illus: D.L. MOODY, IN ONE OF HIS SERMONS, PORTRAYS THE LORD JESUS GIVING DIRECTION TO PETER AFTER ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

Operating The Motivational Gifts Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 29, 2009

Whatever the spiritual realm is, it bestows on people a range of accomplishment abilities that go beyond mere skill or knack. A gift of the Spirit is something that God gives for the purpose of building up others in a life of faith.

Opening illustration: Living Unaware of Our Vast Fortune Come with me into West Texas during the Depression. Mr. Ira Yates was like many other ranchers and farmers. He had a lot of land, and a lot of debt. Mr. Yates wasn’t able to make enough on his ranching operation to pay the principal and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tell Me The Great Things Series

Contributed by Mark Adams on Oct 23, 2015

Fifth in a series on Elisha. The Shunammite woman and Gehazi are recurring people in Elisha's life. God's word is powerful to work, in spite of the messenger. Make space for the word of God to be heard and received in your life.

SLIDE: Shunnamite Woman > The Woman from Shunem’s Story Spread throughout Elisha’s ministry are encounters with this woman from Shunem. Her part of the story begins back in chapter ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 8:4-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

His Name Shall Be Called......

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jul 30, 2013

I would like for you to look with me in this message at this the first name of ISAIAH 9:6, and let us see if He is worthy of this name.

TITLE: HIS NAME SHALL BE CALLED….. SCRIPTURE: ISAIAH 9:6 I am not sure about you, but I was growing tired and weary over the past 9-months hearing about Prince William and the Duchess, Kate as they waited the arrival of their first child. Maybe it is because our cultures are so different ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist