Sermons on Seminary Education:

Open Your Heart To The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 27, 2012

It is more than education we need, we need the illumination of the Spirit. It is more than planning we need, but the leading of the Spirit. It is more than praying we need, but listening to the Holy Spirit.

Christianity is hopeless without the Holy Spirit. He is God’s agent on earth today. • Without Him, there is a disconnection with God; the line is cut off. We won’t fully understand God’s will. • The Holy Spirit reveals the will of God. He reminds us of the words of Jesus; he guides us into all ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-15, John 14:25-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Water Walking 101 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Mar 10, 2014

What does it take to walk on the waters of faith? This message looks at what we can learn from Peter as he stepped out of the boat and walked on water

Water Walking 101 Matthew 14:22-33 Walking on Water requires Courage (14:27) Obedience (14:28-29) Obedience to Jesus’ Commands appears Risky Dependence on our own wisdom actually is Risky Perseverance (14:30-31) Intro Slide Good day. We are about 2/3 of the way done with the New ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Matthew 1:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Success

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Sep 28, 2001

Gives the characteristics of true success from Scripture: spiritual riches not material wealth; righteousness and humility not prominence or position; and spiritual insight not human wisdom or education.

True Success When you look ahead to your future, if you’re normal, you want to have a successful future. In fact, the desire for success drives many of our most important decisions. Something that will make us successful, we do, and something that will make us unsuccessful, we try not to do. We ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Equipping God's People

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on May 3, 2004

Educating the Body of Christ to the power of the Holy Spirit and the whole armor of God as well as understanding that life isn’t perfect after we accept Christ.

Equipping God’s People 1. Beyond Salvation – Isn’t Life Perfect Now? 1 Peter 3:17 – Suffering for what is right “17. For it is better, if the will of God be so, that ye suffer for well doing, than for evil doing.” Hebrews 10:32 – Persecution of new converts “32. But call to remembrance the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Bible Church

A Minister Of Refreshment

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Feb 11, 2003

We want a refreshing person. No special education required. They need to sense the hidden needs, must love without expectations and must encourage. Flatterers are not wanted.

“A Minister Of Refreshment” 2 Timothy 1:15-18 We would like to create a new staff position. We want a refreshing person. No special education required. They need to sense the hidden needs, must love without expectations and must encourage. Flatterers are not wanted. Do you know of anyone who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:15-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Quiet Strategy

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 28, 2025

This speaks of patience and smart movement! Your umpteen educational degrees become just a piece of paper if you lack knack to crack problems with dexterity and wisdom.

QUIET STRATEGY Esther 5:1 On the third day Esther put on her royal robes and stood in the inner court of the palace, in front of the king’s hall. The king was sitting on his royal throne in the hall, facing the entrance. 2 When he saw Queen Esther standing in the court, he was pleased with her and ...read more

Scripture: Esther 5:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

When There Are More Q's Than A's

Contributed by Tim Bond on Nov 18, 2002

When we are forced to live with more questions than answers, we must live by faith.

A few years ago I received one of those tests that Fathers get into trying to be a good “Dad.” We were living in KY at that time, and on that day I had to travel to Scottsburg, IN for a lunch meeting. Trent was in pre-school at the time, except it wasn’t in session that day so I decided I would be ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:4, Habakkuk 3:17-19, Habakkuk 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fat Babies!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 16, 2006

Are you a fat baby?

I was recently at a pastor’s conference in East Texas. The church is definitely a country church and when I say backwoods it was back in the woods! The church is a hundred years old and the pastor is in his eighties and has been preaching fifty-six years. I had a great time. The preachers were ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:15

Denomination: Baptist

One More Chance Series

Contributed by Clark Sneed on Jul 2, 2005

God gives one more chance to his fickle children, one more chance to return to him, one more chance to avert destruction, one more chance to know him and be healed.

Aren’t you glad that God is the God of second chances? This week I have been sick with a nasty bug, which has left me at times with a migraine that keeps me from being able to read. This is one way God slows me down and forces me to meditate. I spent more time than usual laying around thinking ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 36:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Better Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

Jesus is better than OT prophets/angels

Hebrews 1 - Jesus is Better! - 9/16/12 (Start with clip of “Ronnie) This morning, we want to talk about NOT being like Ronnie. Because sadly, in every church, there are many Ronnies in the pew who have NEVER made the decision to grow spiritually. Instead, they come and want the pastor to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Loing Each Other With A Pure Heart Fervently

Contributed by Rick George on Apr 19, 2008

Christians must love each other fervently and this is displayed through our actions toward each other in the working out of our faith together and in our service in the church and in each other’s lives.

Loving Each Other With A Pure Heart Fervently Preached at Skillman Bible Church June 5, 2005 Re-edited and preached at CGEFC December 2, 2007 Main Sermon Text: 1 John 4:7-5:4 Supporting texts: 1 Cor. 13:13 James 2:15-16 Matthew 22:39 1 John 3:11-24 Central Proposition: Christians must love ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Call Waiting Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 27, 2022

If God puts unexpected obstacles in your path to ministry, how should you handle it?

When I graduated from seminary, I had no idea when or where I would be called into ministry. Many of my classmates were luckier. They knew where they were going. They had received a call. I, on the other hand, would not even be eligible to receive a call for at least one year, perhaps two or more. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tips For Teachers

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Have you ever considered what are some of the essential characteristics of a Godly teacher? Too many teachers are interested in teaching others before they educate themselves.

1. Have you ever considered what are some of the essential characteristics of a Godly teacher? Too many teachers are interested in teaching others before they educate themselves. Paul writes, "You who teach others, do you not teach yourself?" Failure of teachers to grow in Christ remains the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The High Chair Vs The Electric Chair?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 9, 2008

We think about the role of Parent’s in raising Godly children. A poll recently stated: 80% of unchurched parents want their children to have a spiritual education.

THE HIGH CHAIR VS THE ELECTRIC CHAIR By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. INTRODUCTION! A. Did you hear about the little boy that went to Sunday School? His Mom and Dad stayed home. They started asking the lad all about Sunday School class? The Mom said: WHO WAS YOUR SUNDAY SCHOOL ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Music Matters!

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 31, 2014

Music matters... 1. Because it helps educate God's people. 2. Because it helps encourage God's people. 3. Because it helps exalt our God.

Music Matters! Colossians 3:16 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Aug 27, 2014 *Think of some of the things we tend to take for granted. There are many things, but with the focus on music tonight, I want to mention the music program of our church. Our Sanctuary Choir rehearses every ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16

Denomination: Baptist