Sermons on Series Saved Sanctified And Filled With The Holy Ghost:

“be Whole-Hearted” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 1, 2012

Malachi calls the priests of his day to whole-heartedly commit to representing the Lord to the people.

Malachi castigates the priests of Israel for their lack of whole-hearted devotion. While there is truth here to benefit those who serve as leaders among God’s people today, I want us to consider a broader application. Let’s consider how what was said to these priests applies to ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The First Three Commandments

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 9, 2012

They all point to God. These commandments keep us centered so that we can perform on the rest.

Deut 5:6-11 6 "I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery. 7 "You shall have no other gods before me. 8 "You shall not make for yourself an idol in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below. 9 You shall not bow down ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Sermon Of Note To A People Of Need Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 15, 2012

WHAT WE HAVE BEFORE US IS BY FAR THE LONGEST SERMON WE HAVE SEEN IN THE BOOK OF ACTS, AND I WOULD VENTURE TO SAY, IS THE LONGEST OF THE BOOK ITSELF. IT IS ALSO THE FIRST SERMON GIVEN BY A NON-APOSTLE, AND WOULD RESULT IN THE FIRST DEATH OF A NON-APOSTLE.

A SERMON OF NOTE TO A PEOPLE OF NEED ACTS 7:1-8:1 INTRODUCTION: AT THE ONSET, I NEED TO TAKE A MOMENT TO APOLOGIZE FOR THE EXTENT OF OUR TEXT THIS MORNING. LITERALLY, THIS IS A WHOLE CHAPTER. YET, I CAN FIND NO PLACE WHERE THE TEXT CAN BE DIVIDED THAT WOULD NOT DO DAMAGE TO THE CONTEXT. SO, HERE ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"God Refuses To Allow Death The Final Word"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 31, 2012

A sermon for All Saints Sunday.

“God Refuses to Allow Death the Final Word” John 11:1-3, 17-27, 32-44 Revelation 21:1-6a There is a school of thought in some Christian circles that almost views death as so much of a blessing that you are not even allowed to cry… But in the Bible, death is an enemy, and it ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: United Methodist

He Who Is Not Against You Is For You

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 26, 2012

There are a lot of things done in Jesus’ name that He has nothing to do with.Other times, God’s moving/blessing/anointing us, & we discount the move/blessing/anointing because it doesn’t have a particular brand on it

For He Who is not Against You is For You Luke 9:50 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A There are a lot of things done in Jesus’ name that He has nothing to do with. 1 Jim Jones, David Koresh...actions of church people, too. 2 Not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:38-50

Denomination: Baptist

“he Was Before We Ever Were” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 26, 2012

Jesus is the eternal God made flesh.

We are now approaching the Christmas season. Folks are beginning to decorate for the holiday, and are busy planning their celebrations. We all are thinking in terms of what we might give to that special someone, and if we will be honest, we are also thinking of what that special someone might be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

12 Blessings From Obeying The Word Of God

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Nov 29, 2012

If the youth is the future of the nations, then we have to ask this legitimate question: How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word. Psa 119:9

12 BLESSINGS FROM OBEYING THE WORD OF GOD Psalms 119 If the youth is the future of the nations, then we have to ask this legitimate question: How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word. Psa 119:9 Psalms 119 is the longest chapter in the scripture and it gives emphasis ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-165

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Jerusalem

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Dec 4, 2012

What blessings and hopes for mankind are unfolded by the descent of this city of God!

Title: NEW JERUSALEM Text: Revelation 21:2-7, "2 And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. 3 And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:2-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Receiving The Gift Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Dec 11, 2012

A stand alone sermon to be preached during the Christmas season on receiving the forgivenss of God, and granting forgiveness to others and to yourselves.

Receiving the Gift of Forgiveness December 16, 2012 – AM Sermon Psalm 51:1-4; 8; 10; 12 The Christmas season is a joyous time of year. We sing “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” when in reality, it is often one of the most stressful/miserable times of the year. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

How Much Does Christmas Really Cost

Contributed by Jay Mccluskey on Dec 17, 2012

A sermon about how much it cost Jesus to be in a redemptive relationship with us and how we should pay the same costs to be in quality relationships with others.

Each year PNC Wealth Management calculates the cost of buying all 364 items repeated in the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” The financial services company tracks the items - including gold rings (up big), swans (more expensive than you think) and maids a-milking (at minimum wage) ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Texting God

Contributed by Michael Vaughn on Dec 19, 2012

Going deeper in your relationship with God, why that is important, and how you can be excited about it. Move beyond texting God to being in relationship with God.

I talked to someone who had recently lost a loved one, and I talked to someone who had a loved one in ICU this week. And I was thinking about Sunday mornings, and thinking about this small amount of time we have together, and thinking about how I want to say something to help encourage you, to try ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Speaking With Tongues 1 Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Sep 1, 2010

Life or death, the Kingdom or the world, what comes out of your mouth? If you speak it out you will eat its fruit. Some thoughts on God's design for us to communicate effectively because; good communication is essential to good living!

Speaking with tongues! Proverbs 18:21 Lofty’s lovely voice (You tube) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qYVid7BAz8 Poor old Lofty, how many of us have finished being part of a conversation walking away, feeling less than when we entered into it? (Show of hands) This is a very common ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Sovereingty Of God

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 2, 2010

God is a Rock, and sometimes He cannot be moved.

The Sovereignty of God Sept. 1, 2010 Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Young girl in Springfield 1 Entire city, region is in prayer a Billboards, yard signs, prayer meetings b With all the attention...what if she doesn’t get any better? 2 We’ve travailed in prayer for ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Our All Sufficient Savior

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Sep 5, 2010

God is able to see us through even in the most difficult and threatening situations

Our All Sufficient Savior The Book of Mark Mark 4:35-41 I. Introduction A. We have all had those times in our lives when we get into situations that seem hopeless. 1. You have done everything in your power to straighten things out and still everything seems lost. 2. Those experiences are called by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

You Have All You Need

Contributed by Casey Lieneman on Sep 25, 2010

Rather than comparing ourselves to the rich man or Lazarus, congregation members are invited to see themselves through the five brothers of the rich man. Jesus’ parable reminds us we have all we need, God’s Word.

Luke 16:19-31 Grace and Peace to you from our Lord and Savior Jesus, who is the Christ I want to start off today’s message with a little pop quiz for you. Now don’t worry this isn’t something that either myself or pastor will but I want to test your Biblical literacy. In other words…how well do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran