Sermons on Settling:

Releasing The Blessing Series

Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002

Peter had learned some keys to releasing the blessing and power of God and shares them in 1 peter 3:8-12

1 Peter 3:8-12 VCC October 4, 1998 Releasing the Blessing Releasing or hindering the blessing Peter is writing to a group that has been persecuted, lied about, mistreated, falsely accused, hauled in front of magistrates, ridiculed for being a Christian, very aware they did not fit in this world ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12, Psalm 37:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keys To Steadfastness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Many people proclaim their loyalty but steadfast people are hard to find.

Keys to Steadfastness (Acts 21:1-14) 1. Paul’s steadfastness serves as an inspiration and a challenge for any person who contemplates just settling for second best. ILlustration:Consider the postage stamp: Its usefulness consists in the ability to stick to one thing till it gets there. Josh ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You Stand Alone

Contributed by Russell Darby on Sep 29, 2001

Ten things to do when you feel alone in your situation.

Job:14:1: Man that is born of a woman is of few days, and full of trouble. Heb:13:5: Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. Troubles will come in our lives. Job:14:1: Man that is ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1, Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of His Coming

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

God can be trusted that in His own time, He will return.

Title: The Promise of His Coming Text: 2 Peter 3:4-13 Introduction: I have an announcement. "I received a phone call before entering the pulpit. In 20 minutes the Lord will be returning to earth to take those prepared to go with Him, back to heaven." ‒ What would that mean ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:4-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shakin' Ourslelves Out In The World Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 22, 2003

Fourth sermon in a series dealing with how we can make a difference for Christ in the world

SALT SHAKIN’ OURSELVES OUT IN THE WORLD MATTHEW 28:19-20 ACTS 8:1-4 INTRODUCTION: From the beginning of this series on SALT -- we have attempted to emphasis that salt is only effective if applied. "Shake or Cake" are the options available to us. Left too long to itself, salt transforms from a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-4, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do We Take Up An Offering

Contributed by Jon Miller on Apr 9, 2005

This sermon answers the question of the purpose of taking up an offering in the church

In Matthew, Mark, and Luke 1 out of every 6 verses deals with money. Of the 29 parables Christ told, 16 deal with a person and his money. Giving to the lord was established all the way back in the book of Genesis When abel brought his sacrifice unto the Lord Then under the law the children of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41

Liberated Series

Contributed by Erick Adams on Apr 17, 2005

This is third in a series of sermons from the book of Ephesians.

LIBERATED Rev. Erick J. Adams Kiel Alliance Church April 17, 2005 Ephesians 1:7-8 * Because of the sacrifice of the Messiah, his blood poured out on the altar of the Cross, we’re a free people--free of penalties and punishments chalked up by all our misdeeds. And not just barely free, either. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Honor The Lord With Your Wealth

Contributed by Dennis Cortes on Dec 29, 2003

This is a straightforward practical exposition of Proverbs 3:9-10.

HONOR THE LORD WITH YOUR WEALTH -- Proverbs 3:9-10 “Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine.” 1. There is a Command. -- Proverbs 3:9 “Honor the Lord with your wealth and with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah's Vision Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 5, 2004

God is in the reconstruction business.

Nehemiah’s Vision Nehemiah 1:1 – 2:4 Background The Jewish people had been taken into the Babylonian captivity and had been captive to Babylon for 70 years. Then, in 530 BC the armies of Persia broke the Babylonian supremacy and the King of Persia released the Jewish remnant and encouraged them ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Towers

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Jan 29, 2004

We learn from the story of the Tower of Babel the futility of trying to make a name for ourselves.

I. Making a name We see in the first chapters of Genesis that people basically chose one of two paths. A few of them humbled themselves and followed God, trusting in him and his protection. Such were the descendents of Seth. The other group was principally the descendents of Cain. These ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The Way And The Truth And The Life

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Mar 3, 2004

A short sermon for a traditional service to reach older folks.

¡§I am the way, and the truth and the life¡¨ Lunchtime experimental service 4 March 2003 1-1.30pm John 14:1-6 STAGES Life brings its seasons! - all sorted & settled- and then things change o look back and think „X ¡¥this is so different!¡¦ „X how did I get here? - Chatting with my Mum (80) ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Leaders' Spiritual Life - (Part 5 Of 7) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime

1. Not a new convert 1 Timothy 3:6 The word for "new convert" is neofuton-from which we get the English word "neophyte." It literally means "new plant." Don’t put a "new plant" in a position of leadership. "New plants" need nurturing, they need fertilizer, they need someone to pull the weeds ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going Back.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 6, 2004

We, who were at one time in bondage to sin, when Jesus come into our heart and life, He breaks the bondage of sin and sets us free.

Going back. Galatians 2:1 -- 10. 10/03/04 The thing we need to remember about the book of Galatians is that the message of Paul is under attack. When he went to Galatia, he preached salvation by Grace through faith plus nothing. In comes the false teachers, teaching salvation by the Grace of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Running The Race.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 9, 2004

In the verses we have this morning he says we are like runners. He compares the Christian life to a runner.

Running the race. Philippians 3:12 -- 16. 10/10/04 We have been talking about in the book of Philippians how the Christian life is a life of joy. We have learned that our joy doesn’t depend on the circumstances and situations in which we find ourselves. Our joy is in knowing the Lord Jesus as ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Drawing Nigh Unto God

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on May 4, 2005

God Wants Us To Come closer to Him in our Personal walk. However, this is a "Holy God" that we are drawing nigh to. Are we really sure that we want to come closer to Him? God alone can see us for what we really are and there is nothing that is hidden from

Drawing Nigh Unto God: Text: James 4:8a " Draw nigh unto God and He will draw nigh unto you....." Introduction: James, the brother of our Lord and the leader of the New Testament church, admonishes this infant church to grow by --- "Drawing nigh unto God." God expects us grow ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8