Sermons on Sharp:

Proper Etiquette For Using The Utensils Of Truth Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT

BIG IDEA: THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT (IN THE FIGHT AGAINST ERROR – AS OPPOSED TO FALSE TEACHERS) INTRODUCTION: I. (:14-19) STAND FOR THE SHARP KNIFE OF THE WORD OF ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Are The Blessings?

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Mar 8, 2002

When God’s people hear His Word and respond to it, blessings will come.

I. Where Are the Blessings, Preacher? (Neglected Foundations) A. Text: Haggai 1:2-11 B. God says, ‘Your house looks good, but what about mine?’ C. Our history begins with the Babylonian exile in the past, and a newly returned group of Jews (some 50,000) were back in the land. This would give way ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:2-11

Wedding Sermon

Contributed by Brendon Bridges on Mar 30, 2002

A wedding service to encourage 3 healthy habits in a marriage. Written for an unsaved couple, encouraging the hope and enclusion of Christ in their lives

SERMON ---- 3 Habits of an Effective marriage!! A bride was very nervous. It was right before the service. She wasn’t sure she could even walk down aisle. Her mother gave her some words of calming wisdom. She said to her. “Honey, there’s only three things you need to focus on. If you focus on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4, Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Eagle Believer

Contributed by Adedotun Ojelabi on Oct 23, 2001

Discussed ten qualities of an Eagle Believer.

THE EAGLE BELIEVER Christians are made to be the best in any area of their lives. It is because of this that we are created in the image and likeness of God. However, this is not always the case as you have a lot Christians still struggling in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31, Job 39:27-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Nicodemus And The New Birth Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002

What kind of attitude do I need, what kind of attitude do you need if God is to operate freely within our lives?

Nicodemus and the New Birth (John 3:1-21) Question: What kind of attitude do I need, what kind of attitude do you need if God is to operate freely within our lives? TS------„³Let¡¦s make some observations about this issue as we look at the life of Nicodemus. I. The Story of Nicodemus 1. Came ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 15, 2005

One word sums up the Christian walk: Faith. Biblically defined, faith embraces and embodies the very fabric of our relationship with God by grace.

Few words in scripture relate to our eternal destiny like the word: faith. Love, hope, repentance, obedience, confession, all are interconnected and woven into the principle of this one expression: faith. Faith is a central word in the gospels, and in all the New Testament. In fact Jesus favorite ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Neccessity Of A God Given Vision For The Local Church

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jun 25, 2003

This sermon reminds us that the survival and growth of the church is predicated upon the knowledge of its God-given vision.

Introduction: No organization will survive without vision. Apart from vision, individuals will perish. Without vision our children will perish. Without vision, communities will perish. Without vision, churches will perish. Without vision, societies will perish. Without vision, lost souls will ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18, Proverbs 29:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

A View Of The Church Part 1 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jan 27, 2007

View of the Church Part 1 of 2 in the series of I Corth.

A VIEW OF THE CHURCH (Part 1) 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 Introduction A. The Corinthians were proud of their gifts and their wisdom. They seemed to be critical of Paul’s simple message. B. Paul tells them he must keep his teaching simple because they are “mere infants in Christ” (v. 1). C. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Willie Fagg on Nov 19, 2007

Insiprational

"Fruit of the Spirit" is a biblical term that sums up the nine visible attributes of a true Christian life. Using the King James Version of Galatians 5:22-23, these attributes are: love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness and temperance. We learn from scripture that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Failure Of A Blunt Cutting Edge

Contributed by Wah Lok Ng on Nov 13, 2006

When we are spiritually blunt, we are umproductive. We work hard but produce little results.

FAILURE OF A BLUNT CUTTING EDGE By : Ng Wah Lok Text : 2 Kings 13 :14-21 Introduction. We lose our cutting edge when we become comfortable in our Christian life. Our lives become blunt and ineffective. We drift along instead of aiming for God’s goals. King Joash was such a man. We have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-21

Denomination: Charismatic

Religion And Politics

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 6, 2005

Sometimes Christians suffer because of their faith, but God is able to deliver and make it right.

Religion and Politics Acts 12:5 INTRO.: A man once said "I guess no one should talk about religion or politics." I informed him I disagreed since my livelihood involved talking about religion. When he discovered I was a preacher, he proceeded to fill me in on why he didn’t attend church. I had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Study2 - Revelation Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001

Study two of the Book of Revelation.

Study 2 The Setting THE Prosecuted Preacher (vs. 9) Brother – member of the brotherhood of believers Companion in Tribulation John 16:33 Acts 14:22 Romans 5:3 & 8:35 2 Corinthians 7:4 Kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ Kingdom – the Messiah on the throne of David Patience of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Methodist

Study5 - Revelation Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001

Study five of the Book of Revelation.

To Elevate” Pergamos – The Indulged Church which was married to the world. Pergamos represents the Church Age between AD 314 – 590. The church has become a state church and it began to move away from the person of Jesus Christ. October 28, AD 312, Constantine heavily outnumbered charged the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Weakness Of A Strong Man

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 1, 2004

A message on elements of the Christian life.

THE WEAKNESS OF A STRONG MAN Judges 16:20-21 INTRO: I once heard the testimony of Paul Anderson, the world’s strongest man at the time. In his testimony, he tells how he was brought under conviction and accepted Christ as he personal savior after listening to the testimony of someone who was in a ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Missionary Commissioning

Contributed by Mark Wood on Jul 28, 2006

Dr. Wood shows his listeners four things the Church at Antioch had that the church desperately needs today.

The church at Antioch became the model distribution center of its day. That is what churches are to be A distribution center for the Gospel. Not just for its local area but focused on the world God gives the routes in Acts 1:8 But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; ...read more

Denomination: Baptist