Sermons about Simple Pleasures

Why Faith?

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Aug 5, 2017

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This very simple 5-point expository outline answers five of the many questions about why faith is important. I suggest doing a simple Keynote Presentation and working your way through the Scriptures provided in an expository manner.

Why Faith? Text: 2 Corinthians 5:7 1. You can't get saved without it ¥ Ephesians 2:1-10 2. You can't please God without it ¥ Hebrews 11:4-6 3. You can't get what you need from God without it (It’s the formula for manifestation) ¥ Mark 11:22-24 4. You can live the God designed life without ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, Ephesians 2:1-10, Hebrews 11:4-6, Mark 11:22-24, Habakkuk 2:4, Romans 1:17, Galatians 3:11, Hebrews 10:38, 1 John 5:1-5 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

What Is All This Talk About Being Born Again?

Contributed by Neal Bishop on Jan 13, 2005

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A small and simple explanation of what being born again is all about.

There are a number of belief systems in the world today, and naturally, they all claim to be “The Truth.” So, if we define truth as being relative to things that change, then what is presented by any belief system has to be equal, in validity, to anything else presented. This would be so because ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Conviction And Salvation For All Mankind.

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jan 19, 2017

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The Salvation Army internationally currently has a theme of "The Whole World Mobilising". God has a theme of Salvation for mankind through Jesus Christ. this is a short challenge to pray for people worshipping at places of worship of in Sri Lanka.

Conviction and salvation for all mankind! One of this month’s readings is from Isaiah 45:2-3. New International Version (NIV) 2 I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron. 3 I will give you hidden treasures, riches ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:2-3, Isaiah 46:9-10, Joel 2:28-29

Denomination: Salvation Army

Beauty Perishes

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 6, 2015

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When we ignore God and His power and try to do things in our own power and might, we would wither away quickly! Caveat!

Beauty perishes! James 1:11”For the sun rises with its scorching heat and withers the grass; its flower falls, and its beauty perishes. So also will the rich man fade away in the midst of his pursuits.” For many years I did not get any flowers from any students, but few students who ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Search For Meaning Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 23, 2023

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In your pursuit of meaning in life, look beyond your own hands; look beyond your own head; and look beyond your own heart. Look beyond the sun to the Lord, who died for you and rose again.

Since its founding in 1995, people have used eBay to sell billions of items. They include some odd products and occasionally something priceless. For example… In 1954, the great physicist Albert Einstein penned a personal letter to philosopher Erik Gutkind in which he defended his views on ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:12-18, Ecclesiastes 2:1-17, John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

I Have Good News

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 8, 2002

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A Simple Discription of The Gospel Message and How It Applies to Our Needs.

Scripture: Romans 1:16 Title: “I Have Good News!” Introduction: It has been said by scholars that the book of Romans is the PRINCIPLE part of the New Testament. Throughout the centuries this Epistle has been able to furnish the impulse for SPIRITUAL RENEWAL. When the CHURCH has drifted away from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17, Mark 12:41-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Mean It? Really?

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

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Simple message of the why’s of worship and the how’s of worship.

John 4:19-24 – You Mean it? Really? A man went to church with an angel as guide. The church was filled, but oddly, there was no sound. The organist played, but no music could be heard; the choir’s lips moved, but no song came forth. The pastor went through the motions of preaching, but the man ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Lifted Up, Looking On, And Let It Be Known Series

Contributed by Josh Mcdowell on Mar 10, 2005

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This is a simple study of verses 9-11 of Acts Chapter 1.

Lifted Up, Looking On, and Letting it be Known Acts 1:9-11 1. Lifted Up / He was lifted up… (v.9) a. …after He said these things (what did He say) (v.9a) He had just said you should be MY witnesses in verse 8. Jesus emphasized the word MY there. He stressed that word in His sentence. It was the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The King Lives - Easter 2005

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Mar 29, 2005

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The Simple Truth - The King Lives and what this means for us today.

The King Lives Pastor Glenn Newton March 27, 2005 JN 11:25 Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; 26 and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?" Phil. 3:10 “I want to know Christ and the power ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

God Is The Greatest Giver

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Dec 17, 2005

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This is a short but simple sermon that would be good for any Christmas Service.

God is the Greatest Giver Acts 11:17 At this time of the year there is a lot of talk about giving. I was listening to a talk show on the radio the other day and the topics that were mentioned was focused on this subject. How much and how often should you give to the Salvation Army with the bell ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:17

Denomination: *other

It's Time To Serve The Lord

Contributed by Andrew Huson on Nov 23, 2004

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A call to change from a mindset of simple believing to a mindset of discipleship

It’s Time To Serve The Lord “The Call Of Jesus” THEOLOGY AT NW Thankful for mentor opportunity Fan of my dad’s preaching 12 year list of best Last week was one of my personal top 3-get tape Something stirring-conviction -Andrew you must seek me -I have been so busy with life that I haven’t taken ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Oreos, A Shotgun, And The Bible

Contributed by David Marks on Mar 8, 2008

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Sermon is to give individuals simple reminders of the importance of reading Bible.

I. Meditate Day and Night (OREO) A. Have you ever walked down the cookie isle at a grocery store and noticed how many different types of Oreos there are. Regular, Double Stuffed, Peanut Butter, Chocolate Covered, Bars, even Ice Cream. When I was growing up there was only one kind ¡V an Oreo. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer A Why When How Introduction

Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 3, 2008

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A simple introduction to prayer for a Church that didn’t pray together

Genesis 18:23-33 Luke 11:1-13 You know I hear more comments about how difficult it is to pray or how confusing it is that God sometimes seems to answer and other times doesn’t or how God doesn’t really hear us or how nothing really changes because of our prayers. So I figure we need some teaching ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:23-33

Denomination: Methodist

Mother's Day Meditation - Hannah

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Sep 6, 2008

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A simple Mother’s Day meditation based on the story of Hannah.

Mother’s Day Meditation Read: What is a Mother? (From The Tale of the Tardy Oxcard) We all have a mother. So...We all have expectations of what a mother should be. Each one of us place (and have placed) certain expectations on our mothers. We expect Mother to be there when we most need ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

Salt And Light

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Sep 6, 2008

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A simple sermon on what it means to be "salt" and "light" in our world.

Salt & Light Lake Bronson 8 Feb. 98 Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16 A recent secular survey, where 1300 senior executives across America were asked to list, in order of priority, what they thought was the most important characteristic within an organization. - 90% listed integrity as # 1 - 90% ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

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