Sermons on Sordid Gain:

Real Gospel Preaching Series

Contributed by Larry Finley on Mar 30, 2010

Characteristics of the Mechanics of Gospel Preaching

1. FRUITFUL – not in vain Vs. 1 a. 1 Corinthians 15:14-17 And if Christ be not risen, then is our preaching vain, and your faith is also vain. 15 Yea, and we are found false witnesses of God; because we have testified of God that he raised up Christ: whom he raised not up, if so be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

You Decide Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 12, 2010

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Conversations With God".

Family Worship May 2, 2010 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Conversations With God [#3] YOU DECIDE Habakkuk 2:4-20 Introduction: Isn’t it interesting how we get mad at God when He doesn’t seem to be paying attention to us; but when He does answer our prayers, we ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:4-20

Denomination: Baptist

Habakkuk Part 2 Series

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Apr 26, 2012

Even though God may use evil people to do His work, their deeds will not go unpunished.

Habakkuk Part 2 I. RECAP A. The Man 1. Not much documented facts concerning Habakkuk. B. The Times 1. 612-606 BC a. Nineveh has fallen. b. Assyria is on the decline. c. God is raising up the Chaldeans. 2. No real dominant world power; none on the horizon. Babylon was a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Used

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 24, 2012

We are used by God. We see miracles. We see His hand work through our hands. Is that enough? Is there more?

Used I. Introduction Thankful to be here. We are glad you are part of Restore and believe that you are key in ministering to a specific group of folks that need fellowship, accountability, and attention. II. Text Judges 13:24-25 24 Then the woman gave birth to a son and named him Samson; and the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reaching The Mountain Peak

Contributed by Bill Burress on Mar 5, 2012

Getting to the top is difficult and the Christian life can at times be a struggle and requires desire, perserverance, guidance, and bravery. This meassage makes a comparrison to going to the top of Pike's Peak.

"Reaching The Mountain Peak" There are many reasons people go on vacation. Some just to rest, some to just get away from the daily routine, and some go to visit relatives. Have you ever seen the Vacation series movies? Terrie calls me Clark Griswald when we go on vacation. I go ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dividing The Rebel From The Victor

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Feb 14, 2013

In 1922 Smith Wigglesworth declared in his sermon in the Wellington town hall “Step out of your soul and into your spirit” The question of how do we Step out of our soul and into our spirit without becoming a religious fanatic is a good and valid one.

In 1922 Smith Wigglesworth declared in his sermon in the Wellington town hall “Step out of your soul and into your spirit” The question of how do we Step out of our soul and into our spirit without becoming a religious fanatic is a good and valid one. The answer is found in the book of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Not One - A Message For Christmas

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 3, 2012

Watching tv christmas story and I was stirred in the 'spirit of Christmas'. But then I realized that this 'spirit of Christmas I was experiencing, which brought all those good feelings of love and friendship and fellowship and the wonder of ... The north

2010.12.13 No not one William Akehurst HSWC No not one Romans 3 Vs. 10  No, not one.   Vs. 17  The way of peace 23,  all have sinned and come short of the glory of God 24, justified by his grace through the redemption I love the songs of Christmas, although sometimes I think they come out too ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mild Mannered Man

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Sep 7, 2010

As we look at the life of Jesus Christ it helps us understand more about the nature and character of God. Jesus exhibited meekness, not weakness, for the higher cause of mankind’s salvation.

Mild Mannered Man Mtt 16:13-17 Peter- standing in the physical presence of Jesus- but his understanding- did not come by- natural senses. His understanding- who Jesus was-came by revelation. Today, each person needs- same revelation of Christ. Much can be learned about Jesus by His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Charismatic

Pearls Of Joy In The Ocean Of Pain: Three Reasons For Rejoicing In Suffering Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 6, 2014

Living as a Church in a Foreign Land Pearls of Joy in the Ocean of Pain: Three Reasons for Rejoicing in Suffering

Living as a Church in a Foreign Land Pearls of Joy in the Ocean of Pain: Three Reasons for Rejoicing in Suffering 1 Peter 4:12-19 David Taylor We are in our last mini-series in 1 Peter, “Living as a Church in a Foreign Land,” where Peter tells us how to live life of discipleship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"It Is Time To Get Off The Bench" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 17, 2014

A lot of us are content with watching others share their faith. This lesson will challenge you to get in the game of life.

he Ultimate Decision June 25, 2014 Many of you are asking the Lord to show you how to be a Warrior for Him. You have decided that playing it safe sitting on the bench while comfortable is not exciting anymore. Know I will be praying for you to be able to throw off all that enticement that comes ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-6

Losing Our First Love

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015

We need to remember our first love as a church

I. What distracts us from the gospel We live in a world today where the body of Christ is caught up in to many things of this world. And this includes far too many preachers. Men we are called to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to be a witness of Him and lead our people to do the same. Satan ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Most Difficult Words Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 21, 2018

Let’s look at Mark 8:27-38 and our call to a selfless life.

Prelude The most difficult words Jesus ever spoke are NOT the ones that are hard to understand, but the ones that are easy to understand and hard to obey. Because being a true follower of Jesus is so difficult, early Christians took time before the most important season of the Christian year to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Baptist

An Occult Case Study Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 8, 2017

To better understand the right perspective toward occultism, we can look at the most detailed instance of it in God’s Word.

An Occult Case Study (I Samuel 28) 1. What do you call a psychic midget who has escaped from prison? A small medium at large! 2. Why do people consult fortunetellers and spiritists? Occult’s lure: about me and my family (brain/emotion). 3. Dale Carnegie: sweetest words a person’s own name. When ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 28:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Poverty Can Be Caused By The Love Of Pleasure Series

Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Apr 1, 2017

Part 9 of the Sermon Series, "Rich Man Poor Man in Proverbs"

"Whoever loves pleasure will be a poor man; he who loves wine and oil will not be rich" (Prov. 21:17). The two lines in Proverbs 21:17 give synonymously parallel meanings in a chiasm, as follows: A Whoever loves B pleasure C will be a poor man C1 will not be rich B1 wine and oil A1 He who ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:17, Proverbs 27:9, Ecclesiastes 2:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Poverty Caused By Oppression Is Reversed By Divine Judgment Series

Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Apr 16, 2017

Part 15 of the Sermon Series, "Rich Man Poor Man in Proverbs"

"A poor man who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food" (Prov. 28:3). "Whoever multiplies his wealth by interest and profit gathers it for him who is generous to the poor" (Prov. 28:8). Having studied God’s principles on poverty and prosperity thus far in Proverbs, the question ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:3, Proverbs 28:8, Proverbs 15:16, Exodus 20:25, Deuteronomy 23:19, Leviticus 25:35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist