Sermons on Soul Scrubbing:

"An Anchor Of The Soul..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Aug 30, 2005

When you can’t change the wind, adjust your sails. God has promised He will be our anchor. Let’s examine it together!

INTRODUCTION The anchor. How important is it? Anyone with any sense would tell you "Never leave shore with out one..." Hundreds of stories could be written about the times ones anchor saved a lot of heartache, time and money! The Christian life is a lot like a ship out on the sea. Storms can ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:19

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Fro Troubled Times And Troubled Souls

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 25, 2003

This message was presented shortly after 9/11 and deals with our future hope and present help in times of fearful circumstances.

“Hope for Troubled Times and Troubled Souls” Introduction In these past weeks, many of us have witnessed images we would rather not remember. • Burning buildings. • Falling bodies. • Panic filled streets. • Flesh laced rubble. • Commercial jets encased in skyscrapers. • Monuments collapsing and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Protein Shakes For The Soul - Getting In Spiritual Shape

Contributed by Brian Mavis on Oct 30, 2000

We are to train for godliness like we train our bodies in the gym. I use the analogy of physical training to explain spiritual training.

[Note to pastors: This sermon started a new ministry. In this sermon I invited people to share in a ?distance devotional program.? See point 8. I had over 400 families sign up for this!] ------------------------------------------------------- Can you believe it is the last Sunday of 1998? There are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Entering The Dark Night Of The Soul - And Its Exit

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Nov 5, 2000

The psalmist was downcast in spirit and gave voice to Dejection but after an outpouring of grief it gave way to Reflection on God’s gracious provision, which led him to Restoration in hope in God.

ENTERING THE DARK NIGHT OF THE SOUL - AND ITS EXIT Do you ever feel "in the dumps?" This happens when the "feel good factor" has worn thin. There could be any number of causes that bring this on. "If people don’t feel good, they’re discouraged and discontented. Yes, feelings are important. If ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Enlarge Your Soul Through Grief And Loss Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 12, 2011

Part 5 in series Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, this message looks at how the acknowledgement of grief and loss is ultimately part of spiritual and emotional health. Dave also warns that those who decide to begin living authentically will often be res

Enlarge Your Soul Through Grief and Loss Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, prt. 5 Wildwind Community Church November 7, 2010 David Flowers 1 John 3:18-20 (MSG) 18 My dear children, let's not just talk about love; let's practice real love. 19 This is the only way we'll know we're living truly, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-20

Denomination: Free Methodist

Loving God With All Your Heart And Soul

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 10, 2010

First message of three-part series on loving God from Mark 12:30.

Loving God with All Your Heart and Soul Mark 12:30 January 10, 2010 Introduction Folks, you just need to know that this message is going to be a little longer today, okay? But let me clue you in on something: you get better service and they put out fresh food on the buffet after the main rush, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

Denomination: Wesleyan

P90x For The Soul - Bible Study Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 6, 2010

Paul tells Timothy that Scripture is useful for several things that are required in our life so that we can be equipped for every good work. What are those things and what can we do to put ourselves in a place to receive those things in our life so that

P90X for the Soul Bible Study 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Series Introduction P90X promo Slide after video Bring it! I had to show some of the promo for P90X because I find it pretty funny and a bit over the top. P90X or Power 90 Extreme, is an extreme home fitness workout program that has sold over 2.5 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

5 Great Motivations Of Effective Soul Winners

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Sep 6, 2010

Indeed, Paul lives a meaningful and exciting life. He found the reasons for living and accomplished the purpose of his very existence. He died a happy man because he found the right motivations.

5 GREAT MOTIVATIONS OF EFFECTIVE SOUL WINNERS (2COR. 5:1-21) The apostle Paul is one of the great examples of a soul winner. He survived and defied all hardship and challenges of his mission because his eyes are focus on the five great motivations of his life. Let us therefore study these five ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David: The King Who Bared His Soul Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Feb 25, 2009

Ash Wednesday: Are we open with others and God about our sinfulness? We learn from king David’s life that God honors openness and "bared-soul" confession. (Note: While sermon is original, the theme is based in part on sermon helps from Concordia Publishin

A man after God’s own heart… a woman after God’s own heart? – Beloved, let us take an honest inventory – see how we stack up: My overdependence on food for comfort instead of God has created its own public witness. We know that Jesus’ divinity peeked through at his transfiguration - - but for me, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Take A Load Off: Rest For The Weary Soul Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Jul 20, 2006

Our part in receiving God’s promised Rest

Intro: Have you ever just had one of those days or weeks where everything seems to be falling apart around us or the pace of life seems overwhelming and we’re not sure how much more we can handle? A while back, I found a newspaper article online from Tacoma, Washington. It was the story of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Take A Load Off Your Soul, Brother!

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 30, 2006

Message regarding the peace and rest offered by Jesus.

Take a Load Off Your Soul, Brother! Matthew 11:25-30 March 19, 2006 Introduction I went to some of the games at the State “B” basketball tourney this weekend. My nephew Bo, all 6’ 3” of him was playing for the team from Hurley. During the Friday game I commented to my brother’s friends that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Wesleyan

Why So Downcast O My Soul?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 26, 2007

A sermon on Psalm 42:5, 11; Psalm 43:5 about putting our hope in God. (Outline and portions adapted from articles in the Lookout Magazine [http://www.lookoutmag.com/] by authors William Richard Ezell and Victor Knowles)

Sermon for 11/25/2007 Why So Downcast O My Soul? Psalm 42:5, 11; Psalm 43:5 Introduction: Hope springs eternal in the human breast. Especially if the heart beats within the breast of a loyal and long suffering Chicago Cubs fan like me. “Just wait until next year!” WBTU: A. Many people today ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Much Do We Care For Souls

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Dec 13, 2006

It’s a sad commentary when no one cares for men’s souls.

Souls? Text Psalms 142:4 “I looked on my right hand, and behold, but there was no man that cared for my soul.” Introduction: It’s a sad commentary in Psalms 142. "No man cared for my soul.” It’s an indictment to the church when such conditions arise. We expect the world and its systems ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Can God Really Save Your Soul? Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Nov 12, 2008

Can God really do what He says about saving your soul? Yes, he can and this sermons points to all the beautiful assurances of that in the Bible.

Can God Really Save Your Soul? John 3:16-17 Intro In this passage detailing the conversation between the Lord Jesus Christ and Nicodemus, the Lord says, very plainly, that He came into the world to provide salvation for all men. The matter of salvation is of vital importance to every person ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

What It Takes To Be A Soul Survivor Part 2 Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on May 10, 2008

Surviving today requires that believers develop a godly mentality, a strategic plan and an understanding of the spiritual tools given to us by the Holy Spirit. Survival requires dedication to press in to God and in following His lead. In part 2 of this

What it takes to be a Soul Survivor Soul Survivor Pt. 2 Text: 2 Corinthians 4:7-11 We looked last week at, in my opinion, one of the greatest biblical examples of survival recorded in history, - Job. We’ll be coming back to Job throughout our journey to becoming a Soul Survivor but today, I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational