Sermons on specified complexity: showing 301-315 of 7,480

Purpose For Christ Series

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 7, 2012

When you are BROKEN, remove the thinking of, “Well, if the Lord wants to BLESS me, He’ll BLESS me.” EVERYTHING is UNDER YOUR CONTROL! You are a CHILD of GOD! The Lord have ALREADY BLESSED (w/o FINDING FAULT) you, it’s all up to you to POSSESS it! RISE UP,

“KNOWING your IDENTITY. Why am I here for?” I. P - POSSESSION through CHRIST. II. P - POSITION in CHRIST. III. P - PURPOSE for CHRIST. Scripture – Luke 15:28-32 (Good News Translation): 28The older brother was so angry that he would not go into the house; so his father came out and begged him to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:28-32

Denomination: *other

Dragnet

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 15, 2011

The gospel is available to the entire sea of humanity

The casting. The gospel is available to the entire sea of humanity, people of every kind. Nobody is so high the net cannot reach them, and none are so low that the net cannot descend to them. None are so small that the net cannot embrace them. None are so big that the net cannot wrap around them. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:47-52

Denomination: Baptist

No Excuse

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jun 28, 2021

Benjamin Franklin said, "He that is good for making excuses is seldom good for anything els." I think that God would agree. Because He says those who deny His existence are without excuse.

6-27-2021 NO EXCUSE Romans 1:18-25 Benjamin Franklin said, “He that is good for making excuses is seldom good for anything else.” I think that God would agree. Because He says those who deny His existence are without excuse. Our text for today, Romans 1:18-25, tells us: 18 For the wrath of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is There A God? Series

Contributed by Ricky Burke on Feb 1, 2001

This is the first sermon in a series entitled, "The Basic Questions of Life."

"Is There a God?" Acts 14:17 and other selected Scriptures We’re beginning a new series of messages on what I call "THE BASIC QUESTIONS OF LIFE." We’re going to examine questions such as: Is there a God and if there is, what is He like? Is the Bible accurate and reliable? How did we get ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:17

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are You Here Today?

Contributed by James Pridgen on May 12, 2021

Why are you here today?

Why are you here today? I recently spoke with someone about their feelings about attending church. They said that they were hesitant to go to church because of what other people are doing. They would look around and see disinterested distracted people that are not paying attention to the message. ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Accurate Measurement

Contributed by Jason Duncan on Oct 30, 2007

People often measure righteousness and morality by comparing themselves to others. This sermon discusses a more accurate way to measure righteousness.

*Scripture references from Luke are from "The Message". Scripture reference from James is from the NIV. We are going to take a silent moral inventory this morning. We are going to take a look at several pictures of famous figures and – as you see each picture – I want you to think about this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Second Chances Aren't Enough. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 14, 2024

Some people may seek second chances, not to make amends or change their ways, but to continue causing harm and destruction in our lives.

Some people may seek second chances, not to make amends or change their ways, but to continue causing harm and destruction in our lives. It's essential to recognize this pattern and take steps to protect ourselves from repeat offenders. The Bible warns us about those who would lead others ...read more

Scripture: John 2:19-20, Matthew 10:14

Closing Greetings Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

SOUND DOCTRINE IS PROFITABLE BECAUSE IT ALWAYS LINKS GENUINE FAITH TO GOOD DEEDS

BIG IDEA: SOUND DOCTRINE IS PROFITABLE BECAUSE IT ALWAYS LINKS GENUINE FAITH TO GOOD DEEDS I. (:8) PROMOTE SOUND DOCTRINE WHICH IS PROFITABLE A. Attitude: Promote Sound Doctrine with Confidence "This is a trustworthy statement and concerning these things I want you to speak confidently" Kent : ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gambling And Risk Taking

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. Gambling is an issue in our society and everywhere we look there is something to remind us of that fact: a. Lottery drawings (Pick 3; Pick 4; Super Lotto, etc.) b. Pete Rose (did he or did he not gamble on pro baseball games?) c. Bingo at local clubs and churches; horseracing; Atl. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-6

The Leaders' Interpersonal Relationship-(Part 3 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

It’s interesting that Paul uses four negative expressions to specify how the godly leader must live. Some things simply must not be present in his life. Those four are counter-balanced by one positive characteristic. 1. Not violent 1 Timothy 3:3 I like the King James rendering-"Not a striker." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Outline Of Acts 4:1-22

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on May 4, 2021

Peter and John were arrested after they healed a man born lame, as recorded in Acts 3. Now they're on trial, the next day, before a group of Israel's leaders. What happened next? (This is another outline from a miniseries on Acts I preached several years ago.)

Introduction: In Acts 3, Luke records how Peter and John were on their way to the Temple to observe and take part in the afternoon time of prayer. While on the way there, they saw and then healed a man who had been lame from his birth. Peter preached another message to the crowd who had gathered in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Quit- Real Success Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 12, 2022

This is the 103rd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 5th sermon from 2 Corinthians.

Series: Action [#103] DON’T QUIT- REAL SUCCESS 2 Corinthians 3:1-3 Introduction: How do you measure success? There are many opinions to this question. People have been searching and chasing after true success for years; but most have come up short. 2 Corinthians 3:1 1. The traditional ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Jericho- When The Walls Fell Down Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 27, 2022

This is the 1st Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jericho".

Series: Biblical Cities- Jericho [#1] JERICHO- WHEN THE WALLS FELL DOWN Joshua 6:1-2 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about some of the most mentioned Cities in the Bible. Tonight, we are going to begin to study the city that is 3rd on the list- Jericho. Jericho is mentioned 64 ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Do We Believe The Word Of God, Or Not? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 14, 2022

What were they thinking and how did they feel about the divine interventions they and their wives were experiencing?

Pre-Christmas Novena: December 19 Our antiphon for Evening Prayer and the Gospel Introduction is "O Flower of Jesse's stem, you have been raised up a sign for all peoples; kings are silent in your presence; nations bow down in worship. O Come, let nothing prevent you from aiding us." ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Psalm 71:3-6, Psalm 71:16-17, Judges 13:2-7

Denomination: Catholic

The Passover Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 9, 2023

The Passing over of the Angel of God over the land of Egypt is known as Passover. While he passes over he would spare the houses of Israelites because of their coverage by the blood.

Exodus 12:1-28 - The Passover Introduction: Exodus 12 and 13 constitute a single literary unit as both describe Jehovah's Passover. These chapters have instructions for the preparation, observations, readiness to leave, and passing on to future generations as an ordinance. The description ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-28

Denomination: Methodist