Sermons on Spirit Filled Life:

Generosity

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 25, 2005

In these verses Paul points out principles found in the Word of God as well as those drawn from experience to show why and how we are to give.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: L. Kraft, head of the Kraft Cheese Corp., who had given approximately 25% of his enormous income to Christian causes for many years, said, “The only investment I ever made which has paid consistently increasing dividends is the money I have given to the Lord.” (W. A. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Come And Dine

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Oct 2, 2004

Peter is restored to fellowship at the invitatation of Jesus to "Come and Dine".

Come and Dine John 21:1-14 Intro: This event happened many days after the resurrection. We find here 7 of the disciples as John opens the narrative. I. Peter’s regression. Vs. 3 A. Peter is not following the Lord -It would appear that Peter had given up on the Lord. -He did not know what ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Gods Word Is Medicine

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Aug 5, 2004

Why does Jesus want to heal you? To declare the works of the Lord!

Gods word is medicine Doctors: Can give you medicine Perform an operation Give advice To bring some relief to our physical body But Gods healing is Spiritual, He heals the spiritual you and it works its way out into the physical! Gods word is medicine! Proverbs 4:20-22 My son, attend to my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Limitless Power Of God Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Feb 16, 2005

This message contrasts the work that God did in two very different lives.

So often we find ourselves thinking about God in terms of man. We put up artificial barriers to what He can do, when He can do it, and to or for whom He will do it. This passage of scripture however tells the story of two people that were very different in their lives and circumstances yet God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Book Of Hebrews

Contributed by Andy Patterson on Mar 16, 2005

Take another look at the book, the great book of Hebrews!

Great things found in the Great book of Hebrews Hebrews 2 As we read our Scripture in the book of Hebrews this morning I want to encourage you to take note that this is one of the greatest books in the Bible. I believe it is a great book because of what it speaks about: (2) - Persevere in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Is The Nation

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 20, 2002

Most of us would agree that our nation has been blessed beyond measure but we must remember that "to whom much is given, much will be required". We must not lose sight of this basic Bible concept if we hope to have the abundance of blessings to continue.

“BLESSED IS THE NATION" “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people He has chosen as His own inheritance.” Psalm 33:12 Introduction: Most of us would agree that our nation has been blessed as no other nation in history. We have been blessed materially, geographically, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Side God Is On

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 22, 2002

Men are often prone to say: "I sure want God on my side!" The way a person can be sure that they are on the side that God is on to get on the Lord’s side to start with.

THE SIDE GOD IS ON "…And Joshua went to Him and said to Him, ’Are You for us or for our adversaries?’ So He said: ’No, but as Commander of the army of the Lord I have now come." Joshua 5: 13-14. The question is not "Whose side is God on?" but "Who is on God’s side?" The ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Opportunity Almost Missed"

Contributed by Fred Edwards on Mar 16, 2002

Those who refuse to step out on faith, (no matter the amount), run the risk of allowing Jesus to pass by for the last time.

"OPPORTUNITY ALMOST MISSED" Mark 10:46-52 (020317) Bartimeus was typical of every person making the journey through life. He was blind to what was going on around him other than what someone told him. We are blind to the things of God unless someone tells us and then we have the same choice that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Deliverane: The Prize Of Persistence

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Dec 29, 2008

This was a prophetic message the Lord gave me as we prepared to close out 2008 (the outline was created after I preached the message). It examines how Hezekiah responded to the words of the prophet and how God was moved by his repsonse.

A DIVINE DELIVERANCE (The Prize of Persistence) ISAIAH 38:1-6 As we prepare to close out 2008, we need to understand that when you have relationship with the Lord, you’re able to go directly to Him concerning whatever “death” sentence life has afforded you. Your relationship can cause God to move ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 38:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Six Things In Hell We Need In The Church Today

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Mar 5, 2007

A message for a burning desire of the church to get moving

Six things in Hell we need in the Church today Luke 16:19-31 1. Lost People: Luke16: 23…read Luke 14:23 And the Lord said unto the servant, Go out into the highway and hedges and Compel them to come in, that my house may be full. Compel: what means he used is not stated, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

"Will The Real Enemy, Please, Stand Up!"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 19, 2006

When you perceive that your enemy is greater than your God, in your deception, you have just made God into your enemy!

Title: “Will the real enemy, please, stand up!” Introduction: The reason why it is important to have your daily devotions and to stay faithful in your Church attendance is so that you will keep a proper perspective of life. Notice that in today’s text, the children of Israel lost their ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Spies And The Harlot! Part 2 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 11, 2010

Faith to take the Promise Land.

There are only two women personally named in Hebrews 11 “The Hall of Fame of Faith”: Sarah the wife of Abraham and Rahab the harlot. Hebrews 11:6 “Now without faith it is impossible to please God,” (HCSB) Question: What kind of Faith did Rahab have? 1. Rahab had ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Because. Series

Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Jun 22, 2007

Faith is not unquestioning - it is rooted in who God is.

Main idea: Got questions? (for God) Faith is not unquestioning - it is rooted in who God is. (Relate to parenting and our kids questions, trust) ME/WE (Intro) Child and dad - " because." Answer: "because I said so" - place for that, but it doesn’t get much mileage Commanded a respect due, but ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Commands Of God

Contributed by Scott Delashaw on Mar 31, 2010

7 points of thought on what should be done with the commands of our Lord.

The Commands of God Intro- * Much has been said recently regarding the 10 commandments. It seems as if they have become more like 10 options or 10 opinions than Oracles of God. * Command- (Def) An order by an authority, an instruction to be carried out. A directive, mandate, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Rosa Parks And You

Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Feb 26, 2013

This message focuses on Rosa Parks

I. Todays message will focus on Rosa Parks. Before we go any further let us pray. Dear God thank you for this chance to learn about someone that went before us. God please let us realize that we can do anything with your help. Also, allow us to understand that we cannot do anything without your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:26

Denomination: *other