Sermons on Spirit Poured Out:

Good Debt

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 6, 2011

In God's economy we let no debt remain outstanding except the continuing debt to love one another.

Title: Good Debt Text: Romans 13:8-14 Thesis: In God’s economy we let no debt remain outstanding except the continuing debt to love one another. Introduction Debt is a hot-button topic these days. The Urban Dictionary defines debt this way: “What America is in a lot of.” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is God A Tiger Parent?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 26, 2011

Ideally, when a Christian's profession and practice meet... it's a match.

Title: Is God a “Tiger” Parent? Text: Matthew 21:23-32 Thesis: Ideally, when a Christian’s profession and practice meet… it’s a match! Introduction The meat of our story today is about a father who had two sons whom he asked to work in his vineyard. Adrian ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Those Who Oppose The Truth Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 10, 2011

Paul describes some specific people who opposed the truth of God. 1- They are home invaders 2- They are ignorant of the truth 3- They are depraved of mind

INTRO.- ILL.- A little girl came very early one morning to her mother, saying, “Which is worse, Mama, to tell a lie or to steal?” The Mother replied that both were so sinful she could not tell which was worse. “Well, Mama,” replied the little one, “I’ve been thinking a good deal about it, and I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Expressions Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 17, 2011

1- The reason for thanksgiving 2- The place of thanksgiving 3- The way of thanksgiving

INTRO.- We are to give thanks IN all circumstances. This doesn’t mean that we must give thanks FOR all circumstances, because not everything that happens to us in life is a good thing. For example, it’s hard to give thanks when a loved one passes away. That is a heart-wrenching time, but we can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Guidelines For Thanksgiving

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Nov 17, 2011

While many think that thanksgiving is an American holiday, God Iniated thanksgiving in the deserts of the middle east. There He gave instructions as to how we are to celebrate this holiday.

GOD’S GUIDELINES FOR THANKSGIVING Deuteronomy 16:9-12 Intro: One day Bill was hunting in the woods. It had been a slow day and he had yet to shoot any game. Suddenly, he heard a noise behind him. He whirled around and saw a ferocious mountain lion only 20 yards away. Bill quickly raised his ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Light Beam On Dark Paths

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

The power of the Word of God in a believer's life can help overcome the tactics of the devil.

Psalms 119:105-112 KJV Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. [106] I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous judgments. [107] I am afflicted very much: quicken me, O LORD, according unto thy word. [108] Accept, I beseech thee, the freewill ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105-112

Denomination: Pentecostal

What I Can Learn From A Mom

Contributed by Jerry Blaxton on May 2, 2010

A Mother's Day sermon suggesting four things we can learn from James' and John's mother.

Sermon Notes Sermon Title: What I Can Learn From A Mom Scripture: Matthew 20:20-23 Throughout history, mothers have had the great responsibility of T___________. The mother of James and John… Knew Who Is in C________________. ‘came’—‘approaching someone who has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is This Jesus? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Dec 30, 2010

We hear ourselves and other believers say that we love Jesus, but what does that mean? Before we can love someone truly, we must know who they are... today I want us to look at just who this Jesus is that we say we love!

Sermon Brief Date Written: December 30, 2010 Date Preached: January 2, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: Who is this Jesus? Sermon Text: John 1:1-13 [ESV] 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

He Is Lord

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

Part of a series on the Gospel of John. This message looks at the various reactions people had to Jesus and His Lordship.

He is Lord John 18:1 There is a difference between actions and reactions our actions tell a lot about us, but our actions can also be deceptive. The actions of the pharisees was deceptive, they played the part of being righteous like the best Broadway actors. Our reactions tell the truth about ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1

Plugging Into God Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

God desires a relationship with us, so first we have to make space for God. The second step is to connect to God. But the problem is we aren’t connected to God or even other people. And if we are, it’s infrequent and usually casual or shallow. That leads

Plugging Into God John 15:5-8 In this sermon series, we’re asking you to look at yourself through a new lens, as that of an apprentice of Jesus. An apprentice is someone who is bound to another for a certain amount of time to learn an art or trade in which the master is an expert. To be a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Wise Men

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 8, 2010

Evangelistic srmon preached at a Carol Service - PowerPoint slides aere available for this sermon on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info

The Wise Men Reading: Matthew chapter 12 verses 1-12. Ill: • Story told of a retired man who bought a top of the range BMW as a present for himself. • It was of course a convertible and boy did it go! • As he took it for a spin on a dual carriageway, and his foot hit the floor and whoosh! ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Brethren

Lift Up Your Heads Ye Mighty Gates! Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Dec 14, 2010

God arrives as the humble King to set up his rule in the lives of his people.

Scripture Introduction As you drive past churches during the next weeks, you will likely see at least one sign proclaiming, “Wise Men Still Seek Him.” It is a cute wordplay on Matthew 2.1-2: “After Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Encounter With The King Series

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jun 22, 2010

Isaiah encounters the King of Kings, Jesus, and in this Christophany, we see some amazing things from his commissioning. May we be obedient when He calls!

New Hope Christian Fellowship Wednesday Night Service Given on February 13, 2008 "An Encounter with the King" Isaiah 6:1-13 Sterling C. Franklin Handout: When God commissions us, these things often follow: (1) An encounter with God (1-4 -> 5) a. We see our own inadequacy (cf. John 15:5) b. We ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Nameless Woman

Contributed by Matt Hoffmann on Jun 29, 2010

In this passage we meet a woman without a name, or a named sin. But we get to put our name in the story, and our sin, and see how our God reacts to us in love

Luke 7:36-8:3 We really don’t know much about her. We don’t know her name. We don’t know what she did. But the people living her town knew both. They knew all about her sins, whatever they were, they were public, and they were shameful. You are free to use your imagination ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Blessings Of Meekness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 20, 2010

Joseph literally "inherited the earth" because of his attitude of meekness. But how did Joseph show meekness and how can we learn from his example?

OPEN: At one time, a man named Upton Dickson began a club called: “Dependent Order Of Really Meek And Timid Souls” When you make an acrostic of the first letters of its name, you have the word "Doormats." Dickson founded the society after he wrote a pamphlet called "Cower Power." The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-49

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ