Sermons on Spiritual Refreshment:

The Indestructible Fortress

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 27, 2011

Christianity in general and our churches in particular are being pounded from without and within into facades of irrelevancy. . .

THE INDESTRUCTIBLE FORTRESS Matthew 16:13-18 Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Lifepointe Fellowship, Hutto, TX 6/26/11 AM INTRO: A DEFINING CHALLENGE Through twenty years of active and broad ministry, I think I have a pretty good understanding of what is happening in the American Church overall. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Gifts Of Ministry And Mercy

Contributed by John D Jones on Aug 16, 2011

Our lack of progress is not due to the absence of certain sign gifts but our failure to utilize the gifts we have. Churches are struggling to make a mark in our communities because God’s people will not engage and put to use the gifts God has given to Hi

The Gift of Mercy and Ministry Acts 9:36-43 God has given gifts to each of His children. In Acts 9:36-43, we are introduced to an ordinary lady with an extraordinary life. Tabitha is an example of one who had a combination of gifts. I want to speak to you on the topic of, “The Gift ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Armor Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 12, 2012

Part 3 in a series about spiritual war. We need to put on the FULL armor of God.

Ephesians 6:10-18 The Armor of God June 10, 2012 What do all of these items have in common — Homeowners Insurance Life Insurance Auto Insurance New wipers Winterizing your car Wills Oil Changes car seats Coats in winter seat belts Mouth pieces Safety gloves Cribs Training ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Our Heavenly Relationship

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 22, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have other relationship conflicting the LORD's? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that the LORD wants heavenly relationship with us. IV. TEXT: Hosea 6:3 (New Living Translation, Second Edit

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have other relationship conflicting the LORD's? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that the LORD wants heavenly relationship with us. IV. TEXT: Hosea 6:3 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Oh, that we might know the Lord! Let us press on to ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Which End Of The Pool Are You In?

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 23, 2012

"Deep calleth unto deep." Which end of the spiritual pool are you swimming in?

Ezekiel 47:1-5 – Matthew 13:1-9 Old Testament Swimming / New Testament Farming: Ankles / Way Side (Exposed) = Fowls consumed [V19] Knees / Stony Places (Shallow) = Spring up; No depth; Sun Scorches [V20-21] Loins / Among Thorns (Overwhelmed) = Choked out [V22] To Swim In / Good Ground ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gifted People Week 2 Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 19, 2012

The gifts of the Spirit Operate best in the atmophere of Love. They are used to build the lives of believers to the glory of God and good of all people.

Intro: In a Peanuts cartoon Lucy demanded that Linus change TV channels, threatening him with her fist if he didn’t. "What makes you think you can walk right in here and take over?" asks Linus. "These five fingers," says Lucy. "Individually they’re nothing but when I curl them together like this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Prays For Himself

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2012

This passage begins the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus. Jesus’ time had come. His death on the cross was quickly upon Him. So we will see that in the passage that Jesus asked for only two things. He asked that He may glorify the Father in what was about

Tonight’s passage begins the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus. Jesus’ time had come. His death on the cross was quickly upon Him. So we will see that in our passage this evening Jesus asked for only two things. 1. He asked that He may glorify the Father in what was about to ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Evidence Of The Resurrection - The Scriptures (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 9, 2013

A sermon examining the reality that the scriptures prove that Jesus is alive.

EVIDENCE OF THE RESURRECTION EXHIBIT B: THE SCRIPTURES (PART 2) I Corinthians 15:1-2 One of my favorite post Resurrection appearances of Jesus is that of the two followers who encountered the Savior on the road to Emmaus. As they were walking, Jesus approached them and “their eyes were kept ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Two Blind Men Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jul 20, 2013

The Healing of two blind men and their deaf-mute friend were specific fulfillments of Isaiah as well as a description of God's Work of salvation.

“Two Blind Men” Matthew 9:27-33 Matthew selects ten miracles in chapters 8-9 during the ministry of Jesus, which gives evidence that Jesus is the King of the promised Kingdom of Heaven; He alone is the one who has power over disease, demons, death, all of the elements and all of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-33

Denomination: Baptist

Dads And Grads

Contributed by Ed Lu on Aug 15, 2013

A message for Dads and Grads

Fathers – we men are called to be made either strong enough for commercial use or good enough for residential purposes. Out in the world we are expected to be tough, made to last, competitive and impactful. Back at home, the essentials are gentleness, loving, caring and sensitive. So you can ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Truth

Contributed by Doyle Welborn on Apr 6, 2013

How to Live the Victorious Christian Life

(Galatians 2:20) "I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me." I. This truth is the foundation of all spiritual growth. A. Crucifixion ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

Multipying By Addition Or How Churches Grow

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 7, 2013

A sermon detailed why the NT church grew and what we can do to grow too.

“Multiplying By Addition or How Churches Grow” Acts 2:41-47 Act 2:41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. I’ve been a minister now for better than 39 years and one of the main focuses of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41

Denomination: Baptist

"Marks Of Maturity"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Apr 25, 2012

Six marks of a mature Christian

“Marks of Maturity” April 29, 2012 1 Thessalonians 4:1 “Finally, Brothers, we instructed you how to live in order to please God, as in fact you are living. Now we ask you and urge you in the Lord Jesus to do this more and more.” Last week I said that the goal of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1

Denomination: Holiness

A Royal Priesthood

Contributed by Robert Sickler on May 7, 2012

If we are born from above we are one of God’s peculiar people, an immortal, a member of the Royal priesthood; we are a chosen one!

A ROYAL PRIESTHOOD INTRODUCTION It is quite evident that a large number of Christians prefer to read religious articles, which wrap them in comfortable warm and fuzzy feelings. This is perfectly understandable, and the Holy Bible is our best source for such a message. After all, there is truth in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian Church

Our Personal War

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on May 22, 2012

In Deuteronomy 20 Moses tells the Israelite people how God wants them to conquer the promised land. He provides the principles of war. Paul tells us in Ephesians 6 that we fight a war today. Are the principles similar?

In Deuteronomy 20 Moses tells the Israelite people how God wants them to conquer the promised land. He provides the principles of War. In short they are: 1. Don’t be afraid (vs. 1) 2. Be courageous and dependent on God (vs. 2-4) 3. Offer peace (to those outside the promised land) (vs. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 20:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ