Sermons on spot: showing 196-210 of 14,707

The Spirit Of The Disciplines I

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 27, 2007

Conversion does not mean arrival. It signals the beginning of a journey of growth. We are to be like Christ, and this growth requires disciplines.

[Most of the thoughts in this sermon come from Dallas Willard’s book The Spirit of the Disciplines.] Eph 4:12 “…to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.” Matt 28:19-20 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why I Love The Church

Contributed by Dwight Jones on Aug 6, 2005

I love the church because...

Why I love the Church Matthew 16:15-18 (KJV) He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? 16And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. 17And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Paul Was Not Afraid To Face And Eternity

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jul 27, 2007

why Paul was not afraid to die

Why Paul was not afraid to face and eternity? Acts 21:10-13 The Apostle Paul is on his way to Jerusalem and tarries in Caesarea for a few days with Phillip. While he is there, the events of our text take place. Note: The deterring sign (10-11) Agabus comes down and binds himself with Paul’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Wicked Generation

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 15, 2022

John the Baptizer wasted no time in telling Herod that it was wrong for him to have his brother Phillip’s wife saying that it was not lawful. John went to prison for being the prophet God called him to be and not the puppet that Herod wanted him to be.

THE WICKED GENERATION Text: Matthew 11:1 – 19, 25- 30 N. T. Wright once said that “… wicked people don’t like a message of judgment because they think the message is aimed at them, (and rightly so) while good people don’t like a message of mercy because they think (wrongly) that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-19, Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Samson: Sweeter Than Honey Stronger Than A Lion

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 28, 2016

To show that we don't need to use our own strength and our weaknesses but we leave it all up to the LORD to use His Own Strength in our lives.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you strong in the LORD? Yes. Ephesians 6:10 (Amplified Bible) In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides]. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

What God Wants Us To Learn About Sin From Leprosy

Contributed by Kirk Pike on Aug 25, 2010

How Leprosy So Clearly Depicts Sin

Leviticus 13:2 reading 1-3 Thruout Human History Certain Words Have Brot Fear & Even Terror N2 Peoples Lives War—Tsunami—Plague[Bubonic]—Hurricane—Polio—Tornado—Cancer—Aids Another One of Those Words That Has Brot Terror To Millions Is the Word ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 13:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth You Can Know

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 11, 2020

We need to know what the true word of God is.

The truth you can know You can know beyond a shadow of doubt John 9: 25 He answered and said, Whether he be a sinner or no, I know not: one thing I know, that, whereas I was blind, now I see. 1. Saved 1st Peter 1: 18 Forasmuch as ye know that ye ...read more

Scripture: John 9:25

Denomination: Baptist

Dying On The Job With No Help

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jan 13, 2016

Naaman has great qualities but his qualities are not suffice as it relates to his real problem.

Dying On the Job With No Help!! There are more than 1500 Pastors that willingly leave the ministry for good each month, not because they’ve exhausted their resources, not because they’ve got fired off the job, not because they can’t get the job done, simply because they can’t get help or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Over All

Contributed by Roger Roark on Mar 16, 2016

Jesus, is God over all

GOD IS OVER ALL Romans 9:5 5 To them belong the patriarchs, and from their race, according to the flesh, is the Christ, who is God over all, blessed forever. Amen. Christ is over all. Over all our worries. Let me begin, by telling you an awesome story. Around 6 years ago, I began to have a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:5

Denomination: Baptist

Our Current Possessions Series

Contributed by Christine Milander on Aug 26, 2023

Ephesians 1:3 "3Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: 4According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love:"

Jesus coming back is talked about almost everywhere you turn these days, He has and still is speaking through His people of His imminent return and we Are at the very precipice of the last days. Exciting as this is, Jesus has said He is coming back for a Bride without spot or wrinkle, for a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-20, 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13, Colossians 2:6

Heaven: The Ultimate (Vacation) Destination

Contributed by Steve Klein on May 25, 2015

Heaven far surpasses any earthly vacation destination for the child of God.

It’s vacation time! Schools are letting out for the summer across our nation. Families are looking forward to vacations in the mountains or at the beach, and a fortunate few may even visit some exotic luxurious destination in a distant land. But no vacation spot on earth can compare to the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why It Rained When Elijah Prayed

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

Many times we become discouraged if things don’t go exactly our way. We become angry and bitter and often we blame God. Accusing Him of not answering our prayers

Why It Rained When Elijah Prayed I Kings 18:1-8, 41-46 Many times we become discouraged if things don’t go exactly our way. We become angry and bitter and often we blame God. Accusing Him of not answering our prayers. But God is not at fault – we are. We are the one’s who are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-46

Denomination: Baptist

If God Owns It All What Am I Doing With It? Series

Contributed by Art Good on Nov 6, 2008

If God wons everything then why is it in your hands, your bank account, your life? God has a reason!

If God Owns It All, What Am I Doing With It? ILLUS. Police officer sitting back, off road, watching traffic. Car passes him slowly. Other cars speeding around it. As much of a danger as a speeder. Pulled up behind them. Only doing 22 mph. Noticed elderly driver and 4 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14

Denomination: Wesleyan

"My, What Big Teeth You Have!"

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Sep 2, 2005

A discussion of false prophets and false followers.

"My, What Big Teeth You Have!" False prophets and false followers Matthew 7:15-23 August 28, 2005 Introduction Most of us are familiar with the children’s story of Little Red Riding Hood. But let me just re-cap it for everyone. Little Red Riding Hood was a little girl who decided to pay her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Body Builders

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Nov 13, 2001

Being a Body Builder is more than pumping iron. It’s getting into spiritual shape so that the Body of Christ may be built up.

Eph. 4:11-16 “Body Builders” Intro. Have you ever seen a professional Body Builder?  Muscles rippling and bulging, every part in sync, his whole body a perfect specimen of health. Today, I want to talk to you about becoming a Body Builder.  Not the Body Builders we see on TV, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist