Sermons on Spring Of Gihon:

What’s It All About, Alfie?

Contributed by Rolly Estabillo on Dec 7, 2011

It’s not about us, it’s all about Him. (Sermon delivered during the 15th Anniversary Celebration of Fil-Am Community Church in Springfield, VA on Nov. 20, 2011)

VIDEO (What’s it all about, Alfie?) This song comes from the movie of the same title, “What’s it all about, Alfie?” It’s the story of a womanizer who thinks that life revolves around him. Until he gradually realizes the consequences of his actions. Now, I’m not recommending that you watch this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Star Of Christmas

Contributed by David Buffaloe on Dec 12, 2011

Jesus Christ is the Star of Christmas

FOCAL Matthew 2:10-11 (KJV) When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. 11 And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshiped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Such A Little Town"

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Dec 12, 2011

One person, changed by a relationship with Jesus Christ, who acknowledges the Messiah as his/her Shepherd, Can change his/her world that they live in.

“Such a little town” Date: December 11, 2011 Scripture: Micah 5:1-5 from the series Christmas B.C. Introduction It is quite common, particularly in the United States, to be driving along on a major highway and see a giant billboard that reads, 'Jesus Is The Answer'.  And we ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving Living

Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011

When we lose sight of God, and focus on our circumstances, our gratitude turns to grumbling. But practicing an attitude of gratitude in all things transforms the way we understand God and the way in which we see the world around us.

Thanksgiving Living - Luke 17:11-19 - October 9, 2011 (Thanksgiving) Ten men. Ten life changing experiences. One transformed life. Open your Bibles with me please to the Gospel of Luke. Luke, chapter 17, beginning in verse 11. We are taking a step back from the Sermon on the Mount this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: *other

Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 29, 2012

The world is operating on jet speed and everybody is living, as though there is no end to this life. They run, sweat and beat themselves to amass wealth but alas many fail to understand that God is preparing us for His Kingdom!

Kingdom of God! A) Look, it’s me! Acts 1:3” During the forty days after His crucifixion he appeared to the apostles from time to time, actually alive, and proved to them in many ways that it was really he himself they were seeing. And on these occasions he talked to them about the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Scapegoat

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 14, 2012

A message using the scapegoat as a type of Jesus Christ.

Leviticus 16:21-22 KJV And Aaron shall lay both his hands upon the head of the live goat, and confess over him all the iniquities of the children of Israel, and all their transgressions in all their sins, putting them upon the head of the goat, and shall send him away by the hand of a fit man into ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:21-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bless Your Family

Contributed by Richard Smithson on Jul 24, 2011

Heads of families are encouraged to rise up and bless their families.

Bless Your Family 1 Peter 2:9-10 KJV 9) But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light; 10) Which in time past were not a people, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 28, 2011

We fail to understand the core subject that Jesus kept preaching over and over again, the pivotal subject of the preaching of Jesus was KINGDOM OF GOD.

Kingdom of God! A) Look, it’s me! Acts 1:3” During the forty days after His crucifixion he appeared to the apostles from time to time, actually alive, and proved to them in many ways that it was really he himself they were seeing. And on these occasions he talked to them about the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet

Contributed by Zachary Woods on Jul 30, 2011

You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet

You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet 1 Corinthians 2:1-9 1 And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. 2 For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified. 3 And I was with you in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-9, 2 Corinthians 2:2-9

Denomination: Apostolic

Revival

Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011

The United States of America needs revival for survival

“Revival for Survival!” 2 Chronicles 7:11-20 I am interrupting my 4 week series in Luke 15 for this Sunday because I want to speak to you about the need for revival in America and in our church. America has seen amazing technological advancements during the past fifty years, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Still Performing Miracles Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

Jesus heals Peter's mother-in-law and drives out demons. A discussion of how Jesus fulfilled Messianic prophecy.

INTRODUCTION We’re in a series from Matthew studying the Parables and Miracles of Jesus. Every time you come to church you can be sure that the main theme is Jesus. And remember, there’s a parable in every miracle and a miracle in every parable. Today we’re going to look at some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

If His Eye Is On The Sparrow... Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

Jesus uses the example of the sparrow to give us three powerful reasons why you can say, “I’m not afraid.”

INTRODUCTION The title of this message is inspired by the famous gospel song by the same name. It is one of the most loved Christian songs in the world and was made famous by Ethel Walters, who used it as the title of her autobiography. Many other singers have recorded it and it enjoyed a revival ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28-31, Matthew 10:28

Denomination: Baptist

Hoping Against Hope Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 3, 2011

Three realities of Biblical hope: 1) Its Analysis (Rom. 4:18–19), 2) Its Assurance (Rom. 4:20- 22), and 3) Its Application (Rom. 4:23–25).

After six months of intense fighting that shut down oil-production facilities and forced massive evacuations of expatriate oil workers, Libya’s future as a place to do business brightened dramatically as leaders of the Libyan uprising met with world powers in Paris France to map out the country’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:18-25

Denomination: Other

Darwin’s Fables Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Sep 29, 2011

The life and predictions of Charles Darwin teach us alot about the mindset of modern science

11 For this reason God will send upon them a deluding influence so that they will believe what is false, 12 in order that they all may be judged who did not believe the truth, but took pleasure in wickedness. 1859: A book came out that changed the landscape of science, religion and the world. It ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:11-12

A Response Of Saving Faith-10

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 5, 2013

10 of ? The Hebrews writer recounted the very practical responses which faith had wrought in their forebears/ancestors. Saving faith yields practical responses to life. Saving faith meets life’s challenge with...

A RESPONSE Of SAVING FAITH-X—Hebrews 11:3-40 Attention: Lost Loot A little boy came home with a $10 bill he claimed to have innocently found. “Are you sure it was lost?” asked his mother. “”Oh yes Ma’am, I’m sure,’ said the boy. “I saw a man ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:3-40

Denomination: Baptist