Sermons on Sprititual Disciplines:

Empty Words Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 24, 2003

Words are powerful, for good or for evil. (#3 in The Christian Victor series)

“Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience. Therefore, do not be partakers with them;” “It’s only words, and words are all I have, to take your heart away” - The Bee Gees When the Gibb brothers put their heads ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:6-7

Denomination: Orthodox

Be A Signpost

Contributed by Fred Elliott on Oct 25, 2003

What direction are we pointing people in

BE A SIGNPOST Matthew 16: 1-4 Intro:A. Have you ever given any thought to how important signpost are in our world 1. Can you imagine the problems that we would have getting from one place to another without them 2. What about the problem that we would have in directing someone to a particular ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Epilogue

Contributed by Chris Talton on Oct 27, 2003

Greatness with God is not measured by the same standards as men measure greatness.

Sept. 28, 2003 Esther 10 “Epilogue” INTRODUCTION His name is Muhammed Ali, and they call him “The Greatest.” With good reason. As an amateur, he had 108 boxing bouts. Because of his wins in those fights, he gained 6 Kentucky Golden Gloves championships, two National Golden Gloves ...read more

Scripture: Esther 10:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Why Shouldn't I Be Baptized?

Contributed by Joe Harding on Oct 28, 2003

IF WE HAVE ACCEPTED JESUS AS OUR SAVIOR, WE SHOULD BE BAPTIZED!

WHY SHOULDN’T I BE BAPTIZED? ACTS 8: 26-40 OCTOBER 26, 2003 (BENNETTE’S BAPTISM!) INTRODUCTION: PROVIDENCE OF GOD John Wesley’s father, Samuel, was a dedicated pastor, but there were those in his parish who did not like him. On February 9, 1709, a fire broke out in the rectory at Epworth, possibly ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

How To Celebrate Halloween

Contributed by James Bryant on Oct 29, 2003

Many Christians ask, "Is it OK to participate in HALLOWEEN." Hopefully this message will help you decide....

HOW TO CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN Romans 12:21 (21) Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. There are many Christians who are questioning themselves of whether or not to participate in HALLOWEEN this year. A lot of folk are wondering if it is alright for them to "Go to parties," "Allow ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:21

Denomination: Baptist

Single-Minded Heart

Contributed by Robert Park on Oct 30, 2003

God does not favor divided heart when it comes to our love for him. Hosea describes in three powerful images of the spiritual state we may be in.

Single-minded Heart Hosea 7:8-12 Last Sunday we studied about the ways to transform our heart so that our thoughts are controlled accordingly. But, unfortunately, we all struggle with symptoms of divided heart. The Bible has some harsh words about that; he is a double-minded man, ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 7:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Serve With Endurance Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 1, 2003

This is the 2nd sermon in the series "A Faithful Servant".

Series: A Faithful Servant (2 Timothy)[#2] SERVE WITH ENDURANCE 2 Timothy 1:15-2:13; 4:9-22 Introduction: 1. It took me 4 weeks of swimming to build up to 1 mile. 2. It is easy to start but hard to finish. 3. God calls us to serve Him with endurance. Emotions We must be careful that we not confuse ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-22

Denomination: Baptist

For The Glory Of God Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 9, 2003

As a Christian, Paul says, our two main priorities are considering others and glorifying God. In our text, Paul presents three ways we can accept our responsibility and give glory to God.

INTRODUCTION After a very difficult day at work, Fred told his wife, “I have a very responsible job. Every time something goes wrong . . . the boss thinks I’m responsible. Houston Chronicle, Oct. 17, 1996, p. 8D The boss called in his small band of misfit summer employee’s and said, “We’re going ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Better Than A Bracelet

Contributed by Steve Brown on Nov 11, 2003

Speaks of the importance of memorizing Scripture and applying it to your everyday life.

Better Than a Bracelet Introduction: Scripture memorization is a powerful tool in our daily walk with our Lord. The reason it is such a compelling tool is because you can recall a passage that God has placed on your heart at a moment’s notice and use that passage to combat Satan’s attacks. One ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Servanthood - The Path To Greatness

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 11, 2003

How to be great in the eyes of God.

Servanthood ¡V The Path to Greatness How to be great in the eyes of God Matthew 20:20-28 Introduction: John C Miller in his book The Question Behind the Question tells the following story: It was a beautiful day in downtown Minneapolis when John Miller stopped into a Rock Bottom restaurant for a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

If You Can Take It; You Can Make It

Contributed by Dorothy Napier on Nov 15, 2004

THIS SERMON HELP BELIEVERS TO REALIZE THAT REGARDLESS OF WHATEVER WE HAVE TO GO THROUGH, WITH THE HELP OF JESUS WE CAN MAKE IT.

IF YOU CAN TAKE IT YOU CAN MAKE IT REV.2:10 IN THIS SINFUL WORLD THAT WE ARE LIVING IN, WE ARE GOING TO HAVE HARD TIMES. WE ARE GOING TO BE TRIED. [TESTED] BUT IF YOU CAN TAKE IT , YOU CAN MAKE IT. A SEA GOING VESSEL MUST BE ABLE TO TAKE WHAT THE STORMY SEAS BRINGS. SOMETIMES THERE ARE ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Surrendered Life! Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Nov 16, 2004

This message tries to help the listener realize that God can do amazing things for them if only they will surrender to Him and His agenda for their lives.

Living a Surrendered Life! Victory or Defeat? Which do you prefer? HS football coach The world says “never surrender” What is surrender? Yield to another, give up, resign Everyone is surrendered to something Mt. 6:24 You are surrendered to God or you’re not! Despise- give up Mammon- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fragrance Of The Father Ii Series

Contributed by Richard Wafford on Nov 24, 2004

In order to carry the fragrance of the father with us everywhere we go, we need to deal with the coldness of our hearts and detach ourselves from the world and be good listeners.

Key verse Psalms 46: 10 be still and know that I am God. Introduction: Tommy Tenney, The God Chasers- The reason people who know you aren’t interested in your God may be because you don’t have enough of the presence of God in your life. There is something about God’s presence that makes everything ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Termites Of The Soul

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Nov 25, 2004

Christ offers comfort for the grieving and cleansing for the guilty, so if you haven’t got any compassion in your heart, you have the worst kind of heart trouble. Because compassion offers what is necessary to heal the hurts of others.

We will start this message by looking at Matthew 12: 22-24: “Then was brought unto him one possessed with a devil, blind, and dumb: and he healed him, insomuch that the blind and dumb both spake and saw. And all the people were amazed, and said, Is not this the son of David? But when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Nine Characteristics Of Wisdom From Above

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 25, 2004

Failure to exude the wisdom from above leads to impurity, pickiness, harshness, unapproachableness, mercilessness, fruitlessness, wavering and dishonesty. True wisdom is pure, peacable, gentle, entreatable, merciful, fruitful, steadfast, honest that evide

Nine Characteristics of Wisdom from Above (James 3:17,18) "But the wisdom from above is first of all pure (undefiled); peace-loving, courteous (considerate, gentle); it is willing to yield to reason, full of compassion and good fruits; it is wholehearted and straight forward; impartial and ...read more

Scripture: James 3:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational