Sermons on Spur One Another On:

Lesson 1: Christmas

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 13, 2009

What can we learn form the Christmas gifts of Jesus?

Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Christmas Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 1 December 7, 2008 A. WHAT CAN WE LEARN FROM THE CHRISTMAS GIFTS OF JESUS? 1. What were the gifts? “And when they had come into the house, they saw the young Child with Mary His mother, and fell down and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Come And See

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 16, 2009

An personal evangelism sermon on bringing people to Christ Jesus.

John 1: 35 – 51 / Come and See Intro: A little preschooler came home from her fist time at Sunday School. Her mom wanted to know how things had done and what the little girl thought about the experience. “How was it?” --- “Oh, it was fine and it was fun. But I think my teacher was Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You Blessed?

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jan 20, 2009

Being Blessed has nothing to do with what we have RECEIVED, and everything to do with what we are LACKING! Here’s what Jesus had to say about being blessed!

Are You Blessed? Matthew 5:3-16 Matthew 5:3-16 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. 6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-16

Denomination: Church Of God

The Tale Of Two Sons

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 26, 2009

Joseph gave birth to Ephraim and Manasseh and both had a significant meaning in his life. God is faithful to bring into our lives exactly what we need at just the right time.

THE TALE OF TWO SONS Troubles and Background:  Joseph dreamed of being used mightily of God. o A dreamer can see in color what everyone else sees in black and white. o Someone with a dream can see what others say can’t be done. o A dreamer can envision from afar what others cannot see up ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:50-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Time To Snooze

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

The church must be in an awakened state to deal with the issues she is facing.

KJV: And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. Let us walk honestly, as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Have You Done? Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 5, 2009

God invites us to live life to the fullest. This is accomplished when we love and serve God with all of our heart, soul, mind and strength.

Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-14 “Where Are You?” INTRODUCTION Shopping malls across the country have been using a fantastic shopping aid for several years. Of course, I speak of the mall map that shows all of the store locations, and with a big red arrow exclaims, “You are here!” It is very helpful ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Miracles Happen Part 2 Series

Contributed by Et Tapper on Feb 9, 2009

How to believe and pray for miracles in our lives.

MIRACLES HAPPEN PT2 INTRODUCTION: MATT 17:14-20 God has a way for getting your need met, your problem solved. That way is rooted in your faith’s becoming a SEED When you plant a seed, God changes the nature of that seed so that it becomes a plant, and the power of life surges in that tender ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Five Steps How To Lead Person To Christ!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 6, 2008

Every Christian should know the steps needed to lead a person to Christ. Here are some basic steps all Christians should know. God bless you and yours and may this outline of scriptures be in your mind and heart and always be ready to give a reason for th

FIVE STEPS HOW TO LEAD PERSON TO CHRIST! Every Christian should know the steps needed to lead a person to Christ. I remember back in a western town in Australia being stopped by 6 teenagers when they heard me say hello to them. They asked me if I was an American and what was I doing in their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:31-32

Leaving Your Nets Behind Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 9, 2008

Your encounter with Jesus was life changing. He revealed Himself to you and then He called you to begin a new journey with Him.

Leaving Your Nets Behind Mark 1:16-20; Luke 5:1-11 Mark 1:16-20 (HCSB) As He was passing along by the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and Andrew, Simon’s brother. They were casting a net into the sea, since they were fishermen. “Follow Me,” Jesus told them, “and I will make you fish for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praise The Lord- Pt 1

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Apr 9, 2008

This sermon looks at the desire that God has for His church to praise Him

“Praise the Lord” (part 1) Psa 150 - One of the things that God desires from us, His church, is to Praise Him - To praise God is to acknowledge the glories of His excellent person - Praising God is somewhat different from thanksgiving, which describes what God has done rather than what He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

An Amazing God Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 16, 2008

There are times when God seems distant and hidden to us. The psalmist reminds us of God’s greatness and where we can experience God’s presence in our lives.

Psalm 19:1-14 “An Amazing God” INTRODUCTION As a child, I loved to play the game, “Hide and Seek.” I would spend entire summer afternoons hiding and seeking with five or six of the kids in my neighborhood. I gave up the game when I grew older, but I now find myself increasingly occupied with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Coming To The Altar Of Prayer

Contributed by David King on Apr 24, 2008

If you will not faint you must pray. If you must pray then, you must pray aright. Nothing on earth is more frustrating than to invest in prayers that have no profit.

COMING TO THE ALTAR OF PRAYER To every believer in Christ, prayer is a life-long business. Jesus commanded men to always pray and not to faint. Lk.18:1. Paul admonished all believers to pray without ceasing. 1Thess.5: 17. Prayer is dependence of earth on heaven. It is involvement ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Csi Jerusalem: The Event (Easter) Series

Contributed by Kenton Beshore on May 8, 2008

The day Christ was raised from the dead was the greatest day in history; explore the mysteries of the cross and the resurrection.

Kenton Beshore is Executive Producer of the small group curriculum Liquid, a new revolutionary video-based resource for small groups and church-wide campaigns. Visit www.experienceliquid.com to learn more. _____________________________________ The Event The best day . . . Good News “I passed on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeing Jesus In A New Light Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 8, 2011

Seeing Jesus as Savior and Lord and having a relationship him is vital for Christians as we carry on his mission and ministry.

Matthew 17:1-9 “Seeing Jesus in a New Light” INTRODUCTION When I was growing up, I often read a children’s magazine entitled, Highlights. No, I didn’t read it because of its great editorials. I was into the pictures. There was always one page that had a picture with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

’choose Life’

Contributed by Robert Kenneth Smith on Mar 15, 2011

The Lord not only gives us four choices of the way to live our lives, but He gives us the answer.

I want to focus on verse 19, ‘I have set before you life and death…blessing and cursing… We see by this scripture that it’s God’s permissive will that comes into play…He will always give us a choice…but He will never force anything on us…let’s read the rest of that verse again…‘…therefore, choose ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational