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Integrity

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Dec 16, 2007

This sermon is one for an ordination service and it denotes that Leaders in the church as well as Christians must have a high level of integrity in this mean cold world. God is seeking Leaders that will not compromise His Word. Job sets the stage for us

Sermonic Theme: Integrity Introduction: Just what is integrity? Webster’s dictionary says that integrity is the possession of firm principles: the quality of possessing and steadfastly adhering to high moral principles or professional standards. And with that note that brings me to my first and ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Grace For The Beginning Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 21, 2012

Grace for Methodists is understood as a three-stage process: prevenient grace, justifying grace, and sanctifying grace. That being said, we need to understand that grace is just that, grace. Prevenient grace, justifying grace and sanctifying grace are not

Grace for the Beginning of the Journey Ephesians 2:1-10 John Wesley started the Methodist movement after having an encounter with the Holy Spirit in his small group Bible study when his heart as he described it was “strangely warmed.” From that point on, Methodism made significant ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

A Witness To The Word Of Life Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

As John begins this mighty epistle, he does so by exalting the Lord, Jesus Christ. We must never lose our focus and awe of the Lord. The first few verses of the epistle set the stage for what is to follow.

A Witness to the Word of Life 1 John 1: 1-4 Tonight I want to begin a study of the first epistle of John. Although John never mentions himself directly in this epistle, he is universally accepted as the author. The style, vocabulary, and content point to John, with direct similarities to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering Your Full Potential

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on May 22, 2010

If Samson is man of extra-ordinary strengths and power, Gedeon is an exact opposite. He is the man hiding on the back stage and afraid of the lime light. His life is a proof that God can use ordinary people like us.

DISCOVERING YOUR FULL POTENTIAL JUDGE 6:1-16 It amazing to see how God can transform a fearful man into a mighty warrior. If Samson is man of extra-ordinary strengths and power, Gedeon is an exact opposite. He is the man hiding on the back stage, afraid of the lime light and prefer the low profile ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Minors' Lessons That Have Major Impact Ii: Commitment - Learned From Haggai Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 16, 2019

Christians need a revival of commitment in a day when self-centeredness has taken center stage in a selfish society. Haggai proclaims the need to reflect on our selfish ways and to return to God's sacrificial way.

MINORS’ LESSONS THAT HAVE MAJOR IMPACT II: COMMITMENT - Learned from Haggai We continue learning from the Minor Prophets some lessons that have a major impact on our lives; there are six essentials we must put into practice if we want to measure up to God’s ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:7-9, Haggai 1:12-15, Haggai 2:16-19

Are You Willing? If You Are...so Is He!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 7, 2013

It doesn’t matter what happens on the world stage, to gas prices or health care, or anything else, as long as you make Him The Lord of your life, God is still in control of what happens in your life!

Are you Willing? If you are...so is He! 2 Ki 2:11-14 MSG 11-14 And so it happened. They were walking along and talking. Suddenly a chariot and horses of fire came between them and Elijah went up in a whirlwind to heaven. Elisha saw it all and shouted, “My father, my father! You—the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Linus Moment

Contributed by James Chandler on Jun 30, 2015

In the classic Peanuts Christmas cartoon Charlie Brown asks what Christmas is really about. Linus comes out on stage and gives the perfect answer. This message is about the true meaning of Christmas and having our own "Linus Moment."

Christmas sermon: A Linus Moment In the classic Peanuts Christmas cartoon Charlie Brown asks the exasperated question- What is Christmas all about? (This is a great video clip to show before the message.) Linus comes out on stage and very humbly recites from Luke 2. In those days Caesar ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Signs Of The End (Part 1)

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 8, 2017

Just days prior to the crucifixion, Jesus spoke to His disciples regarding the events surrounding the end times. While we cannot predict the day, nor the hour, we can see the stage being set for His return!

Signs of the End (Part 1) Matthew 24: 3-14 Today I want to begin a study on what is known as the Olivet Discourse. Jesus spoke these words in His last days prior to the crucifixion in response to the disciples’ questions regarding His return and the end of the age. These verses have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3-14

Denomination: Baptist

Lust

Contributed by Carl Allen on May 5, 2010

If you’re struggling with the sin of lust, that’s the danger. Lust is that deadly. Just about all Christians face sexual temptation at some stage. If you are you’ll see yourself in that story.

Lust Matthew 5:27-30 Introduction In 1875 three balloonists left Paris with one thing on their mind: to set a new altitude record. They wanted to rise higher in their balloon than anyone before them. They’d been warned to take pressurized oxygen and so they loaded their oxygen gear for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Dawning Of Messiah’s Mission Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 6, 2013

Jesus ministry to serve and ransom mankind was not spontaneous, but well-orchestrated –as we see in today’s text. We can see at least three persons or categories involved in the early stage of his ministry.

The Dawning of Messiah’s Mission (Mark 1:1-11) 1. The Church Father Iraneus,before 200 A.D., “Matthew also issued a written Gospel among the Hebrews in
their own dialect, while Peter and Paul were preaching at Rome, and
laying the foundations of the Church. After their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Preparation Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 29, 2022

Ever since Joshua was leading God’s people had responded by faith and now, they must prepare for what God will do next. The river at flood stage is behind them and the fortified city before them. No turning back.

What do you expect to see after a great victory? In winning a war you expect to see a whole nation in jubilant celebration. There will be parades maybe even a ticker-tape parade and much fanfare. When a team wins a championship football game you expect to see the team dump Gatorade on the winning ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For Your Next Blessing.

Contributed by Harold Wanton on Oct 23, 2005

The focus of this message is to remind Christians that in this kingdom battle we must not forget to return to our staging post to regroup and renew our strength and receive furhter instructions from our commander-in-chief (The lord Jesus Christ).

Jericho is the door-way to all the blessings that God has promised Israel. The door-way to the land flowing with milk and honey. Today it symbolizes to the Christian all the spiritual blessings that God has promised us. But, before we can receive our blessings we must be prepared for them. I ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-9

Denomination: Apostolic

What Is Mentoring? / Where To Find Mentors Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Jun 27, 2005

Mentoring is a process involving people. Sometimes it’s a whole series of individuals that God brings into your life at various stages and for various purposes. In every case, these people are sent by God to help you grow and perpetuate the learning proc

Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Senior Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8, 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Charismatic

Betrayed But Not Bitter Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 12, 2004

The three stages of betrayal are examined by discussing Judas’ behavior. It is not only important that we guard our hearts so that we do not become betrayers; but it is also important to respond correctly when we are betrayed. Jesus provides an example fo

Betrayed But Not Bitter Fortifying the Foundations # 31 John 13:18-38[1] 3-28-04 Intro Our text this morning in John 13 deals with the issue of betrayal. With a kiss, Judas betrayed Jesus. The thing that makes betrayal so painful is that by its very nature it comes from someone you trust. In ...read more

Scripture: John 13:8-38, Hebrews 4:15

Denomination: Charismatic

Obeying God

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 20, 2013

When I finished college I rejoiced, thinking that at last I would be free of tests - that I would never have to take another. But I discovered that I was just starting a time of testing. In every stage of life there are tests...

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED - 2023) ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ