Sermons on Step 9:

Experience God Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 28, 2012

Genesis presents a picture of warning showing the threats to a harmonious experience of fellowship with God. In Genesis 3:1-9 we see: 1)The Tempter (Genesis 3:1a), 2) The Target (Genesis 3:1b-3), 3) The Tactic (Genesis 3:4-5), and 4) The Tragedy (Genesis

Prime Minister Stephen Harper met this week with representatives of Canada’s first nations communities. In an effort to repair generations of conflict and mistrust, they met in Ottawa to improve communications and come to agreements on some crucial issues. The Chiefs warned that a failure to do so, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-9

Denomination: Other

The Season Of Celebration Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 18, 2019

Nehemiah 8:1-12. "The Season of Celebration". A revival among God's people is one seen in a "Season of Celebration". : 1) The Communication (Neh. 8:1–6), 2) The Clarification (Neh. 8:7–8), and 3) The Celebration (Neh. 8:9–12).

Nehemiah 8:1-12 [8:1] And all the people gathered as one man into the square before the Water Gate. And they told Ezra the scribe to bring the Book of the Law of Moses that the LORD had commanded Israel. [2] So Ezra the priest brought the Law before the assembly, both men and women and all who ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-12

Denomination: Other

An Eternal Truth In A New Light Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 7, 2020

In 1 John 2:7-11 we see the description of the fellowship in love as: 1) The Eternal Truth in the Old Light (1 John 2:7), 2) The Eternal Truth in a New Light (1 John 2:8) 3) The Eternal Truth as a Way of Life (1 John 2:9-11).

?1 John 2:7-11 [7] Beloved, I am writing you no new commandment, but an old commandment that you had from the beginning. The old commandment is the word that you have heard. [8] At the same time, it is a new commandment that I am writing to you, which is true in him and in you, because the darkness ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Other

Thinking About God

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2022

Does the existence of God also mean that He knows how we, His creatures best function? Does that mean that He loves us? Does it mean that we can get to know Him personally? Jesus gave a simple two step process that one should think about when confronted with the truth of the Gospel.

Does the existence of God also mean that He knows how we, His creatures best function? Does that mean that He loves us? Does it mean that we can get to know Him personally? Jesus gave a simple two step process that one should think about when confronted with the truth of the Gospel. “The time is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15, Galatians 4:8-9, Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

"When Everything Is Said And Done"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 17, 2002

Here we see a sad picture of a man’s last day of life that has been tarnished and humiliated by the death blow of sin. He was once known according to 1 Samuel 9:2 as a “choice young man.” But in the end all of the potential luster of his life has vanish

“WHEN EVERYTHING IS SAID AND DONE” (The Leader’s Opportunity) I SAMUEL 10:7; 31:1-13 Here we see a sad picture of a man’s last day of life that has been tarnished and humiliated by the death blow of sin. He was once known according to 1 Samuel 9:2 as a “choice young man.” But in the end all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 31:1-13, 1 Samuel 10:7

Self-Inflected Wounds

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005

Galatians 6 7Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. 2 Corinthians 9 6Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. · God set up the Law of Sowi

Galatians 6 7Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. 2 Corinthians 9 6Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. · God set up the Law of Sowing and Reaping. · If you sow corn you’ll reap ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Gave (3:16, Part 3) Series

Contributed by Steve Miller on Mar 2, 2008

Gospel Message using John 3:16’s phrase, "He Gave." Using various scriptures (1 John 4:9-10, Genesis 22, and John 1, the sermon explains: God gave 1.)His only begotten son, and 2.)the world the offer of salvation.

Message developed as part of series inspired and adapted from Max Lucado’s book 3:16, Numbers of Hope, study guide materials, and his sermon series by the same title. Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10; Genesis 22; John 1 Title: He Gave Series: 3:16 (part 3) Introduction Thirteen-year-old Logan Henderson ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: *other

I See Dead People Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Faith is a key doctrine in the life of a Christian. The sinner is saved through faith (Eph. 2:8-9), then the believer must walk by faith (2 Cor. 5:7). Without faith it is impossible to please God (Heb. 11:6); and whatever we do apart from faith is sin (

I See Dead People Illustration: The Sixth Sense 14What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? 15Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. 16If one of you says to him, "Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed," but ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Integrity Of Abraham Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Sep 12, 2008

What can integrity do in us? 1. Integrity guides us; Proverbs 11:3. 2. Integrity gives us hope; Job 4:6. 3. Integrity gives us security; Proverbs 10:9. 4. Integrity gives us protection; Psalm 25:21.

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Scripture: Genesis 14:1-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Vital Goal For The Next Generation

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 23, 2011

1. We must declare God’s might (vs. 1-6). 2. We must declare God’s majesty (vs. 5 & 10-13). 3. We must declare God’s mercy (vs. 8-9 & 14-21).

A Vital Goal for the Next Generation Psalm 145:1-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - October 3, 2010 *Goals are important in life. A wise man once said, “If you aim at nothing, you'll hit it every time.” And that is true. On the other hand, Les Brown once said: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Harvest Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 30, 2013

All who proclaim salvation in Christ must be 1) Content with the Lord’s Provision (Luke 10:2-4), 2) Faithful to the Lord’s Message (Luke 10:5–9), and 3) Diligent to declare Judgment (Luke 10:10–12).

For those who were eagerly awaiting the latest birth to the British royal family, there was an unusual stealth campaign. Members of the family and staff were tight lipped as to the gender and name of the child until birth. The announcement of the birth was through a combination of posted notices ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-12

Denomination: Other

The Heaven Vs. The Kingdom Of God(5) Series

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 7, 2012

Just what do you think Heaven? What is Heaven like? What did Jesus mean when He taught His disciples to Pray, “Thy WILL BE DONE on EARTH, AS IT IS in HEAVEN (Matthew 6:9-10).” Please, read it again in your own Bible. What is the Will of God in Heaven that

“ENTER ye in at the strait gate: for WIDE is the gate, and BROAD is the way, that leadeth to DESTRUCTION, and MANY there be which GO IN there at: Because strait is the gate, and NARROW is THE WAY, which leadeth unto LIFE, and FEW THERE BE THAT FIND IT.” (Matthew, 7:13-14). What is the REWARD of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: *other

Give Hope Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2009

Looking at 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 we can see the nature of difficulties in: 1) Giving Hope (2 Cor. 1:3-7), 2) Getting Hope (2 Cor. 1:8-9), 3) Praise for Hope ( 2 Cor. 1:10-11)

The actions recently of major Nidal Malik Hassan on Fort Hood in Texas, have been shocking. The US army psychiatrist, who was charged with providing hope and comfort to distressed soldiers, turned on them, shooting 51. In 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul rejoiced because God has so recently ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Other

Christ In The Garden Of Eden Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 9, 2011

Christ was there in the Garden of Eden: 1. Seeking to connect with sinners (vs. 8-9). 2. Seeing through our conniving ways (vs. 7-13). 3. Showing us the consequences of our sin (vs. 14-19). 4. Showing us the cross (vs. 14-15 & 21).

Old Testament Encounters with Christ Part 3: Christ in the Garden of Eden Genesis 3:1-21 (reading vs. 7-15) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 7, 2011 *We are looking at Old Testament encounters with the pre-incarnate Christ. -And tonight we will look at the Garden of Eden in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

How Much Are You Willing To Give Up? Series

Contributed by Jeremy Meier on May 3, 2013

We’ll be going through the 9th chapter of Luke discussing two different types of people: those who put Jesus as their top priority and those who don’t. For those that chose to put Jesus as their priority, we’re also going to talk about the cost of follow

Luke 9:57-62 57As they were walking along the road, a man said to him, "I will follow you wherever you go." 58Jesus replied, "Foxes have holes and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head." 59He said to another man, "Follow me." But the man replied, "Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational