Sermons on Strength And Power:

The Power Of Words

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. I have found our journey through the book of James to be a personal challenge. For the focus has been on Christian maturity. I have been challenged as to whether or not I am a mature Christian. My attitudes, my words, my actions and my lack of actions have been examined. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gospel Powered

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

The Gospel is a powerhouse for ALL who believe, no matter what color of skin, no matter what race, no matter what age.

GOSPEL POWERED TEXT: Romans 1:16-17 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. 17 For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

The Power Of Prudence

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. While imitating former President George Bush, the Saturday Night Live comedian Dana Carvey used a phrase that made him famous, "Wouldnât be prudent!" Instead of becoming resentful of Carvey, the President used prudence to invite Dana Carvey and his wife to the white house where the two men becam

1. While imitating former President George Bush, the Saturday Night Live comedian Dana Carvey used a phrase that made him famous, "Wouldnât be prudent!" Instead of becoming resentful of Carvey, the President used prudence to invite Dana Carvey and his wife to the white house where the two men ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:15-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Love

Contributed by Michael Bennett on Oct 18, 2000

During the month of September, we have been looking at the subject of love, using I Corinthians 13, as the basis for our studies.

During the month of September, we have been looking at the subject of love, using I Corinthians 13, as the basis for our studies. Today is part two in the sermon series. In part two, we are looking at the middle section of I Corinthians 13 that St. Paul wrote to the Corinthian church at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5-8

Supernatural Power Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

For a church to be effective, it must have the supernatural power of God.

Supernatural Power Acts 11:19-26; s.s. I. Prototype of Antioch A. Hand of the Lord was with them (Acts 11:21) 1. King Saul (1 Samuel 10:1-10) 2. Elijah (1 Kings 18:46) B. Barnabas saw the grace of God (Acts 11:23) 1. Conversions (vs. 21,24) 2. Prayer & Fasting (13:2,3) 3. Spontaneous Generosity ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Normand Cote on Jun 8, 2001

An introduction to the book of Romans with an emphasis on what the gospel is.

Sermon title: The Power of the Gospel Scripture: Romans 1:1-17 Paul’s letter to Rome- The Bk. of Romans. Introduction: We will be studying the book of Romans in detail for the next while. · Why does Paul write this letter particularly since he did not start the church in Rome? · Why is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-18, Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: Adventist

Resurrection Power

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Jun 11, 2001

The direction of Your lives can be altered by the power and presence of Jesus in our life. It’s time for a miracle.

RESURRECTION POWER!!! “When God raised up his servant, he sent him first to you to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways” (Acts 3: 26). Peter and John had just healed the beggar at the temple gate where he was sitting begging money that he could live. The people who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:26

Denomination: Holiness

The Power Of The Tongue Series

Contributed by Tim George on Jul 13, 2001

James reminds us that our words can be the most powerful force known to man. Words can set the course of individuals and nations. Consider what God has to say to us about the way we speak.

“For we all stumble in many things. If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. Indeed, we put bits in horses’ mouths that they may obey us, and we turn their whole body. Look also at ships: although they are so large and are driven by fierce winds, ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Power To Change

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Jul 20, 2001

The Word of God is powerful, and is a key element of change in our life if we will allow it to be.

If there is one thing we desperately need in the Church today, it is for our people to be continuously transformed by God. We need to get into His Word until His Word gets into us! We need to see change in a lot of areas in this world. All of us recognize that need. But even areas in people and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where's The Power

Contributed by Chris Mason on Aug 6, 2001

Where is the power? The power is found in Christ alone! It sounds so simple, then why do we have such a problem following it.

Where Is The Power? No matter how hard I try, I just can’t stop using profanity, lying, cheating, stealing, turning my back on God! What I need to know is: where’s the power. Didn’t God say that He would never leave nor forsake me, then why do I find myself in these situations time after time. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28, 1 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spirit And Power

Contributed by Michael Treston on Oct 24, 2001

how plugging into God can change your life

Spirit and Power. Luke 8:40 A story within a story. MIRACLES. If we believe Jesus is who he say’s he is then we should have no problem with miracles. In Jesus the fullness of God is held. Colossians 1:19 puts it like this that in Jesus the fullness of God lived, So when Jesus worked he dripped ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-48

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Power Of Love

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 31, 2001

This Bible study reveals the power of loving Jesus has on our lives.

The Power of Love Luke 7.36-50 Midweek Bible Study October 1, 1997 1. What is happening? Jesus was invited to the house of a Pharisee and a sinful woman hears of Jesus being in town and enters the home. She goes to Jesus and immediately begins to wash His feet and anoints Him with perfume. This ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Church Of God

The Power Of Gratitude

Contributed by David Swensen on Nov 20, 2001

Life is tough. As a result, there is need for us to reach out & touch a life. The heart that regularly gives thanks is the heart that serves God by faithfully ministering to others.Such is the power of gratitude

THE POWER OF GRATITUDE Colossians 3:12-17 INTRODUCTION Mildred Hondorff, a former elementary school music teacher from Des Moines, Iowa, tells of life-changing experience she had with a pupil. Supplementing her income by teaching piano lessons she taught a “musically challenged” pupil ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Staying Power Series

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 8, 2001

Apostolic Christianity is opportunity driven.

Do verses 2-3 make sense to you? "But the Jews who spurned God’s message stirred up distrust among the Gentiles against Paul and Barnabas, saying all sorts of evil things about them..." At which point--based on prior patterns in the book of Acts, you’d expect Luke to say, "So they were let over ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-20

Denomination: *other

There Is Power In That Name

Contributed by Craig Fenton on Feb 21, 2002

Peter and John, disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ. The messiah, that was prophesied about, the God that became flesh and walked with them.

Peter and John, disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ. The messiah, that was prophesied about, the God that became flesh and walked with them. The atonement of sins for the world. Peter and John were doing what they were commanded to do. They were spreading the good news of salvation and when they get ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal