Sermons on Stumbling Block:

Let The Spirit Empower Your Communications

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 15, 2003

The Holy Spirit will use your preaching to free people from all that limits them from doing God’s will. Jesus said, "You will know the truth and the truth will set you free." (John 8:31)

Illustration;In a seminary missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them ...read more

Scripture: John 8:30-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Many People Don't Accept The Good News Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Aug 27, 2001

What explanation does the Bible give for why many who are exposed to the gospel don’t receive it?

Why Many Don’t Accept The Good News Romans 10:16-21 The past couple of weeks we have been looking at Romans chapter 10. Two weeks ago we saw how Anyone and Everyone who calls out to the Lord to save them will be saved and will also not be disappointed in the decision that they have made. Last week ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:16-21, 2 Corinthians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

How To Help Your Audience Improve Their Listening Skills

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

HOW TO HELP YOUR AUDIENCE IMPROVE THEIR LISTENING SKILLS

HOW TO HELP YOUR AUDIENCE IMPROVE THEIR LISTENING SKILLS Jesus often said, ``He who has ears to hear, let him hear.’’ (Mk.4:9) He also understood that some people would continually hear but never understand. Some people need help in sharpening their listening skills. Here are several suggestions ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

And God Gave—1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 16, 2001

Part 1 of a 2 part sermon encouraging believers by a look at God’s special grace which has been lavished upon His people.

AND GOD GAVE-I—Joshua 24:1-13 Joshua reminded Israel of the extent of God’s giving to produce a viable witness in the world. God’s giving is intended to produce a viable witness in the world. What investment has God made in producing a witness(to salvation)? Investments God makes in producing a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Improve Our Preaching

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Let the Spirit empower, enable and enlighten your mind so you can be a more effective communicator of His truth

Illustration;In a seminary missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:23-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Fathers Or Godly Fathers

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Jun 6, 2006

I know you have heard the expression, “He sure was a good man.” Maybe you remember the phrase, “The one thing I remember about my father is, that he was a good man.” I want to suggest to you today that what we need are not just good fathers but we nee

I know you have heard the expression, “He sure was a good man.” Maybe you remember the phrase, “The one thing I remember about my father is, that he was a good man.” I want to suggest to you today that what we need are not just good fathers but we need godly fathers. Good will not take our ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Strange Things Happen

Contributed by James Thomas on Jun 2, 2007

The presence of Jesus will make a change in your life.

Strange Things Happen Pastor James Thomas jr. House Of Judah Ministries (MARK 10:46-52) This morning we find ourselves visiting the gospel according to Mark, John Mark who is referred to in the bible as Mark. Mark was a Companion of Peter. Mark also recorded what Peter preached while in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

Warfare

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Mar 25, 2007

Shows Christians that we are at war with Satan and that we must be up for the fight.

WARFARE 2 Cor 10.3-6 We are at war. What are we as a church doing to fight and win this war? What are we at war with?—Satan and Evil. The church must compete against—TV/Movies; Drugs/Alcohol; Sexual Perversion; Peer Pressure; Jobs—gods that keep people away from church; Schools—false doctrines ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Mystery Of The Uncertainties Of Life Series

Contributed by Chadrick Forrester on Feb 18, 2007

This sermon deals with the problem of suffering and pain.

The book of Ecclesiastes deals with the toughest questions in life including the problems associated with suffering and evil. Chapter 8:14 says "Here’s something that happens all the time and makes no sense at all: Good people get what’s coming to the wicked, and bad people get what’s coming to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Search Me, O God

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Feb 27, 2008

We must have a spiritual diagnostic check done frequently!

Search me, O God "Search me, O God and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me and lead me in the way everlasting." (Psa.139:23-24) Just as David asked God to search him for any sin of omission or commission so we need to allow God to run a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

So You Want To Follow Jesus Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Mar 17, 2008

Seperating those who truly follow Jesus from those who merely look like they follow Christ.

Series: Journey to the Cross Text: John 12:23-36 Title: “So You Want To Follow Jesus” Introduction • At this point in time many were still following Christ (triumphal entry), but they failed to grasp what Jesus meant by “go after” Him. • Still today there are many who call themselves Christians ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Model Neighbor

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Dec 24, 2008

Most people have lost the Biblical concept of neighbor, while they crave to have such neighbors. The sermons argues that it start with you.

THE MODEL NEIGHBOR Leviticus 19:9-18 One of the things I use to like about the apartment I lived for most of my life was the neighbors. We had good neighbors and some of the boys continue to be my friends to this day. Having good neighbors is something everybody likes and appreciates. Currently, ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:9-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God Calls

Contributed by Chris Summers on Jun 29, 2004

How do we hear when God calls us.

When God Calls Good morning everyone . Today I want to talk about when God calls on you. Question ,how do we know when God calls us? ...(ask around the room and let them reply if God has ever called them). I remember back when I was about 13-14 my mom had an 8-track tape (that’s a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Am I Ready For This! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Dec 13, 2004

First person narrative of Simeon; those who seek Jesus will find Him.

AM I READY FOR THIS! Luke 2:22-35 S: Simeon C: Seeking Jesus Th: Holy Responses to God Pr: THOSE WHO SEEK JESUS WILL FIND HIM. First person narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? • Have eyes of faith. • Jesus will be found when you are looking for Him. Version: ESV RMBC 12 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Baptist

God Used What Some Felt Was A Boy Doing A Man's Job

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Jan 16, 2007

God uses whom He chooses

Here is a story about a boy…. About 12 or 13 years of age. Born in 640 b.c. – son of a preacher – called by God to be a prophet. Just a kid… just a child…just a boy sent to do a man’s job. Jerimiah, called out during a nationwide revival. Jerimiah, called under the reing of King Josiah who ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-11

Denomination: Methodist