Sermons on Supports:

Facing Opposition, Finding Strength

Contributed by Tim Hbc on May 7, 2009

In Acts 4 we see a church alive and on fire. But it is also a church under attack. How did the first believers cope with opposition?

Introduction Once upon a time, an atheist lived in a small town. The atheist wasn’t a bad man, he just didn’t believe. He wasn’t interested in church… and there was only one in the area. It was cold and dead. More of a social club for the deceased. One day the church building caught on fire. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:18-31

Denomination: Baptist

Liberated For Loyalty Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

This morning I want to look at Acts 4:32-5:16 because it is the best possible way to communicate what the Holy Spirit wants to enable our congregation to do - before He can guide us on to all that He intends us to do in the world.

LIBERATED FOR LOYALTY ACTS 4:32-5:16 This morning I want to look at Acts 4:32-5:16 because it is the best possible way to communicate what the Holy Spirit wants to enable our congregation to do - before He can guide us on to all that He intends us to do in the world. In the previous chapter we ...read more

Celebrate When Righteous, Hide When Wicked

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 14, 2014

To show that we celebrate in JESUS' Presence not in circumstances because we are always hidden in GOD's Presence.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you celebrate everyday? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we celebrate in JESUS' Presence not in circumstances because we are always hidden in GOD's Presence. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 28:12 (Amplified Bible) 28:12 When the [uncompromisingly] righteous ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord Protected Me From Trouble

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 16, 2014

To show that we are already in this world full of troubles, because the god of this world has blinded it's followers, but we are protected and kept safe by the LORD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you protected from trouble? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are already in this world full of troubles, because the god of this world has blinded it's followers, but we are protected and kept safe by the LORD. IV. TEXT: Psalms 138:7 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Abraham's Descendants Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 19, 2014

To show through the example of Abraham saying nothing is impossible with GOD and by faith everything is possible.

I. EXORDIUM: Is there anything too hard for the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show through the example of Abraham saying nothing is impossible with GOD and by faith everything is possible. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 11:12 (Amplified Bible) 11:12 So from one man, though ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Are Our Priorities?

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Sep 17, 2019

If we are offered grace, it is a sin to not offer it to others

Luke 16:1-13 As you might have noticed, we have been hearing a lot of parables from Luke in the last few months; this is Year C in the revised common lectionary. . . the year of Luke. And Luke seemed to concentrate on Jesus and his parables as teaching tools for his disciples and anyone who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13, Matthew 19:24, Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Episcopal

Impossible Love Part 4 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 29, 2018

Message 37 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. This is the fourth of six messages exploring the nature and practice of genuine love.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Impossible Love” Part Four I. Terms of Endearment II. A better way to go 1. Inadequate love The short version: Love is a desire and decision to meaningfully connect with others evidenced by deeds. 2. Humanly impossible love from 1 ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

God Hears The Prayer Of The Righteous

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 16, 2014

This is an encouragement to pray more and use our power and authority in praying, and exercise our faith in praying.

I. EXORDIUM: How is your prayer life? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: This is an encouragement to pray more and use our power and authority in praying, and exercise our faith in praying. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 15:29b (Amplified Bible) 15:29 The Lord is far from the wicked, but ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Is My Light And Truth

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 28, 2014

To show that JESUS is our Light and Truth and He leads us in this life.

I. EXORDIUM: Is JESUS leading you? Is JESUS your Light and Truth? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS is our Light and Truth and He leads us in this life. IV. TEXT: Psalms 43:3 (Amplified Bible) 43:3 O send out Your light and Your truth, let them lead me; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Wise Man Scales And Brings Down

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 14, 2015

To show what can a wise man do.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a wise man? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what can a wise man do. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 21:22 (Amplified Bible) 21:22 A wise man scales the city walls of the mighty and brings down the stronghold in which they trust. V. THESIS: Praise, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Enemies Doesn't Change Their Heart

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 27, 2015

To show why GOD will depress our enemies while they are alive - reason: because they don't fear GOD, not because they are your enemies.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have enemies? of course, even the LORD JESUS has enemies. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show why GOD will depress our enemies while they are alive - reason: because they don't fear GOD, not because they are your enemies. IV. TEXT: Psalms 55:19 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Ran To Meet Us

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 24, 2015

To show that GOD rans up to meet us and reached out to save us from our sins.

I. EXORDIUM: Have you chosen GOD? No. GOD chosed me. John 15:16 John 15:16 (Amplified Bible) You have not chosen Me, but I have chosen you and I have appointed you [I have planted you], that you might go and bear fruit and keep on bearing, and that your fruit may be lasting [that it may remain, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

My King And My God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 27, 2015

To show that our inner beauty came from the LORD, and this beauty refers to our worship of Him. 1 Peter 3:4 (Amplified Bible) But let it be the inward adorning and beauty of the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible and unfading charm of a

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have your own beauty? No. My beauty only radiates from the LORD. Isaiah 33:17 (Amplified Bible) Your eyes will see the King in His beauty; [your eyes] will behold a land of wide distances that stretches afar. Psalms 48:2 (Amplified Bible) Fair and beautiful in elevation, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Father Gives Good Gifts

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 4, 2015

To show that only GOD is good in giving the HOLY SPIRIT to us as a gift. Acts 1:8 (Amplified Bible) But you shall receive power (ability, efficiency, and might) when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you shall be My witnesses in Jerusalem and all J

I. EXORDIUM: Are you good? No. Only GOD is good. Mark 10:18 (Amplified Bible) And Jesus said to him, Why do you call Me [essentially and perfectly morally] good? There is no one [essentially and perfectly morally] good—except God alone. Luke 18:19 (Amplified Bible) Jesus said to him, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Armed Forces

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 16, 2015

Armed Forces Day is time set aside to recognize members of the Armed Forces that are currently serving. I would propose to you that we can and should show appreciation for those who are presently serving in the Armed Forces.

Title: Appropriate Praise Theme: Biblically Supporting Our Armed Forces The Bible says, "No king is saved by the size of his army; no warrior escapes by his great strength. A horse is a vain hope for deliverance; despite all its great strength it cannot save. But the eyes of the LORD are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational