Sermons on Sweet Hour Of Prayer:

God's Power Of Creation

Contributed by James May on Jan 14, 2004

We all need God’s creative power in our lives if we are to be what God wants us to be.

GOD’S POWER OF CREATION (Parts of this sermon are based upon a sermon that I read but I do not know the name of the author.) Genesis chapter 1:1-31 Genesis 1:1-2, "In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2, Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A World Without Jesus. . .?

Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 29, 2004

What would the world today be like if Jesus had never been born?

POINTS OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES Crusade Church of God www.pointsoftruth.com “He was born in an obscure village, the child of a peasant woman. He grew up in another obscure village where He worked in a carpenter shop until He was thirty. Then for three years He was an itinerant preacher.” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Farewell To The Flesh (Mardi Gras Carnival)

Contributed by James May on Feb 15, 2004

This sermon deals with the evils of Mardi Gras and its effect upon the heart, mind and soul of men, especially Christians who take part in the revelry.

FAREWELL TO THE FLESH Since we live in south Louisiana, I think it would be timely for this message concerning the Mardi Gras season. It’s that time again; the time for King Cakes, Purple and Gold decorations, costumes and decadence beyond description. This is the time when the true heart of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:16, 1 Timothy 4:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hunger And Thirst For Righteousness Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Feb 23, 2004

The Beatitudes: Building Blocks to Be Like Jesus #4

✎ Americans love to eat! Annually we spend over 4 trillion dollars on food (yes that was T trillion). About five percent of our food money goes for snacks; that’s a mere 20 billion dollars each year (amazing how our pocket change adds up). The proof of Americas love affair with food is in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Long Will You Waiver

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2004

In this message we see the prophet Elijah battling 450 false prophets on Mt Carmel. (1 Kings- pt 4)

"HOW LONG WILL YOU WAIVER?" TEXT: I KINGS 18:16-40 INTRODUCTION Several weeks ago when we talked about Elijah we said that he was an outdoorsman who came riding into town to tell King Ahab that because of the sin in the land, because the people had turned their backs on the one true God and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Defeat, Shame & Victory

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2004

Today we are going to survey chapters 2 through 7 of I Samuel. And as we do we will uncover several lessons for the family, the church and the world.

DEFEAT, SHAME AND VICTORY TEXT: I SAMUEL CHAPTERS 2-7 INTRODUCTION As we continue our study in the book of I Samuel I want to again emphasize that even though we are under the New Covenant that the Old Testament is still relevant for Christians today. Paul in I Corinthians chapter 10 was ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Temptation

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 4, 2004

The title says it all!

Dealing with Temptation Matthew 4:1-11 May 2, 2004 Introduction As we begin our time together in the Word of God, I would ask that you turn in your Bibles to Matthew 4. If you¡¦re using the Bibles in the seats, this is on page 682. In December of last year, we began to look at the book of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, James 1:13-15

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Will You Do With Jesus? Turn To Him! Series

Contributed by Jim Black on May 12, 2004

Hearing the good news of Jesus demands a response...will it be to turn to him?

What will you do with Jesus? Turn to Him Acts 3:17-22 Focus: Hearing the good news of Jesus demands a response¡K will it be to turn to him? Function: To call hearers to turn their lives away from sin and back towards Him. Sunday mornings at our house are crazy¡Xas you might imagine! I have to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:17-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Destined For Glory Series

Contributed by David Welch on Sep 8, 2004

Part 12 of a series in Romans dealing with our glorious heritage in Christ.

Chico Alliance Church August 19, 2001 Pastor David Welch “Destined for Glory” Romans 5:2 Review I. Receive the gift of God’s righteousness by faith 1-5 A. God proves every man needs His righteousness 1-3 B. God explains and illustrates His way to righteousness 3:21-4:25 C. Justification results in ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Free Indeed Series

Contributed by David Welch on Sep 8, 2004

Part 20 of the Romans Series dealing with our freedom in Christ.

Chico Alliance Church October 28, 2001 Pastor David Welch Title slide “Free Slaves” Review In our study of John’s gospel I compared his writing to a marvelous musical or symphony of vital truths with the first chapter serving as an overture introducing the numerous themes developed throughout the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

My Peace I Give Unto You Series

Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 15, 2004

The third fruit of the Spirit, peace.

Introduction: 1. Open your Bibles to Galatians 5:22. The Great Chicago Fire occurred in 1871. Over 300 people died & another 100,000 were left homeless. Tragedies like this one, always bring out hero is some people. One of the heroes of the Great Chicago Fire was Horatio Gates Spafford. Spafford ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Zechariah 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

Christ The Yes To All God's Promises Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Sep 23, 2004

We should be seeking to show in our lives the grace & sincerity of God, but we do this not trusting in our own strength, but trusting solely in God’s grace & forgiveness.

By Danny Saunders The rumor goes that when Sally Robins dropped her oars at the women’s Olympic rowing event, another member of the team threatened to throw her out of the boat. The other rowers were fuming but when the rowing authorities stepped in they quickly & publicly indicated their support & ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Goodness Comes From The One Who's Good Series

Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 23, 2004

The 6th sermon in a series on the fruits of the Spirit. A sermon on goodness.

Introduction: 1. Last week we talked about "kindness." This week we look at another fruit of the Spirit that on the surface doesn’t seem all that spiritual, "goodness." 2. We joke about being good with one another. We say things like, "Some people you have to pay to be good while others are just. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Success Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 27, 2004

What does it mean to succeed spiritually? Micah gives us three suggestions.

When I was in High School I wasn’t sure what I wanted to be when I grew up, sometimes even today I’m not sure what I want to be when I grow up. However I had plenty of dreams and aspiration, and when ever I visualized myself doing any of those particular things that I dreamed of doing I was always ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Would Jesus Say? Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 4, 2004

Sermon 4 of 4: What would Jesus say about the way we celebrate Christmas today?

Revelation 12:1-5 What Would Jesus Say? Introduction The year was 1809. The international scene was looking bleak. Napoleon was sweeping through Austria; blood was flowing freely. Nobody then and there cared much about babies. But the world was overlooking some very significant births. It always ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-5

Denomination: Baptist