Sermons on Taking Advantage Of Opportunities:

Symbols Of The Holy Spirit: The Anointing Oil Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 10, 2011

Messages that try to understand the Holy Spirit by the Symbols that is used.

Note: Idea and notes inspired by Wayne Dority's messages on the Holy Spirit. Title: Symbols of the Holy Spirit: The Oil Theme: To show the Holy Spirit in relation to the oil. Text: Introduction 2 Corinthians 1:21 Now He who establishes us with you in Christ and has anointed us is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:21

Denomination: Church Of God

From Persecutor To Propagator- Paul (Saul) Meets The Christ! Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Oct 11, 2011

We need to seriously examine whether we are in a position to hear God's voice and to obey His commands to us, and to understand that God is able to get our attention if necessary and it may not necessarily be a pleasant experience if we are not in a posi

Act 9:1-20 And Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest, 2 And desired of him letters to Damascus to the synagogues, that if he found any of this way, whether they were men or women, he might bring them bound unto Jerusalem. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Josiah Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Apr 6, 2009

Our last hero, Josiah, shows us what it means to be a breakthrough hero. What Josiah is able to accomplish sets the stage for the renewal of a pivotal worship practice that prepares the way for Jesus’ new covenant.

Heroes of the OT: Josiah 2 Kings 23:19-25 March 29, 2009 Our last hero is Josiah. He is what I’m calling a breakthrough hero. I’ll be talking about what that means for the people of the OT and for us. What I believe this hero will address is the social area of our lives with a strong emphasis on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 23:19-25

Denomination: Church Of God

Famous Last Words Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 8, 2009

Final words and lessons from David’s life.

Introduction: A. The story is told of an old man named Fred who had been a faithful Christian and was in the hospital, near death. 1. The family called their preacher to come stand with them. 2. As the preacher stood next to the bed, Ol’ Fred’s condition appeared to deteriorate and he motioned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is The Church? Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 8, 2009

Jesus said He would build His church. What did he say about it’s foundation, function, fruit and future?

WHAT IS THE CHURCH? A man bought a new hunting dog. Eager to see how he would perform, he took him out to track a bear. No sooner had they gotten into the woods than the dog picked up the trail. Suddenly he stopped, sniffed the ground, and headed in a new direction. The inexperienced dag had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Holy Is His Name (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Mark Lewis on Sep 20, 2009

Part 4 in a series on the Lord’s Prayer

HOLY IS HIS NAME (Part 2) LUKE 11:1-4 INTRO. – God’s name signifies more than titles. It represents all that He is—His character, plan, and will. It is not because we simply know God’s titles that we love and trust Him, but because we know His character. Invoking His name reminds us of His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Studies In Genesis: Chapter 41 Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 18, 2011

This is a study of the book of Genesis. Genesis and Revelation are two of the most disputed books in the Bible. The premise of this study is the foundation of creation.

Note: When doing a study on a book in the Bible you use a lot of resources. The major influence for me on this study of Genesis is The Genesis Record by Henry Morris. What happened in Chapter 40? At the end of chapter 40 where do we leave Joseph? Romans 5:3 And not only [so], but we glory in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Church Of God

The Birth Of A King Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 18, 2011

32 week sermon series inspired by Max Lucado and Randy Frazee. This message begins a 10 week journey through the NT; beginning with a look at the birth of Christ.

The Birth of the King March 20, 2011 The Story - 22 The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. You’ll find that passage in John 1:14. Listen to those words again, The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. That phrase, ‘the Word became flesh,’ has so much ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Would You Like To Get Well?

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Oct 18, 2011

Jesus still speaks and when we obey the power fills us, life changes and it is good.

Would you like to get well? Oct 16, 2011 Jn 5:1-15 Intro: 38 years is a long time, don’t you think? About half a lifetime. 38 years ago, 1973, Nixon was in the middle of the Watergate scandal, Montreal won the Stanley Cup and there was barely a hint of an Edmonton Oilers, the Academy ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Helpful To The Ministry Of Christ Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 19, 2011

In our text, Paul tells of some people who were helpful in the ministry and some who were not. Let’s examine these people to see how we can helpful to the Lord’s work. 1- Demas deserted 2- Mark helped 3- Alexander harmed 4- Christ strengthened

INTRO.- Do you remember the beautiful gate story in Acts 3:1-10? 1One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the time of prayer—at three in the afternoon. 2Now a man crippled from birth was being carried to the temple gate called Beautiful, where he was put every day to beg from those ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let The Peace Of Christ Rule

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 23, 2010

What actually rules in our hearts? If you let worry, anger, bitterness, hatred or fear rule – there will be no peace! Let Jesus rule your life & His peace will rule your heart, your words, your relationships, & your attitudes.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2017) Text: Colossians 3:15-17; John 14:27; Romans 12:18 It is interesting to visit other congregations & observe how they do some things differently than we do. For example, the way in which congregations close their worship ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17, John 14:27, Romans 12:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Your Footprint

Contributed by Robert Parker on Mar 30, 2007

Joshua said choose this day whom ye shall serve.. But as for me an my house we shall serve the Lord.

Joshua 24: 14-15 (24:14) Now therefore, fear the Lord, serve Him in sincerity and in truth, and put away the gods which your fathers served on the other side of the River and in Egypt. Serve the Lord! (24:15) And if it seems evil to you to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Christian Church

Songs Of Praise

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 21, 2012

Praise is an acknowledgement of God's character and goodness.

Songs of Praise Psalm 145:1-2 I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever. Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for ever and ever. David's Psalm Of Praise. Often in the book of Psalms there is a preface that names the songwriter or gives ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Easter Hope!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 30, 2012

In a disbelieving world, we need to believe in the resurrection and the hope it gives us.

April 8, 2012 Easter Worship Hope is Real I’m not going to make this easy for you today! I have questions, we all do, don’t you? The range from the wild and weird and crazy to the really deep philosophical and spiritual questions. Today, I want to ask you this question ~ How do we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Get Stuck! Series

Contributed by Jaymes Chase on May 6, 2012

How not to get stuck in the past but move forward in your relationship with Christ

Don’t Get Stuck! 1 Cor. 10 Introduction: Have you ever been stuck somewhere? I have been stuck in traffic, stuck in the mud, stuck working with people that are belligerent, stuck in situations that you know the moment you are in them you want to run. I’ve been stuck in fights ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God