Sermons on Text:

God Is Gracious

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 10, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD Gracious to you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove GOD's graciousness 4 ways using this text: Ezra 9:8 IV. TEXT: Ezra 9:8 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) “But now we have been gi

I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD Gracious to you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove GOD's graciousness 4 ways using this text: Ezra 9:8 IV. TEXT: Ezra 9:8 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) “But now we have been given a brief moment of grace, for the Lord our God has ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 9:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Exploit Or Not To Exploit

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 19, 2001

The text teaches us how to be a community of faith that is distinct, i.e. freed up folks in Christ by choosing the way of non-exploitation.

To exploit or not to exploit Ex.22:18-31 By Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC June 20, 2001 18 “A sorceress must not be allowed to live. 19 “Anyone who has sexual relations with an animal must be executed. 20 “Anyone who sacrifices to any god other than the LORD must be destroyed. 21 “Do not ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 22:18-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Rapture: Taking A Closer Look

Contributed by Chris Workman on Jun 20, 2001

An exposition of the two primary texts from which the doctrine of the rapture is drawn, distinguishing what the Bible actually says from common ideas.

The rapture is an intriguing subject and at the forefront of much Christian thought. What is it? This is the teaching that the church will be "caught up" or raptured in the clouds with Jesus and the resurrected believers and be with the Lord forever. That much is taught very plainly in 1 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-41, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Evangelize And Teach

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

How To Evangelize and Teach People About Evangelism - How To Teach Christians to Bring Others to Christ! TEXT - Luke 19:1-10

How To Evangelize and Teach People About Evangelism How To Teach Christians to Bring Others to Christ! TEXT - Luke 19:1-10 Learning Objective 1. The students will learn the principles, patterns, and methods for effective evangelism by analyzing how Jesus Christ brought Zacchaeus to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A True Baby Dedication

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

really a parent dedication!--THE CONFIRMATION, THE CLARIFICATION, THE COMMITMENT, THE CLAIMING. Link to free Formatted Text Version and ready-made Powerpoint included.

GIVING YOUR CHILDREN BACK TO GOD (Baby Dedication) Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website below... --------------------- Question: Have you ever given your children back to God? (Some of you are thinking, “I’d like to give them back—but I didn’t think God would take ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

On The Road Again

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 27, 2004

An object lesson with scriptural points - 10 things for the checklist as you hit the highway of life. Link inc. to formatted text and audio version.

On the Road Again [10 things for the checklist] Matthew 7:13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/OnRoadAgain.html A. Jesus often used object lessons. B. Behold a Sower went forth to sow. C. What man of you having 100 sheep. D. They help to impress spiritual lessons. E. Today let’s use a familiar ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Mission Of Division

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 27, 2004

Jesus talks about a mission that seems foreign to his character as the Prince of Peace - that of causing divisions. Come and explore this strange text with me.

August 29, 2004 Luke 12:49-53 “I have come to bring fire on the earth, and how I wish it were already kindled! But I have a baptism to undergo, and how distressed I am until it is completed! Do you think I came to bring peace on earth? No, I tell you, but division. From now on there will be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Lutheran

Church Discipline: Forgotten Doctrine Of The 21st Century Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 18, 2004

Tactful way of bringing the church back to the Biblical roots of accountability, responsibility, and discipline! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

CHURCH DISCIPLINE Forgotten Doctrine of the 21st Century I Corinthians 5 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ChurchDiscipline.html The time to deal w/ church discipline is now…not because of any problems, but because there aren’t any problems. Our unity is at an all-time high…God’s power is upon this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Burdened Watchman

Contributed by Dan Stires on Nov 6, 2002

How do we become burdened for those who are lost in their sin and need a Savior? The text here deals with the burdened watchman of Dumah.

The Burdened Watchman Isaiah 21:11-12 Intr: Illus. 1. Hattie Wiatt, a little girl, came to a very small Sunday School and asked them inside the church if she would come in. 2. But it was explained to her there was not enough room for her to come. 3. In less than two years she fell ill, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 21:11-12, 2 Chronicles 7:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Neil Olcott on Nov 6, 2002

A sermon to help teach the biblical basis for the Lord’s Supper with a lot of help from John MacArthur’s commentary on this text.

Date: 11-3-02 Title: The Lord’s Supper Bible Text: Matthew 26:26-30 Intro: What is the Lord’s Supper really all about? Do we fully understand what this monthly ritual we participate in is supposed to mean? Or do we just do the Lord’s Supper because, well, because that is what a person does at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-30

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Happy Christian

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Sep 13, 2003

How are you expressing yourself to a lost world? Christians ought to be the happiest people around. Our text looks at how to be a happy Christian.

How to be a Happy Christian 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. INTRODUCTION Who here today wishes to be happy? – (Just raise your hands.) “Several years ago the #1 song on the pop charts was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Desperate Times Call For Desperate Measures

Contributed by Greg Rupley on May 21, 2003

What Would You do to bring someone to Christ? Looks at the full text Luke 5: 17-26 with a call for decision at the end.

Luke 5: 17-26 … “Desperate Times Call for Desperate Measures.” Jesus Heals a Paralytic (original except for titles of outline points.) What would you be willing to do for $10,000,000? In their book, The Day America Told the Truth, James Patterson and Peter Kim reveal some shocking statistics ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Drive Back Down Memory Lane

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on May 28, 2003

There is specific memorial I draw your attention to found in the text that was established for the purpose of remembering the God who facilitated their deliverance to the promise land.

A DRIVE BACK DOWN MEMORY LANE Scripture Reference: Joshua 4:1 – 9; 19 –24 Introduction Webster’s defines memorial as… 1. Anything intended to preserve the memory of a person or event; something, which serves to keep something else in remembrance; a monument. –Macaulay 2. Something, such as a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Do You Say He Is?

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Mar 3, 2003

I share just a few thoughts of who Jesus is. Our text describes Him as King, Lord, and Prophet. He is that and more.

Our text,in verse ten asks the question, "Who Is this?" Verse eleven answers the questions this way, "This is Jesus the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee. Matthew 16, Jesus asked the disciples "Who say ye that I am?" the disciples answered saying, "Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some Elias; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-10, Matthew 16:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Ten Campaign Promises Of Our Coming King"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 20, 2005

In this text you will find "ten campaign promises" of our coming king. Have you cast your vote for King Jesus yet?

"Ten Campaign Promises of our Coming King!" Introduction: Jesus is coming again. God has not forgotten his promises to the nation of Israel. He will rule as their King for a thousand years in his millenial Kingdom! Here are the ten campaign promises of the coming King: 1. The International ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25

Denomination: Baptist