Sermons on The Great Deceiver:

The Great Adventure: Real Christianity Is Not Boring Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Mar 10, 2009

The early Christians did not live a boring spiritual life. We can experience a spiritual adventure when we follow their example.

The Great Adventure March 11, 2009 Real Christianity is not boring. Acts 14 We can experience a great spiritual adventure… I. When we exercise great spiritual habits Paul and Barnabas go to church – when it is good and bad. 14:1-7 1. We all have habits. Some good, many bad. a. Habits will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Great Things Come In Small Packages

Contributed by John Slythe on Oct 11, 2006

How we can learn for all of God’s creatures - even the smallest ones.

Great things come in small packages. This statement is proven true throughout the Bible. From Abraham as one lonely 90 year old pilgrim, to the orphaned slave child Moses to the shepherd boy David – God’s Word teaches us great truths from the smallest of people. Jesus was even born in a small ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:24-28, Proverbs 30:24-38, Proverbs 6:6-8

Denomination: Christian Church

"How I Became A Great Success!"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 16, 2006

If you were to ask Joseph, “How did you become such a great success?” Perhaps he would have told you this following message of how God used seven tragic things in his life to make of him a success!

Title: “How I became a Great Success?” Introduction: No, I am not talking about me in the title! I am talking about Joseph. After being placed into the position of the most important person in the world at only thirty years of age, if you were to ask Joseph, “How did you become such a great ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:40-41

Denomination: Baptist

Great Reasons To Be Steadfast In God's Work

Contributed by Pastor Yolito De Gracia on Sep 17, 2006

It is God’s will that believers will grow in Grace and abound and be stedfast in the Lord’s service. There are great reasons that will move and inspire the Christians to be stedfast in the Lord’s ministry.

Title: Great Reasons To Be Steadfast in God’s Work Text: 1 Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. Be ye steadfast--not turning aside. Be firm, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57-58

Denomination: Baptist

Roommates, Bad Dates And Great Mates: Series

Contributed by Nelson Searcy on Nov 2, 2006

Today we are talking about purity. And really, as I think about the last five weeks that we have been in this series, this has been the key theme. We haven’t talked about it all the time, but purity is the big theme that this whole series has been built

ROOMMATES, BAD DATES & GREAT MATES Purity “. . .neither of them felt any shame” Hello everyone, and welcome once again to the Hammerstein Ballroom. If this is your first time with us, my name is Nelson, and today we are continuing this series called Roommates, Bad Dates and Great Mates. So, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Might Be A Great Servant If...

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 13, 2006

This sermon examines the life of John the Baptist as a model of servanthood and challenges the listener to look for those qualities in himself.

Introduction: One of the features of the Bible that I love is how people basically haven’t changed much in the past 6,000 years. Jn 3 shows that well. First, open to Mk 9:33ff, a scene 2 years later. Just kind follow along with me there. The disciples are on the road to Capernaum, having an ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Great Man Who A Had Doubts...

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Dec 2, 2003

It seems incredible with certain that a man who received from such obviousness of Messianité of Christ can in this way, disturbed being, to have doubts. He which baptized Jesus, but John the Baptist is not more different than are we are. He was only human

UN GRAND HOMME QUI A EUT DES DOUTES... Lecture : Luc 7/10-35 AIl en appela deux, et les envoya vers Jésus, pour lui dire: Es-tu celui qui doit venir, ou devons-nous en attendre un autre ?Arrivés auprs de Jésus, ils dirent: Jean Baptiste nous a envoyés vers toi, pour dire: Es-tu celui qui ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:10-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Great Adventure: "Stand Against The Tide!" Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jul 12, 2006

Noah stood against the culture of his day and was counted faithful. Christians are called to an exciting, challenging and different way of life… not to conform to the world.

We want to continue that excitement this morning as we delve back into our summer series, “The Great Adventure!” The Christian life is supposed to a great and exciting adventure! • Now, we don’t often talk about faith in those terms… • When we truly and honestly give ourselves to God and place our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Wee Little To Great Big Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 13, 2006

In order to draw nearer to Jesus we need to make the effort.

From Wee Little to Great Big Text: Lk. 19:1-10 Introduction 1. Read Lk. 19:1-10 2. Illustration: A certain man was troubled with dizzy spells. He went from one doctor to another and none could tell him what the problem was. He tried everything, it seemed. Finally, it was bothering him so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Great Adventure: "Step Up To The Plate!" Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jul 17, 2006

Moses is given a second chance ‘at bat’ to do a great thing for God, reluctantly steps up to the plate and hits a homer for God! Aim: To challenge Christians to step up to what God is calling them to in the church, in their families and as disciples of C

Last month my son’s ball team went to a Star’s baseball game for “Bat Night.” I tell you, there’s nothing quite like twelve six year-olds running around a ball park swinging their brand new wooden bats! Life can be exciting sometimes… • But that’s okay… the Christian life is supposed to be ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Adventure: "Sound The Battle Cry!" Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jul 24, 2006

Just as God called Joshua to lead the nation of Israel into battle, Christians are called into a spiritual battle, not against the people of the world, but the spiritual forces of evil which control the world. Cf. Eph. 6

Children sing—“I’m in the Lord’s Army!” Our children keep things exciting around here! We’re continuing what I hope is an exciting Bible study series, “The Great Adventure!” The Christian life ought to be a great adventure! • If you’re bored in your Christian walk… its NOT God’s fault! I ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Great Lessons From A Godly Mom

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 14, 2007

Hannah can bless us today with some great lessons for life: 1. Beware the bitterness trap (vs. 1-10) 2. Take your troubles to the Lord (vs. 10-18) 3. Give your best to God (vs. 11) 4. Rest in the truth that God will remember you (vs. 17-20)

Great Lessons from a Godly Mom 1 Samuel 1:1-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 13, 2007 *Moms are priceless! One time a Boy Scout leader was watching some new scouts try their hand at outdoor cooking, and he asked, -“How are you doing? Have you forgotten any essential ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

God Has Done Great Things Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on May 1, 2008

What produces worship in your life?

Why do I worship – Because God Has Done Great Things Question: What makes you sing? A familiar song on the radio? What makes you dance? A beat or rhythm with music that makes you want to move? What makes you smile? A baby’s gurgling glance? A sunset that takes your breath away? What makes your ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 38:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Great Gifts From God

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 1, 2010

If we compare the Epistle of Paul to the Romans to an expensive ring, Chapter 8 would no doubt be its precious stone! Romans 8 begins with no condemnation, closes with no separation for the believer and in between all things work together for good to thos

Intro: If we compare the Epistle of Paul to the Romans to an expensive ring, Chapter 8 would no doubt be its precious stone! Romans 8 begins with no condemnation, closes with no separation for the believer and in between all things work together for good to those that love God. In this great ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-18

Denomination: *other

The Gospel Of His Great Mercy - 2 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on May 8, 2011

‘The LORD is slow to anger, abounding in love and forgiving sin and rebellion. Yet he does not leave the guilty unpunished...

Dakota Community Church May 8, 2011 The Gospel of His Great Mercy - 2 Communion Sunday Exodus 12:12-13 “On that same night I will pass through Egypt and strike down every firstborn—both men and animals—and I will bring judgment on all the gods of Egypt. I am the LORD. 13 The blood will be a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Mennonite