Sermons on The Middle Belt States:

Are You Really Ready For The Battle?

Contributed by Joyce Scott on Mar 22, 2003

We are entrenched in daily spiritual warfare. Are you really ready for the battle?

ARE YOU REALLY READY FOR THE BATTLE? EPHESIANS 6: 10-20 PREACHED DURING WOMEN’S WEEK @ PGBC MINISTER JOYCE SCOTT 1st Lady, Pastoral Asst, Co-Founder of E.L. Ministries IN THIS CHAPTER(6), PAUL IS ON HIS THIRD MISSIONARY JOURNEY, WHERE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Battle Gear Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Ronald Degraw on Sep 30, 2004

Pt 3 in a series on the spiritual battle we are in and how to use the weapons we have to win these battles

Battle Gear pt 3 At the beginning of world war II, France believed that they were safe against Germany behind the Maginot line. The Maginot line was a defensive line built in the 1930’s. It stretched for over 200 miles on the NE border of France. It was state-of-the-art, built of thick concrete ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Methodist

Almost You Convince

Contributed by David Rogers on Oct 5, 2005

a sermon on how we almost are christians and we try to convince to surrender to Christ when often we haven’t surrendered totally to Christ ourselves.

Almost You Convince Me Acts 26:27-30 27King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? I know that you do believe.” 28Then Agrippa said to Paul, “You almost persuade me to become a Christian.” 29And Paul said, “I would to God that not only you, but also all who hear me today, might become both almost ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

I Did It My Way; Look Where It Got Me Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 19, 2011

The prodigal son rpoves to be a useful story for the way in which God searches for lost mankind.

The story is told of a man named Yussif, the Terrible Turk. Yussif was a 350-pound wrestling champion in Europe a couple of generations ago. After he won the European championship, he sailed to America to wrestle our champ, whose name was Strangler Lewis -- a little guy by comparison who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Helmet Of Salvastion Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 5, 2012

The soldier's helmet is one of the last pieces of armor to put on, but it is vital in keeping him safe.

Helmet of Salvation Ephesians chapter 6:10-6:18 Introduction- We are winding down the series putting on the full armor of God. We have looked at several of the body ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Nazarene

How She's Made

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 9, 2010

When we know how intricately, wonderfully and purposefully a person is made, we appreciate that person much more.

Title: How She’s Made Text: Proverbs 31:10-31 Thesis: When we know how intricately, wonderfully and purposefully a person is made, we appreciate that person much more. Introduction “How It’s Made” is a really interesting TV Series that airs on the Discovery Channel ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 24, 2023

When the enemy is attacking is no time to look for your armor and decide what you are going to do.

When the enemy attacks series Breastplate of righteousness #2 Ephesians chapter 6:10-18 Good morning, if you would turn to the book of Ephesians chapter 6 We began a series last week “When the enemy attacks”- It is not a question of if the enemy is going to attack, As a Christian we know it is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Nazarene

"Be Responsible Not Irresponsible" 1 Cor Pt 8 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 16, 2008

Paul warns the mature Christians in Corinth not to be irresponsible but responsible for the growth and spiritual well being of the babes in Christ.

“Be responsible not irresponsible!” Have Dr. Joe share about his mission trip? Summarize last week’s message: Lessons on marriage and family – Paul tells the church to be responsible and do things God’s way! Today he tells them to be responsible also in their relationships with others in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Cautious, Be Assured

Contributed by Christopher Decker on Nov 28, 2007

Helping people understand the end times. What Christ’s return really means!

Our Gospel Lesson this morning continues to deal with a subject that can frighten many, make many try to predict its coming and can catch many off guard, the subject is the second coming of Christ. Even Christ says in Mark.13:32-33 “But of that day or that hour no one knows, not even the angels in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Denomination: Lutheran

The Making Of A Godly Man

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 16, 2002

The church, the family this society needs Godly Men who are willing to be made in the image of their Creator God. How about you? Do you have the courage to be apart of God’s Army and face the greatest adventure of your life?

The Making of A Godly Man! Video Clip – From Promise Keepers in 1997, “ The Making of a Godly Man!” promo video. Texts: Judges 6:12-16 12When the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon, he said, “The LORD is with you, mighty warrior.” 13“But sir,” Gideon replied, “if the LORD is with us, why has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Judges 6:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being A Truthful Person Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 21, 2023

The importance of honesty in the life of a Jesus follower.

Being A Truthful Person Matthew 5:33-37 OKAY MGCC – let’s do this, WEEK 21, in our verse by verse study of the Gospel of Matthew. THIS MORNING WE - are going to unpack Matthew 5:33-37… NOW - as I began my week I thought we would dive into Matthew 5:33-48 (16 verses) and finish chapter 5… So ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-47, Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord Of The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 24, 2011

Jesus, who is over and beyond the Sabbath, brings rest, learning, worship, and holiness forever!

As we will read in our passage today, Jesus Christ proclaimed Himself as the “Lord of the Sabbath”. What does this mean? Let’s first read our text then we’ll answer the question; for Scriptures answer Scriptures in context! Open your Bibles to the Gospel of Luke Chapter 6. Read along with me ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Harvest Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Dec 25, 2022

Understanding Sanctification

Sanctification | Awaken to the Harvest | John 4:35-39 [Context] - Jesus had presented the gospel to the Samaritan women at the well). Samaritans were considered an inferior race (Jews + Babylonian mix race and only accepted the first 5 books of the OT). - The devil will make you think no one is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Work Of A Leader In God's Church Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 22, 2004

This is the second of two messages on leadership from my When God Builds A Church Series

INTRODUCTION „X In about three weeks, the members of the Auburn Christian Church will have the opportunity to make suggestions as to who they would like to see have the opportunity to be elected as Elders and deacons of this church. „X When you think about people you would like to see as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Work Of A Leader Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 5, 2007

What are church leaders called to do?

INTRODUCTION  SLIDE #1  When you think about people you would like to see as a possible Elder and Deacon candidates in this church, what exactly are these men supposed to do?  Are church leaders supposed to run a church like a corporation? Do they sit in the ivory tower and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ