Sermons on The Plot To Kill Jesus:

What God Does With Pain Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Oct 13, 2011

In this message the "stages" of experiencing pain are examined, with the goal of God using our pain to point others to him

INTRODUCTION * God’s sovereignty: he is in control of all; clearest demonstration of God’s sovereignty is making good come out of bad * How God demonstrated this in Scripture: - Joseph’s life (innocence - sold into servitude - rises in power in Egypt - incident with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-40

Denomination: Baptist

How To Leave A Legacy Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Oct 13, 2011

In this message the example of Paul is used to show us how we can leave a legacy of faith to those who come behind us

INTRODUCTION * Think of the people who’ve made a lasting impact on your life (i.e., grandparent, teacher, close friend, etc.) * Why we remember them: they made a significant impression upon us and did something that changed our lives - they left a legacy * We’re always thankful for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

We Are The Pudding Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 17, 2011

The proof is in the pudding, and those of us who know Christ are the pudding.

We Are the Pudding (2 Corinthians 3:1-6) 1. Many of you know that I love to cook. When Marylu went to work 5 years ago, I told her I would take over cooking. 2. I have to cook low-cholesterol: no egg yolks, butter, cream, bacon, shrimp or organ meat. Yet amazing how many delicious meals a person ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Double Doom

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Feb 18, 2013

a) Condemned at God’s Judgment b) Separated from Believers.

Ungodly • Without God, • Ungodly – Forgetful careless lives • They live according to their passions. • Pursuing their dreams, goals, & plans but not God • Disrespect, Denying, Disobeying God • Many think that so long as they don’t do wrong it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Hell Is Repulsive

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Feb 18, 2013

How Can A Loving God Actually Justify Hell?

People can be offended by the preaching on hell - ("I can’t believe you think this! You’re just trying to scare people. - That’s not very loving..."). - They claim that speaking about hell is unloving - Like signs warning boaters of what is going to happen if they continue down the river. - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Jerusalem And David

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 3, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Do you love Jerusalem? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show Jerusalem as chosen city and King David as chosen king. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 6:6 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) But now I have

I. EXORDIUM: Do you love Jerusalem? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show Jerusalem as chosen city and King David as chosen king. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 6:6 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) But now I have chosen Jerusalem as the place for my name to be honored, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 6:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Abijah's Defeat Of Jeroboam

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 4, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Is the joy of the LORD your strength? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that GOD fights His battles on our behalf. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 13:20 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) So Jerobo

I. EXORDIUM: Is the joy of the LORD your strength? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that GOD fights His battles on our behalf. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 13:20 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) So Jeroboam of Israel never regained his power during Abijah’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 13:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hosea - An Introduction Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 7, 2013

Who are the Minor Prophets and what can we learn from them? Hosea is the 1st in a list of prophets that we refer to as 'Minor Prophets' but their message is anything BUT minor!

Hosea 1:1 [NLT] February 27, 2013 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Hosea Bible Study Hosea – An Introduction: A Study of the Minor Prophets Hosea (760-720 BC) HOSEA to Israel (Northern Kingdom) Hebrew word for “Salvation” BACKGROUND If you want some really ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Manifestation Gifts - Discerning Of Spirits

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 22, 2013

Spiritual gifts are manifestations of the Holy Spirit. These gifts belong to the church and are supernatural manifestations of the Holy Spirit and are manifest through Spirit-filled believers. These manifestations are visible expressions of the Holy Sp

The Manifestation Gifts - Discerning of Spirits 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 - But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the same ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Charismatic

Being In Awe Of God Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Dec 9, 2011

How to stop living in fear and worry in this world by trying not to get too comfortable here in this earth.

We had been given a gift to go the Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC to go on a Rope Course and Zip Line. First of all you get into a harness which feels like you are a two year old that has just gotten into trouble for the 20th time. Now you are on a leash, a short leash. The rope course is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:29-31

A Supernatural Touch

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 1, 2012

Exposing the benefits of our complete realiance on the power of Good

A Supernatural Touch Bishop David Ibeleme Ex. 4:1ff, 17, 20. We all need a supernatural touch if we are going to make it on earth.  Though we live in the world we are not of the world – Jn. 17; 2 Cor. 10:3-6.  We cannot function carnally.  The natural realm is limited ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is Wisdom? Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 23, 2011

Message about wisdom from Ephesians

Walking In Wisdom James 1:5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. Redeeming the Time Understanding the will of the Lord Filled with the Spirit Expressing the spirit of Joy Submitting one to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Discovering Genesis, Part 15 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 15, 2011

Part 15 focuses on the sin of Sarai and Hagar and Abram and specifically examines the application to us about waiting on God to fulfill His promise. He does not need our help in fulfilling His promises ... we are called simply to wait on Him.

Discovering Genesis, Part 15 (The Tale of Two Families, Part 1) Genesis 16:1-16 Introduction - This morning, we saw the response of Abram to God in a two part phase - (v6) The Bible tells us 1) Abram believed then, 2) God credited righteousness - It is something that we have to see: God is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Ghost Baptism

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 29, 2011

Holy Ghost baptism is a gift from God to believers, and we must follow the scriptural principles in the reception and the operation of the gift in the Church.

THE HOLY GHOST BAPTISM Study Texts: Matthew 28:19; Acts 1:8 Introduction The Christian needs the power of the Holy Ghost for exploits in the service of the Lord. Enduement with power from on high makes a great difference in a believer’s life, ministry, home, and in every area of his/her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Gift Of Life"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 2, 2011

This message is about what God desires to give us for Christmas and that is life.

The Gift of Life Psalm 85 1. God restore us so we might have Life A. The People in today’s reading remember a better past and so they remind God we want our old life back. B. Look at verses 1-3 1You showed favor to your land, O LORD; you restored . 2You forgave the iniquity of your people ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: Methodist