Sermons on The Spirit Filled Church:

A Powerful Father's Blessing

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Jun 2, 2014

As Dad's, we should never underestimate the power we have to bestow, with our lives, blessings upon our children

“A Powerful Father’s Blessing” (Father’s Day Message) Genesis 48: 1-22 INTRO: 1. After Joseph had been given the throne, second only to Pharaoh himself, he didn’t seek revenge—He sought his father. a. Sought after the one who had nurtured the faith in him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 48:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cheerful Giver Series

Contributed by Bob Scudieri on Dec 19, 2013

The Lord is THE Cheerful Giver - ready to bless us to be a blessing

THE CHEERFUL GIVER Introduction 1. This year our stewardship emphasis has been “Holy (H-O-L-Y) obligated.” We are focusing on what it means to be a Biblical – Chrsitian steward. A steward doesn’t own anything – a steward manages what belongs to someone else. And the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:14

Denomination: Lutheran

Grace & Ministry Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

RECEIVING GRACE AND DOING SERVICE ARE INSEPARABLE PARTS OF THE EXPERIENCE OF TRANSFORMATION

Romans 1:5 – Grace & Ministry 5. By whom we have received grace and apostleship, for obedience to the faith among all nations, for his name: I. Received Gifts a. Paul is going to describe the powerful, life-changing gifts he has received from Christ b. James 1:17 -- Every good and perfect ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:5

Denomination: Church Of God

Practical Principles For A New Year

Contributed by George Bannister on Jan 5, 2014

This sermon suggests some possible personal core values to guide individuals in daily living.

Practical Principles for a New Year Text: Philippians 3:7-21 7 I once thought these things were valuable, but now I consider them worthless because of what Christ has done. 8 Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

Sickness Or Sin; Let Jesus Decide

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 11, 2014

The people of Capernaum wanted to see the physical manifestations of Jesus miracles, yet spoke of salvation. Are the two related?

Title: Sickness or sin; let Jesus decide Word count: 1791 This sermon was delivered to the congregation in St Oswald’s, in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 5th February 2012. (A Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Is 43.18-25 Psalm 41 2 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

God Is Always Fair

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 14, 2014

To display GOD's kindness in not forgetting us but forgetting our sins.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you forget things? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To display GOD's kindness in not forgetting us but forgetting our sins. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 6:10 (Contemporary English Version) God is always fair. He will remember how you helped his people in the past and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Shield Of Faith

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 15, 2014

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Shield of Faith Ephesians 6:16 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/shieldoffaith.html "Above all" = more important than the other articles in the armor as we dress for success. But why? Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: When you put on the breastplate of righteousness ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Death Spiral Or The Life Spiral

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 16, 2014

Life is not going into circles. Like the threads on a screw, we either are spiraling up or down,

The Death Spiral or the Life Spiral? Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:3 Last week, the word “time” dominated the Preacher’s thought. We learned that though at first it seemed like the Preacher was on the right track from our Christian point of view, this was not the case for Him. God had his ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lordship Of Christ

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 7, 2013

Thomas uttered one of the most profound statement of faith when he saw the resurrected Lord. To acknowledge His Lordship, we need to let go of our agenda, choose to have faith and see Jesus as He truly is.

RECAP last week sermon – Joshua 14:6-15 A look at Caleb, who followed the Lord wholeheartedly - what stands out for such a man? (1) TRUST IN THE UNSEEN GOD - He Does Not Believe Everything He Sees (2) CLING TO THE PROMISE - He Does Not Despair Over Misfortunes (3) CRAVE FOR THE BLESSING ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bigger Barns

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 15, 2013

A sermon on Luke 12:13-21 on life, money and stewardship (Outline and material adapted from Jack Peters at: http://www.sermonseeds.org/Luke/Luke%2012.htm under Money Principles)

HoHum: There have been times when we have gone to a high school football/basketball game and the kids asked for some money to buy candy. I gave them $5 and they returned with some candy. I ask for a piece and their answer is “no.” Here is what they don’t realize. First – I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Waiting On A Word During Suffering Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 7, 2013

It is no strange thing when the godly encounter persecution by those who refuse to yield to God & His Word. May the understanding that God has brought His servants before us through persecutions minister comfort & encouragement to us in our own tribulatio

PSALM 119: 81-88 [The Ministry of The Word Series] WAITING ON A WORD DURING SUFFERING [John 16:33] We have arrived at the eleventh section of the 22 letter alphabetic Psalm. Here the psalm reveals the dark and dreary midnight of a distraught soul. The psalmist is in anguish. His soul faints ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:81-88

Denomination: Baptist

The High Cost Of Acceptance

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 13, 2013

We see some costly things involved in the story of Ruth, including the costs of her "Redeemer." The book of Ruth reveals: A Spiritual Conversion; A Substantial Compassion; and a Significant Commitment.

1. Benjamin Franklin and the book of Ruth Benjamin Franklin had an appreciation for the Bible as he, along with T. Jefferson and J. Adams designed the first US Seal for congress with the Red Sea episode depicted. When he was the newly formed US government's representative to France he indulged in a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Obedience Of Faith

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 3, 2013

This is on the relationship of justification and obedience focused on Romans 5 to Romans 6 (Outline adapted from John Piper at: http://www.desiringgod.org/resource-library/sermons/command-of-god-the-obedience-of-faith and material from Jack Cottrell)

HoHum: On 11 May 2000 a lady found a new e-mail message on her computer, which simply said, "I love you". Like many would, she clicked to open the message, and the so-called "Love Bug" was born. With lightning speed it raced around the world, bringing politics and business to a halt. It was a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Moses - 3 Questions To Answer Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Sep 28, 2014

Everyone must answer three major questions in our lives. Who am I? What am I here for? What can stop me?

Title: Moses’ Life Mission and His Five Big Excuses Theme: Text: Exodus 3 - 4 Introduction When we think of Moses we often times think of this mighty man of God standing on the mountain and holding the 10 commandments. Or maybe you have the image of him with the rod held over the red sea ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

"Getting Out Of The Boat"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 14, 2014

A sermon about trusting Jesus.

Matthew 14:22-33 "Getting out of the Boat" I'm trying to remember if it was in KidzJam or Sunday school. It was one or the other. I was tucking Mary Ellen into bed on a Sunday evening and I asked her what she had learned in, again, either KidzJam or Sunday school. And she told me this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: United Methodist