Sermons on The Sword Of The Lord:

Living Wisely Or Wisdom From Above Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 2, 2018

Message 18 in our exposition of James. This message covers 3:15-18 instructing us to live wisely followed by several insights regarding wisdom from above and wisdom from earthly , soulish and demonic sources.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Wisdom from Above” or "Living Wisely" The book of James is all about what it looks like to live by genuine faith. James recorded numerous instructions (51) that a person living by faith readily obeys because they are God’s instructions. James described ...read more

Scripture: James 3:15-18, 1 Corinthians 3:1-3, Ephesians 2:1-2, Colossians 2:20-23

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Christian" Cannibalism Or Sacrificial Service Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 3, 2018

Message 11 in our Galatians series on Paul's warning not to bite and devour one another.

Chico Alliance Church December 6 , 1998 “Christian Cannibalism” or Sacrificial Service I. Paul Possessed the Correct credentials 1-2 II. Paul Proclaimed the Correct Concept of Grace 2:15-4:31 A. The Gospel of Grace Introduced 2:15-21 B. The Gospel of Grace Argued and Illustrated 3:1-4:31 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2-4, Philippians 3:18-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Kingdom Clothes Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 21, 2018

Message 15 in our Colossians series dealing with the spiritual clothes of a believer.

Chico Alliance Church “Kingdom Clothes” Review On the basis of our new internal identity with Christ, Paul calls for us to put off the external things that identify one with the ways of the Old Kingdom and put on the clothes consistent with our new self and citizenship in the New Kingdom. • God ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jesus: Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Sep 9, 2019

This is the 24th sermon in a series on the Gospel of John. In this sermon we look at Jesus' claim to divinity by His statement "I am the Light of the World."

Jesus: Light of the World (John pt. 24) Text: John 8:12-30 Well Church; we’ve made it to John chapter 8. And We’re actually going to jump down to verse 12, and not read verses 1 through 11 this morning. And you say, “Why are we doing that Pastor Ken?” Well I’m glad you asked that question… If ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Don’t Check Your Brain At The Door!

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 15, 2019

Christian faith is more rational than atheism because it recognizes the minute information we possess and the insuperable complexity and design of the universe and life forms. We rest our intellect on the intellect of God. What could be wiser?

“DON’T CHECK YOUR BRAIN AT THE DOOR!” Acts 17:11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE CHECKER (I was told this by a friend) 1. I went shopping at Walmart earlier today and got a sack of chicken legs. Right before the young lady rang them up, I asked her if they were front or back legs. 2. She paused ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11, John 5:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Anchor Of Our Souls

Contributed by Pablo Catala on Oct 5, 2019

Jesus a sure foundation

Looking out the window In life we begin with a hope innocent child like faith that cannot be wavered an inspiration that without a doubt is unstoppable, youthful innocent impressionable sponges that are willing to take any risk yet understanding that we cannot cross that line because we are ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Testimony Of An Empty Tomb

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Mar 28, 2016

There is a tomb in a distant land with silent walls as well. If that tomb could speak to us what would it say? What would it tell us of the terrible – tragic – thrillingly triumphant events that transpired there some two thousand years ago?

TITLE: THE TESTIMONY OF AN EMPTY TOMB SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 24:1-12 Have you ever stood and just looked at an old empty house in a neighborhood? Perhaps the doors stand ajar, sagging on hinges, loosened by the ravages of weather and time. Have you noticed the vacant stare of glassless windows? If ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Loving For The Future Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 26, 2016

Others, Unity, Relationships

AN “I” EXAM: Restoring Our Vision for Christ’s Mission – Loving for the Future Philippians 2:1-5 (p. 819) May 1, 2016 Introduction: At one of our recent leadership meetings, one of our servant hearted elders, Brad Kidd, shared this poem called “The Bridge ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choices Bring Change Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 19, 2016

This sermon looks at three choices that can change our life. 1. We Must Choose Our THOUGHTS 2. We Must Choose to Depend on THE HOLY SPIRIT 3. We Must Choose to Respond Wisely to CIRCUMSTANCES

CHOICES BRING CHANGE Spiritual growth is not automatic. Change is a matter of choice. We can’t just passively sit around doing nothing and expect to grow. We must make three choices if we really want to change. First: 1. We Must Choose Our THOUGHTS Did you know that God is concerned ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mystery Babylon:, The Protestants, America, Mexico, Vatican I Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 20, 2015

Babylon is dealt a heavy blow as people begin to stream out of her, fight against her, and even discover a new world free from her influence (at least at the beginning). How will she respond to all of these changes?

FORTY-THREE: PROTESTANTISM This book is not meant to be an endorsement of "Protestantism" over Catholicism, though you may be shocked to hear me say it. It is not quite that simple. For example, "Protestant" England comes about in part as a result of the love-life of Henry VIII. Henry refuses to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Giving Grace - Part 6 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 25, 2019

A continuing look at the grace we receive from God. This is our call to extend grace to others.

Freely Grace, Grace Freely Matthew 10:8 April 28, 2019 The great Economist, Milton Friedman coined the phrase, “There’s no such thing as a free lunch.” In lots of ways that’s true. When someone gives you something, oftentimes they want something in return. Maybe not at that moment, but they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-39, Matthew 10:8

Denomination: Baptist

My Month Of Solutions

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 10, 2020

Welcome to our month of Solutions. Our God of abundant love and solutions will in the Splendour of His Majesty couple with his sovereignty touch all areas of your life that has defiled solutions .

Welcome to our month of Solutions. Our God of abundant love and solutions will in the splendour of His Majesty couple with his sovereignty touch all areas of your life that has defiled solutions since January this year or years past. God will give you heavenly and permanent solutions to the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7, Luke 15:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Month Of Solutions

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 17, 2020

Welcome to the month of Solutions. Our God of abundant love and solutions will in the splendour of His Majesty couple with his sovereignty touch all areas of your life that has defiled solutions since January this year or years past.+ -

Welcome to the month of Solutions. Our God of abundant love and solutions will in the splendour of His Majesty couple with his sovereignty touch all areas of your life that has defiled solutions since January this year or years past. God will give you heavenly and permanent solutions to the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3, Luke 15:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Father's Day Message About Asher

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 18, 2020

A Father's Day message about Asher's contributions to his family legacy. Known as "Happy."

Happy Asher June 21, 2020 I don’t think we know too many people who are named HAPPY. Did you ever see the movie Happy Gilmore? It’s a pretty funny and silly movie! Did you know that the most famous person named Happy is a marvel character. If you’re a marvel fan, you know who I’m talking ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 46:17, Deuteronomy 33:24-25, Luke 2:36-38, 1 Chronicles 7:40

Denomination: Baptist

Apostles In The Church

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Oct 24, 2019

Does it ever feel like the church is timid, afraid to take on new challenges? When we have those feelings, it may be because we are missing an important ministry of the church: the ministry of apostle.

Does it ever feel like the church never changes, or at least that if it does change, then the wheels of change turn very, very slowly? Does it ever feel like the church is timid, afraid to take on new challenges? Does it ever feel like the church is so busy just holding its own, surviving, that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7, Ephesians 4:11-16