Sermons on The Types Of Church:

Fear And Integrity

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 25, 2010

Done as three monologues: fear compromises integrity, and a compromised integrity breeds more fear.

Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC July 13, 1986 Human beings are creatures plagued with fears and insecurities. That we have clearly established, that we talked about in certain ways last week. Of course we are a great deal more than that too. We are vastly more than a bundle of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Rev. # 74~20:11-15=21:1- The White Throne-New Heaven And Earth Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Oct 29, 2010

There will be at least 3 books at this Judgment.the Bible will probably be the 1st book to be opened. It tells us of God’s Holiness, it also reveals the moral law, it tells mankind that he is a sinner and without hope unless man receives Gods righteousnes

Rev. # 74~20:11-15=21:1- THE WHITE THRONE-NEW HEAVEN AND EARTH 10-9-10 Today we’ll continue with our thoughts to do with the White Throne Judgment of the lost, and then go into Chapter 21: Lord willing. Ø Listen as I read our text. 11And I saw a great white throne, and him that sat on ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Restoring Grace Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 3, 2010

God restores me because: 1. God’s love is UNCONDITIONAL 2. Salvation isn’t based on my PERFORMANCE 3. Jesus has already taken my PUNISHMENT 4. Jesus understands my human WEAKNESS 5. God doesn’t hold on to GRUDGES

God’s Restoring Grace Folks, here is a fact that I have learned in life – relationships change. It does not matter whether it is the relationship with your spouse – your children or your friends. Relationships change. This is also true of your relationship to God. Your relationship to Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Practicing Prayer

Contributed by David Scudder on Nov 7, 2010

We are too content to live in the realm of the natural instead of the supernatural. My message today is only for those who long to see God do greater things.

Purpose: To explain the right reasons to pray. Aim: I want the listener to pursue a deeper prayer life. INTRODUCTION: My message today is only for those who long to see God do greater things. My message today is only for those who are tired of the lukewarmness that we so often feel in our own ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When It's Time To Get In The Game!

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Nov 10, 2010

We Christians spend a lot of time learning how to witness. But, there comes a time when it's time to get off the bench, get in the game and use what we have learned to witness to those who are lost.

Some years ago, I took a group to Glorieta, NM to attend a Sunday School training week. I became aware that a man by the name of Paul McClung was supposed to teach a specific witnessing strategy. Because of family connections to the McClung’s I decided I would participate in this particular ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Ten Minas

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010

Interpretation & application of the parable. (PowerPoint slides are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info

Rewarding the Faithful Reading: Luke chapter 19 verses 11-27. Quote: Hebrews chapter 11 verse 6: “Without faith it is impossible to please God.’” Quote: “The word ‘Faith’ in the Bible is spelt ‘R.I.S.K.’” In the parable before us: • Nine servants were willing to ‘R.I.S.K.’ that is to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Brethren

The Paralysis Of Fear

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 16, 2011

Many Christians are harangued by Satan’s exaggerated lies and it produces fear and worry whereas trusting in the victorious God gives courage to act.

The Paralysis of Fear* Psalm 91 and Rev. 12:7-12 (Responsive reading From Psalm 91 provided at the end of the sermon) Sermon Objective: Many Christians are harangued by Satan’s exaggerated lies and it produces fear and worry whereas trusting in the victorious God gives courage to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Moving On From Milk To Meat In The Word Of God

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 26, 2011

This stand alone lesson was used in a combined Sunday School class for 5 combined classes, and was intended for instruction of new Christians as well as growing Christians. Based on Heb. 5:11-6:12, I Cor. 3:1-4, and 1 Pet. 2:1-3 all of which talk about "s

Moving On: From Milk to Meat in the Word of God Texts: Hebrews 5:11-6:12, 1 Cor. 3:1-4, 10-15, Eph 4:11-16, 1 Pet. 2:1-3, 2 Pet.1:3-10 Intro: Almost everybody loves babies! I often hear people say, “Oh, they just grow up too fast!” Part of what makes them so appealing is that they ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 19: Follow The Lord! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 29, 2011

Follow the Lord, because He: 1. has a mission for you (vs. 1-4). 2. is the Master for all time (vs. 5). 3. is full of gracious mercy (vs. 6-7). 4. has the infinite power of miracles (vs. 8-10). 5. wants to manifest His glory through you (vs. 28-33).

Moses on the Mountain with the Lord Part 19: Follow the Lord! Exodus 34:1-33 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Nov. 3, 2010 *Moses is certainly one of the greatest heroes of our faith, one of the greatest men of all time and one of the greatest leaders of all time. *But why was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Why Me Lord? Why Not "You"?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 14, 2011

You can’t earn it on your own, *your not worthy of it on your own, *you don’t deserve it on your own, but yet, it can be yours if you want it. All through a personal relationship with God’s Son, Jesus

Why Me Lord?, “Why Not You? There have been many people at one time or another, who has pondered those three words, Why me Lord?, why did you let this happen?, why did you let that happen?, Playing the blame game with God, is always going to be a losing proposition. Some blame God for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Traditions Series

Contributed by Tim White on Dec 5, 2011

Jesus reveals the danger associated with traditions when they vie for a place among the sacred. In revealing the hypocrisy of the Pharisees, He clarified the lifestyle of dependence expected of His disciples.

Our Traditions Mark 7:1-23 (17-23) Why would some people buy a cat and tie it to the bedpost to show their reverence to God? Many years ago, a very poor holy man lived in a remote part of China. Every day before his time of meditation, in order to show his devotion, he put a dish of butter up on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Way To The Father's House Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 24, 2009

This chapter is filled with promises addressed directly to the community of faith. If we take hold of these promises our anxious perspective will be changed & our faith will be increased.

JOHN 14: 1 – 6 THE WAY TO THE FATHER’S HOUSE The disciples were completely bewildered and discouraged. Jesus had said He was going away (7:34; 8:21; 12:8, 35; 13:33), that He would die (12:32-33), that one of the Twelve was a traitor (13:21), that Peter would disown Him three times (13:38), ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Holiness For The Child Of God

Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 25, 2009

Understanding the need for Holiness is often difficult for ministers to get across to their flocks; this sermon teaches the need to seperate ourselves from the world, and worldliness.

1 Peter 1:16 Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy. Some will argue that Holiness is not important, but I submit that if it is in the Bible it is important. Holiness in the life of a child of God is not optional but is a command; we can see that from our scripture reading. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus: The Ultimate Example Of Humility Series

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Aug 25, 2009

Philippians 2:5-11 has been called the greatest text on Christ ever written. Most preachers preach this text doctrinally. But Paul meant us to understand in terms of our personal relationships. See how Jesus’ example helps us get along with others.

HOW DID JESUS CHRIST EXHIBIT HUMILITY? 1. Jesus Christ exhibited humility in His thinking. "Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God..." - Philippians 2:5-6 (NKJV) Paul says, "let this mind be in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, John 13:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

Satan Can't Handle The Truth Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 7, 2009

Why is Satan a liar? Why can’t he seem to handle the truth? And what does that tell us about the truth that’s in Christ?

(Enter wearing a military style outfit and address the audience as a drill sergeant might raw recruits. I even looked at one of our men and told him to “suck that stomach in soldier”) OPEN: You are gathered in this assembly hall this morning to begin your basic training as a soldier of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 8:42-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ