Sermons on The Words Of Our Testimony:

Change Is Not A Four Letter Word

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 16, 2005

Unless we are willing to be transformed into that which is good and acceptable and perfect to God our worship is in vain.

Romans 12: 1 – 8 Change Is Not A “Four” Letter Word Intro: You may be intrigued by the fact that you were given a teabag as you entered worship today. --- Remember the last time you were given something in worship by me? I asked you to take a silver dollar and turn it in $100,000. And now I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Some Parting Words Of Advice Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Nov 27, 2005

Peter exhorts the church here in four areas: leadership, humility, anxiety and our adversary the devil.

SBC Philippi 11/27/05 pm Rev. Jeff Simms Some Parting Words of Advice 1 Peter 5:1-10 Primary Purpose: We will look at some parting words of advice that Peter had for the church in 4 major areas. Peter begins this section by saying that he wants to exhort the elders of the church as a fellow ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Last Words (Genesis 50)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 2, 2024

Will our last words be ones of reconciliation and forgiveness? Let's look at Genesis 50.

Was Joseph forgiving and gracious towards his brothers’ past crimes? Did he see that God’s plan was greater than their sins? Do we also see God working things out even during great personal suffering? Let’s look at Genesis 50. Did Joseph mourn his father? Did the Egyptians also mourn Israel? And ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Foundation For Fellowship: Jesus, The Word Of Life Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Apr 27, 2010

1 John 1:1-4. Jesus Christ is the foundation for our relationship with God and our relationships with other people.

1 JOHN | FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD AND MEN THE FOUNDATION FOR FELLOWSHIP: JESUS, THE WORD OF LIFE 1 JOHN 1:1-4 [INTRODUCTION] - Relationships are delicate, yet sometimes humorous and laughable things. According to an old forest folktale, two porcupines in Northern Canada huddled together to try to get ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Our Excellent God Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Oct 3, 2022

One of the purposes of the Bible in general & the Psalms in particular is to teach us the character & nature of God so that we will be led to praise Him. David here used the word excellent to describe God. Our Excellent God.

Psalms 8 & 9 are psalms of praise. I’m convinced that we do not praise God enough. The reason we do not praise Him is that we do not think much about Him & the reasons why He deserves our praise. One of the purposes of the Bible in general & the Psalms, in particular, is to teach us ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Our Rescuer Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 22, 2021

As long as we live on this earth we will be confronted with various perils and dangers, which often fill our hearts with apprehension about the future. God’s word of assurance is that He will Himself be with us in the midst of all our troubles.

God Our Rescuer We read in Psalm 91:15, “When they call to me, I will answer them; when they are in trouble, I will be with them. I will rescue them and honor them.” (GNB) As we continue our study on Psalm 91, we will meditate in depth on verse 15. While verses 1 to 13 are a dialogue between two ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:15

Denomination: Other

Let The Day Star Arise In Our Hearts

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that we need to pay close attention to GOD's WORDS - the LORD JESUS and His WORDS so that the Day Star or Morning Star will rise up within our hearts.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you an overcomer? Yes, because the Day Star lives within me. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to pay close attention to GOD's WORDS - the LORD JESUS and His WORDS so that the Day Star or Morning Star will rise up within our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Do You Say I Am

Contributed by Jack Warford on Jan 14, 2002

Jesus was beginning to build His Church, but before He could start He had to make sure that His disciples knew exactly who He was. As His disciples today we must know exactly who He is also. Our answer will determine where we will spend eternity.

Jesus was beginning to build His Church, but before He could start He had to make sure that His disciples knew exactly who He was. As His disciples today we must know exactly who He is also. Our answer will determine where we will spend eternity. How we answer this question will either qualify us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obeying Our General Orders

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 21, 2023

We must solemnly swear that we will support and defend the Faith against all enemies, outside the church and in the church; that we will bear true faith and allegiance to the Word of God; obey the orders of the Son of God Jesus Christ, according to unadulterated Word of God. So, help me God

Obeying Our General Orders By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - When I enlisted in the Army and before I went off to Basic Training I like every person that enlist in the (military) U.S. Army had to recite the Oath of Enlistment which went “I, _____, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3, Jude 1:1-25

Denomination: Apostolic

A Word On The Word: Offensive Or Offensive Part I

Contributed by Joe Harding on Sep 1, 2004

THE WORD OF GOD SHOULD NEVER BE OFFENSIVE TO US!

A WORD ON THE WORD: OFFENSIVE OR OFFENSIVE PART I LUKE 9: 18-27 AUGUST 29, 2004 INTRODUCTION: OFFENSIVE: 1. offending. 2. attacking. A famous Methodist evangelist named Peter Cartwright was known for his uncompromising preaching. However, one day when the President of the United States, Andrew ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Listening #6 Series

Contributed by David Swanger on Jan 9, 2024

Like a parent who has an important message, does our Father ever wonder if we are listening?

Great Lessons from the Life of Christ #6 ARE YOU LISTENING (Mark 4:1-20) How many parents have taken their child’s face in their hands and asked “Are you listening to me? Do you hear what I am saying?” And how many children have completely closed out what their parents were saying, but for safety ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Our Commitment And Our Constraint

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 16, 2021

In Romans 13:1-7, Paul discussed how we as Christians are to SUBMIT to the "higher powers" that are placed over us.

In America, that means that we are to obey the laws of the land no matter if the Republican party or the Democratic party is in power, as long as those laws are not contrary to the Word of God. Illus: One case in point is the legalization of abortion. According to the laws in most of our states, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Receiving The Word (Christians Hearing The Word Of God) Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 19, 2010

Message about Christians listening to the Word of God and how to respond.

Title: Receiving the Word Thesis: Teach the people to take responsibility for receiving the Word of God. Text: Amos 8:11, Mark 4 Amo 8:11 Behold, the days come, saith the Lord GOD, that I will send a famine in the land, not a famine of bread (word of God), nor a thirst for water (spirit), but ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-19

Denomination: Church Of God

A Word On The Word: Offensive Or Offensive Part Ii

Contributed by Joe Harding on Sep 25, 2004

WE CANNOT BE OFFENSIVE UNTIL WE LEAVE THE HUDDLE

A WORD ON THE WORD: OFFENSIVE OR OFFENSIVE PART II LUKE 8: 4-15 SEPTEMBER 12, 2004 INTRODUCTION: TRANSITION THOUGHT: THESIS SENTENCE: I. OFFENSIVE IS GETTING OUT VV. 1-4 A. GETTING OUT IS TRAVELING B. GETTING OUT IS TOWN AND VILLAGE WORK C. GETTING OUT IS GOODNEWS D. GETTING OUT IS GROUP ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Baptist

Jars Of Clay

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 27, 2008

We are all to be useable vessels for the Lord to use.We must be an example, we are to stand firm in our faith, and be a positive testimony to others.

JARS OF CLAY 2 CORINTHIANS 4:1-18 THIS SERMON WAS MADE FROM SOURCES ON SERMON CENTRAL AND MY PRIVATE STUDY. INTRO READ 2 CORINTHIANS 4:1-18 HAVE YOU EVER TALKED TO SOMEONE ABOUT WHAT JESUS MEANS TO YOU? I HOPE ALL OF US CAN SAY YES TO THAT. HAVE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene