Sermons on Themes:

Hoping For Godly Sorrow

Contributed by Jay Patton on May 16, 2002

This sermon is about the need for genuine repentence in the heart of every Christian.

INTRODUCTION: Condit/Clinton sex scandal READ/PRAY Scripture Introduction (Ante-theme): Paul’s sorrowful letter. 2nd of at least 4 letters. Send Titus as a follow up. Proposition: Because Godly sorrow leads to repentance our counseling must cause Godly sorrow. I. Counseling that causes Godly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Nothing But The Truth

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 22, 2002

We desperately need balanced ministries in our churches today. This sermon is an attempt to focus on how to get a balanced ministry.

NOTE: This sermon was taken from Warren Wiersbie’s "Be Series." I got this message from my late father’s library, and did not know his source until today --- 5-21-09. NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH 2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5 INTRO: Paul had a balanced ministry. In these letters, he moves from ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Turn Back!

Contributed by Mark Haines on Feb 24, 2001

A deductive exposition presenting the reasons for developing a lifestyle of repentance.

Topic: Christian Living Theme: Repentant Christian Living Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to develop a lifestyle of repentance. Response: Individuals will commit themselves to a life on constantly turning to God. Pattern: A deductive exposition ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-35

Denomination: Wesleyan

Basic Aeronautics And The Blessings Of Christian Unity

Contributed by Joseph Ng on Nov 26, 2000

A study of pitch, roll, and yaw in the New Testament church.

0003 BASIC AERONAUTICS AND THE BLESSINGS OF CHRISTIAN UNITY Colossians, 1 Corinthians, & Galatians Theme: Inattention to the different forces acting upon Christianity puts to risk the unity of the saints. (MIRRORED AT http://meltingpot.fortunecity.com/alexandra/849/0003.htm ) Opening: It was ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-18, 1 Corinthians 1:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Man Named John

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 6, 2001

A combination inductive and deductive message challenging people to determine what God wants their lives to mean.

Topic: Christian Living Theme: Living with Purpose/Mission/Meaning Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to determine what God wants their lives to mean. Response: Individuals will ponder the meaning of their lives, asking, “What is God’s mission for my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-80, Luke 3:1-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Matter Of Life Or Death

Contributed by George Holt on Oct 18, 2000

INTRODUCTION Matters of "life or death" are faced often enough, emergency response teams train and practice to respond to situations in order to save lives.

INTRODUCTION Matters of "life or death" are faced often enough, emergency response teams train and practice to respond to situations in order to save lives. What we need is a training for allowing death to replace life. The story of death for life begins way back in the book of Genesis. I. Story ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-2

How Jesus Avoided Emotional Burnout

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Lord transferred all of his emotional pain to the care of His Father. Ask the Lord to take away whatever burden you are facing allowing Him to do whatever He wants with your life - stop resisting His will!

1. Jesus struggled with feelings of emotional discouragement like everyone, but He prayed, "Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done." (Luke 22:42) The Lord transferred all of his emotional pain to the care of His Father. Application: Ask the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What To Do When You Are Placed In A Position Of Contention 

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Occasionally we all find ourselves in a position where we face a prickly difference of opinions with our peers. When Peter returned from visiting the house of the Gentile Cornelius, his Jewish friends cried out in anger, "You went to the uncircumcised men

Illustration:No great advance has been made in science, politics or religion without controversy. Lyman Beecher 1. Occasionally we all find ourselves in a position where we face a prickly difference of opinions with our peers. When Peter returned from visiting the house of the Gentile ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Character Of Joshua Series

Contributed by Greg Stine on Jul 16, 2001

CHaracteristics demonstrated by Joshua that allowed God to use him so mightily

Joshua 1:1-9 Intro: O.T. often not understood because of structure, etc. Primary theme of the O.T. - scarlet thread of redemption woven throughout the fabric of the whole, in the person of the promised Messiah. Gen. 3:15 - 1st promise of Messiah, called the protoevangelum. Sets stage for conflict ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Before You're Promoted, You Have To Pass The Test

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: This is a pivotal day in the history of Central Assembly of God.

Intro: This is a pivotal day in the history of Central Assembly of God. We may never pass this way again. There are some important lessons today God wants us to understand before we leave here. These lessons come from the story of Abraham offering his son Isaac on Mt. Moriah. I. GOD WILL TEST HIS ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Fear The Lord And Be Delivered From All Your Fears Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THOSE WHO FEAR THE LORD PRAISE HIM CONTINUALLY FOR HIS DELIVERANCE FROM DESPERATE SITUATIONS

BIG IDEA: THOSE WHO FEAR THE LORD PRAISE HIM CONTINUALLY FOR HIS DELIVERANCE FROM DESPERATE SITUATIONS I. (:1-3) PRAISE = OUR PRIMARY MISSION Do you ever wonder what God’s will is for your life? To Praise Him all the time! A. (:1) Bless the Lord for Rescuing You / Don’t Blame the Lord for your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Some Things Never Change Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

6 CONSTANTS IN THE EQUATION FOR DIVINE DELIVERANCE

BIG IDEA: 6 CONSTANTS IN THE EQUATION FOR DIVINE DELIVERANCE INTRODUCTION: Clearly a Messianic Psalm I. (:1-3) PATIENCE IS STILL A VIRTUE ANSWERING THE COMPLAINT OF THE IMPATIENT DESPERADO Key = we need to "Wait patiently for the Lord" A. (:1) The Lord has Forgotten Me = I am all Alone "He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Comforter Has Come

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jun 2, 2001

A deductive exposition of Acts 2 focusing on the changes produced in our lives by the Holy Spirit’s presence.

Text: Acts 2 Title: The Comforter Has Come Topic: Holy Spirit / Christian Living Theme: Presence of Holy Spirit / Changed Lives Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to seek the Holy Spirit’s presence in their lives in order to be changed. Response: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Wesleyan

What If Jesus Had Not Risen From The ?

Contributed by Arthur Good on Nov 25, 2002

What if there had been no resurrection? How miserable would our lives be? Thoughts to ponder on Resurrection Sunday.

WHAT IF JESUS HAD NOT RISEN FROM THE ? 1 Corinthians 15:12:22 (NLT), Matthew 28:1-8, Mark 16:1-7, Luke 24:1-7, 20:1-10, Acts 2:22-36 Introduction: One of the most vital points of our Christian faith is that of Jesus’ bodily resurrection from the . If the sacrifice of Christ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Praying The Proverbs: Lesson 1: The Fool

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2006

Do everything possible to get a fool out of your life. “Cast out the fool and contention will leave” (22:10). Paul says, “What part has a believer with an unbeliever? What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For you are the temple of the living Go

A. ABOUT PROVERBS 1. A proverb is a brief pithy saying or popular saying that encapsulates a practical truth in one or two lines. Notice “verb” is part of the word Proverbs suggesting action. 2. Purpose: “Apply your heart to knowledge so you will gain wisdom.” a. Knowledge: learning a lot of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:15-16

Denomination: Baptist