Sermons on Those That Are Nigh:

How Long, O Lord?

Contributed by Tim Shockley on Apr 16, 2001

A sermon to help those who feel abandoned by God.

Psalm 13 One of the loneliest times we can have comes when we face a time of need without having a loving friend to talk to about it. Everyone needs at least one trusted friend in whom to confide. Elisha A. Hoffman, author and composer of more than 2,000 gospel songs, was pastor of a church in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: *other

Deliverance From The Raging Fire

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Dec 11, 2002

God delivers those believers that stand tall in diversity.

I. Introduction A. A story in Daniel without Daniel? 1. This is very interesting 2. If this were a fictional book, like some scholars would say. Daniel would definitely be in the middle of this one. 3. MacLaren says, “Where was Daniel in this hour of danger? His absence is not accounted for, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Threats To Spiritual Vitality & Victory

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

Satan uses extreme measures for those closest to the Lord.

“THREATS TO SPIRITUAL VITALITY & VICTORY” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 18:10-27 The observable threats are extremely lethal because they are drawn from one who was extremely close to the Lord. Satan uses extreme measures for those closest to the Lord. The warning of ...read more

Scripture: John 18:10-27

Ezekiel's Call

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Sep 29, 2003

God equips and strengthens those He calls to service

Ezekiel’s Call Ezekiel 2:1-8 Primary Purpose: God equips those who He calls to service. Some miners and settler in British Columbia were stripping Fort Alcan of lumber, electrical appliances and plumbing when they made a amazing discovery. While dismantling the jail they found that the mighty ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Now Faith

Contributed by Eric Jackson, Sr. on Oct 17, 2003

Encourage those who may be experiencing troubled times.

Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Faith...the substance of things hoped for. Faith...the things that expect to receive from God. Faith...the essence of all outward manifestations of what has yet to be revealed. "Now faith"...the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, 2 Corinthians 5:7, 1 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marks Of Spirituality

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Those who live by the Spirit can be identified.

Thesis: Those who live by the Spirit can be identified. Introduction: 1. What does it look like to be a spiritual person? a. Seems like an odd question! 1) Perhaps you've always thought spirituality was invisible. 2) Spirituality IS seen--but man's idea & God's often differs. b. Man has always ...read more

Jude: The Miniseries - Part 2

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Those in the love of God are characterized by certain behaviors.

Thesis: Those in the love of God are characterized by certain behaviors. Intro.: 1. Last Sunday PM we began a short series of lessons on JUDE. a. A rearranged agenda (v. 3). b. Need to identify false teachers (no NT; itinerants). c. Characteristics: 1) Sexually immoral (5-7). 2) ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-25

To Be Meek Series

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 25, 2002

Not weak, not a doormat, but those who put others first.

To Be Meek! Matt 5:5 You ever met someone who is just that type of person who gets along with everyone. The type who you say, “if you can’t get along with him/her you can’t get along with anyone.” In my life I have met several like that matter of fact I married one. Another like that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Into Thin Air Series

Contributed by Randy Croft on Feb 28, 2002

Those who risk nothing, instead risk everything.

Into Thin Air Lessons from Mt. Everest May 10, 1996, a severe and sudden storm trapped several climbers high on Mt. Everest as they were descending from the summit. In what has become the deadliest single tragedy in the mountain’s climbing history, a total of eight people perished. A NYTimes ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral - Jars Of Clay

Contributed by Barry Hidey on Jan 12, 2001

There is a spiritual gift in the life of those who die in the Lord.

Jars of Clay Dying, Christ destroyed our death. Rising, Christ restored our life. Christ will come again in glory. Here and now, dear friends, we are God’s children. What we shall be has not been revealed, But we know when he appears we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is. Those who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Methodist

God Is Good

Contributed by Kent Hawkins on Jan 23, 2001

God works for good for those who love Him.

GOD IS GOOD We get excited about silly things. A group of multi-million dollar athletes, who don’t know us and could care less about our loyal adoration, win a game and we go crazy. Joe Schmoe invites us to a party where people stand around screaming because the music is ear-piercing and we’re ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Rock Bottom

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Jun 5, 2003

Discover the power and the potential in those "Rock Bottom" experiences

“Rock Bottom” Genesis 28:10-16 INTRO: 1. I like the way the KJV introduces us to this place… “certain place.” a. I want to take a little ecclesiastical license here and tell you that there’s no place in life that is as certain as that place where you hit ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Passion That Passes The Test Of Time

Contributed by Sheldon Friesen on Jun 8, 2002

God is looking for those who will stand the test of time.

Passion That Passes the Test of Time Just as our commitment to loving Christ is for a lifetime, so is our commitment to serving him. God is looking for those who will stand the test of time. [REV 13:10] … But do not be dismayed, for here is your opportunity for endurance and confidence. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:11-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lepers Can't Be Choosy

Contributed by Bobby Cagle on Dec 12, 2003

This message offers hope for those who are sick in body.

Title: Leper’s Can’t Be Choosy 2 Kings 5:1-14 Date: 10 Jun 01 Introduction: C. S. Johnson shares this family lesson: "My son, Michael, was four years old the night I found him sobbing uncontrollably in the hallway. Concerned, I knelt next to him and drew him close. " ’What’s the matter, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith & Giving Part 2 – How Can We Help? Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 7, 2004

One of the purposes of our giving is to help those in need.

Faith & Giving Part 2 – How Can We Help? 2 Corinthians 8:1-7 Vs. 7 - Since you excel in so many ways—you have so much faith, such gifted speakers, such knowledge, such enthusiasm, and such love for us—now I want you to excel also in this gracious ministry of giving.1 How to Excel in Giving 1. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational