Sermons on To Die Is Gain:

What Tree Are You Eating The Fruit Thereof

Contributed by Kenneth Jarman on Apr 16, 2005

Since the first deception in the garden of Eden the devil has been trying to intice us with the fruit of his lies. But we can resist when we make Jesus our Lord and Savour

WHAT TREE ARE YOU EATING THE FRUIT THEREOF? Gen, 2:9--- And out of the ground made the Lord God to grow every tree that is pleasant to the sight, and good for food; the tree of life also in the midst of the garden, and the tree of knowledge of good and evil. Let us pray; Father, we thank you for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Funeral

Contributed by Rick D Brackett on Oct 11, 2006

A funeral sermon for a middle-aged man but could be adapted for any age.

“FUNERAL SERVICE” (56 year old man) Opening Remarks On behalf of the family I would like to thank you for the kindness that you have shown during this very difficult time. Thank you for the flowers and food, for the cards and calls, and especially for your presence and prayers. It is in times ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Poignant Purpose For Passionate Prayer

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 23, 2011

This message urges a return to passionate, powerful, and personal prayer, due to the tremendous needs of our churches and our world.

Poignant Purpose for Passionate Prayer Text: Col. 4:2; James 5:16b Intro: In Paul’s letter to the Colossians, he urges them to “continue in prayer.” The word translated “continue” meant that the Colossians were “to give constant attention…unremitting ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2

Denomination: Baptist

Sin

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 14, 2006

This is a topical exploration of the affects of sin on a person.

Sin I. Effects of sin. A. Enslavement (Romans 6:17 & Romans 8:2). B. Flight from reality. 1. We are unwilling to face the consequences of our sins. a. this includes the reality of death to all (Hebrews 9:27). b. now we say that people “pass away” rather than die. 2. Romans ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

We Have Been Called

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on May 2, 2004

It is no over-statement to say that there are numerous and varied calls that come to Christians over the course of a lifetime. But there are four distinct calls that are common to all born-again believers.

WE HAVE BEEN CALLED “Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called.” Ephesians 4:1 (NASB) It is no over-statement to say that there are numerous and varied calls that come to Christians over the course of a lifetime. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

Take Up Your Cross And Follow Jesus

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 14, 2013

Self denial, self sacrifice, following wherever Jesus leads. The danger of ruining our eternal souls. Christ alone can save us.

TAKE UP YOUR CROSS AND FOLLOW JESUS. Luke 9:18-26. Peter was in no doubt that Jesus is the anointed one of God. What he did not understand was that his Master is not like any earthly Lord. He is not the type of King who was expected by the crowds. Jesus did not come into the world to deliver ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Financial Contentment Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

Being content with finances

Financial Contentment - 1 Timothy 6 - 11/23/08 Join me in turning to the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 6. Timothy is towards the end of the New Testament, in the second half of the Bible. We have been going through this book together. Today, we finish up with chapter 6. Remember we looked in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pathway To A Greater Anointing Of God’s Power Is Death To Self

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 29, 2020

The path to supernatural power goes through the Cross

Death is inevitable for all life on earth. The Bible speaks of death as both physical and spiritual. The first recorded physical death of a human was Abel, who was murdered by his brother Cain (Genesis 4:8). However, death itself, in both the physical and spiritual sense, is first mentioned ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9, Romans 8:28, Luke 22:42, Matthew 10:38, Matthew 16:24-26, Colossians 3:3-4, Galatians 2:20, Matthew 10:37-39, 1 John 2:15-17, James 4:4, Romans 6:4, James 4:6-10, Hebrews 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Conquering Inner Struggles! Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on May 21, 2001

Why do we do the things we do? What causes us to do things we really don’t want to do? Why do I struggle with not doing the things I really want to do? Conscience is our moral awareness that judges an action either right or wrong. It’s our inborn sense of right and wrong.

"Conquering Inner Struggles!" "More than a SURVIVOR" series part 4 of 4 Text: Romans 7:15-25 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - May 20, 2001 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! Why do we do the things we do? What causes us to do ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Bible Church

Total Victory In Christ

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Nov 13, 2001

Sermon expressing the thought that when Christ died on Calvary, he brought victory to Body, Soul, and Spirit, by obtaining victory in these areas Himself.

"Total Victory in Jesus" Text: Matt. 26:36-46 Matt. 27:26-34 Matt. 28:1-10 & Eph. 4:7-10 Leslie B. Flynn told a story that illustrates a great truth. An orphaned boy was living with his grandmother when their house caught fire. The grandmother, trying to get upstairs to rescue the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Psalm 90 Series

Contributed by David Fox on Nov 13, 2001

Preachng through the Psalms

Psalm 90 I. Introduction Before I read the passage let me remind you a little bit about Moses. Moses he had a unique perspective to offer on life when he wrote this psalm. -He was raised in the household of a king in Egypt. -He killed a man and had to run away to live ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Galatians 1:1-10 , What Is The Gospel? Series

Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 26, 2008

Galatians 1:1-10 , What is the gospel?

What is the gospel? Galatians 1:1-10 ? What must I do to be saved? - Is salvation a combination of my good works and Jesus? - Is salvation 90% of what God does and 10% what I do? - Do I need Jesus and to keep the 10 commandments? - Am I required to be baptized and join the church to be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Every Tongue Shall Confess

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 6, 2022

Our "confession" is an act of open commitment made to God in the presence of the world, by which we bind ourselves in loyalty to Jesus Christ. The New Testament teaches four important things to know about one's confession.

I have entitled our message this morning “Every Tongue Shall Confess,” and I will be discussing the subject of our “confession.” Our confession is a common theme found in the New Testament, and that’s because it is significant to our Christian walk. Our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ is called ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-11, Matthew 10:32-33, John 12:42-43, Romans 14:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Love's Limitations Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 17, 2021

All of life is a competitive battle between the love of the eternal and the love of the temporal. One or the other must win, for one excludes the other. You cannot have your cake and eat it too.

"Atlanta's Race" is the title of Sir E. J. Poynter's most successful paintings. The story behind the painting is from Ovid's Metamorphoses. Atlanta was the daughter of Schoenus of Boeotia, and she was famous for her matchless beauty. She was also so swift of foot that none ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Somethings Never Change

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jul 15, 2020

Never confuse the gospel with personal preferences, traditions and secondary issues

Today, we move to the book of Jude. So as you're pulling it up on your phone, tablet or paperback technology. Let me give you the context. The book is written by Jude, Jesus' half brother from a different father. He, like James, came to an understanding of Jesus as the Messiah after ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-15, 2 Timothy 3:16, Jude 1:22-23, Genesis 4:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational