Sermons on Tool:

The Cleansing Of Confession

Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 1, 2005

A look at the spiritual discipline of confession.

THE CLEANSING OF CONFESSION I John 1:5-10 Today we are continuing our series that you see on the front of your worship folder: A Dedication to Daily Discipline. Looking at spiritual disciplines that we want to begin incorporating into our lives on a daily basis. We have looked at prayer, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

When There's Opposition, Overcome It Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 11, 2014

Whenever we attempt to live for God and accomplish God's purposes, we should expect opposition from God's enemies. In this lesson, we see how Nehemiah and God's people were able to overcome the opposition they faced.

Introduction: A. I like the story told of a hunter who one day raised his rifle and took careful aim at a large bear. 1. When he was about to pull the trigger, the bear spoke in a soft soothing voice, “Isn’t it better to talk than to shoot? What do you want? Let's negotiate the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Back To School For Saul Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 2, 2004

After his conversion, Saul was sent by God to 3 schools in order to become the Apostle Paul: ARABIA--SOLITUDE, DAMASCUS--SUFFERING, JERUSALEM--SEASONING. Powerpoint at website.

Back to School Acts 9:21-30 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BackToSchoolForSaul.html ILL.- Teacher to student, “What are you – animal, vegetable or mineral?” The boy replied, “Vegetable. I’M A HUMAN BEAN.” ILL.- It was the little girl’s first day at school and the teacher was making out her ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Working Out

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Sep 19, 2003

Sermon on growth

WORKING OUT PHILIPPIANS 2:12-13 02/23/95 A couple of years ago my family and I had the opportunity to go to Washington to visit my sister and her husband, and to take in the sights. Some the things that everyone who goes to Washington D.C. are the monuments to the presidents. There is the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Bible Church

Back To School Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 22, 2007

’Tis the season, and we can see 3 schools God took Saul thru before he graduated as ’Paul.’ The schools of Solitude, Suffering, & Seasoning. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation w/ graphics and animations.

Back to School Acts 9:21-30 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BackToSchoolForSaul.html ILL.- Teacher to student, “What are you – animal, vegetable or mineral?” The boy replied, “Vegetable. I’M A HUMAN BEAN.” ILL.- It was the little girl’s first day at school and the teacher was making out her ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:21-30

Denomination: Baptist

Stopping To Refuel Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 28, 2008

One thing we know is that when we are running on empty, physically, emotionally and spiritually, all of us need to refuel. That’s the actual prayer the apostle Paul shares in our Scripture today, “That you would be filled with the fullness of life and the

Stopping to Refuel When You’re Running on Empty I Kings 19:1-12 and Ephesians 3:14-21 (NLT) Video- “Re-Fuel” order from Sermonspice.com One thing we know is that when we are running on empty, physically, emotionally and spiritually, all of us need to refuel. That’s the actual prayer the apostle ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

God’s Approved Worker Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 6, 2011

The approved worker for the Lord is busy doing God’s business. What business? 1- God’s worker reminds people of scriptural truth 2- God’s worker correctly handles God’s Word 3- God’s worker avoids anything ungodly

INTRO.- Did you ever know a “yes man” or “a teacher’s pet”? These such people have been called by other names, which are not so flattering or nice. What’s the idea? The idea is someone who is always trying to please certain people (the teacher, the boss, etc.) in order to get on their good side. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dull Disciples

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Jun 11, 2001

Disciples aren’t born they’re made.

“Dull Disciples” Matthew 16:21-28 Intro: It’s summer time, and for many that means it’s family vacation time. Have you ever had a bad experience on a vacation? If you’ve been on many vacations then you know what I’m talking about. Things don’t always go as planned, people and weather doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You Fast Do Not Advertise

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Mar 17, 2019

Generally speaking, Fasting is about going without food in order to spend time in prayer with God and meditate on God’s Word – this is noble but difficult.

When you Fast – Do not Advertise Introduction: Generally speaking, Fasting is about going without food in order to spend time in prayer with God and meditate on God’s Word – this is noble but difficult. (But Fasting is not hunger strike). In the passage that was read to us… we find that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1, Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Methodist

What Is In Your Hands? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon encourages us to recognize and utilize our God-given resources and talents for the advancement of God's kingdom and His glory. Key

Good morning, beloved. As we gather here today, let us not forget that we are more than just individuals. We are a family, united in faith, love, and a common purpose. We are a community, a body, each with our own unique roles, but all working together for the glory of our Lord. Just as the body ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:3, Judges 3:31, 1 Samuel 17:49, Judges 15:15

Topics: God's Use Of People

Lead Us, Father, For Your Glory PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

This sermon explores the depth of our relationship with God, emphasizing the need to seek protection from temptation and prevail over evil through knowing God intimately.

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. It's a joyous day, a day filled with the promise of God's grace and love. As we gather together in this sacred space, we are reminded that we are a community united by faith, bound together by the love of our Lord. And it's within this context of love and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Topics: Lord's Prayer, Last Part

Encouragements To Go Forward

Contributed by Michael Belcher on Jan 16, 2002

While much surrounds us that is discouraging, our great God is busy encouraging his people in the work of the Lord.

Introductory: The devil, according to legend, once advertised his tools for sale at public auction. When the prospective buyers assembled, there was one oddly shaped tool, which was labeled “Not for sale.” Asked to explain why this was, the devil answered, “I can spare my other tools, but I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17, Acts 18:1

Denomination: Baptist

Evolution

Contributed by Ronald Fair on Jun 1, 2002

Study of theory of evolution.

Evolution (1) Other Evidences of Change Anatomy refers to the structure of living things and to the branch of biology that studies this structure. From the forelimbs of vertebrate animals Weinberg draws resemblances from bone structures, comparison of brains and eyes, hearts and ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

God's Swat Team

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Jun 10, 2004

Get out your spiritual fly swatter! Did you know that you are on God’s team to "swat out the enemy"? Yes - ZAP the enemy in your life! This message, you will learn how to walk in your authority and remind the enemy of his place - under your feet!

Flies! Who would have them? Horrible, horrible creatures. In the fourth plague flies were not only found in the Egyptian’s soup, but everywhere. On their person, in their homes even underneath their feet. The Hebrew phrase translated “swarm of flies” literally rendered is “a mixture of noisome ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:20-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reorganize

Contributed by Juan Lane on Aug 22, 2005

Some of us think we need more or less but we simply need to reorganize what we already have.

Reorganize Sermon Scripture: Judges 7:2-7 (KJV) Judges 7:2 And the LORD said unto Gideon, The people that are with thee are too many for me to give the Midianites into their hands, lest Israel vaunt themselves against me, saying, Mine own hand hath saved me. 3 Now therefore go to, proclaim in ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:2-7

Denomination: Pentecostal