Sermons on Topical Preaching:

The Positive Side Of The Ten Commandments: The Second Commandment

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2002

The hidden motive back of each commandment is worship. Since everything a Christian does should praise God, all of the Ten Commandments revolve around worshipping God.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. People are worshippers. What is suggested in the Commandments? “If you will indeed obey My voice and keep My commandments . . . then you shall be a kingdom of priests and a holy nation” (Ex. 19:5). 2. Worship reflects God. How should people worship? “God is spirit, and they ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To The Gifts Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 17, 2002

There is much discussion today regarding the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Some believe the gifts are for today, while others believe they passed away with the apostles. Who is right? What does the Bible say about this issue?

By: Donna J. Kazenske There is much discussion today regarding the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Some believe the gifts are for today, while others believe they passed away with the apostles. Who is right? What does the Bible say about this issue? The word of God should always have the final say if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-12, 1 Corinthians 13:1

Denomination: *other

Mixed Messages

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

If our actions do not support our words then it would be better if we remain silent, for what we do does speak so loud that the world cannot hear what we say.

MIXED MESSAGES "Hypocrites! Well did Isaiah prophesy about you, saying: ’These people draw near to Me with their mouth, and honor Me with their lips, but their heart is far from Me, and in vain they worship Me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men." Matthew 15:7-9 We often hear the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

No Graven Images

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 27, 2003

A sermon on the second of the Ten Commandments, No Idols or no graven images

No Graven Images Exodus 20:4-6 Evening Service for 1/26/03 Introduction: If you were to draw a picture of God, what would you draw? Would this display everything about God? What would be missing from your picture? What would you think if I took that same picture and bowed down and worshipped ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Some Things Hard To Be Understood

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Feb 13, 2003

Have you ever wondered why some can seemingly sin and get away with it? What about terrorist who kill themself and others, why does God allow this? Many times we do not understand why God allows such, but we must trust Him for He is faithful to reveal th

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Today’s Sermon Title Some Things Hard To Be Understood By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. Prayer: Heavenly father, Please speak to us today through this message. We need Thee Lord. As best as I know how, I yield myself to You. Use these lips to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Conquer Complaining

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Nov 26, 2004

An outline on how to conquer complaining

How to Conquer Complaining By Pastor Fernando Cabrera Philippians 2:14-16 „X Story of the man who wanted to become a monk „X Could only say two words per year „X First year ¡V ¡§Nasty food¡¨ „X Second year ¡V ¡§Bad bed¡¨ „X Third year ¡V ¡§I quit¡¨ „X The master monk said, ¡§I am not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Using Your Spiritual Gifts In The Marketplace Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 30, 2004

We sould not stop being Spiritual people when we leave the church building

Singing the Songs of The Lord In a Strange Land October 24, 2004 Daniel 2 Using Your Spiritual Gifts In the Marketplace In the sphere of life that you spend most of your life and energy (work, family, school, sport…) have you ever come up against something that was impossible to solve? Read ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: *other

We Are Different Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 12, 2004

Our spiritual gifts are given to be used.

WE ARE DIFFERENT I Corinthians 12:7-11 S: Spiritual Gifts C: Our possession of spiritual gifts Th: Live the Difference Pr: WE HAVE BEEN GIVEN GIFTS TO BE USED. ?: How? How are the gifts given? KW: Ways TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 12:7-11 four ways the gifts are given. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Words Of Life Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 15, 2004

#8 in Proverbs & Parables series Proverbs 16:20-24 The words we speak are a life and death issue. DRAMA: A GOOD WORD incorporated into sermon

Words of Life Proverbs 16 SCRIPTURE READING: Proverbs 16:20-24 INTRODUCTION: According to some statistics I read, the average person spends one-fifth of his or her life talking. In fact, if all of our words were put into print, the result would be this: The words from a single day would fill a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:20-24, Proverbs 16:18-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Excellent! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Oct 3, 2004

Live the excellent way!

EXCELLENT! I Corinthians 13:1-7 S: Spiritual gifts and love C: Love is the priority Th: Live the Difference Pr: LIVE THE EXCELLENT WAY. ?: What? What is it? KW: Contrast TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 13:1-7 the contrast between love and spiritual gifts that help us to live the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

"The Silence Of God"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Dec 13, 2003

Have you or are you struggling with a season of the silence of God? Why does God allow it?

"THE SILENCE OF GOD" Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com PSALM 13:1-6 ETS: The Psalmist longed for God’s presence. ESS: There are times when God hides his face. Sunday, July 28, 2002 All nine miners trapped underground in a Pennsylvania coal mine for three days were brought safely to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Being Others Centered

Contributed by Erik Germesin on Oct 26, 2004

The Holy Spirit has been given to us to help up serve others.

“Being Others-Centered” Acts 1:8 “But when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, you will receive power and will tell people about me everywhere – in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." The Holy Spirit was not given to us to help us enjoy life more or to have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Shaped" For Service

Contributed by Dan Cale on Oct 19, 2004

This is the sixth in a series of studies on Ephesians and deals with the equippment God has given us to to "live a life worthy of our calling."

Taking SHAPE Ephesians 4:7-16 We are continuing in our series of teachings on Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. Remember that the essence of this letter is instruction for this fledgling Christian movement on how to be the Church. Two weeks ago we talked about walking in a manner worthy of your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: *other

Do You Read Me? ... Over Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 10, 2003

Communication is not a luxury--it is a necessity, especially in today’s family. James 1:19 outlines three simple ways to improve your family’s communication lines.

Do You Read Me? … Over James 1:19 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION This is the second message in the series entitled, “Family: An Endangered Species?” Last week I shared six common characteristics strong families share. One of them was the ability to communicate well as a family. Whether you are a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19

Denomination: Baptist

Taming The Tongue Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 16, 2003

our words have the same power -- they can bring joy or cause despair. Proverbs 18:21 puts it this way: “The tongue has the power of life and death...”

Taming the Tongue Several years ago, Beth and I went to someone’s house for a party. After we were done eating, a group of adults starting playing volleyball while the kids had a scavenger hunt. After their hunt, the kids divided into 3 different groups. Each group picked up a bed sheet and ...read more

Scripture: James 3:3-12

Denomination: Baptist