Sermons on True Restoration:

From Follower To Disciple

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Aug 24, 2003

The disciples became followers of Jesus when John the Baptist pointed Him out, however they only became true disciples when they were willing to leave everything.

From a Follower to a Disciple In the early years of the first century the people of Israel were waiting for the Messiah to come. They were waiting for the person who the prophets had spoken of, to come and set the people free. A man then appeared in the wilderness. He started baptising people ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51, Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Local Church Is It Necessary In The Life Of The Christian”

Contributed by Jim Mazzulla on Apr 6, 2004

True we are called by Christ to the church worldwide (of which all of us are a part of), but we are also called by Christ to an individual local church TOO!

“The local church is it necessary in the life of the Christian” True we are called by Christ to the church worldwide (of which all of us are a part of), but we are also called by Christ to an individual local church TOO! What I mean by a local church (Gk. Ekklesia) is not a building, but a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25, 1 Corinthians 14:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pay The Price

Contributed by Richard Crow on Sep 13, 2002

Being a disciple of Christ is one of the most important aspects of a Christian. However, temptation is Satan’s way of keeping us from being a "true" disciple of Christ.

Pay the Price James 1:12 Sept 8, 2002 James 1:12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. What is temptation? Why are we tested? Can I avoid temptation and testing? Are these things ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

A Declaration Of Independence

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Dec 9, 2003

July 4th. When we celebrate our independence we should also look to the Bible and find our what true independece is all about

Romans 7:1-8:4 A Declaration of Independence Introduction A. This week we will be celebrating the Countries 227th birthday. B. One of my favorite holidays C. July 4 1776 we signed the declaration of Independence D. Basically this document said that we were no longer a part of any one E. WE were a ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Stupid Cupid And The Effect Of Love

Contributed by John Harvey on Feb 12, 2004

This message is how people look for love in places other than the place to find it. It is also how true love promotes faithfulness and forgivenss in our lives.

Stupid Cupid and the Effect of Love Intro: Society has a warped view of love and how it shows up in our lives. Often love is thought of as flowing from person to person. If you “Google” the word love, and you have to be very careful doing this, you will find all sorts of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:3-4, Ephesians 2:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Be Good For Something Get Wisdom!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 11, 2004

Many want to be good at something in their life but the greatest way to be good for something is to attain wisdom. Wisdom is defined by the Bible as that which is true and right combined with good judgment.

“Be Good for Something, Get Wisdom!” Thesis: Many want to be good at something in their life but the greatest way to be good for something is to attain wisdom. Wisdom is defined by the Bible as that which is true and right combined with good judgment. On the Lighter side: The Wisdom of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's Your Final Answer Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 26, 2001

Just like the people in Elijah’s time we have to make a choice in regards to our relationship with God. (Real People True Stories -part one)

"Elijah, What’s Your Final Answer" For the next couple of weeks we are going to be in a series called "Real People - True Stories..." (Now, I’ve always liked true stories - whenever I watch a movie and I know it’s true - I find it more interesting...) My goal during this mini-series is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rx For The Soul - The Cure For Loneliness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 16, 2003

The general belief is that if we can find that "special someone" we can cure our loneliness. Genesis 2 tells us why that isn’t true.

OPEN: Being as this is the Valentine Weekend I wanted to share a few quotes by children about love: - Glenn, age 7 - If falling love is anything like learning how to spell, I don’t want to do it. It takes too long. - Tom, age 5 - Once I’m in kindergarten, I’m going to find me a wife. - Kenny, age ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sings Of A Believer

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Aug 19, 2006

The world has a misconception about what a true believer really is. This message shows us that a beliver is more than someone who just goes to church.

THE SIGNS OF A BELIEVER MARK 16:16-18 Sign: a mark, indication, or characteristic Believer: one in agreement, persuaded, convinced, of confident in something or someone We have a misconception about believers - one who comes to church - one who can quote scripture - one who knows what to say/ ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Redemption's Result

Contributed by Geoff Bruschi on Oct 5, 2006

Every true born-again believer must naturally become more Christ-Like by following three steps found in I Peter 2:1-3.

"There is nothing new under the sun..." All of the ideas in this sermon are my own that have been arrived at from studying the text as well as consulting several commentaries and other resources including SermonCentral. PLEASE let me know if I owe you credit!!! “Redemption’s Result” – becoming ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship - Doing The Father's Will Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Mar 17, 2009

We focus too much on the love of Jesus for us at the expense of focussing on Jesus’ love for the Father. True disciples devote themselves to doing the will of the Father as Jesus did.

8.2.09 DISCIPLESHIP – DOING THE FATHER’S WILL - Luke 9 INTRO How many of you here are observing Lent in one way or another. Some people observe Lent merely out of ritual or as a tradition. I was astonished and somewhat bemused when Liz told me of someone she knows who is giving up swearing for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Baptist

You Can't Get Rid Of The Cross

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 20, 2008

A sermon on the Cross (Taken from Timothy Keller’s Book, "The Reason for God" Chapter 12 "The True Story of the Cross" Pages 186 to 200)

Sermon on the Cross HoHum: In the years of Communist domination of East Germany there was a symbol that brought hope and comfort to believers in Jesus. A huge TV tower had been erected to broadcast atheistic propaganda. Near the top of the building was a globe-shaped structure housing a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Will Go The Distance: Subtitle: The Rocks Are Crying Out

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Nov 3, 2008

Are you willing to go the distence in your walks.The Rocks are crying out that Gods Word is true. Jesus is coming really soon. Are you going the distence?

I Will Go The Distance Subtitle: The Rocks Are Crying out John 15:18-25 18 If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. 19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Here I Am To Worship

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 1, 2009

A message reminding the congregation of what the definition and purpose of true worship is; and what the benefits are to those who keep the many forms of worship in the center of their hearts and focus.

Today’s message title is, "Here I Am To Worship." I love that song! In these short lyrics, we find the true heart of worship. ‘Here I am to worship; Here I am to bow down; Here I am to say that You’re my God!’ The first thing I want you to do this morning is lift both your feet off the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-9

Denomination: *other

Reluctant Disciples

Contributed by Scott Epperson on May 26, 2008

To be a true disciple we must be willing to follow the lamb where ever he may go. The question you should ask is how far will you go?

#1) Count the Cost Rev 14:4 These are they which were not defiled with women; for they are virgins. These are they which follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth. These were redeemed from among men, being the first fruits unto God and to the Lamb. I think as Christians we would all like to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:4

Denomination: Pentecostal