Sermons on Ungodly Fear:

Our Part And God's Part In Seeing A Spiritual Harvest

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 21, 2008

Do our modern evangelistic techniques match up to God’s plan?

- I don’t recall ever hearing a sermon on this passage, which is ironic because when you dig into it, it’s a pretty important one. Harvest Job Assignments: Our job is to sow seeds and bring in the harvest; God’s job is the growth. - Mark 4:26-29. A. We sow seed. - Going back to the four soils ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Courage To Declare

Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 24, 2008

Let us stay engaged in the battle waging around us. Let us be filled with the courage to declare. Amen.

“The Courage to Declare,” I Thessalonians 2:1-8 Introduction A soldier in one of the regular batteries of the army of the Confederacy had displayed conspicuous bravery in a dozen engagements while serving with his gun as a cannoneer. At the battle of Chickamauga he was assigned the duty of a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church

The Compelling Gospel

Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 3, 2008

Sharing the gospel is a struggle for most christians. But why? This sermon will explain three of the most compelling reasons why we share our faith. These motivations will stir us on in our mission.

The Compelling Gospel 2 Corinthians 5:12-21 I recently heard a preacher say, “If the church building burned down tonight, then the church would wake up tomorrow.” That is a powerful statement. We respond well to a crisis. We become motivated and do amazing things. Why then do we not share the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Doing God's Will With No Regrets”

Contributed by John Harper on Nov 11, 2008

There is no fear when you do God’s will

I Peter 3:13-17 September 10, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper “Doing God’s Will With No Regrets” Introduction: I. NO FEAR (vs. 13-14) A. We should not fear when 1. We are eager to do good 2. We suffer for what is right B. When we suffer for what is right we 1. Are blessed 2. Need not fear what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus' Plan Of Evangelism

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Aug 18, 2008

Coleman brings Jesus’ early ministry to reality in his book. He explains, in 9 easy principles, “the master plan of evangelism,” Jesus’ way.

Jesus’ Plan of Evangelism: Matthew 4:19 “…Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.” – Matthew 4:19 Introduction: Many churches are considerably “dead” today. A large number of churches fail to teach the importance of evangelism. These churches are trying to attract members of other churches ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19, Mark 16:15

Denomination: Baptist

Pressure: I Eat It For Breakfast

Contributed by Roy Probus on Aug 22, 2008

How do you handle pressure and where does it come from? We look at the life of Daniel to see how he handled it.

Pressure, I Eat It For Breakfast I Timothy 6:11 plus verse from Daniel I. Crab vs Pipe - 6000 ft down, 3mm slit by the saw, 0psi in pipe & 2700psi outside - Crab pushed into the pipe by the pressure As we look around our world we see pressure all over. The air around us is always pressure ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11

Denomination: United Methodist

Hindrances To Experiencing The Awe Of God Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 28, 2008

What are the things that hinder us from experiencing the awe of God and how do we protect against them

Hindrances to Experiencing the Awe of God Luke 10:38-42 Mary listens while Martha is busy – Busyness John 11:28-45 Lazarus raised - Circumstance John 12:1-8 Anoints Jesus – Fear Slide Last week we began talking about how we lose the Awe of God and how we might again be able to recapture that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Evangelize And Enjoy Yourself John 2:1-11

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Sep 16, 2008

Sharing the Good News about Jesus could never be easier and more enjoyable for anyone. Why did no-one see this before. A sermon based on Rick Richardson’s ideas described in his book Reimagining Evangelism.

21.9.08 HOW TO EVANGELIZE AND ENJOY YOURSELF John 2:1-11 INTRO Girl down drain recued. Remarkable story: The father of a little girl sucked 150ft (46m) along an underground drain has told how she had stopped breathing when he pulled her from the River Wear. Leona Baxter, three, was playing in a ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Community Evangelism: Speactators Or Participants?

Contributed by Paul Dietz on Sep 28, 2008

A sermon prepared for our annual Community Outreach Emphasis Sunday

Community Evangelism: Spectators or Participants? Matthew 9: 35 – 10:20 We are now in the midst of one the hottest seasons of the year. No, I’m not talking about the weather and its accompanying temperatures. After all we have just finished having summer this past week and autumn is upon us. And ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 8, 2008

Fear not only makes us afraid to die, but to live too. Jesus helps us break through the fear to live the ultimate life.

WMD’s – A Spiritual War INTRO VIP Warfare – 1. the process of military struggle between two nations or groups of nations; war. 2. armed conflict between two massed enemies, armies, or the like. We are in a spiritual battle: John 10:10 (English Standard Version) 10The thief comes only to steal ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Promises In The Night

Contributed by Aaron Kilbourn on Jul 9, 2008

When life gets too hard, instead of turning away from God, we should be reaching out for God’s hand that is reaching out for you.

Psalm 138 reads, “I will praise You with my whole heart; Before the gods I will sing praises to You. I will worship toward Your holy temple, And praise Your name, For Your loving kindness and Your truth; For You have magnified Your word above all Your name. In the day when I cried out, You ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Gideon - Zero To Hero Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 14, 2008

Takes a look at how God wants to use ordinary people and do extraordinary things and encourages people to follow after God to be used in great ways

From Ordinary to Extraordinary Series Introduction Slide Do you ever think that God is unable to use you? Maybe you feel that you aren’t very gifted or talented. Maybe you feel just like an ordinary person. Or maybe you feel less than ordinary and you will never be able to be used in a ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Key To Peace Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 15, 2011

In the midst of all our worries and fears, how can we calm our troubled hearts?

“Setting Troubled Hearts at Rest: The Key to Peace” John 14:1 It’s time to take a little inventory. I’m going to ask you several questions. For each question answer, silently, whether your response is NEVER, SELDOM, FREQUENTLY, OR CONSISTENTLY. Here we go. First question: ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Can Overcome My Doubts Series

Contributed by Jerry Blaxton on Apr 14, 2010

First of a two-part series about doubts. While one may not doubt God, His Word, Jesus' death for sin, or the resurrection, one may doubt God's love or care when faced with life's troubles.

Sermon Notes Series: Doubts Sermon: Jesus Can Overcome My Doubts Scripture: Mark 16: 1-16 Everything that took place on resurrection morning shows that His followers just did not expect Jesus to be R____________ up from the dead. Scripture references showing their doubts and fears: Mark ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Peculiar Person

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 27, 2010

There was ano doubt that John the Baptist was a peculiar man in more ways than one. But those who follow is his proclamatorial footprints will be peculiar too.

Passage: Matthew 11:7-19 Intro: It’s easy to develop a low view of ourselves as we live in the world. 1. when the response of the world is to despise us, ridicule our faith, reject the One we love, not unusual for us to wonder if we are who we are portrayed to be. 2. but tucked here in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:7-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free