Sermons on Usefulness:

297 – Declaration Of Dependence Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Feb 14, 2005

July 4th Sermon on Prayer.

Illustrate Humor: PRAYER’S BEST POSITION Three ministers were talking about prayer in general and the appropriate and effective positions for prayer. As they were talking, a telephone repairman was working on the phone system in the background. One minister shared that he felt the key was in the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:2

Denomination: Baptist

Please. . . . Don't Destroy Your Life.

Contributed by A.c. Morgan on Apr 4, 2005

Encouragement in the value of your life.

One of the most precious things God gave mankind is life. If we would take time to look around not at people but at the things created by God we will see that in all of His creations He has placed life. Life in the trees themselves; life in the grass itself; life in the water; life in the air. . . ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Apostolic

The Sin Of Omission

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 25, 2003

The sin of failing to do what we ought to do.

THE SIN OF OMISSION James 4:17 Isn’t it our nature to think of sin as something we do wrong? I mean we have a list of things whether mental or written, that are wrong. We say, well, we better not do them. Don’t lie, don’t steal, don’t kill, don’t watch X-rated movies, don’t drink liquor. Would you ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17

Denomination: Baptist

This Isn't The End Of It

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 28, 2003

Death is not the final moment. For Christians, it is only a departing from this world and an arrival in God’s presence. The body then awaits the resurrection.

THIS ISN’T THE END OF IT SCRIPTURE: John 11 INTRODUCTION: (v. 1 – 7) v. 1 Lazarus is sick Sin brought forth sickness. We’ve all experienced sickness to some degree. v.3 Lazarus was loved by the Lord v. 4 Jesus heard that Lazarus was sick. When you are sick, Jesus knows, but He wants to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Pentecostal

Household Religion

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 31, 2003

I believe the Bible teaches that faith is intended to be a household matter.

HOUSEHOLD RELIGION Acts 18:1-3, 18-19, 24-26 11/10/02 Let me introduce to you before we read God’s precious Word, Aquila and Priscilla. I have never truly met them until this past week. These are a Godly family. I believe the Bible teaches that faith is intended to be a household matter. You ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Wedding Service

Contributed by Grant Bennington on Aug 2, 2003

A simple, personal wedding Service based on marriage being a lifelong process of getting to know each other.

The Covenant of Marriage GATHERING Processional: Greeting: The miracle of love is like the miracle of the flower; it thrives upon the sunshine of a smile...it entwines itself around the heart. Its roots are secured in the memories of yesterday and its petals breathe the promise ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Advent Of Christ

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 9, 2003

Although it would be a sin, and an act of rebellion against our heavenly Father and our Lord Jesus Christ to pay the slightest adoration to the mightiest angel, it would be an unkind act if we did not give to holy angels a place in our heart.

Although it would be a sin, and an act of rebellion against our heavenly Father and our Lord Jesus Christ to pay the slightest adoration to the mightiest angel, it would be an unkind act if we did not give to holy angels a place in our heart. In fact, when we consider the character of angels and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Holiness

The Messages Of The Angels

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Dec 15, 2003

Angels delivered more messages about the birth of Jesus than of any other message in the Bible. This sermon deals with these messages of the angels.

The Messages of The Angels By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. "And there appeared unto him an angel of the Lord standing on the right side of the altar of incense." Luke 1:11 The Message To Zacharias Beginning at verse thirteen through verse twenty, we have the first message from an angel. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Wings Of God

Contributed by Mark Mccool on Apr 21, 2003

Who do you turn to when life is at its worst? Is there a refuge when the lightning of bitterness flashes, the thunder of hatred rolls, and the shadows of loneliness fall across your path? Be encouraged, there is...

"THE WINGS OF GOD" Mark McCool TEXT: DEUTERONOMY 32:9-12 9 For the LORD’s portion is his people; Jacob is the lot of his inheritance. 10 He found him in a desert land, and in the waste howling wilderness; he led him about, he instructed him, he kept him as the apple of his eye. 11 As an eagle ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mothers - God's Precious Gift

Contributed by James Westervelt on May 6, 2003

She is gracious to her household, she is gracious to her family, she is gracious to the needy, she is a woman of GRACE! A precious gift from God!

MOTHERS...GOD’S PRECIOUS GIFT Mothers are a precious gift from God. The book of Wisdom (Proverbs) says there is a woman whose “children rise up and call her blessed, her husband also, and he praises her. Many daughters have done virtuously, but you excel them all.” (Prov. 31:29) ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-30, Proverbs 31:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Biblical Journey

Contributed by Wayne Doyle on Oct 28, 2003

Connecting the dots from Genisis to Revelation

A BIBLICAL JOURNEY THE BIBLE This morning I want to speak to you about the Bible. I want you to know that you can have complete confidence in this Bible. Men and Women have laid down their life so that you may open and study this Bible with confidence. And I want to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:6-8, Revelation 22:7-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Following Jesus

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 13, 2002

We have been called to be followers of Jesus

Following Jesus Luke 5:1-11 July 7, 2002 Introduction 1 One day as Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret, with the people crowding around him and listening to the word of God, 2 he saw at the water’s edge two boats, left there by the fishermen, who were washing their nets. 3 He got into one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Examples In The Faith

Contributed by Jason Fletcher on Aug 19, 2002

Timothy and Epaphroditus, examples of faith.

Introduction: Who do you want to be like when you grow up. I wanted to be like superman. 1. He was strong – practically invincible (except for a green rock), I wasn’t strong. 2. He could fly – I had to walk—ride my bigwheel 2:4 – “Do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Observations Gleaned

Contributed by James Groce on Aug 20, 2002

Revelation 22:6, "And he said to me, ’These words are faithful and true’; and the Lord, the God of the spirits of the prophets, sent His angel to show to His bond-servants the things which must shortly (táchos) take place."

Observations Gleaned From Reading Partial Preterism After reading over some of the comments and teachings of the individuals that profess belief in a “partial preterism” theory I sense they have created a dilemma in their teachings. I see no other way around the fact that even though they claim ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

House Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Wesley Eader on Sep 18, 2002

A brief sermon on the importance of God’s House, the church being a place of prayer.

Let’s walk through the events of Passion Week / Holy Week. The 8 most important days in History. 1. Sunday – Palm Sunday – The Royal Entry 2. Monday – Jesus Cleanses the Temple 3. Tuesday- Day of Conflict 4. Wed.- Day of Silence – Nothing is recorded on this day in any of the Gospels. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:17

Denomination: Baptist