Sermons on Usefulness:

The Church Needs Gate Shakers Today

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003

Jesus said that the gates of hell would not prevail against his church but where are the Gate Shakers today?

"We need some gateshakers" Luke 4:44 – 5:11 Want to describe this situation to you if I may. Jesus has been preaching in the synagogue to the religious people of his day, this would be the modern day church, and afterwards the people pressed upon him. Now I don’t know what the message ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Stephen: Boldly Going...

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003

Another from a series on the book of Acts.

Stephen: Boldly Going... Acts 6:7-15 Over the last month, we have looked at a variety of people from the book of Acts. We looked Ananias and his wife Sapphira, who blasphemed the Holy Spirit and were killed, we have looked at Peter and John, who were arrested and taken before the Sanhedrin, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:7-15

Denomination: Mennonite

Esther – "For Such A Time As This”

Contributed by David Parks on Jan 30, 2003

It was a time that cried out for a good woman of courage, Esther. Est. 4:13-16. Her silence would have been sin – in a responsible position, in a time that needed good people – of conviction and prayer.It was true in her time. It is still true in our time

ESTHER – “FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS” INTRODUCTION Text: Est. 4:13-16. 1 You’ve probably heard the adage, "behind every good man is a good woman." 2 I prefer, "Behind every good man is a surprised mother-in-law." 3. Today we will study a case in which it could be said, "Behind a great man (who was ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Never Give Up, Never Surrender

Contributed by John Knight on Jan 31, 2003

Motivation for the ministry and mission of the church.

Never Give Up! Never Surrender! John 20:19-21; Acts 1:4-8 On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being shut where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, "Peace be with you." When he had said this, he showed them his ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-21, Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Holiness

The Second Coming Isn`t Going To Happen?

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Nov 19, 2001

Oh, yes it is!

A note about this Sermon. You might find it diffult to understand the legal processes of the Church in England, and how the Church in England works, but the first story I tell is true. 000000000000000 Several years ago the Chancellor of an English Diocese got very angry. (He`s ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Follow, Lead, And Get Out Of The Way

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Nov 23, 2001

This sermon challenges leaders to disciple the body of Christ.

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Follow, Lead, AND Get Out of the Way! Calvary Christian ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

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

How Would You Bind The Hands Of The Lord?

Contributed by Ronald Wofford on Sep 21, 2002

Many people today, just like the soldiers in the garden of Gesthamene have learned how to bind the hands of the Lord.

“HOW WOULD YOU BIND THE HANDS OF THE LORD?” John 18:12 “Then the band and the captain and officers of the Jews took Jesus, and bound him,” This creature called Man has incredible abilities and his knowledge is ever increasing. During his existence he has learned to do the most unbelievable ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12

Sleeping Away Your Fears

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 26, 2002

God can calm our fears

I remember well. It was just a few weeks ago on that fateful day when I received a small manila envelop. With great fear and trepidation I pulled back the envelop closure. A deep voice resonated throughout the classroom, “If you have it, it will be preached Reader’s Digest condensed form - 10 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

The Gracious Heart Of God

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 4, 2006

In this long defense, Stephen reveals the gracious heart of God as He worked with the nation of Israel for centuries to reveal Himself to them.

Passage: Acts 7:1-60 Intro: You may be familiar with the famous short story titled “The Gift of the Magi” 1. story of young married couple, very poor, at Christmas 2. Stella had beautiful hair, Jim had a fabulous watch 3. Stella sold her hair to buy Jim a watch fob, Jim sold his watch to buy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-60

Denomination: Evangelical Free

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

The Power Of The Blessing

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Jun 6, 2006

Why all this struggle for God’s blessing when there is an easy way to it. Find out the short-cut to having God’s blessings

Adam and Eve never struggled to have anything they needed while in the garden of Eden. They enjoyed God’s blessing. What is the secret? Read the passage above and then follow on in this study. One vital thing people pray and seek for in life is blessings. Every man, woman, boy and girl wants it. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Armogeddon

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Feb 6, 2004

The word Armageddon strikes fear into the most bravest of men, because of its ominous meaning, about the end of the world as we know it. There are many that scoff at the very words in scripture that cover the battle. But they will answer to a vengeful God

Armageddon. Revelation 16:16 The word Armageddon strikes fear into the most bravest of men, because of its ominous meaning, about the end of the world as we know it. There are many that scoff at the very words in scripture that cover the battle. But they will answer to a vengeful God for their ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pentecostal Priorities

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Jun 2, 2005

A message on the inportance of pentecostal priorities, and the Baptism of the Holy Spirit

Intro: What Is a Pentecostal Assembly? This question could be asked concerning any church, Like what is a Baptist Church? I suppose the answer could be “A Baptist church is a Christian church where the people believe in Christian Baptism by immersion, and a church where believers are baptized by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Will Jesus Spend Christmas This Year?

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 25, 2005

steps to letting Jesus celebrate Christmas with you this year.

Intro: one of the most asked questions for this day is, “Where will you be spending Christmas this year.” Some will be at home, others will travel to family and some will go on special vacations or trips to celebrate Christmas. As people have asked this question, my mind immediately went to another ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God