Sermons on Value In Volume Of Prayer:

From Saving And Managing To Redeeming Time

Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Nov 15, 2000

We tend to focus on saving and managing time, but God calls us to redeem time.

FROM SAVING AND MANAGING TO REDEEMING TIME In a lifetime the average North American will spend: Six months sitting at stoplights Eight months opening junk mail One year looking for misplaced objects 2 years unsuccessfully returning phone calls 5 years waiting in line 6 years eating 21 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16, Philippians 4:5

Denomination: Methodist

Stop, Look, Listen

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 16, 2000

We must remember our past, but not live in it. We have to discover how to stop living in our past and begin living in His presence!

I. Text: Deuteronomy 8:1-10 II. Profiting from the Past A. God told them to remember their past so that they could appreciate their present. He didn’t tell them to live in their past. (verse 2) B. Moses told them on the day that they left Egypt to remember that day (Exodus 13:3) C. They are ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-10

A Word To The Wise

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 16, 2000

Obtaining Godly wisdom will help enhance your walk in Christ.

I. A Word to the Wise A. Text: I Corinthians 1:30 “But of Him you are in Christ Jesus, who became for us wisdom from God – and righteousness and sanctification and redemption…” B. There are several things we have received through redemption in Christ Jesus. 1. II Corinthians 5:21 says, “For ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:30

Attacked Again Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 21, 2000

The church is called to stand for the truth.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 12 “Attacked Again” Acts 5:12-42 “And through the hands of the apostles many signs and wonders were done among the people. And they were all with one accord in Solomon’s Porch. (13) Yet none of the rest dared join them, but the people esteemed them highly. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Baptist

A Disciples Perspective

Contributed by Damien Spikereit on Nov 27, 2000

A First-Person Narrative (Judas) emphasizing the need to serve, instead of being served.

This has been the longest night of my life! Let me tell you all about it, but before I do, I need to start from the beginning. Really, it all started when Jesus called me about 3 years ago. I must admit, I was quite honored to be called by Jesus. I didn't really understand what he was all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sagacity Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Nov 28, 2000

A Sermon Series on the Parables of Jesus. This is on the parable of the dishonest steward in Luke 16.

What's In It for Me? - Sagacity Introducing new sermon series We love to hear stories and we learn best from stories Fairy Tales. Aesop's Fables. Mother Goose Rhymes. Prairie Home Companion - Garrison Keiler Jesus was the best story teller of all. He told parables. Parables have been called ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Battling The Enemy Of The Mind

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 16, 2000

Spiritual warfare centers on winning the battle in our minds first

Last week I spoke on the battle for your mind, how the devil is out to get control. Today I want to speak on how you can be ready for this battle when it occurs. The greatest enemy we have is right here--the mind, it depends on what you do with it. The mind can be the greatest weapon we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blessings Of Dwelling In God's Presence

Contributed by Israel Volau on Dec 30, 2000

This is an exposition of Psalms 84

PSALMS 84 THE BLESSINGS OF DWELLING IN GOD’S PRESENCE INTRO: (vs.1-3) Psalms 42, 63 Expressions revealed in this portion of scripture show us that his feelings were inexpressible, lovely to the memory, to the mind, to the heart, to the eye and to the whole soul. The tabernacles (outer court, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

The Call To Follow

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

The need to be clear n our commitment to Jesus

What does the call to follow Jesus mean to you? Is it something you heard a long time ago and that’s now faded away as the years have gone by, or is it something that you hear afresh every day? Well, today we’re going to look at this passage from Luke’s gospel where the call to follow Jesus rings ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Anglican

Your Relationships + God's Standards = True Freedom

Contributed by Dan Chromy on Oct 26, 2000

You will only find true freedom in the way you conduct your relationships with others when you abide by God's standards for your realtionships.

What motivates your relationships with the people you meet throughout your lifetime? By what standards do you measure your relationships with others? What standards does God want for your relationships with other people? The world would have you believe that your relationships with others ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How God Develops A King

Contributed by William Noel on Oct 29, 2000

The process of becoming a Servant-Leader

‘How God Develops a King’ I Sam. 16:14-23 I. He supplies His servant with true power, 14-16 & 18b A. This power is ‘spiritual’, 14 1. The Spirit of the Lord came upon … a. Othniel, Jud. 3:9 [to deliver Israel] b. Gideon, Jud. 6:34 [in defending God’s people] ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Would The Devil Say About Your Life???

Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 21, 2003

What would the enemy say about you?

Today I want to start you off with a question. If I really want to know what kind of person you are, who should I ask? Let me suggest to you that I would want to talk to your enemies. Let’s go to our scripture: God gave Paul the power to work great miracles. People even took handkerchiefs ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

R-E-S-P-E-C-T Series

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Mar 25, 2003

A deeper look at the benefits of Respect.

R-E-S-P-E-C-T A Little Respect Can Go A Long Way “Attitude” Series I. Introduction A disgruntled old man sat in a rocking chair on the front walk of his business. He owned one of those mom and pop grocery stores on the corner in a small town. As he rocked back and forth, he watched the people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take A Number Series

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Mar 25, 2003

A deep look at the consequences of complaining and why somebody should steer clear of the complaint department.

Take a Number 3 Reasons to Stop Complaining “Attitude” Series I. Introduction There is an old Hasidic tale about a woman whose name was Anna Kebbitch. She was a complainer. All day long she complained: “I have so little money, my clothes are like old rags.” “My health is so bad, my back feels like ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What To Do With Sars And Wars

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Apr 8, 2003

There’s a response for us in the midst of calamities.

WHAT TO DO WITH SARS AND WARS 2Messengers came and told Jehoshaphat, “A vast army from Edom is marching against you from beyond the Dead Sea. …” 3Jehoshaphat was alarmed by this news and sought the LORD for guidance. He also gave orders that everyone throughout Judah should observe a fast. 4So ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:2-12, Matthew 14:28

Denomination: Evangelical Free