Sermons on Versions Of The Bible:

Becoming Powered For Real Living Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000

What it takes for the power of God to be enfused in ones life is explained.

In the book Scully, there is a dialogue between Steve Jobs, the founder of Apple Computers and John Scully, who at the time was president of Pepsi. Jobs was attempting to recruit Scully for the top job at Apple and he asked Scully, “Do you want to spend the rest of your life selling sugared ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Getting Ready For A Pentecostal Experience Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000

Following the Instructions of Jesus as they await the dawning of a Christian Pentecost

As we begin this fourth lesson in Acts, we have now moved past Dr. Luke’s introduction and into the beginning of the early church. We have seen the importance of the resurrection in the redemptive history of the church. We have read how Jesus appeared to ver 500 of His followers following ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Responding To Peter's Preaching Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000

Hearing the word of God has a variety of reponses as Peter found out.

I. The Call for Repentance given by Peter Now when they heard this, they were pierced to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, “Brethren, what shall we do?” And Peter said to them, “Repent, and let each of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joyful Noises

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Feb 14, 2001

Some joyful noises as Christians that we can make unto the Lord.

"Joyful Noises" ¨ Text: Psalm 98:4 ¨ Introduction: ¨ When we think of making a joyful noise unto the Lord, I believe singing or playing a musical instrument in a God honoring way would be the first thought to come to mind. ¨ After all in the Psalms we are instructed over and over again to make ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:4

Denomination: Baptist

Turn Off The Faucet

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001

KEEP ALLOWING THE OLD MAN TO CREEP BACK IN.

TURN OFF THE FAUCET GAL 2:20 JOHN 3:30 INTRO: JESUS “COME TO DESTROY THE WORKS OF DEVIL” A). THIEF COMES BUT TO KILL, STEAL, DESTROY (BRING BAD) B). DEVIL IS THE ANCHOR BEHIND THE SIN IN OUR LIFE, BUT IT IS LUST OF FLESH THAT TURNS INTO ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, John 3:30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Outreach Series

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001

GOING BEYOND THE WALLS OF JERUSALEM

OUTREACH! INTRODUCTION: "FOLLOW ME AND I’LL MAKE YOU FISHERS…” A). WE CAN TALK ABOUT IT, READ ABOUT IT, DISCUSS IT, PRAY ABOUT IT, MEDITATE ON IT; BUT IF WE DO NOT CAST OUR LINE WE ARE NOT FISHERS OF MEN. B). IF WE DO NOT REACH OUT TO THOSE IN NEED WE ARE NOT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Outreach Series

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001

GOING BEYOND THE WALLS OF JERUSALEM

OUTREACH (PART II) ACTS 8 LUKE 24 INTRODUCTION: WE BEGAN LOOKING AT THE NEED FOR OUTREACH. A). JUST AS JESUS WENT BEYOND THE WALLS OF JERUSALEM, HE HAS ALSO CALLED US TO GO BEYOND THE WALLS OF THIS BUILDING. B). THAT’S WHAT OUTREACH ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-31, Luke 24:46-49

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Letting Go Of The Rope Series

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001

LETTING GO OF OUR WAY AND GRABBING HOLD OF JESUS

LETTING GO OF THE ROPE! INTRO: READ/TELL STORY; AT THE END OF YOUR ROPE? A). AS I PRAYED FOR A WORD FROM GOD FOR 2000. B). SAME EVERY YR “LET GO AND LET GOD BE GOD IN OUR LIFE C). THERE ARE FOLKS NOT EVEN SCRATCHING THE SURFACE AS TO WHAT GOD HAS IN STORE FOR THEM IS ...read more

Scripture: John 10:8-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Letting Go Of The Rope Series

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001

LETTING GO OF OLD WAYS AND GRABBING HOLD OF JESUS

LETTING GO OF THE ROPE! (PART II) COMING TO KNOW GOD INTRO: BEGAN A SERIES “LETTING GO OF THE ROPE.” A). GOD’S WORD FOR 2000: QUIT HANGING TO OLD LIFE/ WAYS/HABITS AND TRUST GOD TO BE GOD IN YOUR LIFE. B). LETTING GO MEANS STOP PUTTING LIMITS ON GOD. C). THE GOOD ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Power Of Words

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001

STICKS AND STONES CAN HURT MY BONES, AND WORDS ARE JUST AS HURTFUL

POWER OF WORDS! MT 12:31-37 JAMES 3:10 INTRODUCTION: STORY OF A PASTOR WHO WAS BUILDING A TRELLIS FOR HIS ROSES. YOUNG BOY WATCHING “JUST WANTED TO KNOW WHAT A PREACHER SAYS WHEN HE HITS HIS THUMB WITH A HAMMER. A). WHETHER A PREACHER, OR NOT, ...read more

Scripture: James 3:10, Matthew 12:31-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What David Knows About God's Word Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Feb 21, 2001

A glimpse into the heart of a man who loves the Word of God

LAMEDH - Psalms 119:89-96  David discusses the staying power of the Word of God. How God’s Word sustains both creation and man. NEWS STORY: ABOUT A CHURCH GUTTED BY A FIRE ON THE NIGHT OF EASTER SUNDAY. EVERYTHING BURNED TO THE GROUND EXCEPT ONE BIBLE WHICH WAS CHARRED ON THE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96

What Does It Mean To Be Lost

Contributed by David Carter on Feb 21, 2001

What does it mean to be lost

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE LOST Text: Luke 19:10 "For The Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost." What do you think about when you think about the word, Lost? Maybe you think of being lost yourself. Have you ever been lost? I remember one time when I was a little boy my mother ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do You Need?

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Feb 22, 2001

Jesus Christ Supplying the Needs Of Humanity.

WHAT DO YOU NEED? John 6:1-13 Introduction: Today you are either in need, or will be in need in the days to come. Jesus shows us here in this passage that He is ready to meet humanities needs. As we study this passage let’s remember these 7 things about Jesus meeting our needs. 1. WHERE JESUS IS, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Lets Not Be Confused

Contributed by James Trusty on Feb 24, 2001

An exposition of Matt. 24-25

Matthew 24-25 Next to Ezek. 38-39, these two chapters must be truly understood if we want all the questions concerning the rapture and the second advent to be cleared up. Most of the fallacies of men regarding these two subjects come from a wrong understanding of prophecy, and because we do not ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Talent Giving! Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on Feb 24, 2001

Each one of us are divinely crafted and intricately interwoven together. God made you to be you, just the way you are.

"Talent Giving!" " The 3 T’s - Time, Treasure, and Talent" series part 3 of 3 Text: 1Peter 4:7-11; Mt. 25:14-30 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - Feb. 25, 2001 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! 1 Peter 4:7-11 The end of all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11, Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Bible Church