Sermons on Vessels Of Honor:

Freedom, The Grand Proposition (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on Jun 7, 2002

The second part of a two part look at Paul’s Grand Proposition in Galatians (2:15-21).

Freedom, The Grand Proposition (Part Two) (Galatians 2:17-21) Theme: Faith is the SOURCE of justification and the STANDARD by which justified human beings are to live out their lives. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased knowledge. After I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Treat A New Christian

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 8, 2002

New Christians should be treated with acceptance, understanding and patience.

HOW TO TREAT A NEW CHRISTIAN Acts 9:19-31 INTRO.- ILL.- Bob Russell of the large Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, KY, tells this story about a young man he baptized while in college. Bob said, "In my senior year at Bible college I met a tall, gangly basketball player from the University ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Families Fail Series

Contributed by David Limiero on Jun 5, 2001

Why do families fail? Compares the stories of Absalom and the Prodigal Son.

The Perils of Parenting: When Families Fail Eph. 6:1-4; Luke 15:11-32; 2 Samuel Introduction What happens when families fail? For the last two weeks we’ve been talking about parenting in times of peril. Two weeks ago we looked at a young mother named Hannah who was able to raise her son ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4, Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Face Life's Challenges Iv Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 12, 2001

This sermon is a continuation of the series in the beatitudes. Being persecuted for taking a stand in our society on issues as abortion and homosexuality are presented.

How To Face Life’s Challenges Part IV. NLF 6/10/2001 2 Chron 24;17-22 1 Peter 4:12-19 Text Matt 5:10-12 We have previously looked in our Bibles at Matthew chapter 5 verses 1-9. These verses have been called the Be-attitudes. Someone has said these are the attitudes that should be in us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12, 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

He Is Able

Contributed by Mike Hays on Aug 5, 2001

Jesus alone can meet all of our deepest needs. He far exceeds any priest or pastor who have ever sought to lead people to the Lord and He lives to intercede for His people.

He Is Able! Hebrews 7:20-28 Everyone is looking for an angle. People from all walks of life are looking for someone or some way to help them get ahead, to find the calm waters of life, and to give them an anchor for their restless souls. Who can open a door of opportunity for me? Who can provide ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:20-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Use An Understanding Of Culture

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

How To Use An Understanding of Culture In Church Planting and Growth

How To Use An Understanding of Culture In Church Planting Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain how a missionary can communicate the gospel cross-culturally effectively. 2. The students will explain how to use an understanding of a person’s world view to communicate the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:5-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Resolve Conflicts Between

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

How To Resolve Conflicts Between People During Church Planting Main Biblical Text - Eph. 4:28-32

How To Resolve Conflicts Between People During Church Planting Main Biblical Text - Eph. 4:28-32 DISCONTENTMENT "Content makes poor men rich; discontent makes rich men poor." Benjamin Franklin. Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain the reasons for conflicts between people who ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Under New Management"

Contributed by Brian Archer on Aug 16, 2001

Our eternal destiny is determined by the "management" underwhich we serve!"

Under New Management Ephesians 2:1-10 I. Consider Your Past 2:1-2:3 A. You WERE Dead 2:1 B. You WERE Unrighteous 2:2-2:3a C. You WERE Objects of Wrath 2:3b II. Celebrate Your Present 2:4-2:6; 2:8-2:10 A. BY GRACE you ARE Saved 2:4-5; 2:8-9 B. BY GRACE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Not Harps And Halos Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 19, 2001

Plain talk about the "intermediate state" (between death and resurrection) for people investigating the Christian faith.

Mother’s Day is an appropriate time to mention the fact that that no matter how prepared we think they are for parenthood, we’re never really ready. Somehow all the books, seminars and advice can’t prepare you for those dirty diaper blow outs, or those embarrassing grocery store tantrums, or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Devil Suggested It; He Didn¡¦t (And Can¡¦t) Make You Do It! Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 19, 2001

Christian Survivor Series - Living Godly in a Godless World - Helping us understand why we do what we do, even when we don¡¦t want to do it -- and the spiritual strength resources we have to help overcome in our times of temptation.

The Devil SUGGESTED It; He Didn¡¦t (and Can¡¦t) MAKE You Do It! (Christian Survivor Series; Living Godly in a Godless World) James 1.12-18 January 21, 2001 I¡¦m not thrilled with Fox TV Network. They promised to clean up their act after the prime time fiasco, Who Wants To Marry a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: United Methodist

The Gifts Go On

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Jan 28, 2001

We will explore what Paul teaches about spiritual gifts. I think a great deal of controversy could have been avoided on this topic if people would have simply studied this a little more closely.

Church conflicts happen for pretty unusual reasons. In the 1890s there was a small Baptist church in Mayfield County, Kentucky. The church had just two deacons, and those two men seemed to be constantly arguing and bickering with each other. On a particular Sunday, one deacon put up a small wooden ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-13, 1 Corinthians 12:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Living Responsibly Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 30, 2001

Three strategies to live spiritually responsible lives.

Just because a person’s an adult doesn’t necessarily mean that person is responsible. When I turned 18 years old it seemed that the only thing I could think about was moving out on my own. But like most 18 year olds, I still had a lot of growing up to do. Eventually my mom helped me buy a trailer ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Has Your Flight Been Delayed?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 5, 2001

We all experience spiritual flight delays, but there is a way to change these.

HAS YOUR FLIGHT BEEN DELAYED? Psalm 4:1 “Answer me when I call to you, O my righteous God. Give me relief from my distress; be merciful to me and hear my prayer.” INTRO.- ILL.- Thirteen ministers were on a flight to New York. When they came into a large storm, they told the stewardess to tell ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1, Psalm 5:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Some Myths About Divorce

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 7, 2001

This sermon deals with myths surrounding divorces, reasons for divorce and alternatives to divorce.

The Myths Of Dating Marriage & Divorce Part V 7/16/2000 Malachi 2:10-16 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 & 39-40 The next myth is that it is okay for me to date someone who is in the process of getting a divorce. A person is married until they are no longer married. To date this person is in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Worship: Expressing Your Love To God Series

Contributed by Tim Olson on Mar 13, 2001

The object of this message is to get you to evaluate your relationship with God and to point out ways to strengthen your love for God.

SERIES: PRIORITIES FOR PLEASING GOD #1 WORSHIP: EXPRESSING YOUR LOVE FOR GOD KBF & 00-01-14 & Tim Olson INTRO: WORSHIP IS EXPRESSING YOUR LOVE FOR GOD There’s a new "reality" TV show on Fox Network called "Temptation Island" that is the subject of discussion these days. Many people are very ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30