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I Am Debtor

Contributed by Greg Irby on Oct 18, 2000

In this letter written by Paul to the Christians at Rome he begins by giving a description of himself. A debtor.

Text Verse: Romans 1:14 (Romans 1:14) "I am debtor both to the Greeks, and to the Barbarians; both to the wise, and to the unwise." Introduction: In this letter written by Paul to the Christians at Rome he begins by giving a description of himself. (Romans 1:1) "Paul, a servant of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Inadequate Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 25, 2024

This is the 2nd Sermon in the Series "Taking Off The Mask".

Series: Taking Off The Mask [#2] I AM INADEQUATE Isaiah 6:5 Introduction: Last week I shared with you that I am taking off the mask; that I’m no longer trying to uphold some sort of image. Last week we looked at the fact that sometimes I don’t feel like praying. This week I want to tell you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:5

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Eternal Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 23, 2021

Jesus … the Eternal One … stepped into time and history to deliver us from eternal hell. God’s plan of salvation was in His heart from the beginning of time. It’s an eternal plan. And God has loved You from the creation of the universe.

What is truly the one thing that money can’t buy? It’s time! Nobody … and do mean NOBODY … not even Donald Trump or Bill Gates or George Soros or Oprah Winfrey or Warren Buffet or Mark Zuckerberg or Elon Musk can buy themselves a single second of time … as Steve Jobs found out on October 5th, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31, Colossians 1:15-17, 1 Peter 1:18-20, 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: United Methodist

I Am Transformed! Series

Contributed by Stephen Brown on Jan 19, 2016

The word transformed is used 4 times in the New Testament. Twice describing Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration and twice describing God’s affect on Christians. Thankfully, it is not something I try to accomplish, but something God accomplished in me.

When I enlisted in the Army in 1985, I was a naïve, country boy from WV. After their offer and my oath of commitment, the Army upheld their responsibilities and I upheld mine. Over time, by their influence and training, I was transformed into a soldier. If the military can accomplish that in me, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes Trouble Again! # 3

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022

I am not one who keeps up with the various rock group singers. In fact, I do not believe I could name one rock group that exists today.

What is interesting about these rock groups is how they decide who is going to be the lead singer. Illus: Someone suggested they did it this way. Someone starts off as a guitar player but he can not play. The group then gives him some sticks, puts him in the back, and calls him a drummer. When ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Door Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 6, 2009

There is but one way to God, and that is through Jesus the Son of God. He presents Himself as the Door. The message explores some of the ramifications of that truth.

“Jesus again said to them, ‘Truly, truly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep. All who came before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture. The thief comes only to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Vine PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024

This sermon explores our relationship with God, emphasizing the importance of staying connected to Him to bear spiritual fruit and experience His blessings.

Good morning, beloved congregation. As we gather here today, I am reminded of the words of the esteemed Christian author, J.I. Packer, who wrote, "Once you become aware that the main business that you are here for is to know God, most of life's problems fall into place of their own accord." Such ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Topics: Connection, Vine, Jesus

I Am The Gate

Contributed by Susan Babb, Osl on May 27, 2014

Jesus is the Shepherd who is the gate for the sheep to find life abundantly.

I am the Gate John 10:1-10 I. Intro. A. story of a spy captured and sentenced to death by a general in the Persian army. 1. general had the strange custom of giving condemned criminals a choice a. the firing squad and ’the big, black door." b. spy to the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

I Am A What?

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 21, 2019

A study in Psalm 23: 1 - 6

Psalm 23: 1 – 6 I am a what? 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. 3He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

I Am The Door Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore the concept of Jesus as the only way to God and eternal life, emphasizing the need for faith to accept this invitation.

Welcome Church! So glad to have you all here today as start on week 3 of our four week series, In His Words. This is a series about the words of Christ. Specifically, the I AM statements He made as recorded in the book of John. In week one we hear Jesus say, “I AM the bread of life,” and last week ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9

Topics: Eternal Life, Faith, Access To Grace

Sermon Series: In His Words

Jehovah - I Am Series

Contributed by Paul Basehore on Jan 11, 2015

Yes, God has names. Specific, beautiful, matchless names. We start the series with the name He uses to introduce Himself -- "I AM".

The Names of God: Jehovah, the “I AM” I have many names. The name I was born with is Paul Michael Basehore Junior. As a child I was called “PJ”, for “Paul Junior”. In high school, my physics teacher called me “Basehore, Long Island”. In college I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-15, John 8:58

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am Blessed Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 7, 2024

While in the bleakest of circumstances one might not feel blessed, we are truly blessed beyond all imagination for God created this world out of love and sent His Son Jesus to atone for our sins thus providing the means of us forever being adopted into His family!

I am Blessed Genesis 1, 16-21 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 What does it genuinely mean to be blessed? The interpretation of this term varies among individuals. Some use it casually in conversation as a simple expression of good wishes. For others, being ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Not An Accident Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 30, 2010

This sermon looks at the value of human life.

I Am Not An Accident In Rick Warren’s book “The Purpose Driven Life” – he makes a profound statement. He says, “You are not an accident. … Your birth was no mistake or mishap, and your life is no fluke of nature. Your parents may not have planned you, but ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am Not The Greatest

Contributed by Victor Yap on Feb 4, 2017

Ecclesiastes 2

I AM NOT THE GREATEST (ECCLESIASTES 2) Ecclesiastes begins with a resounding five-fold repetition of the word “vanity” in one verse, a literary abnormality even in repetition-heavy Jewish literature: Vanity of vanities, saith the Preacher, vanity of vanities; all is vanity (Eccl 1:2). ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am The Resurrection PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 2, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of Christ's resurrection and the promise of eternal life, shaping our identity, purpose, and destiny as believers. Key

Welcome, beloved congregation, to this blessed gathering where we seek to immerse ourselves in the divine wisdom of the Holy Scriptures. We are here to deepen our understanding of the profound truths of our faith, to strengthen our spirits, and to nourish our souls with the Word of God. As we ...read more

Scripture: John 11:14-26

Topics: Resurrection Life