Sermons on Without A Vision:

A Revival Of Hope Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 19, 2015

For us today it is a message of hope. No matter how hopeless a situation might seem, there is a God who restores life. We have a God that can make even dry bones live again.

EZEKIEL 37: 1-14 [HOPE FOR LIFE Series] A REVIVAL OF HOPE [Psalm 119:25 / John 6:63 ] Have you ever faced a seemingly hopeless situation? One where everything you did seemed to no avail? The odds were so against you that you wanted to give up? Ezekiel the prophet did. He wanted to see ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14, Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Straight Street

Contributed by Nick S Panico on May 20, 2016

Acts 9 tells of Saul's journey to "Straight Street." It's the journey of a man who was lost in religion and how he finds his way to a real relationship with the Living God. How to get to and live on Straight Street.

“Straight Street” Acts 9:1 through Acts 9:11 (NIV) 1Meanwhile, Saul was still breathing out murderous threats against the Lord’s disciples. He went to the high priest 2and asked him for letters to the synagogues in Damascus, so that if he found any there who belonged to the Way, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

10 Characteristics Of Healthy Churches

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 29, 2003

The characteristics of a healthy church compiled from nine of the most significant church health studies to date.

During the last 20 years there has been a tremendous focus on church growth. Unfortunately this has created a tendency to be more analytical than prescriptive, more quantitative than qualitative. Rick Warren writes in “The Purpose-Driven Church”; (Zondervan) "the key issue for churches in the ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2, 3 John 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Take To Be A Servant?

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 26, 2008

There are many different ways to serve, many ways that we as followers of Jesus Christ can bring him glory, but it all starts with a “willingness” on our part to be his servants.

Introduction: What does it take to be a servant? That’s kind of a strange question, because we don’t always have the best perspective about what a “servant’ really is. Jesus referred to himself as a servant when he said: “The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to be a servant and to give ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Message Of Daniel, 3. Persia, Alexander, And The Successors Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 3, 2015

Here begins the predictions of the man of God via the Spirit of God, every one of which has, or will, come to pass. The Persian and Greek Empires are here seen, along with that which flowed from Greece's demise, which the Holy Spirit wants us to see!

2: Persia, Alexander and the Successors 11:2b– 11:4 11:2b “Behold, three more kings will arise in Persia” In fact seven kings will rule in Persia, but the angel is asking Daniel to focus on the next three kings so as to pay special attention to the fourth. In 530 [all dates ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Priorities" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on May 1, 2008

Sermon 11 in a study in Colossians

“Therefore no one is to act as your judge in regard to food or drink or in respect to a festival or a new moon or a Sabbath day— 17 things which are a mere shadow of what is to come; but the substance belongs to Christ. 18 Let no one keep defrauding you of your prize by delighting in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: Orthodox

The Malachi Test

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Nov 18, 2002

Giving is an act of worship and an act of faith that is necessary in growing in our relationship with God.

The Malachi Test 1 Tim 6:10 -11, 1 Chr 28:2 - 3, 1 Chr 29:2-13, 10-17, 2 Cor 9:6 - 11, Mal 3;10-11, Heb 11:6 November 15, 2002 I. If you have not figured it out by now, I am preaching about some of the basic foundational principles of the Christian life. A. Trust, worship, prayer, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:2-13, Malachi 3:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Painting God's Masterpiece Part 8 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 18, 2009

This message is the conclusion of the series and focuses on Christ being our hope.

Painting God’s Masterpiece Part 8 Scriptures: 1 Timothy 1:1; 2 Corinthians 3:17-18; Numbers 6:24-26 Introduction: This message will conclude this series. This morning we will examine how Christ represents our hope, our vision and our image. As I have gone through this series, I have been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Barbarians, Sythians And Other Dead People (Or "Get Over Yourself")

Contributed by Matthew Bushnell on Nov 29, 2006

A sermon based on Colossians 3:5-10 challengeing personal agendas. (Preached as a very first sermon at the commencement of a new church ministry).

Barbarians, Sythians, and other dead People Personal Intro – Thank you for the welcome my family and I have received from many of you. I have had opportunity to meet a lot of people and learn names. That will take some time and I thank you for your patience as we get to know each ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Wisdom To Accomplish Life Goals

Contributed by Sunday Adelaja on Jan 16, 2008

Write down His plans and intentions for your life and the ways He wants you to achieve your targets; also write down all your observations about people and life around you.

Tip #1: GET A NOTEBOOK TO WRITE DOWN ALL GOD REVEALS TO YOU. Write down His plans and intentions for your life and the ways He wants you to achieve your targets; also write down all your observations about people and life around you. And the LORD answered me, and said, Write the vision, and ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2

Denomination: Church Of God

God, Where Are You Taking Me?

Contributed by James May on Nov 6, 2011

Often following the perfect will of God means that we are out of step with the world and even with what's happening in the church. We must learn to follow the voice of the Great Shepherd.

God, Where Are You Taking Me? By Rev. James May As Jesus walked the shores of the Sea of Galilee, at the beginning of his earthly ministry, his first objective was to find men who would become his disciples. And while it is clear that Jesus already knew exactly which men he would choose; it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Remove Not The Ancient Landmark Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 24, 2013

Sermon 3 in the series “Church Matters" - An reminder to remember and continue the landmarks our church was built on.

Remove not the Ancient Landmark Sermon 3 in the series “Church Matters" Chuck Sligh June 30, 2013 TEXT: Proverbs 22:28 – “Remove not the ancient landmark, which thy fathers have set.” INTRODUCTION When the Israelites entered Canaan and land was divided among the various ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:28

Denomination: Baptist

Care Enough To Correct Series

Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016

Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock

Motivating our sons and daughters to pursue a path of godliness isn’t always easy. It takes courage to stay the course and to stand our ground without losing heart. As Gods agents of change, parents must have love and the power of the Holy Spirit within in order to be successful. Seven ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

"the Power Of Discipleship & Evangelism."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jan 19, 2024

The power of evangelism is one of the most effective ways of reaching out to a world in search of answers with some looking for a reason to live. You cannot give what you do not have, and, to be a successful soul winner, you must know the value of what you are presenting to others.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 28:19-20) (19) “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and the Holy Ghost:” (20) “Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:30, Daniel 12:3, Acts 1:8, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Be Not Deceived.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 14, 2001

Year C. Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 23, 2001 Amos 8: 4-7 Title: “Be not deceived.”

Year C. Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 23, 2001 Amos 8: 4-7 Title: “Be not deceived.” Amos was from a village just south of the border between Israel and Judah, Tekoa, but he prophesied at Bethel, the main religious center in the north, just north of the border. In 1:1 he is said to ...read more

Scripture: Amos 8:4-7

Denomination: Lutheran