Sermons on Wrong Motives:

Being Doers Of The Word Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 20, 2005

3 points to remember after you have discovered your spiritual gifts.

Being Doers of the Word First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan Rev. Bruce A. Shields www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME SCRIPTURE READING James 1:22 “22Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” PRAYER Only 1 obstacle stands between a complacent mediocre ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22

Denomination: Bible Church

There Is No Need To Fear! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 12, 2009

If we live by faith, there is no need to fear!

Think about this for a moment: An all knowing God knew that man and woman would disobey Him but yet decided to create them anyway! If God is our Creator and knew that we would disobey Him, why did He create us? And isn’t it interesting that God reveals His powerful judgment on wickedness, like He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Take This Job And Love It, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010

This sermon addresses maintaining a godly attitude at work.

TEXT: 1 Samuel 18:1-11, 14 INTRO: - Don't let this title deceive you - It directly relates to your job - But every student and Housewife can benefit - White collar, blue collar and no collar - Jim Bakker told me The biggest lesson he learned in prison Was that God was not interested In WHAT ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judgment Vs. Discernment

Contributed by Ed Groover on Sep 24, 2007

A sermon on the importance of exercising Biblical discernment.

Judgment Vs. Discernment Barriers That Block The Cultural Power Of The Cross Text: Matthew 7:1-6 NKJV "Judge not, that you be not judged. (2) For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you. (3) And why do you look at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Developing A Thankful Spirit

Contributed by Pastor Ezekiel Oyekale on Apr 21, 2011

This sermon is about practical steps on how to develop appreciation for God.

DEVELOPING A THANKFUL SPIRIT (Pastor Ezekiel Oyekale) God is worthy of our praise, adoration, and thanksgiving all the times. The scriptures says that God inhabits the praise of His people. The texts in Psalms says, “Let my MOUTH be FILLED with thy PRAISE and with thy honour ALL THE DAY ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Learning From Peter

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011

the failure of Peter at the trial of Jesus was predictable. Let's look at the decisions and non-decisions that brought about this event in his life. We can learn a lot.

Passage: Matthew 26:69-75 Intro: The more time we spend looking at this powerful event, the more contrast we see between spirit and flesh, God’s character and Satan’s. 1. we will look this morning at one of the really sad stories in the Passion week. 2. why is it here? Because it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:69-75

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Taking The Next Step In Conflict Resolution Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Apr 2, 2013

In this lesson, we will explore biblical principles as to the appropriate way to involve others when seeking to resolve a conflict. Let’s answer three questions:

Taking the Next Step in Conflict Resolution www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Paul knew that there would be quarrels within the body of Christ. Colossians 3:13 • In any church, there will be conflicts, disputes, disagreements, annoyances, hurt feelings, differences of opinion, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:13

Denomination: Bible Church

Misplaced Anger Towards The Servants Of God Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 15, 2012

THE PASSAGE BEFORE US TODAY DEALS WITH A SENSITIVE SUBJECT IN THE LIFE OF A CHURCH AND THE INDIVIDUAL BELIEVER. THE ISSUE IS ANGER, AGAINST GOD DIRECTED TOWARDS HIS SERVANT(S). SO, IN OUR TIME TOGETHER TODAY, I WOULD LIKE TO LOOK AT WHAT CAUSES THIS A

MISPLACED ANGER TOWARDS THE SERVANTS OF GOD ACTS 7:54-8:1 WHEN THEY HEARD THIS, THEY WERE FURIOUS AND GNASHED THEIR TEETH AT HIM. 55 BUT STEPHEN, FULL OF THE HOLY SPIRIT, LOOKED UP TO HEAVEN AND SAW THE GLORY OF GOD, AND JESUS STANDING AT THE RIGHT HAND OF GOD. 56 "LOOK," HE SAID, "I SEE HEAVEN ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Gritty Motherhood

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 11, 2015

Every mother is different and every situation is different; but successful moms are hands-on moms.

Gritty Motherhood [Note: this is a slight 2015 revision of one of my previous sermons, a 2007 sermon titled “Hands-on Motherhood”] 1. According to CNN, "The typical [stay at home] mother puts in a 92-hour work week… and works at least 10 jobs. In order of hours spent on them per ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why The Law Cannot Fix Us Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 11, 2020

Although ignorance is a major problem in the Christian world, our biggest issue involves being rightly related to God. Many, sadly, look to law-keeping as the way to know God or receive His forgiveness. This simply will not work; we need regeneration, the work of the Holy Spirit within us.

Why the Law Cannot Fix Us (Romans 7:1-25) 1. Happy Mother’s Day to all our moms. Moms come with all sorts of personalities and approaches toward parenting. A mother is trying to get her son to eat carrots. “Carrots are good for your eyes,” she says. “How do you know?” the boy asks. The mother ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living Generously Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Living Generously

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Living Generously Luke 16:14-31 October 11, 2009 Last time we saw how the dishonest manager squandered his master’s wealth and learned that God calls us to be faithful managers of everything God has blessed us with. This week we look at the Pharisees ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:14-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Be Solicitous!

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 28, 2017

God is more than able and capable of meeting our needs and to empower us to keep our lives focused on eternity.

IT HAS NEVER FAILED! SO, WHAT THAT MEANS IS THAT 100% OF MOST THINGS I HAVE FRETTED, WORRIED ABOUT, OR WAS ANXIOUS AND TROUBLED OVER NEVER HAPPENED OR TURNED OUT THE WAY I HAD THOUGHT IT WOULD. I WASTED A LOT OF TIME ON NOTHING! WHAT SADDENS AND SHAMES ME THE MOST, IS THAT WITH SUCH DEEP SEATED ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Free Methodist

Big Things Come In Small Packages

Contributed by Craig Condon on Oct 1, 2016

Faith is like a seed. It starts as something small and over time grows into something larger that allows us to do great things in Christ’s name.

A wealthy man died and went to heaven. He was met at the Pearly Gates by Saint Peter who led him down the streets of gold. They passed mansion after mansion until they came to the very end of the street. Saint Peter stopped the rich man in front of a little shack. “This belongs to you,” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Anglican

The Parable Of The Unjust Judge

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 7, 2019

Is this really about the unjust judge?

The Parable of the Unjust Judge Luke 18:1-8 Parables are useful stories in that they present simple points. In the case of this parable, one can see the value of persistence. It is similar to what Jesus says in The Sermon on the Mount where He says: “Persist in asking, and you will receive. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Re-Examining Our Practice Of Christianity Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 28, 2024

Follow the commands of the Lord. Do not add or subtract from it, but keep the commands of the Lord your God

The majority of Ghanaians, around sixty percent, claim to be Christian. In a few months, we will be voting to elect a new president and new members of parliament. The campaign has already started and we are being told that not all that we hear is really the truth. Are Christians not ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-27, Deuteronomy 4:1-9, Mark 7:9-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed