In Sermon Illustrations: "2 Kings 22-23:1"

Polycarp (2nd Century)  PRO

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 3, 2007

POLYCARP(2nd Century) Can you imagine what it was like for the church in Smyrna as they watched their beloved and aged pastor burn at the stake? Polycarp was his name. he was a disciple of Jesus’ disciple, the Apostle John. One could tell it immediately because he possessed the same tenderness and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25, 2 Samuel 12:1-15, Exodus 3:6-8, Psalm 91:1-2, Luke 8:43-49, James 1:23-25, Joshua 24:11-15, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, Colossians 2:6-14, Matthew 6:33  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Bible, Faith, Love, Father, Fellowship, Gratefulness, Pieces, Destruction, Willingness, Empty, Unsaved, Posture, Young People, Negative, Energy, Spiritual Faith, Stand, Self-Control, Existentialism, Jabez, Procrastination, Mind, New Beginning, Edify, Right, Endure, Broken, Prepare, One, Reverence, Forward, Release, Sanctification, Look, Choose, Might, Positive, Soldier, Holiness, Influence, Teamwork, Priorities, Lost, Grow, Counselor, Friend, Listen, Righteousness, Pride, Teen, Comforter, Unity, Encouragement, Faithfulness, God's Love, Power, Hope, Leadership, Prayer, Anxiety, Worry, Heart, Soul, Trust, Endurance, Humility, Joy, John, Church, Children, Persecution, Son, Family  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Behavioral Studies Show That If 2% Of A ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 17, 2006

Behavioral studies show that if 2% of a homogeneous group are strongly dedicated to a given cause, and that small minority can eventually move the whole. Association of ...read more

Tags: Evangelism How To

There Are 2 Popular Traditions In Africa: ...  PRO

Contributed by Kerry O'neill on May 14, 2006

There are 2 popular traditions in Africa: drinking tea and playing soccer. However, these traditions are not unique to Africa, but were brought to the continent by the British. Even when it is very hot, each afternoon in many parts of Africa they pause to drink hot tea. Why? Because the British ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Tags: Kingdom Of God

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Are 2 Ways Of Handling Pressure

Contributed by Tim Spear on Dec 6, 2012

There are 2 ways of handling pressure: One is illustrated by a bathysphere, the miniature submarine used to explore the ocean in places so deep that the water pressure would crush a conventional submarine like an aluminum can. Bathyspheres compensate with plate steel several inches thick, which ...read more

Tags: Stress, Temptation Resisting

Denomination: Baptist

The Woman And Acts 2:38

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Feb 1, 2014

THE WOMAN AND ACTS 2:38 An elderly woman had just returned to her home from a church service when she was startled by an intruder. As she caught the man in the act of robbing her home of its valuables, she yelled, "Stop--Acts 2:38!" (..repent, turn from your sin..".). The burglar stopped dead ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Tags: Prayer, Repent, Humor

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Outline Of Acts 2

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Feb 19, 2022

Acts 2 can be divided into 4 main events all related to the arrival of the Holy Spirit: I. The Arrival of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:1-4) II. The Reaction to the Holy Spirit's Arrival (Acts 2:5-13)a. Amazement (Acts 2:5-12)b. Mockery (Acts 2:13) III. The Explanation of the ...read more

Tags: Preaching, Revival, Simon Peter, Sermon Outlines, Church, Holy Spirit, Teaching, Pentecost, Gospel, Missions  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

2 Corinthians 7:1,

Contributed by Tim Adams on Dec 1, 2009

2 Corinthians 7:1,“Let us cleanse ourselves” - that means we would do a good job if we were just as fond of straightening our own selves out as we are to find the faults of others. It is God’s Holy Spirit that will do the work but we must enter in to an active cooperation with God on this matter. ...read more

Tags: Sin Exposed

Denomination: Baptist

In The Film Shrek 2, Shrek And The Princess Are ...

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Feb 10, 2006

In the film Shrek 2, Shrek and the princess are married and they have been summoned to see the King and the Queen. As their carriage arrives in the kingdom of ‘Far, far away’ people begin to follow. At last, it is the long awaited return of the beautiful princess, and as the carriage enters the ...read more

Tags: God The Father

Denomination: Anglican

Francois Fenelon Was The Court Preacher For King ...  PRO

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 27, 2002

Francois Fenelon was the court preacher for King Louis XIV of France in the 17th century. One Sunday when the king and his attendants arrived at the chapel for the regular service, no one else was there but the preacher. King Louis demanded, "What does this mean?" Fenelon replied, "I had published ...read more

Tags: Church Practices, Faith Vs. Works, Worship Definition

Denomination: Mennonite

There Is An Old Legend Of A Benevelent King Who ...  PRO

Contributed by John Miller on Nov 20, 2002

There is an old legend of a benevelent king who had his men place a great heavy stone on a certain roadway over which all his subjects would have to travel. He then hid himself to see who would try to remove the stone. No one stoopped to try to remove the stone but all worked their way around ...read more

Tags: Parable General, Parable Treasure

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Persian King Was Lifted Out Of A Life Of ...  PRO

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Dec 28, 2002

A Persian king was lifted out of a life of poverty and deposited into the luxury of the royal throne. After he became the king, he sent some servants to the old shack that he once lived in. The place of his birth and rearing. The servants were instructed to gather every relic of that part of his ...read more

Tags: Humility

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Famous King, Depressed By Circumstances In His ...  PRO

Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 25, 2003

A famous king, depressed by circumstances in his realm and feeling rejected by many of his subjects, called for his three daughters to comfort and reassure him. After they had talked awhile, he asked how much they loved him. Two of them answered that they cared for him more than all the gold and ...read more

Tags: Christian Love

Denomination: Baptist

In Interview, Stephen King, Horror Author, Was ...  PRO

Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Oct 20, 2003

In interview, Stephen King, horror author, was asked about daily writing routine. Said only wrote in morning. When asked if ever wrote at night, replied, "Are you kidding? Not with the ...read more

Tags: Character

Denomination: Methodist

In The Eleventh Century, King Henry Iii Of ...  PRO

Contributed by James Dunn on Feb 1, 2002

In the eleventh century, King Henry III of Bavaria grew tired of court life and the pressures of being a monarch. He made application to Prior Richard at a local monastery, asking to be accepted as a contemplative and spend the rest of his life in the monastery. "Your Majesty," said Prior Richard, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:24

Tags: Faith

Denomination: Baptist

Remember The Story Of The King That Had A Great ...  PRO

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 1, 2002

Remember the story of the King that had a great feast, he would provide all the meat, vegetables, the fruits, and the desserts. Each servant was to bring the best wine, one quart, and pour it into a 500 gallon wine vat. A little servant thought my quart can’t matter that much in 500 gallons. So he ...read more

Tags: Church Body Of Christ

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Certain Persian King Was Elevated From A ...  PRO

Contributed by Bruce Howell on May 16, 2001

A certain Persian king was elevated from a poverty-stricken home to the glory of a royal throne. After he became king he sent his servants to the old shack where he was reared, with orders to gather every relic of those days. They brought fragments of his home: many broken toys, his patched ...read more

Tags: Emotions, Joy, Humility

Denomination: Wesleyan

Suppose There Was A King Who Loved A Humble ...  PRO

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 25, 2001

Suppose there was a king who loved a humble maiden. The king was like no other king. Every statesmen trembled before his power. No one dared breathe a word against him, for he had the strength to crush all his opponents. And yet this mighty king was melted by love for a humble maiden. How could ...read more

Tags: Forgiveness In Jesus, Christmas, Humanity Of Christ

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Prussian King Frederick The Great Was Once ...  PRO

Contributed by Sermon Central on Sep 28, 2001

Prussian king Frederick the Great was once touring a Berlin prison. The prisoners fell on their knees before him to proclaim their innocence-except for one man, who remained silent. Frederick called to him, "Why are you here?" "Armed robbery, Your Majesty," was the reply. "And are you guilty?" ...read more

A Sunday School Class Was Discussing King ...  PRO

Contributed by Kelly Hudnall on Dec 12, 2001

A Sunday school class was discussing King Solomon. People pointed out that though Solomon had been so wise, he made some foolish choices. Finally, the teacher asked, "Are we picking too much on Solomon?" One ...read more

Tags: Marriage Obligations, Ot Kings, Christian Love

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Movie King Arthur Retells The Legend Of The ...  PRO

Contributed by David Ward on Jun 11, 2005

The movie King Arthur retells the legend of the great warrior king who ruled England in the dark ages. Arthur (Clive Owen) is a Christian of Roman origin, but his knights are all pagans who were forced into service at a young age. Arthur has won over their allegiance by his selfless leadership, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

Tags: Faith General

Denomination: Baptist