Sermons on 1 Samuel 1 Ch V 27:

Dry As Dust (Lesson 1 In Revival Series) Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jan 24, 2008

The world is looking for God! But many of God’s chosen are asleep in their pews. For revival to come to this land, it must start with God’s people. (II Chr. 7:14)

I. GODS VISUAL AID OF REVIVAL A. Ezekiel is a man confronted with a congregation of God’s people who are discouraged, displaced and spiritually dead. When circumstances are bleakest, ground is fertile for revival. God took Ezekiel to the top of a mount and gave him a demonstration of his power ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jonah 1: Responding To God’s Greatness Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Feb 12, 2008

The book of Jonah is about responding to God’s greatness and grace. Throughout the book, the wind, waves, fish, sailors, and Ninevites all respond rightly to God. Only Jonah disobeys. This is the introductory sermon to a four-part series. It answers the

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Resolution Number 1: Live Free In Christ

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 18, 2008

The first of a four part series entitled, ‘Four Resolutions for 2008’

For this sermon series there is a temporary change in the public reading of scripture. I am appreciative of our worship leaders who read the main sermon text each week. (Even when they have those hard to pronounce Old Testament words in them!) (Slide 1) The reason for this change is that we are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-26

Denomination: Church Of God

The Splendor And The Suffering! (Matthew 17:1-9)

Contributed by David Smith on Feb 20, 2008

There is much about God and about Jesus Himself that I do not understand, but perhaps that’s because there’s a lot I’m not expected to understand and don’t need to understan...

Welcome once again to Transfiguration Sunday. We remember the transfiguration every year at about this time, though frankly it snuck up on me this year, otherwise I probably would have flicked this week’s sermon over to one of my esteemed colleagues. Indeed, up till yesterday I thought we were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Spotting Godly Men (Part 1: Humility) Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008

God makes us humble to exalt us like Jesus.

Scripture Introduction Three weeks ago, we explored in 1Peter 5 the heart of the job description of church elders. They are “shepherds,” looking out and caring for us through love, prayer, compassion and concern. We also learned they are “overseers,” a work which must be done without domineering, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Not All Who See, See (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 1, 2008

God’s work cannot be seen by those who are proud of their spiritual sight.

Scripture Introduction Jesus’ miracles are “parabolic sermons” — they teach by acting out truth. This is especially the case with the seven “signs” John records, the sixth of which we study this morning, a miracle demonstrating the process of salvation. God enters the world, but the world in its ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Shaken Faith Or Sure Faith? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Elijah Stepp on Apr 5, 2008

If we feel like the Author in Psalm 73:1-16 we should ask ourselves the question, do I have a shaken faith or sure faith?

Greetings – Thankful to be here Our text this evening is Psalm 73:1-16 Illustration: Proverbs from Fourth Graders A 4th grade teacher collected well-known proverbs. She gave each child in the class the first half of the proverb, and asked them to come up with the rest. Here is what they came up ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Better Understand The Bible (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Will Langford on Jul 16, 2008

The sermon provides believers insight on how they can better understand the Bible.

Understanding What You Read Part I Psalm 119 You know…THE BIBLE IS AN AMAZING BOOK Most people who are believers would tell you that the Bible is a remarkable book. But the Bible is not only an Amazing and Remarkable Book. • According to Hebrews 4:12- it is a living and powerful book. • The word ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:18-73

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Loved With An Everlasting Love, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 9, 2008

God’s love for us is so awesome, unending, unrelenting, so refreshing, how long has it been since you have seen him?

You are loved with an everlasting love… Part 1 Text: Jer. 31:1-3 Introduction: 1. Most of us have our love tanks running on empty. I do not mean the sensuous, giddy, boyfriend, girlfriend love stuff. 2. Too many Christians are dealing with fears. Why? Because our love for our ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:1-3

Denomination: Mennonite

The Partial Kingdom 1 - Land Of Hope And Glory Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 22, 2007

God’s promise seems to have failed, but Moses is called to remind his people that he is God and he will save them and give them the land he promised to Abraham. God can be trusted.

Can you trust God’s promises? What do you do when nothing seems to come of what you thought God had said he’d do? What if you find yourself in a place that’s the exact opposite of what you were expecting? What if God has promised that he’ll look after you, that he’ll bless you and yet you feel like ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

The Prophesied Kingdom 1 - Divided We Fall Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 22, 2007

God’s people Israel failed to keep God’s covenant, to obey him. As a result they were sent into exile for a short time to bring them to repentance, and then God brought them back again because he wasn’t finished with them yet.

How many of you are old enough to remember the music of the 50s and 60s. Do you remember how popular music changed from Doris Day and Perry Como to Elvis, Col Joye, the Beatles and the Rolling Stones? But at the same time did you notice that although the music changed, the themes were fairly ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

One On One With Jesus In Mark Part 1 Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 27, 2007

Let’s open up the world of Mark and walk in to see the one he’s proclaiming! Jesus will surprise us if we honestly look at him and listen to him.

Present Mark 1-3 dramatically, by memory if possible. First Encounter with Jesus I’ve been spending time with the Lord in Mark’s gospel this week and I can’t wait to tell you what he has shown me. But let me warn you up front, it hasn’t been easy. We’ve been in a hurry. I’ve never seen such ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Supernatural Breakthrough #1: Redigging The Wells Of Prayer Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 2, 2007

If we want to see the same power – signs, wonders, healings and miracles – as the church in the book of Acts, then we must have the same priority of prayer as they did.

SUPERNATURAL BREAKTHROUGH #1: REDIGGING THE WELLS OF PRAYER OPENING TEXT: “And Isaac dug again the wells of water which they had dug in the days of Abraham his father, for the Philistines had stopped them up after the death of Abraham. He called them by the names which his father had called ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:17

Denomination: *other

Test 5: The Wisdom Test, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 2, 2007

There are two types of wisdom—man’s wisdom and the kind of wisdom that only comes from God. The kind of true wisdom that only comes from God is evidence of real faith.

1. Introduction (13) 2. Roots of test-failing wisdom (14) 3. Attributes of test-failing wisdom (15) 4. Fruits of test-failing wisdom (16) JAMES 3:13 Have you ever flown on one of those little puddle-jumper airplanes? I have and let me tell you, they’re not very much fun. If you’re in one of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Horoscope Of Jesus (Matthew 2:1-12)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 2, 2007

What must Mary have thought when she first opened the door and found a group of Iranian astrologers, there to celebrate the birth of her son?.

The Xmas season is over! We’ve wished each other a Merry Xmas AND a Happy New Year, and now the festive season is PAST. The holidays (for most of us) are over. The time for singing carols and wishing peace and goodwill to all is finished. The presents have been handed out. The cards have all been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican