Sermons on 2 Sam 1940:

Straight Outta Context: Philippians 4:13 Series

Contributed by Paul Basehore on Sep 16, 2015

Philippians 4:13 does not say that we can literally do anything. What it does say, though, is that a super-powered God will willingly and repeatedly share His strength with us when things get difficult.

Superheroes are a multi-million dollar enterprise. Superhero movies have more than 13 billion dollars in revenue since 1978 -- and that’s just the movies. Comic book sales in 2015 alone have reached 334 million dollars -- and the year’s not even done yet! In addition, the numbers I just ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Philippians 4:10-14, James 1:2, Philippians 4:4-8, Matthew 6:25-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Delegating: Can You Let Go? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 16, 2015

When leaders try to do it all, they will fail and they will burn out. Jethro offers a solution for Mr. and Mrs. Do It All!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We are in the 3rd message in our series of messages entitled, LEARNING TO LEAD. • We are all or at some point we will all be leaders of some sort. • When we are faced with being in situations that call us to lead, it would behoove us to know what we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:13-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Texting Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Oct 26, 2015

The message Jesus committed to his disciples never changes, though the method of communication must always be subject to change.

The world's first text message was sent from a computer to a cellphone by British engineer, Neil Papworth. As reported by CTV News, Papworth sent the text message to his boss on December 03, 1992. It read: "Merry Christmas" and this single text message revolutionized the way we communicate. Since ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Game Of Thrones- Israel’s Experience With Human Kings” Series

Contributed by Rev. Clarence Eisberg on Oct 27, 2015

King Saul has been consumed by jealousy over David’s popularity. This jealousy turned to hatred fueling his desire to kill David. Jonathan had to choose loyalty to his Father, or his best friend David.

The Game of Thrones- Israel’s Experience with Human Kings” “A House Divided” In the darkest hours of the Civil War President Abraham Lincoln quoted Jesus when he said: “A house divided cannot stand.” This morning we are returning to our series of messages ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

A Mother's Parting Words To Her Soldier Boy

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 12, 2013

A sermon based on a tract given to Confederate Soldiers preached for Veteran's Day (The full and unabridged edition of this tract is at: http://ia700400.us.archive.org/1/items/motherspartingwo00broc/motherspartingwo00broc.pdf)

HoHum: As a group of soldiers stood in formation at an Army Base, the Drill Sergeant said, "All right! All you idiots fall out." As the rest of the squad wandered away, one soldier remained at attention. The Drill Instructor walked over until he was eye-to-eye with him, and then raised a single ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fearing Fear

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 14, 2013

If we are so afraid of people that we stop following the Lord, we do not trust Him. It shows that we have doubted His plan, His power, and His promises.

Opening illustration: Mrs. Ima Terror chased her husband through the crowds at the zoo, waving her umbrella and unleashing insults like invisible missiles. Her perspiring and winded husband, seeing that the lock on the lion’s cage had not quite closed, yanked it open, jumped into the cage, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Did These Storms Come From? Mark 4: 35-41

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 21, 2013

Where do the storms that we face come from? What causes the rough seas and howling winds to blow through our lives? Why are we so fearful, so afraid when they come?

Billy Graham once said. “The storm was raging. The sea was beating against the rocks in huge, dashing waves. The lightning was flashing, the thunder was roaring, the wind was blowing; but the little bird was sound asleep in the crevice of the rock, its head tucked serenely under its wing. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Second Sunday Of Advent Series

Contributed by R Daniel Carlson on Dec 19, 2013

John's message of repentance is still as true for us today as it was 2000 years ago!

Grace, mercy and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. We have entered into a time when rational thinking, reasonableness, honesty, truth, and even humility is considered substandard; considered to be the enemy of progressiveness, seen as distasteful even. We live in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Anticipation

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Dec 20, 2013

Simeon lived his life in anticipation of the coming Messiah. At Christmas, we are reminded that we should live a life of anticipation of an eternity with Jesus when He comes the second time.

Anticipation Luke 2: 25-35 . My name is Simeon, and I have lived my life in anticipation. I would like to share my story with you this morning. . I am Jewish, a descendant of Israel. A citizen of the nation of Israel. . What that means is that my forefathers were called out by God to be a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

Blood Of Abel Vs Blood Of Christ

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 29, 2013

To show the importance of CHRIST's blood in our forgiveness and redemption and this is forever.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you thank the FATHER GOD because of CHRIST JESUS's blood? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the importance of CHRIST's blood in our forgiveness and redemption and this is forever. IV. TEXT: Genesis 4:10 (Amplified Bible) 4:10 And [the Lord] said, What ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bad Stuff Happens Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 11, 2011

The Devil is a liar and how "Christians" spread the lies and half truths that lead other to dismiss Christians.

Bad Stuff Happens Today we are adding another foundation stone to Christian basics. For several weeks we looked at how many Christians and Christian churches exhibit Atheistic tendencies. Some of you may be relieved that we have moves on to another topic this morning. I am afraid that you ...read more

Scripture: John 8:44

Denomination: Congregational

Independence Day

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 11, 2011

Celebrating the the prize of independence and freedom before the reality is in hand.

Independence Day This weekend many people are celebrating Independence Day in a variety of ways. Many have taken extra time off from work and are traveling. Some are taking a special opportunity to visit family. Others just stay home and perhaps watch the John Wayne marathon on TV. There is a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-18

Denomination: Congregational

To Every Thing There Is A Season Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011

To everything there is a season and a purpose under Heaven. God loved each of us before the world was created. He knows us by name. God will always guide and direct us through all the seasons of life.

Every time I hear the word “season” I think of the song “Turn, Turn, Turn.” It was recorded by Pete Seeger and the Byrds in 1965. The majority of people who heard and liked this song had no idea it was based on the words found in the 3rd chapter of Ecclesiastes, all except ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, Ecclesiastes 3:1

Denomination: Christian Church

Yield Not To Temptation

Contributed by Tom Tarpley on Mar 11, 2011

God gives us the power to resist temptation

Matthew 4:1-11 A mother walked into the kitchen one day and interrupted her 3 year old, who was on top of a chair eating cookies. When she asked what he was doing, the toddler explained: “Mom, I just climbed up here to smell them but my tooth got caught. When we give in to temptation we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: *other

Sealed

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Mar 15, 2011

God’s Spirit seals us in Christ to serve the will of God and to bring others into the fold

INTRO: I would like start out today’s message just a bit differently by jumping right into the text. So, how about we open our Bible’s and read again the Epistle for the day — Ephesians 1:3-14. READ EPHESIANS 1:2-14. This morning we’re going to focus on verses 11-14. Specifically, we’re ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Lutheran