Sermons on 2000 Pigs Died:

The Victory Of The Crucified King

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 25, 2022

Pearl Harbor (December 7, 1941), the assassination of President Kennedy (November 22, 1963), and the terrorist act upon America (September 11, 2001) are all considered "infamous" days. The true "day of infamy" was 2000 years ago, when we attempted to kill God Incarnate.

The central theme of the Gospel is that the Lord Jesus was placed upon the cross for the redemption of our sins. It was an act of mercy, love, grace, and salvation that we did not deserve (Romans 5:6-11). It was also the day that rebellious humanity shook its fist at God Almighty, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-18, Luke 23:21-23, 1 Corinthians 1:18, 1 Corinthians 1:23-24, 1 Corinthians 2:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Memorial Day - A Day To Remember

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 25, 2023

This message is in honor of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in an on-going spiritual war to free us from sin and to those who died in wars to maintain the freedom of this country - the United States of America.

Memorial Day – A Day to Remember Scriptures: John 15:13; Mark 10:45; Acts 6:8-10 The title of my message is “Memorial Day – A Day to Remember.” This morning I want to share with you why we should take a moment and reflect on why we celebrate Memorial Day – the day we remember those who gave the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13, Mark 10:45, Acts 6:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get Ready For That Day Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Dec 30, 2004

IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS (Part 1) As certainly as Jesus came the first time let there be no doubt HE WILL COME AGAIN! The same scriptures which told of His birth also boldly proclaim His Second Coming. Jesus’ first coming some 2,000

INTRODUCTION: Thanksgiving has come and gone. In case you haven’t noticed “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas.” Of course I think it’s been that way for a long time at the mall; retailers give a whole new meaning to “Christmas in July.” The stores have been ready for Christmas for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Great Blessing Of Not Having Jesus With Us

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 6, 2013

We think how blessed it would have been to walk and talk with Jesus2,000 years ago. Jesus told his disciples that it would be better for him to go away than to stay. This message explores why it is a greater blessing to not have Jesus with us today. Th

THE GREAT BLESSING OF NOT HAVING JESUS WITH US John 16:5-8 Dorn Ridge & York Manor June 24, 2012 INTRODUCTION: 1.) If you had the privilege of choosing what period of time you could live in, would you consider it a greater privilege to be alive now and in your present time, or when Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Truth Of Christmas

Contributed by Bret Bone on Dec 27, 2012

It’ true…Christmas is a very special time of year. Statistics show that more people meet together during this holiday than any other holiday throughout the year. And I think there is a reason that this is true…Over 2000 years ago God gave the world the

Video Why Do We Celebrate Christmas Slide #1 Welcome to Vista Pointe We are so glad that you chose to be with us this evening for this very special service. It’ true…Christmas is a very special time of year. Statistics show that more people meet together during this holiday than any ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Silent Night

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 16, 2015

On a silent night nearly 2000 years ago the cry of a newborn baby ushered in a new beginning for mankind. A saviour had arrived one who would set us free for all eternity. His cry is the one the whole world longs for but finds so very difficult to hear.

Silent Night Matthew 1:18-2:12 Who is this Jesus and why has He come in this way? Why did God use this Jewish couple to reveal the Messiah to the world? If God wanted to save the world from sin why didn’t He make it big news? Why reveal His plan in such an ordinary understated ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 24:17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sharing The Journey

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 9, 2001

Funeral message for Mr. David Broadnax, a Broadway actor and filmmaker, who died in Spain. He was the brother of one of our members, who requested that we do the funeral.

I desire, as I have for many years, to come to you when I go to Spain. For I do hope to see you on my journey and to be sent on by you, once I have enjoyed your company for a little while. Our lives are journeys, with a beginning and a destination. Many roads can be used to take those journeys. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Know This Jesus?

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Aug 18, 2002

Do you know this man who died on a cross, so that you may live forever? Do we realize the Gift that is offered to us by His unselfish act?

Do you know this Jesus? HHM Pastor Jim Parisi 8-18-02 John 4:7-15 7 A woman of Samaria came to draw water. Jesus said to her, "Give Me a drink." 8 For His disciples had gone away into the city to buy food. 9 Then the woman of Samaria said to Him, "How is it that You, being a Jew, ask a ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Eulogy Valencia Nicholson

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 10, 2004

Funeral service for a young woman who died unexpectedly. She had been very involved in the church earlier in her life but had drifted from the church as of late.

Valencia Nicholson Simmons In the year of 1959 , America and Russia had its eyes focused toward the heavens in that the Russians had launched Sputnik into space two years earlier and the Americans were far behind in the space race. Meanwhile in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rules Of Engagement

Contributed by James May on Apr 6, 2005

We are in a spiritual war right now. Joshua’s words to Israel just before he died will give us the basic "Rules of Engagement" for winning this war with the devil.

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT By Pastor Jim May Joshua 23:2-13 The Old Testament contains examples and stories that have a very real meaning to life right now. I have heard a number of people say that they don’t like to read the Old Testament or that it simply confuses them. I find those ancient texts ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:2-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Dean Meadows on May 21, 2005

This is a Memorial Day sermon that is linked to the greatest soldier who ever died and defeated the greatest enemy we ever will face and how to remember Him with the Lord’s Supper.

The Lords Supper 1 Corinthians 11:23-28 Meals are special. And I’m sure all of us have a favorite meal that we like and get served our birthdays and such. But there is no other meal more special than the one in which we are getting ready to partake in the Lord’s Supper. Some call it the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: *other

Hope

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jul 16, 2006

The disciples who followed Jesus in the day of his flesh had some wonderful advantages. However, when Jesus died on the cross every shred of hope they had was gone.

Mark 16:9-11 9 Now when Jesus was risen early the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom he had cast seven devils. 10 And she went and told them that had been with him, as they mourned and wept. 11 And they, when they had heard that he was alive, and had been seen ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did Jesus Have To Die?

Contributed by Richard Gaston on Mar 29, 2008

This sermon explains why only Jesus could have paid the price for us and why He just could’nt have died any old way or time.

Why did Jesus have to die? John 3:16 - 17 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 17 For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Was Just A Little Mistake - That Ain't Right Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 24, 2005

A young prophet dies because he broke his fast... but he was lied to! He was deceived! Why should he pay such a harsh price for such a little mistake?

OPEN: As raw recruits were preparing for their first jump from a C130 aircraft at 1200 ft., the sergeant explained what to do if the main parachute didn’t open: “Snap back immediately into a tight body position,” he said. “Then pull the rip cord of your reserve chute and it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 13:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Enoch: A Faith That Sustains.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 28, 2005

One of the most interesting characters you find in the Word of God is a man by the name of Enoch. Interesting in many ways; for he was born before the flood but never died in the flood.

Fabulous faith #02 Enoch: a faith that sustains. Hebrews 11:5 10/30/05 One of the most interesting characters you find in the Word of God is a man by the name of Enoch. Interesting in many ways; for he was born before the flood but never died in the flood. As a matter of fact, he has never died ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:5

Denomination: Baptist