Sermons on Abimelechs Tyranny:

Freedom – Free To Be Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 16, 2006

This message intorduces a series of messages on freedom with these important turthes: [1] Freedom is not Free -- [2] Free to be an Authentic Disciple -- [3] Free to be Acquainted Intimately with the Truth -- [4] Free to be Free

FREEDOM – Free to Be • John 8:31-32 (NIV) [31] To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. [32] Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." INTRODUCTION: On August 28, 1963 Dr. Martin Luther King stood on the steps ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Craig Simonian on Aug 27, 2001

This sermons focuses on the meaning and application of the Kingdom of God.

The Kingdom of God August 26, 2001 I remember noticing, while reading the Bible one day back in college, that Jesus was also preaching about the Kingdom of God. I had been a believer for about a year and had never heard it mentioned in any sermon or at any conference… and had no idea what it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-36, Matthew 1:14

Comfort In The Midst Of Confusion

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 15, 2003

We can depend on God.

COMFORT IN THE MIDST OF CONFUSION Isaiah 40:1-11 S: Palm Sunday Th: God’s Presence brings comfort Pr: WE CAN DEPEND ON GOD. ?: Why? KW: Reasons TS: We will find in our study of Isaiah 40:1-11 four reasons why we can depend on God. The _____ reason we can depend on God is… I. PARDON (1-2) II. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus On Current Events Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Apr 28, 2003

Jesus pleads to give you a second chance. He wants permission to dig up your roots and fertilize the soil of your heart. Are you willing?

Jesus on Current Events, Tragedies, and Evil Dictators Luke 13:1-9 Pastor Jim Luthy Did you hear about the Marine who declared he is a conscientious objector to the war in Iraq and went AWOL? He went to a press conference and said he did not believe in “peace through violence” and went on to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, Romans 2:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Redemptive Role Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 13, 2003

I feel very strongly that the commencement of Celebrating our Cultural and Spiritual Heritage as African descendants must begin with a recognition and appreciation of the Role of the Holy Spirit in our Redemptive History. For He was and is and is yet to p

“God of our weary years, God of our silent tears, Thou who hast brought us thus far on the way; Thou who hast by Thy might, led us into the light, Keep us forever in the path, we pray. Lest our feet stray from the places, our God, where we met Thee, Lest our hearts, drunk with the wine of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:19

Denomination: Baptist

A Pilgrim's Heart

Contributed by James May on Dec 1, 2002

We must have the same characteristics as a pilgrim that Abraham had if we are going to finally find that city that God has built for us.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Gift Ready To Be Recieved Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

I’d like to suggest tonight that the all-time best gift that has ever been given is Jesus Christ. And, once you open this gift, you will never want to return it, and you will never be the same!

A Gift Ready to Be Received A little girl is sitting on her grandpa’s lap rattling off her long Christmas list. The grandfather recognized that this was “a teachable moment,” and so he said, “Honey, it’s more blessed to give than it is to receive.” To which the granddaughter replied, “I know ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Judas Missed

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 2, 2003

This is an Easter Sermon looking at what Judas missed by killing himself before the resurrection.

(I began this message with a Video Clip from Jesus Christ Superstar, the scene where Judas returns to the high priest and then hangs himself.) Each year since 1970 at Madam Tussaud’s Wax Museum in London England thousands of international visitors are asked to name which person, past or present, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Getting A Grip On Greed Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Jul 24, 2005

The tenth commandment is different because it addresses attitude. The first nine commandments apply to actions. This one simply says, “Do not covet anything that belongs to your neighbor.” The sins of action are obvious. This sin of attitude is hidden, kn

GETTING A GRIP ON GREED Exodus 20:17 Newscaster Paul Harvey tells how an Eskimo kills a wolf. The grisly account offers insight into the destructive, devouring, nature of desire without discipline: The Eskimo coats his knife blade with animal blood and allows it to freeze. He then adds layer ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

What We Forget About Christmas Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 6, 2004

We all know the story but what is it we forget about Christmas?

Christmas, it’s probably the most celebrated holiday in the world. If you were to stop your average man on the street and ask him about Christmas, I’d be willing to bet that you would hear all of the essential ingredients of the Yule time. The virgin birth, Mary and Josephs trip to Bethlehem, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus Delivers Us From Our Bondage In Sin Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 30, 2008

We are slaves to our sin nature but Jesus and what He did on the Cross of Calvary offers us freedom and deliverance from that bondage.

Sermon Brief Date Written: June 19, 2008 Date last preached: June 22, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Journey Thru Hebrews! Sermon Title: Jesus Delivers us from Our Sin Bondage Sermon Text: Hebrews 1:1-3 plus Read Passages here 14 Inasmuch then as the children ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Church Fires Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 3, 2011

Even in Paul's day getting along with fellow Christians was difficult.

“Between the Lines: Dealing with Church Fires” Romans 14:1-15:7 Max Lucado has related A PARABLE. “Every sailor could agree on one fact. Had it not been for the captain, they would never have survived. The storm came suddenly. In a matter of moments hulls were broken, decks were ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Life, Liberty And The Pursuit Of Happiness (Independence Day)

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 22, 2009

A 4th of July sermon focusing on the "inalienable rights" of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness endowed by our Creator. PowerPoint is avaible if you e-mail me.

Note: This message was adapted from another sermon on SermonCentral, but I can’t remember who contributed it. Sorry. LIFE, LIBERTY AND THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS Scott R. Bayles, pastor First Christian Church, Rosiclare, Illinois In 1776, fifty men signed a document hand-written by Thomas ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Christian Church

Are You More Loving Series

Contributed by Thomas Gaskill on Jun 6, 2011

Highlights growth in love for God, other Christians, the lost, and your family.

How's Your Spiritual Health? Sermon three: Are You More Loving? This sermon series is based on the book entitled 10 Questions to Diagnose Your Spiritual Health by Donald Whitney Prepared by Thomas A. Gaskill for June 5, 2011 How's your spiritual health: Do you thirst for God? Has your thirst ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Comes: Justice Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 29, 2010

The reigning presence of God’s kingdom always brings justice which is not about someone (s) getting what they deserve … it’s about everyone getting what they need.

“WHEN JESUS COMES: JUSTICE” (Advent 2010, Week #1) Rev. 11:15-17 Sermon Objective: The reigning presence of God’s kingdom always brings justice which is not about someone (s) getting what they deserve … it’s about everyone getting what they need. Supporting Scripture: Psalm 58:1-2, Psalm 72; ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:15-17

Denomination: Nazarene