Sermons on Abraham:

Forgetting What's Behind. Straining For What's Ahead.

Contributed by Quintin Marrow on Apr 3, 2001

Forsaking all past achievements and human advantages, St. Paul strains ahead to be found in Christ; this striving is by faith, and results in an imputed righteousness from God, a sharing in the sufferings of Christ, Christlikeness and participation in the resurrection of the dead.

“Forgetting what’s behind. Straining for what’s ahead.” April 1, 2001 The Rev’d Quintin Marrow St. Anne’s Episcopal Church Oceanside, California The Text: Phil. 3:8-14 In sixteenth-century France, the start of the new year was observed on April first. It was celebrated ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-14, Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Voices By The River

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Dec 8, 2000

John the Baptist was the forerunner of the Messiah appearing at the River Jordan where crowds gathered to hear the Voice of the Prophet announcing Jesus as the Lamb of God and the Voice of God confirming him as his beloved Son

VOICES BY THE RIVER JORDAN Quite frequently we read in the papers of sightings of unidentified flying objects - UFOs. Quite probably they don’t exist, but just suppose they did. What would those people from outer space make of planet Earth? Well, for sure, they would think it was very noisy. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:3-22

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 5, 2003

Sermon 2 0f 5. Written and Preached by Steve Higgs of MCC. "What are some of the thoughts and images that come to your mind when you think about the word kingdom?"

Living In The Kingdom What are some of the thoughts and images that come to your mind when you think about the word kingdom? Some of you maybe struggle with the controlling side of life and you immediately think, “Well…. every kingdom needs a king and why not me?” You imagine yourself sitting on a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Closer Than You Think

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Aug 30, 2003

I endeavor to explain the "7000 year" plan for human history. Starting with eternity before creation, ending with eternity after the millennium. Focusing on the importance of spiritual readiness.

August 31, 2003 Title: It’s Closer Than You Think! Text: Blow the trumpet in Zion; sound the alarm on my holy hill. Let all who live in the land tremble, for the day of the LORD is coming. It is close at hand-- Joel 2:1 (NIV) Introduction 1. This morning, I would plan an ambitious ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36, Joel 2:1

Denomination: Nazarene

We Have Someone To Talk About Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 18, 2003

We must courageously speak about Jesus.

WE HAVE SOMEONE TO TALK ABOUT Acts 3:11-26 S: Courage Th: Walk with Spiritual Courage Pr: WE MUST COURAGEOUSLY SPEAK ABOUT JESUS. ?: Why? KW: Facts TS: We will find in our study of Acts 3:11-26 three facts that show why we must courageously speak about Jesus. The _____ fact is… I. HE WAS ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-26

Denomination: Baptist

Just Because You Failed Dosen't Mean You Are A Failure

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Sep 22, 2003

Peter failed Christ but he was not a failure. Christ still used Peter to do grate things for His church.

If I were to ask, "Name a great baseball player," Who would you name? You might say Reggie Jackson, Pete Rose, Hank Aaron, or you might say Babe Ruth. Most of know Babe Ruth as the guy who hit 714 home runs, the home run king. For many years Babe Ruth held the record until Hank Aaron broke it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-72

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming An Authentic Christian

Contributed by Ponce Brown on Oct 5, 2001

Encouraging Christian committment

Becoming An Authentic Christian “Growing together towards Christian maturity…” Matthew 3: 1-12 1 In those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judaea, 2 And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. 3 For this is he that was spoken of by the prophet Esaias, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Signed, Sealed And Delivered

Contributed by John Stevenson on Oct 18, 2000

So Moses took the blood and sprinkled it on the people and said, "Behold the blood of the covenant, which the Lord has made with you in accordance with all these words.

So Moses took the blood and sprinkled it on the people and said, "Behold the blood of the covenant, which the Lord has made with you in accordance with all these words. (Exodus 24:8). I have been involved in quite a few contracts in my day. As a husband, I entered into a marital contract in the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-15, Hebrews 9:15-28

The Precious Gift Of Freedom

Contributed by Don Carpenter on Nov 5, 2000

If you study the character of mankind over the centuries, you will find that there is one passion that transcends all languages, cultures, and barriers. Man has an in born desire and drive to be free

The Precious Gift Of Freedom John 8:31-36 31 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; 32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. 33 They answered him, We be Abraham’s seed, and were never in bondage to ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Baptist

A Second Chance Series

Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Nov 30, 2004

This fourth sermon in this series is about how God choses to use us inspite of our failures.

MOSES: FROM DOUBT TO DELIVERANCE A SECOND CHANCE Sunday October 6, 2002 Scripture Reference: Exodus 3:1-10 Intro. A. God Prefers Failures. 1. Did you know that? That God prefers failures? I know that it sounds strange and it goes against everything our society teaches us but it is true ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Real Independence

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jul 29, 2006

Message regarding how to have spiritual independence. Given on the Sunday before Independence Day 2006.

Real Independence John 8:31-36 July 2, 2006 Introduction Well, in case you’re not aware of it, the 4th of July, Independence Day is on Tuesday. My guess is that all of you are aware of it, and if you have kids, they’ve made you aware of it, if for no other reason than the fact that they feel ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Wesleyan

Growing In Faith To Pray Series

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 15, 2007

How to overcome the common struggles to pray.

Growing in Faith to Pray Making the Impossible a Reality – Part 1 Deuteronomy 7:6-14 ILLUSTRATION. PRAYERS FOR RAIN There had been a severe drought, and the members of a rural congregation were deeply concerned that their crops would be ruined. One Sunday, therefore, the minister said to his ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

Possessing The Land - Part 4: Remember Your Roots Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Nov 1, 2007

Part 4 of a series about God moving Christians into a deeper experience of Himself.

Possessing the Land - Part 4 Remember Your Roots - Read: Joshua 5:10-12 1. Introduction The children of Israel crossed the Jordan in full view of the enemy stronghold of Jericho, which lies in the great open plain (3:16). From this city, especially from the vantage point of its walls, the whole ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

God Is A Good God And He Wants To Do Good To Us

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 3, 2008

GOD 1.HAS GOOD PLANS FOR US 2.WILL BLESS US AND OUR CHILDREN 3.WILL FULFILL THE DESIRES OF OUR HEART 4.WILL MEET OUR NEEDS 5.WILL FIGHT OUR BATTLES 6.HAD BEEN FAITHFUL TO OUR FATHERS 7.WANTS US TO BE STEADFAST IN OUR FAITH

GOD IS A GOOD GOD AND HE WANTS TO DO GOOD TO US ********************************************************** OUTLINE 1. GOD HAS GOOD PLANS FOR US 2. GOD WILL BLESS US AND OUR CHILDREN 3. GOD WILL FULFILL THE DESIRES OF OUR HEART 4. GOD WILL MEET OUR NEEDS ACCORDING TO HIS RICHES 5. GOD WILL ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Pledge And The Journey Of Faith Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jul 25, 2007

LOOKS AT THE LIFE OF ABRAM AND THE PLEDGE MADE AND HIS JOURNEY OF FAITH. ENCOURAGING CHRISTIANS TO RESTART AND CONTINUE IN THE JOURNEY OF FAITH.

Gen 11: 27 – 12:9. The PLEDGE ‘the journey of faith’ Recap: The Big picture of the last two weeks: we have looked at the God of Creation and what went wrong, humanity lost a perfect relationship with GOD and a perfect world to rule under God as sin came into the world. And from that moment in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist