Sermons on Abruptness:

A Leader Is A Hero

Contributed by Noah Balcombe on Oct 26, 2004

A leader should be a hero. Best sermon on what a hero/leader is like.

A Leader Is A Hero HERO Def: 1 a : a mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability b : an illustrious warrior c : a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities d : one that shows great courage 2 a : the principal male character in a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Broken For Abundance

Contributed by Nancy Reese on Nov 26, 2004

The breaking is all a part of the process that God has for each of us and the only way to see the true abundance that God has for our lives is to allow him to break us , bless us , and multiply us - - - all for His glory!

The subject of my sermon this morning is, “BROKEN FOR ABUNDANCE” - - - - “BROKEN FOR ABUNDANCE” When the Lord gave me this subject “BROKEN FOR ABUNDANCE”, I thought to myself, “Lord, isn’t that a bit of a conflict in terms?” It was sounding to me like a type oxymoron phrase - - - kinda like ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:6-8

Denomination: Methodist

A Kind Of Love Nobody Should Desire Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Mar 7, 2013

The Bible is replete with warnings concerning greed, covetousness, and materialism. Money itself is not evil, but when a love for money is born in a person’s heart, there is no limit to how low a man can plunge.

A Kind of Love Nobody Should Desire Acts 19:21-41 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Have you ever been a part of a mob scene, or seen one? It’s not a pretty sight. 2. The apostle Paul had been teaching the Bible and preaching the gospel in Ephesus for two years. There had been ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:21-41

Denomination: Bible Church

Don't Judge A Book By Its Cover - Year B - Proper 18

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Sep 1, 2021

How do we react to others - are we quick to judge on appearance, and can we learn to be hearers and doers of the word?

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. It was a beautiful sunny Sunday morning, the congregation had just settled into their service and had begun to sing the first hymn, when their attention was disturbed by a young man who was aimlessly wandering down the aisle. He was unkempt, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-17, Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Anglican

T'was The Day After Christmas

Contributed by David Killingsworth on Dec 1, 2021

This is a sermon in rhyme, in the style of the poem "T'was the Night Before Christmas."

T'was the day after Christmas, and all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The stocking and trash had been flung without care; It looked like Hurricane Henri'd been there! The children, exhausted, were still in their beds, with visions of yesterday's gifts ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Sermon Series: There's Work To Do!!! Sermon 1 Strength In Numbers

Contributed by Hoggan Tevis on Nov 24, 2018

God is doing a new thing, don't compare it to the past! THIS IS A NEW DAY!!!

Scripture: Haggai 2:4 4 Yet now be strong, Zerubbabel,’ says the LORD; ‘and be strong, Joshua, son of Jehozadak, the high priest; and be strong, all you people of the land,’ says the LORD, ‘and work; for I am with you,’ says the LORD of hosts. (NKJV) Illustration: Searching for a vessel The ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:4

Denomination: Other

Unexpected Stop Series

Contributed by Kirby Lloyd on Dec 13, 2016

This destination leaves us wondering what in the world just happened…there is often a crisis that seems to put into a spiritual tailspin

Series: Destinations on the Journey of Faith Unexpected Stop Matthew 26:69–75 Intro: Leaving for a trip getting only a few miles and having a blowout… This destination leaves us wondering what in the world just happened…there is often a crisis that seems to put into a spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:69-75

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hezekiah, A Man Of Prayer

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 31, 2021

This is a sermon from a series I preached on prayer.

Title: “Hezekiah, a Man of Prayer” Scripture: IIKi.19:14-19 Type: Sermon Series on Prayer Where: GNBC 7-26-21 Intro: Barna research says slightly more than four out of five adults in the U.S. (84%) claim they had prayed in the past week. That has been the case since Barna began tracking the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 19:14-19, Isaiah 38:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Ended Silence With Silence

Contributed by Mark Wood on Feb 18, 2006

Dr. Wood used this sermon at Christmas show his listeners how God worked through the life of a doubting priest when He blessed him with his first son at an old age. Of course, this son was John the Baptist. Dr. Wood show what can happen at the feet of p

Introduction: The story is told of a small town in which there were no liquor stores. Eventually, however, a nightclub was built right on Main Street. Members of one of the churches in the area were so disturbed that they conducted several all night prayer meetings, and asked the Lord to burn down ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Church In Glory Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 26, 2006

This is the 3rd and final part of the series. The church has completed the eternal purpose of God and is now entered in glory for all eternity. Part #3

“The Church in Glory” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr The third phase of the metamorphosis of the church is the final phase in our series and that phase is “The Church in Glory”. We must remember that the church goes through three distinct phases. 1.) The Church in the mind of God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Apostolic

A Stone, A Veil And A Door

Contributed by James May on Oct 17, 2004

Jesus wants us to roll away the stone of doubts and fear, then he will tear the veil that keeps us separated from Him, and then He will give us an open door into eternal life.

A Stone, A Veil and A Door By Pastor Jim May The Stone: John 11:38-40, "Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it. Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It's Time For A Revolution (Part Ii) Series

Contributed by J. Martin on Apr 17, 2005

Today, we continue our study of the word revolution and we concentrate on its second meaning: “A sudden, radical, or complete change.” Though change is something that scares many people or simply makes them extremely uncomfortable, it is part of our nat

Last week we saw how the word revolution evokes thoughts of wars, conflicts and bloody struggles. But we also learned that a revolution is the action by a celestial body of going around in an orbit. Thus, we established it is time for a revolution in our lives because we have orbited too far ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Memories: Eternity Secured By Jesus Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 3, 2007

This is a funeral service for a deeply commited Christian man who imitated Jesus by serving his spouse and others. In John 14:1 Jesus promised to "take each beleiver home". He does not delegate this task. Death is an intruder into our world but it is no

In Jesus Holy Name Text: Psalm 23:1,4 John 14:1-3 September 29, 2007 “Memories: Eternity Secured by Jesus” In our liturgy for today we spoke the words of Jesus as recorded by the apostle John: “Jesus said, do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, trust also in me. In my ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran

Cold Water For A Thirsty Soul

Contributed by Kenneth Wooley on Jun 23, 2003

Working our way through Proverbs.

(20) "nitre" is like a soda which fizzes when combined with vinegar. Being a happy-go-lucky, bubbly personality around a person whose heart is heavy is as bad as stealing his jacket in cold weather or rubbing salt in his wounds. Only a fool sings songs to a broken heart. To do so is to imply that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Engaging The Enemy

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 8, 2013

Psalm 137 begins with heart-breaking pathos and ends with shocking hostility.

Psalm 137 begins with heart-breaking pathos and ends with shocking hostility. The children of Israel were taken by force from their homeland, a place given them by God. In captivity they sat by the edge of the Euphrates and wept, overcome with despair. Anyone who has suffered a significant loss ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-9

Denomination: Congregational