Sermons on Abstract Things:

I Live For The Applause! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Mar 22, 2014

In our everyday life we are confronted by people who let you know all of the things they accomplish in their life.

Matthew 6:1-4-“Take heed that you do not do your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them. Otherwise you have no reward from your Father in heaven. Therefore, when you do a charitable deed, do not sound a trumpet before you as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The After Easter Experience

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Apr 29, 2014

Between the Resurrection and the Ascension Jesus shared about three things - The end times, the Holy Spirit and our purpose.

“After Easter Experience” May 4, 2014 Acts 1:1-14 In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2 until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. 3 After his suffering, he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

Picking Up Your Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 4, 2013

This sermon deals with 3 things we must do to be a disciple according to Jesus's invitation to come follow Him.

Picking Up Your Cross Glenville 2/3/2013 Esther 4:1-16 Mark 8:34-38 We are in week 5 of our Insanity For Christ series. We have looked at Who Is God--Why Jesus, Who Am I-- Why Am I Here, What’s The Cost, Fanatic or Fair Weather Fan and today we look at Picking Up Your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Change

Contributed by James Webster on Feb 8, 2013

I lived long enough to learn one thing about myself, I don't like change

I have lived long enough to realize one thing about myself, “I do not like change.” Every time I look in the mirror, I see change. Every time I open the newspaper I read about the changing times we are living in. When I listen to the news both locally and nationally I am reminded ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

I Will Arise!

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 10, 2013

There is no such thing in this physical life as "passing the point of no return" with our loving Father. He awaits our return to Him.

I believe all of us know one of the main reasons that retailers such as “Home Depot” and “Lowe’s” have managed to be so successful. Three words: Do. It. Yourself! Not only will these home-improvement giants sell you what you need to fix up and spruce up your home or business, but they will even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Free Methodist

Doesn't Play Well With Others

Contributed by Bruce Points on Jan 15, 2014

There are things that disqualify us from meeting God, even though we have been seen as servants of His...

DOESN’T PLAY WELL WITH OTHERS Matt 26: 20-25 Judas Iscariot One of the CHOSEN disciples of Christ. o A very important man o Given a privileged position of Treasurer o In Jn. 13, his proximity to Jesus at the Lord’s Supper indicated a position of importance. God has so positioned ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:20-25

Denomination: Methodist

Seven Barriers To Getting Your Miracle

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 20, 2014

A look at seven things that hold us back from getting the miraculous answer to prayer that God has for us.

A Sad Truth: Not everyone gets the answer God was willing to give. - Matthew 9:30a. Seven Barriers To Getting Your Miracle: 1. Can’t see things clearly. - Matthew 9:27 – “two blind men” 2. Public ridicule. - Matthew 9:27 – “calling out” - The Greek ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirit Power Part 1

Contributed by Francis Chan on Sep 13, 2011

We have a new master in us--the Holy Spirit--that actually desires the things that are right and good.

It’s been another great week for me just studying the Word of God, and one of the things I love about the Bible is I, personally, tend to get distracted. I tend to get off course in life. You’re doing really well, and suddenly, you just start heading another direction. That’s one ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Time Is Shorther Than You Think"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 23, 2011

This lesson shows how little time we have on earth. Are you storing up temporal or eternal things?

The older you get the more you realize how short life really is. When you are 20, 60 years is old. When you are 50 years old 60 is young and 99 is older not old. James 4:14 “Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14

Exalted In His Humility

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 29, 2014

God came to this planet in a way that I wouldn't have ever thought of if I was God. Good thing.

This is a short homily given at an inner-city mission on Toronto, Canada, after a meal and a short time of worship. Some of you know I have rheumatoid arthritis. If you've seen me much over the past 2 years, you may have noticed me walking slowly, grimacing in pain or sometimes being kinda grumpy. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Share M & M's! Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 8, 2012

Even secular 'experts' know that people need faith, hope, and love - three things Christianity uniquely offers.

“Building Quality Relationships: With the World – Share M & M’s!” Eph. 5:8-14; 1Cor. 12:27-13:13 A renowned pastor was reflecting on a conference where the main speakers were psychologists and psychiatrists. One had spoken about people’s desperate need to have ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Knowing Why We Do What We Do

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 5, 2014

Conformity to Christ is our goal. Live with this end in mind. Spiritual growth is not an option. Put first things first.

Before I move on to the book of Numbers in my weekly sermons, I like to take this week, in between the books, to revisit the theme of discipleship. • Why do we want to take this discipleship learning journey? Can we do without? • Why do we do what we are doing today? Is it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Whatcha Smilin’ About?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 12, 2014

Jesus teaches us that the best thing we have to smile about is our God-given faith in him.

Have you ever met someone who always seems to be smiling? They’ll be standing at the end of a long SuperStore checkout line and smile while everyone else looks slightly flustered. Or they’ll smile while eating an overdone steak while everyone else is grimacing as they chew. They will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-20

Denomination: Lutheran

I Am Ready

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 28, 2016

Larry was a 72 year old faithful Christian. This funeral sermon speaks of his preparation and participation in the heavenly things.

Welcome/Intro "Do not let your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me. "In My Father's house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. "If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Headed For A Fall" A Message For Kids

Contributed by David Henderson on May 16, 2016

Jesus taught his disciples that whenever people boast and brag about the great things that they do, they are headed for a fall!

Headed for A fall Scripture: For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted. Luke 18:14b (NIV) Humility is not thinking less of yourself. It is thinking of yourself less. Every child at some time in their life has played with building blocks. One ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:14

Denomination: Baptist