Sermons on Accusation:

Angels Part 2

Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 29, 2007

Extensive study on Angels, their relation God and humans, story of fallen Angels. Good for Bible study night!

Angels Part 2 In this part of our discussion on Angels, we will look at The relation of Angels to God The “Angel of the Lord” The relation of Angels to Humans The Story of the Fallen Angels and Satans power The Relation of Angels to God. Angels were created by God (Ps. 148:2, 5) and were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Say "No"

Contributed by Paul Decker on Nov 20, 2005

We can say "no" to temptation.

HOW TO SAY “NO” Genesis 39:1-23 S: Temptation C: Purity in the face of temptation Pr: WE CAN SAY “NO.” Type: Narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? • Don’t blame others (including the devil). • Make the choice to say “no.” • Don’t play around with sin. Version: ESV RMBC 20 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian's Rest Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 1, 2006

Sinners who find the rest which is promised through having Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, have the Lord’s rest because they have responded to the Holy Spirit’s convincing influence with a right heart of repentance.

Turn your Bibles to Matthew 11:28-30 Title: The Christian’s Rest Theme: Relief from Life’s Greatest Burdens Series: Living in the Aroma of God’s Grace Listen as I read Matthew 11:28-30, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pilate's Moral Struggle Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Expository sermon dealing with Pilate’s decision. Movie clip from the "Patriot" illustrates the importance of making courageous decisions.

Pilate’s Moral Struggle Fortifying the Foundations # 41 John 19:1-16[1] 7-18-04 In our text this morning we encounter a tremendous moral struggle. The man experiencing this struggle is the governor of Judea, Pontius Pilate. His struggle begins when providence brings him face to face with the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-16

Denomination: Charismatic

Washing Off The Grime Of Guilt Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 8, 2005

3nd in 5 part series on overcoming the obstacles and difficulties of life using 5 different Psalms. We used a "journey" or "road" metaphor, i.e.,bumps of success, fear, guilt, the religious rut and grief, etc.

WASHING OFF THE GRIME OF GUILT Navigating the Bumps of Life - Week 3 PSALM 32 INTRODUCTION: The story is told that Noel Coward, the well known playwright, as a prank, once sent an identical anonymous letter to 10 notable men in London. The note said, "We know what you have done. If you don’t ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Living By Faith- Dying With Hope Series

Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Jun 2, 2005

THE BOOK OF GENESIS TELLS US ABOUT THE BEGINNINGS OF FAITH. JOSEPH LIVED BY FAITH AND HE DIED WITH HOPE.

Living By Faith—Dying With Hope Text: Genesis, Chapter 39 through conclusion of Book Introduction. Have you ever known someone whose life became terribly complex? Incredibly painful? Apparently hopeless? Did you ever look at someone else’s situation and wonder how they managed to hold on ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wisdom For The Neighborhood

Contributed by Mike Hays on Aug 23, 2004

Solomon teaches his son about how to live at peace with those around him.

Wisdom For The Neighborhood Proverbs 3:27-35 Once upon a time in a land far away neighbors welcomed new people to the neighborhood with a freshly baked apple pie, they offered to watch one another’s house while they were away visiting family, and people felt a sense of security and unity. Kids who ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:27-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"What About My Rights?" Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Apr 10, 2005

As a follower of Jesus Chist in a free America, how do I understand where rights and responsibilities meet? What rights DO I have?

“What About My Rights?” Matthew 5:38-42 Today more than ever, we hear people insisting that their “rights” be given to them – even rights that they don’t really have. As followers of Jesus Christ, we cannot help but wonder if we have the same or different rights as others, what our rights really ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Have You Offended Someone?

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 26, 2004

Making a wrong relationship right.

Matthew 5:23-26 Have You Offended Someone? Woodlawn Baptist Church March 21, 2004 Introduction I have never made it a practice of mine to preach at the problems in our church. My approach to the pulpit is normally to preach through books of the Bible or in short series in such a way that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

Real Christianity In The Real World

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 8, 2005

A message urging people to live authentically for Jesus.

Real Christianity in the Real World: Living Authentically for Jesus in the 21st Century. January 9, 2005 Introduction Do you know what "buzzwords" are? They’re those words or phrases that are used in popular culture and elsewhere that are easily recognizable and have durability. For ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Meeting God's Requirements Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 15, 2009

God longs to be in relationship with us, not for us to lean on our rituals.

Meeting God’s Requirements Micah and Amos Rev. Brian Bill 2/15/09 I’m not sure you’re aware of this but Tim Tuley has had a lifelong ambition to play one hole at Pebble Beach, California the way the pros do. This is a challenge because this green is on a small section of land that juts out into ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Who's The Boss

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Sep 30, 2007

We all judge, the question is, do we judge using God’s criteria? (Learning God’s discernment)

SERMON NOTES: “WHO’S THE BOSS?” Objections to judgment: 1. What about the Woman at the Well? 2. Who gave me the right? 3. ἀνακρίνω (discernment) vs. κρίνω (final legal) Criteria for right judgment: 1. Right T_ime________: a. Do I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

24.7 Turn It Around Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 20, 2007

Week seven of 24 focuses on Jesus teaching about Murder, Hatred and Loving our enemies.

Matthew 5:21 Jesus Said “You have heard that our ancestors were told, ‘You must not murder. If you commit murder, you are subject to judgment.’” This particular law comes from Exodus 20:13 and Deuteronomy 5:17. And we would think this one is a no brainer, after all one of the basic tenets of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-49

Denomination: Wesleyan

Paradoxes Of The Passion Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 26, 2011

To speak of the Paradoxes of the Passion is to disclose the very center of that which is the object of our faith. Paradoxes of the Passion call us to look past the shallowness of man & see the Crucifixion of Christ from God's perspective. For the death

MARK 15:21-32 PARADOXES OF THE PASSION As a Christian reads this text we can't help but be confronted with Paradoxes of the Passion. A paradox defines a statement which superficially seem to be contradictory, impossible, even absurd, yet beyond the superficial is in reality true. A paradox ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Fiery Furnance - An Example Of The Tribulation Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 30, 2011

A comparison of Daniel 3 to future events in Revelation

Daniel 3: 1 – 30 Future Stuff – The fiery furnace – a picture of saints during the Great Tribulation. The title says it all. We are going to take a look at the book of Daniel and see if chapter 3 is a type of what happens in the book of Revelation. In a way I would say that it ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel