Sermons on Addition:

"The Shield Of Faith" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on May 2, 2004

To make use of the shield of faith against the evil one’s fiery missiles, we must know what to have faith in, and Who to have faith in. (#21 in The Chrisian Victor series)

“…in addition to all, taking up the shield of faith with which you will be able to extinguish all the flaming missiles of the evil one.” There is significance to Paul’s usage of the phrase, ‘…in addition to all’. Looking at various translations will help to make it clearer. The NIV says “In ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Orthodox

The Empty Expedition Of Enjoyment Series

Contributed by James Mcdonald on Sep 18, 2007

Solomon’s personal testimony of his empty expedition to find satisfaction without God.

The Empty Expedition of Enjoyment Illustration This past Tuesday, Stacy and I went up to Freeport to encourage a local homeschooling support group. The group had advertised the event in their area, seeking to increase attendance a bit. I received an email from a friend of mine, Bob, who attends a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Do You Worship?

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Jul 29, 2003

Contemporary treatment of Herod’s tragic death. Video clip suggestion, relevant illustrations, practical points of application.

"What do you worship?" Acts 12:20-25 By Pastor Bob Hunter Suggested Video Clip: "What do you worship?" Available at www.willowvideo.com Introduction: As we continue our series in Acts, I want to call your attention to rather peculiar death of King Herod the Agrippa. Now, I’m warning you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25, Exodus 20:3

Denomination: Holiness

The Reality Of Evil Against Us: Blind Bar Jesus Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 19, 2009

Scripture informs us that this evil is not a blind force, or human calculation, but that it is personified in the person of Satan.

Note to reader: I have hot -links to background details that may be helpful on various subjects in this sermon. The document with the active links can be found in PDF form at this web address: http://www.firstpresanchorage.org/Sermons.htm (The sermon is titled the same: "Blind Bar-Jesus") The links ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judging The Scriptures Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 23, 2019

You might be a “modern day Pharisee” if you judge the Scriptures rather than being judged by them

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Atheist: Money Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 10, 2015

Do we really trust in God? Do we really trust in our money? Do we say we believe in God and yet live as though He doesn’t exist? Do we say we trust in God and in His security and yet live as though we trust only in money?

This sermon is based off of a few ideas in Craig Groeschel’s book “The Christian Atheist: Believing in God but Living as if He Doesn’t Exist.” Zondervan, 2010. ISBN: 9780310332220 CHRISTIAN ATHEIST: MONEY 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 17-19 INTRODUCTION… “In God We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Spirit Of Christmas

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Dec 9, 2021

The “spirit of Christmas” is a phrase we’ve all heard referenced but how exactly do you define it? Is it possible or just idealistic to have the Christmas spirit throughout the year?

The Christmas Spirit Text: Mt. 1:20, 2:3-5, Luke 1:35, 2:11-18, Date: Dec 12, 2021 Big Idea: The “spirit of Christmas” is a phrase we’ve all heard referenced but how exactly do you define it? It’s been well documented that Americans are generally a bit more kind, joyful and even a bit more ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:35, Matthew 1:20, Matthew 2:3-5, Luke 2:11-18

Jesus Is Alive - True Or False Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 19, 2004

Not only is it reasonable to believe that Jesus is alive it is the best possible explanation for the empty tomb

Jesus is Alive – True or False John 20:1-10 April 11, 2004 – Easter Sunday The idea for this message came from a series shown in Outreach Magazine and additional ideas were taken from the Jesus is Alive message by Brian Mavis. Introduction Over the past several weeks we have been exploring the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Church Of God

The Old Man - The Remainder Of Iniquity

Contributed by Oneal Stover on Feb 26, 2004

Gain a better understanding of the "remainder of iniquity" that is left within in us after justification, prior to complete sanctification by Christ.

The Old Man - The Remainder Of Iniquity by Rev. Oneal Stover SCRIPTURE: I Corinthians 3:1-3 INTRODUCTION: There is a universal consciousness of something of a troublesome and afflicting nature left in a regenerated heart. This is something many have agreed to call "inbred" or "in-being" sin. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-3

Denomination: Holiness

The Promise Of Paradise Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Mar 8, 2004

Jesus’ 2nd cry from the cross and how it relates to admission to paradise (salvation)

WHAT MOVED THE HEART OF JESUS Part 2: The Promise of Paradise - Luke 23:39-43 > v43 . . . Truly I say to you, today you shall be with Me in Paradise. You know, I have seen a few things and a few places in life. I haven’t seen as much nor traveled as extensively as some of you who’ve been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Baptist

Expanding Your Circle

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Mar 14, 2004

The parable of "The Good Samaritan" teaches us that we should love despite the circumstances and despite our feelings.

Expanding Your Circle Based, in part, on a sermon by Mark Scott Scripture Ref: Luke 10:25-37 Additional References: The Bible Knowledge Commentary 1. Introduction a. The text for today is one of the many parables Jesus used in His ministry. A parable is a story with a lesson in it, although the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

So, You Got Your Value System On Ebay Series

Contributed by Kenneth Wright on Nov 8, 2006

How to develope a core vlaue system

So, You got your value system on EBay. "These words I speak to you are not incidental additions to your life... they are foundational words, words to build a life on" (Matthew 7:24 MSG) A sermon by Kenneth Wright - Sunday, November 05, 2006 Introduction On Tuesday, October 3, 1999 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Invitation

Contributed by Lee Henry on Aug 13, 2006

To those burdened by sin and dispair, Jesus gives an invitation to come unto him and receive his rest.

The Great Invitation Matt. 11:25-30 (Luke 10:1-24) In Luke chapter 10, Jesus sends out the 70. In Luke 10:17 we see the 70 returning rejoicing. Then in Luke 10:21-24, Jesus praises God. There is a parallel to these last four verses found in Matt. 11:25-30. In Matt. 11:25-26, Jesus praises ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Means Of Grace Is Jesus The Christ

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Aug 26, 2006

Sermon for Proper 16, Series B.

12th Sunday after Pentecost (Pr 16) August 27, 2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, in Jesus the Christ your Word became flesh and dwelt among us, to reveal your steadfast love ...read more

Scripture: John 6:56-69

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Keep On Keeping On

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Sep 3, 2005

One believer’s response to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina

HOW TO KEEP ON KEEPING ON: One believer’s response to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina 1. The French news agency, Reuters, has dubbed the decade 1994-2003, the Decade of Disasters. • From 1994 to 2003, 5,677 reported disasters killed 673,070 people and affected 2.58 billion people, causing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-36

Denomination: United Methodist