Sermons on Adult:

The Leading Man Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2007

This message focuses on the role of the godly father in the home.

“The Leading Man” Ephesians 6:4 The idea for creating a day for children to honor their fathers began in Washington in 1909. A woman named Sonora Dodd thought of te idea while she was listening to a Mother’s day sermon. Having been raised by her father, after her mother died she wanted her ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

From A Godly Prisoner To A Godly Man Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 10, 2007

Exposition of Philemon 1-7 that deals with the character of one who forgives, Philemon

Text: Philemon 1-7, Title: From a Godly Prisoner to a Godly Man, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/11/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Recently, a survey was made of 200 married adults in regards to forgiveness (1). The researchers were wondering how one’s ability to forgive others would affect their marital ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Dips In The Muddy Jordan

Contributed by W. Alderman on Nov 17, 2007

This is a message that shows the miracle of salvation when Naaman was healed of leprosy.

SEVEN DIPS IN THE MUDDY JORDAN Text: 2 Kings 5:1-14 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: Pride is something that God absolutely hates. Pride has been the ruin of many a person. “Only by pride cometh contention”. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of Love

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Sep 7, 2006

Love is important because it is essential, expressive, and eternal.

THE IMPORTANCE OF LOVE 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 (NRSV) 1/ If I speak in the tongues of mortals and of angels, but do not have love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. 2/ And if I have prophetic powers, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith, so as to remove ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Saul's Big Flip Flop Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 16, 2004

Nothing can explain what happened to Saul of Tarsus short of God’s intervention in his life. Has that ever happened to you?

The experience of Saul of Tarsus has to be the most ironic and dramatic change story in the New Testament. Here’s a man with a clean conscience, doing the unconscionable. Here’s a man with high religious standards performing terrorist acts. Here’s a man who hates Jesus, but wants to please ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Laughter, Little Things, And The Lord

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 27, 2010

A sermon on how to have some zest for life with laughter, enjoying the little things and fearing the Lord. Sermon based around Proverbs 15:13-17

HoHum: In writing about Lincoln’s Civil War years, author Richard Hanser says that on September 22, 1862, the War Cabinet was summoned to the White House for a special session. Lincoln was reading a book as everyone came in. Secretary of War Stanton later said this of the meeting: “Finally the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Greatest Love Of All

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 23, 2011

Shema

THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL (DEUTERONOMY 6:1-9) What is your favorite Bible verse or golden verse? Two verses shaped my life, one led to my conversion and the other to seminary. The first, from Matt 10:32-33, convinced me not to delay accepting Christ: "Whoever acknowledges me before men, I will also ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Saddling Up Anyway"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 10, 2011

A semon about serving in spite of fear.

Deuteronomy 15:4, 7-8,10-11 Luke 4:14-21 Recently I read an article about a church in California that has adopted its local high school, the roughest in a rough city. Now what do I mean by “adopted”? You see, 40 percent of the students at Centennial High School in Compton, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Buried With Him In Christ

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 5, 2010

What is baptism and what is it’s significance? Who should be baptized? Is baptism a requirement of sal¬vation? Am I joining a church or denomination by being baptized? Why do some traditions baptize infants?

Dakota Community Church August 22, 2010 Buried With Him in Baptism Quick Questions: What is baptism and what is its significance? Why do we baptize by immersion when sprinkling would be so much more convenient? Romans 6: 1-7 1What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-15

Denomination: Mennonite

Steps For Exercising The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 27, 2009

Sometimes we are reluctant to know our gifts. Moses was pulling back from using the gifts God had given him not realizing that God had already given him all he needed. Are we obedient to God so that He can use us as a perfect vessel for His glory?

Opening illustration: Have you ever felt torn in two or more directions when considering how to serve in your church or what job to take? Since you probably can’t do everything you’re asked to do, how do you decide which opportunities for service are best suited for you? Many will be able to relate ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Are You Afraid? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 3, 2008

This is a message in a series based on questions that Jesus asked and that were asked of Him.

Webster defines fears as an unpleasant often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger. However this definition only seems to scratch the surface. Because if you have experienced extreme fear you realize that it is this and so much more. Fears are the irrational beliefs about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Could I Ever Fall From Faith?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 17, 2009

Could I Ever Fall from Faith? 1) Yes, if you underestimate sin. 2) No, if you rely on God’s promises.

“That could never happen to me.” Ever think that when you see the homeless sleeping on a park bench? Ever suppose: “I’m getting a good education. I manage my money well. And I don’t have any addictions so no, that could never happen to me”? I wonder how many homeless people too once thought that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Mustard Seed Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 31, 2009

Sometimes we feel like we’re outnumbered by people who don’t believe in Jesus. There are times when we’re the only ones who want to do the right thing. But Jesus tells us that his kingdom may look small but in fact it will grow to be like a mighty tree th

A Combined Children’s talk and sermon How big do you think God’s Kingdom is? As big as the Simpson desert or Kakadu? As big as this whole land of Australia? Jesus said the kingdom of heaven was like a mustard seed. Now I can’t show you a mustard seed but I did bring some other seeds with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-35

Denomination: Anglican

As Is The Man, So Is His Strength

Contributed by Skip Alexander on Jul 7, 2008

Father’s Day

I. A young couple decided to wed. As the big day approached, they grew apprehensive. Each had a problem they had never before shared with anyone, not even each other. The groom-to-be, overcoming his fear, decided to ask his father for advice. "Father," he said, "I am deeply concerned about the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Pray For Revival Series

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Aug 8, 2008

Pray for a revival in our land and world.

Pray for Revival: 2 Chronicles 7:14 “If My people…will humble themselves…” 1. We need to pray that we as Christians would bow down before our Lord each day, so that we may receive His grace daily to live as we should. James wrote, “Submit therefore to God, resist the Devil and he will flee from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist