Sermons on Advent Iii:

Fresh Fire: Why Does God Speak To Different People In Different Ways? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2012

Have you ever wondered why God uses different ways to speak to His people? The Bible tells us that there are those He spoke to directly, those He to through an angel, and others He spoke to through dreams and visions. Why different ways for different p

Fresh Fire: Why does God speak to different people in different ways? It’s December. Is it beginning to feel a lot like Christmas? Do you like this time of year? December, possibly one of the most wonderful months of the year! and possibly one of the most stressful months of the year! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:11-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

His Presence Or Presents?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 15, 2009

During Christmas season we often say, “God’s presence is more important than presents.” But the amount of time and effort we spend on shopping for gifts may indicate otherwise. So, what would Christmas be like if we truly celebrated God’s presence?

Opening illustration: Oswald Chambers once wrote: “It is not God’s promises we need, it is [God] Himself.” At Christmastime we often say, “God’s presence is more important than presents.” But the amount of time and effort we spend on shopping for gifts may indicate otherwise. In certain parts of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:24-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Once And Future Salvation

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 28, 2013

How can we thank God enough?

THE ONCE AND FUTURE SALVATION. 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13. The Apostle Paul had at last heard a longed-for report of the Thessalonians’ faith, and love, and devotion (1 Thessalonians 3:6). Timothy’s good news (the word is - literally - “evangel” = gospel) was of such moment that it was a source of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Call To Rejoice

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 26, 2015

This song of rejoicing is not only one in which the people of the LORD are exhorted to raise their voices, but also one in which the LORD Himself participates.

A CALL TO REJOICE. Zephaniah 3:14-20. Eight out of the nine oracles in the little book of Zephaniah announce God’s just judgment of all the earth (Zephaniah 1:2-3; Zephaniah 3:8); and the just judgment of the LORD their covenant God against Judah and Jerusalem in particular (Zephaniah 1:4). ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Honor In The Workplace Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

HOW TO RELATE PROPERLY TO CERTAIN SPECIAL GROUPS OF PEOPLE IN THE CHURCH -- PART III -- SLAVES TO MASTERS

BIG IDEA: HOW TO RELATE PROPERLY TO CERTAIN SPECIAL GROUPS OF PEOPLE IN THE CHURCH -- PART III -- SLAVES TO MASTERS cf. Eph. 6:5-10; Col. 3:22-4:1 I. (:1) SLAVES NEED TO HONOR THEIR MASTERS A. Governing Principle: Slaves, Honor Your Master "Let all who are under the yoke as slaves regard their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Standing On Holy Ground

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 6, 2007

We are on holy ground when we are: I. At The Cross; II. In The Church; III. In Christ.

STANDING ON HOLY GROUND Text: Ex.3: 1-5 Intro: Moses, the man of God, fled the land of Egypt after having incurred the wrath of Pharaoh by killing an Egyptian in defense of his people. He now finds himself in the land of Midian following a flock of sheep belonging to his newly acquired ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

An Unbelievable Surprise

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 13, 2011

I. Unspeakable In Its Freeness II. Unspeakable In Its Worth III. Unspeakable In Its Satisfaction

Denise the Menace rushes into the room with his mother standing with her mouth open. And he says holding a big box in his hand we better tell Santa Claus to forget about the train set I asked for. I just found one on the top shelf in dad’s closet. - Sermon Spice “Christmas ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Baptist

In Times Like These We Need Praise

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 21, 2008

I. But I Can’t Praise II. The Reason For Praise III. How To Praise God

We Sing: - In Times Like These We Need a Savior - In Times Like These We Need an Anchor - In Times Like These We Need The Bible Some more words: - In Times Like These We Need Prayer - In Times Like These We Need Praise I. But I Can’t Praise This Week: - Joe Biden "It’s patriotic to pay more ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Task Of Taming The Tongue

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 26, 2010

This message deals with: I. The Benefits Of The Tongue, II. The Brutality Of The Tongue, and III. The Bridling Of The Tongue.

The Task Of Taming The Tongue Copyright © March 1994 by Rev. Donnie L. Martin. All Rights Reserved. Text: James 3:1-12 I. THE BENEFITS OF THE TONGUE A. The Tongue Can Bless. B. The Tongue Can Build. C. The Tongue Can Broadcast. II. THE BRUTALITY OF THE TONGUE A. Words Can Make The Heart ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Why Jesus Is The King Series

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Dec 13, 2017

I. The King has a Plan II. The King has a Purpose. III. The King had a Problem

I. The King has a Plan A. Jesus knows He was about to face the cross John 18:4 Then Jesus, knowing everything that was about to happen to Him... 1. He had come to save His people 2. The word “Hosanna” means “To Save” B. Jesus sent His disciples on a mission 1. Tells them to search for a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Star Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Allen James on Dec 27, 2009

Christmas Eve 2009 Message

Christmas Eve 2009 • The Star of Christmas • MT 1:18-2:2,9-12 Opening: Most overlooked part of the Nativity is not a person but a presence. For a few moments this evening, I want us to consider the Star of Christmas… 1) The Person of Christmas (Jesus) a. We have gathered tonight to celebrate ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Only Good Snake

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 3, 2012

A sermon for the first week of Advent... HOPE. Advent is about waiting and this sermon talks about the long wait from Gen. 3:15 to Gal. 4:4-5.

The Only Good Snake… Genesis 3:15/ Galatians 4:4-5 Finish this statement… “The only good snake… _is_a_dead_snake_” The best snake to kill? Poisonous Today is a very important day… the first Sunday in Advent… Advent comes from the Latin word for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Hmmm...jewish Festivals Are Around!!!-Part 2

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Sep 15, 2014

To learn lessons from Oft-neglected Jewish Festivals which have been described as shadow of Christ as regards both His First Advent and His Second Advent!!!

JEWISH FESTIVALS-A SHADOW OF CHRIST-PART 2 Before coming to the second group of Jewish festivals signifying those events in Christian history, which are yet to occur it is pertinent to ponder…if paramount events in Christian history, such as crucifixion of Christ, pouring of the Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:17

Denomination: *other

Divine Interuptions

Contributed by Oris Hubbard on Dec 8, 2012

Our lives are filled with interruptions. Some are natural occurrences, some are Satan-inflicted, and some are God-ordained.

Title: Divine Interruptions Text: Luke 1:26-35 Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction: A telephone call in the middle of the night, a talkative child while you are talking to another adult, the power going off in the middle of Sunday morning preparations, a virus that hits while on vacation, a flat ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Great Adventure: Real Christianity Is Not Boring Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Mar 10, 2009

The early Christians did not live a boring spiritual life. We can experience a spiritual adventure when we follow their example.

The Great Adventure March 11, 2009 Real Christianity is not boring. Acts 14 We can experience a great spiritual adventure… I. When we exercise great spiritual habits Paul and Barnabas go to church – when it is good and bad. 14:1-7 1. We all have habits. Some good, many bad. a. Habits will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal