Sermons on After Its Own Kind:

Awake And Sober

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 12, 2005

According to Paul, Christians are to live constantly aware of the return of Christ Jesus.

Awake and Sober – I Thessalonians 5:1-11 Intro: First the tsunami, then hurricanes, now unrest in France and bombings in the Middle East. In Luke 21:25 it says, “there will be signs in the sun, moon and stars. . . Nations will be in anguish and perplexity . . “ before Jesus comes. That must ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Bleakest Of The Bleak Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 20, 2003

The Work Christ accomplished on the Cross is more than we can know, but we can at least understand a few of the most important accomplishments. The events surrounding the crucifixion picture the theology behind this monumental climax of history.

The Bleakest of the Bleak (Matt. 27:45-55, John 19:30, Luke 23:47-48) Intro 1. I am into spot removing and solvents---at least a little bit. 2. Here are some common spot or stain treatments: (show removers, bleach, ammonia, etc.) 3. Some solvents will remove only some stains 4. Sometimes two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-55, John 19:30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Forgiveness

Contributed by Tony Foeller on Sep 4, 2001

In this message we look at why God forgives, why man needs forgiveness, what God’s forgiveness is, and how one can experience God’s forgiveness.

God’s Forgiveness Ephesians 1:3-8 What is forgiveness? It is, quite literally, the setting aside of a debt by the one to which the debt is owed. When we talk about forgiveness in this light, are we to understand that it is possible for us to “pay” God for our forgiveness? Of course not. But ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Commandment Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 12, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 22 v 15 - 46

THE GREAT COMMANDMENT Matthew 22 v. 15 - 46 The Pharisees problem with Rome v. 15 - 22 v. 17 "is it lawful to give tribute unto Caesar or not" 1. The source of their problem was pride v. 15 - who came? -the Pharisees, How they came? - to entangle or lay a snare for the Lord, why they came? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-46

Denomination: Holiness

Proclaim The Lord's Death

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The ritual of the Lord's Supper proclaims Jesus' death without words.

Thesis: The ritual of the Lord's Supper proclaims Jesus' death without words. Intro.: 1. Illust. "Take her?" "Yes." "Take him?" "Yes." "Took." You have just heard the transcript from the world's shortest wedding ceremony. It took place in a bar on a Friday PM at 8:00. The couple had met there the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

How To Be A Positive Change Agent Series

Contributed by Cary Paulk on Apr 5, 2002

A message to instruct believers how to make positive changes in their communities.

How to Be a Positive Change Agent March 24, 2002 Introduction: [Illustration: A reporter once approached a hundred year old man in a small town in Maine and said, “Boy, I bet you have seen lots of changes in this town over the years.” The old man replied, “Yep, and I been agin every one of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007

Sermon 7 of 7 in a series called Living the Christian Life - based out of James

Living the Christian Life The Power of Prayer James 5:13-20 The late Jake Hess sang a song with the Statesmen Quartet many times many years ago that said, “Prayer is the key to Heaven, but faith unlocks the door.” That’s been the entire theme to the book of James – faith in Jesus Christ leads us ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Sunrise Sermon

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009

This sermon is for Easter Sunrise... it focuses on the imagery of the rising of the sun/son.

“A Brand New Day” I ask this morning a very simple question. What is a sunrise? It’s not quite the simple question one might anticipate… for… when you get down to it… how do you actually define a sunrise… how do you pinpoint when a sunrise begins… or for that matter… when it ends? Think about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joseph The Ruler

Contributed by Arliss Beavers on Jan 31, 2008

From spoiled one, to anointed one who repairs the family breach

1-20-08 (part 2) short lesson on Joseph the ruler Joseph the dreamer Joseph the spoiled one (by Jacob) Joseph’s coat of many colors Joseph’s other 11 brothers - the envying the jealousy the hatred Joseph and the pit Joseph and the Egyptian ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Prayer And Fasting

Contributed by Shawn Malloy on Dec 14, 2008

The importance of Prayer and Fasting

Prayer and Fasting Mt 6:7-13; 16-18 Yes there is a right way and wrong way to pray and fast according to God’s Word. Some of you may ask how to do it? Well I am going to go over it here today. Let’s look at some verses. v7 And when you pray DO NOT use vain repetitions as the heathens do, for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-13

Denomination: Christian Church

An Angelic Announcement

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 10, 2006

angels teach us a lot about Christmas

Intro: some bible studies are very deep–Cain in the land of Nod, Matthew 24-what is 70 A.D. what is end times, and what is the ministry of angels. Today, we will definitely see one of the ministries of angels in the Christmas story. Before cable television, before cell phones, before lap tops, to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Blessed Life #6: Put God First Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 10, 2008

Jesus said, "Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." If we want to put God first in our lives, then we need to take a look at where we are putting our treasure.

THE BLESSED LIFE #6: PUT GOD FIRST PART ONE - WITH PASTOR CHRIS JORDAN: OPENING TEXT: “Getting wisdom is the most important thing you can do!” (Prov. 4:7). • God has given us a gift in the Bible, and that’s where we find wisdom for daily living. • We’ve been studying the Sermon on the Mount, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: *other

Faith Of A Believer

Contributed by Doug Gregory on May 11, 2008

Demonstrating FAITH should be the attitude of every believer

F Fear God Alone A Ask for Wisdom I Illustrate Christ’s Love T Tell Others about Christ H Hold Fast to Scripture Fear God Alone-The last and final word is this: Fear God. Do what he tells you. And that’s it. Eventually God will bring everything that we do out into the open and judge it according ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

302 – Reasons For The Seasons

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Feb 17, 2005

5 KEYS TO REMEMBER IN CHANGING SEASONS

Illustrate: His name was Victor, but he felt like a loser. He didn’t do very well in school a when he was 16 years old, a teacher advised him to drop out of high school and get a job. He didn’t do much better in the working world so that, by the time he was 32, he had failed at 76 different jobs. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Feast Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 26, 2005

God had provided a great feast for us and wants His people to invite everyone.

The Great Feast Luke 14:16-24 INTRO.: This story is told near the end of Jesus’ earthly ministry. Probably less than three months away from the cross. He is eating on the Sabbath at the house of a prominent Pharisee. No doubt the Pharisee had invited Him in order to find fault. The Jews’ favorite ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ