Sermons on An Unholy Kiss:

Mary's Worship Series

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Mar 23, 2009

What we learn about genuine worship from Mary’s act of extravagant worship. Sources include, but not limited to, four Sermon Central messages cited at the end this entry.

Mary’s Worship (Lenten Series) Scripture: Mark 14:1-9 Introduction We began last week by looking at some of the stories or events that lead up to Easter - the time of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. Last week we looked at the raising of Lazarus from the dead. Today, we’re going to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

Love And The Law Of Christ Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 10, 2009

This text shows us three triplets of graces that proceed from the wholehearted offering of ourselves to God.

Scripture Today we continue our study in Romans 12. Let’s read Romans 12:9-12: 9Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. 10Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. 11Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The First Man To Miss Death—enoch

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 8, 2011

Walking with God leads to heaven

Did you hear about the man who returned home from the grocery store, having bought everything on the list his wife gave him? She began removing items from the bags: one dozen eggs, two bags of flour, three gallons of milk, four bags of sugar, and five cans of cake frosting. His wife said, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:21-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

Psalm 12 - When The Faithful Vanish Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 1, 2015

A provoking message of what life might look like when the godly disappear from society.

WHEN THE FAITHFUL VANISH TEXT: Psalm 12:1-8 Psalms 12:1-8 KJV To the chief Musician upon Sheminith, A Psalm of David. Help, LORD; for the godly man ceaseth; for the faithful fail from among the children of men. [2] They speak vanity every one with his neighbour: with flattering lips and with a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 12:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Infinitely Pure Righteous God Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 11, 2015

Eighth in a series on the attributes of God focusing on the fact that God is absolutely righteous.

Knowing God Series #8 “Our Infinitely Pure Righteous God” Introduction Hosea the prophet called the people of God to return to Him from a state of distraction. He promised healing and restoration if they would press on to know the Lord. That is just what we have been trying to do this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:15-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Recovering Stolen Property

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 2, 2022

There is something that is desperately needed within the church and our lives; our need to recover what has been stolen. God has a way of getting back what has been ripped off! Learn more about this theft and how to recover what Satan has stolen.

Recovering Stolen Property 1 Samuel 30:1-8 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yzYA8OcS3Q There is something that is desperately needed within the church and within our lives, and that is our need to recover what has been stolen. Question, how many of have been robbed or have had something ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-8, John 10:10, Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Foursquare

Setting Our Priorities Straight

Contributed by Esther Collins on Jan 21, 2022

We live in times when it's a challenge to keep our priorities straight. The Bible gives us great examples of those who were able to choose right, and also enjoy the consequences of their godly choices.

Setting our Priorities Straight Take a moment to write down three things that you consider your topmost priorities in your life. Also write down the number of hours you spend on any given day on these activities that are mentioned – time spent on eating, sleeping, studying, working, with family, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-11, Genesis 25:27-34, Hebrews 12:16-17, 1 John 2:16, Ruth 1:13-18, Matthew 1:5-6, Luke 10:38-42, Matthew 7:22, John 12:1-8, 1 Timothy 6:6, Matthew 12:50, Luke 10:26-28, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 6:19-21, Colossians 3:22-23, Matthew 10:37, 1 John 2:17  (view more)  (view less)

Seeing The Providence Of God In Everything Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Jul 26, 2023

Joseph reveals to his brothers that God is a God of providence. Why and what does this mean to our lives?

Providence, Rhode Island was settled in 1636 by a Christian. Not just by a Christian but by a man that would be later known as a Baptist Pastor. (Roger Williams) He believed in the separation of church and state and condemned colonists from confiscation of land from the Indians so he purchased the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Perspective In Pain Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 3, 2020

Don’t lose perspective in your pain: look within at the energizing power of God’s Word; look around to see that you’re not alone in your pain; and look ahead to the joy that’s coming.

One day an old man was casually walking along a country lane with his dog and his mule. Suddenly, a speeding pick-up truck careened around the corner, knocking the man, his mule, and his dog into the ditch. The old man decided to sue the driver of the truck, seeking to recoup the cost of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20, Matthew 24:10-12, 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Backward Religion

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 23, 2005

Do things in the religious world ever just seem backward to you?

From the desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA Correspondence Address: 56 Taylor Cir Carrollton, GA 30117 Email: tjpowers@gfb.org Backward Religion Jeremiah 7:21-24 Intro: God has spoken to a backslidden generation of Israelites to let them know that they can put away ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 7:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

When God Sent His Son

Contributed by James Owens on Dec 15, 2004

When the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son.

“WHEN GOD SENT HIS SON!” TEXT: Galatians 4:4-7 (NKJV) “But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons. And because you are sons, God has sent forth the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Church Of God

In Christ We Are...saints Series

Contributed by Daniel Owens on Feb 12, 2008

Paul, by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, believes it’s extremely important that you and I know who we are...in Christ. What we think about our identity—who we are-- can make all the difference in how live this life...in Christ and do Kingdom work.

I think we have an identity crisis in America...and quite possibly around the world. So many young people gain their identity from the latest fashions, trends or from their friends. Many Christians today, also, have an identity crisis. Most of us perceive our identity more from our family, our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Vision Of Isaiah - A Vision Of The Trinity

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on May 17, 2008

The vision of Isaiah and its explanation in John teaches us that the whole of the Trinity is essential and we cannot have one without the other two.

Vision of Isaiah always fascinated me. An exciting and well-known passage of Scripture. I’ve read and studied it many times, preached on it. But always seem to have missed something important that I have only noticed this time, despite reading both Isaiah and John many times have only this week ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

Rfid March Toward World Control

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 22, 2009

Could RFID tagging be the mark of the beast?

IS THE MARK OF THE BEAST?: 1. Social Security # 2. Bar Codes on products, places & people 3. VISA cards 4. A computer network because "computer" (in English) figures to be "666." ❶ REAL ID — 2005 - Introduced after 9/11 - To standardized Drivers licence across the country - To prevent fraud ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Train Your Child In The Way Of The Lord

Contributed by James Dina on Jul 22, 2020

The holy practice of Job is reflected in the care of his children. Every time his children would party, he would always be there to offer a sacrifice (Job 1:4-5). How many fathers really ever get to think about the consequences of their children’s sins?

TRAIN YOUR CHILD IN THE WAY OF THE LORD "His sons used to hold feasts in their homes on their birthdays, and they would invite their three sisters to eat and drink with them. When a period of feasting had run its course, Job would make arrangements for them to be purified. Early in the ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:4-5, Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Pentecostal