Sermons on An Unholy Kiss:

Breaking Bad Rules Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 18, 2015

Jesus confronted the traditions of men in order to point men to the direction of God.

1. Mark 2.13-3.6 2. We cheer when we see Jesus confront the Pharisees and cast out the money changing Sadducees 3. We support his stand against men using their traditions to speak for God (Mark 7.6ff) 4. But wait, the religious leaders of Jesus' day aren't the only ones to fall into this trap. . . ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Letter To The Ephesian Congregation Series

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on May 24, 2015

The danger of being dutiful and pure without love for Christ Jesus.

Verse 1 - The message is sent by the One Who walks among the congregations and Who supports and holds accountable the leadership of the congregations. Verse 2 - Jesus begins with the statement "I know". Because He walks among the congregations, He knows everything about each congregation. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"How Can It Be"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 25, 2015

How can it be John 3:16

How can it be? John 3:16 1. How can God so love, when we are so guilty? • God demonstrated his own love for us in this: While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 • God revealed His Love. God exposed His Love at Calvary. John wrote, “10This is love: not that we ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Methodist

Behold Thy Mother!

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 17, 2015

Mark 3:33 And he answered them, saying, Who is my mother,? John 19:27 Then saith he to the disciple, Behold thy mother!

Mark 3:33 And he answered them, saying, Who is my mother,? John 19:27 Then saith he to the disciple, Behold thy mother! Behold, Thy Mother…. The story goes as like this. A true story. My Mother had difficulties giving birth to me and as a result, she went to be with Jesus. Growing up ...read more

Scripture: John 19:27

Denomination: Foursquare

Stand Firm In The Faith Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 23, 2015

1 Peter concludes with three facts: Satan is always actively rebelling against the church; The life of a Christian will always be an intense spiritual battle, and; The grace of God provides ultimate restoration for all. Will we live for Him?

Stand Firm in the Faith 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 14 1 Peter 5:8-14 Sunday … important message on marriage and the church Calling all to be in attendance and to come ready to hear God’s word Introduction Last Sunday, Mike gave us some incredible insight into Peter’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction To Romans Series

Contributed by Leslie Tarlton on Nov 19, 2014

This is an introduction to the Book of Romans

An Introduction to the Letter to the Romans August 6, 2006 Pray INTRODUCTION The Apostle Paul wrote the letter to the Romans. The Letter to the Romans was written in the winter of 56-57, not 1956-57, but the year AD 56. The Letter to the Romans is so important to Christianity; it was the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

But God...

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Aug 24, 2019

such power in two three letter words

BUT GOD... Each word…three letters long…. Such power in these words…But God BUT GOD… Romans 3:23 For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God. Whether it be sex outside marriage, a bitter heart, unforgiveness, alcohol/drug abuse, cheating, lying. Each of us has a story, a part we want to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:17-24

Denomination: Charismatic

Quitters - Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019

Hang on! Let go! Endure till the end! Throw in towel. So should we quit or not quit? That is the question!

I. Introduction In a 2016 research project a study of how long New Year's Resolutions actually last. Here are the results: Only 64 percent last longer than the first month and only 46 percent last longer than six months. Even more discouraging is the statistic that only 14 percent of people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-13, 1 Kings 19:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Curious Case Of The Rich Young Ruler Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 2, 2015

It is not about God grading on a curve, it is about being accepted because we have believed in and follow Jesus.

The Curious Case of the Rich Young Ruler Mark 10:17-31 1. Those of us with little hair cannot have bad hair days. But many equivalents. 2. One blogger wrote: “Today, I was at work, nonchalantly spinning my keys around my finger when they flew off and hit a glass cabinet. Broken glass ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The God Of The Unexpected (Part 5 Exodus) Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on May 12, 2018

At the Red Sea the Israelites are caught between the Red Sea and the Army. They have no Idea that God is about to do the unexpected. What challenges in your life call for you to look to an Unexpected action by God

Exodus 14:10-22 10 As Pharaoh drew near, the Israelites looked back, and there were the Egyptians advancing on them. In great fear the Israelites cried out to the Lord. 11 They said to Moses, “Was it because there were no graves in Egypt that you have taken us away to die in the wilderness? What ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sweeter Gets The Journey: Contrary Winds.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 23, 2019

Life is about the journey as well as the destination. Contrary winds may blow to teach us how to be better captains. Will this contrary storm make me bitter or better?

SWEETER GETS THE JOURNEY, CONTRARY WINDS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Matthew 14:24 But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. ANY SHIP AND CAPTAIN CAN SAIL THE CALM, PEACEFUL WATERS OF LIFE. LIFE IS MORE THAN SAILING ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:24, Judges 14:5-18, Psalm 19:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Steps Of The Righteous

Contributed by Daniel Chapman on Aug 29, 2016

An insight of the 15 steps of the Holy Temple where it is believed to be where Jesus taught from. a comparison of the psalms of ascension to both; the pilgrimage to Jerusalem & the temple steps. This sermon is rich in history, illustration, & God's word!

he Steps of the Righteous Henry Ford said, “Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal.” Since our last service, I learned of 4 of us who are faced with certain obstacles that are seemingly giant-sized – Some, even to the point of ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Failure Not Final Sermon Ii: Forgiveness Is The Key To Resolution Of Failure Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 11, 2020

Despite failures, sins, mistakes, errors of judgment - God can turn a dysfunctional relationship into a wonderful reunion of joy if we will forgive as God has forgiven us and then act in good faith.

FORGIVENESS THE KEY TO THE FINAL RESOLUTION OF FAILURE Failure is not final with the Father. Forgiveness is the key to the resolution of a relationship failure such as a family feud that is longstanding and most likely rooted in a dysfunctional ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:41, Genesis 33:1-11

The Savior's Prayer

Contributed by Mary Erickson on May 17, 2021

A sermon for the 7th Sunday in Easter, Year B

May 16, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 17:6-19; Psalm 1 The Savior’s Prayer Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. We’re drawing to the end of another school year. For some families, this end of year will mark a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: Lutheran

New Things

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 17, 2021

There is a certain excitement that comes with New Things. To some degree in our mind and hearts, we wipe from our mind and heart all the failures of the past year, all the heartaches and disappointments of the past year.

Philippians 3:13-14; it takes a big person to know what to forget and what to remember. This being the first Sunday of the new year, I want to use the subject of the New Year for our message today. There is a certain excitement that comes with New Things. True of material things, car, clothes, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist