Sermons on And God Created Laughter:

Mixed Response To The Master

Contributed by Ed Wood on Apr 4, 2007

A message about the attitudes of people today about Jesus and who He is.

MIXED RESPONSE TO THE MASTER John 18:1-40 INTRO: Ask several people what they think about the president of the United States. You will get mixed responses ranging from praise to criticism. We could expect mixed responses over human leaders. But we are surprised over the varied responses about ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

S Is For Skylor

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 11, 2006

FUNERAL SERMON FOR SKYLOR BARRETT, 15 YEAR OLD GIRL KILLED IN CAR ACCIDENT MARCH 24, 2006

S IS FOR SKYLOR SHE IS A SMILE WE REMEMBER---AT BETHEL WE TAKE PICTURES OF EVERY EVENT. OVER THE YEARS SKYLOR HAS BEEN SO INVOLVED IN CHILDREN’S AND YOUTH MINISTRY. AS YOU LOOK AT PICTURES IT IS AMAZING, IN EVERY PICTURE SKYLOR HAS THAT GIANT SMILE. THE SMILE THAT STANDS OUT IN A CROWD. THERE IS ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Teach Us To Number Our Days

Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 22, 2006

Why should we number our days?

1stBBC Teach us to number our days Psa 90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. Shouldn’t we just forget the past and move forward?! Deu 32:7 Remember the days of old, consider the years of many generations: ask thy father, and he will shew thee; thy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Sings Of A Believer

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Aug 19, 2006

The world has a misconception about what a true believer really is. This message shows us that a beliver is more than someone who just goes to church.

THE SIGNS OF A BELIEVER MARK 16:16-18 Sign: a mark, indication, or characteristic Believer: one in agreement, persuaded, convinced, of confident in something or someone We have a misconception about believers - one who comes to church - one who can quote scripture - one who knows what to say/ ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Always Ruins Halloween

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 10, 2006

Jesus had power over the darkness of this world

Intro: in the next few days evil will be glorified as good. Witches, warlocks, devils and death will be promoted as all powerful in this world. But the church isn’t suppose to tremble by the darkness, but shine in it, take authority over it, and overcome it with good. I believe Jesus always ruins ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:33-37, Luke 4:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What You See Is What You Get

Contributed by Chaplain Judy Boen on Aug 26, 2003

Whatever we set our eyes on is what we get

What You See Is What You Get Genesis 30 – This story is told to increase our faith. The main characters in this story are Jacob and his father-in-law Laban. Laban was a very wealthy man, having many heads of goats and sheep. After Rachel gave birth to Joseph, Jacob spoke to Laban, “Let me go ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:25-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keep On Serving Jesus

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Sep 8, 2003

a Farewell Message to a church An exhortation to keep on serving Jesus.

“Keep On Serving Jesus” Text: Josh 24:15 Intro: 3 years ago Carole, Kyle and I arrived here in Northfield to be your pastors. It truly has been a wonderful time. You have treated us so lovingly and each of you has found a very special place in our hearts. And so It is with mixed feelings that I ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hands-On Motherhood

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 14, 2007

Every mother is different and every situation is different; but successful moms are hands-on moms.

Hands-On Motherhood 1. According to CNN article (5-07), "The typical [stay at home] mother puts in a 92-hour work week… and works at least 10 jobs. In order of hours spent on them per week, these are: housekeeper, day-care center teacher, cook, computer operator, laundry machine operator, janitor, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gift Of Tongues And Interpretations Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2007

Spiritual Gifts Series - 5 of 13.

THE GIFT OF TONGUES AND INTERPRETATIONS 1 Corinthians 12:10 INTRO: A little, old American lady was touring London as part of a group. They were in Westminster Abbey, and the very proper English guide was pointing out the magnificent tombs, architecture, and other features of that great church. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:10

Denomination: Baptist

Finding The Source Of True Peace Series

Contributed by Brian Vickers on Oct 11, 2007

A sermon about the source of peace and how to connect to it.

Finding the Source of True Peace John 14:27 We’ve all had times of transition and turmoil – those times when our world is seemingly turned upside down. There are times of loss, times of change, times of confusion, etc. Jesus’ disciples were facing one of those times. Jesus was talking to them ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rich Man, Poor Man

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 20, 2007

An examination of the parable of the rich man and Lazarus.

Rich Man, Poor Man Luke 16:19-31 September 11, 2005 Luke 16:19-20 (NLT) Jesus said, "There was a certain rich man who was splendidly clothed and who lived each day in luxury. [20] At his door lay a diseased beggar named Lazarus. A Story of Two Men  There are many divisions amongst ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Temptation

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 14, 2006

Learn to say NO to temptation

Temptation James 1:13-16 The reality to foresee (13a) The reasoning to forsake (13b) The responsibility to face (14,15) The recklessness to forbid (16) Few men give such a great example of victorious Christian living as Joseph does. Genesis 39 gives us one of the most instructive lessons on ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Unto Us A Child Is Born

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

The real meaning of Christmas

Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 7Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, Upon the throne ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Looking For What's Lost, Part I Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Jan 29, 2004

Jesus teaches us about how we should respond to the "sinners" of this world.

I. “He welcomes sinners!” A. In Luke 14, we saw Jesus’ call to discipleship, how he called people to give themselves completely to the Lord. He ended his call by saying, “He who has ears, let him hear.” B. The “sinners” heard and responded. These were the outcasts of society, those who were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life As It Really Is

Contributed by John Wright on Aug 10, 2007

Truths about Satan’s efforts to control men and Jesus’ power to free them.

LIFE AS IT REALLY IS Introduction: Tell the story: 2 men – possessed by devils, cry out to Jesus for ‘mercy’ – Jesus casts them out of the 2 men, allow them to go into a herd of swine (Mark 5:13 – 2000 swine), the pigs immediately rush into the sea and are destroyed – dead. The keepers of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-34

Denomination: Baptist