Sermons on andy griffith: showing 871-885 of 2,165

A Novel Idea

Contributed by Andy Smith on Apr 9, 2006

Description of Jesus’ Triumphal ENtry from the raising of Lazarus John 11:45 to John 12:19. as a murder mystery novel witha surprise ending.

A Novel Idea John 11:45 to 12:19 As I was looking at the suggested scriptures in the lectionary; I began to ponder the passage that was suggested. They had suggested the passage that encompassed The Triumphal Entry only (John 12:12-16). But as I looked at it, it seemed so disjointed. As I began ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Humps And Potholes

Contributed by Andy Ramsumair on Feb 8, 2006

Our lives as Christians is like a road full of humps and potholes!

HUMPS AND POTHOLES These days as a driver in Trinidad you have to be able to deal with many humps and potholes. They are all over the place and you need to be very careful when you driving to deal with them in the right way. Some you are able to avoid and some you jus have go through. Have you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Scandalon

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Feb 12, 2006

How should Christians respond to the controversy surrounding the publication of cartoons of Muhammed?

How should we, as Christians, respond to the controversy surrounding the publication of cartoons of Muhammed? “The cartoons were first published by Jyllands-Posten in late September 2005; approximately two weeks later, nearly 3,500 people demonstrated peacefully in Copenhagen. In November, several ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Containing Our Complaining

Contributed by Andy Cobb on Feb 22, 2006

An exhortation to control complaining

Introduction: A man dreamed of joining a monastery. His goal in life was to become a monk. So one day he went to a monastery and talked to the head monk and said, “What do I need to do to join.” Was told that it was more difficult that what he thought. In our monastery monks are only allowed to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Will Christians Go Through End Times

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Nov 28, 2006

Dealing with the question of whether Christians will go through the end times and how to prepare for it

Why I think Christians Will Go Through the Tribulation” 11/26/06 “As Jesus was leaving the Temple grounds, his disciples came along and wanted to take him on a tour of the various Temple buildings. But he told them, "All these buildings will be knocked down, with not one stone left on top of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-25

Denomination: Holiness

From Hopelessness To Christlikeness

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Nov 28, 2006

Personal Testimony of how God took me from a hopeless life to a life of blessing

“From Hopelessness to Christlikeness” Ephesians 2:8-10 May 22, 2005 You probably think I am going to talk about my awesome Birthday present you, my Church family, gave me. Randy and I am some other friends just got back from an awesome adventure fishing for salmon. We left out of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Holiness

Help! I'm Not Ready For Christmas

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 3, 2006

Preparing for Christmas; using FACT as an acrostic

“HELP – I’m Not Prepared for Christmas!” December 3, 2006 “About this time Caesar Augustus, the Roman emperor, decreed that a census should be taken throughout the nation. (This census was taken when Quirinius was governor of Syria.) Everyone was required to return to his ancestral home for this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Holiness

The Christmas Party

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 8, 2006

Why we should celebrate Christmas

“The Christmas Party” My first Christmas party this year, that I was suppose to go to, was Thursday with the South County Deputies. I didn’t make it. Nate, my grandson, who is staying with us, had strep throat and we were worried he might be contagious. The second party was the next night, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Holiness

Seeds Of Change Series

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006

In the gospel of Matthew we see a few recurring themes: True spirituality; living by faith; and achieving greatness. All of these themes overlap to some extent. Matthew 18 begins with the disciples re-opening these issues again by asking Jesus a question.

SEEDS OF CHANGE Matthew 18:1-4 In the gospel of Matthew we see a few recurring themes: True spirituality; living by faith; and achieving greatness. All of these themes overlap to some extent. Matthew 18 begins with the disciples re-opening these issues again by asking Jesus a question: (v. 1) At ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-4

Denomination: Holiness

My Son Died For You?

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006

Many have heard that Jesus died for their sins. Many have heard that they should come to the saving knowledge of Jesus.

My Son Died for You? Romans 8:31-39 Many have heard that Jesus died for their sins. Many have heard that they should come to the saving knowledge of Jesus. Today I’m not going to tell you anything different. What I want to do is to bring it into perspective for you. I want to tell you the story ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Holiness

Alabaster Jars To Extravagant Love Series

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006

The love of Jesus takes believers way beyond responsible giving to extravagant love!

Alabaster Jars to Extravagant Love Mark 14:3-9 The love of Jesus takes believers way beyond responsible giving to extravagant love! I want to begin this series on giving with the extravagant gift of Mary to our Lord Jesus. Those who are forgiven much love much. Cantankerous old barber Juan is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Holiness

Gimme, Gimme To Use Me, Lord Series

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006

The Scripture clearly defines what life will be like if believers choose to allow God and Money to reign in their life. “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:21)

Gimme, Gimme to Use me, Lord Matthew 6:24 The Scripture clearly defines what life will be like if believers choose to allow God and Money to reign in their life. “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:21) I. Believers cannot live double-minded lives (Titus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Holiness

Open Hands Of God Series

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006

Human beings cling tightly on what belongs to us, and yet God showed us, through His Son, that there is a better way to walk through life – not with clenched fists, but with open hands of love.

Open Hands of God II Corinthians 8:9; Philippians 2:5-11 Human beings cling tightly on what belongs to us, and yet God showed us, through His Son, that there is a better way to walk through life – not with clenched fists, but with open hands of love. I. The Generosity of God God gives and gives ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Holiness

Cultivating A Heart Of Compassion Series

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006

Jesus’ crucifixion on the cross provided mankind with the gift of salvation and the opportunity to replace our sinful hearts with hearts of compassion – to see the world as Jesus does.

Cultivating a Heart of Compassion Galatians 5:22-26; Mark 10:45 Jesus’ crucifixion on the cross provided mankind with the gift of salvation and the opportunity to replace our sinful hearts with hearts of compassion – to see the world as Jesus does. I. A Walk into Darkness Move closer to the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Holiness

The Chance Of A Lifetime Series

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006

God gives His children many opportunities to not only manage what has been given, but to be generous in return. God expects us to be faithful in our stewardship and generous in our response – as He is generous in His rewarding!

The Chance of a Lifetime Matthew 25:14-30; Proverbs 3:9 God gives His children many opportunities to not only manage what has been given, but to be generous in return. God expects us to be faithful in our stewardship and generous in our response – as He is generous in His rewarding! I. The Lord ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Holiness