Sermons on Approaching:

Building And Battling Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Apr 4, 2008

Building Christ’s church on earth is not easy work. There will be Satanic opposition.

1. A SUBTLE APPROACH "Now when the adversaries of Judah and Benjamin heard that the children of the captivity builded the temple unto the LORD God of Israel; Then they came to Zerubbabel, and to the chief of the fathers, and said unto them, Let us build with you: for we seek your God, as ye ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 4:1-24

The Art Of Asking Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 20, 2007

The parable of the unrighteous judge and persistent widow teaches us much about the need for persistence in prayer and how God moves in our lives to answer our prayer and bring about God’s will.

Luke 18:1-8 “The Art of Asking” INTRODUCTION I received an E-mail message that contained a list of questions with no clear-cut answer. • Why do doctors and lawyers call what they do practice? • Why is abbreviation such a long word? • Why is a boxing ring square? • What was the best thing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Confidence In Crisis Series

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 19, 2010

When we have a crisis in our life, we must learn to trust that Jesus is our answer.

Intro. Today we come to the second miracle Jesus performed. The only place this miracle is recorded in the Scriptures, is in our text. It is also the second Miracle in Galilee. After Jesus turned the water to wine, his popularity grew. Skepticism immediately began to grow. Jesus had ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Baptist

Balaam

Contributed by Lee Henry on Jul 14, 2006

Balaam was a man who followed the letter of the law of God, but violated the spirit of that law. Balaam is universally condemned in the New testament. Many times we find ourselves acting like Balaam. We hold to the letter of God’s law but at the same ti

BALAAM Num. 22-31 Introduction: Some years ago scientists learned how to graft certain kinds of insects together early in their development. Naturally, this kind of experimentation produced some exceedingly hideous monstrosities. One in particular was the result of grafting a spider and a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Teachings Of The Psalms Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Nov 20, 2012

things we learn from studying the Psalms

TEACHINGS OF THE PSALMS #2 in series Text: Ps. 4 Intro: 1. Everyone knows how vital good communication is in our relationships---marriage, parent—child, employer—employee 2. Good communication is not as easy as it may sound, it actually takes some effort 3. The same is true with our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do You Believe Jesus Can Do For You?

Contributed by Boniface Simiyu on Oct 11, 2024

Many people hear about Jesus but dont read scripture and consequently are limited in believing in the ability of Jesus to perform miracles or acts towards them. There are times what you believe Jesus can do, He will do.

The passage from Matthew 9:27-29, where two blind men cry out to Jesus for healing, provides a profound insight into the role of faith in receiving from Christ. Jesus asks the men, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” and upon their affirmative response, He touches their eyes and declares, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Apollos: - ¡§they Explained To Him The Way Of God More Accurately¡¨ Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Oct 20, 2002

Apollos was a man who knew 1) The Scriptures 2) the Saviour- but he still needed 3) The Spirit

Apollos: - ¡§they explained to him the way of God more accurately¡¨ Acts 18:24-28 WBC 20/10/02 pm Illustr: Kathy, Bea and Kate¡¦s current Alpha Gen(the south African) said today that she has been dying to tell me(but gadding off to Paris) that she left "on a real high " last week and on the way ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Upward And Outward

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Oct 5, 2001

The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Year C; The people of the world live lives that are DOWNWARD and INWARD. As God’s people, redeemed by Jesus’ blood and righteousness, we can live our lives UPWARD and OUTWARD.

Imagine a ship at sea. The clouds are dark, the wind is strong, and the waves are rough. Is the ship in danger? It all depends on direction—which way it is headed. If it is going toward the harbor, it’s safe. If it is pointed toward the rocks, it’s in trouble! Life is like that. Two identical ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Finding True Joy

Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Oct 27, 2001

A look at Romans 14 to determine what Christians can do to encourage others in the faith while growing towards Righteousness in our own lives as well.

So often, the things that the world considers to be joy giving are in very stark contrast to the message of the gospel. It is perhaps no more clearly illustrated than in our scripture reading for today. Looking at the political world, the business world, the financial world, the world of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Conflict While Walking In Love

Contributed by Chad Payne on Jan 18, 2003

When the inevitable conflict arises between believers, how can we address the issue and maintain a relationship of Godly love?

Introduction: Notice the word “brother” in verse 15. This is addressed to Christians. This is dealing with believers who are in conflict. In one Peanuts comic strip, Lucy demands that Linus change TV channels and threatens him with her fist if he doesn’t. “What makes you think you can walk right ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lettuce And Firetrucks

Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 29, 2003

Fellowship is important

Lettuce and Fire Trucks And when the Day of Pentecost was fully come, they were NOT all gathered together in one place. They had intended to be there but so many things interfered. Actually only 76 of the 120 could make it, and for some very good reasons too! Peter and his wife ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Blessed Are The Peace Makers

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 8, 2003

Blessed are the Peace Makers.

INTRODUCTION: Today’s study looks at what the Bible says about conflict and in particular, peacemaking. For a topical outline of the material covered, research Peacemakers ministry either through LifeWay or the Peacemakers’ website. A. In a fallen world conflict is inevitable (personal level). ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

"The Significance Of Communion In The 21st Century" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Oct 16, 2003

What is the significance of communion for me personally?

Iliff & Saltillo UM Churches October 5, 2003 “The Significance of Communion in the 21st Century” Luke 22:17-20 INTRODUCTION: There is a story told of a little church that had an unusual ritual every Sunday morning. When they sang the Gloria Patri they stood, turned to the right facing a blank ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:17-20, Luke 22:17-22

Denomination: Methodist

"Transfiguration--What Does It Mean?"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Feb 1, 2005

How can we understand the transfiguration today and why is it important for us?

February 6, 2005 Iliff and Saltillo UM Church "Transfiguration: What Does it Mean?" Mark 9:2-12 INTRODUCTION: Just prior to the transfiguration experience Jesus began to tell his disciples about his impending death and that he must suffer many things and be rejected by people. He ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-12, Mark 9:2-13

Denomination: Methodist

God Centered Living Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 30, 2006

Sermon three in a fourteen sermon series based on the popular Bible study by Henry Blackaby.

God made man with a purpose in mind. As man communed with God and followed His direction, God’s eternal purpose was accomplished through man as he lived in such a way as to bring glory to God; and man was blessed and fulfilled. Genesis 1:26-27 tells us how man was made. Man was made in God’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist