Sermons on Aramaic:

God Sees You, Not Only As What You Are, But As What You Are Becoming

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 14, 2019

When Jesus met Simon, he named him "Peter", or "Rock", even though Peter's character at that time was decidedly un-rocklike. But Jesus saw what he would become, just as he sees as, not only as we are but as what we will become in Him.

The first thing we notice in these seven verses is the number of references to stones. Living stones. Precious stones. Corner stones. Stones that are chosen by God but rejected by men. A stone that causes people to stumble and fall. Now, think about that for a moment. Why would that be? Why would ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42, 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Tiny Things And Righteous Things - Advent

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Dec 3, 2006

Advent, first Sunday, kinda, sort of....We are righteous only because Jesus gives us righteousness. Also Isa 9:2-7.

A couple of years ago there was a school principal in West Virginia who banned Valentines day at his school –it was too disrupting. He refused all deliveries of candy and flowers, not even any of the faculty could give or receive cards or gifts. People could complain, but he made the rules…He was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Your Life In Control In An Out Of Control World

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 16, 2004

This message tells of personal experiences of the pastor facing personal experiences and how with God’s help he found victory.

Living Your Life in Control in an Out of Control World Daniel 1:6-2:45 Introduction: As I reflect back on my life a time in my life that was out of my control was when my parents separated. When I just happened to be playing at a neighbor’s house several blocks away from our home in Gypsum, KS. ...read more

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Bible - The Complete Book Of The Garden – .

Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 22, 2004

This sermon - gives an overview of God’s purposes being worked out in four particular Gardens in the scriptures - Eden - Gethsemene - The garden tomb and the garden in Revelation 22. It is a sermon that encourages the hearer to live the christian life to

The Bible - The complete book of the garden – . In my study I have a book called the Readers digest complete book of the garden. To be honest I have hardly read it and my gardening this year has been anything but complete. Heather has filled in for me as I got busier and busier. Today is Easter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dodgeball

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005

A message on how to stay in when life tries to knock you out.

DODGEBALL How To Stay In When Life Tries to Knock You Out 7/7/04 I. Introduction Twentieth Century Fox has just recently released the movie DODGEBALL. The story is about a small local gym that is threatened with extinction by a gleaming sports and fitness palace unless a group of social rejects ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Mothering God

Contributed by Tim Zukas on May 10, 2005

Mother’s Day - Female images of God in Scripture

I have a top 10 list of things that my mother taught me. 10. My mother taught me about the science of Osmosis. Shut your mouth and eat your supper. 9. My mother taught me forsight. Make sure that you wear clean underwear in case you are in an accident. 8. My mother taught me logic. Because ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:10-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Praise”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jun 30, 2002

July 7, 2002 -- SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 9 Psalm 145:8-15 (Psalm 145:8-14 NRSV) Color: Green Title: “Praise”

July 7, 2002 -- SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 9 Psalm 145:8-15 (Psalm 145:8-14 NRSV) Color: Green Title: “Praise” This is an alphabetic, each succeeding verse begins with the subsequent letter of the alphabet, song of praise. Verse thirteen, has the “m” and “n” lines “ in one verse, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Resurrection - The Real Reason For Hope And Optimism

Contributed by Don Schultz on Mar 27, 2002

What makes you hopeful and optimistic? Only one thing really works, and here it is.

John 20:10-18: THE RESURRECTION: THE REAL REASON FOR HOPE AND OPTIMISM This past week there was a major earthquake in Afghanistan – the death toll is pretty high, and it continues to rise. Earthquakes always mean trouble. But not always. On Easter morning, the Bible tells us that there was an ...read more

Scripture: John 20:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

When Confusion Clouds

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Mar 29, 2002

This is a sunrise service message which focuses on what we can learn from Mary Magdalene about how to recognize the voice of Christ through the clouds of confusion.

Sunrise Service When Confusion Clouds March 31, 2002 John 20:1-18 Intro: A. [Christ’s Alive and at Church Today, Citation: Peggy Key, Portage, MI. Today’s Christian Woman, "Heart to Heart."] While driving to church on Easter Sunday two years ago, I told my children the Easter story. "This is the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Road To The Cross

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Mar 24, 2003

This "triumphal entry" was actually a road of sorrow He chose for himself. It too was an inspiring sight for those who can see it for what it was.

THE ROAD TO THE CROSS Palm Sunday) © 1997 by Mark Beaird Text: John 12:9-19 It was one of the most inspiring sights of World War II. Four chaplains were standing on the deck of the USS Dorchester, hand-in-hand, singing the old hymn ...read more

Scripture: John 12:9-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Between The "Already" And The "Not Yet"

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION 1.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. We continue this morning in our study of the apostle Paul's exhaustive treatise on what has come to be called the Doctrine of S __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __, which is, we have learned, the life-long process whereby the Christian becomes more and more like Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

The Road To The Cross

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Mar 3, 2004

This "triumphal entry" was actually a road of sorrow He chose for himself. It too was an inspiring sight for those who can see it for what it was.

THE ROAD TO THE CROSS Palm Sunday) © 1997 by Mark Beaird Text: John 12:9-19 It was one of the most inspiring sights of World War II. Four chaplains were standing on the deck of the USS Dorchester, hand-in-hand, singing the old hymn ...read more

Scripture: John 12:9-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Anger

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Aug 23, 2003

Anger is something we all experience. How does the Bible deal with it? Our text says, "Be angry and do not sin ..." Let us deal with that today.

ANGER EPHESIANS 4:26 Be Angry, and yet do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger. [NASB] INTRODUCTION Who this week has been angry? Just out and out mad at someone or something? ▪ You have been stuck in a long traffic jam or you have got behind the slowest driver in the whole ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26

Denomination: Baptist

Giving With Attitude

Contributed by Fred Mueller on Dec 16, 2004

A sermon asking the church to examine its attitude toward giving.

Hillsborough Reformed Church at Millstone Preached at South Branch Ref. Ch. As Guest steward Pentecost XX October 17, 2004 Mt. 6:19-21, II Cor. 9:6-15 “Giving with Attitude” This morning I would like to talk to you about a few of the Bibles principles of stewardship. For some, they may come as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Psalm 62

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 24, 2003

Are you oppressed by many things: Bring it to Him Cultivate the RELATIONSHIP with HIM. a) Abide in HIM pray often and spend time listening b) Read the Bible hear and put into practice what the Bible teaches. c) Spend time with other Christians L

English Charismatic Fellowship July 1993 Psalm 62:2 He alone is my rock and my salvation He is my fortress, I will never be shaken. This evening I want to focus in on Christ alone is my rock , my salvation and my fortress. Three key words: 1. ALONE 2. ROCK 3. SALVATION (and with it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:1-2

Denomination: Anglican