Sermons on Arising From Obscurity:

Close To Sinners, Far From Sin Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Nov 13, 2005

25th in series on Joshua. This is about avoiding evil, but still being near unbelievers. Somehow Jesus was holy, even though He was near unholy people. It must be possible for us too.

Joshua 23:1-16 – Close to Sinners, Far From Sin There’s an old story about a man who tried to save the city of Sodom from destruction by warning the citizens. But the people ignored him. One day someone asked, “Why bother everyone? You can’t change them.” “Maybe I can’t,” the man replied, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

What If Jesus Had Not Risen From The ?

Contributed by Arthur Good on Nov 25, 2002

What if there had been no resurrection? How miserable would our lives be? Thoughts to ponder on Resurrection Sunday.

WHAT IF JESUS HAD NOT RISEN FROM THE ? 1 Corinthians 15:12:22 (NLT), Matthew 28:1-8, Mark 16:1-7, Luke 24:1-7, 20:1-10, Acts 2:22-36 Introduction: One of the most vital points of our Christian faith is that of Jesus’ bodily resurrection from the . If the sacrifice of Christ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Neighbours From Heaven Mark 2

Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 18, 2002

An update and revision of a sermon i wrote last year and is also on Sermon central. It is an attempt to help those who feel that they would not be accepted by God to see that even a clumsy person like - Mr Bean or Dumb and dumber can be accepted by Christ

Christmas Day. JN 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. JN 1:3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of men. 5 The light ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Where's Your Help Coming From?

Contributed by Kymone Hinds on Jan 4, 2003

We need to recognize who sustained us through our past and be faithful to Him in the future.

Where’s Your Help Coming From? Psalm 124 December 28th, 2002. I can picture the processional party of pilgrims passing through the pleasant countryside. From all different walks of life, they come. Some are common shepherds who had toiled all year round under the brisk, bleak blanket of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:1-8

Denomination: Adventist

Do You Suffer From Comparisonitis?

Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Jan 7, 2003

I don’t think that comparisionitis is actually a word, but boy did my congregation listen to it. Because we all have the tendcy to compare ourselves to someone or something. In this message we look at danger of the deadly disease I call "Comparisionitis"!

DO YOU SUFFER FROM “COMPARISONITIS”? By: Pastor Ron Crandall INTRO: All of us have a dislike for diseases or illness’ or something that is like a destructive process in an organism. We do not like suffering, We do not like the bearing of pain or distress. When we have a deficiency in an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From A Storm Pt. 1

Contributed by Robert Dyson on Jan 13, 2003

This sermon is designed to provide instructions to belivers about dealing with difficult situation that develop in life.

MT 14:22 Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowd. 23 After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, 24 but the boat was already a considerable ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From A Storm Pt. 2

Contributed by Robert Dyson on Jan 13, 2003

This sermon is designed to encourage believers to respond positively when we face the difficulties of life.

Into: The storms of life are liken unto a grain sifters, it matters not what you start with it but rather it is all about what is left when the shaking stops. Many of us are going through a lot of shaking, and some of the people we thought would be left when the shaking stops are gone. Some of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

"Not Far From The Kingdom Of God”

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 13, 2003

When the time runs out in the life of an individual, “coming close” to the kingdom of God leads to far more than disappointment...it ends in eternal separation from God.

“NOT FAR FROM THE KINGDOM OF GOD” "Then one of the scribes came, and having heard them reasoning together, perceiving that He had answered them well, asked Him, "Which is the first commandment of all?" Jesus answered him, "The first of all the commandments is: ’Hear, O Israel, the LORD our God, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34, Mark 12:34

Denomination: Baptist

Practical Lessons From Impractical Parades

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003

Entering Jerusalem Jesus teaches us much

I magine that most of us have been to the Rose Festival Parade at some time in our lives and sat along MLK and waited for the floats and bands to come along. Some of us have gotten there just before it started. Others have purchased seats from which to view it and still others of us have spent the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Transformation - Four Lessons From Paul.

Contributed by John Gullick on Nov 18, 2003

A sermon that begins with a small script - acted or read and discussess four keys to transformation as seen in Saqul’Pauls Damascus road experience. I left in a couple of NIV studies on Paul for those who may find it helpful.

Tom – Your tea is on the table!!!!! Yes, yes!!! I’m coming – be there in a minute. Tom , I’ve been slaving over a hot stove you get here this minute young man!!!! Yes – I have only one more nut to put on Mum then I’ll be there!!! Tom – What are you doing? Well I lost the nut – it must be here ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Message From A Ball Of String

Contributed by David Haun on Dec 22, 2003

This is a visual sermon to illustrate the vastness of God’s eternity and our place in it. The delivery will require movement around the chancel, but the visual impact can make a strong influence on your listeners.

OLD TESTAMENT SCRIPTURE Psalm 8 :3-9 (New Living Translation) 3 When I look at the night sky and see the work of your fingers--the moon and the stars you have set in place-- 4 what are mortals that you should think of us, mere humans that you should care for us? 5 For you made us only a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:3-9, Matthew 10:29-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Draw Water From The Wells Of Salvation

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 2, 2003

LENT 4(C) - With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation both constantly and thankfully.

DRAW WATER FROM THE WELLS OF SALVATION ISAIAH 12: 1—6 MARCH 30, 2003 ISAIAH 12 1In that day you will say: "I will praise you, O LORD. Although you were angry with me, your anger has turned away and you have comforted me. 2Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Where Do I Come From? Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 8, 2003

This sermon explores the question of origins from Genesis 1.

Daddy. Where do I come from? There are few questions that teach a parent that they are not ready for parenting more than that one. For many of you that question was asked of you in a time before all the wonderful Christian resources that help answer that question existed. This morning I am not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2: Learning From Failure

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 11, 2003

Abraham’s Journey of Faith

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Abram was the Friend of God, also called A Man of Faith, but was also a man of failure. 2. God called Abram to the land. "Abram departed as the Lord had spoken to him" (12:4). But God didn’t call him to Egypt. (silence). 3. Two strengths. Two things reflected Abram’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Week 32 The Beast From The Earth Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Apr 11, 2003

Week 32 in a Wednesday evening study through the book of Revelation

WEEK 32 “The Beast from the Earth” Date: March 19, 2003 Place; Allendale Baptist Text: Revelation 13:11-18 In our last study, as we began the 13th chapter, it introduced us to the “beast from the sea”. We identified him as being the Antichrist. He is a man that is fully indwelt and empowered by ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-18

Denomination: Baptist