Sermons on Astonishing:

The Mary Factor: Pondering Jesus

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 14, 2003

"But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart" (Luke 2:19).

A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 2:19, 51 1. Mary pondered after the Shepherd’s visit, outside influence. "But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart" (Luke 2:19). 2. Mary pondered after twelve year old Jesus taught in the temple, inside influence. "His mother kept all these sayings in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:19-51

Denomination: Baptist

Directions For Living

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Aug 25, 2005

The Bible and its relevance for our life

“The new minister was asked to teach a boys’ class in the absence of the regular teacher. He decided to see what they knew, so he asked who knocked down the walls of Jericho. All the boys denied having done it, and the preacher was appalled by their ignorance. At the next deacons’ meeting he told ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Heartfelt Preaching

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Jan 20, 2007

PETER PROCLAIMS SALVATION TO THE UNBELIEVING JEWS HIS MESSAGE IS A MESSAGE OF REPENTANCE WHICH LEADS TO SALVATION

ACTS CH 2 VS. 36--ACTS CH 2 VS 41 HEARTFELT PREACHING INTRODUCTION: PETER’S SERMON AMOUNTS TO ABOUT FIVE MINUTES OF PREACHING, BUT WITHIN THOSE FEW VERSES OF SCRIPTURE WE FIND A MULTITUDE OF GOSPEL TRUTHS. HE PRESENTS AN IRREFUTABLE ARGUMENT TO THE UNBELIEVING JEWS. REMARKABLE HOW JUST A SHORT ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-41

Denomination: Baptist

Faith

Contributed by Stev Ashe on Oct 30, 2012

Faith how and why.

FAITH Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is being sure of what we hope(expect with desire) for and certain of what we do not see. Mark 11: 24 Therefore I say to you, Whatever you desire, when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you shall have them. I. Examples of faith. Matthew 8: 5 When Jesus had ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sharing A Discovery Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 2, 2012

Andrew and Philip encounter Jesus and catch a glimpse of who he is and of what God is doing. They share their discovery with family and friends and thus become an example of sharing our faith with others. Though they do not fully understand, still they ch

John 1:43-51 “Sharing a Discovery” INTRODUCTION According to statistics Christianity is the world’s largest religion. Christians number 2.1 billion people, or approximately 33% of the world’s population. I realize that this is probably an exaggerated figure. There are ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

Fervent Prayer Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 15, 2012

In this brief study we will take a walk through the book of Acts highlighting some of the more significant verses and ideas presented by Luke. I have drawn some material from "Act Normal" by Scott Wilson.

Acts Pt9- Fervent Prayer Introduction Driving down the road- car in front veers off into a lake- people in danger of drowning- what would you do? You would intervene on their behalf. Review/Recap Act 10- Story of Cornelius- Roman Centurion, Gentile- we see God grant salvation to the ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Have You Gone To The Doctor Lately?

Contributed by Marian Marrero on Mar 2, 2010

Being or becoming a member in God’s network and receiving the full benefits

Have you gone to the Doctor Lately? Hello my friends this the word I shared at Iglesia Nueva Vida in MD on Sunday Of course the Lord adds more while Im preaching. Amen for that Be blessed and receive your your healing in Jesus name! Have you gone to the Doctor Lately? Many people are afraid ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43-48

Denomination: Christian Church

God’s Anointing For The Battles In 2010

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 21, 2010

o I want to share with you a battle plan from God. God’s anointing in our life will give us the victories in 2010. o The anointing of God is a divine enabler. o It is God’s supernatural ability added to our natural ability, giving us supernatural abil

Introduction o I want to encourage you this morning. The Battle is the Lord’s. We can take great relief that God is on our side and we cannot fail. We have the victory. o I want to share with you a battle plan from God. God’s anointing in our life will give us the victories in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Eat A Scroll, Be A Watchman! Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Feb 24, 2011

God emphasizes that Ezekiel is responsible for procaliming the message--not for the response others would have towards it!

Ezekiel 3 is really a continuation of chapters 1 and 2 describing God’s call to Ezekiel. Ezekiel was among the exiles in Babylon who were discouraged and depressed. According to Psalm 137 they were even refusing to praise God as they sat by the rivers (Flowing streams were places of worship ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Three Encouraging Things Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009

This is an expository sermon based on Phillipians 1.12-20.

Text: Phil 1.12-20 Introduction: Paul was in jail when he wrote this letter and yet he is full of joy. Just like Paul we all have bad times and times of discouragement. Read “You Know it’s a Bad Day when… You know it’s going to be a bad day when: * You turn on the morning news and they’re ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

01 Living Worry Free Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 23, 2008

Three steps to worry free living. ❶ Watch Your Passions ❷ Know There Will Be Problems ❸ Seek His Purpose

- In a 2005 message entitled, “What Katrina Can Teach Us,” Max Lucado stated, “We were barely into the new millennium - Towers falling in NYC & planes crashing into the Pentagon & the PA farmland. - Bombs over Baghdad - The tsunami – a roaring wave that sucked life & innocence out to sea. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Knowledge Of God

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Mar 1, 2008

God has lavished spiritual blessings on us. He tells us that our calling, our hope, our forgiveness, our redemption, our inheritance, the sealing, preserving, protection and mark of ownership is all for God’s glory.

The Knowledge of God - Ephesians 1:15-17 Intro.: The more I study Paul’s writings, the more I understand those who are drawn to him 2000 years after his death. Paul is so filled with power and love, that he can’t even say ‘hello’ without bursting into praise. “Grace to you and peace from God our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-17

Denomination: Charismatic

"X” Marks The Spot

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 12, 2008

EXPECTATION IS THE BIRTHPLACE OF THE MIRACULOUS

“X” MARKS THE SPOT 7/12/07 Mark 2:1-12 1 And again he entered into Capernaum, after some days; and it was noised that he was in the house. 2 And straightway many were gathered together, insomuch that there was no room to receive them, no, not so much as about the door: and he preached the word ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Have A Dream!

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 3, 2006

I want to talk to you about dreams! Specifically, the dream that God has given me for this youth ministry. This morning, when I woke up Caleb to get him ready for school, he mumbled, “Can I just finish my dream?” We all want to finish our dreams.

I HAVE A DREAM! (VISION 2006-2007) OPENING: Tonight I want to talk to you about dreams! Specifically, the dream that God has given me for this youth ministry. This morning, when I went to wake up my son Caleb to get him ready for school, he mumbled, “Can I just finish my dream?” We all want ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: *other

Class Is In Session! Series

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jun 23, 2013

Jesus teaches Peter a lesson

Luke 5:1-11-So it was, as the multitude pressed about Him to hear the word of God, that He stood by the Lake of Gennesaret, and saw two boats standing by the lake; but the fishermen had gone from them and were washing their nets. Then He got into one of the boats, which was Simon’s, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist