Sermons on Astray:

Birthdays Are Special (Pentecost)

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 18, 2018

Pentecost is the birthday of the church...some may think Christmas should be, others think that Good Friday maybe a good day...(some thoughts from Rev. Ken Klaas) A brief intro to Pentecost and the work of the Holy Spirit

In Jesus Holy Name May 20, 2018 Text: Acts 1:8 Pentecost “Birthdays Are Special” This past weekend while Colleen and I were at the California Nevada Hawaii District convention we had a special dinner with our son’s family. It was our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

The Devil Made Me Do It!

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 9, 2018

Adam and Eve show us what NOT to do when it comes to sin. Instead of trying to hide from God and shift the blame, confess your sin to God, repent of your wrong by turning back to God, and receive God's total forgiveness. Only then will you find peace.

Genesis 3:8-15 The Devil Made Me Do It! After reviewing their finances, a husband and wife decided it was time to tighten up, to spend less and save more. A day later, the wife was out shopping and found the dress of her dreams. It cost way too much, but she had to have it. When she showed it to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Gives Us Favour Series

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Feb 29, 2016

Worldly favour is fickle, but divine favour, grace, is God's "I'm for you" attitude. Learn how to receive it and grow in it like Jesus

Favour is a fickle thing in the world. In the Lion the witch and the wardrobe, there is a scene where Edmund is betraying his family. He is a King of Narnia, but doesn't know it. The evil Queen has offered him the chance to be a prince, if he brings the rest of the family to her. She wants to kill ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52

Denomination: Charismatic

~ Choich Of Words~ Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 30, 2014

The Colossian assembly's membership was made up mostly of Gentiles. (1:21, 27; 2:13). ~ The church at Colossi is not mentioned in the book of Acts. ~ Nothing is said of its size, there's no historical record of it. ~ It was distroyed by an earth Quake.

# 11~COL.3: 21-25 ~4:1-6 ~ CHOICH OF WORDS~ 2-2-14 * Let me refresh our memory a little bit about Colossians. "Colossians", is one of the 3 Prison Epistles, {Ephesians- Philippians -- Colossians} and was written from Rome 61--63 a.d. while Paul was in prison. ~ ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Am...the Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on Apr 2, 2014

Jesus is the Good Shepherd.

THE I AM… STATEMENTS OF JESUS. There are many things about the Gospel of John that are unique and sets it apart from the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke. One of the distinctive characteristics of John’s Gospel is the highlighting of the “I AM…” statements of Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Journey Through James #1: The Half-Brother Of Jesus

Contributed by C Jordan on May 6, 2014

The life of James, the half-brother of Jesus, is a great example for us to follow. Even though initially he didn’t believe in Jesus, he went on to trust Him as Saviour and Lord, and became a passionate, committed disciple of Jesus.

JOURNEY THROUGH JAMES #1: THE HALF-BROTHER OF JESUS INTRO TO TOPIC: • Can you imagine what it would have been like to share a bunk bed with Jesus as a kid? • When I was a kid, I had two younger sisters, so I never had to share a room with them. • Maybe Jesus and his brothers ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-17

Denomination: *other

The Credentials Of The Apostle Peter (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 25, 2014

A sermon examining the credentials of a true minister.

THE CREDENTIALS OF THE APOSTLE PETER (Part 2 – His Message) II Peter 1:16-21 Recently a former top U.S. diplomat who once served as U.S ambassador was arrested and charged with being a foreign agent of Cuba. For over 40 years, Victor Manuel Rocha allegedly spied on behalf of Cuba’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Abide In Christ By Andrew Murray

Contributed by David Leach on May 31, 2014

The warnings in scripture of those once alive to God but who become permanently dead

Gen 2:17 ...In the day that you eat of it (you disobey Me) you will surely die. Gen 3:4 Then the serpent said to the woman, “You will not surely die". 2 Co I 1:3 ...as the serpent deceived Eve that your minds may be corrupted Rom 8:2 ...The Iaw of sin and death. 1 Co 15:56 The sting of death ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Message From The One We Serve Series

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 25, 2013

The series of messages on End Times for Today will take the words from Revelation chapter by chapter and reveal the blessings that are promised within these pages.

Introduction If you would someone the question, what is God like? How would they answer? How if I would ask you the same question how would you answer the question, what is God like? Now most Christians would probably agree that God is like Jesus. Because, Jesus Himself said: “He that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Micah - True Worship Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 4, 2013

True worships relates, it is a relationship, not rituals. True worship obeys. To obey is better than sacrifices. True worship impacts. It changes your life and influences others.

God has chosen to bless His people Israel and through them, the world. • They were set apart to worship God and be His witnesses to the nations. • But sadly, the people have gone astray. God was pleading His case, calling the mountains and hills to be His witnesses. • 6:3 ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Response Of Saving Faith-11

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 20, 2013

11 of ? The Hebrews writer recounted the very practical responses which faith had wrought in their forebears/ancestors. Saving faith yields practical responses to life. Saving faith meets life’s challenge with...

A RESPONSE Of SAVING FAITH-XI—Hebrews 11:3-40 Attention: People we recognize as spiritually standing above others. Faith’s response to life’s challenges We indeed bring something of value to the table when we are saved! The Hebrews writer sought to encourage & exhort his readers(hearers) by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:3-40

Denomination: Baptist

Focusing On God's Ability

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 4, 2014

God is able to do what man is unable to do.

Thank you Rev. S. Williams FOCUSING ON GODS ABILITY Much of this sermon was inspired by Tim Kelleys sermon 4 Things Christ Is Able To do FOCUSING ON GODS ABILITY Matthew 9:28 I. INTRODUCTION THE THEIFS INTENTIONS In the 10th chapter of the book of John, Jesus tells the familiar parable of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Making Sense Out Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 30, 2014

WE often make mistakes about suffering simply because we do not understand suffering. This messge gives 5 reasons for suffering

MAKING SENSE OUT OF SUFFERING Acts 28:1-16 When they had been brought safely through, then we found out that the island was called Malta. 2  The natives showed us extraordinary kindness; for because of the rain that had set in and because of the cold, they kindled a fire and received us all. 3  But ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Hear Ye Hear Ye

Contributed by Judith Hand on Jul 8, 2014

The parable of the Sower story with four responses by the hearers: Pay it no mind, A Passing Interest, Too Preoccupied, Perceptive and Productive.

Most of the time in church, the focus is on the speaker and how well they are prepared to present the message. But today we have a parable about the HEARERS and how they receive the word of God. So listen up because it is all about YOU this morning. Hearing is an act of responsibility, so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Methodist

5 Character Qualifications For Deacons

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 12, 2014

A sermon talking about church leadership especially deacons (Material adapted from Alexander Strauch's book, The New Testament Deacon)

HoHum: The little church suddenly stopped buying from its regular office supply dealer. So, the dealer telephoned Deacon Brown to ask why. "I'll tell you why," shouted Deacon Brown. "Our church ordered some pencils from you to be used in the pews." "Well, interrupted the dealer, "didn't you receive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ