Sermons on Attempt:

The Reality Of Opposition Series

Contributed by Scott Hippler on Feb 5, 2001

3/5 - Anytime that we attempt great things for God, oppostion is going to come

The Bible tells us to love our neighbors and also to love our enemies; probably because the are generally the same people. This was certainly true in Nehemiah’s time. His arrival in Jerusalem was a threat to those leaders and tribes and nations around him. A strong Jerusalem would endanger the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is The Son Of God? True Of False

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 23, 2004

Is Jesus the Son of God? is He the only Son of God? This sermon attempts to answer that question

Jesus is the Son of God – True or False? Introduction A. The movie “The Passion of Christ” has sparked many conversations B. You can turn on the talk shows, the news, and various other programs and hear people discussing the movie C. I do not recall a movie that has sparked this much debate, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Where Was God On September 11?

Contributed by Sunny Philip on Nov 1, 2001

An attempt to understand the incidents on September 11, 2001 based on the understanding of how the will of God works.

It is possible that all of us asked this question. No one should be blamed for asking it either. It was not an expression of unbelief. Just a cry from the pit of our hearts. Anyone who reads Bible regularly knows that we were not the first ones to ask this question. Israel asked, “Why do you hide ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:5-11, Deuteronomy 29:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Was God On September 11?

Contributed by Sunny Philip on Nov 12, 2001

An honest attempt to answer the question asked by millions in our society, since September 11.

It is possible that all of us asked this question. No one should be blamed for asking it either. It was not an expression of unbelief. Just a cry from the pit of our hearts. Anyone who reads Bible regularly knows that we were not the first ones to ask this question. Israel asked, “Why do you hide ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:2, Deuteronomy 29:29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Amazing Grace +

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 22, 2004

This message compares the simple beauty of grace with the futile attempt to "behave" our way to perfection.

AMAZING GRACE PLUS “WHAT A GOOD BOY AM I” (AN ORIGINAL SERMON BY ED SKIDMORE) MAY 26, 2002) TEXT: Mark 10:17 - 22 SCRIPTURE READING: Mark 10:17 - 22 INTRODUCTION: Little Jack Horner Sat in a corner, Eating a Christmas pie; He put in his thumb, And pulled out a plum, And said, What a good ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Going On In America

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Feb 11, 2004

The Passion of the Christ is only the tip of what a pagan culture is attempting to do in silencing the church.

Jon Meacham, managing editor for Newsweek magazine wrote a cover story entitled, “Who really killed Jesus?” editorializing what they described as Mel Gibson’s troubling movie, “The Passion of the Christ.” Troubling are the words of Meacham when he states, “Though countless believers take it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Vision

Contributed by Mark Kang on Jan 23, 2006

This is not an attempt to give you vision, but a practical on how to restore your own vision and faith.

"Your eye is the lamp of the body. When your eyes are good, your whole body also is full of light. But when they are bad, your body is also full of darkness." Luke 11:33 What is this passage saying? It’s saying that whatever you focus on, becomes your character. If you are always focussed on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:34-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Out Of The Pew

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 6, 2007

This sermon attempts to motivate Christians to get out of the pew and get involved in the ministry of the church.

Introduction: Every now and then I come across something that is so good I need to share it with you. This is the opening week of the College football season. Tennessee won their game with California yesterday, and UK plays Louisville tonight in their opener. So this is for those of you who are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

"What Are The Rules About Divorce?"

Contributed by Fred Mueller on Oct 11, 2006

A sermon dealing with the attempt of the pharisees to trap Jesus by asking his opinion about divorce.

Is it okay for a Christian to divorce? Is divorce a sin? If I get divorced, can I remarry? Just what are the rules about divorce? That’s what they asked Jesus. If this was a timely topic in Jesus’ day, it is at least as much now. I went to Google and typed in “divorce laws.” Google found ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:2-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Does It Take To Make The Rapture?

Contributed by James May on Apr 5, 2009

What relationship is there to faith and works and the Rapture? This message attempts to answer that question for new converts.

What Does it Take to Make the Rapture? Can a Born Again, Faithful Christian Miss the Rapture? By Pastor Jim May For some of you tonight who have been living for the Lord for a long time, you may find most of what I have to say tonight to be nothing new. I hope that is true for if it isn’t then ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blessed Are The Humble Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 18, 2011

In this text we want to ask and attempt to answer four questions concerning the poor in spirit.

“Blessed are the Humble” Matthew 5:3 In the last message we compared happiness and blessedness. So if I asked you this morning, “Are you happy?" Being the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing The Miracle Of Salvation Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 20, 2012

A Christian who never attempts to share his faith has embraced the Great Omission.

INTRODUCTION This is the final message in the series “Parables and Miracles.” This miracle wasn’t just one Jesus performed 2,000 years ago. It’s a miracle He is still performing. I want to examine the Great Commission under the title of “Sharing the Miracle of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Barbarians At The Gates

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 20, 2013

In Nehemiah we see that the world was attempting to infiltrate the faith and how Nehemiah dealt with this problem.

Barbarians At The Gates Nehemiah 13:1-31 Intro: Back in 1990 Bryan Burrough and John Helyar wrote a book titled Barbarians At The Gates. In 1993 that book was made into a movie. Some of you may have seen the movie. It was about the hostile takeover of RJR Nabisco by unwanted investors. As I read ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Accept One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 11, 2009

One of the keys to learning to accept one another is to attempt to treat each person as if they are Jesus.

Introduction: A. The story is told of an old, disheveled cleaning woman who visited a local church one day. 1. When the invitation was given at the end of the service, she went forward wanting to become a member. 2. The preacher listened as she told him how she believed in Jesus and wanted to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 2, 2011

Learning how to pray against those who attempt to harm you or your family.

A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist