Sermons on Authority Scripture:

Mary: How To Trust God In Times Of Crisis Series

Contributed by Rick Long on Feb 12, 2004

First in the series "Meet the Cast." Mary’s life as we see her through scripture and through this amazing film, teaches us a great deal about how to trust God in times of crisis.

In Mel Gibson’s movie “The Passion of the Christ” we are introduced to the story of Jesus of Nazareth’s last 12 hours in a very vivid, graphic and brutally honest way. For many of us who have devoted our lives to sharing the gospel, this was, in some way, vindication. Because no matter how much ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Psalm 77:12-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love: Fruit Of The Spirit & Advent Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 10, 2007

Instead of writing new words for the Christmas story, finding new bits of humor, finding a new “angle”, this sermon shares the old words. It is all Scripture and carol lyrics put together to tell the story.

Love: Fruit of the Spirit & Advent #4 assorted December 19, 2004 Intro: As I sat down to prepare a message for today, the final Sunday of preparation for our celebration of the entry of God into human experience, I searched for stories that would remind us of the real meaning of Christmas. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Offer Of Living Water

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Mar 24, 2007

It is always profitable for our souls to read about the conversion of a sinner by God’s grace. It is especially profitable to read and study the stories of God’s converting grace given to us in the pages of Holy Scriptures

The Offer of Living water John 4:1-14 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCAS, Daraga Albay March 18, 2007 Introduction It is always profitable for our souls to read about the conversion of a sinner by God’s grace. It is especially profitable to read and study the stories of God’s converting grace ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Constant Gardener

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Oct 24, 2006

On of the great pictures of God that we find in scripture is that of a caring and meticulous gardener. He does to us whatever it takes to get us producing to our full potential, if we submit ourselves to his care.

Ever met someone who loves to garden. As soon as the season begins they are out churning the soil, carefully planting each seed, making sure the right plants are in the right places for optimum growth, there are so many things to think about if you are a gardener. It is an art and a good gardener ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Your Access Is Granted

Contributed by Bradley Thom on Oct 30, 2006

Reformation Day sermon around the notion of passwords and PINs. Martin Luther, through his new awareness of scripture found access to God through Jesus Christ and the grace and mercy we receive in him.

Your Access is Granted How many passwords and PIN numbers do you have? The other day I did a little tally and realized I have at least 20. We’ve all got them whether we fully realized it or not. Even if you don’t have a computer, but have a bank account, you have a personal identification number ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Assurance Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 2, 2006

Assurance of salvation comes from understanding the plan of salvation, recognizing God’s unchanging love, obedience to God, love toward others, self-examination, the promises of Scripture and the internal witness of the Holy Spirit.

Sermon Series on First John, “Collecting Evidence of Faith” >“Assurance” I John 5:13-21 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Outline: •Confident Condition, verse 13 •Confident Prayer, verse 14-15 •Confident Confrontation, verses 16-17 •Confident Conduct, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Congregational

Thanksgiving - Rejoicing With Those Who Rejoice

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 15, 2001

I’m convinced that one of the most difficult things that the Scripture asks us to do is found in Romans 12:15. That verse says, “Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.”

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2014) ILL. It’s Thanksgiving Day & the aroma of roast turkey fills Charlie Brown’s house. Snoopy, outside, lying on top of his doghouse, smells that aroma, & he is thinking, “It’s Thanksgiving Day. Everybody eats turkey on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:15, Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our First Response Series

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Oct 24, 2003

What do we do when we have a problem? The Scripture is clear, and yet it is our our natural first response. The Bible tells us that our first response should be to pray. Why?

In the film, The Perfect Storm, a true story about an ocean going fishing boat that went off the coast of Massachusetts, way out into a storm. They didn’t go out into a storm but a storm developed in the ocean there, the North Atlantic. And they were trying to get back through the storm. And if ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Lunar Eclipse Of The Christian

Contributed by Sam Martin on Aug 12, 2002

Notice what the scriptures says to us, as Christians. “Ye are the light of the World…” Then we find also that Jesus said, “I am the light of the World…” Now is Jesus the light of the world or are we the light of the World?

Text: John 9:5 John 8:12 Introduction: Notice what the scriptures says to us, as Christians. “Ye are the light of the World…” Then we find also that Jesus said, “I am the light of the World…” Now is Jesus the light of the world or are we the light of the World? Let’s look in the book of ...read more

Scripture: John 9:5, John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting For A Hot Ride Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 27, 2012

How many times did God’s people cross water that had parted for them? And what does this simple trivia question tell us about God’s main message in Scripture?

OPEN: I love trivia. I enjoy all kinds of trivia games. AND being a preacher, I especially love Bible trivia. In fact, I’ve even came up with my own Bible trivia question that I use sometimes to stump other preachers once in awhile. The Question: “How many times in Scripture did people cross ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sabbath Rest Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 1, 2011

A sermon on Hebrews 4:1-11 on rest (Outline and some material taken from Maclaren’s Expositions of Holy Scripture called, "Entrance into God’s Rest" on Hebrews 4:9-10)

Introduction: Bring children up front and do “Take a Day of Rest” from Sermons 4 Kids. WBTU: So far in Hebrews we have talked about how Christianity is better than Judaism, and how Christ is better than angels and Moses. In these verses we talk about rest, a better rest. From ch. 3 and 4 we know ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral For A Godly Woman

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 26, 2012

1. Thank God for her devotion to her family. 2. Thank God for her demonstration of her faith. -She rejoiced in serving. -She relied on the Scripture. -She gave reverence to her Savior.

Funeral for a Godly Woman: Mrs. Opal Self Proverbs 31:10-31 Sermon by Rick Crandall Kilpatrick / McClendon Baptist Church - Aug. 10, 2012 *We are going to miss Opal Self. It is always hard to lose someone we love, especially when that someone is someone like Opal. But in the midst of our grief, we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Sword Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by James Parker on Jul 12, 2011

This morning we will look at the second part of verse 17, which deals with the “Sword of the Spirit” Let’s once again read our scripture verses 10-18…

The Whole Armour of God Ephesians 6:10-18 “The Sword of the Spirit” Well we are getting close to the end of our study of the whole armour of God. Last week we considered the “helmet of Salvation” We noted that it was not that we had any part in our salvation, but that if we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Keep The Faith

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 16, 2008

In our text, we are told how we can keep the faith and be more active in the living the faith. 1- Remember scripture 2- Pray much 3- Wait patiently 4- Demonstrate mercy

INTRO.- ILL.- Adoniram Judson sweated out Burma’s heat for 18 years without a furlough, six years without a convert. Enduring torture and imprisonment, he admitted that he never saw a ship sail without wanting to jump on board and go home. When his wife’s health broke and he put her on a homebound ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Should We Live A Godly Life? Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 23, 2008

Today from this passage of scripture the apostle Peter will outline for us in a very passionate plea to live a Godly life, and from this passage will see three reasons why we should live a Godly life.

Why Should we live a Godly Life? 1 Peter 2:11-12 Introduction We live in a day and time when the flesh or the sinful nature is exalted and evil desires are honored. In our day and time a person’s value or worth and image are so often determined by how they posses, by how much money they have, how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist