Sermons on Awareness Of God:

"A Big Change In A Small Man"

Contributed by Ray Scott on May 20, 2004

In the story of Zacchaeus we see that we may not only have physical, but spiritual handicaps that keep us from seeing Christ. The change in his life was proof of his salvation.

“A Big Change In A Small Man” Luke 19:1-10 INTRODUCTION: Tell the story of Zach … SONG – “Zaccheus was a wee little man …” Luke 19:1-2 – “Jericho” – Jesus is on His way to Jerusalem … to the cross. Jericho is about 15 miles from Jerusalem. It was a big, rich city. There were 3 tax collection ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Pathway To Greatness Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 12, 2003

So what do we do about division among us? Let’s turn to the scripture to see what Jesus did and said. Jesus now shares with us three principles for achieving Greatness.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 61 The Pathway to Greatness Luke 22:23-27 “There was an uninvited guest at the meal, In fact, this guest is never invited (but often present). No one wants him around. Yet, he is so subtle, often no ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

Is There A Doctor In The House?

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jan 12, 2001

A topical study on Luke, the author of the third gospel.

Luke 1:1-4 Is There A Doctor In The House? Introduction George W. Bush took the oath of office as the 43rd president of the United States. It was an interesting election-to say the least! Newspapers and magazines had been flooded with articles analyzing the election results, especially the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Older Brothers Anonymous

Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Apr 5, 2001

In what ways are we like the Older Brother in the Parable of the Two sons?

You’ve heard of Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Gamblers Anonymous, Emotions Anonymous and Overeaters Anonymous. But have you ever heard of OLDER BROTHERS ANONYMOUS? Let’s take a quick poll -- How many of you were the baby in your family? Would you stand, please? Thank you. Please be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Methodist

One Man's Courage Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 4, 2003

Joseph of Arimathea demonstrated the courage to step-out and be counted for Christ.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 67 “One Man’s Courage” Luke 23:50-56 “The evangelist Billy Sunday use to tell of a professing Christian who got a job in a lumber camp that had a reputation of being very ungodly. A friend ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:50-54

Denomination: Baptist

On Time At The Door

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 18, 2003

Funeral sermon for Frank W. Jackson, Sr., former church sexton (janitor) and van driver.

I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than live in the tents of wickedness. I Frank Jackson was the very soul of dependability. If he was to be at a certain place at a given time, he was there. He was on time at the door, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Best Freinds Series

Contributed by W F on Sep 26, 2004

Jonathan and David show us how to build, strengthen and continue our friendships (Part 3 in "Fresh Lessons From Former Leaders.")

FRESH LESSONS FROM FORMER LEADERS “Jonathan and David - Best Friends” 1 Samuel 20 In yesterday’s West Australian Newspaper Hugh Mackay quotes an Edith Cowan University study which shows the depth of Australian anxiety and insecurity. In the land of the long weekend - - normally know for it’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-42

Denomination: *other

United Utopia Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Nov 17, 2005

If you are like me you dream of the Church being united. Being One. Being in that ideal utopian state

Acts 4:32-4:37 The United Utopia Introduction A. When I started really working on this message this week, I had a difficult time B. The more I read about it the more I was confused C. I look at book and stuff on the internet about it and either it really didn’t relate to the passage, or it just ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Why Am I Here? Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 16, 2007

If you will climb out of your rut and go out of your way to see who Jesus is, And if you welcome Him into your home, the way Zacchaeus did,you’ll discover the answer to the question, WHY AM I HERE?

Why> Series # 1 CHCC: September 17, 2006 Why am I Here? Luke 19:1-10 INTRODUCTION: The title of today’s sermon is “Why Am I Here?” I can’t hear that without remembering a Presidential Debate that happened a few years back. Ross Perot was running as an “Independent.” He chose an older ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Cost You To Be Christ's Disciple? Series

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Sep 29, 2007

Jesus Christ makes some radical demands on His followers. He put some tough standard to be one of His disciples. Jesus Christ doesn’t want to lower His standard.

What Cost you to be Christ’s Disciple? Luke 9:57-62 August 26, 2007 Sermon series: Following Christ Introduction In our first sermon in our series, Following Christ, we have learned of what does it means to live for Christ. We have been told that to live for Christ is to Place Christ above all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mission-Minded Living Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Feb 9, 2009

Missions is the heartbeat of Christianity. Yet, where do missions begin?

Mark 6:7-13 Mission-minded Living And He called the twelve to Himself, and began to send them out two by two, and gave them power over unclean spirits. 7 He commanded them to take nothing for the journey except a staff—no bag, no bread, no copper in their money belts— but to wear sandals, and not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Messiah Who Will Cost You Everything Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 1, 2009

When we decide to follow Jesus, we are surrenduring everything.

A Messiah Who Will Cost You Everything Text: Matthew 8:18-22 Introduction 1. Illustration: Salvation is free, ... but discipleship will cost you your life. — Dietrich Bonhoeffer 2. Illustration: In The Cost of Discipleship Dietrich Bonhoeffer wrote: “The cross is laid on every Christian. As we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:18-22

Denomination: Methodist

The Gold Standard Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 19, 2009

This sermon focuses on the Golden Rule and how we are to aply it in our lives

The Gold Standard Matthew 7:12 In 1860, a lithographer named Milton Bradley decided to invent a board game where people by playing it would learn life lessons. They would learn about the risks and the rewards in life and decisions and consequences. It was originally called “The Checkered Game of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Methodist

Why Islamic Terrorists Hate America

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 9, 2009

Some people don’t want America to be considered a Christian nation.

Why Terrorist Hate America, Part 3 Oct. 25, 2009 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Our nation is based upon religious freedom, & true Christians would never force conversion upon anyone (matter of personal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Grave Wasn’t The End

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009

Resurrection message.

The Grave Wasn’t the End Matthew 27:57-28:15 November 15, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Introduction This is the third Sunday in November, and normally we’re getting ready for Thanksgiving, with thoughts of grandma and grandpa, ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan