Sermons on Back And Forth:

Two In A Canoe (Or, Baking On The Brazos)

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 4, 2000

Encouragement for young couples

A true story "The mind of man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps." In his song, “Slip-Sliding Away”, Paul Simon asserts that, “God only knows; God makes His plan; the information’s unavailable to the mortal man.” A rather pessimistic attitude, since the information is not entirely ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:9

Denomination: Orthodox

Beyond Boundaries: The Relationship God Desires Series

Contributed by Jud Wilhite on Jun 27, 2007

I think the one thing that God has laid on my heart more than anything else over the summer is the basic desperate need we have for Him. From what is going on in the middle east, the terror alerts to the busyness we have in our lives and the frantic pace

I think the one thing that God has laid on my heart more than anything else over the summer is the basic desperate need we have for Him. From what is going on in the middle east, the terror alerts to the busyness we have in our lives and the frantic pace we live in – I was just reminded how much we ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 2:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taking The Floor Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 11, 2007

The crowds had looked for Jesus to be an earthly King... but when it became obvious He wasn’t going to be that, they turned their backs on Him and crucified Him. Jesus taught that His "Kingdom is not of this world." What can that mean to us?

OPEN: It’s basketball season and we’re in the midst of something called “the Road to the Final Four”. They started this weekend by singling the men’s college basketball teams down to 64 teams. Then they’ll winnow it down to 32. Then, they’ll have 16. Then 8. And then four teams. And last of all, ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Mission Statement Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 5, 2024

Only about 17% of church goers know what the Great Commission says. Why so few? And how can we not only know what it means, but do what it says?

Just before midnight on April 14th, 1915 – the British Ocean Liner Titanic struck an iceberg and sank in less than 3 hours’ time. To this day, the tragedy of the (supposedly) UNSINKABLE Titanic still captures our imagination. On April 15, the news spread that the “unsinkable” Titanic had hit ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love For The Undeserving Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 4, 2023

Why on earth would God have Hosea marry a prostitute? Was it merely a parable or a dream we're being told about? Or was this a real life harlot who God used for a lesson for Israel?

In 1990, there was a romantic comedy that hit big screen called “Pretty Woman”. It was marketed as a modern update of the story of Cinderella. Richard Gere played an unscrupulous businessman who was on a business trip and - on a lark - he picks up a hooker – played by Julia Roberts. As the ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Ready For A Turnaround Because Your Victory Is In Your Praise!

Contributed by Charles Jones on Jul 31, 2005

Everytime you and I praise God it is giving God an opportunity to Get us Ready For A Turnaround. Are you ready to confuse the enemy? Are you ready for a complete turnaround? Are you ready to get back what the enemy stole from you?

Get Ready For A Turnaround because your Victory is in your Praise! 2 Chronicles 20:1-30 V.22 Text by Bishop Charles Jones D.D. Here we read that the Moabites and their allies(the Ammonites and Edomites) have declared war upon Judah(Praise),and word has reached Jerusalem that a vast army ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30, 2 Chronicles 20:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Is The Prophetic Generation?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 27, 2012

Samuel represented a new generation—a righteous priesthood to replace that which was profaned. He was an uncompromised, prophetic voice of courage used by God to call the people back to His ways. God is going to raise up a new, prophetic voice of courage,

Opening illustration: A. W. Tozer pastored in the city of Chicago for many years. On one occasion when a new minister arrived in Chicago, Tozer called him and described the difficulty and spiritual warfare involved in pastoring is such a city. He said, “If you ever want to pray with me, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow The Way

Contributed by David Lewis on Dec 20, 2006

Evangelistic sermon on a Nativity Sunday

We have seen this morning that Jesus is the way, and that we should seek to follow the way. Whenever you go on a journey, the first thing to decide is where you are going! The disciples asked Jesus, “We do not know where you are going, and how can we know the way?” Jesus was talking about going ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Congregational

Breath, Part I Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Aug 25, 2007

Have you ever thought what it takes to be alive? Have you ever thought what it would take to be alive, in the Lord?

Title: Life, Everlasting – Part I: Breath Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10 In the movie, Frankenstein’s Monster, Dr. Frankenstein had his shady characters bring him lifeless bodies that had been recently buried. He then pieced these together and formed a huge man. Then, he raised the finished body up to ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Greatest Sin For A Believer

Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 17, 2009

This sermon is about Backsliding;Backsliding is when a born-again believer in Christ turns back to sin or becomes stubborn in his heart and refuses to submit to the will of God in his life,Backsliding is like carnality, in that your own desires and device

Backsliding is when a born-again believer in Christ turns back to sin or becomes stubborn in his heart and refuses to submit to the will of God in his life. The outward actions are only symptoms of the real problem -- the attitude of the heart -- which must be dealt with in order to change the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas Surprises

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 6, 2016

Christmas is meant to be a time of surprises, that's why we wrap up gifts! The first Christmas was definitely a big surprise: Jesus' parents,how He was born,who was notified, how He saved, and that He's coming back!

CHRISTMAS SURPRISES Luke 1:26-37 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A Jewish lady named Mrs. Rosenberg many years ago was stranded late one night at a fashionable resort - one that did not admit Jews. The desk clerk looked down at his book and said, "Sorry, no rooms. The hotel is full." 2. The Jewish lady ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Believing God Out Of Obedience And Hope Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Aug 5, 2008

Study throuhg the eleventh chapter of Hebrews; Abraham demonstrates one of the greatest examples of faith in the Bible. He believed God against all odds and he endured in his faith

Letting your Faith do the Walking part 3 Believing God out of Obedience and Hope Hebrews 11:8-10 Introduction Tonight we will continue out series on “Letting your faith do the walking”, tonight we will see the faith of Abraham, “Believing God out of Obedience and Hope.” Tonight by way of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

"Are You In A Storm"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 14, 2011

This sermon teaches how we can have joy in a storm and not fret. How we can not let our past failures in a storm dictate our future responses.

I love to watch a storm coming. I do not know if it was from all my days flying or the weather courses I took but a storm is impressive. Storms in our lives can arrive much the same way as storms clouds that bring rain and thunder. Matthew 8:23-27 “Then he got into the boat and his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Funeral Sermon - Eulogy For My Sister: Tammy Lynn Bounds Eaves

Contributed by Scott Bounds on Dec 20, 2009

A funeral sermon offering comforting words and stern warnings.

Tammy Lynn Bounds Eaves November 10, 1969 – December 17, 2009 OBITURARY Mrs. Tammy Lynn Bounds Eaves was born on November 10, 1969 and passed away on December 17, 2009 at Neshoba County General Hospital. She was preceded in death by her father Winfred C. Bounds. Those surviving her are her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:50-55

Denomination: Church Of God

Living The Life You Were Meant To Live

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 19, 2004

God does have a plan for every person He creates. Jeremiah the prophet gave this promise from the Lord: "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, "plans to propser you andnot to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:

Living the Live You Were Meant to Live Proverbs 16:14 “The Lord has made everything for His own Purpose.” Introduction January 11th Garfield Comic strip – Jim Davis The Garfield comic strip portrays a common Philosophy of Life. Garfield’s owner, “I gotta do something with my life.” Garfield ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 16:4

Denomination: Free Methodist