Sermons on Bats:

Hope For The Hopeless

Contributed by Kevin Jones on Feb 28, 2011

This sermon is from the story of the valley of dry bones and how that God is wanting to speak to that in your life which you have counted as dead or lost.

HOPE FOR THE HOPELESS Discouragement is dissatisfaction with the past, distaste for the present, and distrust of the future. It is the result of blindness. It is ingratitude for the blessings of yesterday, indifference to the opportunities of today, and insecurity regarding strength for tomorrow. ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding True Greatness

Contributed by David Henderson on May 25, 2011

How do we define greatness? We often look to the world for this defintion. We look for popularity, power and to other people. We must look at the right source....JESUS!

“Finding True Greatness” John 3:22-36 There are certain words we use that have a variety of meanings depending on how they are used. For example the word “fast” carries at least 15 different meanings. It can mean ... * the speed of a runner ...fast * to do without food. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

How Shall We Attain Lasting Peace?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 4, 2007

How Shall We Attain Lasting Peace? 1) By streaming to the Lord’s mountain 2) By walking in the Lord’s light

A bronze statue with the inscription: “Let us beat our swords into ploughshares” stands in the North Garden of the United Nations (UN) headquarters. The words, a slight paraphrase of Isaiah 2:4, express the sculpture’s hope that the UN would help the nations of this world find lasting peace. Is it ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

I Wrote His Mother!

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 14, 2014

A sermon for Mother's Day on Esther (Material adapted from John S. Connell at: http://sermons.pastorlife.com/members/UploadedSermons/sermon_2612.pdf)

HoHum: A commander of an infantry unit in Vietnam was frustrated in his efforst to make a soldier out of one particular PFC. The young man lagged behind on patrols, pretended to be ill, and managed to spend most of his time at headquarters. One day he changed his ways. When someone questioned ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The World Meets Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 20, 2014

When put on trial, Jesus stood before the world until they ask Him THE question, then the world stood before Jesus.

The World Meets Jesus Mark 14:53-65 • When I was student minister, I love to show the old 35mm movies. Only youth retreats we would routinely show to old movies. The opening night of youth retreat we would see a movie entitled “Without Onions,” and the closing night we would see a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:53-65

Denomination: Baptist

Whatcha Smilin’ About?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 12, 2014

Jesus teaches us that the best thing we have to smile about is our God-given faith in him.

Have you ever met someone who always seems to be smiling? They’ll be standing at the end of a long SuperStore checkout line and smile while everyone else looks slightly flustered. Or they’ll smile while eating an overdone steak while everyone else is grimacing as they chew. They will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-20

Denomination: Lutheran

The Bait Of Mis-Understanding...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 26, 2015

Discuss greater love? In minutes misunderstanding can destroy years of work. Ministry and church work can bring great irritation and frustration... STRIVE TO UNDERSTAND... Give of yourself...

MIS-UNDERSTANDING IS A TERRIBLE BAIT? TRY TO UNDERSTAND HOW IMPORTANT UNDERSTANDING IS... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. A. HURT PEOPLE HURT PEOPLE. I have been thinking about life: ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Times And Seasons 2 Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 20, 2014

Some seasons we hit the ball over the fence, some seasons we strike out horribly. This message is for those who feel like they have missed their season. David did twice, once led to adultery, and once almost led to his death. Don't miss your season.

Times and Seasons 2 Counsel for a season of striking out. PPT 1 Series Title Last week we began a new series on Times and Seasons and I gave 3 main points I will briefly recap them before we get into todays message. PPT 2 Summary points 1. In order to step into a new season of life we often ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Will ... Have A Closer Relationship With God Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jan 21, 2016

I will statements that we need to embrace in order to have a better relationship with God. Through the use of I will statements we can grow as Christians into more than we imagine

Last week we talked about starting with a clean slate, forgetting about the shoulda, wouldas , and coudas and focusing on the I wills, I cans, and the I ams. Today I want us to look at one of the most important things that we can do in our lives and that is to have a closer relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's Wrong With Halloween?

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 28, 2013

Have you ever wondered, "What's wrong with Halloween?" This message takes a Biblical examination of this holiday's origins and provides guidance on how Christians should view this "holiday".

What’s wrong with Halloween? (Ephesians 5:11-17 & Deuteronomy 18:9-12) Introduction Small detour from the current series in Acts for this week only Right up front - this message comes from a friend of mine, Pastor Jimmy Dillon, and is used with his permission. I first heard this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Under Open Heavens

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 20, 2016

Most christians don't realize the benifits of their redemption, nor can they over night, but we can all grow.

Living Under Open Heavens Genesis 28:10-16NKJB Willie Mays began his major league baseball career with only one hit in his first 26 at-bats. Though he went on to hit 660 home runs (third on the all-time list), and steal more than 300 bases, his debut was so unimpressive it seemed unlikely ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Arrogance Of Man Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on May 3, 2016

Our passage requires that we stay focused on the judgment to come to those who have offended God. For though Jesus has saved the elect from destruction, it nevertheless will come on the wicked.

Isaiah 2:12-22 The Arrogance of Man 8/20/00e D. Marion Clark Introduction Last week we considered the condition of Israel, or Judah. The nation was experiencing prosperity. She seemed to be secure militarily. And all this was taking place in the midst of rampant idolatry and mixing in other ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:12-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't For Your Own Good.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 11, 2020

Don’t give yourself over to unusual appetites, but live modestly, don’t give yourself over to fleeting success stories, live by what has been proven to you through your scriptural upbringing.

Don’t—For Your Own Good Proverbs 23:1-18NLT “Don’t give yourself over to unusual appetites, but live modestly, don’t give yourself over to fleeting success stories, live by what has been proven to you through your scriptural upbringing.” P.H Proverbs 23:1-3NLT While dining with a ruler, pay ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-21, James 1:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Team Sport Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 13, 2020

Holiness is often misunderstood. It has been abused to try to enforce rules. So, what is Holiness? Is it possible? Why is it so difficult? Why does it seem to be such a mess?

Pt. 2 - A Team Sport I. Introduction Last week we talked about the Hall of Fames that over 200,000 people visit annually to catch a glimpse of a glove or a helmet. Have you ever watched one of the induction ceremonies? Individuals stand on a stage receiving the honor of a lifetime and they spend ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gospels Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 2, 2019

The Gospels are meant to showcase the life and ministry of Jesus Christ and the reason for his coming.

1 The Gospels- Matthew 5:17-19 INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today as we continue our Binge Reading the Bible series by turning to an exciting section of the Bible, the Gospels! • In this series, we have been examining how God speaks to us through the various sections of the Bible. • The Gospels ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ