Sermons on Beauty Attracts:

Psalm 87 - A Psalm Of The Sons Of Korah – The Lord Loves The Gates Of Zion The City Of God Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 6, 2022

This beautiful Psalm speaks of the foundations of Zion as the City of God. The gates are the first thing seen when entering. Glorious prophecies are in this Psalm for the future for Jerusalem and some of the nations. The Names of Jerusalem are explored.

PSALM 87 - A PSALM OF THE SONS OF KORAH – THE LORD LOVES THE GATES OF ZION THE CITY OF GOD PSALM 87 - A PSALM OF THE SONS OF KORAH - A SONG Psalm 87 v 1 “His foundation is in the holy mountains.” This abrupt commencement to the Psalm could almost be a title for the Psalm. This is in praise ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:32, Jeremiah 33:16, Isaiah 19:16-25, Psalm 48:1, Psalm 2:6, Zechariah 14:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Blood-Stained Gospel Series

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 27, 2016

To abandon the blood-stained cross is to abandon the power of the gospel.

INTRO: 1. Mel Gibson’s movie called “The Passion of the Christ” has stirred a great deal of response throughout our nation…some I truly expected, some I find more disturbing. a. It came as no surprise to me when the press, which glorifies the filth and immorality of ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Blessing Of A Willing Vessel

Contributed by Joyce Scott on Mar 22, 2003

Mary’s blessing came as a result of her willingness to be used of God. I’m convinced that it is not our "fullness" that attracts God, but our "emptiness". If you are willing to be used of God, and learn to be emptied of "self", then God will use you to d

THE BLESSING OF BEING A WILLING VESSEL LUKE 1:28-30 WHEN GABRIEL, GOD’S ANGELIC MESSENGER APPEARED TO MARY WITH THE ANNOUNCEMENT HER RESPONSE REVEALED HER KEEN WILLINGNESS TO OBEY GOD. WHAT GOD’S WORD PROPOSED TO HER WAS EXTRAORDINARY AND UNUSUAL BUT UNIQUELY ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom From Addiction To Approval Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Apr 28, 2014

In order to free ourselves from obsessive attraction to approval and praise we must press the escape key: Embrace Grace Seek only the praise of God and Change our Story - let God re-write our personal narrative

We read Galatians chapter 1 together. Today we’re going to focus on just one verse from Galatians 1. 10 Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ. This is the first in a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-24

Denomination: *other

A Secret Weapon For Getting People To Want Jesus Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 19, 2018

In this passage Paul speaks of throwing his "heart wide open" to the Corinthians. Could it be that the deep relationships that will come from doing that might be the church's secret weapon for attracting people to Jesus in a culture overwhelmed by loneliness?

DANGER SIGNS ON CHURCH FRIENDSHIPS: Shallow conversation, safe prayer requests, and busy pastors. - Sometimes church members can be mean to each other, but even in good times many church friendships are characterized by their lack of depth. What are some of the signs? a. Shallow conversation. - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Drawn To Jesus-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 16, 2014

3 of 5. John recalled the manner by which Jesus’ disciples first became convinced that He was Messiah. Some will become Jesus' disciples. But What draws/attracts those disciples? Disciples are drawn to Jesus thru their…

DRAWN TO JESUS—III—John 1:35-51 Attention: We are drawn to certain actions by what we believe. John recalled the manner by which Jesus’ disciples first became convinced that He was Messiah. Some will be drawn to follow Jesus as Messiah/Christ. What draws/attracts disciples to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Baptist

Drawn To Jesus-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 16, 2014

2 of 5. John recalled the manner by which Jesus’ disciples first became convinced that He was Messiah. Some will become Jesus' disciples. But What draws/attracts those disciples? Disciples are drawn to Jesus thru their…

DRAWN TO JESUS—II—John 1:35-51 John recalled the manner by which Jesus’ disciples first became convinced that He was Messiah. Some will be drawn to follow Jesus as Messiah/Christ. What draws/attracts disciples to Jesus Christ? Why are disciples drawn/attracted to Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Baptist

Drawn To Jesus-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 7, 2014

4 of 5. John recalled the manner by which Jesus’ disciples first became convinced that He was Messiah. Some will become Jesus' disciples. But What draws/attracts those disciples? Disciples are drawn to Jesus thru their…

DRAWN TO JESUS—IV—John 1:35-51 Attention: My being drawn to the field of biological oceanography.—always fascinated with the ocean & with animals. I had no desire to be a tax consultant or an accountant—I can’t even imagine how tediously miserable I would be as either ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With The Mess Of Stress

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 27, 2020

What is stress? The Scripture presents stress as the state of mind wherein one is concerned about something or someone.

What is stress? In our definition of stress we discriminated between stress, stressor, stress reaction, and strain. * Stress = a general concept describing a "load" on the system, usually external, but can also be initiated internally. * Stressor = a specific problem, issue, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Series: Wow! Whose Beautiful Young Daughter Is That? (Part 7) I Will Not Marry Ruth And Pollute My Family – She’s Not My Type

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 9, 2020

Prejudice causes us to treat others as inferior which is inappropriate for a Christian. The Holy Spirit does not discriminate. God is no respecter of person. Jesus mingled with sinners. For the next of kin to reject Ruth because he did not want to stain his honor was prejudicial.

SERIES: WOW! WHOSE BEAUTIFUL YOUNG DAUGHTER IS THAT? (PART 7) I WILL NOT MARRY RUTH AND POLLUTE MY FAMILY – SHE’S NOT MY TYPE 1. Ruth 4:1 Meanwhile Boaz went up to the town gate and sat down there just as the guardian-redeemer he had mentioned came along. Boaz said, “Come over here, my friend, and ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-6, Ruth 2:4-5

Denomination: Charismatic

New Tongues For A New People

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: God has given us a beautiful gift from the Holy Spirit, and yet it has become one of the most controversial topics in the church today.

Introduction: God has given us a beautiful gift from the Holy Spirit, and yet it has become one of the most controversial topics in the church today. The Gifts of the Holy Spirit are still for today, they have not passed away with the apostles. Ephesians 4:11-16 I don't think we have all come in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:4

Dead Man Walking Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jan 24, 2003

The beauty of the gospel is displayed as Paul contrasts life before Christ to life in Christ and reveals to his readers a future to look towards and apurpose to live for.

“Dead Man Walking” Ephesians 2:1-10 Focus: The beauty of the gospel is displayed as Paul contrasts life before Christ to life in Christ and reveals to his readers a future to look towards and a purpose to live for. Function: To lead the congregation up close to this huge passage where we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paradise Lost And Regained

Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Oct 24, 2006

In the beauty of every season we can see glimpses of what God has in store for us. We can also see see the imperfection of the fall.

Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost 2006 Dr. Paul G. Humphrey Psalm 104 PS 104:1 Praise the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, you are very great; you are clothed with splendor and majesty. PS 104:2 He wraps himself in light as with a garment; he stretches out the heavens like a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

The Honored Vessel

Contributed by James May on Jun 27, 2007

It’s not the vessel of beauty and art that is honored in God’s house. It’s that vessel that bears the scars of battle and of service that God honors most.

The Honored Vessel Wednesday, June 27, 2007 Pastor Jim May I want to be an honored vessel in God’s House. It’s a privilege and an honor to be used by God in any fashion. I thank him for allowing me that chance. But before I can become a vessel at all there has to be a change in me. Before ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:2, Psalm 40:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Carpe Diem Seize The Day

Contributed by Oscar Destruge on Dec 29, 2010

The most wonderful treasures of this world are the relationships that we cultivate. The most beautiful gift that you can give to another human being is our time and affection.

Carpe diem Seize the day He came to His own, and His own people did not receive Him (John 1:11) December 26, 2010 We’ve all heard the saying: “You don’t appreciate what you have until you lose it.” This happens more frequently during Christmas, causing stress and depression. The running about ...read more

Scripture: John 1:11

Denomination: Methodist