Sermons on Become:

The Worm And The Butterfly

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 24, 2002

The change that takes place in a Christian’s heart should be able to be compared to the change that happens when a worm becomes a butterfly.

So much can be drawn, by analogy, from the butterfly. A. Who here has never been drawn to the beauty and grace and freedom of the butterfly? 1. Granted, they have their mortal enemies, but if the butterfly could think and reason...what butterfly would want to give up all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Baggage Of Guilt Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Jan 16, 2008

How to overcome the guilt of your past.

“The Baggage of Guilt” January 13, 2008 Me: We all carry baggage. It weighs us down and burdens us so that we are not able to do what we would really like to do. (Use luggage to demonstrate). Traveling through the airport with Alana and the kids trying to make the plane with a bunch of baggage ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Stop Complaining

Contributed by Akinsanya Adubi on Feb 2, 2008

Complaining is a sin and God hates it.It displeases Him and makes Him to send His wrath on us. Complaining also means that we are rejecting God as our Lord, it weakens our spirits and makes us to be sad and feel dejected.

LET US STOP COMPLAINING Text: Lamentations 3:22-40 22 Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. 23 They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. 24 I say to myself, "The LORD is my portion; therefore I will wait for him." 25 The LORD is good ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Ruin To Rescue

Contributed by Judith Hand on Feb 4, 2008

From original sin to redemption this sermon traces Adam’s sin and death-sentence to Jesus’s victory over temptation and death.

From Ruin to Rescue Gen 2:15-17 1st test – First man Matt 4: 1-11 2nd test – Second man Romans 5:12-19 Final exam -perfect grade If I were taking a poll of folks on the street at random, I think most of them would know about the story of Adam and Eve and how they failed to listen to God’s one ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19

Denomination: Methodist

Quenching Spiritual Thirst

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Feb 8, 2008

Are you spiritually thirsty? Today we will look at 1. Who is spiritually thirsty 2. Why they are spiritually thirst 3. How to quench spiritual thirst In the story of the woman at the well

“Quenching Spiritual Thirst” John 4:6-18 02/10/08 by Dcn. Chris Nerreau INTRODUCTION: May the words of my lips and the meditation of my heart be always acceptable in thy sight, giving praise, glory and honor to Your name our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen! Thirst is an amazing thing, it is the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:6-18

Denomination: Orthodox

Grace: The Wind Beneath Your Wings

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Feb 21, 2008

While Adam got us into the mess we’re in, Christ will get us out of it.

GRACE: THE WIND BENEATH YOUR WINGS Romans 5:12-19 (The Message) 12/ You know the story of how Adam landed us in the dilemma we’re in -- first sin, then death, and no one exempt from either sin or death. 13/ That sin disturbed relations with God in everything and everyone, but the extent of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Consejos Para Una Quinceañera

Contributed by Josue Martinez on Mar 1, 2008

consejos de la Palabra de Dios para los jóvenes

CONSEJOS A UNA QUINCEAÑERA Tit. 2:6 “Exhorta a los jóvenes a que sean prudentes” La población más numerosa de México son los jóvenes. Tristemente, muy pocos jóvenes han tomado la decisión de transitar por la vida por el camino angosto, pensando en las cosas de arriba, pocos han tomado su cruz ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Working It Out Jesus' Way (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 11, 2007

Discussion of the process of handling conflicts between believers.

Working It Out Jesus’ Way (Part 1) Matthew 18:15-20 June 24, 2007 I’m a conflict-avoider. I hate conflict more than just about anything – even canned spinach. When it looks like I’m going to have to face something I don’t want to do, I’m just like most of you, I’ll start looking for a way to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

We Need A Bath! Series

Contributed by Brien Sims on Dec 13, 2007

The second in the series on fellowship in 1 John. These verses describe how Christians are to be cleansed of sins committed after baptism. Most people won’t live in a filthy house but they will let filth clutter their hearts.

If you have ever felt distanced from others, maybe its time you take a bath. Most of us shower every single day because we sweat and work hard. Some work in stinky jobs or in jobs with tons of dirt and dust flying everywhere. Sometimes we just need a bath. How many of you have jumped in a mud ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Prepared - Straighten Pasths Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 17, 2007

The first step in straightening the paths for the coming Lord is to make the U-turn of repentence.

Matthew 3:1-12 “Be Prepared—Straightening the Paths” INTRODUCTION What would it be like to enter into God’s presence? How would we respond if we met God face to face? Though the Bible is full of stories of God interacting with God’s people, there are very few occasions when people actually ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Hand That Pulls The Strings: Godfather Trilogy Series

Contributed by J John on Dec 20, 2007

In 1972, a movie was released based on Mario Puzo’s novel, The Godfather. Thirty years on, Francis Ford Coppola’s film maintains its position as one of the most popular and critically acclaimed in cinematic history.

--note-- 1972, Paramount Director: Francis Ford Coppola Starring: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, Robert De Niro - - - - - In 1972, a movie was released based on Mario Puzo’s novel, The Godfather. Thirty years on, Francis Ford Coppola’s film maintains its position as one of the most popular and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 129:1

Denomination: *other

Looking At The Greatest Need Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 2, 2008

Jesus knows and has taken steps to remedy our greatest need in life - forgiveness of sin.

She was wrong. You didn’t part on the best of terms. Now it has been several hours, and there’s a phone call. You’ve been thinking it through. You know what to say, so you begin, “Honey, I just want you to know, I’ve been thinking through what happened. It’s OK. I forgive you.” On the other ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:2-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Personal Invitation From The Master Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 2, 2008

Jesus offers the benefits of salvation to all who will come to Him on His terms.

Title: A Personal Invitation From The Master Series: The Harvest Is Ripe Text: Matthew 11:28-30 Introduction When Adam and Eve sinned in the Garden of Eden, they tried to cover their sin by sewing fig leaves together to hide their nakedness. Since that time, man has worked relentlessly to provide ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Picture Of The Father

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

The Prodigal Son. A sermon focusing on the Father.

This morning I want us to look at a very familiar passage of Scripture in Luke 15. In this chapter Jesus tells three parables… the parable of the lost sheep, the parable of the lost coin, and the parable of the prodigal son. The last parable is the one I want us to talk about this morning. No ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Holiness

What Shall I Do To Inherit Eternal Life? Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 5, 2008

Eternal life comes to those who trust Christ completely.

Title: What Shall I Do To Inherit Eternal Life? Series: The Harvest Is Ripe Text: Matthew 19:16-22 Introduction: Near Death Experiences The March 1985 issue of Omni magazine reported a study by Dr. Maurice Rawlings, cardiologist and professor of medicine at the University of Tennessee College of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist