Sermons on Bodily Form:

Saving Santa Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 1, 2011

Far from being a dangerous distraction from the real meaning of Christmas, believe it or not, Santa Claus can actually be saved! The true story of Saint Nicholas reveals that he was a saint, a scholar, and shepherd. We can learn a lot form Santa this Chri

Saving Santa Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/4/2011 Well, it’s time to start getting into that Christmas spirit again! Thanksgiving is behind us. Black Friday has come and gone. It’s almost impossible not to think about Christmas. Trees have been going up in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian Church

Worried Sick Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 4, 2012

Researchers estimate that 75-90% of all visits to primary care physicians are for complaints that are, in some way, stress related. Every week 112 million people in the U.S. take some form of medication for stress related symptoms. Our society is worrie

“Worried Sick” Matthew 6: 25-34 I read this week of another pastor who very early in his ministry preached at a church in Los Angeles. He thought he had done quite well as he stood at the door greeting people as they left the church. He received one compliment after another; that is ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 6:25-34, Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

The World’s 1st Mother

Contributed by Stan Szelkowski on May 5, 2011

This is a look at the life of Eve - the world’s 1st mother. In this message we will discuss 7 lessons every mother can learn from Eve. (This sermon is in "outline form." You will need to reformat the layout because of the way it appears on this site.)

The World’s 1st Mother Gen. 2:18-5:2 ILL> Eve – “The World’s 1st Mother” (1st not worst!) > 7 Advantages of Being 1st > 7 Disadvantages of Being 1st 7 Lessons Every Mother Can Learn From Eve 1. God intends that you be a “help meet” for your husband - ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

That's Just The Way I Am Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Mar 22, 2018

People are formed by NATURE and NURTURE, which they cannot control, but also by CHOICES, which they can control. They can choose VALUES, PERSPECTIVE, and ACTIONS. Yet how free to choose are they? Those who receive Christ are "born of God" (John 1:12-13)

“THAT’S JUST THE WAY I AM”—Genesis 25:19-34 (Series on the life of Jacob: “Life is Messy; God Is Faithful”) “That’s just the way I am.” People say that, and maybe we say it about ourselves: “I’m shy…I’m not very tactful…I’m not assertive…I’m not a sensitive guy…My emotions take over…I’m a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tis The Season.... Tis The Reason

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 23, 2019

The title had the art work of the green wreath of Christmas juxtaposed to the wreath of thorns. There can be no Christmas with the Cross and Easter event. some phrases form Rev. Ken Pritchard (Keep Believing Ministry) And the "gospel statement" from Rev. Ken Klaas

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2019 Text: Matthew 1:20b-23 Christmas Eve - Redeemer “Tis the Season ---Tis the Reason” (note: I added the visual art work Green wreath & Crown of Thorns) When it comes to Christmas, every preacher faces the same challenge. How do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-23, Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Lutheran

How Old Is The Earth Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 16, 2016

some scientists claim to have discovered fossils of simple life that are 3,465 million years old. In sharp contrast, the Bible indicates that God created the various forms of life just a few thousand years ago during Creation week! Which is it?

Tyrannosaurus rex, one of the kings of the dinosaurs, is said to have lived 66 million years ago, and some scientists claim to have discovered fossils of simple life that are 3,465 million years old. In sharp contrast, the Bible indicates that God created the various forms of life just a few ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Childlike Prayer Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 28, 2016

A lot of people think if they just had the right "formula" for praying that God would hear them. But that's not true. God's not impressed with your form, He's impressed with your childlike faith in prayer. So, how can I have that kind of faith in prayer?

I'd like you to recite the Lord’s Prayer with me: Our Father which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seven Sayings Of The Savior On The Cross

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Apr 7, 2012

The Death of Christ Was NATURAL. What He suffered was real death, full and complete! Philippians 2:5-8 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself o

TEXT: Luke 23:27-49 (Gleaned from the Book "Seven Saying of the Saviour on the Cross" by A. W. Pink) The Death of Christ Was NATURAL. What He suffered was real death, full and complete! Philippians 2:5-8 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:27-49

Denomination: Baptist

Can't We All Just Get Along?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 20, 2011

Conflict. It can come in various forms and in various ways. There can be a conflict of interest, conflicting opinions, etc. Conflict is one of those things that we’ve all dealt with on some level. Some people go out of their way to avoid conflict; others

CAN’T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG? INTRODUCTION: (Rodney King saying. Ironic that I’m doing this sermon with his famous line and I read that he just got arrested! I think this time it was without incident). Conflict. It can come in various forms and in various ways. There can be a conflict ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nazareth, The City Jesus Grew Up In Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 2, 2016

Jesus grew up in Nazareth and he was forever known as "Jesus of Nazareth". But what was it about this city that would have formed His teachings and what can we learn from this region? This was the 2nd in my series of lessons telling of my trip to Israel.

(Slide of our tour bus) This is a picture of our tour bus. It’s a Mercedes Benz and it seemed that every tour company in Israel had one just like it. The bus was very comfortable and roomy. After spending a couple of nights at Bethlehem we traveled by this bus down to Masada. Masada ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Drained" Series

Contributed by Tony Searles on Feb 15, 2015

This is the first in a six part Easter Series. The premise comes from Phil. 2:5-7 where it states that Jesus "emptied Himself, taking on the form of a bond-servant." We too need to be emptied so we can be filled with the fullness of Christ alone.

TITLE: “Drained” #1 in the SERIES: “Empty” MAIN TEXT: Mark 14:3-9 Today, we start a new series that will lead us into RESURRECTION SUNDAY! EMPTY! (Allow me to set the foundation for all that I believe God wants to say to us.) I have been contemplating and praying about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Other

"Poured Out" Series

Contributed by Tony Searles on Feb 18, 2015

This is the second in a six part Easter Series. The premise comes from Phil. 2:5-7 where it states that Jesus "emptied Himself, taking on the form of a bond-servant." We too need to be emptied so we can be filled with the fullness of Christ alone.

TITLE: “Poured Out” #2 in the SERIES: “Empty” MAIN TEXT: Mark 14:22-26 Good Morning! Today, we are going to continue following the life of Jesus in His last few days before the Crucifixion, from the Gospel of Mark… In doing so, I want to give you another PICTURE ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:22-26

Denomination: Other

"Eviction Notice" Series

Contributed by Tony Searles on Feb 18, 2015

This is the third in a six part Easter Series. The premise comes from Phil. 2:5-7 where it states that Jesus "emptied Himself, taking on the form of a bond-servant." We too need to be emptied so we can be filled with the fullness of Christ alone.

TITLE: “Eviction Notice” #3 in the SERIES: “Empty” MAIN TEXT: Mark 14:32-42 Good Morning! Today, we are jumping into another lesson from our series, EMPTY! Remembering that the goal is all about being EMPTY, so you can be filled with the fullness of Christ! In this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

Denomination: Other

"Running On Empty" Series

Contributed by Tony Searles on Feb 18, 2015

This is the fourth in a six part Easter Series. The premise comes from Phil. 2:5-7 where it states that Jesus "emptied Himself, taking on the form of a bond-servant." We too need to be emptied so we can be filled with the fullness of Christ alone.

TITLE: “Running On Empty” #4 in the SERIES: “Empty” MAIN TEXT: Mark 14:43-52 Good Morning! Today, we are jumping into the fourth lesson from our series, EMPTY! Remembering that the goal is all about being EMPTY, so you can be filled with the fullness of Christ! Over ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:43-52

Denomination: Other

"Pull The Plug" Series

Contributed by Tony Searles on Feb 18, 2015

This is the fifth in a six part Easter Series. The premise comes from Phil. 2:5-7 where it states that Jesus "emptied Himself, taking on the form of a bond-servant." We too need to be emptied so we can be filled with the fullness of Christ alone.

TITLE: “Pull The Plug” #5 in the SERIES: “Empty” MAIN TEXT: Mark 11:11-18 Good Morning! I hope that you have been enjoying this series! In it, we have been learning a lot about ourselves and our need for more of God in us! Together, we have walked through the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:11-18

Denomination: Other