Sermons on Body Life:

The Lord Of The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To stress that the Lord gives us commands for our benefit.

The Gospel of Mark #9: The Lord of the Sabbath Text: Mark 2:23-3:6 Thesis: To stress that the Lord gives us commands for our benefit. Introduction: (1) After discussing the need for new wineskins, the Pharisees attempt to go back to the old wineskins of observing the Sabbath according to their ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unpardonable Sin Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To note the importance of accepting Jesus for who He is.

The Gospel of Mark #10: The Unpardonable Sin Text: Mark 3:20-35 Thesis: To note the importance of accepting Jesus for who He is. Introduction: (1) After Jesus’ encounters with the Pharisees concerning the Sabbath day, He withdrew with His disciples to the sea. (a) A great multitude from various ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Sower And The Soils Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To stress the importance of preparing your heart to receive the Word of God.

The Gospel of Mark #11: The Parable of the Sower and the Soils Text: Mark 4:1-20 Thesis: To stress the importance of preparing your heart to receive the Word of God. Introduction: (1) Oftentimes, Jesus spoke in parables. (a) “The Gospels record some sixty different parables of Jesus, most of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Growth Of The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To note the greatness of the Kingdom by looking at how it grows by God’s power.

The Gospel of Mark #12: The Growth of the Kingdom Text: Mark 4:21-34 Thesis: To note the greatness of the Kingdom by looking at how it grows by God’s power. Introduction: (1) After stressing the importance of our preparing ourselves to receive the Word, Jesus now emphasizes the way that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mercy To All Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To note that the Lord is willing to have mercy on all people.

The Gospel of Mark #13: Mercy to All Text: Mark 5:1-20 Thesis: To note that the Lord is willing to have mercy on all people. Introduction: (1) After telling several parables to the crowd, Jesus and His disciples board a boat in order to cross over to the other side. (a) While they were crossing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Authority Over Death & Disease Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To stress that we must come to Jesus if we wish to be healed.

The Gospel of Mark #14: Jesus’ Authority Over Death & Disease Text: Mark 5:21-43 Thesis: To stress that we must come to Jesus if we wish to be healed. Introduction: (1) After healing the demon-possessed man, Jesus crossed back over to the crowd from which he had previously departed. (2) Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Have Seen Your Tears

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Sep 20, 2003

You can change the mind of God with prayer, a broken heart and tears!

Text - 2 Kings 20:1-11 1. In those days Hezekiah became sick and was at the point of death. The prophet Isaiah son of Amoz came to him, and said to him, "Thus says the Lord: Set your house in order, for you shall die; you shall not recover." 2. Then Hezekiah turned his face to the wall and prayed ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-16, 2 Kings 20:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Experiencing Loss Without Becoming Lost Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 3, 2004

Seeking the Lord’s guidance during times of loss and grief.

YOUNG GIRL AT COVENANT HOUSE WITH PAINT CAN OF MOTHER’S ASHES Some years ago I read the story of a young girl that came what became well known as Covenant House here in L.A…. “She came to our front door Tuesday morning, dressed in dirty rags, holding a little aluminum paint can in her arms. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Facing The Future

Contributed by Joe Durai on Aug 18, 2004

How do I face the many crossroads that will come up in an uncertain future?

FACING THE FUTURE Let us reflect and absorb the Bible’s perspective of facing the future. A popular saying is Religion is man’s attempt to reach God but Jesus is God’s attempt to reach man. We all come to crossroads at several junctures in our lives and we wonder which is the path we should ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:15-21

Denomination: Apostolic

Job: Victim Or Victor

Contributed by Brandon Robards on Aug 25, 2004

Victimhood is a choice, but not the right choice.

Job: Victim or Victor? When I was 12 years old I tried out for my first basketball team. It was my sixth grade year, and I was struggling to make new friends. Two elementary schools fed into the middle school, and my sixth grade class had over 250 students. Of those 250 students, only 20 came ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday Journey

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 1, 2004

Jesus’ Palm Sunday Journey

1. The road was well known, but this journey was unique. - Jesus had been on this road many times. - Offers Himself as King. “Behold your King is coming to you, lowly and sitting on a donkey” (Matt. 21:5). - We may know our road, but Jesus knows our journey. 2. Why a donkey for this journey? - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Step #3: Tap Into God's Grace Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Sep 1, 2004

When life hands you puzzle pieces you can’t figure out, what do you do? How can we handle it? Let’s examine how Paul dealt with his "thorn in the flesh", and learn some lessons for us! *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Tap Into God’s Grace (OR Bitter or Better OR Let it Change You) 2 Cor. 12:7-10 - 2Co 12:7 And lest I should be exalted above measure by the abundance of the revelations, a thorn in the flesh was given to me, a messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure. 8 Concerning this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Holiness

Never Invite God To A Pity Party

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Sep 1, 2004

When we’re tempted to focus on everything that’s wrong in our lives, God directs us back to him and leaves us no room for self-pity.

July 11, 2004 — Sixth Sunday after Pentecost Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson 1 Kings 19:14-21 Never Invite God to a Pity Party I. He Won’t Agree with You II. He Won’t Let You Wallow III. He Won’t Leave You Alone Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Light Of The World

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 13, 2003

What relevance is Jesus as the "Light of the world" to us

Thornage 14-12-03 I am the Light of the World (Jn 8:12) There is a famous oil painting that was painted between 1851 and 1853. Question: Can you guess what it is called? Here are some clues 1. There are three original copies 2. One copy is in Manchester City Art Gallery 3. A second copy is in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-20

Denomination: Anglican

Why Does God Allow Hardship In Our Lives

Contributed by Ray Carver on Dec 13, 2003

Have you ever look around at your life and simply asked: WHY? Have hardships and trials ever come into your life for seemingly no reason? Hear are a few possible reasons why.

WHY DOES GOD ALLOW HARDSHIP IN OUR LIVES? Text: Psalm 73:1-2 Intro: Have you ever look around at you life and simply asked: WHY? Have hardships and trials ever come into your life for seemingly no reason? I want to share a few things from my own personal experience, only to illustrate the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-2

Denomination: Baptist