Sermons on Bottles:

When Trouble Comes!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

King David had a lot of problems and so do we. Many times there are things we can do to correct the problems we encounter. For example:

(1) SOME HAVE HEALTH PROBLEMS This is a wonderful age in which we live. We hear of some folks who have vision problems. They go to the doctor for some out-patient surgery, and in a few weeks they have 20-20 vision again. Illus: I heard about an elderly retired gentleman that had severe hearing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Expanding Your Expectations

Contributed by Michael Bridge on Jun 4, 2003

I want to challenge you to expand your expectations in three areas. 1. What church is all about. 2. What God can do through you. 3. What Grace is all about.

Expanding our Expectations And pursue those expectations with anticipation Psalms 42:1 As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. Ephesians 3: 20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Prayer That Was Filled With Pride

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Oct 18, 2000

Luke 18:11-12 The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men [are], extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican.

Luke 18:11-12 The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men [are], extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess. We have the blessed promise in God’s Word that He will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:11-12, Luke 18:11

Denomination: Baptist

Sharpening The Spiritual Senses

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 5, 2007

You and I must come to God with a heart for repentance. We must ask, “What must I do to become mature?”

Sharpening the Spiritual Senses What it means to Become Spiritually Mature Rev. Sean D. Lester June 8, 2003 Hebrews 5:11-14 We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain because you are slow to learn. [12] In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Found Faithful

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 21, 2008

A short sermon encouraging my congregation to remain faithful as they celebrate their 48th year of ministry.

(adapted from a message by Darrel Land) SPECIAL DAY: HOMECOMING AT FCC-MARTINSVILLE TEXT: MATTHEW 25:14-30 TITLE: “FOUND FAITHFUL” OPEN: A. What is “Homecoming” at a church all about? 1. Traditionally, homecoming celebrations look back at the past ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When We Doubt

Contributed by Jerry Blaxton on Mar 28, 2008

How do we keep from allowing doubts pull us away from God?

[Read John 20: 24-29] When We Doubt John 20: 24-29 If you reach in your pocket, your purse or your wallet, and pulled out a coin or paper money, and you looked at it, it wouldn’t take you long to find the phrase “In God We Trust” printed on the face of it. But you don’t have to believe that ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

God Remembers

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 11, 2008

It can be of great encouragement to be aware that ‘God Remembers’. We have a God who ‘cares about our concerns’, who ‘contemplates our conversations’ and who ‘chronicles our commitments’.

GOD REMEMBERS It can be of great encouragement to be aware that ‘God Remembers’. We have a God who ‘cares about our concerns’, who ‘contemplates our conversations’ and who ‘chronicles our commitments’. Let us look into the Word of God, take on board what it says, and as a result be encouraged, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Genesis 21:8-21 (The God Of Ishmael)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 28, 2007

The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob turns out the be the God of Ishmael too!! ...

We continue our sojourn with Abraham today – Abraham, the ‘father of faith’. We’ve been working our way through the story of Abraham for some time now – stories about Abraham & Sarah, Abraham & his family, Abraham & his descendents, Abraham and the promises God made to him - Abraham the ‘father of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:8-21, Genesis 21:13-20

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Breath Of Life - Advent 1

Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 26, 2008

Just as Micah longed for the coming Messiah, so too we place our trust in the one who has been revealed; Jesus Christ!

“Breath of Life” Micah 7:1-7 Introduction That grand old man of English statesmanship, William Gladstone, one day arose in Parliament and solemnly announced that he had a sad statement to make. “Princess Alice is dead,” said he; “and love did it.” Her boy was ill with diphtheria and near to death. ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:1-7

Denomination: Christian Church

Galatians 4:21-31, Two Wives Are Too Many, Cast One Out Series

Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 26, 2008

Galatians 4:21-31, Two wives are too many, cast one out

Two Wives Are Too Many; Cast One Out! Galatians 4:21-31 Jan. 2008 * Finding a mate for life can be a difficult task. Joke - One Wish A woman was walking along the beach when she stumbled upon an unusual old lamp. She picked it up and cleaned it off, and suddenly a Genie appeared. The amazed woman ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

With Friends Like These Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

#14 in series. What kind of qualities does Paul commend? What are we to do with this list? Convert to "checklistianity"?

Colossians 4:7-17 – With Friends Like These Turn with me to the book of Colossians, almost for the last time. Today we are looking at Paul’s list of friends, as found in 4:7-17. Next week we wrap up the book, looking at 4:18, thinking of Paul’s chains, and our own. Today we will ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-17

Denomination: Baptist

Riches To Rags Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Nov 12, 2009

If we want to ‘really live’, we need to get in touch with the One Who really gives us life. We need to get to know Jesus Christ, the Creator of each and every one of us.

Riches to Rags September 20, 2009 Opportunities missed: There was a very cautious man, Who never laughed or played. He never risked, he never tried He never sang or prayed. And when one day, he passed away His insurance was denied. For since he never really lived, They claimed he never ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You See, In The Mirror?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jan 22, 2013

When God looks at us, if we have a relationship with His Son, He sees His Son’s perfection, He doesn’t see our imperfections, they were washed in the blood, cleansed forever, never to be remembered again. Thus, when we look in the mirror, we sh

Who do you see, in the mirror? Ill. After being away on business, a man thought it would be nice to bring his wife a little gift. “How about some perfume?” he asked the cosmetics clerk. She showed him a bottle costing $50.00. “That’s a bit much,” he said, so she returned ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In Safety

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Jul 28, 2023

Psalm 91 cannot protect you. Living in God and God in you is your safe place. Your protection is to abide in Christ constantly. Abide in His presence. Forever remain in the secret place.

I have seen cars, homes, and businesses with a sticker or poster with the words, “Psalm 91 Protects this property” Psalm 91 can protect nobody; the God of Psalm 91 is our safe place. Psalm 91:1-2 He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-11, John 1:14, John 16:7, Acts 1:4-5, Hebrews 9:7, Colossians 1:26-27, Romans 16:25, Colossians 3:3, Psalm 139:7-10  (view more)  (view less)

Love The Lord Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 27, 2024

"The poignancy of this story lies in the fact that it tells us of almost the last kindness that Jesus had done to him.” (Barclay)

Note: There will not be any sermon notes posted next week on Sermon Central. -JED Journey With Jesus: Love The Lord Mark 14:1-9 Introduction What is the most expensive perfume per oz in the world? The ingredients impact high cost of a perfume. Natural and rare ingredients, such as the musk from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ