Sermons on Branches From Trees:

Wisdom From Above Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Sep 12, 2003

A comparison and contrast of worldly wisdom and wisdom from above.

Sermon for 15 Pent Yr B, 21/09/2003 Based on James 3:13-18 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson When a dog wags its tail and barks at the same time, what end do you believe? When a sick florist goes to the hospital, what do you send her or him? Why does ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Blessings From The Messiah

Contributed by Paul George on Sep 15, 2003

The purpose of this chapter is much the same as that of the 9th, the encouragement of the captives that had returned to their homeland.

The purpose of this chapter is much the same as that of the 9th, the encouragement of the captives that had returned to their homeland. They have been under the rebukes of the Lord for their negligence in rebuilding the temple. They are surrounded with enemies and dangers. They have been told why ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 10:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

From Moses To Christ Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 20, 2003

The Old Covenant of Moses was written on stone in Ten Commandments. Where was the New Covenant written? Look at what God tells us!

From Moses to Christ 2 Corinthians 3 In this chapter we have a contrast between the old and new covenants. What seems to be happening is this: some false teachers who are attempting to undermine his credibility and authority in the church here are accusing Paul. He saves his biggest assaults ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Embarrassment To Excellence

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003

When we have Christ we will never ran out of good wine to serve others. This is one of the lessons that we can learn from the wedding at Cana. But there’s more...

September 13, 1997 I. Introduction: Our study this morning is entitled “From Embarrassment To Excellence.” How many of you had some embarrassing moments that until now you can’t forget? Maybe something that happened during your high school days, or college days, or maybe at your work. ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Adventist

From Failure To Fame

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003

What made Simon Peter, a man of failures, become Simon Peter, a man of fame?

March 20, 1996 I. INTRODUCTION: His name is Simon Peter. We remember him as the disciple who tried to walk on water, but started sinking when the waves and wind blew his faith away. He testified Jesus as the Son of God, yet denied Him three times in one night. He swore never to forsake his ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Adventist

From Rage To Riche

Contributed by Paul George on Oct 22, 2003

The purpose of the vision of the surveyor, Zechariah chapter 2, was to assure the Israelites the nation would be reestablished. The vision of Joshua the high priest assures the Israelites that they shall be put into a good position again.

The purpose of the vision of the surveyor, Zechariah chapter 2, was to assure the Israelites the nation would be reestablished. The vision of Joshua the high priest assures the Israelites that they shall be put into a good position again, and the promise of this also points to Christ, who is not ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-7

Denomination: Holiness

"Straight From The Heart"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 14, 2003

Finding faith, hope and love in Hebrews and trying to make it practical.

Hebrews 10:11-25 “Straight From the Heart” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org I don’t know about you, but there are times when I’ll be walking so strongly in the Holy Spirit (and this may go on for weeks or months) ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Orders From The Top Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 26, 2003

This is the 4th study in the study "War On Terror".

ORDERS FROM THE TOP Jude 1:20-25 As we complete this study on Jude, we need to notice that the focus is taken off of the false prophets, false teachers, and counterfeit Christians; and placed upon the Christian’s life. In these last five verses of Jude we are given instructions concerning ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20-25

Denomination: Baptist

From Faith To Flop Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Nov 28, 2003

Because we are simultaneously saints and sinners there are times when we go so easily from faithful service to failure.

Genesis 26:1-11 August 17, 2003 We’ve all been there. One minute we are being used by God to accomplish something wonderful for His kingdom. Our faith is strong. We are riding high on the wonder of God’s grace working through us. Then the very next minute we do something so boneheaded that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

To Fly From Sodom

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Dec 2, 2003

There are a direction and a goal in what God did? TO fly from Sodom. Its relations with this city should be a lesson for each company!" Let us consider the history of Sodome, to discover there the truth for today which is illustrated there.

Sortir de Sodome! Lecture : Gen 19/1-26 .L’apôtre Pierre écrit : * s’il a condamné Ë la destruction et réduit en cendres les villes de Sodome et de Gomorrhe, les donnant comme exemple aux impies Ë venir.@ 2 Pierre 2/6. Pierre veut dire : "Il y a un sens et un but dans ce que Dieu a fait Ë Sodome ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-26, 2 Peter 2:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Learning From The Past

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

The importance of taking time to remember

“Learning From the Past” Deuteronomy 6 - 9 Intro: How do you reflect on the past? Some of the best times you can have are found looking through old photo albums. Here’s a picture of Jacqueline as a baby. She loved to stand up in her crib. We called her “Baby Rhine.” Joy we called “Little ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Learning From The Wise

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Dec 15, 2003

A Christmas message about the Magi from the east.

Introduction: We will all have to admit that we don’t know everything about everything. If we did, there would be no need for schools or teachers. We all have to glean wisdom from those who know more about a particular topic than we do. At the peak of this Christmas season let’s take a look at some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

From The Wilderness To The Temple

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 30, 2003

In the testing of Jesus the devil’s goal was to get Jesus to question His son ship and distrust His Father’s love.

From the Wilderness to the Temple Matthew 4:3-7 In the testing of Jesus the devil’s goal was to get Jesus to question His son ship and distrust His Father’s love. He wanted Jesus to follow the course Israel had taken throughout their history. Satan wanted Jesus to immediately satisfy His hunger. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:3-7

Denomination: Holiness

From The Temple To The Mountain

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 30, 2003

The worst temptation was reserved for the last.

From the Temple to the Mountain Matthew 4: 8-11 The worst temptation was reserved for the last. Sometimes the saint’s last temptation is the hardest to overcome. Although we have been and are attacked by the tempter we must prepare for worse. We must be armed for all attacks, with the armor of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:8-11

Denomination: Holiness

Freedom From Fear Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 3, 2004

In Christ, we can have no fear!

INTRODUCTION • One summer night during a severe thunderstorm a mother was tucking her small son into bed. She was about to turn the light off when he asked in a trembling voice, "Mommy, will you stay with me all night?" Smiling, the mother gave him a warm, reassuring hug and said tenderly, "I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ