Sermons on Branding:

Reasons To Bless God Series

Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Nov 24, 2005

This is an expositional message on 1 Pt. 1:3-5.

1 Peter 1:3-5 Reasons to Bless God Introduction: Last Week we saw: Title: always been identified as 1 Peter. Peter dictated and Silas wrote (5:12). Author: the Apostle Peter. (Also called Simon in Greek, and Simeon in Hebrew). Weak evidence some use to say not written by Peter: Lots of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ashamed At His Coming

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 15, 2006

We must all appear before the Lord Jesus and give an account. I don’t want to be ashamed when he coming.

Our Web Site: cbcbedford.com ----------------------------- ASHAMED AT HIS COMING I JOHN 2:28 THE TITLE: My grandma use to say to me (when I was caught doing something I shouldn’t be doing) "You ought to be Ashamed of Yourself". The passage we read this morning talks about those who ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:28

Denomination: Baptist

Jump The Shark

Contributed by Troy Brewer on Dec 16, 2002

The term "Jump the shark" is a pop culture term that means to do something that causes the eventual ruin of that same something. Like the point when a good Tv series goes bad. this is about how to avoid "jumping the shark" in our walks with God.

JUMP THE SHARK Sometimes new terms come into modern pop culture that catch us guard. I remember the first time I hear “You da bomb”. Party animal for somebody that lives for getting drunk. You da bomb for somebody you actually like. Back before bad meant tough or dangerous it actually ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Even Me

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Sep 16, 2004

The Lord Can Use Even Me

I was sitting in church Sunday morning and for some reason or other I began thinking about string. Now don’t ask me why. Yeah I know it is not a typical thought – but then again you don’t have a typical pastor. But anyway, sitting on a pew at St. Peters, listening to the choir my mind began ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Methodist

"I" Problem

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 31, 2007

The main difference in how a man stands, when he stands before God, is whether or not he stands with humility or arrogance.

He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and regarded others with contempt: “Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee, standing by himself, was praying thus, ‘God, I thank you that I am not like ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Leading Like Jesus Part Two

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007

Our true ability to make an impact on the world boils down to leadership

Leading Like Jesus Part 2 Selected Passages November Evening Service Introduction Leadership is the art to of influencing and directing people in such a way that will win their obedience, confidence, respect and loyal cooperation in achieving common objectives. U. S. Air Force If we are going ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:11

Denomination: Church Of God

A Synopsis Of The Da Vinci Code Theology

Contributed by James Bryant on Oct 20, 2006

This message is to shed light on the deceptions of the Da Vinci Code Theology....

A SYNOPSIS OF THE DA VINCI CODE THEOLOGY According to the Da Vinci Code: 1. Jesus was Married to Mary Magdalene 2. Jesus handpicked Mary Magdalene to lead his church 3. However she had to flee from Peter who was enraged that Christ chose her to lead his followers 4. The Author says that early ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

A Healthy Appetite

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Oct 24, 2006

Often times we are driven by our hunger, which is probably why there are so many fast food joints. We have hunger for a great many things in this life, but are we most hungry for the things that permanently satisfy?

This morning I am going to talk about appetite. Now I know that some of you are already thinking about lunch, but my theme this morning is not food. Often times we speak about being hungry or thirsty for the Lord because they are terms that everyone can understand. Do you long for God like a cold ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-26

Are You Vulnerable?

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Aug 8, 2007

The best way to stay away from defeat is to avoid the things that make you susceptible to defeat.

Are You Vulnerable? Judges 18:1,2,7-11,27,28 The book of Judges is an unusual book. It is a book that seems to be constantly recording the downfall of Israel. It records for us the failure of Israel to make progress. In chapter 18 we find the tribe of Dan seeking a settlement in the land of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 18:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

For He Who Is Not Against You Is For You

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 13, 2007

The Church has enough enemies without us attacking our brothers and sisters in Christ.

For He Who is not Against You is For You Luke 9:50 Aug. 12, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A There are a lot of things done in Jesus’ name that He has nothing to do with. 1 Jim Jones, David Koresh...actions of church people, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:50

Denomination: Baptist

What Will I Do With Today?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 8, 2006

Today is a special gift God has given you! Will you spend today wisely? What is God’s purpose for giving you today? How about ro rejoice?

WHAT WILL I DO WITH TODAY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Psalm 90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. Psalm 118:24 This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. I. GOD’S GREAT MERCY GIVES US ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Clothing Is Optional Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Aug 22, 2007

Clothing is really an optional concern. It isn’t important. In what do we place our faith? How much faith do we really have? What tests our faith?

Last week we look at the birds of the air passage and saw how God takes care of us especially. God simply asks us to trust Him. Grow in our trust of Him. The Lord Will Provide. Of course this continues the theme of being generous with the blessings that God has given us. God has called His people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:28-30

Denomination: Church Of God

The Reality Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Jul 12, 2005

This sermon is the second sermon in the series titled Heaven or Hell. This sermon deals with the resurrection of the Just.

“The Reality of Heaven” There are 582 references to Heaven in the Bible in 550 different verses. Acts 24:15 (KJV) And have hope toward God, which they themselves also allow, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust. Matthew 25:34 (KJV) Then shall the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29

Sunrise 05 I'll Go First

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 21, 2005

BECAUSE JESUS ROSE FROM THE DEAD, WE HAVE ONE WHO GOES BEFORE US SO THAT WE MAY FOLLOW HIM!

SUNRISE 05 I’LL GO FIRST MARK 16:1-8/ JOHN 14: 1-7 MARCH 27, 2005 INTRODUCTION: JESUS FIRST WORDS A Sunday School teacher had just finished telling her third graders about how Jesus was crucified and placed in a tomb with a great stone sealing the opening. Then, wanting to share the excitement of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Thank God, Jesus Did Not Purchase A Grave

Contributed by Devon Witherspoon on May 23, 2005

Jesus the son of the living GOD created everything on this earth. Yet he came down from heaven to borrow Joseph tomb to demostrate his love and power.

This text begins a few hours after the death of Jesus Christ. Understand that Jesus died around 3:00 o’clock in the afternoon or what they called in the King James version of the Bible the 9th hour. The evening was coming, but this evening was not an ordinary evening because it was the beginning ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-60

Denomination: Baptist