Sermons on Bright Morning Star:

Nothing To Shrug At: Ayn Rand, Objectivism, And Worldview

Contributed by Chuck Colson on Aug 13, 2008

With the release of Alan Greenspan’s new book, The Age of Turbulence, praising Ayn Rand’s influence on the former Federal Reserve chairman’s thinking, and the new film based on her book Atlas Shrugged starring Angelina Jolie set to come out next year, Ayn

This article is from BreakPoint WorldView magazine: http://www.breakpoint.org/contentindex.asp?ID=146. -------------------------------------------------- With the release of Alan Greenspan’s new book, The Age of Turbulence, praising Ayn Rand’s influence on the former Federal Reserve chairman’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Few Good Men

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Jun 20, 2009

WITHOUT A DOUBT ONE OF THE BEST MOVIES OF THE YEAR 1992 WAS A FILM STARRING TOM CRUISE AND JACK NICHOLSON ENTITLED “A FEW GOOD MEN.” FROM THIS MOVIE WE GET THE MEMORABLE QUOTE FROM JACK NICHOLSON’S CHARACTER (COLONEL NATHAN JESSUP) TO TOM CRUISE CHARACTER

WITHOUT A DOUBT ONE OF THE BEST MOVIES OF THE YEAR 1992 WAS A FILM STARRING TOM CRUISE AND JACK NICHOLSON ENTITLED “A FEW GOOD MEN.” FROM THIS MOVIE WE GET THE MEMORABLE QUOTE FROM JACK NICHOLSON’S CHARACTER (COLONEL NATHAN JESSUP) TO TOM CRUISE CHARACTER (LT. DANIEL KAFFEE) “YOU WANT THE TRUTH, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:35-42, Matthew 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Return Of Jesus: A Shining Sun In Our Christian Sky Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 12, 2024

The word tells us not to grieve for the dead in Christ like the rest of the world. Because though the world doesn’t have hope, we have an eternal hope. It’s bright and it’s shining, it’s strong and consistent, much like Earth’s sun. It shines day and night. Whether we see it or not, it keeps shining

When talking about a vision from God, we have to understand that we can't take it at the same level as scripture. It's a testimony, a vision, something we test against the word of God and prayer. But I sensed God asking me to share a bit of this testimony. I had a vision from God when I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Channels Of God’s Grace

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 10, 2018

WHEN WE GET UP IN THE MORNING, WE EXPECT THE DAY TO BE JUST ANOTHER ORDINARY DAY. THIS MESSAGE DRAWS ATTENTION TO THE FACT THAT THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS "JUST ANOTHER ORDINARY DAY" AND WE COULD BE CALLED INTO GOD'S PRESENCE AT ANY TIME.

CHANNELS OF GOD’S GRACE 1 PETER 4:1-11 EVERY DAY IS SUPPOSED TO BE JUST ANOTHER ORDINARY DAY. IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE JUST ANOTHER ORDINARY DAY LAST SUNDAY IN SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TEXAS. IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE JUST ANOTHER ORDINARY DAY AT A COUNTRY CONCERT IN LOS VEGAS. IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE JUST ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God-Spell

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION The title of this morning's message is the Anglo-Saxon word from which modern English has derived "gospel," the most common translation of the Greek noun euangelion, or "good tidings.

A. INTRODUCTION The title of this morning's message is the Anglo-Saxon word from which modern English has derived "gospel," the most common translation of the Greek noun euangelion, or "good tidings." The origins of the word itself are not of the church, but its rendering as "good tidings" or ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-11

The Matchless Love Of God

Contributed by Dewayne Howard on Feb 4, 2003

God loves everyone the same, regardless of who they are, where they’ve been, or what they’ve done. And that’s what I want us to look at this morning.

Introduction: Sometimes I feel so unlovable. Have you ever felt that way? I look around and sometimes wonder just how God could love somebody like me. I have met people whose lives were in shambles and full of sin that had destroyed their lives and felt like God could never love them because ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

In A Normal World...

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Apr 28, 2004

Everything changed for the US on September 11, 2001. Abnormal things happened, and since then things have changed dramatically. But that event was nothing compared to the events of Easter morning 1971 years ago.

Passage: Matthew 28:1-10 Intro: I was driving on the Maricopa freeway just south of the airport when I heard it. You were perhaps on your way to work, or had just flipped on the morning news show when you heard it. Maybe someone called you. 1. but everything changed the morning of September ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Poverty Of Self-Sufficiency Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 24, 2004

As we look at the first Beatitude this morning, I wonder if those listening to Jesus wished they had a dictionary with them because it must have seemed like He was speaking a different language.

The Poverty of Self-Sufficiency I’ve received some wonderful green and gold gifts recently. This Packer headband keeps my ears warm, and this cap announces my allegiance for all to see. This Packer Christmas stocking came filled with Snicker bars; and I even received some “Lambeau loafers” as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Baptist

New Things

Contributed by Steve Johnson on Dec 24, 2001

Origianlly used for a morning worship service, most recently used at a funeral for a 23yr old lady who died of cancer...easily adaptable for any regualr service or funeral service.

What comes to your mind when I say "NEW"? What do you think of? I believe I would have to say that I think of Christmas. At Christmas, we get those "new" things. You may have thought of a new car or new house…maybe a new suit of clothes or a new baby even. But when you really stop to think ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3, 1 John 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Starting Steps To Significance

Contributed by Samuel Stone on Oct 31, 2007

Today is father’s day, but our Gospel lesson according to the Common Lectionary focuses mostly on women ... I guess this morning God wants us men learn from the women.

Luke 7:36-8:3 One of the Pharisees asked Jesusj to eat with him, and he went into the Pharisee’s house and took his place at the table. 37 And a woman in the city, who was a sinner, having learned that he was eating in the Pharisee’s house, brought an alabaster jar of ointment. 38 She stood behind ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Lord's Compassions Never Fail

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 26, 2008

Pentecost 6(B) - Our Lord’s compassions never fail. Every morning the Lord’s compassions are new. Every day our Lord’s compassions do continue.

OUR LORD’S COMPASSIONS NEVER FAIL (Outline) June 22, 2008 -- PENTECOST 6 -- Lamentations 3:22-33 INTRO: The title, Lamentations, also defines the theme of this book of the Bible. In the title Lamentations we have the word lament. Lament = alas, woe is me. One could easily say that at ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-33

Denomination: Lutheran

The Death Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 7:The Great Commission - The death of John the Baptist, and how Jesus morned for him...yet, continued His ministry putting people before His own pain and grief.

The Great Commission Part 7 – John the Baptist Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org : www.TruthDigest.org WELCOME † The Sermon on the Mount. † He and his Disciples and Apostles begin to travel from Galilee to Capernaum. † Jesus heals the Centurion’s servant. † He then has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-16

Denomination: Bible Church

Living A Legacy Of Love Series

Contributed by Ryan Reed on Jul 8, 2010

Understanding love is a choice, there are three aspects of Love we will examine this morning: Love is the FOUNDATION upon which we are to live, the COMMAND by which we are to live, and the EXAMPLE for how we are to live.

Text: 1 Cor. 13; 1 John 4:8-21 Introduction: 1. For the past few weeks we have been looking at Living a Legacy. A Legacy is something you possess and pass on to someone else (typically, but not limited to, family). Generally what is transferred is of value to the recipient . So far we have seen ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

The Workers Are Needed

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 11, 2010

In conjunction with a Gideon presentation this morning, this short devotion is presented from Matthew and examines the church's call to go ... for the harvest is ready yet the workers are few. (Ref: Matthew 9:35-38)

The Workers are Needed Matthew 9:35-38 Introduction - Thank you Bro Wilson for coming and presenting us a witness to service - I've a very short devotional this morning that I'd like to share with the church - If I could, I’d like to encourage us all a bit in this calling to service we each ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persecution And Priorities Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 23, 2012

IN OUR TIME THIS MORNING, LETS TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT IS HAPPENING TO THE LEADERS OF THE CHURCH, WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THE, ….. “FAITH IN GOD DOES NOT MAKE TROUBLES DISAPPEAR, BUT DOES MAKE THEM LESS FRIGHTENING!”

PERSECUTION AND PRIORITIES ACTS 5:17-42”WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH, THE TOUGH GET GOING.” NOWHERE IN SCRIPTURE IS THIS SO EVIDENT THAN RIGHT HERE. FACE WITH A TOUGH SITUATION, A TOUGH COUNSEL, AND A TOUGH TREATMENT, THE APOSTLE OF CHRIST RESPOND WITH A RESOUND UNDERSTANDING OF THEIR ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Baptist