Sermons on Broad Audience:

Always Give Thanks

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Nov 18, 2001

In a time of war and acts of terrorism, is it appropriate time to give thanks? I believe everyday of our lives is a time to give thanks.

Always Give Thanks  This week our nation gives thanks for all our bountiful blessings  This year, some will find it hard to give thank in the midst of such tragedies  In a time of war and acts of terrorism, some would say that it is not a time to give thanks  But I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fleeing From Sexual Immorality

Contributed by Ian Drucker on Sep 5, 2005

A Practical Guide in Fleeing From Sexual Immorality!

Fleeing From Sexual Immorality It is indicated for us in John 14:6 responding to the apostle Thomas, that Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth and the life.” Jesus is not saying that he knows the way, that he knows the truth and that he knows how to have life. Rather, Jesus is indicating that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Life" Time!

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Nov 24, 2007

Philip Yancey wrote about trying to explain a life of spiritual ecstasy to a person who spends all day taking care of a cranky, bedwetting Alzheimer’s parent. There’s gotta’ be more to life.

Play a clip of Stacie Orrico’s music video, "More to Life" – fade after second line LIFE. The word conjures up a flood of ideas. Marilyn Meberb pushes the buttons of our first reaction to the word LIFE. “Cornered. Boxed in. On our last leg. In a pickle. Between a rock and a hard place. Sitting on ...read more

Scripture: John 3:13-17

Denomination: Salvation Army

Proverbs 2 - Seeking Wisdom In Your Heart Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 16, 2010

A look at Proverbs chapter two.

Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Two We continue our study on the Book of Proverbs. Let us now look at chapter two. SEEKING WISDOM 1 My son, if you receive my words, And treasure my commands within you, 2 So that you incline your ear to wisdom, And apply your heart to understanding; 3 Yes, if you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22, Proverbs 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Men Make Great Fathers

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Oct 7, 2009

It’s time for the fathers to become real fathers, and really great fathers!

I looked for a MAN among them who would build up the wall and stand before me in the gap on behalf of the land so that I would not have to destroy it, but I found none. Ezekiel 22 : 30 Did you ever wonder why we celebrate Father’s Day after Mother’s Day? I opt not to answer that question, for I ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church Zoo

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Mar 26, 2005

THE LOCAL ZOO IS NOT THE ONLY ZOO I HAVE BEEN TO, I HAVE BEEN TO THE CHURCH ZOO.

MATTHEW 7:15-20 LETS READ INTRO. BEFORE I PREACH ON THE CHURCH ZOO LETS NOTICE THE TWO"S FOUND IN THIS CHAPTER A. MAT.7:13 TWO GATES -STRAIT AND WIDE. B. MAT.7:13-14 TWO WAYS-BROAD AND NARROW. C. MAT.7:13-14 TWO CLASSES-MANY AND FEW. D. MAT.7:17 TWO TREES-GOOD AND CORRUPT. E. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Believe

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Oct 18, 2004

The willful unbelief of the Pharisees disturbed the Lord to the depths of His spirit.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: People refuse to believe that which they don’t want to believe, in spite of evidence. When explorers first went to Australia they found a mammal which laid eggs; spent some time in water, some on land; had a broad, flat tail, webbed feet, and a bill similar to a duck. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:10-21

Denomination: Baptist

God's Word Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

God's Word

Psalm 119:89 - 96 Lamed - An Ox Goad 1. The Permanence of God's Word - 89-91 A Sovereign Word - 89 For ever, O Lord, A Sacred Word - thy word A Settled Word - is settled, A Secured Word - in heaven. 2. The Preeminence of God's Word To All Peoples - 90 Thy faithfulness is unto all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96

Denomination: Holiness

Do Not Throw Pearls To Swine Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 9, 2025

Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs.

"Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces." - Matthew 7:6 In this biblical passage, Jesus teaches us a valuable principle about sharing our spiritual treasures with others. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:6

"born Again: Embracing The Transformative Love Of John Chapter 3"

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jul 26, 2023

Good morning/afternoon, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ! Today, we embark on an exciting journey through the pages of John Chapter 3—a chapter filled with deep insights, humor, and the life-changing message of spiritual rebirth.

Introduction: [Opening Prayer] Good morning/afternoon, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ! Today, we embark on an exciting journey through the pages of John Chapter 3—a chapter filled with deep insights, humor, and the life-changing message of spiritual rebirth. Imagine Nicodemus, a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Hosw To Be A Member Of The Church Series

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 5, 2015

There was a question posed to a few of the ministers some weeks ago as we sat around the dinner table during the Holidays. The question was asked of us, “How Do We View the Condition of the Church?”

TITLE: HOW TO BE A MEMBER OF THE CHURCH SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 16:16-19 There was a question posed to a few of the ministers some weeks ago as we sat around the dinner table during the Holidays. The question was asked of us, “How Do We View the Condition of the Church?” It was a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Techniques Of Christ's Communication Skills

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people know truth, but struggle to effectively communicate it.

Many people know truth, but struggle to effectively communicate it. Jesus Christ was a Master at communicating truth to a wide variety of audiences. Not only did Jesus communicate truth with love, but He presented ideas that spawned the planting and growing of His church throughout the world. Our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Shepherds?

Contributed by Robert Coats on Dec 14, 2006

Have you ever wondered why God would chose shepherds? Why not Rabbis, priests, King Herod, or the High Priest himself?

Why Shepherds? Scripture Reading: Luke 2:8­20 Last week we heard about the birth of John the Baptist and that he was the forerunner to Jesus. He was called from the womb to prepare the way for our Lord. This morning we are going to look at shepherds. Shepherds were not really important in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Church Of God

What's Wrong With Crossing Over

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 28, 2002

The Crossing Over Craze examined in light of the Word of God.

WHAT’S WRONG WITH "CROSSING OVER" ISAIAH 8:19 "And when they shall say unto you, Seek unto them that have familiar spirits, and unto wizards that peep, and that mutter: should not a people seek unto their God? for the living to the dead?" I. INTRODUCTION A. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 8:19

Denomination: Baptist

Certainty In Uncertain Times

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Apr 30, 2007

God’s love for us.

Certainty in Uncertain Times John 11:1-45 January 7, 2007 On Wednesday, our family drove home from Deb’s parents house in Canada where we spent 5 days playing in the snow and eating great food. On our way through Spokane, I noticed a sign -"Number of Traffic deaths this year" was the heading. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational