Sermons on Budding Fig Tree:

The Making Of Mara (Bitterness) Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jan 25, 2011

God’s wondrous workings may take us through a deep struggle with sovereignty.

Scripture Introduction One old commentator wrote about our text: “Names are given to men and women, not only to distinguish them from each other, but also,—1. To stir them up to verify the meanings… of their names. Wherefore let every Obadiah strive to be a “servant of God,” every Nathaniel to be ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:19-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Creation Of Man

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jan 30, 2011

God made man as a special being

THE CREATION OF MAN who was created in God’s IMAGE Gen. 1:26-27 2:7 Gen 1 centers upon Gods work of creating the whole universe. Gen 2 focuses on the place man has in the earth. In Gen 1:1 the order is heavens and the earth but in Gen 2:4 the order is the earth and the heavens. In the 1st ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 2:1

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Exorcist Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 2, 2011

In this closing message of the 3-part Episodes series, Dave looks at Jesus' healing of a demon-possessed man and explains the deep relevance of this passage to our lives in the 21st century

The Exorcist Episodes, prt. 3 Wildwind Community Church October 3, 2010 Mark 5:1-15 (NIV) 1 They went across the lake to the region of the Gerasenes. 2 When Jesus got out of the boat, a man with an evil spirit came from the tombs to meet him. 3 This man lived in the tombs, and no one could ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-15

Denomination: Free Methodist

Proclaiming Christ Crucified Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 5, 2011

In today's lesson we are urged not to present the gospel according to the world's wisdom. Instead of relying on logic and rhetoric, we should focus our attention on the central message of the Person and Work of Jesus Christ.

Scripture Today we continue studying The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. Christians in the church at Corinth had misunderstood the nature of wisdom with regard to salvation. From Paul’s perspective human wisdom opposes God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Oh Lord It's Hard To Be Humble Series

Contributed by Timothy Enns on Nov 15, 2011

A look at having the same mind as that of Christ Jesus

Mac Davis wrote and made famous a song that is stilled played on some radio stations today. The songs title is Oh Lord it hard to be humble. Basically the gist of the song says that it is hard to be humble when the song singer gets better looking each day, he perfect in everyway and to know him is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus Our Hope Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 27, 2011

A sermon for Advent 1 on the theme of hope.

Advent 1 – Jesus Our Hope – November 27, 2011 - Luke 1:26-38 This Sunday marks the beginning of Advent, the four weeks leading up to Christmas day. Advent is a time to reflect on the reality of the Incarnation, that to us a child is born, and a son is given. One who will be called ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Visiting Down Under

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 1, 2011

The book of Revelation offers great insight for understanding martyrdom and persecution.

“Visiting Down Under” Rev. 6:9-11 If only we would read the book of Revelation as a message of comfort rather than a calendar of events, if only we would see Revelation as an opportunity for encouragement rather than a platform for debate, if only we would preach and teach it from a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:9-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Expression Of Eve's Faith Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 8, 2011

Last time we looked at Adam's faith now we need to look at Eve's faith.

Intro: 1. Ken Davis, "In college I was asked to prepare a lesson to teach my speech class. We were to be graded on our creativity and ability to drive home a point in a memorable way. The title of my talk was, "The Law of the Pendulum." I spent 20 minutes carefully teaching the physical ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Wait So Long? Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 10, 2011

It is hard to wait - so how can we wait for the coming of our Lord?

“Questions of Christmas: How Can I Wait So Long?” Is. 61:1-3; Luke 1:39-56 Waiting is hard. Young children see gifts under the tree and beg to open ‘just one’ early. When told “No, you need to wait!” they respond “I can’t wait that long!” A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Abraham Meets Our God Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 17, 2011

Abraham’s story was unique in many ways, but as we look at his faith journey, we can see 5 parallels to our own faith journey.

Old Testament Encounters with Christ Part 4: Abraham Meets Our God Genesis 11:27-12:8 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 14, 2011 *We have been talking about Christ in the Old Testament. There are hundreds of references to Jesus in the Old Testament, including prophecies, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Filling The Void-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 16, 2010

Peter initiated the selection process by which an apostle would be chosen to remove the void in their ranks created by Judas Iscariot. A void in leadership/the ranks must be removed. A void in leadership must be removed as....

D—Setting the Stage for the Spirit FILLING THE VOID-II—Acts 1:15-26 Peter initiated the selection process by which an apostle would be chosen to remove the void in their ranks created by Judas Iscariot. A void in leadership/the ranks must be removed. A void in leadership/the ranks creates a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Die Before Your Time

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Apr 22, 2010

A lot of people claim they cannot die until their time comes. But what does the Bible say? The Bible makes us to understand that we can lengthen or shorten our lives according to the way we live and the way we believe. That is why any enemy that is not af

Our message this week is titled, “Don’t die before your time.” A lot of people claim they cannot die until their time comes. But what does the Bible say? The Bible makes us to understand that we can lengthen or shorten our lives according to the way we live and the way we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:12, Ecclesiastes 7:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mother's And The Promises Of God

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 6, 2010

Mother's deal with the difficulties of life through the strength they receive from the Lord.

Mother's and the Promises of God Text: Gen. 18:1-15; 21:1-7 Introduction 1. Illustration: Mothers are central to the success of the American family. Their love, dedication, and wisdom touch countless lives every day in every community throughout our land. And their love and guidance of ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Friends Of Jesus Love Jesus’ Friends Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 7, 2010

God’s love creates a loving community among his people.

Scripture Introduction It is a favorite joke among boy scout dads, so I have heard it 7 or 8 times in the last two years. Two guys camping in Colorado crawl out of their tents one morning only to see a grizzly bear charging. The first man begins frantically to put on his tennis shoes, at which ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Kids Will Be Kids Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 16, 2010

Some say "Kids will be kids" meaning that if you just leave them alone, they’ll turn out okay. But the writer of Proverbs disagreed. Do you know why?

James Dobson tells of a 10 year old boy named Robert who was an absolute terror. Whenever his mother went to the doctor, he would literally attack the office, grabbing instruments and files and telephones. All the while his passive mother could do little more than shake her head in bewilderment. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ