Sermons on Building Stones:

The Building Resumes Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 13, 2010

Sermon 8 in the series. God, in His providence, allows the construction to resume. But it is not long before the opposition resumes. The Christian walk will always be a fight. It is truly warfare!

The Book of Ezra Study #10 (Ezra 5) The Building Resumes! OPEN 1. Under what circumstances do you find it difficult to persevere in doing what is right? 2. When have you faced opposition from others for doing the right thing? 3. When have you experienced God’s protection in your ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Building Resumes Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 29, 2010

Sermon 10 in the Series. (Ezra chapter 5) After the locals first attempted to stop the work on the Temple, they then tried to compromise the work on the Temple. "Let us build with you" was their cry. When Jerubabbel and Jeshua refused, they harrassed them

The Book of Ezra Study #10 (Ezra 5) The Building Resumes! OPEN 1. Under what circumstances do you find it difficult to persevere in doing what is right? 2. When have you faced opposition from others for doing the right thing? 3. When have you experienced God’s protection in your ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Building Relationships Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Apr 5, 2011

God puts people into our lives so that we can share His grace with them.

Several years ago the slogan for American Express was that “membership has it’s privileges.” I can tell you that I had an American Express card back then and I’m still trying to figure out what that privileges were. I say that in jest but when it comes to church membership some people think the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:13

Denomination: Baptist

Building The Sanctuary

Contributed by James May on Feb 1, 2004

Just as David provided for and commanded Solomon to build the temple, we are commanded to provide for and build our lives into a sanctuary for the Lord.

BUILDING THE SANCTUARY 1 Chronicles 22:18-19, "Is not the LORD your God with you? And hath he not given you rest on every side? For he hath given the inhabitants of the land into mine hand; and the land is subdued before the LORD, and before his people. Now set your heart and your soul to seek ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 22:18-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Bridge That Builds Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 19, 2006

7th sermon in an 8 part series on the Beatitudes. This series challenges us to "Shift" our thinking in what really brings true happiness. (*Rewritten and refreshed in 8/08 - Powerpoint and Video Clips available on request.)

Shift #7 THE BRIDGE BUILDERS MATTHEW 5:9 INTRODUCTION: (:33 intro) Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid is one of my all time favorite movies. I wasn’t alone in liking it. The film won four academy awards and was nominated as Best Picture in 1970. It’s ranked as one of the top 150 movies on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Christian Church

‘what Mean These Stones?”

Contributed by Evie Megginson on May 22, 2001

Memorial Day is an important day to our Nation, but every Christian should have a “memorial stone” to go back to that reminds them of a certain time and place they experienced the power of God.

‘WHAT MEAN THESE STONES?” Joshua 4:6-7 In April 1863, in Columbus, Mississippi after decorating graves of her two sons, an elderly woman walked to two mounds at the corner of the cemetery. "What are you doing? Those are the graves of two Union soldiers." The reply, "I know. I also know that ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Who Will Roll The Stone

Contributed by Danny Pruett on Jun 4, 2001

God will move the stones in our lives that prevent us from performing all that He desires.

Who Will Roll The Stone Away? Text: Mark 16: 1-6 Mark 16:1-8 16:1 When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. 2 Very early on the first day of the week, just after sunrise, they were on their way to the ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

What Is Your Stone?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 22, 2001

How to apply the raising of Lazarus.

What Is Your Stone? John 11:38-44 38 Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it. 39 Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he stinketh: for he hath ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Stone Is Rolled Away

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 27, 2001

The Stone was rolled on resurrection morning not for Jesus but for us, and that rolled away stone has a message for us today.

"The Stone Is Rolled Away!" It was dark as they arose that Sunday morning... The two got up and put on their garments grabbed their spices and headed out on the dirt road that lead out of the city. As they headed out on the road and as the sun began to rise the path was lined with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Five Smooth Stones

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

We don’t fight a flesh and blood giant with natural weapons, so what do the five smooth stones of David symbolize for me? How can I use them effectively against my giants?

1 Sam 17:40 ¶ And he took his staff in his hand, and chose him (five smooth stones) out of the brook, and put them in a shepherd’s bag which he had, even in a scrip; and his sling. Here are what I believe these 5 smooth stones represent in the life of the child of God (CALLED) 1 Cor 1:9 God is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-51

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stone Throwing In Church

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Apr 4, 2002

An application to John 8:1-10

I went out and gathered small flat stones to pass out to the church. Also I dressed in blue jeans and a nice shirt. (I normally dress in a coat and tie). When you are in a conservative church jeans are a big deal. This is just some Ideas. Preach it! Stone Throwing in Church John 8:1-11 4-7-2002 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, John 8:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Sticks, Stones And Words

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Criticism cannot be avoided and it always hurts--respond well! Intro.

Thesis: Criticism cannot be avoided and it always hurts--respond well! Intro.: 1. It was a great moment in the history of Israel--God was going to select Israel's first king. a. Samuel gathered all Israel at Mizpah. b. Selection process began (20-24). c. Everybody was happy .... or were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-27

Cast The First Stone

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

We live in a day when everyone loves to Judge. · The trial of O.J. Simpson in 1995 opened a door. · Everyone has their opinion on weather O.J. is guilty. · Johnny Cochran, F. Lee Bailey are names that we remember. · Regardless if O.J. is guilty or

Luke 6: 37 "Judge not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. 38 Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"What Meaneth These Stones?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jun 30, 2006

This makes for a great message to be given at a funeral as people are considering the thoughts of the memorial stones left on ground at the cemetery!

Title: “What meaneth these stones” Introduction: It was the changing of the guard, Moses had departed, now Joshua took the reigns of giving leadership to the children of Israel. In this text, we find them at the Jordan River. It was the time when this muddy, churning river, was at it’s highest ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Memorials Of Flesh Or Stone

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 23, 2006

What it means to be a memorial to God

MEMORIALS OF FLESH OR STONE Joshua 4 – Acts 10 INTRODUCTION: Every major military campaign executed by the United States has some sort of memorial remembrance. From 1776 to the present day, America in one form or another remembers its conflicts and wars. Those who have given of themselves and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1

Denomination: Baptist