Sermons on Bury Vs Sow:

We Are The Children Of God

Contributed by Carl Benge on Jun 14, 2007

A Memorial Day Sermon on our Family of Faith

We are children of God!! All three of our Scripture readings for us this day echo this phrase…….. We are children of God. On that day of Pentecost so many centuries ago, those were the words echoed in the witnessing given by the disciples. Remember the words of the Holy Spirit, “And all who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-16

Denomination: Methodist

Good Works Of Faith Series

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Apr 25, 2006

Good Works as a response to a relationship for God

Ministerial transition can be difficult and emotional things. There was an elderly woman who was weeping as she said goodbye to the man who had been pastor of her church for several years. "My dear lady," consoled the departing pastor, "don’t get so upset. Surely the Search Committee will find a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Raising The Dead Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on May 2, 2006

You’ve been raised from death to life. So what are you doing with your new life?

Raising the Dead Ephesians 2:1-10 Ephesians 2:1 (NLT) Once you were dead, doomed forever because of your many sins. You Were Dead The wages of sin  Romans 6:23a Romans 6:23a For the wages of sin is death... You Were Dead The wages of sin  Romans ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Just As I Am"

Contributed by Ray Scott on May 11, 2006

We often sing the invitation hymn "Just As I Am". But, "What are you?". This message, through the story of the Rich Young Ruler" tells what a lost sinner is ... "Just As I Am".

“Just As I Am” … OR … “What Baptists Believe About … Man, Salvation, Grace” NOTE: A solo, “Just As I Am” was sung just before this message. INTRODUCTION: SERIES … PREVIOUS … What Baptists believe about the Scriptures, Trinity … · MAN – Created innocent … sinned … brought sin into human race … ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Saved And The Lost

Contributed by George Barton on May 13, 2006

Using an outline from the late Dr. Culbertson of Moody Bible Institute the author explains the various asoects of how we are saved.

ROMANS 3:21-6:23 THE SAVED AND THE LOST THE SAVED THESE PEOPLE ARE SAVED BY THE GRACE OF GOD 1, These people are saved originally by grace. Grace is unmerited favor, God’s riches at Christ’s expense. Before God laid the foundations of the world, God chose these people to be saved. They are the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Behold, I Though?

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 21, 2006

Reading this story makes you wonder why is there a story about a Syrian Captain wedged in this continuing story of Israel’s mishaps? There must be a great message from God.

BEHOLD, I THOUGH? II KINGS 5:1-14 When you read this you instantly wonder. Why is there a story about a Syrian Captain wedged in this continuing story of Israel’s mishaps. God had delivered Israel from Egypt and brought them into the land that flowed with mike and honey. He had ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Night Caller

Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Jul 25, 2004

Nicodemus Visits Jesus at night

The Night Caller John 3:1-16 Intro. It was late at night a knock on the door. We do not know why Jesus was alone, this was during the time of his great popularity we would have thought that some of his friends might be with him, they may have gone for food or most likely he had sent them out ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Of Salvation

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Aug 14, 2004

When you look around at the religious world one soon learns that there are many ideas concerning the way of salvation. Some people encourage you to "Choose the Church of Your Choice," but do we really have that choice? The bible teaches that when one co

The Way of Salvation Ephesians 2:8¡X10 INTRODUCTION When you look around at the religious world one soon learns that there are many ideas concerning the way of salvation. Some people encourage you to "Choose the Church of Your Choice," but do we really have that choice? The bible teaches that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Very Religious Yet Very Lost!

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 28, 2004

Ardent religious activity and a high and lofty intellect fall far short of the righteousness God requires.

VERY RELIGIOUS YET VERY LOST! 22 Then Paul stood in the midst of the Areopagus and said: "Men of Athens, I perceive that in all things you are very religious; 23 for as I was passing through and considering the objects of your worship, I even found an altar with this inscription: TO THE ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

At Home With Jesus

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

I believe that many times Christians will know what it means to be a follower of Jesus, and they may rightfully call themselves Christians. And yet some people may not sense a connection with God.

Let’s begin tonight by giving thanks to what the Lord has been doing in each of our lives. I know that it is God that is doing these things. We are dependent on the Lord and His stirring our hearts. We can study, and train, and discuss what needs to be done and what should be done, but it will ...read more

Scripture: John 14:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does God Really Want?

Contributed by Mike Gay on Feb 19, 2004

This message is intended to show the seeker and the complacent christian that God wants a relationship rather than a religious zealot.

WHAT DOES GOD REALLY WANT? Micah 6:1-8 1 Hear now what the LORD says: "Arise, plead your case before the mountains, and let the hills hear your voice. 2 Hear, O you mountains, the LORD’S complaint, and you strong foundations of the earth; for the LORD has a complaint against His people, and He ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Equals Action Series

Contributed by W.bryan Jackson on Feb 21, 2004

Faith without works is dead. How often have I heard that sitting in the pews. James talks about meeting peoples needs as a way of showing faith. I want to take that a step further.

James 2:14-26 what good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? (15) Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. (16) If one of you says to him, “Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about his physical ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Methodist

By Grace Comes Joy Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004

Paul refuses to allow anything to be added to the gospel because such things steal the joy that comes from salvation by grace alone.

Philippians 3:1-3 Sunday, May 26, 2002 One of the greatest truths from the Word of God is the truth that salvation is by grace through faith completely apart from any of our works. Yet there is something perverse within us that even when we know that truth we desire that there be a set of rules ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-3, Romans 3:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

It The Same Old (Wonderful) Song Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 20, 2004

If we received a phone call from Abraham, we would conclude that God has ALWAYS saved people by grace through faith – always. And we would conclude that without faith, it is impossible to please God.

It’s the Same Old (But Wonderful) Song (Romans 4:1-25) 1. PITTSBURGH (Reuters)- "One felony, extra crispy, please." City police on Friday said they were looking for a man who called a KFC restaurant and placed an unusual takeout order — a robbery. The man called the restaurant March 31 and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

By Law Or By Grace

Contributed by Richard White on Apr 30, 2004

Do we have a form of religion or a real relationship.

By Law or By Grace Romans 2:17-29 The Jews were very strict in keeping their rituals and ceremonies. They had a form of religiosity, but lacked faith in God. They were faithful to their teachings but not forgiven of their sins, they were religious but lost. We know many like that today, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29, Matthew 15:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ