Sermons on Butterfly:

No Need Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 20, 2015

You have no need! Can you believe it?

“Jesus 101: No Need” Matthew 3:1-17 It must have been quite the scene. First, consider the location: the Desert. It’s not where an up and coming preacher should try to build his new church! Second, there was John the Baptist who was quite a sight! “John's clothes were made ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Masqueraders Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 4, 2015

The devil and his workers will not appear as satan & deceivers. They will appear to be on your side & on God’s side. But they will take your attention off God, off Jesus Christ, off sharing His Gospel & place attention on man & his frailties.

2 CORINTHIANS 11: 11-15 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] THE MASQUERADERS [Matthew 24: 1-5 / 1 John 4:1-3] A attack on the purity of Paul's motives was a disguise for the false preachers actions. They acted like they were concerned for what was right so that they could divide the unity of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

Sent, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 19, 2012

In Matthew 10, we have Jesus’ sermon commissioning the disciples for his mission in the world, sending them out to minister in His name. The word “apostle” and “sent” are the same in Greek. That means every Christian is a missionary, one who is sent-out i

James Emery White tells the story a college history professor who was a Christian. The professor would go down to a local nursing home and visit with the elderly men and women there on a weekly basis. Though some were lovingly visited every day by their families – having been sent there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:7

Denomination: Methodist

Giving Your All

Contributed by Jason Seger on Feb 21, 2012

Giving God everything you have is the only acceptable response in light of all He has done for us.

Giving your all Scripture Text: Romans 12:1-2 Introduction: On Friday a 21 yr. old Olympic Athlete died while practicing for his competition. Years of sacrifice and training: gone in an instant. Olympians are extremely focused individuals. They spend a lifetime preparing physically, mentally, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Breakthrough To Victory (Easter) Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 17, 2009

Easter message. For all of us… it is the climatic conclusion to a story that we all know something about. For no figure has had a greater impact on our civilization than Jesus… the Christ. His teachings… treatment… proved to have a power that is tra

When you’re reading a great book it builds anticipation for the last chapter… for how it finishes. When you see a story in the form of a movie… you can feel it moving towards a climax that will help you understand it all. Today we come to the last chapter… the final scene in the ultimate ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beyond The Burning

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

Beyond the Burning. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Zephaniah chapter 3 verses 8-20. Ill: • Captain of a plane flying over the Atlantic ocean made an announcement; • We have some good news and some bad news, • The good news is we are making record time, • The bad news is we are lost! • I think that is a ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:8-20

Denomination: Brethren

The Power Of Sound Doctrine Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Nov 21, 2010

Talk 4 in in series. A look at how sound doctrine orders relationships within the church family.

It’s amazing what persistent teaching and training can do. Geoff Huegill (a successful Australian swimmer) lost 40 kg to win the 100m butterfly at the recent Commonwealth Games. The Sydney Morning Herald reported that ‘Huegill had feared disappearing under a pile of beer cans and pizza boxes before ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Glory!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

Glory! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 17 verses 1-13. (a). Introduction (Verse 1): 1After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. (1). The Purpose: • For both Jesus and the disciples these six days were a time of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

The New You Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 12, 2023

in the midst of your suffering look forward to your completed, celestial, and Christlike body.

Several years ago (2013), The Week magazine quoted TV chef Anthony Bourdain, who advised, “Your body is not a temple, it's an amusement park. Enjoy the ride.” Then they posed the question: “What would be a good name for a theme park ride based on the typical American's body?” Here were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-49, 1 Corinthians 15:21-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Praying & Sharing Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 4, 2021

‘Praying & Sharing’ Acts chapter 4 verses 23-37 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: The Christians Praying: • notice who is praying (vs 23-24) • notice when it was prayed (vs 23&29) • notice who they prayed to (vs 24-28) • notice what was asked (vs 29-30) • notice what happened next (vs 31) The Christians Sharing: • notice there was unity (vs 32) • there ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-37

Denomination: Brethren

You Have To Get In The Ring To Win Part 3: Me Vs The World

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 21, 2021

This sermon involves dealing with our constant fight with the world. We will face the same 3 temptations that Jesus faced. Love not the world.

You Have To Get In The Ring To Win Me vs The World Proverbs 1:8-19 Luke 4:1-13 7/18/2021 We are continuing our boxing match line-up that we started two weeks ago. The first match was Me vs. Me. The second match was Me Vs. You. Today’s match is Me vs. The World, and next week it will be Me ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19, Luke 4:1-13, 1 John 2:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

'where Does Your Help Come From?'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 8, 2021

'Where Does Your Help Come From?' - Psalm 121 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The God of creation is BEFORE me (vs 1-2). (2). The eyes of God of are UPON me (vs 3-4). (4). The care of God is AROUND me (vs 5-6) (3). The presence of God is BESIDE me (vs 7-8) SERMON BODY: Ill: • What do these objects have in common? • (I will be amazed if you can guess ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Brethren

Being A Soldier Of Christ

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 16, 2020

What does it take to be a soldier for Christ? This message ends with a bold statement of being a soldier for Christ and was delivered with soft background music. Very heart-touching.

This past Wednesday was Veteran’s Day. I don’t want to let that day go by without honoring our veterans and thanking them for their service. After all, if it wasn’t for their service, we might not have the freedoms that we have. But in 2 Timothy 2: 1-4, Paul talks about being a soldier for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

I've Never Been That Bad!

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 30, 2020

Titus 3:3 makes some pretty bold accusations about those who have not come to Jesus for salvation! Many will be offended by this and even declare that they have never been that bad. But, even though we all WERE that bad He di not leave us there! Praise His Name Forever!!!

I’ve Never Been THAT Bad! Titus 3:3-5 “At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. “But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, He saved us, not because ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8, Romans 5:8, Titus 3:3, Titus 3:4-5, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

A Fight Plan For Finding Hope When Your Heart Is Heavy

Contributed by Lane Hastie on Nov 6, 2018

Psalm 42 & 43

Hoping to help his church save some money…Pastor Jones decided to paint the church exterior himself. The funds were low and all he had on hand was one bucket of paint. So…he collected as many empty buckets as he could find and gathered them close to the water spicket on the side of the church ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God