Sermons on Casting Pearls:

Prayer And Service.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 18, 2022

Coming down from the mount of Transfiguration.

PRAYER AND SERVICE. Mark 9:14-29. We might like to enjoy our mountain-top experiences without the trouble of coming back down to the more mundane realities of everyday life, but we may not. It is important for us to maintain a life of prayer, but also of service. There is work to be done. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Running The Race

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jan 21, 2023

Paul uses a race to illustrate the Christian life.

Running the Race Hebrews 12:1-2 Intro. I used to be a runner. - Cross Country - Not anymore Paul illustrates the Christian life as a race. Vs. 1 I. The participants A. Those watching 1. I don’t think I remember anyone watching me 2. However, in our Christian walk there is “a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Making A Difference

Contributed by Michael Caples on Nov 5, 2017

Making a difference as a Christian

If you went into a field at about 2:00 in the morning It would be very dark. If I lit a small light from the other side you would see it. As a matter of fact, you would turn all of your focus to it. Think of this world as that dark field. Our world is very dark. We are more full of sin than ever. ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:22-23

Resurrection Day - Christ Has Risen, Indeed!

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 8, 2025

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There are 7 ramifications of prophecies in Zechariah 11-14 and Jeremiah 32. God indicated that the Messiah will 1. Be betrayed 2. By a friend 3. For 30 pieces 4. of silver 5. They will be cast on the floor 6. Of the temple 7. And be used to buy a potter's field Psalm 69 "for My thrist ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Power Behind The Power Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 14, 2010

A study of chapter 31 verses 1 through 18

Ezekiel 31: 1 – 18 The power behind the power 1 Now it came to pass in the eleventh year, in the third month, on the first day of the month, that the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2 “Son of man, say to Pharaoh king of Egypt and to his multitude: ‘Whom are you like in your greatness? 3 ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 31:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Whose The Strong Man Now?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 23, 2018

This sermon focuses on two main points 1. The Supernatural is Real 2. Jesus Is the Stronger Man (Messiah - Son of God)

Scripture: Mark 3:20 - 27 (reading Mark 3:7 - 27) Call to worship - Psalm 138 Theme: "You are the Son of God" This sermon focuses on two main points 1. The Supernatural is Real 2. Jesus Is the Stronger Man (Messiah - Son of God) INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-27, Mark 3:20-27

Denomination: Nazarene

Being To Friendly With The Enemy

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 19, 2022

In the last several years we have heard a lot about “fake news.” “Fake news” is what happens when something is reported to be true that isn’t true.

Fake news is nothing new. That is, we’re not the first generation to grapple with truth vs. lies. Human nature is such that many people find it easier to tell a lie than to tell the truth. If lying was a sport, it would be the most popular sport on earth today. Politicians have the reputation ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Greatness Waiting To Happen

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 7, 2001

God sees us as greatness waiting to take its form.

Greatness Waiting To Happen 1/22/ 94 Exodus 12:31-42 John 12:23-28 When you get up and look in the mirror each morning what do you see? Do you see a person who can’t wait to change his or her appearance in order to be more presentable to the world, or do you see what God sees. God ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:31-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't Worry - She'll Hold Toghther

Contributed by Steven Goulstone on Jun 20, 2002

Talking from Luke regarding Jesus’ instructions on worrying

DON’T WORRY, SHE’LL HOLD TOGETHER Not many of you guys knew me when I was just a little punk in form 2. Well to tell you one thing about me, I was short. You know short, not short as in a couple of cm’s below everyone – try a head below everyone else. My nick name’s were shorty or short stuff, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

Worship - It's All About Him

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 4, 2002

Confusion over issues like what to wear, who should preach or pray, etc, often clouds the issue. Worship is all about Him!

March 3, 2002 Paul is a very old and dear friend of mine; he is also a troublemaker! Before the days of my preaching every chapter, every verse, straight through a Bible book, I used to nimbly avoid the trouble traps Paul laid out. Today I am cornered! If I tell the truth about this passage ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Mystery Of Light Part 3

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 27, 2002

Scientists are baffled by the mystery of light they can study it but still don’t understand what light is. God is light according to the Bible and he’s as mysterious as light in the natural sense but like scientist we can study God and understand what l

Mystery of Light part 3 Opening Illustration: Video clip – To reference Bob’s comment last week at the end of the service. Show video clip on the need for son glasses (humorous). Thesis: Scientists are baffled by the mystery of light they can study it but still don’t understand what light is. God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-12, Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Watchman

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 30, 2000

We are the watchman and have a responsibility for knowing God ourselves and making him known to others.

In a major speech to the country on March 23, 1983, Ronald Reagan outlined a national plan of defense called the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI), which soon became known as “Star Wars.” In the speech he said, “What if free people could live secure in the knowledge... that we could intercept and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:1-16, Ezekiel 33:1-33

Denomination: Methodist

Refreshing My Rough Times Series

Contributed by James Botts on Sep 10, 2002

“Refreshing My Rough Times.” Sometimes life can be real rough and it seems as though the whole world is out of control. We’ll study Psalm 91:1-16 in order to learn how to find shelter, peace and refuge in the presence of the Lord.

The Crossing Community Church Times Of Refreshing “Refreshing My Rough Times” Pastor Jim Botts September 8th, 2002 Introduction **FLASH PLAYER CLIP: 9-11** John Blanchard recounts the events of 9-11: The beautiful morning of September 11th, 2001, seemed a day like any other day. But coordinated ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16, Psalm 91:1

Denomination: Baptist

We Exist To Worship

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 18, 2002

This was the 1st in a 5 part series explaining the purpose of our church. The first purpose is to worship God.

May 6, 2001 Isaiah 6 “We exist to Worship” 1. True worship is not an escape from reality. (vs. 1a) It is something that happens in the midst of life. Isaiah begins this passage with the phrase, “In the year that king Uzziah died…”. King Uzziah was one of the good kings of the province ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Paying Our Spiritual Debts

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 4, 2001

Debt can be a good thing, spiritually; we owe debts to those who have shaped us, both negatively and positively, and pay that back by sharing in mutual respect and by offering the good news to a generation yet to come.

How do you feel about debt? Do you like debt? Do you take pleasure in interest payments? How many of you say, “Oh, Mr. Greenspan, please don’t lower the interest rate again. I want to pay more. I love debt.” Can I get a show of hands? I thought not. You don’t like debt. I don’t like ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Baptist