Sermons on Charles Smith:

The Faces Of Deception (The Ninth Commandment) Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 4, 2001

Since truth exists we ought to seek the truth, tell the truth, live the truth, and share the truth with others.

"Oh what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive." That’s what Sir Walter Scott said almost 200 years ago, and it’s just as true today as it was then. Yet that doesn’t stop most of us from lying, does it? The 1992 book The Day America Told the Truth found that 91% of us lie ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:20, Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Life We Live

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

The Gospel of Cross from Galatians calls for responsible, faithful freedom in Christ.

The Life We Live Galatians 2:20 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Galatians is small but important. Martin Luther said he considered it the most important book in the New Testament. It contains only six chapters and one hundred ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where's Your Heart? Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Jan 8, 2007

An inward look at the condition of our hearts.

Where’s My Heart? Spiritual Heart Surgery Mark 7:1-8 Morris, the loudmouth mechanic, was removing the cylinder heads from the motor of a car when he spotted a famous heart surgeon who was standing off to the side, waiting for the service manager to come take a look at his Mercedes. Morris ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gossip

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 8, 2006

Why is gossip wrong? How can it be corrected?

Gossip Coming out of church, Mrs. Smith asked her husband, "Do you think that Johnson girl is tinting her hair?""I didn’t even see her," admitted Mr. Smith."And that dress Mrs. Davis was wearing," continued Mrs. Smith, "Really, don’t tell me you think that’s the proper costume for a mother of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

Mary, You Did Know!

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 22, 2015

Comedian Mark Lowry wrote what has now become a classic Christmas song entitled Mary, Did You Know. This message answers his question that yes, Mary did know that her son was the face of God.

Mary, You Did Know! Luke 1: 39 – 56 The big news this week has been The Voice finals. Yes, a young man by the name of Jordan Smith captured America’s attention (and their votes) with a stirring rendition of the now classic Christmas song Mary, Did You Know. Smith closed the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Methodist

Christ Receives All

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 24, 2022

A young lady was telling another woman that when she got married she was going to marry a man who had:

• The Looks • The Money • The Intelligence • The Courage • The Personality • And was a perfect gentleman in every way She said, "The man I marry will have everything!" The lady she was talking to said, "If you are going to wait to marry a man that has all of that, you will never ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Church For The Rich And Poor

Contributed by Victor Yap on Oct 31, 2024

James 2

CHURCH FOR THE RICH AND THE POOR (JAMES 2:1-17) According to a 2024 report, the top 10 percent of Hong Kong’s richest household now earn about 81.9 times that of the poorest family. The richest 10 per cent of households in Hong Kong has a median monthly income of HK$131,000, while the lowest 10 per ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

On Time At The Door

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 18, 2003

Funeral sermon for Frank W. Jackson, Sr., former church sexton (janitor) and van driver.

I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than live in the tents of wickedness. I Frank Jackson was the very soul of dependability. If he was to be at a certain place at a given time, he was there. He was on time at the door, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Follow The Leader Series

Contributed by Edward Walker on Mar 11, 2007

Through Christ, the Right Way is Revealed--the way to peace, joy, and eternal life.

2. When Lewis and Clark and the Corps of Discovery returned with their report—they opened wide the opportunities of the in the American Frontier. The westward expansion encouraged many people to direct their dreams and passions toward a new land. 3. There was a young man by the name of Jedediah ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sarah: The Princess And The Promise Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Dec 2, 2006

Part III of a six week series demonstrating how God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things.

A Promise is a Promise +In the movie, “It could happen to you” Nicholas Cage plays the part of a New York Cop who walks into a little café orders a cup of coffee. When he’s ready to leave, he reaches back and realizes he’s misplaced his wallet. The struggling young waitress played by Bridget Fonda ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:27-30

Denomination: Bible Church

Obedience And Blessing Series

Contributed by James Webster on Apr 18, 2015

A lot of people are living their lives short of being what God wants them to be. They have heard the message they have left their land of “UR” but for some reason they have never got all the way over into Canaan, the blessing of blessing, victory and spiritual plenty.

MESSAGE SERIES “Look to the Stars”- Message I The Life of Abraham God keeps His promises; we must remain obedient to Him even when the future isn’t clear.” TODAY We are going to talk about the connection with Obedience and Blessing. ABRAHAM COMES ON THE SCENE IN GENESIS ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:27-32

Denomination: Nazarene

Sword, Suffering, And Shame

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jul 4, 2017

It is not easy following Jesus. We can lose friendships, our family, and endure hardships and heartache. Jesus tells us in Matthew 10 that these things will happen, and that we look to Him when they do.

In High School, one of my favorite teachers was Mr. Smith. I enjoyed his humor, his teaching styles, and his supportiveness. I also really enjoyed him as a soccer coach. I know I was one of his favorite students too, as he once said that in a class. He was instrumental in getting me a $2,000 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39, Micah 7:5-7

Denomination: Lutheran

7 Easter B

Contributed by Roger Haugen on May 29, 2003

Have you ever had anyone tell you they are praying for you? Jesus is praying for you asking protection and sanctification.

7 Easter B John 17:6-19 1 June 2003 Rev. Roger N. Haugen Have you ever had someone tell you they are praying for you? Likely we all have had people pray for us, but it is different when someone tells you they are praying for you. It might happen when you are going through a difficult time with ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Candlemas

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 13, 2002

The Perseverence, the Perception and Prophetic Message of Simeon

Bale 03-02-02 Candlemas Lk: 2:22-40 The perseverance of Simeon Story: On 12th February 1809 a baby boy was born in a one-room log cabin with a dirt floor on a farm in Kentucky. He grew up to be a man of rugged determination. And although he had less than a year of formal education, he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Anglican

Palms And Walls

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 9, 2004

A sermon on Isaiah 49:14-22 for Baby Recognition Sunday. (Thanks to many SermonCentral contributors for illustrations and ideas)

Sermon for 8/1/2004 Baby Sunday Isaiah 49:14-22 Introduction: A. Isaiah is the Shakespeare of the Old Testament. Start reading here and go through to the end of this book we see wonderful descriptions of Jesus Christ, of salvation, and of the New Israel (the Church) and of heaven. B. Vs. 14- ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ