Sermons on Civil Rights: showing 6,091-6,105 of 144,090

God Bless America?

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 13, 2002

I feel a very powerful and poignant reminder of the history of our country and how it directly relates to the Israelites in Judges.

God Bless America I want to tell you a story today about a young man I know. It started out on his sixteenth birthday. His father bought him a mustang. Not a new one but nice. Not too long after that the young man was in a wreck. It wasn’t his fault, and the car was still drivable so he went ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Stones Of Remembrance Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 7, 2002

A living reminder of thankfulness.

Stones of Remembrance A. INTRODUCTION: JOSHUA 4:1-9 1. After God performed a significant miracle for the establishment of the nation in the land, a memorial was set up to remind future generations: (a) what God did; past; (b) who they were; present; (c) how to live in the future. 2. After the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Iraq In Prophecy: Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 1, 2003

Iraq in Prophecy

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Iraq is the second most mentioned nation in the Bible after Israel (Mesopotamia, Babylon, Assyria, Ninevah, Chaldees, etc.). 2. Saddam Hussein called himself Nebuchadnezzar. 3. The name Iraq is a recent name and Baghdad is a modern city. B. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND 1. The Garden ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-14, Revelation 17:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

Some Hopefully Humorous Suggestions Concerning How To Get Involved In Confl Series

Contributed by George Barton on Mar 18, 2006

Conflict is inevitable in life. It takes humility, skill and knowledge to learn to be a reconciler.

SOME HOPEFULLY HUMOROUS SUGGESTIONS CONCERNING HOW TO GET INVOLVED IN CONFLICT SITUATIONS REVISED MARCH 17, 2006 Matthew 18:15-35 Luke 17:1-10 Conflict is inevitable in all aspects of life. It takes humility, skill and knowledge of the Word of God to learn to be a reconciler. 1. BE BORN. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-35

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Trial Of Pilate

Contributed by Donovan Myers on Jun 15, 2007

Who was really on trial? Jesus or Pilate?

The entire story seems to be about Pilate grappling with the issues of truth and justice. The entire story is also about the Jewish leaders and their pathetic and flagrant disregard for life and innocence. But the story is also about Jesus’ steadfast commitment to the people for whom he came. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lesson 4: The Best And Worst Of Times

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 13, 2006

The top ten Best and Worst of Times in regards to Christ’s return.

A. THE TOP TEN BEST OF OUR TIMES 1. More people to reach for Christ. “Most assuredly, I say to you . . . the works that I do he will do also; and greater [works] than these he will do, because I go to My Father” (John 14:12). 2. Easier travel from any place to all places. “Many shall run to and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:9

Denomination: Baptist

God Makes A Way Where There Is No Way

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 8, 2002

God’s provision is displayed in this message when it seems like all hope is gone.

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-31 Title: “God Makes A Way Where There Is No Way” Introduction: “Stand still and see the salvation of the Lord.” When things are really impossible it’s going to take God to work it out anyway! So you might as well stand still. Almost in the same breath Moses appears to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Winning Team

Contributed by Michael Brady on Feb 2, 2012

This sermon is to encourage our Church family to work togther as a team

Pastor John Piper teaching about preaching Preaching Isn’t Church, but It Serves the Church Preaching is not the totality of the church. And if all you have is preaching, you don’t have the church. A church is a body of people who minister to each other. One of the purposes of preaching is to equip ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:4-7

Denomination: Church Of God

A Lifestyle Of Evangelism Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Nov 20, 2016

Evangelism is a word that causes many of us to tremble. When we simplify the process it can become easier to do. Here's some thoughts from a meeting between Philip and an Ethiopian eunuch.

What is your initial, knee jerk reaction when you hear this word? (pause) Evangelism. A few of you slid forward in your seat, got this eager look on your face, and can’t wait to hear the rest of the message. Most of you are looking a bit like a deer caught in the headlights, startled and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Please Restore Us! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 1, 2016

God’s people are vulnerable, and sometimes they foolishly become sidetracked. The Psalmist seeks to plead his case by bringing up God’s special relationship to his people.

Please Restore Us! (Psalm 80) 1. When our kids were at home, we had a plastic swimming pool in the back yard. 2. One day, we went to the park and caught crayfish. We made the pool into a crayfish haven. 3. A couple of days later, we heard a noise from our kitchen window. We looked and off ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Please Restore Us! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 15, 2016

God’s people are vulnerable, and sometimes they foolishly become sidetracked. The Psalmist seeks to plead his case by bringing up God’s special relationship to his people.

Please Restore Us! (Psalm 80) 1. When our kids were at home, we had a plastic swimming pool in the back yard. 2. One day, we went to the park and caught crayfish. We made the pool into a crayfish haven. 3. A couple of days later, we heard a noise from our kitchen window. We looked and off ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Conflict

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 17, 2016

Is conflict always avoidable? Is conflict always a sign of failure? Can good come from conflict?

Intro Is conflict always avoidable? Is conflict always a sign of failure? Can good come from conflict? Goal I want us to learn that conflict is a part of the full Gospel message. Sermon Plan We will discuss Luke 12:49-56, a world on fire, family conflict and interpreting the times. Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lesson 5: The Second Coming Of Christ Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 21, 2015

The Return of Christ to earth

THE SCENE IN HEAVEN CHANGES Revelation 19:11-12:17 1. The bride of Christ now becomes soldiers of Christ. “Now I saw heaven opened . . . He judges and makes war” (19:11). “And the armies in heaven, clothed in fine linen, white and clean, followed Him on white ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Pilgrims - Beginning

Contributed by David Leach on Apr 3, 2015

The origin of the Pilgrims, who formed the first permanent Colony in America

(The sources for this brief history include: Museum of 17th century Plymouth, The BBC archives, Experience Nottinghamshire, Bassetlaw Museum, The Light and The Glory) This Pilgrim story begins in 1606 in the small north Nottinghamshire village of Scrooby, population then about 150-200, and now ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tolerance: The Lever Against Christians

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 8, 2013

THE “LEFT” HAS FOUND THE ISSUE OF “TOLERANCE” TO BE THE MECHANISM TO FORCE SOCIAL CHANGE IN AMERICA OVER THE PREVIOUSLY DOMINATING BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW. EXCESSIVE TOLERANCE RESULTS IN A PERMISSIVE SOCIETY, IN WHICH THE STABILIZING SOCIAL STRUCTURES CRUMBLE,

TOLERANCE: THE WEDGE AGAINST CHRISTIANS THESIS THE “LEFT” HAS FOUND THE ISSUE OF “TOLERANCE” TO BE THE MECHANISM TO FORCE SOCIAL CHANGE IN AMERICA OVER THE PREVIOUSLY DOMINATING BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW. EXCESSIVE TOLERANCE RESULTS IN A PERMISSIVE SOCIETY, IN WHICH THE STABILIZING SOCIAL STRUCTURES ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God