Sermons on Climax:

Rev.18:4-7~# 63-Pt.4 Commercial Babylon Falls Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 9, 2010

Chapters 17: describes the spiritual and chapter 18: describes the commercial states of Babylon. Spiritual Babylon involves the big umbrella of Christendom that is with us today; many assemblies that name the name of Christ are far from Christian, they o

Rev.18:4-7~# 63-pt.4 COMMERCIAL BABYLON FALLS 7-17-10 Chapters 17: describes the spiritual and chapter 18: describes the commercial states of Babylon. Spiritual Babylon involves the big umbrella of Christendom that is with us today; many assemblies ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

He Is Lord

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

Part of a series on the Gospel of John. This message looks at the various reactions people had to Jesus and His Lordship.

He is Lord John 18:1 There is a difference between actions and reactions our actions tell a lot about us, but our actions can also be deceptive. The actions of the pharisees was deceptive, they played the part of being righteous like the best Broadway actors. Our reactions tell the truth about ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1

Our Trust Is Validated Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 16, 2010

Just what good is a promise? Why should we believe it? Why should we trust the promise-giver?

“When Heaven Comes Down: Our Trust Is Validated” Luke 1:26-38 It’s the last day of swimming lessons, the day of the final testing. The tests determine which swimmers advance to the next level. The last test is to jump into the deep water. The instructor, of course, was already in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Peril And Blessing Of Glorifying God

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 22, 2011

Glorifying and giving thanks keeps us safe.

Rom 1:21 Because that, when they knew God, they glorified (doxadzo honored, praised worship) him not as God, neither were thankful; (appreciate, favor) but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkenedzo 1Co 6:20 For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

More Word, Less Worry!

Contributed by David Cook on Nov 23, 2009

Believers in Jesus can find relief from worries through His Word.

“MORE WORD, LESS WORRY” TEXT: Luke 10:38-42, Colossians 1:15-19 INTRO: Have you ever noticed how easy it is to get stressed out in the every day issues of life that you neglect the most important Person in life, Jesus Christ your Lord and Savior? ILLUS: The Mayo Clinic stated that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

You've Got Mail: Sardis Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 22, 2009

The fifth in a series of seven. This is an expository, alliterated sermon with practical application based on the letter to Sardis in Revelation. PowerPoint is avialable if you e-mail me.

You’ve Got Mail: Sardis Scott Bayles, preacher First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL From the manufacturing hub of Thyatira a first-century postman continued southward another forty miles until arriving at the acropolis of Sardis. Sitting atop a steep hill roughly 1,500 feet above the main ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

We Would See Jesus Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 22, 2008

# 34 in series. Jesus states three amazing paradoxes, Life comes through death, Life comes through spending it, Greatness comes through service.

A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 34 “We Would See Jesus” John 12:20-26 I want to begin this morning by reading you the text from the translation called (The Message). I want to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

Putting The Pieces Together Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 23, 2008

VISION 2012 part 2 – Creating vision within the local chruch. We’re off to a good start, but where do we go from here? God has a word for us found here in His message given to the prophet Isaiah. As we enter 2008 we need to THINK BIG, GET MORE ROPE and DR

• Isaiah 54:2 NIV Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent curtains wide, do not hold back; lengthen your cords, strengthen your stakes. • Isaiah 54:2 MsgB Clear lots of ground for your tents! Make your tents large. Spread out! Think big! Use plenty of rope, drive the tent pegs deep. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Words Of Comfort For Shattered Hearts Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Jan 29, 2008

After Judah had been told of future disaster and exile, Isaiah now tells them of the LORD’s comfort. When faced with trials of life how do we find the strength to go on? Listen to what Isaiah had to say...

WORDS OF COMFORT FOR SHATTERED HEARTS “Comfort my people.” What brings you comfort? We speak of food as “comfort food”; food that reminds you of the growing up years when Mom filled the house with the fragrance of baking. For others comfort food is roast beef with potatoes smothered in gravy. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-31

Denomination: Mennonite

Critiquing The Critic Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 8, 2012

Speaking in condemning, critical ways seems to be second nature to us. However, James gives us reason and instruction to prevent this sinful behavior.

1. “No New Taxes” Illustration Who said, “Read my lips. No new taxes”? "Read my lips: no new taxes" is the famous phrase spoken by then presidential candidate George H. W. Bush at the 1988 Republican National Convention as he accepted the nomination on August 18th. Written ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revealing Jesus

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Apr 5, 2011

Like John the Baptist, God is calling and dispatching us to witness and testify to the way, the truth and the life in Christ Jesus.

INTRO This morning, we’re going to turn back to the Gospel of John and dovetail with last week’s message. Last Sunday, we walked down the hallowed halls of Biblical history and gazed upon the portrait of grace embodied in Jesus Christ. We stared intently into the word of God, as the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Lutheran

The Hidden Word

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 14, 2012

Knowing God's Word can make all the difference in our lives. A sermon delivered in preparation for Vacation Bible School.

The Hidden Word Psalm 119:9-16 July 11, 2004 As a child growing up in Chatham, Louisiana, summers were reserved for two things. Little League baseball and Vacation Bible School. Both were the extent of my summer activities because that was all there was to do. I went to church camp a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Methodist

Koran Burning And All That!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jun 24, 2012

To trust God to mete out justice when facing persecutions!!!

THE BURNING ISSUE Want to become an international celeb in a jiffy? Go no further than aping the dubious, provocative style of “Pastor” Terry Jones of Dove World Outreach Center Gainesville who was hell-bent on burning Koran on Sept 11 (for obvious ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: *other

The Discipline Of Remembering

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 14, 2011

When we are in the midst of despair take some time to remember those times when God has been faithful, when He has spoken to us and has worked in power.

The Discipline of Remembering June 5, 2011 Psalm 77 Intro: Remembering is an important spiritual discipline, with one very important caution. 31 years ago, a 9yr old boy sat on the left side of the tiny sanctuary, about two thirds of the way back, listening to a visiting choir from some long ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Calling On The Name Of The Lord Without Speaking In Tongues As Evidence Series

Contributed by Gregory Norton on Nov 27, 2011

We believe that salvation is for everyone who calls on the name of the Lord.

Introduction Much earlier in ministry, I thought that I would never come to place where I would preach: I believe that conversion is by calling on the name of the Lord but without the required evidence/sign of speaking in tongues. Some teach that an ‘initial evidence’ of speaking in tongues is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Methodist