Sermons on Codes:

The Word, The Spirit, And The Cross Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on May 25, 2004

The sermon begins a study of 1 Corinthians 12-14 with an overview of the book and the issues behind it.

Holy Spirit Series 2000 The World, The Spirit and the Cross Introduction to 1 Corinthians Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO What sank the Titanic? Most of you saw the movie. Many have seen the news reels. What took the gigantic ship to the ocean ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In His Time Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 19, 2006

God of Wonders, Pt. 1

IN HIS TIME (GENESIS 1) A Newsweek poll shows that 91 percent of American adults say they believe in God and 87% say they identify with a specific religion. Christians far outnumber members of any other faith in the country, with 82% of the poll’s respondents identifying themselves as such. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prologue And Blessings Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 19, 2016

The first verse clearly declares, this book is “THE REVELATION FROM JESUS CHRIST, which God gave Him,” which doesn’t mean it is a revelation about Jesus Christ but the revelation given by Jesus Christ.

Lesson: IA1: Prologue and Blessings: (Revelation 1:1-3) Revelation 1:1-3 (NIV) 1 The revelation from Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show his servants what must ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Payback

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 26, 2018

A study in the book of Exodus 22: 1 – 31

Exodus 22: 1 – 31 Payback 22 “If a man steals an ox or a sheep, and slaughters it or sells it, he shall restore five oxen for an ox and four sheep for a sheep. 2 If the thief is found breaking in, and he is struck so that he dies, there shall be no guilt for his bloodshed. 3 If the sun has risen ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Characteristics Of A Fool Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

5th in a series of sermons on James dealing with the characteristics of a fool.

“Characteristics of a Fool” Trials stand as the primary test to affirm the reality and stability of our trust in God. James addresses genuine faith’s response to trials in verse 2-18. I. Faith’s response to trials 1:2-18 Instruction #1 : Consider it all joy when encountering trials Insight: ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Love The Church Honestly Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 12, 2015

If Jesus loves the church then I should love the church. And I should love the church the same way Jesus does. He doesn’t love his bride because she’s perfect. Jesus loves his bride because she belongs to him. He loves her warts and all.

Series: Victorious! “Love the Church Honestly” Revelation 2-3 Open If you’re joining us today for the first time ever or the first time in a while, we’re doing a devotional study through the book of Revelation. Our goal is to get to the heart of the message of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship God Selflessly Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 12, 2015

The biblical idea of corporate worship is not so much focused on what you get out of the experience. It deals more with what you give. Did you offer God the very essence of yourself?

Series: Victorious! “Worship God Selflessly” Revelation 4 and 5 Open Welcome to everyone here today. I’m glad that you’ve joined us today. We’re in a message series through the book of Revelation titled Victorious! We’re approaching this book of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Unquenchable

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 1, 2016

In many sectors of our society “tolerance” is equated with “love.” But is that a biblical concept? God is love; but was He tolerant of Sodom’s sin? Perhaps current assumptions about what love is should be examined in the light of biblical revelation.

Love Unquenchable (10-18-15 www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) I take as my theme these words from Song of Solomon 8:7 “Many waters cannot quench love, Nor can the floods drown it….” On November 5, 1982 a precious gift from God was laid in my arms. Jeanie and I named her Kathy Jean ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Charismatic

Taking God Seriously Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 31, 2017

This sermon covers Genesis 19 - the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah and challenges us to take God seriously.

Introduction: A. Once there was a man who grew watermelons to supplement his meager income. 1. He was doing pretty well, until some local kids began sneaking into his watermelon patch at night to eat his watermelons. 2. After some careful thought, he came up with a clever idea that he thought ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nuts And Bolts Christianity

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 23, 2017

Paul gives us a passage that is 1. Simple 2. Practical 3. Filled with Spiritual Passion and Energy. A passage that can transform our lives and the lives of the Body of Christ!

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21 (Call to Worship - Psalms 26:1-8) Title: Nuts and Bolts Christianity Paul gives us a passage that is 1. Simple 2. Practical 3. Filled with Spiritual Passion and Energy. A passage that can transform our lives and the lives of the Body of Christ! INTRO: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Nazarene

The Season Of Hope! Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 24, 2017

Our writer shares with us how His Hope in God leds Him to: 1. A Call for an Divine Intervention 2. A Call of Confession 3. A Call of Co-Mission with God

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9; Mark 13:24-37 Theme: Hope Title: The Season of Hope Our writer shares with us how His Hope in God leads Him to: 1. A Call for an Intervention 2. A Call of Confession 3. A Call of Co-Mission INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9, Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Nazarene

Properly Approaching (American)privilege-8 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 31, 2017

8 of 8. Thru this parable, Jesus highlighted/clarified a proper approach to an God-ordained privilege. How should America approach her God-ordained privilege? Approach your (American)privilege with...

PROPERLY APPROACHING PRIVILEGE-VIII—Matthew 21:33-46 OR: A CHRISTIAN APPROACH To (American)PRIVILEGE Attention: Out of Gas: The young woman sat in her stalled car, waiting for help. Finally three strapping young men walked up to her. "I'm out of gas," she purred. "Could you please push me to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

'til Death Do Us Part Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 7, 2017

Jesus did not come to lead us to the law; The law came to lead us to Jesus

Earlier this week, Ryan Fregoso shared a link on Facebook to “25 Christian Memes That Are Funny Because They’re True”. So I thought I’d share a few of them with you this morning. [Show memes] This last one is particularly relevant this morning: [But officer, I’m under grace, not law] No matter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Is Jesus Really The Only Way? Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 15, 2018

Fourth in a five part series that attempts to answer hard questions about God, the Bible and faith.

ENGAGE Here in the United States we worship the ability to make choices. We choose our political leaders, the kind of movies and TV show we watch, the kind of music we listen to, the products we buy at the store and even the people we associate with. And if you have any doubts about our addiction ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Concerning The Existence Of God

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Nov 2, 2012

Concerning The Existence Of God

Upon leaving the confines of the Earth's atmosphere and entering the vastness of space, Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin is alleged to have remarked, "Where is God?" This was said out of a sense of mockery that the Lord of the universe could not be found in the final frontier rather than an honest ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible