Sermons on Commandments:

The Love Of Life Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

"Thou Shalt Not Kill" and how it applies to issues such as murder, abortion, euthanasia, suicide and war.

INTRODUCTION Alexander M. Sanders, Jr. is the Chief Judge of the South Carolina Court of Appeals. He spoke to the graduating class of the University of South Carolina in 1992. His daughter, Zoe was a member of that class. He told a story about when Zoe was 3 years old. Sanders came home to find a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13, Matthew 5:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Or Consequences Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

A look at the 9th Commandment dealing with the source of lies, the seriousness of lying and the solution to lying.

INTRODUCTION A pastor announced one Sunday that next Sunday he was going to preach on lying. And as preparation for the message he wanted the congregation to read the 17th chapter of Mark. The next Sunday the preacher began by asking those who read the 17th chapter of Mark to raise their hands. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Baptist

Rules Or Reality Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 14, 2005

It’s much easier for us to follow rules than to allow the character of God to rule our behavior. Jesus challenges us to let go of law and let the Spirit guide.

For an audio version of this and other Bible studies: Go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com. When it comes to some things in life we like rules and laws – like the law of gravity: “In the ongoing battle between objects made of aluminum going hundreds of miles per hour and the ground going zero miles ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-37

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Living God On The Outside Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 6, 2005

The Book of the Covenant is God’s Law applied to life. It shows us that in man’s sinful nature we try to exploit any system for our own gain. But if we would allow God’s life to live out from inside us, we would naturally love Him and love others - the h

Chapters 21 - 23 of Exodus are known as the Book of the Covenant. They are a series of laws that expand on the Ten Commandments. They are not an exhaustive list of behavior in any and all circumstances - but they gave the Israelites guidelines in how to treat each other and how to worship ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

True Reality - American Idol Series

Contributed by Lin Smalec on Oct 31, 2005

Given the popularity of reality TV shows, this series challenges Christians to look at God’s True Reality.

Rev. Lin Smalec Salem Church, Waynesboro, PA TRUE REALITY - AMERICAN IDOL 23 October 2005 One of the most popular types of TV shows today are reality shows. Many of us have become caught up in the drama and excitement of shows like American Idol, Extreme Makeover, The Amazing Race, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satisfaction Guaranteed

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

This morning is our last message in our series on the Ten Commandments. I think I just heard a sigh of relief from someone. Like many of you, I struggle with this last commandment. “Thou shalt not covet..”

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Text: Exodus 20:1,2, & 17 SATISFACTION GUARANTEED This morning is our last message in our series on the Ten Commandments. I think I just heard a sigh of relief from someone. Personally I have been challenged several times by this series. Today will be no different. As a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lord Of The Sabbath Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

Here’s our real world. Most people – · Now have to work on Sundays (at least from time to time.) · Are not real sure what (or who) is right when it comes to “keeping the Sabbath holy”.

LORD OF THE SABBATH Do you ever find going to church to be a burden? A religious ritual? Text: Exodus 20:8 thru 11 I have found it interesting how much has changed since I was a child. Our children may grow tired of hearing us tell them how it used to be, but here goes… When a lot of us were ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Is Number One! Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

I want us to focus only on one single event that happened in Abraham’s life. Before we do that - you should that Abraham lived a long time before God gave Moses the Ten Commandments.

HE IS NUMBER ONE! I am thankful that God has saved me and redeemed me by the Blood of the Lamb. A couple of weeks ago we talked about how God reminded Moses and the children of Israel of how He saved them from the bondage and oppression of Pharoah. And after He reminded them of their ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Honoring Your Parents Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

The Bible teaches us that there are two truths to consider when we read the 5th commandment: (1. The call to honor our earthly parents… (2. And the call to be honorable as earthly parents! It is not just a call to the children, but also to the dad an

TEXT: Ex. 20:12; Luke 2:41-52; Eph. 6:1-4 INTRO: When God gave Moses the 10 commandments they came on 2 tablets of stone. Tablet #1 had the first 4 commandments on them and dealt exclusively with man’s relationship with God; tablet #2 had the last 6 commandments and they dealt with man’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Which Mountain Have You Come To? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 7, 2005

Are you afraid to approach God? It could be that you should be - if you do not have Jesus - but perhaps you are afraid because you are coming to the wrong mountain - Mt Sinai instead of Mt Zion. Also learn about a city that cannot be shaken - ever.

Earthquakes are the worst kind of disaster - unlike hurricanes and tornadoes; you have little if any warning of an earthquake. Despite many years of research, scientists have yet to accurately predict where, when, and how big an earthquake will be. Just weeks ago in Pakistan a 7.4 quake killed ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Finding The Standard In A Non-Standard World Series

Contributed by Carl Kolb on Feb 2, 2004

When God is removed as the rule-maker, the limit-setter, then anything and everything goes.

What If They Are Wrong Series Exodus 20:1-3 "Finding the Standard in a Nonstandard World" The "Ten Commandments" have been a topic of much discussion over the past several years. They seem to always be ending up in a court somewhere. Most of the time it’s because they are being found ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Farewell To The Flesh (Mardi Gras Carnival)

Contributed by James May on Feb 15, 2004

This sermon deals with the evils of Mardi Gras and its effect upon the heart, mind and soul of men, especially Christians who take part in the revelry.

FAREWELL TO THE FLESH Since we live in south Louisiana, I think it would be timely for this message concerning the Mardi Gras season. It’s that time again; the time for King Cakes, Purple and Gold decorations, costumes and decadence beyond description. This is the time when the true heart of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:16, 1 Timothy 4:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

See The Glory Of The Lord

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 24, 2004

TRANSFIGURATION(A) - See the glory of the Lord as your hear God’s commands and as you dwell in the Lord’s glory.

SEE THE GLORY OF THE LORD Exodus 24:12, 15-18 - February 22, 2004 EXODUS 24:12,15-18 12The LORD said to Moses, "Come up to me on the mountain and stay here, and I will give you the tablets of stone, with the law and commands I have written for their instruction." 15When Moses went up ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:12-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Sanctity Of Human Life Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Jul 18, 2005

The commandment against murder is a statute of liberty, especially in light of Jesus’ interpretation in the Sermon on the Mount.

“THE SANCTITY OF HUMAN LIFE” (Exodus 20:13) The commandment against murder is a statute of liberty, especially in light of Jesus’ interpretation. In the Sermon on the Mount He said, “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘Do not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

The Sanctity Of Sex Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Jul 18, 2005

8th in a Series on the 10 Commandments. God’s Word speaks clearly of the grandeur of sex in marriage. It also warns of the grief of sex outside marriage.

THE SANCTITY OF SEX (Exodus 20:14) A pastor is always a little reluctant to address the subject of sex. Among his concerns is the choice of a closing hymn. One pastor preached on this subject and began to notice the congregational snickering in the middle of the sermon. It was then he realized ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14