Sermons on Confessions:

It Is The Lord!

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 29, 2009

Easter 2(C) - Disciples see, know, and confess: It is the Lord! Believers learn how Christ constantly cares and Jesus powerfully provides.

“IT IS THE LORD!” (Outline) April 19, 2009 -- EASTER 2 -- John 21:1-14 INTRO: Last week we heard the words, “He is not here. He is risen!” Those exciting words echoed in the empty tomb. Today’s words of testimony echo over Galilee. “It is the Lord!” John tells these words to Peter. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

A Study Of Psalm 46 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 2, 2018

If we'd realize and confess that God is refuge, our protector, and our fortress ... what more could any of us want or need?

A Study of Psalm 46 Psalm 46 Introduction - Wed night format; opportunity to study together from our homes -- Re: Invite someone else to join in - not an exclusive study for "just LFC" - Psalms are songs of praise and words of encouragement/warning -- They are also written to give us guidance ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Do You Say That I Am? Revised.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 8, 2023

Peter’s confession was not merely the recitation of a creed: it was an expression of an inner belief and conviction which had taken hold of his whole life.

WHO DO YOU SAY THAT I AM? Revised. Matthew 16:13-20. 1. Jesus asked, “WHO DO MEN SAY THAT I THE SON OF MAN AM?” (Matthew 16:13). Throughout the Gospels our Lord’s favourite name for Himself is: “the Son of man.” It is an expression which is found in Psalm 8:4. It is a title which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

At The Cross - The Cross & Fruitfulness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 19, 2002

Death comes before resurrection. In John 12, Jesus is telling us death comes before ministry.

OPENING: Two engineers, one from I.U. and the other from Notre Dame, were out in a yard standing by a flagpole, vigorously discussing something. A student from Purdue happened by and asked what they were arguing about. "Oh," replied the student from I.U., "we were discussing how best to determine ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-24, John 12:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Lent? (For Ash Wednesday)

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 24, 2002

Should you give up something for Lent? A Lenten attitude what Jesus really wants us to give up.

Luke 18:9-14 “WHAT IS LENT?” (Ash Wednesday sermon) “There’s nothing wrong with me,” the man says. “But sir, you’ve just been in a terrible car accident. You’re bleeding and have some deep bruises. There may be internal damage!” “There’s nothing wrong with me!” “At least have a doctor check ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Luke 18:9

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Can You Talk To

Contributed by Robert Ganglfinger on Aug 9, 2008

In the age of automation, at times it seems there is nobody available that can talk with you. Rest assured because God is always available to talk with you. Sometimes you just have to make sure you keep your end of the line open.

TEXT: Psalm 40:1,2 TITLE: Who Can You Talk To? / Keeping the line to heaven open INTRO: 1. Have you ever felt like nobody is listening to you? a. Thursday, delay in computer I ordered. b. All I got was computer generated E-mails – Automated voices – seemed like no one was there to talk ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Approaches To Truth And Sin

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on May 29, 2008

People should not be judged by their outward appearances. It is our approaches to sin and truth that make a difference in how we impact others. John teaches us some things in this

Our approach to Sin 1 John 1: 5-10 5 This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. 6 If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live by the truth. 7 But if we walk in the light, as he is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying Petitioners Purchase Pardon Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Jun 12, 2008

The sailors sailing with Jonah-Gentiles-prayed for God’s forgiveness and His help and received both. They were the forerunners of we Gentiles who have accepted Christ as our Saviour.

JONAH 1:14 PRAYING PETITIONERS PURCHASE PARDON I. PETITIONERS: A. Peril. B. Plight. C. Precedent. II. PRAYER: A. Progressive. B. Pardon. C. Perceptive. III. PRONOUNCEMENTS: A. Praise. B. Prophesy. C. Pattern. What were the sailors to do now? They had heard the confession of ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Playing A New Game Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 4, 2007

Man has played "Hide and Seek" with God since the Garden of Eden, but God has a different game He wants us to play. Do you know what it is?

OPENING: What do you think the first game is that a child learns? For my boy Jonathan, his 1st game was "hide and seek." When he was about 1 year old he was sitting with me in the living room and had watched me put his blanket over my head and play "peek a boo." Then with a sly grin he put the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Exposition Of James Five Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Apr 28, 2009

An in-depth look at James chapter five with practical applications. This entire series is available as an ebook from itunes or for the Nook via Barnes and Noble for the nominal fee of $4.95. This book is a conversational commentary.

5:1-6 Superior Faith is not Found in Greed Once again James blows his spiritual whistle and calls for the attention of a specific group. He leaves no question regarding the status of those wealthy people who have used their wealth as a sign of their supposed superior faith. In fact, James now ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-20, James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Your Tongue

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Apr 30, 2009

What the Bible reveals about the power of your tongue!

The Power of Your Tongue Dr. Russell K. Tardo I. The Power of Your Tongue Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. [Prov. 18:21] For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Three R's - Reflect, Repent, Renew

Contributed by Carl Greene on Mar 7, 2009

Lent is a time for reflection of our life with Jesus. Is it all it should be? Repent of our sins, our wrong ways and Renew our commitment to Jesus. Oh, and one other thing, don’t be ashamed of Christ!

Well, here we are on the second Sunday of Lent. It is the time of year when we are called to reflect, repent and renew. This time of year is not always when we here the “feel good” messages we all like to hear…and as pastor’s are easier to preach. Still, even in these times, the times when we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Methodist

When Sin Entered In-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 10, 2011

3 of 7. Genesis chapter 3 precisely documented the original appearance of sin. What is significant about sin’s entrance? Sin entered in with....

WHEN SIN ENTERED IN-III—Genesis 3:1-24 Attention: “Sin is any personal lack of conformity to the moral character of God, or the law of God. Then sin is a disposition of the heart, it is a bent.”....“It is...any violation of the character or law of God, the moral character or the law of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Brings Victory

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

Prayer brings victory.

Reading: 1 Samuel chapter 7 verses 2-17: Quote • It was the late Donald Barnhouse the American pastor and author, • Who stunned his congregation by saying; “Prayer changes nothing”. • The church was packed full of people, • Yet you could have heard a pin ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:2-17

Denomination: Brethren

I’m No Good At Praying

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

I’m no good at Praying (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Nehemiah chapter 1 verse 1 to chapter 2 verse 10 Ill: • It was the late American pastor and author Donald Barnhouse; • Who stunned his congregation one Sunday by declaring; “Prayer changes nothing”. • The church was packed full of people, • Yet you ...read more

Denomination: Brethren