Sermons on Conspiracy Theories:

The Burial Of Christ: What Happened Between His Death And Resurrection? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 31, 2003

The events, interpreted theologically, is the hear of the Gospel: Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose again the third day. But why is the burial part of the Gospel? What happened then? How do other Scriptures fill us in with possible occurre

The Burial of Christ: What Happened Between His Death and Resurrection? NOTE--Here is a copy of bulletin insert first; sermon follows. ALSO NOTE that this is part two, my first sermon is titled, "The Burial of Jesus Christ, Part One" and can be found at sermon central under John 19:31-42). Here ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Secret Of Success Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 16, 2002

The story of Stephen. In God’s eyes, Stephen was so successful, that verse 56 tell us that Jesus Himself stood to show Stephen that He was a witness on his behalf.

THE SECRET OF SUCCESS Acts 6:8-15 & 7:54-60 INTRODUCTION Do you believe that we as a society put a lot of emphasis on success? (ALLOW RESPONSES) What are the indications of our obsession with success? (ALLOW RESPONSES) Would you like to know the secret of success? Hands up who would like to know ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60, Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

And The Word Became Flesh

Contributed by Eric Ledermann on Jul 23, 2002

The ancient Hebrews believed Words had power--they actually did things! The ancient Greeks believed words were the guiding force in the universe. Finally, in the Gospel of John both of these things come together in Jesus Christ.

Scripture: John 1.1-5,10-18 and Ephesians 1.3-14 (Psalm 147.7-11 as Scripture of Praise/Preparation) I. Words have lost their meaning in our culture A. Love—I love ice cream, I love my wife. B. “How are you doing?” Fine 1. non-descript, vague 2. When we ask, do we really want to hear how the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, John 1:10-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Four Approaches To Counseling Across Cultures

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Four Approaches To Counseling Across Cultures Eph. 4:12-16

Four Approaches To Counseling Across Cultures Eph. 4:12-16 Encourager - (Exhortative Gifts) - This counselor is gifted in coming up with practical applications for counseling problems. Emphasizing wisdom more than the understanding of knowledge, this counselor is not hesitant to use a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Tragedy Hits Home

Contributed by David Sylvester on Sep 14, 2001

Dealing with grief in response to the Sept. 11, 2001 tragedy.

“WHEN TRAGEDY HITS HOME” Habakkuk 1: 12 - 2:4 News reports on September 11, 2001 portrayed jubilant Palestinians dancing in the streets, handing out candy, and shouting “God is great” as they celebrated the deaths of estimated thousands of Americans as a result of a coordinated and simultaneous ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Single-Mindedness

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 18, 2001

Some conclusions drawn from the Parable of the Unjust Steward

Bale 23-09-01 Single-mindedness This morning’s Gospel reading is the Parable of the Unjust Steward: Luke 16:1-13 This is one of the most difficult parables to understand - because at first blush it looks as if Jesus is condoning sharp practices. On careful reflection however, I don’t think he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

A Message To The Loveless Church Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 18, 2002

Week 4 in a Wednesday evening study in Revelation

Week 4 “A Message To The Loveless Church” Date: June 19, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Revelation 2: 1-7 Introduction A boy came home from church one Sunday evening got ready for bed and said this prayer; “God we had a wonderful day in church today… wish you could have been ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is This?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 17, 2001

An answer to the question, "Why doesn’t God DO something?"

December 16, 2001 1Who is this that cometh from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? this that is glorious in his apparel, traveling in the greatness of his strength? I that speak in righteousness, mighty to save. 2Wherefore art thou red in thine apparel, and thy garments like him that treadeth ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

A Message For All Time

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Nov 12, 2002

We don’t know how old the earth is. Geologists measure its age by layers of sediment. Archaeologists date the planet by associated layers of sediment and carbon dating. Classic physicists measure the age of the universe by the speed at which light trav

A message for all time Revelation 1:1-6 Beginning: We don’t know how old the earth is. Geologists measure its age by layers of sediment. Archaeologists date the planet by associated layers of sediment and carbon dating. Classic physicists measure the age of the universe by the speed at which ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise

Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 1, 2002

Sermon for the first Sunday of Advent, considers what’s important about prophecy

Before we start is there anyone who’s good at untangling things? I’ve got these Christmas lights and since it is the first Sunday of advent I was hoping to use them as an illustration. Here you work on these and we’ll get back to you in a little bit. (hand the volunteer a wad of hopelessly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19-21, 1 Peter 1:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Gossip, Backbiting, Slander, Evil Speaking, And Malice

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000

Christian unity is not based upon agreeing with one another or having the same doctrinal beliefs. Nor is it compromising your beliefs for the sake of unity.

Accepting Jesus as our Lord and Savior made us a member of His family, the Body of Christ, and we also became His bride. We were grafted into the vine, the bloodline of Jesus. This made us into an instant blood relative to every Christian throughout time, co-equal with every believer as a brother ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:39, John 17:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Art And Science Of Evangelism

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Jesus used both the art and science in His evangelism and we should too!

Art and Science of Evangelism Introduction - Have you ever known a physician who practiced both the art and science of medicine? Perhaps you will enjoy hearing about a friend of mine who has mastered both aspects of cross-cultural medicine in Nigeria. Last year, the physician went to a remote ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hitting The Nail On The Head

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 18, 2005

Apply an obscure OT story to today, using the various events in a parallel form.

“Hitting the Nail on the Head” Judges 4:4-9 OBJECTIVE: To apply this obscure OT story to today, using the various events in a parallel to today. INTRODUCTION: Illustration “The Story of Deborah, Barak and Jael” Constantly throughout the OT we find that Israel would fall out of favor with GOD and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Christ. The First , The Last, The Eternal.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Apr 8, 2005

There are many times in our lives where we ask ourselves the question;”What is my purpose in Life?” And there are some who make a living, telling others exactly what it is.

Jesus Christ. The First , The Last, The Eternal. Grace be to you and peace from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ,Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father: To whom be glory ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are We There Yet: Hope And The Curious People Of God Series

Contributed by Philip Gill on Jun 21, 2007

In Luke 21.25-28, Jesus turns the curiosity about the end times into living in the present with hope for God’s purposes.

Sermon for the first Sunday in Advent 2006 Like a similar passage in Mark, today’s Gospel forms part of Jesus’ response to discussions about the end times. For some people curiosity about the end has continued unabated down through the centuries despite Jesus’ encouragement to concentrate on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-38

Denomination: Anglican