Sermons on Contending For Truth:

Death Row Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 8, 2011

We have two lines before us, that of Cain and that of Seth.

Intro: 1. Frank Sinatra theme song was "My Way" and that is the story of mankind. Because Adam and Eve sang "I did it My Way" instead of "Have Thine own way" in the garden - death is now a certainty for all mankind. As Harry Houdini the famous escape artist, said before his last ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Trading Places Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 22, 2010

This life gives us a temporary opportunity to trade our old life for a new one in Christ - all because He traded places with us by dying on the cross.

Trading Places James 1:9-11 9 The brother in humble circumstances ought to take pride in his high position. 10 But the one who is rich should take pride in his low position, because he will pass away like a wild flower. 11 For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; its blossom ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Commitment Choice Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 22, 2010

I am strongest when I choose to commit all of my life and will to Christ's care and control.

Title: The Commitment Choice Text: “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” Matthew 5:5 Thesis: I am strongest when I choose to commit all of my life and will to Christ’s care and control. Lenten Series: Life’s Healing Choices (Saddleback Resources) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ahkhareet Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 23, 2010

AHKHAREET is the Hebrew word for "that which comes after". Are you making decisions today in light of eternity?

AHKHAREET Edwin Thomas was a master of the stage. During the later half of the 1800’s in America there were few actors more successful than he was. At age 15 he starred in his first play, Richard III. He quickly established himself as a premier Shakespearean actor. In New York he performed ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:6-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Lift Off Series

Contributed by Jorge Acevedo on Feb 23, 2010

One great thing about family is the way we encourage each other and lift up each other's spirit; this message is about how to do just that.

“Lift Off” Several weeks ago an American Idol contestant said something like this before facing the judges, “I’m doing this for my best friend who died 4 years ago.” They showed pictures of her and her friend laughing and doing things together. Then, crying she said, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:22

Denomination: Baptist

Precious In His Sight

Contributed by Larry Wise on Feb 24, 2010

We are people who are special to God.

What it means to be “precious in His sight.” I Peter 2:4-10 A guy had been feeling down for so long that he finally decided to seek the aid of a psychiatrist. He went there, lay on the couch, spilled his guts then waited for the profound wisdom of the psychiatrist to make him feel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10, Isaiah 43:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross Sets Us Free Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Feb 28, 2010

Why are we taking four weeks to study the Cross of Christ? Have you ever used Google Maps? You can see the map using a street view, satellite view or the regular map with lines and street names. All three are of the same area, but it gets confusing to loo

Purpose: To explain the impact the Cross has on our lives. Aim: I want the listener to see himself as a possession of Jesus Christ. INTRODUCTION: Why are we taking four weeks to study the Cross of Christ? Have you ever used Google Maps? You can see the map using a street view, satellite view or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Still Speaks To His People

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 3, 2010

Does God still speak to his people today with an audible voice, visions and dreams....looking at the Life of Abraham and the "mission God wants to accomplish...seeking the lost or doing a good work. "Experiencing God"Henry blackaby was a great help for t

In Jesus Holy Name February 28, 2010 Lent II Genesis 15:1,4-5 Redeemer “God Still Speaks to His People” The book of Hebrews begins with these words: “In the past God spoke to our fore fathers through the prophets, at many ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Getting To Know Jesus - #5, The Teacher Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Mar 3, 2010

Jesus was a teacher, a fantastic, yes PERFECT teacher. He begins by teaching his disciples the beatitudes...

The beatitudes…part 1 – February 21, 2010 I’d like to do something a little different this morning. Today, rather than stand and preach, I would like to sit, and teach. In Jesus’ day, it was the custom for teachers in the synagogue to sit while they taught from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Evidence That You Have Been With Jesus Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 4, 2010

A sermon examining the change that Jesus brings in the lives of His followers.

Evidence That You Have Been With Jesus Acts 4:13-21 When I was in the road construction industry, one of my vendors was a huge fan of Alabama football. Even though I made it abundantly clear that I could not care less, he would spout out useless facts and statistics every time he came into my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Guidance For The Way Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 9, 2010

God guides us along right paths for the His name's sake

A young Ensign, after nearly completing his first overseas cruise, was given an opportunity to display his capabilities at getting the ship underway. With a stream of commands he had the decks buzzing with men, and soon he ship was steaming out of the channel en route to the states. His efficiency, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Sign Of The Savior Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 10, 2010

Isaiah prophecies about the coming Messiah

The Isaiah Oracles - 1 of 4 The Sign of the Savior Isaiah 7:10-17 Have you ever read the children’s book called Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day by Judith Viorst. It’s about a little boy whose day starts out bad and goes downhill from there. He gets gum in his hair, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Just Enough To Be Dangerous Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 17, 2010

Being less than fully informed Christians can be injurious to ourselves and to our world. Ultimately we need to know Christ personally as much as we need to know about our faith.

Between knowing nothing and knowing a great deal there is something which is very dangerous. That is knowing a little. Knowing just enough to be dangerous. In many instances, it isn't dangerous to be totally ignorant. If you don't know, and you know you don't know, you will go ahead and get help. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection And The Afterlife Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Mar 18, 2010

The Resurrection proves that there is an Life After Death.

Katie and I had arrived in Oklahoma and were getting about the task of settling in. We were living in a cramped two room apartment and desperately looking for a house to buy, we were looking to purchase our first house ever. As we looked at houses around town, there always seemed to be some major ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Most Difficult Family Member

Contributed by David Cook on Mar 24, 2010

Jesus can handle the most difficult member in your family through His transforming ministry.

When a physician remarked on a new patient's extraordinarily ruddy complexion, he said, "High blood pressure, Doc. It comes from my family." "Your mother's side or your father's," I asked? "Neither," he replied, “it's from my wife's family." "Oh, come now," I said. "How could your wife's ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist