Sermons on Control Speech:

Old Faithfuls

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 11, 2007

Contrasting faithfulness in the life of a believer with those who retreat when the going gets rough.

“Old Faithfuls” Heb 3:1-6 1 Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess. 2 He was faithful to the one who appointed him, just as Moses was faithful in all God’s house. 3 Jesus has been found ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Media's War Against Christians

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 13, 2007

A look at the way the media question, denounce, or just plain ignore the good news.

PowerPoint Available + New Slide > Transition In X Transition Out _________________________________________________ + At WAR > Mt 24:9 Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name’s sake. + Family News In Focus - sound ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond Celebration To Actualization

Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Dec 31, 2002

The sermon is designed to get persons to move beyond an actual observance to actively participate in carrying out the meaning behind the observance.

Beyond Celebration to Actualization (1 Peter 1:18-21). Holidays are extremely important in our lives. During holidays we eagerly look forward to spending time with loved ones and friends. Today, we celebrate one of the more significant days in the life of the Christian faith. Yes, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-21

Denomination: Methodist

Letting God Be God In Death #4 Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 1, 2003

At times, All of Us Project A Stubborn Opposition, even a Religious Resistance, to Authentic Authority and Legitimate Leadership. This messgae deals with the Arrogance of High-Mindedness.

The premise I have been pursuing these precious Sundays in the preaching moment is simply this: At times, All of Us Project A Stubborn Opposition, even a Religious Resistance, to Authentic Authority and Legitimate Leadership. That stubbornness is manifested in our Opting For Kadesh (Sacrilegious ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:2-16

Denomination: Baptist

Bethlehem's Baby Became Calvary's Christ

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003

The risen Christ should be the focus of Christmas and the command to follow Him the mission

" Bethlehem’s baby, Calvary’s Christ " John 1:14-29 IT’S VERY EASY FOR PREACHERS TO WALK ON THIS HOLY GROUND AND SPEAK ABOUT A BABY WRAPPED IN SWADDLING CLOTHES TUCKED AWAY IN A MANGER. WE AS PEOPLE HAVE NO PROBLEM CELEBRATING THE BIRTH OF A CHILD IN SOME FAR DISTANT LAND ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Approached The Proud And The Humble

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

It is pride which has been the chief cause of misery in every nation and every family since the world began. - C. S. Lewis God pickles the proud and preserves the foolish.

How Jesus Approached the Proud and the Humble (Luke 7:36-50) The Lord Jesus was the Master of approaching people at the point of their need and their level of receptivity. He knew how to move from a person’s felt need to their perceived need to their human need as a gateway to their spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pentecost 16 (Series B)

Contributed by Dean Bell on Oct 18, 2000

No doubt you recall the Christmas song which begins; "Do you hear what I hear?" That song describes the delightful sounds of Christmas.

No doubt you recall the Christmas song which begins; "Do you hear what I hear?" That song describes the delightful sounds of Christmas. It's true. We're surrounded by all kinds of sounds; sounds that are a delight. That's true, of course, unless you can't hear. If you can't hear ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37

5 Questions Part 4: Am I Relevant?

Contributed by Troy Bohn on Oct 18, 2000

Luke 15:11-32 11 Then He said: "A certain man had two sons.

Luke 15:11-32 11 Then He said: "A certain man had two sons. 12 "And the younger of them said to his father, 'Father, give me the portion of goods that falls to me.' So he divided to them his livelihood. 13 "And not many days after, the younger son gathered all together, journeyed to a far country, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Holy Hands"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 10, 2003

We are called to be the Holy Hands of Christ.

Mark 1:40-42 “Holy Hands” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist, Newport News, VA Jesus’ hands were holy hands. Hebrews chapter 4 tells us that Jesus was “tempted in every way, just as we are—yet was without sin.” But the religious people of Jesus’ day certainly didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-42

Denomination: United Methodist

Ghost Story

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 30, 2003

New Age philosophy is alive and pervasive. Movies are a particularly potent media for this new/old heresy.

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of faith, family and friendships. ------------------------------------------------------- And when they shall say unto you, Seek unto them that have familiar spirits, and unto wizards that peep, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 8:19, Acts 4:12

Denomination: United Methodist

Why The Written Word?

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 25, 2002

What a treasure we have in the written Word of God!

Why the Written Word? Cornwall November 23, 2002 You hear Christian types talking a lot about the Word of God, and it can seem rather unusual in today’s society and environment to hear that. In our western world, where we’ve been steeped in the scientific methods in order to learn things, to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:9-13, John 14:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Declaration Of Dependence

Contributed by John Beehler on Jul 4, 2002

We are a nation "Under God". Always have been. Always will be.

Declaration of Dependence In what could be considered, at best, extremely poor timing (8 days before our nation celebrated it’s 226th birthday) the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of appeals ruled saying the Pledge of Allegiance in public school is unconstitutional because ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Counteracting Problems Series

Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 7, 2002

Part three of a message based in Nehemiah on problem solving among God’s people.

Introduction: Weather Balloons Read/Pray Background: Not walls – spiritual condition, Recognizing (1), Reacting Proposition Statement: In order to counteract a problem we must... I. Be Prepared for service (vs. 11-3) A. God is no respector of persons 1. He was a butler 2. He was the man of God’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Miss Your Miracles

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 21, 2005

God has some miracles for you.

Don’t Miss Your Miracles Hebrews 1:1-9 Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church Dec. 21, 2005 *Christmas is a time for miracles... -Gabriel’s announcement to Mary... -Joseph’s dream of guidance to take Mary as his wife... -The virgin birth... -Angels appearing to the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time For A Change Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 11, 2006

If we are going to experience the relationship Christ wants for us and that we desire, some things need to change.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I bet if I interviewed each of you here today, you would all have something you would like to change about yourself. • I would like to lose 20-40 pounds myself. • Do you realize that in order for you to be able to change something about yourself, you have to actually ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ