Sermons on Countenance:

The 2nd Most Misunderstood Word (Peace)

Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Feb 12, 2002

This old priestly benediction gives a definition of "peace" that puts our typical version of that concept to shame.

THE 2ND MOST MISUNDERSTOOD WORD IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE: PEACE! Numbers 6:22-27 (First most misunderstood word is “Love”: proof—listen to what the radio says about love and then read I Cor 13. Big, big difference.) What the culture thinks peace is: 1. cessation of war 2. no present crisis ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Cradle, Cross And Crown

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Dec 2, 2002

The three greatest days in history mark the golden epochs of Christianty.

The Cradle, the Cross and the Crown Lk. 2:7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manager; because there was no room for them in the inn. Lk. 23:33 And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7, Revelation 1:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Beatitudes In The Psalms

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 24, 2009

Survey of the Psalms outlining aspects of blessing from the Lord

‘BEATITUDES IN THE PSALMS’ I. Blessedness Relying on Actions of the Believer Psalms 1:1 Blessed is the man that walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the Lord and ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

And God Did So That Night

Contributed by Jeff Smith on Jun 17, 2013

God is on the throne 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week. He doesn't forget about us

And God Did So That Night Judges 6:36-40 1. Gideon and the fleece The 300 men, the pitchers and the trumpets defeated 120,000 My God is always on time God is on shift 24/7 When we least expect it, God comes on the scene and takes care of the matter Many DARK hours in my life when I needed ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:36-40

Denomination: *other

Lessons From The Friendship Of David & Jonathan

Contributed by Damion Lowe on Jan 22, 2011

One of the most amazing pictures in the Bible of friendship is that of Prince Jonathan and the shepherd boy turned career soldier, David of Bethlehem.

“Lessons From The Friendship of David & Jonathan” Text: I Samuel 18:3-9 Intro: Quotes about Friends/Friendship “When we lose a friend-we die a little.” “Prosperity gives you friends, Problems reveal them.” “If you were another person, would you like to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

All Will Be Refined

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 8, 2016

We must put a way things of man put on God.

ALL WILL BE REFINED Every one of us must be refined of God if we see Heaven. Malachi 4: 3 And ye shall tread down the wicked; for they shall be ashes under the soles of your feet in the day that I shall do this, saith the LORD of hosts. Ecclesiastes 10:2 ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Righteous Shall Persevere

Contributed by James Dina on Sep 10, 2020

The righteous man perseveres, notwithstanding all seeming discouragements from God, and real oppositions from men.

THE RIGHTEOUS SHALL PERSEVERE “The path of the just is like the shining sun, that shines ever brighter unto the perfect day. The way of the wicked is like darkness; they do not know what makes them stumble” (Proverbs 4:18) The righteous man perseveres, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 52:1, Proverbs 4:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope In God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CONTINUED HOPE IN GOD IS THE ONLY ANSWER FOR THE SOUL

BIG IDEA: CONTINUED HOPE IN GOD IS THE ONLY ANSWER FOR THE SOUL-SEARCHING QUESTIONS OF THE ISOLATED BELIEVER (PART 1) INTRODUCTION: (must be read in conjunction with Psalm 43 as a unit) I. (:1-4) QUESTION FROM THE SCOFFERS TO THE ISOLATED BELIEVER: "WHERE IS YOUR GOD?" Cut off from the worship ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On The Mount (Kjv)

Contributed by Samuel Low on Jul 26, 2003

An outline on giving, prayer, fasting, treasure, and the Kingdom of God from Matthew chapter six.

Sermon On The Mount Matthew 6 I. How To Give Alms (6:1-4) A. Alms Given Incorrectly (6:1-2) 1. Done For The Praise Of Others (1) 2. Tooting Your Own Horn (2) B. Alms Given Correctly (6:3-4) 1. Done In Secret (3-4) 2. Rewarded By God (4) II. How To Pray (6:5-15) A. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

Guardian Angels; Does Everybody Have One?

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 21, 2002

It is often said that everyone has a guardian angel but the Bible teaches otherwise.

GUARDIANS ANGELS: DOES EVERYBODY HAVE ONE? "But to which of the angels has He ever said: ’Sit at My right hand, until I make Thine enemies a footstool for Thy feet?’ Are they not all ministering spirits, sent out to render service for the sake of those who will inherit salvation?" Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Barabbas

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 25, 2002

Presenting several ways in which Barabbas typifies every unbeliever. Compares how Christ died rather than Barabbas who was set free and how Christ died in our place to secure our salvation (freedom from sin’s penalty).

BARABBAS "And there was one named Barabbas, who was chained with his fellow rebels; they had committed murder in the rebellion." Mark 15:7. The name "Barabbas" means "son of a father", that is to say "a natural man". We are offspring of our father Adam by the flesh and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:7

Denomination: Baptist

A Praying Mother

Contributed by Robert Travis on Jul 3, 2001

Where would we be without a praying mother?

A PRAYING MOTHER I SAMUEL 1:9-18 9So Hannah rose up after they had eaten in Shiloh, and after they had drunk. Now Eli the priest sat upon a seat by a post of the temple of the LORD. 10And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed unto the LORD, and wept sore. 11And she vowed a vow, and said, O ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

Laugh, Really?

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Oct 12, 2013

LAUGH. A time to Laugh and a time to cry!

Happy Hilarious Saturday, Everyone! What's funny? I don't know, lets ask Sarai, Abram's wife. Do you like to laugh? A sense of humor is good, you know. The Bible says, "A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance, but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken." To be able to laugh is awesome. To ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

This Book Is Habit Forming

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 4, 2016

The more you use it the more you love it the word of God.

THIS BOOK IS HABIT FORMING 11/4 /16 Luke 4:4 | And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God. Luke 5:1 | And it came to pass, that, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Sunday We All Look For

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Mar 17, 2018

Life comes to all who believe.

THE SUNDAY WE ALL LOOK FOR (1) God’s Miracle Mathew 28:1 In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre. 2 And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord ...read more

Denomination: Baptist