Sermons on Cows:

Going Up?

Contributed by Nate Barbour on May 16, 2007

Learn about where you’re going on life’s final elevator ride...up or down?

going up? life’s final elevator ride 2/03/06 I. Introduction The story is told of a Sunday school teacher whose assignment was to explain to the six-year-olds in his class what someone had to do in order to go to heaven. In an attempt to discover what the kids already believed about the subject, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 4: Diligence Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 14, 2003

Fourth in a series on the Wisdom found in Proverbs. The idea for this Series came from "Everyday Light" a daily devotional by Selwyn Hughes. Pillar #4 - Diligence.

2, November 2003 Dakota Community Church The Seven Pillars of Wisdom Week Four: Diligence Proverbs 9:1-6 Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn out its seven pillars. 2 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. 3 She has sent out her maids, and she calls from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-6, Proverbs 12:24

Denomination: Mennonite

The Benifits Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Dec 9, 2003

Why salvation? Well other then the fact of eternal life with the Creator (which should be enough) there are some other benifits too

Romans 5:1-11 Getting on the Same Pages As God About Benefits of Salvation Introduction A. When you are looking for a new job there are many factors you need to consider B. Such as where is it, how many hours do they want me for, what will I be doing, how many employees are their, and What is the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Perfect Storm Series

Contributed by Eddie Johnson on Nov 18, 2002

I. Introduction - A.Continuing Series: 7 Stories about the Unpredictable Side of Jesus. Tonight, deal with idea of Jesus allowing his disciples to be taken into the eye of a huge storm. I think this concept really creates a problem for our concept of the “loving” Jesus. i.It reminds me ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas & Butterflies

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Dec 5, 2002

Christmas is the beginning of the transformation of our character from the flesh into the Spirit much as a caterpillar changes into a butterfly: In salvation, it is a Spiritual metamorphism that brings just as radical a change in the believer.

THE BUTTERFLY & THE CATERPILLAR 12-8-02 Luke 2:11, Hebrews 10:1-10 + Others Christmas! It is… Ÿ More than a baby in a manger; Ÿ More than shepherds and angels; Ÿ Even more than Wise men traveling 2 years bearing gifts. Christmas is when… the living Son of God… Ÿ Stepped out of his glory... ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-10, Luke 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Courage

Contributed by Marianne Unger on Sep 29, 2003

People of great courage.

Courage Daniel 6:1-28 (Begin with “Daddy’s Day At School”) Although our lectionary readings for today focus on the theme of marriage and family, I’ve decided to respond to a request I received last Sunday from the “Wish List” cards to prepare and deliver a sermon about courage. When I reflect on ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: *other

The Saving Blood Of The Lamb Series

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Oct 19, 2003

Part 3 of a series on Old Testament parallels of New Testament salvation. This message compares the saving blood of the Passover lamb to the saving blood of the Lamb of God.

Old Testament Parallels of New Testament Salvation — Part 3 The Saving Blood of the Lamb Scripture Ref: Exodus 12:1-13, 14, 46; 13:1-16 Matthew 26:17-29 John 1:29; 3:5-7 1 Corinthians 2:2 1 Peter 1:18-19 Hebrews 10:14, 29 Other Ref: All the Messianic Prophecies of the Bible, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-14

The Fingerprint Of God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 20, 2002

The experts of Pharaoh’s day recognized God’s finger prints only when they could not explain the miracle any other way.

OPENING: Tell me, what Sport is this: You have two sides, one out in the field and one in. Each man that’s on the side that’s in goes out and when he’s out he comes in and the next man goes in until he’s out. When 3 men are out, the side that’s out comes in and the side that’s been in goes ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:16-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Writing On The Wall

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Sep 1, 2002

In the judgment of Belshazzar we once again see that God is clearly in control. This sermon talks about his four fatal sins.

- - - - - - - - - - - All scripture quotations from the New Living Translation - - - - - - - - - - - You’ve heard the expression "Deja vu all over again." Well, that’s what our text in Daniel 5 reminds me of. Doesn’t this episode seem to be a lot like the stories we’ve already read in Daniel? I ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-30

Denomination: *other

Lost But Not Least

Contributed by John Beehler on Sep 14, 2001

The lost are important to God

Lost but not Least Suppose for a moment that you were at a bus stop, and a friend came by and gave you a small bag and said, "I no longer need this, it’s yours." You take the bag and get on the bus. When you get off at your next stop, as the bus pulls away you, realize that you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Five Truths You Dare Not Ignore

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Sep 17, 2001

The importance of making the Gospel message as simple and clear as possible.

Five Truths You Dare Not Ignore 1 Pet 3:15-18 15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, 16 keeping a clear conscience, so that those who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Seed Of The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 8, 2001

Jesus tells of the Kingdom being like a tiny Mustard Seed. This sermon explores what something so small could mean in describing something so majestic

TOP 10 CLASSIFIED ADS – From true classified ads in daily newspapers 10. Wanted. Man to take care of cow that does not smoke or drink. 9. Try us once, you’ll never go anywhere again. 8. Dog for sale: eats anything and is fond of children. 7. Illiterate? Write today for free help. 6. Stock up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:18-19, Matthew 13:31-32, Luke 17:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taming The Wind Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Dec 7, 2004

Examines the negative aspects of speech, and how to overcome them.

TAMING THE WIND For several years, when I was very young, our family lived in Palatka, Florida. During the time we lived there, the place that stands out most in my mind is the home my parents had on 10 acres, out in the country. Our family of 4 at the time, lived in a single-wide, 2 bedroom 1 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:15

Denomination: Baptist

A Plan For Life Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 21, 2006

If we want to succeed in life and enjoy the next we must always put God first in all we do.

A Plan For Life Text: James 4:13-17 Introduction 1. Read James 4:13-17 2. Illustration: There was an officer in the navy who had always dreamed of commanding a battleship. He finally achieved that dream and was given commission of the newest and proudest ship in the fleet. One stormy night, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Methodist

Prayer Changes The World Revelation 8:4-6 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 22, 2013

Sometimes we think our prayers make no difference, but this is just the deception of the enemy of our souls. God hears and answers our prayers. In fact, our prayers will eventually change the world

The sounding of the first four trumpets can be understood as the destruction of much of the world through a collision with meteors. It is inevitable and will happen at some point in the future. But I’d like to focus on something else this morning. It seems that what precipitates the end of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:4-6

Denomination: *other