Sermons on Crime Scene:

The Better Blood Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 31, 2002

The Bible tells us that "without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness of sins." Blood is the cleansing agent. But why should blood purify my soul?

A woman once wrote that at a garage sale she had spotted a handsome antique copper kettle for only $2.50. It was badly tarnished, so she asked the woman running the sale if the discoloration would come out. She cheerfully offered to try some copper cleaner on it and disappeared with it into ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Greatest Journey Imaginable"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 30, 2004

The Christian life is an exciting adventure.

Philippians 3:4b-14 “The Greatest Journey Imaginable” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org In yesterday’s newspaper there was a telling story about the power of Christ—to bring Light into a life of darkness—and to turn that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Getting America Back To God

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jul 3, 2004

This sermon was preached on Independence Day, Sunday, July 4, 2004, as a patriotic message for our day and age.

GETTING AMERICA BACK TO GOD, AN INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE --PROVERBS 14:34 Israel is a Jewish nation; Saudi Arabia is a Muslim one; India is a Hindu country; but what kind of Country is America? It may not be the politically correct position to take; but, nevertheless, it is true: “America is a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Methodist

The Favor Of God

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 15, 2005

THE FAVOR OF GOD Proverbs 8: 35For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of the LORD. Joseph He began with favor from his father from a young age. He found himself thrown in a pit. Then sold to the Midianites – Strife. Hen to Potifh

THE FAVOR OF GOD Proverbs 8: 35For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of the LORD. Joseph He began with favor from his father from a young age. He found himself thrown in a pit. Then sold to the Midianites – Strife. Hen to Potifhar in Egypt. Genesis 39: 2And the LORD was with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Responsibilities Of A Christian Citizen

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 6, 2004

Public Servant Appreciation Service - Examines the responsibilities of Christian citizens, especially to those in authority.

PUBLIC SERVANT APPRECIATION SERVICE 2004 The past 8 weeks have been somewhat trying for those of us here in Florida. During that time we have been hit by no less than 4 hurricanes. It has gotten so bad that I can tell you the number for the Weather Channel on our TV, and have even formed an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Some Ask, "Why Does God Allow Evil And Suffering In The World?"

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 28, 2002

God is so great that nothing happens without His permission, and in that permission His ultimate plan unfolds. In His plan He is able to use for good what man intends for evil. God is in control

Illustration:As C.S. Lewis wrote, "The greatest evil is not done in those sordid ’dens of crime’ that Dickens loved to paint...it is conceived and...moved, seconded, carried, and minuted...in clean, carpeted, warmed, and well-lighted offices, by quiet men with white collars and cut fingernails and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walk With The Betrayed Series

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 27, 2003

We, too, are guilty of betarying Jesus when we focus on our own wants, but Jesus calls us to repentance, just like he called out to Judas.

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit touches our hearts is record in Luke 22: While [Jesus] was still speaking a crowd came up, and the man who was called Judas, one of the Twelve, was leading them. He approached ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:47-48

Denomination: Lutheran

Walk With The Innocent One Series

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Apr 7, 2003

As we witness Jesus trial before the Jewish council, we clearly see that no guilt was his; and yet, all guilt was his as well, for the Innocent One carried your guilt and mine to the cross.

Walk with the Innocent One Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit touches our hearts is record in Mark 14: The chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were looking for evidence against Jesus so that they could put him to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:55-64

Denomination: Lutheran

Journey To The Cross Part Ii

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 7, 2003

THE PROVISION OF THE CROSS IS THE BLOOD OF CHRIST!

JOURNEY TO THE CROSS PART II: THE PROVISION OF THE CROSS MATTHEW 27: 11-26 April 6, 2003 INTRODUCTION: The government of Polish Prime Minister Jaruzelski had ordered crucifixes removed from classroom walls, just as they had been banned in factories, hospitals, and other public institutions. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

Denomination: Baptist

We're Broken So We Need Fixin Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on May 10, 2001

I deal with the fact that we are not inherently good but sinners in need of "Someone" to fix us.

Tonight we are going to talk about another reason why some people are not interested in the God of the Bible. The second element of any worldview is the way it explains the human dilemma. Why is there war and suffering, disease and death? "Why?" This one word question has been the motivation ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:20, Romans 7:25

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Against Terrorism

Contributed by John Donnelly on Aug 30, 2006

A Christian response to terrorism

“Standing Against Terrorism” Sermon preached on August 27, 2005, in anticipation of the 5th Anniversary of 9/11 Listen to this religious devotional: ”Praise be to God, who revealed the Book, controls the clouds, defeats factionalism, and says in His Book "But when the forbidden months are past, ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Message From A Frustrated Writer Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 20, 2006

First in a series of sermons on Revelation. This is a first person sermon in which I portrayed John, the writer of Revelation, complaining that (1) nobody was reading my book, and (2) nobody who read it understood it.

I Am John – Frustrated Writer (This is a first person sermon. The more participation from the congregation, the better. I did this in period costume and remained outside the sanctuary until it was time for the sermon. After the other minister read the scripture, I allowed for a long, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:8-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Wrath Of God Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 24, 2006

We are embarrassed and uncomfortable about the concept of the "wrath of God." However, Revelation is good news for those victims who long for an end to evil’s reign and pray, "Come quickly, Lord."

I love this passage of Revelation -- I can’t read it without laughing outloud at one of the best memories of my ministry. Let us now hear the word of God from Revelation 16, beginning with verse 1. (Read Revelation 16:1-21) I suppose I should explain why I find this so uplifting. It all started ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Forgiving And Forgetting Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 20, 2006

Forgiveness is essential to a healthy relationship (especially a marriage).

[Read Ephesians 4:25-32. Ask the congregation to look for statements that can be applied to marriage.] Series: MARRIAGE MATTERS Sermon Title: Forgiving and Forgetting When we are hurt or offended or wronged by someone, the intensity of our pain will be directly proportional to the closeness of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32

Denomination: Baptist

It Makes No Sense!

Contributed by Cooper Abrams Iii on Sep 25, 2001

A message addressing the reality of hell.

It Makes No Sense! A Message on Hell 1. As real as the Bible’s teaching on Heaven is, is its teachings on Hell. It is not a popular subject, and not a popular place. It is as negative a teaching as found in Scripture, and as emphatic as any truth in the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-24

Denomination: Baptist