Sermons on David Stone:

How To Respond To Humbling Circumstances

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 26, 2017

At times God brings a Christian through humbling experiences. Why would He do that? How are we to respond when that happens? What are the benefits of responding in the right way?

1 Peter 5:6 04.26.15 A paradox is a statement that is seemingly contradictory or opposed to common sense and yet perhaps true.i Jesus stated a paradox in Matt 23:12 when He said, “…whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.”ii The world does not believe ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6, Matthew 23:12, Philippians 2:5-8, Isaiah 9:8-13, James 4:10, Isaiah 57:15, Luke 14:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Redemption Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Aug 14, 2019

Redemption begins with genuine confession. Redemption requires that we recognize our need and by faith call out for mercy. Redemption begins to restore healing and hope.

At the Movies. Redemption Psalms 51 1. Redemption begins with genuine confession. vv.1-5 2. Redemption requires that we recognize our need and by faith call out for mercy. vv.6-9 3. Redemption begins to restore healing and hope. vv:10-13 One of the great stories of all time is the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Stephen Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 11, 2020

If you take away anything from Stephen’s message today, it should be this: Jesus is all you need. Say it with me: “Jesus is all I need.” Say it again: “Jesus is all I need!”

If you saw Stephen on the streets of Jerusalem or in the market, he probably wouldn’t seem very different from you or me. A good man … a good neighbor … a good friend … a hard worker … always ready to help. Maybe a good husband … we don’t know if he was married or not. Lately he had been ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7, Matthew 10:16-20, 1 Peter 3:15, Matthew 18:20, Acts 7:9-19, Acts 7:27, Acts 7:49-52, Acts 7:54-56, Acts 7:59-60, Acts 8:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Saul - The Bible's Tragic Hero

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

Saul, man’s kind of king, came so close and yet so far from being God’s man.

Saul- The Bible’s Tragic Hero (Bridge Lane Chapel, 25/08/02, am) Hymns Readings 1. Psalm 51 2. 1 Chronicles 10 3. Hebrews 12:12-24 Intro- The Tragic Hero Greek tragedy (Aristotle) components: • Unity of time, place and action • Inspire horror and pity • Man of greatness with tragic flaw • Ends in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 10:1-14, 2 Chronicles 11:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Every Member A Worshipper Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 5, 2009

Do what Jesus says -- even when it doesn’t make sense. Give what Jesus wants -- even when it isn’t easy. Feel what Jesus feels -- even when others don’t. Receive what Jesus offers -- even when others won’t.

Every Member a Worshipper Luke 19:28-44 Rev. Brian Bill 4/5/09 A little boy was sick on Palm Sunday and stayed home from church with his mom. When church was over, his dad returned holding a palm branch. The little boy was curious and asked, “Why do you have that palm branch, dad?” The dad told ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Baptist

Ahhh Love Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 13, 2010

A study of chapter 1 verses 1 through 17

Song of Songs 1: 1 – 17 Ahhh… Love 1 The song of songs, which is Solomon’s. 2 Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth— For your love is better than wine. 3 Because of the fragrance of your good ointments, your name is ointment poured forth; therefore the virgins ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:1-17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Love Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 19, 2010

A study of chapter 1 verses 1 through 17

Song of Songs 1: 1 – 17 Love 1 The song of songs, which is Solomon’s. 2 Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth— For your love is better than wine. 3 Because of the fragrance of your good ointments, your name is ointment poured forth; therefore the virgins love you. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:1-17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Bending Too Far

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Feb 19, 2007

Discover how to overcome the dangers of bending too far in a threatening culture.

As a boy one of our favorite fun activities was riding tree saplings, much like you would a wild horse. This is how it worked. We would bend a 3 or 4 inch sapling to the ground. A friend would help us hold the tree while we climbed aboard. After sitting astraddle the sapling the tree was released ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 13, 2006

This is a comparison of Jesus as the Good Shepherd to that of a good shepherd in Old Testament times.

The Good Shepherd John 10:1-19 1 "I tell you the truth, the man who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2 The man who enters by the gate is the shepherd of his sheep. 3 The watchman opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Unmerciful Servant Series

Contributed by L Lee on Sep 12, 2010

As God has forgiven us He expects us to extend forgiveness to others.

What can we learn from the parables? 1. God has forgiven us of a very large debt. The unmerciful servant was forgiven of a very large debt. One talent would purchase a slave; it is equivalent to 20 years= wages for the average man. The unmerciful servant owed his master 10,000 talents! There ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-25

Denomination: Christian Church

Ordinary Men For An Extraordinary Task

Contributed by Jeffery Scott on Jul 14, 2008

Jesus called 12 men ordinary men to change the world. God still calls ordinary people to do an extraordinary task.

I. Ordinary Men A. These were simple men whom Jesus choose to follow Him B. Some might see them as unfit. - Jesus, Son of Joseph Woodcrafter’s Carpenter Shop Nazareth 25922 From: Jordan Management Consultants Dear Sir: Thank you for submitting the resumes of the twelve men you have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

Dream Killers

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 17, 2020

God's people are often in the minority opinion. Some get bad counsel and have their dreams and calling killed in the wilderness.

Numbers 13:30 And Caleb stilled the people before Moses, and said, Let us go up at once, and possess it; for we are well able to overcome it. Numbers 14:6 And Joshua the son of Nun, and Caleb the son of Jephunneh, which were of them that searched the land, rent their clothes: 7 And they spake ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:30, Numbers 14:6-10, Numbers 14:35-38, Proverbs 11:14

Denomination: Baptist

"They Have Taken Him” Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 12, 2020

Through her tears she saw angels asking her “why are you crying?” What kind of idiot question is that? “The so-and-so’s who murdered Him now have stolen His body and I don’t know where He is.”

Tuesday of Easter Week 2020 “They Have Taken Him” There are very few Gospel scenes more touching than the one we just heard. Mary Magdalene–from whom Jesus had cast multiple demons–owed everything to Jesus. But she had stood with His Mother, Mary, and the disciple John, and had watched the Romans ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-41, John 20:11-18

Denomination: Catholic

The Unveiling Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 11, 2010

A study of chapter 4 verses 1 through 16

5Song of Solomon 4: 1 – 16 The Unveiling 1 Behold, you are fair, my love! Behold, you are fair! You have dove’s eyes behind your veil. Your hair is like a flock of goats, going down from Mount Gilead. 2 Your teeth are like a flock of shorn sheep which have come up from the washing, ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:1-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Anointing Breaks The Yoke - Empowered For Service And Warfare

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 22, 2019

Every Born-Again Christian has the anointing of God which provides the ability to have an intimate relationship with Him

The word 'anointing' is one of the most misunderstood and misused words in the church. It is often taught as if the anointing is something that people can 'feel' when the 'anointing' is in the room. People go to 'spiritual' teachers who have declared they have a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:13, Leviticus 26:13, Ephesians 2:6, Matthew 3:16, John 7:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational