Sermons on Day Of Redemption:

Jesus Wants To Give Us Heavenly Happiness (Part 1)

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 1, 2014

Jesus Christ wants to give us heavenly happiness! 1. That's why He gives us the Gospel (Matt 4:23). 2. That's why He confirms His compassion (Matt 4:23-24). 3. That's why He teaches us the truth (Matt 4:25-5:4).

Jesus Wants to Give Us Heavenly Happiness (Part 1) Matthew 4:23-5:4 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - February 20, 2013 *In John 10:10, Jesus said: "I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly." But how many people are really living the abundant ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Judas Iscariot Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 5, 2014

This is part one of my Easter series. In this message I examine Judas the man in an attempt to help us understand that the traits that possibly made Judas betray Jesus is within all of us.

Easter – Judas Iscariot Scriptures: Mark 14:44-45; John 13:21-27; Matt. 10: 33; 27:3-5; Acts 1:16-17; 2 Tim. 2:11-13 Hebrews 6:4-6 Introduction: During Bible study this past Thursday night I asked the class if they thought Judas went to heaven or hell. The responses ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Keys To Fulfillment

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 6, 2014

Finding fulfillment happens in ways we might not expect. This message explores one of the servant King's last teachings...on servanthood.

7 Essential Question: Week 5 - What Brings Fulfillment? We’ve been looking at important questions for the past number of weeks. We’ve considered the truth that God meets us in the midst of our brokenness and sin, long before we start to get ourselves together, and he calls us to ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Theology Of Hate Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 15, 2014

How do we love those who hate us? By remembering that God loved us when we hated Him.

Hating our Enemies Matthew 5:43-48 For the past few months we have been engaged in a verse-by-verse study of the Sermon on the Mount. Today, we are coming to the end of the Matthew 5, and the sermon will continue on for another two chapters. But it is important to note that with this end to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enduring With Jesus Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Dec 16, 2014

The book of Hebrews is all about Jesus!

SIMPLY JESUS ENDURING WITH JESUS HEBREWS 12:1-13 INTRODUCTION -Have you ever had that life changing moment when you decided to get in shape? -Some of you are thinking, “I’ve never been in shape…but I’ve heard about that from a friend.” -If getting in shape is the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Attitude Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 17, 2014

If the birth of Jesus was good news that brought joy to all the people, why is it so tough to be joyful?

“The Difference Christmas Makes: The Attitude of Christmas” Ps. 126 The words are so familiar: “And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Have A Happy New Year (Part 1) Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 23, 2014

Be humble in your attitude if you want to be happy: be humble in your attitude towards self, sin, others and God.

Some time ago (1988), Robert Fulghum published his best-selling book, Everything I Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten. Recently, somebody suggested another book title: Everything I Need to Know I Learned from Noah. For example… • Don't miss the boat. • Plan ahead. It wasn't ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Playing Monopoly With God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 4, 2015

Christ warned about the mindset of Monopoly, but all board games have some way to measure success: determining how you win or lose. How do measure success in how we live for Christ? How do we know whether we've actually stored up treasures in heaven?

Lead-in with the following video: http://discoverychurch.com/messages/actually-win-losing/ (first 24 seconds) How many of you have ever played Monopoly? (ask for a show of hands). Me too. I hate the game. I never win. However, Monopoly is one of the THE most popular games in the world. As I did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Workers Of Iniquity Part 2

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 14, 2015

To show what workers of iniquity does to GOD's people and to GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Who do you work for? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what workers of iniquity does to GOD's people and to GOD. IV. TEXT: Psalms 53:4 (Amplified Bible) 53:4 Have those who work evil no knowledge (no understanding)? They eat up My people as they eat ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 53:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Barnabas—little Man, Big Deeds Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 25, 2015

This sermon examines Barnabas's character as an encourager, his generosity, and his obedience to God and challenges God's people to emulate him.

Barnabas—Little Man, Big Deeds Series: Acts Chuck Sligh January 25, 2015 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Acts 4:31-37 – “And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31-37

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Bad People? Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Jan 29, 2015

Though God is never mentioned in this book, his fingerprints are all over the story of the heroic Esther and Mordecai. Study along as we discuss the ins and outs of living for God in a godless culture.

LIVING FOR GOD IN A GODLESS CULTURE WHY DO BAD THINGS TO HAPPEN BAD PEOPLE? ESTHER 6:14-7:10 INTRODUCTION -Have you ever noticed that people have philosophies about life? -My dad is one of the greatest philosophers I know: -“If you mess with the bull, you get the horn.” -“The ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do Not Let Your Heart Be Troubled

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Feb 9, 2015

Worry is dangerous. Worry can weaken your spirit, soul and body. John 10:10 tells us that the devil is out to destroy; this is his mission in life. Worry is a perfect tool for him to carry out this mission.

Text: Luke 10:38-41 It is natural or part of human nature to be concerned about unpleasant situations in our lives, family, church and nation. For example, in 1 Samuel 10:2, the Bible tells us that when the donkeys of Kish the father of Saul, were missing and he sent Saul to go and look for them, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-48, John 11:17-45

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Are Here

Contributed by David Spiegel on Feb 19, 2015

There are times in our lives we find ourselves in difficult situations. When we would rather be anywhere else, but even in those situations God can be glorified and you might just find out you were there for a reason!

I remember as a kid traveling and stopping at rest areas that had the map of the state we were in and seeing the little arrow with the words, “You are here”. • You can find it in mall maps • And now most of our cell phones have that capability Yet despite all of our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Answers Come Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 15, 2015

When your in the place of ministry, you often find yourself in that place were people expect you to pray for them. Expecting God to answer yes to their request, because you prayed, after all, your a preacher. There are Biblical attributes to prayer.

Title: When Answers Come Foundational Keys to Opening the Gates of Heaven Introduction: When your in the place of ministry, you often find yourself in that place were people expect you to pray for them. Expecting God to answer yes to their request, because you prayed, after all, your a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Be Self-Disciplined Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 16, 2015

A sermon to encourage the development of self-control.

"Relaunch 2015" pt. 9 - I Will Be Self-disciplined Galatians 5:22-23 Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Introduction: I want to welcome you this morning to part 9 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist