Sermons on Delight Yourself In The Lord:

Why Darwin Cried But We Rejoice

Contributed by Michael Walther on Jun 20, 2011

The miracle of Creation brings us closer to God. The idea of evolution takes us away from God.

“Why Darwin Cried But We Rejoice” Genesis 1.1-2.4 Today is Trinity Sunday - the one Sunday of the church year that is devoted especially to God and His unique nature as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. God reveals Himself with many different names. Each of them teach us something about ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Grace And The Final Evaluation Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Jun 27, 2011

All individuals are destined to undergo a final evaluation by God.

Romans 16:1-27 Introduction: A. History has recorded many ideas about the final evaluation and final state of humans beyond death. B. I had a recent discussion with a cousin concerning ghosts. 1. We were discussing various events that would appear to conclude that ghosts exist. 2. I have my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Passover - Exodus Part 13 Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Jul 28, 2011

A sermon explaining the Passover story and traditions.

INTRODUCTION • As we approach Easter its worth looking at Passover. • This is the greatest event in the Old Testament. It is how God relates to the church. • The last two weeks we have talked about getting free and staying free, changing your thinking and believing in the blood of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Better To Be Good Than Fair Series

Contributed by Phil Smith on Dec 21, 2008

We spend WAY too much energy trying to balance the books of our relationships. Jesus did not teach us to be fair, but to be good. His birth beautifully illustrates the lesson.

Php 2:5-11 – ...Christ Jesus: ...being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Economics Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 23, 2008

Exposition of Mark 12:41-44 about the giving and the widow

Text: Mark 12:41-44, Title: Spiritual Economics, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/28/08, PM A. Opening illustration: W. A. Criswell tells of an ambitious young man who told his pastor he’d promised God a tithe of his income. They prayed for God to bless his career. At that time he was making $40.00 per week ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

Facts About Christmas

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008

The facts behind some of the traditions

Mt 13:52 He said to them, “Therefore every teacher of the law who has been instructed about the kingdom of heaven is like the owner of a house who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old.” When it comes to Christmas, it isn’t just new and old but it is also a matter of good and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:52

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kingdom Impact - Healing Is Our Birthright Series

Contributed by Willem Nel on Jan 4, 2009

God is just good and He gave His Son Jesus so that we might have life and abundance. Healing is part our birthright in Christ Jesus

Kingdom Impact Healing our birthright After listening and reading Bill Johnson, Andrew Wommack and Curry Blake material, God has stirred His passion in our hearts to see our city and surrounding areas impacted by the Gospel of the Kingdom. This is the first part of a two part series on ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: *other

What's The Significance Of A Shepherd? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 5, 2009

This message looks at the significance of the shepherd and how it is essential to understanding God’s plan for church leadership.

The image of the shepherd seems somewhat irrelevant to modern Americans. Without a doubt this makes it quite difficult to communicate God’s plan for church leadership. The picture of the shepherd fails to connect with us in the modern church. Shepherds would have been as common to the original ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:3-6, Genesis 4:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Presence Driven 2 Series

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jan 10, 2009

Being “Presence Driven” is what will Change Your Get By Experience into something Dramatic! It’ll Change Your Outlook on Church. It’ll Change Your Walk with God! It’ll bring a difference about you!

“PRESENCE DRIVEN II” Sunday AM Nov. 30, 2008 INTRODUCTION: Last week I started a sermon topic I’m continuing with until the Lord changes my direction. I spoke on the “PRESENCE OF GOD” or being “PRESENCE DRIVEN”! I’m all at once fascinated with this topic God has put in my spirit. I know ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Telling The Stories Of Jesus

Contributed by Elizabeth Stutler on Jan 12, 2009

A sermon given reminding parishioners of the importance of passing our faith on to others.

Telling our Stories 10-26-2008 John 3:33-36; Matthew 28:16-20 Jesus loves me this I know, for the Bible tells me so. Little ones to him belong. They are weak but He is strong… The words echo down the ages from some of the earliest memories many of us have. Someone somewhere told us the amazing ...read more

Scripture: John 3:33-36

Denomination: Methodist

Understanding Faith

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 17, 2009

What is "faith" according to the Bible? Where does it come from and what does it look like? With sin as a backdrop, Romans reveals gospel saving faith. It looks a lot like Jesus.

What is Faith? Romans 1:8-17 Reading: Hebrews 11:1-6 Few words in scripture relate to our eternal destiny like the word: faith. Love, hope, repentance, obedience, confession, all are interconnected and related to the principle of this one expression: faith. Faith is a central word throughout ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' First Miracle Is A Success!

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 21, 2009

Epiphany 2(C) - Jesus’ first miracle is a success when water changes into wine and this miracle strengthens faith.

JESUS’ FIRST MIRACLE IS A SUCCESS! (Outline) January 18, 2009 -- EPIPHANY 2 -- John 2:1-11 INTRO: Miracles – some believe in them and others do not. Mankind likes to have a logical and reasonable explanation for everything. But there is not always a logical or reasonable explanation ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Danger Close: Is The Christian Life Safe? Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jan 22, 2009

If we are going to experience what the NT church experienced, to see the lost saved and lives changed, we cannnot life a "safe" life. We have to be close to the "danger."

Danger Close: Is the Christian Life Safe? January 21, 2009 What is the scariest thing that has happened to you? What did you do? If we are going to experience what the NT church experienced, to see the lost saved and lives changed, we cannnot life a "safe" life. We have to be close to the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Humor Brings The Gospels To Light.

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jan 24, 2009

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday after Epiphany, Series B

3rd Sunday after Epiphany, January 25, 2009 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we have gathered hear this morning because you have called us through your Son, Jesus the Christ, to worship and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Lutheran

What Exactly Is An Elder? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 26, 2009

This message looks into exactly how the Bible describes an elder.

God is concerned about leadership. Consider some of the great leaders from the Old Testament. One of the first names that come to mind is Moses. God’s hand was on him from the time of his birth. God put Moses through a rigorous eighty year training course before calling him to lead His people. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ