Sermons on Depraved People:

"Making Crooked Roads Straight"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 5, 2007

A sermon on repentance and moving out of the "wilderness".

“Making Crooked Roads Straight” Matthew 3:1-12 By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor, Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org “John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness of Judea, proclaiming, ‘Repent for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” John appeared in the wilderness. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

The Uncomfortable Call Of Peter Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jul 16, 2007

I believe we can all related to Peter’s call, because we have to be honest we are all uncomfortable when it comes to stepping out and ministering for Jesus Christ. We worry about being qualified We worry about making mistakes We worry about how the ch

Introduction: A husband attended a marriage retreat where he learned there were 30 ways to a woman’s heart – if he really wanted to make a difference in his marriage; he should do one of the 30 things each day to win his wife’s affection. Not being patient man, he decided to do all 30 on the same ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sisters

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jul 16, 2007

A sermon for the 8th Sunday after Pentecost Mary and Martha

8th Sunday after Pentecost July 22 Proper 11 C Lectionary 16 Luke 10:38-42 "Sisters" Luke 10: 38* Now as they went on their way, he entered a village; and a woman named Martha received him into her house. 39* And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet and listened to his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is Your Duty?

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jul 23, 2007

This is the story of Mary and Martha. What is our duty - to be a Mary or a Martha?

What is Your Duty? Luke 10:38-42 July 22, 2007 For the past couple of years, I have been preoccupied with retirement. If you have spent any time around me at all, you know how I talk about our retirement plans all the time. I am eight years away from retirement – perhaps eleven – depending on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Methodist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

I want us to take some time to gaze upon this shepherd of ours, and I want to talk with you for a little while about some of the traits that He has.

Have you ever heard or participated in a discussion about which animal humans are most like? Scientists have often tried to liken us with other animals. Lab tests for different medicines and immunizations are performed on rats and mice since their bodily functions are similar to humans. We’ve ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:3

Denomination: Holiness

The Four Dreams Of Joseph, Mary's Husband

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 5, 2008

What characteristics did Joseph have that allowed God to entrust him with the upbringing of the Incarnate Son of God and what is the significance of his four dreams?

KB-GD 06-01-08 Joseph – a righteous man who obeyed God Story: It was the night before Christmas – and the local primary school were putting on the Nativity Play. Everyone was excited and happy - except one little boy who had wanted to play the part of Joseph - but had, instead, been given ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Testimony Of John

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 11, 2008

The testimony of John the Baptist about who Jesus was and what He came to do.

John 1:19-28 The Testimony of John I. The Question (19-22) • Vv. 19-20 John the Baptist’s voice breaks 400 years of silence. • “The Jews” is used by John to describe many groups within the Jewish community; here it is referring particularly to the Pharisees. • Background on the Pharisees: 3 ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Voice, Not Just A Big Mouth

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 14, 2008

Be a voice speaking for God as John the Baptist was.

Being a Voice, Not Just a Big Mouth. Matt. 3:1-12 INTRO.: Among the millions who live on the earth at any given time, only a few grab the attention of the public so as to be called “great.” Some seem destined for greatness. Some become great even though no one would have guessed it.. We can’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

New Years Day: God Is Working His Purpose Out!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 1, 2006

A sermon given on New Years Day, encouraging and challenging the church to know our Bible better this year, to work together, to listen to God in the tough decisions, and to learn from the character of Joseph - a righteous man.

Have you ever looked back at a chain of events and been amazed? 14 years ago I was involved with Camberley Youth for Christ. In faith we booked a band called ‘Triumph’ to come and spend a few days in a local school. We needed £650 to run the event; we had about £50 available. The band came, had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Anglican

0004 Advent Iv: John The Schitzophrenic's Testimony Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Jan 2, 2006

Examining the testimony of John the "Schitzophrenic".

Sermon: John the Schitzophrenic’s Testimony. Text: John 1:19-34 (yes, I know the BCP stops at v28) Occasion: Advent IV Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, December 18, 2005 Audio link: ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Runner Up Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jan 7, 2006

Beginning on series on Jesus’ life, actions, words, and ministry. This is a New Year’s message about making Jesus #1 in our lives.

John 1:6-9 – Runner Up I’d like to begin this morning by reading John 1:6-9. Today is of course New Year’s Day. It’s the 1st day of the 1st month of the new year. Today we are going to talk a little about being first, and being second, and what all that means. I’d like to take us back ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Out Who Really Cares

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 7, 2006

Who really cares about us? Not this world’s Herods, for fear lashes out destructively. We find care in those who, like the wise men, believe in us and give gifts for the future; and who, like Joseph, sacrifice for us. Epiphany at National Baptist Memor

Some people have friends. Some people have enemies. Most people have acquaintances. But everybody has people to do business with. The people you do business with -- usually, that’s not an intimate relationship. It’s a distant relationship, limited to transactions. We deal with people who may ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Barnabas Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

Barnabus the giver, the risk-taker, the faithful

Barnabas: Stories of God’s People May 21, 2006 Intro: How many of you can think of someone who, at some point in your life, believed in you when you weren’t sure you believed in yourself? Someone probably a little older, a little wiser, more experienced, who looked at you and the situation you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Barnabas Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

Barnabas chooses to take a risk, to investigate a person, and to put even the potential of a relationship of love ahead of every other consideration - even his own safety.

Barnabas pt 2: Stories of God’s People May 28, 2006 Intro: Last week I shared the first part of the story of Barnabas, one of the early Christians and leaders of the church. We talked about how he was a man of generosity – selling an entire field and giving the money to the work of the Kingdom ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Transfer Of The Priesthood Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 3, 2007

Part 2 of a study on the priesthood. Adapted from a study by Dr. Perry Stone

This morning we are going to continue our study entitled The Code of the Priest. This series is designed to strengthen your knowledge and understanding of God’s Word and how He interacts with His children. Two weeks ago we laid the groundwork for this study by looking at the fact that the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist