Sermons on dereliction:

Seven Words Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Ohm Kevaley on Sep 6, 2003

An exposition on the value of the last seven words of Christ

SEVEN WORDS OF THE CROSS By Pastor Ohm Prakash Kevaley First word: Lk.23:32-38 "Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing." Luke alone, of the Gospel writers, mentions the criminals in advance of Jesus’ conversation with them. The effect is that his humiliation is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-42, Luke 23:32-38

Denomination: Congregational

Keys To Becoming A Great Christian

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 2, 2001

Jesus calls us all to grow

Keys to Becoming a Great Christian Selected Passages October 1, 2000 Morning Service Introduction Average is said to be the best of the worst and the worst of the best Christ gave us a call to live life beyond average and to be all that we were meant to be in Him How do we rise above the average ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Church Of God

The God Who Knows Me

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 13, 2013

The fear and the respect of the ever-present, all-knowing God.

THE GOD WHO KNOWS ME. Psalm 139. What convinced me of the reality of the God of the Bible - “the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ” (Ephesians 1:3) - was not intellectual argument, but personal encounter. This occurred in two phases: first in a sense of guilt and dread at the presence of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Sacrifices Series

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 1, 2011

In order to be living sacrifices we must Know His will, and change our thinking

Living Sacrifices Romans 12:1-2 We are called to be living sacrifices. A sacrifice is something we give up. Most of the time we think of sacrifices we think of suffering or pain. Yet, we are called to offer up sacrifices of Praise and Thanksgiving. A sacrifice is a service we are called to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Shows His Love

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 30, 2013

Our need of salvation met - in God's perfect time - in Jesus' death. Our reconciliation: cause for rejoicing.

GOD SHOWS HIS LOVE. Romans 5:1-11. Romans 5:8 - “But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Those who believe in Jesus and put their trust in Him are made right with God. The righteousness of Christ is imputed to them and they are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Old Testament Names Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017

The names of God in Scripture

THE GOD WHO KNOWS ME Psalm 139 What convinced me of the reality of the God of the Bible - “the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ” (Ephesians 1:3) - was not intellectual argument, but personal encounter. This occurred in two phases: first in a sense of guilt and dread at the presence of God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:5

Denomination: Baptist

Mountain-Top Changes

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 23, 2017

Have you ever had a moment when your life was changed? Perhaps it was similar to the Transfiguration. That moment changed the lives of Peter, James, John and Jesus, just like moments in our lives can change us.

GOD SHOWS HIS LOVE Romans 5:1-11 Romans 5:8 - “But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Those who believe in Jesus and put their trust in Him are made right with God. The righteousness of Christ is imputed to them and they are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Anglican

How To Reverence The Lord.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 8, 2024

The outworking of our covenant relationship with the LORD.

HOW TO REVERENCE THE LORD. Psalm 34:11-22. PSALM 34:11. David addresses his hearers as “children” - like disciples receiving instruction at the feet of their Rabbi. The Scottish metrical version reads: “O children, hither do ye come, And unto me give ear; I will you teach to understand ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:11-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moved With Compassion

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jul 14, 2009

Jesus compassion and love is for all who will accept.

Text: “But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion for them....” (Matthew 9:36). According to The American Heritage Dictionary the word “compassion” is defined as “The deep feeling of sharing the suffering of another, together with the inclination to give aid or support or to show ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Christian Church

Jesus, The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Michael Erickson on Sep 23, 2003

Jesus is the Good Shepherd who calls for His sheep to follow.

*Ask the children in the congregation: If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? Why is it that no one ever says they want to be a sheep? It is never a mascot of a sports team. But from the Christian perspective, it is often seen as a romantic or complimentary thought to who we ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

"As The Hart....so"

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 18, 2007

The animal’s need for water, however, is the primary message emphasized in our text. The deer-like creature must have accessible and adequate supplies of water.

Panting After God “As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after Thee, O God” (Psa. 42:1). According to The Zondervan Pictoral Bible Dictionary, the “hart” of Bible times was “similar to the American elk but somewhat smaller.” Harts are stags or male deer whereas ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Dedication Of God

Contributed by Sam Dilbeck on Nov 13, 2006

A loving Creator dedicated to our salvation is sometimes left with no choice but punishment.

Have you ever wondered what God "has done for you lately?" Many have. In fact a lot of people struggle to see the hand of God in their lives. Unfortunately, they only look for good things--things that make their lives easier. However, Paul reminds us that God’s impact on our lives comes as both ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keeping A Close Watch On Our Examples

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000

Sometimes we do not want others following in our footsteps öthat could be our children, wives, fellow church members, co workers, etc.

Sometimes we do not want others following in our footsteps öthat could be our children, wives, fellow church members, co workers, etc. There are things about us, things that we have done, things that currently describe us that each one of us would say "Do not follow me in this" Between you and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Finished Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Apr 11, 2003

Christ’s words, "It is finished," describe and summarize his life and ministry; his victory over the powers of sin, evil, and death.

Sermon for Good Friday Yr B, 18/04/2003 Based on Jn. 19:30 “It is finished” Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Here we are on Good Friday, the most solemn day of the entire church year. This day has also been called Holy Friday and Black Friday. It is ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Lutheran

Drifting Along

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Oct 28, 2002

complacency leads to destruction

Drifting Along (Philipians3:12-21)) Intro: The two trappers In the mid 1800’s their were two trappers that had been trapping muskrat and beaver all summer and fall. They had been working their traps in the Cumberland Plateau area of Tennessee. With their packs full of furs and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Pentecostal