Sermons on Desert:

Let God Be Your Strength Series

Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Dec 5, 2002

In order to be an effective Christian, we allow God to be our strength.

“How To Become An Effective Christian” LET GOD BE YOUR STRENGTH! II Timothy 4:9-22 Introduction This past summer during the baseball season, Ken Caminiti, a former All Star and National League MVP, came out publicly to admit that he used steroids during his playing career. Steroid use has been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Enemies Of Ourselves Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

Paul is absolutely astonished that men can voluntarily decide to be enemies of that which is most precious and beneficial to them.

Saint-Exupery was a French aviator who wrote a number of books that have been an inspiration to many. He was recalled to military service in World War II. On July 31, 1944 he was flying an observation mission in a plane with no guns. He was shot down that day by a young man from Germany who was ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Manna - Waking Up To Reality Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Apr 5, 2008

Getting through dry times, is not done by the use of your wits, your education, your determination, or the power of positive thinking. Getting through dry times requires a supernatural solution.

So, I get a call late one night, it is the sister of a good friend of mine – she never calls. There is a long pause after I answer. Then a little chit chat, then quickly comes the news: A childhood friend of mine, her sister, has just died of lung failure, she was only 38. I’m floored. I’m not sure ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Scapegoat: A Communion Celebratioin

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 29, 2005

The Israelites celebrated the forgiveness of sin by using goats, one to be a sacrifice and one to be sent away carrying the sins of the nation.

“THE SCAPEGOAT: A COMMUNION CELEBRATION” OCTOBER 2, 2005 Intro: Today, we are going to celebrate the communion of our Lord. We are going to look at the way the Israelites celebrated the forgiveness of sin as we prepare ourselves for the celebration. The Day of Atonement was the High Holy Day ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:3-34

Denomination: Baptist

A Door Of Hope Series

Contributed by Paul Green on Sep 18, 2009

I see a lot of modern day Christians, including myself, in the story of Hosea. But I don’t see us in the person of Hosea. I see us rather in the person of Gomer the prostitute. Are we very much different from those people?

Dallas and Irene Sherman of Cincinnati had a really stormy relationship. During one of their many rows Irene deliberately wrecked two of their cars, which was the last straw for Dallas and he filed for divorce. But as time went by, he found that he couldn’t live without her, so they were ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Men! What Do They Tell Us About God? Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Nov 2, 2019

There is a theme that runs throughout the pages of Scripture that reveals to us that “less is more with God.”

Sermon Series: Less is More with God Part 2 Sermon Title: Seven Men! What Do They Tell Us About God? introduction There is a theme that runs throughout the pages of Scripture that reveals to us that “less is more with God.” Let me show you what I am talking about by looking at the words of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Opens, Hell Opens - Sermon On Mark 1:10-13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 15, 2023

The coronation: Jesus is anointed Messiah in fulfillment of messianic prophecy when the Spirit comes into him, and the Father calls him his beloved Son. The tearing of heaven means Isa.62:1 is happening – God is coming down to save his people.

For audio and video of this message go to https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermoninfo.asp?SID=923172153523 Mark 1:9 At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. 10 As Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:10-13

Maintaining Focus Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 29, 2008

Jesus demonstrated the source of His power in His time alone with the Father. Even Jesus faced the challenge of focus hijacking. This message deals with maintaining your focus in the face of others demands.

Maintaining Focus Mark 1:35-39; Luke 4:42-44 Mark 1:35 (HCSB) Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, He got up, went out, and made His way to a deserted place. And He was praying there. A Pattern to Follow * Very early in the morning • Before the demands of the day • Sacrificing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Behold The Crocus!

Contributed by John Pingel on May 18, 2020

Isaiah speaks of the crocus, lending hope to the people of ancient Israel and to us as well

Behold the Crocus!” Isaiah 35: 1,2 Writing in 700 B.C. about the return of the people Israel to their homeland following what would be a time of Exile in Babylon, the prophet spoke about the desert bursting into bloom. But he doesn’t just speak in broad terms about “flowers”—he speaks ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1

Denomination: Lutheran

The Heartbreak Of Disappointment Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 29, 2005

Part 1 of 3 part series. God will never waste a hurt. He uses the broken heart of disappointment to make us more like Christ and to minister to our world through us

The Heartbreak of Disappointment Scripture: I Corinthians 6:19 Exodus 2 & 3 Theme: Sometimes God allows us to be disappointed so that he can shape us and prepare us for the tasks to which he has called us. Seed: Devotional by Oswald Chambers Purpose: To help the congregation realize that ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Say What?

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Dec 8, 2007

Isaiah tells us that the Messiah’s coming is going to bring about great change. But some of it hasn’t happened yet. What are we to make of a prophecy that hasn’t come true?

-When I was at seminary in St. Louis, we had to do several practicums in different areas of ministry. They were first come – first served but I was very blessed in the areas I had the opportunity to learn and grow. I did a cross-cultural module with Apple of His Eye Mission Society. I found out ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Spring Forth - A Call To Repentance

Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 21, 2007

Its time to leave the past ’winters’ behind, and ’spring forth’ and do a new thing...repent, ask forgiveness, and allow Jesus Christ to give you life anew.

Spring Forth – A call to repentance 3/18/07 Isaiah 43:18-25 KEY: I AM DOING A NEW THING BIG IDEA – Its time to leave the past behind, and do a new thing. Its time to repent and ask forgiveness. Its time to start new, spring forth. Through Jesus, the way, who blots out our transgressions and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Evidence Of A Spirit Led Life Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Feb 4, 2007

There is a story about Walter P. Chrysler. At the time he was a master mechanic on a railroad. He was 35 years old and he bought his first automobile with borrowed money. It was a $5,000.00, four-door Locomobile. The car was delivered to his hometown in I

THE EVIDENCE OF A SPIRIT LED LIFE Acts 8:26-40 There is a story about Walter P. Chrysler. At the time he was a master mechanic on a railroad. He was 35 years old and he bought his first automobile with borrowed money. It was a $5,000.00, four-door ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

How About Them Camels

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jan 1, 2005

An interesting study about camels and how they are in comparison to us and the grace of God.

GEN 24:62-67 “HOW ABOUT THEM CAMELS” A) This scripture passage is given in the context of Abraham sending his servant out to find a bride for Isaac! * This is one of the most beautiful Old Testament pictures of God sending the Holy Ghost out to bring in a bride for His Son, the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:62-67

Denomination: Baptist

Is God's Hand Shortened?

Contributed by Wes Richard on Mar 11, 2003

Urges believers to focus on God’s provisions rather than human complaints.

Is the Lord’s power limited? Numbers 11:16-23 On Ash Wednesday we began our 40-day journey toward the cross and the resurrection. We were reminded of God’s amazing grace on the one hand and of our own sin on the other. We nailed our sins to the cross. We admonished each other to turn away from ...read more

Denomination: Brethren