Sermons on Destruction Of Sodom:

Baptised In Fire

Contributed by Riaan De Villiers on Nov 6, 2006

Fire fills us with fear and yet Jesus came to baptised us also in fire. There must be then something about God’s fire that we need to find.

Baptized in fire Matthew 3:11 There is a new term under theologians – historical criticism. According to this theory it means that we can not take the Bible just as it is but we have to be very critical about the Bible. The Bible, according to them, is just a lot of books decided by mere men to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Turn On The Chandelier

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

What it means for us to be light

"Turn On The Chandelier" Matthew 5:13-16 2/16/97 Intro: Well, we’re not taping this sermon, so you’re out of luck. But now that the Valentine’s Dinner is over, if any of you have any good quotes for the sign out front, let me know! Did you hear about the little country church that was trying to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Messages Of The Angels

Contributed by John Gerald on Dec 7, 2004

One of the Christmas Messages - the part angels had in the events surrounding Jesus’ birth.

THE MESSAGES OF THE ANGELS I. THE ANNOUNCEMENT TO MARY Luke 1:26 And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth,(The sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy) 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

"God's Promise To Abram"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 24, 2005

God’s promise to Abram can be applied to our own life. We just have to believe it and expect it to be ours as well.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Church June 26, 2005 “God’s Promises to Abram” Genesis 15:1-8 INTRODUCTION: Today’s scripture takes place after Abram won a great victory. He defeated the kings and was fearful that these kings would later come back and take revenge on him. After these things ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

"God's Promises To Abram"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 28, 2005

Three promises made to Abram are as much ours today as they were for that time in history. We have to claim these promises and believe God.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Church June 26, 2005 "God’s Promises to Abram" Genesis 15:1-8 INTRODUCTION: Today’s scripture takes place after Abram won a great victory. He defeated the kings and was fearful that these kings would later come back and take revenge on him. After these things occured the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

A God's Eye View Of Homosexuality Series

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Jul 31, 2008

There is much talk from advocates of gay rights and homosexuality, how does their rhetoric measure up against the true teaching of the Bible?

A GOD’S EYE VIEW HOMOSEXUALITY Text: Romans 1:24-27 Scripture Reading: Genesis 2:18-26 INTRODUCTION 1. Let me share with you some insight into the mind of gay rights advocates: a. “The main thing is to talk about gayness until the issue becomes thoroughly tiresome…” b. “Seek desensitization and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Instructions For The Believer

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 18, 2007

A message verbalizing the attitude our Lord expects of His children.

Instructions for the Believer 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22 * Turn with me to 1 Thessalonians 5:16. On this the last Sunday evening before we celebrate Thanksgiving, let us center on God’s word for instruction. Through His word He gives us instruction for life. * When we consider the culture in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Nov 19, 2007

This is a Word that lets us know that when God tells us to do something, we need to do it without delay. There is no substitute for God because there Ain’t Nothing Like The Real Thing Baby!

Introduction: When I think of the Sermonic Theme, I can’t help but think about a song that Marvin Gaye and Tammy Terrell sung years ago called, Ain’t Nothing Like The Real Thing Baby, Ain’t Nothing Like The Real Thing. I was singing that song in Junior High School with no real meaning but little ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Trinity

Contributed by David Trexler on May 20, 2008

It’s about Love, Love, Love

Holy Trinity 2008 “The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.” During the week I thought maybe this Sunday I might take off from going deep. It’s been a tough week on everybody, and I thought a nice relaxing, perhaps ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Did Jerusalem Tremble? Series

Contributed by Bradley Berglund on Dec 18, 2007

Herod was agitated by Messiah. Why did Jerusalem tremble also? Was not Messiah the answer to their problems? This message explores the inner fears that keep someone from receiving liberty in Jesus Christ.

Why Was Jerusalem Troubled? Matt 2:1-8 Last week – Herod had no room for another King No one would rule his life No one would rob him of the souls he claimed – (Note the King of Sodom – Gen 14:21 – “Give me the persons” = Give me the souls) Herod was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Life’s Greatest Deadline

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 1, 2010

The Bible says: … man is destined to die once, and after that to face judgment… In fact, this deadline is so important; I want every one of us to see it with your own eyes from God’s Word.

Life’s Greatest Deadline Hebrews 9:27 Introduction We all live under the pressure of having to meet deadlines. We have the pressure of paying our bills by no later than the due date in order to avoid an additional financial penalty. We have the pressure of buying or renewing our car tags on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Baptist

Get Connected To God’s Kingdom

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 4, 2009

It is so important that we get connected with God so we can experience the reality of His Kingdom in our lives today.

Get Connected to God’s Kingdom (Due to technical difficulties audio is not available.) 8/1/09 Introduction Today many people would confess that life is busy. If we were honest w/ourselves, we would admit that we are overextended- no margin/space in our lives. Jan- talked about how we have no ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: Charismatic

Stuck In The Mud

Contributed by Arthur And Marie Mason on Jun 15, 2009

Probably, each of us can relate to the fact that at one time or another we have been stuck in the mud. Every time we tried to move forward, like quicksand, we would find ourselves in the same place…sinking deeper and deeper. No matter how we tried to enco

STUCK IN THE MUD I. Stuck in the Past A. Childhood B. Mistakes C. Addictions D. Wrong choices II. Illustration: I’ve always heard that pigs loved to wallow in mud and even in their own feces. I’ve learned that this is a myth. Sometimes, when I’m traveling, I see pigs rolling around in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:23-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embracing The Kingdom Focused Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 23, 2007

Inspired by several resources. Gene Mimms’ books "The Kingdom Focused Church" and "Kingdom Principles for Church Growth, Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Church and Thom Rainer’s "Simple Church."

THE KINGDOM FOCUSED CHURCH Embracing the Kingdom Focused Church Philippians 3:7-20 > The – Kingdom – Focused – Church. Think about those 4 words for a second. Each word has significant meaning. > The – An article denoting specific, distinctive nature. It identifies something which is special, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-20

Denomination: Baptist

Part 8 - Why Press God? Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 4, 2010

We have lots of questions...one is why try to get close to God?

18The angel of GOD said, “What’s this? You ask for my name? You wouldn’t understand—it’s sheer wonder.” Judges 13:18 (TMSG) Decades ago Oswald Chambers wrote about spiritual perseverance, defining it as… not to hang on and do nothing, but to work ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:18

Denomination: United Methodist