Sermons on Devouring Widows Houses:

The Greatest Gift, The Gift Of Himself.

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Dec 21, 2002

This sermon takes a look at what is so significant about the incarnation of God. The significance I point out is that it reveals who God is and what He is like, then I focus on the approachability of God and how He experienced what we experience.

This past week we exchanged gifts amongst our own family and to tell you the truth we just couldn’t wait to see the look on our little girl‘s faces. Denise had spent almost 4 months tracking down every type of care bear in existence for our youngest girl Carrie, and with all that hard work ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Three Vital Commitments

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Jan 5, 2003

This sermon calls hearers to make three vital commitments: 1) To A Person; 2) To A Purpose; 3) To A People.

TITLE: Three Vital Commitments SUBTITLE: You Present You TOPIC: Commitment TEXT: Romans 12:1-2 [Adapted from a sermon by John Hamby, A Call To Commitment, which can be found on Sermon Central.] I want to introduce you to a hypothetical church member that we will call Kenny. § Kenny began his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

One More Year

Contributed by Kymone Hinds on Jan 8, 2003

God’s mercy works long with us, but we will one day be called to give account.

One More Year Luke 13:6-9 (NRSV vs. 8) January 4th, 2003. Do you remember where you were? What you were doing? Who you were with? Do you remember where you were? Where you were when the count down went from 5 to 4 to 3 to 2 to 1? Do you remember where you were when the ball dropped? Where you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Adventist

As Tears Go By Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 8, 2003

The Life of Samuel, Part 1 of 5.

AS TEARS GO BY (1 SAMUEL 1:1-20) Kurt Cobain, the founder and leader of the grunge band Nirvana, was the most acclaimed and creative singer of his generation, the artist of his decade (90s), according to Time Magazine. His parents divorced when he was eight, and two of his father's uncles had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seeking God

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 19, 2003

Seeking God is a lifelong quest for every Christian.

At the beginning of a new year, I like to get back to basics, to talk about the fundamentals of the Christian faith. What are we really doing here? Why do we get up every Sunday morning and come together with other people, to sing songs about God and listen to a talk on religion? Why do we pray, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:29

Denomination: Baptist

"Steps To Take Before You Go To War"

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jan 26, 2003

War lurks on the horizon for the United States. The talk of war and peace is deafening as the lines are drawn in our own nation by those who believe we should "act" and those who believe we should "wait." In 2 Chronicles 20:1-19, King Jehoshaphat took a

“Before You Go To War…” 2 Chronicles 20:1-19 There’s talk on the streets. Talks of war. Talks of peace. Talks of protests. Talks of support. There’s lots of talk going on in the cafés, country clubs, break rooms, boardrooms, and bedrooms of America and around the world. People are gathering and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jeremiah's Lament

Contributed by Ray Munro-Crump on Jan 31, 2003

You don’t just find preachers in the pulpit, your words may be just as important!

Jeremiah 20:7-13 O LORD, you deceived me, and I was deceived; you overpowered me and prevailed. I am ridiculed all day long; everyone mocks me. Whenever I speak, I cry out proclaiming violence and destruction. So the word of the LORD has brought me insult and reproach all day long. But if I ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:7-13, Matthew 10:24-49

Denomination: Methodist

If Only

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Feb 3, 2003

We often live our lives thinking "If Only," and this attitude foils the contentment God wants us to live in daily.

If Only TCF Sermon January 12, 2003 As a rule, Man’s a fool When it’s hot, He wants it cool. And when it’s cool, He wants it hot, Always wanting What is not. Now isn’t that so true? When we have the hot summer weather here in Tulsa, we complain about how dreadfully hot it is. When it gets cold ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5, Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Blueprint For Purity

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 7, 2003

How to be free of Sexual Sin - Men’s Message

A Blueprint for Purity Psalm 119:9-11 Jeff Hughes I. Introduction a. Good evening guys, it is always a pleasure to come and share from God’s Word. When Lynn gave me this chance this evening I was excited to come and speak to you guys on this topic. It is a subject that is near to my heart. Because ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-11, Psalm 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forceful Men

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

Taking hold of salvation requires a diligence on our part.

Introduction: When I went to school at Freed-Hardeman, we were required in our English literature class to read part of John Bunyan’s book Pilgrim’s Progress. It is perhaps the most well-known religious allegory ever written. For those of you who never had an English teacher force you to read ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:7-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Faith Of The Doubter

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

We know Thomas as "the Doubter," but he had great faith.

Introduction: When I watch movies, I find myself asking, "Is that a good guy or a bad guy?" You see, Hollywood generally portrays its characters as either good guys or bad guys, and you have to understand which character is which if you’re going to understand the story line. The good guys ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christianity In The Workplace

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002

Christians have responsibilities in the workplaces, both as employers and employees.

Introduction: In the passage that was read a few moments ago from the book of Colossians, Paul’s teaching was accompanied by a great deal of tension. It’s hard for us to even imagine today the vast extent of slavery in the first century and just how cruel it was. Ancient historians estimate ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Judge Not That You Be Not Judged

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002

Jesus’ words condemn a certain type of judgment, but there are limits to our tolerance.

Introduction: A few years ago, a congregation of the Lord’s church in Oklahoma disfellowshiped a woman for immorality. When she filed a lawsuit against the church, the story made all the national news media. One of the shows to give the lawsuit coverage was Phil Donahue and on that show, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6, Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Two Battles With Different Results

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002

The battle of Jericho was successful but sin kept the battle of Ai from being a victory.

Introduction: When it comes to contests of any sort, we like to be on the winning side. If we’re on a ball team or if we have favorite ball team, we don’t like for them to be defeated. But defeats will come from time to time. And I think it’s a great coach who can gather his team around him ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Holy Spirit - You Are Welcome In This Place.

Contributed by John Gullick on Sep 12, 2002

a sermon that discusses the place of the Holy Spirit a fairly general discussion of the whole subject. I guess it is the kinda sermon that is useful as a resource.

Years ago they used to call car rally enthusiasts - "Car rally enthusiasts". Today they’re simply called "petrol heads". Well there has never been such a great time for petrol heads - Wow!!!!!!! With Colin McRea - Carlos Saines or Richard Burns burning around corners at breakneck speed - with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed