Sermons on Dirty Books:

The Lion Becoming The Lamb Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 24, 2016

Revelation chapter 5 looks at why Jesus, who heaven calls the Lion of the tribe of Judah, is seen by John as as Lamb . We explore what this means to us today. We also look at the scroll Jesus takes from the Father's hand and the prayers of the saints

Book of Revelation “The Lion Becoming The Lamb” Chapter 5 In chapter five, John continues his dramatic description of the scene in heaven. Again his attention is drawn back to the throne of God. Read Revelation 5:1-7 In the Lord’s hand is a scroll. There’s writing on ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Foursquare

Revelation #1 Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 29, 2016

A Bible study on Revelation Let's talk about God's world, God's Word and God's workers (Material adapted from Alger Fitch's book, Revelation, Chapter 1 The Perspective of Preaching, pg. 25-37)

Introduction: Many get caught up in the details of Revelation and ask questions like: Who are the Nicolaitans mentioned in Revelation 2:6, 14-15?
 Who are the four living creatures in Revelation?
 What is the sea of glass mentioned in Revelation 4:6 and 15:2?
 Who are the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Risen Christ On Patmos Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 2, 2016

A message on the appearance of Jesus on Patmos to the Apostle John. He showed John and His suffering people that he was not only with them but just as He had conquered all that Rome threw at Him, so would He lead them to conquer in the end.

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Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From A Silver Maple Tree Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 28, 2015

This is a brief outline to use in the Fall of the year that can be used as a small devotional how we can learn from a Silver Maple Tree

Lessons from a Silver Maple Tree Genesis 1:29-31New International Version (NIV) 29 Then God said, “I give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth and every tree that has fruit with seed in it. They will be yours for food. 30 And to all the beasts of the earth and all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:29-31

Denomination: Nazarene

Blessed Are The Poor Widows

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 10, 2015

God measures giving not by what we give, but by what we keep for ourselves. He measures the gift by the sacrifice involved. That is why Jesus valued the widow’s gift. She sacrificed her well-being in order to show her love for God.

When I was preparing my message for today, I came across a story about a little boy who went to church one Sunday morning to get out of the cold. He had been trying to sell newspapers, but no one had passed by. He entered the church, hoping to pass an hour unnoticed in the back row. The minister ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:35-44

Denomination: Anglican

The Birth Of The Church Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 27, 2015

We hear people talk about the New Testament church and wanting to be like the New Testament Church but what does that mean. This message looks at what it means to be a NT Church

The Birth of the Church Sigmund Freud wrote “The act of birth is the first experience of anxiety, and thus the source and prototype of the affect of anxiety.” Which might explain Andy Warhol’s statement “Being born is like being kidnapped. And then sold into ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-42

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Priorities In Life

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 27, 2015

When we become Christians, we are engaged in the battle between good and evil. In the midst of the battle it is not too late for people to learn the Good News and repent. Everyone who remains on the straight and narrow path is blessed.

The story in Ezra 7:1-26 took place shortly after the Jews returned from exile in Babylon. The king told Ezra to go to Jerusalem to see if the people were obeying God’s Law, and if they weren’t, Ezra was to teach them and enforce the Law. The king provided Ezra with all the resources he ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:1-26

Denomination: Anglican

How To Deal With Emotional Pain

Contributed by Victoria Pederson on Aug 30, 2015

A study of David's pains expressed in Psalm 55 and Dr. Stephens Ten Hidden Emotions to help us deal with our pain in everyday life.

Pain is a part of life that every person endures. The bigger question is: How do you handle your pain? Are you the kind that stuffs it down deep? Or do you wear it on your chest as a badge for all to see? David was a man who dealt with a lot of pain in his life. He was the youngest of seven ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Same Jesus Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 30, 2016

Jesus is coming back and He will be the same Jesus, not a different one.

SERIES: Adventures in Acts 001 TITLE: This Same Jesus TEXT: Acts 1:6-12 INTRO: During WWII the Japanese overran the Philippines, and on March 11, 1942 General Douglas MacArthur climbed aboard a gun ship, and ran a Japanese blockade. When he arrived in Australia, MacArthur told reporters, "I came ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Where You Go I Will Go Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jun 5, 2016

This first chapter of Ruth will help us see that there are great possibilities ahead that we are not aware of. God has been working all along in the background even if all around us is full of darkness and despair.

We are going to start a new series today in the Book of Ruth. What do we know about that Book of Ruth? For one thing, this short Book consisting of only four chapters and 100 verses is a link between the time of the judges and the kings of Israel. Remember that during the time of the Judges, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Purity In A Culture Of Idolatry Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 4, 2015

Daniels wisdom and prophecies are not given to satisfy our curiosity. They are shared with us to fortify our faith. Learn from this series to Look forward to the end with confidence and commitment.

Intro: What do you think of next when I say Daniel (Let audience fill in) in the Lions Den Shadrach, Meshach and (Let audience fill in) ____________ in the __________ So much has been written, spoken and filmed about the end of time. Theories, ideas and opinions about Zombie Apocalypse, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Misplaced Joy

Contributed by Kayode Omotoso on Jan 6, 2015

The real joy of the anointed lies in the fact that his name is written in the book of life and not in the level of the anointing or the ministerial achievements.

Having been sent out by Jesus after giving them power, the seventy returned full of joy because they were able to perform unusual signs and wonders including casting out demons (Luke10:17). It was a fantastic ministerial feat that was worth celebrating - common men doing the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Can You Trust Your Faith? Series

Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 13, 2015

Do we have a faith that can be trusted in difficult times?

Can You Trust Your Faith? James 1:2-8 Someone once said, “A faith that can’t be tested can’t be trusted.” That is precisely what God’s Word is telling us in our text. James is encouraging us to understand that faith must be, and will be tested. But let’s think ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Face To Face With Our Faith Series

Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 13, 2015

What is the purpose of trials and tests?

Face to Face with our Faith James 1:9-20 Max Lucado shares a story that happened in November 2004. A group of teenagers decided it would be fun to steal a car and go for a joyride. They find a credit card, get some groceries, a 20 lb turkey, and head to the video store. There they are caught on a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Just Do It Series

Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 13, 2015

Putting our faith into action.

Just Do It… James 1:21-27 The Declaration of Independence concludes with this pledge: "For the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the Protection of Divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our Sacred Honor." Fifty-six men signed the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-27

Denomination: Baptist