Sermons on Ditches:

Counting The Cost

Contributed by Giles Mullen on Feb 8, 2002

Trust in Jesus; how far will your trust in Jesus Christ carry you in todays society? Will you be seen as a commited to discipleship, or like Judas--an uncommitted pretender?

COUNTING THE COST Luke 14:25-35 Counting the cost of discipleship. That is something that we don’t like to think about too often. But, everything comes at a cost. For an athlete, they must decide early in life just how serious he/she wants to become in their sport and train accordingly. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Circumcision Of The Heart Series

Contributed by James May on Mar 14, 2002

Paul teaches that circumcision of the flesh is not what makes us righteous but circumcision of the Heart!

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:11-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Life Of A True Disciple Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 16, 2002

Jesus points out the differences between what he is teaching and what the Pharisees are teaching.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 14 “The Life of a True Disciple” Luke 6:39-49 In the previous section (6:27-38) the Lord has instructed his followers on how they should respond when men hate them, curse them and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:39-49

Denomination: Baptist

Welcome To The Family Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Jun 2, 2002

In this passage we learn what we have in common that makes us brothers and sisters in Christ.

Introduction When I went back to the United States in March I was privileged to see all 4 of my brothers and sisters As brothers and sisters we have a common history and heritage, that shared experience creates an uncommon bond between us, we are family. We share something special. Only at my ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What A Real Celebrity Looks Like

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jun 28, 2002

Using John 12:20-26 I talk about genuine servanthood. (A pre-mission trip sermon.)

What A Real Celebrity Looks Like John 12:20-26 Intro: Our world is mesmerized by celebrities. We want to know what they wear, eat, do on vacation, who they are marrying or divorcing. Maybe its because we sometimes think celebrities are almost superhero. Maybe we want to see ourselves in them. I ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Of The Turning Stomach Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 26, 2001

What makes our Lord feel ill?

THE CHURCH OF THE TURNING STOMACH HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSON: story about an Emporer dupped into believing that he was clothed in splendor. He strutted down the streets with an arrogant attitude while those who knew better saw him as just naked. THIS MORNING:  Church in a the wealthiest of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Worship In Heaven Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 27, 2003

Worship is our call in good times and bad

Revelation 4:1-11 November 23, 2003 Worship In Heaven Jesus has just dictated 7 letters to 7 churches that were in deep distress. Some were being persecuted to the point of death, some were being attacked by false teaching and evil actions, others needed to wake up from their boredom ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: *other

The Yoke's On You Series

Contributed by David Ward on Dec 16, 2004

An encouragement to find rest in Christ, and to minister through his strength

“The Yoke’s On You” Matthew 11:28-30 INTRODUCTION: Do you ever find it difficult to follow Christ? Why is it so hard to follow Jesus sometimes? Do you ever get tired? Do you ever find yourself in need of rest? How can I find rest while following Jesus? [READ Matt. 11:28-30] Notice what ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Highly Favored Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 7, 2009

Exposition of Luke 1:26-38 about Mary a highly favored one, and about Jesus THE highly favored One

Text: Luke 1:26-38, Title: Highly Favored, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/6/09 A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: Luke is writing to Theophilus probably from Caesarea while Paul is in prison, after gaining first hand accounts of these events. The Angel of the Lord had just come (well, six ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Non-Conformists (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 2, 2008

What does a church full of Christian Non-Conformists look like?

9Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good; 10love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honor. 11Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord. 12Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer. 13Contribute to the needs ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self-Control Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2008

A series on the fruits of the Spirit

Getting Fruit From God’s Garden Series Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self-Control May 25, 2008 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

"The World-View Buster"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 6, 2010

The Parable of the Good Samaritan can be used as a morality tale,but that’s not necessarily why Jesus told it.

Luke 9:51-55, 10:25-37 “The World-View Buster” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN This passage is one of the best known in all of Scripture. Whether one attends a church or not, most people know the details of the story long before it’s read to ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Comfort, Hope, And Salvation

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 26, 2008

A sermon on 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 (Thanks to Joe Focht from Blue Letter Bible www.blueletterbible.org for ideas)

Sermon for 5/25/2008 Introduction: Advice and instructions taken from actual military sources. Some of these guys must have had a sense of humor "When the pin is pulled, Mr. Grenade is not our friend." --U.S. Marine Corps "Cluster bombing from B-52s is very, very accurate. The bombs are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Lord's Compassions Never Fail

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 26, 2008

Pentecost 6(B) - Our Lord’s compassions never fail. Every morning the Lord’s compassions are new. Every day our Lord’s compassions do continue.

OUR LORD’S COMPASSIONS NEVER FAIL (Outline) June 22, 2008 -- PENTECOST 6 -- Lamentations 3:22-33 INTRO: The title, Lamentations, also defines the theme of this book of the Bible. In the title Lamentations we have the word lament. Lament = alas, woe is me. One could easily say that at ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Giant Killer

Contributed by Prophetess Jodi Lynn on Sep 24, 2011

A reminder that God has called us to be giant killers. And that the mountain before us must fall through the power of Jesus.

GIANT KILLER 1 Samuel 17: 44-51 I DECLARE UNTO YOU THAT THE LORD ISN’T RAISING UP WEAK, LIMP-WRISTED WIMPS BUT HE IS RAISING UP A MIGHTY ARMY. HE IS LOOKING FOR THOSE THAT WOULD DARE TO STEP INTO THE ENEMY’S CAMP AND TAKE BACK WHAT HE HAS STOLEN FROM YOU. LISTEN TO ME THE BIBLE SAYS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:44-51

Denomination: Pentecostal