Sermons on Divine Intimacy:

O Lord, How Majestic Is Your Name

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 8, 2015

This is a look at the ways David observed in Psalm 8 that God displayed His Majesty in Creation.

O LORD, HOW MAJESTIC IS YOUR NAME Ps. 8:1-9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man was told by his doctor he only had 6 months to live. “What should I do, doctor?” he asked. 2. The doctor said, “Move to Arkansas and marry a younger woman with 8 kids.” 3. “Will that make me ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Just Want To Bless Somebody

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 15, 2016

I think we often struggle today with service because we think it has to be some great act. If it’s not some great, newsworthy deed, we don’t think it is worth the effort.

TITLE: JUST WANT TO BLESS SOMEBODY SCRIPTURE: II KINGS 4:8-17 I guess I have entered the stage in my life where I am beginning to focus more upon the mark I will leave on this world. I am beginning to focus upon “WILL ANYONE CARE OR REMEMBER” when it’s my time to leave this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

Perseverance In The Midst Of Persecution Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 17, 2016

A sermon examining how to keep on when trouble comes your way.

Perseverance In The Midst Of Persecution Acts 4:1-22 Kayla Mueller was a young woman who traveled to Turkey in 2012 to assist Syrian refugees. After some time she entered Syria with her boyfriend and was captured by ISIS. She was forced into marriage to ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. Following ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Praise The Lord And Pass Me A Copperhead Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 24, 2016

We need to stand on the promises of God.

Praise The Lord And Pass Me A Copperhead Text: Acts 28:1-10 Introduction 1. 24 year old Danny Simpson was sentenced to 6 years in jail for robbing a bank. Danny got 6 years in the clink for stealing $6,000. But the gun he used in the robbery ended up in a museum. The .45 caliber Colt ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

World Communion Sunday: Defining Our Community

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 28, 2016

All over the world, Christians of various flavors and traditions are focusing on the Lord’s Supper as a central distinctive of our faith. I like that! We are going to focus on Communion today as well! Let’s read from Luke 22 and discover how Jesus inst

Defining Our Community Luke 22:13-23 #WorldCommunion INTRODUCTION… COMMUNITY DISTINCTIVES (p) Every group we are a part of has rules, traditions, meanings behind phrases, and reasons for doing what they do when they gather together. These traditions or words make the group unique and give ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joseph's Dream Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 5, 2016

Joseph and Mary had no say over the name of their first child. He was not named for anyone else, not for what character was hoped for him, but for the purpose for which he was born in the first place.

Matthew 1:18-25 Joseph’s Dream 12/1/02 D. Marion Clark Introduction “What’s in a name?” so questions Juliet. There may be much in a name. Some of us are named after loved and respected family members. We carry in our name the remembrance of someone else. Others of us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Biblical Evangelism Stresses The Urgency Of Repentance

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 15, 2015

MOST CHANGES IN OUR WORLD HAVE COME AS A RESULT OF PEOPLE SEEKING AN EASY BELIEVING CHRISTIANITY THAT WILL NOT COST ANYTHING TO FOLLOW,. WE WANT TO BE BUDDY-BUDDY AND NOT STRESS THE NEED OF REPENTANCE.

BIBLICAL EVANGELISM STRESSES THE URGENCY OF REPENTANCE ISAIAH 55:1-8 A REAL COMPLAINT ABOUT MODERN INVENTIONS, PARTICULARLY FROM THE LAST CENTURY, IS THAT PEOPLE ARE PLACING A GREATER DEPENDANCY ON THEM AND LESS ON THEIR OWN SKILLS. MODERN TECHNOLOGY WORKS WELL WHEN IT WORKS, BUT WHEN IT ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Next! Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 17, 2015

We should always keep a positive attitude in preaching the gospel.

Next Text: Acts 13:44-52 Introduction 1. Illustration: As most of you know, in addition to my ministry here at the church I also sell insurance. I work for a company known as Aflac. One of the seasoned veteran agents that I work once gave me some good advice. He said not to take it personally ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:44-52

Denomination: Methodist

A Man Of Conviction Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 1, 2015

God will provide the necessary boldness if he has called you to be His voice of truth and reason.

ELIJAH—A MAN OF LIKE PASSIONS 06 A Prophet of Conviction TEXT: 1 Kings 18:17-20 1 Kings 18:17-20 KJV And it came to pass, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said unto him, Art thou he that troubleth Israel? [18] And he answered, I have not troubled Israel; but thou, and thy father's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Favor Before Men And Release

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 25, 2015

To show that GOD ALMIGHTY gives us mercy and favor before men and sent the release for us. 1 Peter 5:7 (Amplified Bible) Casting the whole of your care [all your anxieties, all your worries, all your concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares for

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have favor before men? Yes. Because the LORD JESUS CHRIST walks in front of me and leads me to success/victory John 1:16 (Amplified Bible) For out of His fullness (abundance) we have all received [all had a share and we were all supplied with] one grace after another and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Game Of Thrones- Israel’s Experience With Human Kings” Series

Contributed by Rev. Clarence Eisberg on Oct 27, 2015

David and Nabal I Samuel 25:4-13 Hospitality This Middle Eastern cultural practice of “hospitality” is what saved the life of Marcus Lattrell. Jesus challenges Simon with a failure to keep a well-known Middle Eastern cultural practice. Luke 7:44-48

The Game of Thrones- Israel’s Experience with Human Kings” “Revenge or Hospitality?” I have three stories to share with you this morning. One is from the movie “Lone Survivor” and the other two are from the bible. All three have something in common. Luke ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Halting Between Two Opinions Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Nov 15, 2015

This is a message that is from the Elijah series. It deals with compromising spiritual life because of the peer pressure that comes in association with idolatry.

1 Kings 18:17-21 (KJV) And it came to pass, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said unto him, Art thou he that troubleth Israel? [18] And he answered, I have not troubled Israel; but thou, and thy father's house, in that ye have forsaken the commandments of the LORD, and thou hast followed Baalim. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Golden Rule Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 7, 2016

A message on the very simple principle, "Do unto others as you would have them do to you.

Introduction A. A honeymoon couple is in the Watergate Hotel. The new bride is concerned and asked, "What if the place is still bugged?" The groom says "Hmm... Good point. I'll look for a bug." He looks behind the drapes, behind the pictures, under the rug . . . "AHA!" he shouts! Sure enough, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Baptist

Zephaniah - Chapter 2. Judgement Is Coming Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Nov 7, 2016

In this section of Zephaniah chapter2. He preaches the Word of the Lord preaching a Judgement, to the earth the surrounding nations and upon Judah which is tempered with a a gracious offer and hope for a remnant

Introduction & Background God speaks through the Prophet Zephaniah, little is known of him apart from his name and pedigree. Zephaniah means - ‘Yaweh has hidden/protected’ this name given could indicate the families piety as they trusted in God during the godless reign of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Fail Forward

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 9, 2016

This sermon deals with how we can move forward despite our failures and failings.

Learning To Fail Forward Last week in our Sunday Night movie, “Facing the Giants,” the main character felt like a complete failure. Some of the parents were talking about firing him as head coach, and even one of his assistant coaches was a part of it. And to make matters worse he had ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12

Denomination: Foursquare