Sermons on Dogs Cannot Bark:

Child Of The King: Temptation And Identity

Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Mar 5, 2006

The Devil’s temptation of Jesus centered upon "if you are the Son of God." Even at the cross a voice cries, "If you are the Son of God, come down from the cross" (MT 27:40). Satan’s way may seem easier, but those led by the Spirit have a far different w

Child of the King: Temptation and Identity First Sunday of Lent 2006 Dr. Paul G. Humphrey There was a young preacher visiting with an old man who had an old hound dog. The preacher said, “that sure is a nice dog, what is his name?” The old farmer hemmed and hawed and said, “what is that flower ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Blocking And Tackling Series

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 2, 2008

“The secret of success is in the blocking and tackling. Focus on the blocking and tackling and everything else will come along.”

It was something I should have learned in High School football. After all, I played tackle; it would have made my experience more meaningful if I knew it then. But I didn’t. It was a lot of years after high school; when I was in business and a mentor shared it with me. “The secret of success is in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are Rewards Something We Should Strive For?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 15, 2003

Sermon on the quest for rewards in heaven - whether they should be sought - how and why.

October 12, 2003 Mark 9:30-37 Dear saints living in the hope of the resurrection, God’s Word is full of encouragements for us to look forward to the resurrection from the dead. One such encouragement is the promise of rewards that will be given to us once we get to heaven. This is very ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:31-37

Denomination: Lutheran

We Who Are Strong Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 28, 2014

If we claim to be strong in the faith or know that we are strong or maybe stronger than some others, what should we do? 1- We should bear with the failings of the weak 2- We should please our neighbor for his good 3- We should accept one another

INTRO.- We who are strong. I’ve always been interested in strength and strong men. I guess that’s a boy thing. ILL.- I first became interested in strong men by watching Superman on TV. That was the old Superman, George Reeves and by today’s standards he wasn’t much of a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Like A Child

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 30, 2014

A child's perspective of God. An advent series - 4 of 4

Faith Like a Child - 4 My God Can Do Anything December 22, 2013 For the past 3 weeks we’ve been looking at what it means to have the faith of a child. We’ve talked about the fact that a child would say My God is With Me My God is For Me My God Forgives Me And as we look at the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28-37

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing God’s Call Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 20, 2011

We hear God’s call and many times we ignore it. We hear it again and put it off. But what is God calling us to do?

You may not be familiar with his name, but you all are familiar with his accomplishment. Kemmons Wilson started working when he was just a boy of seven years old selling magazines. As a teenager he first worked for a cotton broker and then for a variety of different businesses. Kemmons was an ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Christian Church

The Nevertheless Of His Surrendering Series

Contributed by Steve Wilson on Jun 6, 2012

This is the third sermon in a series about Jesus being The Great Nevertheless. He keeps wonderfully surprising us. Using the Lord’s "nevertheless" statement in the KJV we get a delightful glimpse of our awesome Savior.

THE NEVERTHELESS OF HIS SURRENDERING Matthew 26:36-46 “Oh My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.” (verse 39) Introduction • Peggy Haymes wrote the following poem entitled Good Friday Gossip He never did things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Baptist

Evidence Of The Resurrection - The Scriptures (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 9, 2013

A Sermon examining the reality that the Scriptures prove that Jesus is alive.

EVIDENCE OF THE RESURRECTION EXHIBIT B: THE SCRIPTURES (PART 1) I Corinthians 15:1-2 The Bible was written over a period of about 1,500 years by some forty different authors. Some were Prophets, some were Apostles, and some were faithful servants who served the Lord in various other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Injustice Series

Contributed by Eldon Reich on Sep 13, 2004

Helps Christians deal with the injustices of life.

DEALING WITH INJUSTICE- MURDER IN THE VINEYARD 1 Kings 21:1-16 We have looked at dealing with desperate situations And dealing with disappointments of life. Today we want to look injustice. Murder in the vineyard. Injustice defined implies unjust treatment of another or a violation of one’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Moving Ahead For Our Master

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 7, 2007

Our greatest goal as a church must be to grow. How can we move ahead for our Master? God’s Word gives us 6 great answers in these verses.

Moving Ahead for Our Master Acts 20:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Nov. 28, 2007 *This morning I sent out a letter to all of our church families about the great Christmas season we should have this year. It should be one of our best Christmases ever. Of course we will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

It’s Not Just Any Old Name

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Nov 19, 2010

God's name is holy and should be treated with reverence.

"You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God, for the Lord will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name." One of the toughest things for me is to visit in jails and prisons. I don’t know why this makes me so nervous. But, there is something about being in a prison among people ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Amazing Grace

Contributed by Segun Omole on Aug 19, 2010

The bible is filled with so many stories that would win the Oscar at any time. I know everybody loves a wonderful story. If not then why is Hollywood so rich? Why do people keep buying movies that have almost the same story lines? Little wonder that the b

Amazing Grace Text: Hosea 1: 1-3:5 The bible is filled with so many stories that would win the Oscar at any time. I know everybody loves a wonderful story. If not then why is Hollywood so rich? Why do people keep buying movies that have almost the same story lines? Little wonder that the bible ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

All Churched Out Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 8, 2013

Malachi’s message is addressed to the priests who served/ministered in the Temple under the old covenant. In the new covenant in Christ, all believers are priests!

“All Churched Out” Malachi Series Pt. 3 July 7, 2013 Introduction A Malachi’s message is addressed to the priests who served/ministered in the Temple under the old covenant. 1 In the new covenant in Christ, all believers are priests! a 1 Peter 2:9 (NASB) 9 But you are A CHOSEN ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

Provisions For Survival Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Oct 14, 2008

A reminder to the family of God that as God’s elect, God has provided His provisions for survival. 4 Supplies for survival: A Living Hope, An Invaluable Inheritance, A Precious Faith, and An Inexpressible Joy. Provisions to carry us through life’s tria

Introduction I profess that I DO NOT like to watch the TV show, “Survivor”. I admit the concept, though with I’m sure some exaggerations, is pretty cool! It seems as 16 people are dumped out in the middle of nowhere with no food or water and have to figure out a way to survive on their own. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

Pray Like David Pray Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Feb 4, 2017

Psalms 17

PRAY LIKE DAVID PRAY (PSALM 17) A woman who had been bitten by a dog and was advised by her physician to write her last wishes, as she might succumb to hydrophobia. She spent so long with pencil and paper that the doctor finally remarked something about how long the will would be. “What will?” she ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 17:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible