Sermons on Donna Patton:

"David - The Price Of Success" Part 2 Of 12 Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on May 23, 2003

As we continue our series on the life of David, how does God spell Success? What’s His formula? God(Preparation + Opportunity) = Success Success is “Doing God’s will, accomplished God’s way, for God’s glory!”

Pastor Dave Martin, Cross Creek Community Church, May 25, 2003 “David – The Price of Success” Part 2 1Sam 16 (Be reading & studying 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles, 1Kings 1-2) Review from last week: · Prerequisite for God’s blessing is being a person after God’s own heart! · Proof of having a Godly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Bible Church

The Day Of Visitation (Palm Sunday 2019)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 26, 2022

The display that they gave Jesus in His triumphal entry proved to be superficial over the next few days. They praised Him at the beginning of the week and voted for His crucifixion on Friday of that same week.

THE DAY OF VISITATION Text: Luke 19:28-44 In his book Strengthening Your Grip, Charles Swindoll made an interesting observation that is probably not so easily perceived very often---the difference between discipleship and prophecy. He said,"Christians all around the world will line up to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: United Methodist

Funeral Service: Elderly Christian Man

Contributed by George Crumbly on Aug 28, 2005

A Funeral message for an elderly Christian man. (My Grandfather)

FUNERAL SERVICE: Christian Elderly Man by George Crumbly Service for O.B. McGill (My Grandfather) March 12, 2002 Lake Wales Florida Church of the Nazarene Ecclesiastes 4:7-12 I count it an honor, a privledge, a blessing to stand before you today and bring this message for my Grandfather O.B. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:7-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Parousia

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 16, 2013

An explanation of the events of 1 Thessalonians 4

Parousia 1 Thess. 4:13-17 I want to preach on my favorite passage... The Parousia, the rapture, the second coming. The KJV uses the phrase, "I would not have you to be ignorant..." I never liked that translation because I took "Ignorant" as an insult... like stupid. Then I discovered that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Intimacy

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Mar 3, 2010

The advances that there have been in the scientific realm have sparked numerous debates and arguments over the Bible and whether or not science has well and truly killed God. As we have searched into biology, physics, and chemistry have we unlocked truths

Intimacy is defined in the dictionary as a close, familiar, and usually affectionate or loving personal relationship with another person or group, a close association with or detailed knowledge or deep understanding. In this prayer that Jesus offers to God in John, before he is arrested, He goes ...read more

Scripture: John 17:21-22

Not Your Typical Sabbath Worship

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 1, 2021

Jesus launched his ministry at the synagogue in Capernaum. The people present were amazed and astounded by the encounter. Are you amazed and astounded when you encounter Jesus?

January 31, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 1:21-28 Not Your Typical Sabbath Worship Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. What do you expect when you attend a worship service? We have certain expectations of what ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016

Part 1 of a series on the supernatural aspects of our Christian walk.

WINNING THE SPIRITUAL WAR Supernatural, Part 1 This is the first week of our series “Supernatural”. Some of you are saying, “Are we going to become weird, now?” Okay, ushers, if you would bring forward the poisonous snakes up front…. joking… I promise ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Le Bon Samaritain

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Aug 29, 2003

This french sermon is to help young people, non believer to draw close Jesus. He is always present in you life even you leave church for any reasons ! Jesus wants to save you my friend !

LE BON SAMARITAIN Lecture Luc 10/25-37. INTRODUCTION : Un docteur de la Loi voulu tester Jésus, il le connaissait l’entendait parler, et là il a voulu le coincer. «Mais lui, voulant se justifier, dit à Jésus: Et qui est mon prochain?» v.29. Jésus lui donna une illustration pour réponse. Quand il ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Random Acts Of Kindness

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 8, 2003

Uses Biblical story of the Sheep and the Goats to talk about the way to live out kindness and love in life. Presents three stories of "random acts of kindness" done by people.

Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let me tell you a true story about kindness between two very different people who lived far away from one another: Beverly Powell (no relation), a cleaning lady from New Mexico, read a story in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Lutheran

Dealing With Idiots And Other Difficult People

Contributed by Jim Miller on Aug 24, 2002

Christ had to deal with difficult people in His own inner circle. How did He deal with them? And how does He deal with us?

Dealing With Idiots and Other Difficult People Romans 12.18 "If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone." INTRODUCTION. Do you have some difficult people in your world? A. I’ll bet you have some difficult people in your life too. A ... 1. SHERMAN TANK for a boss ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Parents "Rewedding"

Contributed by Lyle Asbill on Dec 22, 2007

This was the service in honor of my parents 50th wedding annivesary where they renewed their vows.

Who brings these two, who after fifty years want to declare that their only regret is that God has not promised fifty more but also that their greatest joy is being able to look forward to walking hand in hand for eternity? (in unison “We Do”) (Assume our positions on the platform) Let us ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Good Old-Fashioned Handshake

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

Ecclesiastes 5 5 Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay. We live in a society today that requires a lot of paper work. It used to be that all it took was a good old-fashioned handshake and that was how yo

Ecclesiastes 5 5 Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay. We live in a society today that requires a lot of paper work. It used to be that all it took was a good old-fashioned handshake and that was how you sealed the deal. Mr. Mahan that lives next ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hands Of Jesus

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 15, 2006

The hands of our Lord speaks of the entire ministry.

Our Web Site: cbcbedford.com ------------------------- The HANDS OF JESUS JOHN 20:27 Pilot in the ending of John Gospel said, "Behold the man" What a contrast from what John the Baptist said in the beginning of the gospel, "Behold! the Lamb of God." B. We want to BEHOLD THE MAN CHRIST ...read more

Scripture: John 20:27

Denomination: Baptist

“a Dress Rehearsal For Our Destiny” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 21, 2014

When Jesus returns, what a day of celebration it will be!

The Bible says there are no marriages in Heaven. I’ll recognize Donna as having been my wife on Earth, but we won’t be married in Heaven. “At the resurrection, people will neither marry nor be given in marriage; they will be like the angels in heaven.” - Matthew 22:30 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And Toxic People

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 8, 2009

How does Jesus deal with toxic people?

Jesus and Toxic People June 7, 2009 Matthew 26:17-30 – Last supper John 13:1-17 – Foot Washing A few weeks ago it seemed that almost everyone who I sat down and talked with were dealing with “toxic” people in their lives. Weeks like that are like “discernment for dummies” for me. I ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: *other