Sermons on Dr Bishara:

Words Chiseled In Stone

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 30, 2008

Words chiseled in stone are for remembering. Jesus said I’m coming back - Stay Awake! This message underlines why.

33Beware, keep alert; for you do not know when the time will come. 34It is like a man going on a journey, when he leaves home and puts his slaves in charge, each with his work, and commands the doorkeeper to be on the watch. 35Therefore, keep awake—for you do not know when the master of the house ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: United Methodist

The Joy-Filled Shepherds (Pastor Glenys) Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Dec 14, 2008

In a ‘slow motion moment’, black and white turns to living color! The boring brilliant! The mundane becomes magnificent!

O – ordinary R – routine D – dull I – inferior N – normal A – average R – repetitive Y – yawn These words, along with a few others of like kind, could be used to describe an evening with the shepherds. Nothing ‘too much’ happened out in the fields while the shepherds kept watch. There may ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Salvation Army

Advent With Handel's Messiah 6 Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 5, 2009

Jesus bears our sorrows and covers our sin

New Years Sunday January 4, 2009 Christmas with the Messiah Songs 23-26 Isaiah 53:3-6 Rachel’s email Some of you may have heard that we are experiencing severe trials in our Haitian Village. A Mob of Dominicans went in Sunday night and ran families out of their homes, threatened their lives and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-6

Denomination: *other

Breaking The Brat Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Aug 13, 2008

God loves brats. God has placed the responsibility of breaking the brats in the hands of parents. Here’s how we can break the brat!

God loves brats! I came across this list of what another parent had learned . . . 1) There is no such thing as child proofing your home. 2) Baseballs make marks on the ceiling. 3) You should not throw baseballs up when the ceiling fan is on. 4) A ceiling fan can hit a baseball a long way. 5) ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

In The Mornings /Take With Food Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2011

HOW WE BEGIN EACH DAY SPIRITUALLY HAS A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON OUR SPIRITUAL HEALTH.

In the Mornings /Take with Food January 16th, 2011 Ephesians 3:14-19 INTRODUCTION Most of us begin the day wi breakfast. What do you prefer? Mom was Right! Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for everyone. Many studies have found ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Prayer Keys - Submission Series

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Jan 9, 2012

Jesus often prayed privately. When he said, “Not my will, but thy will be done.” He did not get what he wanted, but he got what he needed. He had the strength to face what was to come. The time to choose submission is now. If we wait, we may not desire to

“Going a little farther, he fell with his face to the ground and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will.” Matthew 26:39 Our list of prayer keys uses Matthew 26:39 as the text for submission. I generally use the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Baptist

Condemned? Condoned? Forgiven!

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Jul 8, 2014

We can’t overlook or diminish the reality of sin and its consequences, but we can rest in God’s forgiveness of all our sins.

Introduction A. A huge thanks to my Sunday School class for the lively discussion last week which made the preparation of this sermon extremely easy and hopefully timely. B. Dr. Chris Thurman, in his book The Lies We Believe, tells the story of Jill. 1. Jill had been a Christian for a long time, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Alone, Faith Alone, Scripture Alone

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Oct 22, 2009

A sermon for Reformation Sunday, October -2009 It focuses on the these listed in the title.

Reformation Sunday October 25, 2009 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you are the Creator of the universe, the very author and giver of life here on earth. We owe you our humble obedience, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-28

Denomination: Lutheran

A Committed Christian Appeals To An Unbelieving World” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 24, 2014

What made the early believers so effective in sharing their faith?

In Matthew 5:13-15, Jesus says His followers are to be “salt” and “light” in the world. Just as salt makes one thirsty, the testimony of Christ followers is to create a thirst in the hearts of those who do not know Him. And, just as light helps us see things clearly, the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:42

Denomination: Baptist

What Makes A Good Father?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 19, 2012

Being a good father is more than just bringing home a paycheck and meeting the physical needs of your children. It’s not enough just be a good father by the world’s standards; fathers need to be the spiritual leaders in their homes.

What Makes a Good Father Proverbs 17:6 When asked what is a good father? One replier said, “A good father is one who provides and is always there when the child needs him.” 1 Timothy 5:8 tells us “… if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:6

Denomination: Baptist

A Raising To The Occasion Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 2, 2012

Jesus calims to be God by declaring that he is the Resurrection and the Life (John 11.25).

1. Searching for Life There is a legend of a Fountain of Youth believed to be in Florida. The legend has different variations of regaining one's youth. Some say must you drink the water, while others suggest if you bathe in the water it will restore your youth. Some records date back to the 15th ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hell Fire, Judgment Or Mercy?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 7, 2016

Is there something worse about Hell than the flames?

Many are concerned about Hell fire. It bothers them that God would make the unsaved suffer for their sins. My personal perspective is that the flames are not the worst part of Hell and may actually be an act of mercy. People are amazingly resilient ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:14

Denomination: Baptist

God's Inexpressible Love

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Oct 10, 2017

Psalm 103 is a love story; one that reveals the Benefits of God's Love, the Nature of God's Love, and our Response to God's Love

In his book, Mortal Lessons: Notes on the Art of Surgery, Dr. Richard Selzer tells of his experience as a witness to the magnificence of love at a most difficult time in his surgical career: “I stand by the bed where a young woman lies, her face postoperative, her mouth twisted in palsy, clownish. ...read more

Denomination: Other

Togetherness Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017

How does the Christmas story remind us about the value of relationships? When relationships get difficult, Jesus brings us together. When we feel isolated, Jesus brings us together. When Jesus brings us together, that is something to be treasured.

December 18 Togetherness Luke 2:1-20 How does the Christmas story remind us about the value of relationships? 1. When relationships get difficult, Jesus brings us together 2:1-5 (on screen) Matthew 1:18-21 2. When we feel isolated, Jesus brings us together 2:6-15 (on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

(How To Handle The Trials Of Life)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 26, 2017

PAUL GIVES US A SPIRITUAL PERSCRIPTION ON HOW TO HANDLE THE TRIALS OF LIFE YOU SEE MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS PAUL HAS EXPERIENCE HIS FAIR SHARE OF TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS

Romans 8:18 (KJV) 18 For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. 28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. 31 What shall we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist