Sermons on Drastic:

Being Alert To What God Is Saying Series

Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015

It describes how the life of Elisha is ap[plicable to us

This is the 15th and penultimate sermon in series on Elisha. The episodes are particularly bloodthirsty – as they are in scripture, we cannot avoid it. We will look at: 1. Listening before we speak 2. The people we speak to 3. The consequences 1. Listening before we speak God ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Breaking Bad: Decisions

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Aug 25, 2015

Samson's is a tragic story of bad decisions and their consequences.

Walter White is the main character in the AMC series Breaking Bad. High school chemistry teacher turned drug king-pin of New Mexico. As the 5-season series begins, we learn that Walter has cancer, no money, not long to live and a pregnant wife. It’s easy to become sympathetic to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:23-31

Denomination: Methodist

Flour Series

Contributed by Paul Basehore on Oct 13, 2015

A complete transformation is necessary for us to continue living in Christ.

Several years ago I read a story online about a young man who had a bad crush on a girl in his school. The problem was, this young man was not popular. He was small and kind of wimpy, and the popular kids in school refused to hang out with him for these reasons. The young lady he was crushing on, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18, 2 Corinthians 5:17-18, Psalm 51:5, John 6:26-35, John 12:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Horns Or Halos?

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 31, 2014

Being a Christian doesn’t mean we’re actually acting like a Christian. At work, at home, in our marriage, with our kids, with the needy – do they perceive us as having Halos or Horns?

HORNS OR HALOS? Deut. 30:19 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: A butcher joke 1. Bubba walks into ‘Hal Mitchum Butchers’, goes over to Hal and says, "So, Hal, I hear that you’re something of a betting man." "Yes," replies Hal. 2. "Well," says Bubba, "You’re a tall man, so I bet ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Case Of The Missing Silver Cup Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Apr 30, 2014

God uses strange ways to speak/hearts of people

Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church March 9th 2014 Gen. 44 Joseph series #10 THE CASE OF THE MISSING SILVER CUP Intro: God uses strange ways to speak/hearts of people. • Bible/filled/story/story/God used unusual methods • Unusual means/get/attention of certain people. God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

Guide Me With Your Counsel

Contributed by David Simpson on May 17, 2016

God changes our attitude when we submit to His counsel.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church April 10, 2016 David Simpson “Guide Me With Your Counsel” SLIDE #1 Psalm 73 Faith surprised me a few years ago with a visit to the Fox Theatre to see David Copperfield, the magician. It was a fascinating show, with his slight of hand ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Christian Church

Where Are Your Passions? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Mar 6, 2014

We can have victory because God is greater than the temptation that comes our way, God has determined that we will ultimately gain victory over sin, and He is FOR US in this current struggle.

Why do I sin? In a lovers dispute in Alaska, 28 year old Gordon Druck, was charged with misdemeanor assault and second-degree felony burglary for allegedly pushing his girlfriend to the ground and later breaking into the village school where she was hiding from him. He told troopers “I ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A King Forgotten And Foretold Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 17, 2013

God is the Holy One who expects his people to be holy just as he is holy, but at the same time he’s the God of irresistible grace who forgives us and promises to defend us and protect us from all the attacks of the evil one. But we have to remain faithful

A King Forgotten It’s a tragic story isn’t it? A nation chosen, indeed created, by God to be his special possession. A nation nurtured and helped along at every point. Rescued from captivity in Egypt, given the law to direct their daily lives, given priests and kings to guide them; and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-7

Denomination: Anglican

The Spirit's Role In Conversion Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Dec 2, 2013

The Holy Spirit has a vital role in our conversion. This lesson shows how the Spirit uses His sword to convict us and to bring us to repentance.

We don’t think about the Holy Spirit’s role in our salvation enough. Whenever we think of the work of God saving us, we tend to think about Jesus' work on the cross, which is understandable. So much of the New Testament focuses on Jesus Christ and His atoning sacrifice for our sins. But ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Real Jesus Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Sep 19, 2012

"An unexamined faith is not faith... but superstition"

"An unexamined faith is not faith... but superstition" Mark 1:9-11 In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. And just as he was coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like a dove on him. And a voice ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Which Jesus Will You Unwrap This Season Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 24, 2012

This message focuses on our interacting with the "true Jesus" inside the box versus just the "outer" Jesus.

Christmas 2012 Which Jesus Will You Unwrap This Season? Scriptures: John 3:16; 14:15; 21:17; Matthew 26:7; 25; 31-40; Introduction: I have been thinking about what I should share with you this morning as most would expect to hear a message pertaining to Christ’s birth and the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Near The Cross

Contributed by Thomas Mccracken on Apr 12, 2012

According to statistics, revealed by Christianity Today, 85 percent of our country claims to be near the cross, classifiying themselves as Christian. But, being near cross may not be enough. This sermon will focus on three groups of people that were nea

Near the Cross John 14:19 Introduction: Our culture is saturated with marketing that attaches a jingle, catch phrase, or symbol to a product so that we, the consumer, make a connection by sound or sight and become loyal to a brand or company. Here are some jingle examples, please finish them if ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25

Denomination: Baptist

The Conflict Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 19, 2012

When you experience conflict as a result of following Jesus, you are not headed in the wrong direction. Instead that’s a sign you are being faithful to the Gospel.

The Conflict Matthew 10:22-25 Last week we learned if we are going to commit to following Jesus then we need to make sure we know what we’re signing up for because following Jesus can lead to pretty hazardous work. When you follow Jesus, you surrender your will, you surrender your freedom, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:22-25

Denomination: Methodist

Noah's New Beginning Series

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Mar 26, 2012

Series examines several mountain top experiences from scripture: This one is Noah's post-flood experience on the mountains of Ararat.

“Noah’s New Beginning” Scripture reading: Genesis 8:1-5 I. Welcome II. Introduction I’ve been thinking of a series of lessons on mountain top experiences for some time. There will be eight to ten of these spread out between the two testaments but I believe they can have some ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God Says

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 3, 2014

We don’t like to be told ‘no’. When we ask for something and the answer is ‘no’ we feel rejected and deprived. We walk away frustrated or sad. What about when God says 'no'? Let’s look at some examples where people had a proper response to being told no.

WHEN GOD SAYS “NO” INTRODUCTION: We don’t like to be told ‘no’. When we ask for something and the answer is ‘no’ we feel rejected and deprived. We walk away frustrated or sad. It can take the wind right out of our sails. Sometimes a ‘no’ answer ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ