Sermons on Earthly Copies:

A Christian Is... An Imitator Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 9, 2015

Jesus is our example suggests 3 facts (Material adapted from Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is..., Chapter 8, pgs. 121- 131; Outline taken from Earl Kimbrough at: http://www.truthmagazine.com/archives/volume38/GOT038302.html)

HoHum: Have children come up front and do Children’s Minute with them: Have you ever watched the original Disney “Peter Pan” movie? In the movie, the children sing a song and play a game called "Following the Leader." Following the leader, the leader, the leader
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Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Good Man

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 1, 2013

This is a funeral service for an older believer in our congregation. He was indeed a good man and an encourager as was the bible character, Barnabas.

Song – How Great Thou Art “Let not your hearts be troubled; believe in God, believe also in me. 2 In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? 3 And when I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:24-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Can I Say Thanks?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 27, 2011

Psalm 107:8 says, “Oh that men would give thanks to the LORD for His goodness, And for His wonderful works to the children of men!" How can we say thanks to God who has so greatly blessed our lives? Let me give you five ways to express your thanks to God.

How Can I Say Thanks? 2 Corinthians 9:15 Psalm 107:8 says, “Oh that men would give thanks to the LORD for His goodness, And for His wonderful works to the children of men!" How can we say thanks to God who has so greatly blessed our lives? Let ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Baptist

What A Wonderful Change!

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 5, 2012

When Jesus Christ comes into a life the Bible declares he is a new creature – literally he is a new unprecedented creation of God. The old, those things that characterized his pre-Christ life, have been shed for a new life in Christ.

“What a Wonderful Change!” 2 Corinthians 5:17 Introduction: One of my favorite hymns was written by an Ohio minister Rufus Henry McDaniel; who penned the words to this hymn after the death of his year old son Herschel. He wrote this song to remind himself and others of the importance ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

In His Majesty’s Service

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 11, 2012

As Christians, we have been called to be part of the Lord’s army. We need to realize that we have been given both the privilege and honor of being in His Majesty service.

In His Majesty’s Service 2 Timothy 2:1-4 Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. (2) And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also. (3) Thou therefore endure ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Bearing His Image

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 8, 2013

Romans tells us that God has redeemed us and predestined us to bear the likeness of Christ reflecting His holiness, His Heart, and His glory. The likeness of the Son of God is to be borne in the lives of His true followers.

Bearing His Image Romans 8:24-34 On a wall near the main entrance to the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, is a portrait with the following inscription: "James Butler Bonham--no picture of him exists. This portrait is of his nephew, Major James Bonham, deceased, who greatly resembled his uncle. It is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:24-34

Denomination: Baptist

Soul Food Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 18, 2010

Basic sermon on how to grow in Christ- Keep feeding on the milk of the Word (1 Peter 1:22-2:3)

Sermon for 10/17/2010 1 Peter 2:1-3 Soul Food HoHum: Have children come up front. Do you see this cooler? This is what I used to take to work when I preached in NC and when I worked for a time at Wal Mart. My wife, Crystal, would put my lunch in it. Let's see what I have for lunch today. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Waqlking And Swimming"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 7, 2011

A sermon about the importance of keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus.

Matthew 14:22-36 “Walking and Swimming” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org This morning we talked about the feeding of the 5,000 which happened right before our Gospel Lesson for this evening. And it is probably safe to say ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: United Methodist

A Call To Adventure

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 17, 2011

The call of Christianity is a call to adventure, an exciting undertaking , offering a remarkable experience and reward.

A Call to Adventure Matthew 19:16-30 The Call of Christianity Introduction: The call of Christianity is a call to adventure. Adventure is defined as an exciting and uncertain undertaking attended by risk and peril, offering a remarkable experience and/or reward. Quite often an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Denomination: Baptist

Scientific Accuracy Of The Bible Series

Contributed by John Wright on Mar 19, 2010

The scientific accuracy of the bible proves it to come from God and to also prove the bible to be more important and superior than all other books and here we will discuss the scientific necessity for chemical substances to be measured in exact proportion

INTRODUCTION 1. Please open your bible to Isaiah 40:12. 2. Katherine Noble, a staff writer for the Daily Texan Austin, Texas Paper wrote Tuesday, March 9, 2010 UTSA atheist group receives widespread attention for its ‘smut’ exchange. The fourth annual “Smut for Smut” ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Would Jesus Find If He Returned To Earth Today?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 26, 2010

A reflection on Christ's question asking ourselves, “What would Jesus find if He returned to Earth for His bride today?”

What would Jesus find if He returned to Earth today? Luke 18:1-8 Jesus Christ instructed His disciples in the school of prayer. He taught that a believer must have a persistent enduring faith we he or she prays. He gave the example of a widow’s persistent faith in coming before ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Perfect Harmony

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 29, 2009

. The church is called by God as a body of different members of every size, shade, shape, and temperament to blend together in perfect harmony to deliver the beautiful music of the Divine Composer.

PERFECT HARMONY ROMANS 12:16 Introduction: In music harmony is the blending of simultaneous sounds of different pitch or quality, making chords pleasing to the ear. Harmony is a pleasing or congruent combination of elements in a whole. Harmony is not the playing of a singular note but of different ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Benefit Of God's Word

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Jan 6, 2009

How many times do we take God’s precious Word for granted?

The Benefit of God’s Word – 4th January 2009 pm The Wonder of the Bible 1. The wonder of its formation-the way in which it grew-one of the mysteries of time. 2. The wonder of its unification-a library of 66 books, yet one Book. 3. The wonder of its age-the most ancient of all books. 4. The wonder ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Watching World Wants To Know

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 12, 2009

The world wanted to know – Who Jonah was? Who did he belong to? What was he doing? What was he doing to them? Why was he sleeping at the worst time? Like Jonah, the world watches the believer and wants to know the same thing.

THE WATCHING WORLD WANTS TO KNOW JONAH 1:1-17 Then they said to him, “Please tell us! For whose cause is this trouble upon us? What is your occupation? And where do you come from? What is your country? And of what people are you?” Jonah’s ministry took place in the 8th century B.C. – sometime ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes The Judge!

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 20, 2013

When Christ returns He will return as our Lord and our Redeemer. But when Christ returns, He also will being returning as our Judge. You and I need to understand the reality, the reason, and the result of standing before Christ and His judgment seat.

Here Comes the Judge 2 Corinthians 5:6-12 Heaven is a free gift that cannot be earned or deserved. But when we get to heaven, we will be judged on the basis of the life we live after coming to Christ. Jesus Christ is returning to call His bride to be with Him in fulfillment of the promise that He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-12

Denomination: Baptist