Sermons on Edge Of The Sword:

God’s Revelation To Moses

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Sep 8, 2010

Imagine you’re taking a walk on a lonely hillside on a hot summer day.... A furze bush catches fire, but instead of burning up it just keeps on ,,, burning! That,,that would take your attention and make you think, “What’s going on? Is s

God’s Revelation to Moses Exodus 3:1-3:15 Imagine you’re taking a walk on a lonely hillside on a hot summer day.... A furze bush catches fire, but instead of burning up it just keeps on ,,, burning! That,,that would take your attention and make you think, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Denomination: Apostolic

Grace: It’s All God Series

Contributed by Rob Jansons on Sep 14, 2010

This is the summary sermon where I finally reveal that this series covers the same material that is often called the "5 Points of Calvinism." It emphasizes God's grace and that our faith response is us just showing up and accepting what Jesus has already

Today is the wrap up sermon of our winter sermon series. Sadly, though, it is still winter. We have been talking about salvation for five weeks. Today I want to review a bit and maybe tie some loose ends together. This concept is really important: that we understand our salvation so that we value ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Grow Up! (Part Two)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 21, 2010

How can I tell if I’m spiritually mature?

GROW UP! (Part Two) Why should I grow? Why is it important for us to focus on spiritual maturity? One reason is so I can know God’s will. Progressing in spiritual maturity will enable me to discern God’s will and it will allow me to approve of God’s will. I will see that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Sailors Tale

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 26, 2010

This is a first person narrative telling the story of Jonah

September 19 is International Talk Like a Pirate Day, honest it really is www.talklikeapirateday.com. And it seemed like too good an opportunity to pass up. This is the a repeat of the message I preached last time it fell on a Sunday. We started with a clip from the Veggie Tales Jonah Movie which ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

The God Who Is There Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 3, 2010

Science recently found the 1st and smallest planet they think "might" have water and possible life. But their discovery’s weaknesses only highlight the uniqueness of the world God created for us. Why did God create our world, and what does that mean to us

OPEN: Back in London’s Hyde Park in the 1940’s, there was a “”Speaker’s Corner” where different people could speak in the open air. One of the regular speakers there was a Catholic author and publisher named Frank Sheed. On one particular day, Sheed had spoken on the beauty and majesty of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Partner In The Work Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Oct 4, 2010

God provides for those with faith to partner in the work of the Gospel.

Scripture Introduction In his bestselling book, How To Win Friends and Influence People, Dale Carnegie explains that when he met a businessman for the first time, he asked which sign of the Zodiac he was born under. Almost none of the guys knew, so Carnegie would ask the day of his birth so he ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fly Me To The Moon Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Oct 12, 2010

Introduction to the book of Genesis, the key word being Existence.

Intro: 1. "Fly Me to the Moon" a song written by Bart Howard and made popular by Frank Sinatra. "Fly me to the moon And let me sing among the stars, Let me see what spring is like On Jupiter and Mars; In other words, hold my hand; In other ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Ba Christian Vs Cultural Christian

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 8, 2012

Cultural Christianity means to pursue the God we want instead of the God who is. It is the tendency to be shallow in our understanding of God, wanting Him to be more of a gentle grandfather type who pampers us and lets us have our own way. It is sensing a

Opening illustration: Throughout our life, Maureena and I have been exposed to a number of cultures but we have yielded to none, not even the one that we were born in. The weaning process takes a longer time for some than others. The impact that the culture has in the church in America is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Right Attitude About God’s Word

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 23, 2012

God’s word is sown in us to grow, but we must cultivate it for it to produce.

Mark 4:1-4:20 March 25, 2012 Morning Worship Text: Mark 4:1-20 Subject: Faith Title: The Right Attitude About God’s Word I can’t seem to get away from the theme of revival in the church. Every time I go to prayer that is the one thing that is on my heart to pray about. On Friday mornings when ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From The Penthouse To The Outhouse Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 24, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke 9: 18 – 22

Luke 9: 18 – 22 From the Penthouse To The Outhouse 18 And it happened, as He was alone praying, that His disciples joined Him, and He asked them, saying, “Who do the crowds say that I am?” 19 So they answered and said, “John the Baptist, but some say Elijah; and others say ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Shape Up Or . . .

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 19, 2011

Amos sends Israel a clear message from God: you are not meeting my standards, and I am about to cut you off.

Good morning. I am special correspondent Shinon Byorus for the Mesopotamian News Network, coming to you live from Bethel in Israel, where controversy has been stirring for months around the inflammatory rhetoric from the prophet Amos, who appeared some time ago from Judea with a very harsh message ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:7-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Always Dependant On God

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 2, 2011

We must learn to trust God instead of our own efforts for all things.

July 3, 2011 Morning Worship Text: Psalm 121:1-8 Subject: Independence Day Title: Always Dependent On God Welcome everyone to Palmyra First Assembly on this Sunday before we celebrate our Independence. We are blessed to be able to say we live in the greatest nation on the face of the earth ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Path Of Wisdom & Life Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 7, 2011

In the Book of Proverbs, the words "path" & "way" (& their plurals) are found nearly 100 times. It is while we walk with God that we learn to enjoy the blessings of God.

PROVERBS 2:9-22 THE PATH OF WISDOM AND LIFE A newspaper cartoon shows an AUTOMOBILE BALANCING PRECARIOUSLY over the edge of a cliff, with an embarrassed husband at the wheel and his disgusted wife sitting next to him. Meekly, he says to his wife, "Honey, there's got to be a lesson here ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:9-22

Denomination: Baptist

Between The Devil And The Deep Red Sea Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 24, 2011

In this sermon, we learn some important things about what to do when we find ourselves in a predicament.

Introduction: A. Have you ever heard the phrase: “between the devil and the deep blue sea”? 1. Wikipedia says that the phrase “between the devil and the deep blue sea” is an idiom meaning a dilemma—i.e., to choose between two undesirable situations (equivalent to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Servant, My Chosen One Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Jul 24, 2011

The servant who will bring justice to the nations.

I really enjoy DESIGN and construction. Civil Engineering. Lost assignment (but don’t tell the outcome). I know that when we build a home there are THREE things needed: foundation, brick walls and a roof. Just can’t have a house with foundation, walls and a roof. Here’s a picture ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed