Sermons on Eleven:

Modern Idolatry (2) Series

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Aug 30, 2010

"...punishing the children for the sin of the fathers to the third and fourth generation of those who hate me, but showing love to a thousand of generations of those who love me and keep my commandments". Three-four generation vs. a thousand of generatio

ILL. A certain credit card company has a commercial set in the board room of some international corporation. A merger is in progress. The CEO says: everything is set to be finalized on the 28th. The janitor, who happened to sweep around, turns & says, "Sorry, I’m only available on the 12th. There ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Magic Number

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Oct 13, 2017

This is a sermon about the dangers of un-forgiveness and why we should forgive others. Feel free to use my personal story that is in this sermon.

There was a married couple that had many disagreements and heated arguments, but somehow the wife always stayed cool, calm and collected. One day her husband brought this to light and stated “When I get mad you, how come you never fight back, how do you control your anger so well?” The wife said: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Careful What You Imitate

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Nov 17, 2024

You have to be careful who and what you imitate. The results could be deadly. In life there are good examples and bad examples. People need to choose between the two. But even with warnings against bad examples, some people just don't seem to learn.

Alba 11-17-2024 BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU IMITATE III John 9-14 In the late 1990s, aspiring actor and writer Johnny Knoxville had moved from Knoxville, Tennessee to Los Angeles, California, and landed work in commercials in order to support his wife and infant daughter. Among his ideas was one to ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tangible Verses Intangible Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 11, 2023

What is it that God wants you to do with the one life he has given you? The life you have is a gift but will not be all it can be without your journeying into the unknown.

Tangible verses Intangible. Abraham set free to be blessed and a blessing! Genesis 17:1-10 and 17:15-22. We carry on today with number two sermon of this four-part sermon series “Steadfast.” The verse that sort of ties the series together is Psalm 16:8 “I have set the LORD always before me: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-10, Joshua 24:2, Genesis 12:1-3, Matthew 7:14, Hebrews 11:1-40, Genesis 17:15-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

An Easter Evening, Long Ago

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 6, 2024

It was on that Easter Sunday evening, long ago, that the disciples became certain of the fact that Jesus rose bodily from the dead. We need, also, to be sure of our faith as well.

An Easter Evening, Long Ago Luke 24:33–43 NKJV So they rose up that very hour and returned to Jerusalem, and found the eleven and those who were with them gathered together, saying, “The Lord is risen indeed, and has appeared to Simon!” And they told about the things that had happened on the road, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:33-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Daunting Disappointment Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 9, 2024

Study of the life of Joseph. Series is based on my own study of Scripture as well as reading various books and sermons on the topic over the years.

WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS: DAUNTING DISAPPOINTMENT A. We have been following the life of Joseph for the past few weeks in a series I’ve titled: “WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS”. 1. Thus far we have seen some of the PITS that Joseph has found himself in, not only in a literal PIT but… a. The PIT of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Distressing Delay Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 9, 2024

Study of the life of Joseph. Series is based on my own study of Scripture as well as reading various books and sermons on the topic over the years.

WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS: DISTRESSING DELAY A. We are continuing our study on the Life of Joseph in a series I’ve titled: “When Life is the Pits.” 1. I chose this title because of the many DIFFICULTIES and PROBLEMS that Joseph had experienced in his young life. He ENDURED one PIT after ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Dream To You Is A Nightmare To Others PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 16, 2024

This sermon explores understanding and applying God's Word, focusing on Joseph's dreams, the importance of discretion, and demonstrating humility in our lives.

Ladies and Gentlemen, Brothers and Sisters, welcome. I am so grateful to see each and every one of you gathered here today, united in the sweet fellowship of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We gather here, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as a family, bound by the unbreakable bonds of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-11

Topics: Secrecy, Confidentiality

Watch Your Weakness

Contributed by Joel Carwile on Feb 1, 2001

Dealing with our weaknesses before we are destroyed by them.

Watch Your Weakness One weakness can destroy you. Your refusal to recognize it guarantees your destruction. Recognition of your dominant weakness can save you a thousand nights of tears, failure and devastation. Things that begin small can become huge. Your weakness is a like a living ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Appears

Contributed by Mark Haines on Apr 13, 2001

A “Pastoral Care Intervention” that confronts our tendency to live as though Jesus is not present or relevant.

Text: Luke 24:13-35 Title: When Jesus Appears Series: Lent 2001 Topic: Jesus/Christian Living Theme: Living in Jesus’ Presence Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to ask Jesus to make himself real to them so that he can reveal himself to others ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13

Denomination: Wesleyan

How Prayer Moves Leaders

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

If you really want to have a powerful influence in the life of your leaders, learn how to fervently pray for them.

How Prayer Moves Leaders (Acts 18:12-17) Illustration:Eleven leaders of conservative renewal movements, representing eight groups from within six Protestant denominations, pooled common concerns at a third annual meeting. Conference convener Matthew J. Welde, of Presbyterians United for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking Deadly Cycles

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

One of the devils greatest tools against the children of God is get us caught in deadly cycles, this message will help you break those cycles for good.

3Ye have compassed this mountain long enough: turn you northward. (KJV) we find here that, God affords us some training time in the wilderness. The inference here is also that God knows that our tendency is to fall or slip into a state of wandering (moving without vision, without passion and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:3, Deuteronomy 2:3-4, Deuteronomy 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Resurrection Appearance: Seeing Jesus On The Emmaus Road (Lesson 2)

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 4, 2003

Series: Resurrection Appearance

WHY WE DON’T SEE THE LORD: LUKE 24:13-35 "Jesus himself began walking with them, but they were blinded and could not recognize Him" (Luke 24:15-16 ELT). Busy on our journey. "Two of them went that same day (Sunday) to a village called Emmaus" (24:13). Concerned about home. "They drew nigh unto ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

Preservation In The Midst Of Persecution Series

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Sep 26, 2002

The Church at Smyna

PRESERVATION IN THE MIDST OF PERSECUTION REV. 2: 8-11 I. INTRODUCTION WHEREVER WE GO AND WHATEVER WE DO, EVIL IS ALWAYS LURKING IN THE VICINITY. YES MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS, PERSECUTION IS PREVALENT AND PRESENT. THERE ARE THOSE OF THE WORLD WHO SEEK TO DISHONOR, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Tale Of Two Kings

Contributed by Maurice Brown on Jun 16, 2001

Comparisons between King David and King Jesus

INTRODUCTION A. Meet two great kings today 1. One is David, the second King of Israel 2. The Other is Jesus Christ, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords B. Some remarkable similarities between these two Kings 1. David was a man after God’s own heart - no other king like him ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ