Sermons on Elizabeth Cheney:

Is Baptism Necessary For Salvation?

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Jul 21, 2023

Baptism to be fully immersed in water. As the Israelites escaped Egypt through the Red Sea, our old man dies, and we are raised into newness of Life in Christ Jesus. Our old man is buried, and we live in resurrection life.

How many of us remember when we were Baptized, fully emersed in water? I remember the day I was baptized. At that time in my life, I had grown up in a church that christened Children. My parents had me christened as a child. Our church practiced infant baptism called Christening due to their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-4, Mark 16:15-16, Galatians 3:13, Romans 5:12-17, 1 Corinthians 10:1-11, Colossians 2:11-13, 1 Peter 3:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Search Party

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 21, 2023

God chooses to work through people, weak and sinful as we may be, to be the finders of the lost, the bearers of his message, the search party to find and redeem the lost ones, the captives, the hostages. We’re it, folks.

Samuel Goldwyn, the famous movie mogul who was half of Metro Goldwyn Meyer, was once criticized for not being more socially conscious in his movies, that he produced entertainment without any redeeming social importance. He replied, “If you want to send a message, use Western Union.” And he had a ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Promise Of Jesus In Simeon

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 30, 2023

Simeon is an old man who is described as “righteous and devout.” What fascinates me about him is his expectancy to see the Christ based entirely on the promise given to him by the Holy Spirit.

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org This morning, I want to take you back to a man only mentioned 1 time in the New Testament. Yet he is someone who fascinates me. Simeon is an old man described as “righteous and devout.” What fascinates me about him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Brethren

Anong Bata Ito? Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 3, 2023

Ang abang sangkatauhan ni Hesukristo na isinilang nitong unang umaga ng Pasko. Ang mapagpakumbabang sangkatauhan ni Hesus ay higit na kahanga-hanga kapag nakita mo ang kanyang Maharlikang Diyos.

Isipin na isa ka sa mga pastol sa parang na nagbabantay sa mga kawan sa gabi. Biglang nagpakita ang isang anghel ng Panginoon at ang kaluwalhatian ng Panginoon ay nagniningning sa lahat ng dako. Natatakot ka sa tanawing ito. Ang anghel ng Panginoon ay nagsasabi sa iyo na huwag matakot. Pagkatapos ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Matthew 2:6, Luke 1:30-33, Matthew 2:11, Micah 5:2, Luke 1:69-70  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready For Christmas Series

Contributed by Richard White on Mar 20, 2003

There is not much said about Joseph, husband of Mary, but what is said shows us humility and willingness to follow God.

Are you ready for Christmas Matt. 1:18-25 I suppose you have heard that question many times already. What people really mean by that is Did you finish your shopping? Did you mail out all your cards? Did you make out your calendar of where you are going and when? We call this the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Memorable Church

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 11, 2003

Thankfulness -- As Paul remembered his support by the believers in Thessalonica, and how they are part of his ministry, we also must live a life of gratitude for our support system.

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of faith, family and friendships. ------------------------------------------------------- Russell Brownworth, Pastor A Lord’s Supper Meditation August 10, 2003 1This letter is from Paul, Silas, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Lost And Found

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 15, 2007

Have you ever lost anything or been lost. It can be scary. When we find something we lost, we are ecstatic. Could we get a little excited when God finds someone?

- You remember the day, when you were walking along in the store, looking around you discover that your child you thought was following you is not and they are nowhere to be seen - You remember when you’ve gone out into the vast sea of parking stalls at night, thinking you remember exactly where ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Living By Faith - Our Only Choice

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 18, 2007

There is so much that separates, so little that unites us...Living by faith is the key.

We ourselves are Jews by birth and not Gentile sinners; yet we know that a person is justified not by the works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ. And we have come to believe in Christ Jesus, so that we might be justified by faith in Christ, and not by doing the works of the law, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Have No Fear. Jesus Brings Peace.

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Aug 9, 2002

Christmas sermon that looks at the "Fear Nots." surrounding the birth of Christ

Have No Fear. Jesus Brings Peace. Luke 1,2: Matthew 1:18-25 Intro: Compare Fear vs. Peace I. Have no fear. God answers prayer. (Luke 1:13) "Fear not, Zacharias: for thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elisabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John". A. God answers ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's Day

Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002

A Mother’s Day message based on Mary the mother of Jesus

Mother’s Day Luke 1:26-38 Introduction: Today I want us to look at Mary, God’s choice to be the mother of his Son. The Lord turned & said, "Have you read the specs on this model? She is supposed to be completely washable, but not plastic. She is to have 180 moving parts, all of them replaceable. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

God's Provisions Are Not Dependent Upon A Prosperous Economy!

Contributed by Eldron Gill on Jan 17, 2004

God can provide for our needs at all times!

God’s Provisions Are Not Dependent Upon A Prosperous Economy! Phil. 4:14-19 Illus. > There once was a man who very adamantly believed in living by faith. He believed that, so long as he prayed in Jesus’ name, believing in faith that God would provide his need, he would receive whatever he asked ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Nothing Is Impossible With God Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005

Nothing Is Impossible With God

***Start with Role Play*** 1 girl – Mary 1 girl – Mary’s Mom 1 guy – Mary’s Dad 1 guy – Joseph Mary has just found out that she is pregnant but she is still a virgin and now needs to tell her parents and boyfriend that she is pregnant. The scripture that I want to look at today can be found in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power In Weakness

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jan 6, 2006

We love power in all its forms. But amazingly, when God set out to save the world, He sent His Son in abject weakness. Could it be that this is His typical approach?

Passage: Luke 2:1-7 Intro: We live in a world in love with power. 1. we cheer for the teams who can dominate their opponent. 2. we idolize the strong, the wealthy, the winners. 3. and frankly, we find ourselves a little conflicted with how God has chosen to manifest Himself to the sinful ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Winning With People: Add Value To People Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006

It’s easy for people to talk about the great and generous things they intend to do in the future. But if they’re not being generous with what they have now, it is unlikely they will suddenly change in the future.

“Add Value to People” GENESIS 24:10-27 Rebekah and Abraham’s Servant Abraham sent his servant out to find a wife for his son, Isaac. It was a monumental task. The servant decided to choose a woman based on this principle. He wanted to find a woman who would add value to him on his journey. Such a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:10-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

Winning With People: Do For Others What They Cannot Do For Themselves Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006

Too often, we don’t do more for others because we just don’t believe it will make much difference. We’re just adding a “drop in the bucket” we say. Joseph may have had no idea how much he was changing history—but I’m glad he chose to risk and offer what

“Do for Others What They Cannot Do for Themselves” GENESIS 41 Joseph and Pharaoh Joseph was an inmate, until Pharaoh needed what he had to offer. Joseph moved from prisoner to prime minister in Egypt because he did for Pharaoh what the leader could not do for himself. His gift made him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Wesleyan