Sermons on Emptied:

Peter's Guide To Scriptual Witnessing

Contributed by Charles Trout on Apr 10, 2001

Being a Witness of Christ according to the scriptures.

1 Peter 3:8-16 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: One of the first messages that the Lord provided me was entitled “What’s Your Doctrine?” The main thought of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:5-18

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond The Veil

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jan 31, 2004

Michael W. Smith words says it all, “I coming back to the heart of worship, when it’s all about you Jesus.” Those are the words of the message this morning – the heart of worship. But instead of worshipping God in the distance, you can come up close. You

Beyond the Veil Scripture Reference: Hebrews 9:1 – 14; Matthew 27:51 Introduction Let me ask you this morning, what is the object of your affection these days? -Your husband, wife, home, automobile, increased income, yourself. In the management of your time these days who has gotten squeezed out? ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Life On Purpose

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 2, 2004

A sermon that was developed by reading some of the Purpose Driven Life, by Rick Warren.

Living With Purpose, Not Many Are Doing It. Pastor Glenn Newton June 29th, 2003 Jer. 29:11 11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. NIV Prov. 13:7 “A pretentious , showy life is an empty life; a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 13:7

Denomination: Nazarene

The Resurrection Journey To Faith

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Mary Magdalene’s world had collapsed on the crucifixion of Jesus and she came to the tomb Searching, Learning, Seeing and then Believing.

The resurrection of Jesus demands a personal response. Pollsters take pleasure in getting the opinion of the general public, asking, "Do you believe that Jesus rose from the dead?" They are keen to tell us: what percentage believe he actually physically came to life again; how many say he didn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Beloved Disciple

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000

During the last month I have been watching the NBA playoffs on the TV.

During the last month I have been watching the NBA playoffs on the TV. The team that I have been cheering for has been the San Antonio Spurs. David Robinson is my favorite player because he’s good and because he’s a committed follower of Jesus Christ. One of the things that I have noticed about the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1

Denomination: Baptist

Scraps For Jesus

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Oct 18, 2000

The Prophet, Isaiah, long ago drew a picture of the people of his day by using the illustration of a man who fell a tree and used its parts in various ways.

The Prophet, Isaiah, long ago drew a picture of the people of his day by using the illustration of a man who fell a tree and used its parts in various ways. With part of it, he he warmed himself, with part of it, he used it for fuel,with part of it, he used it t cook his foor and after ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 44:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

How Should My Relationship With My Church Affect Me? Series

Contributed by Alan Braun on Mar 22, 2002

Why do church? How should my life be changed because of it?

How Should My Relationship With My Church Affect Me? Ephesus 4:1-3 1 I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called, 2 with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, 3 endeavouring to keep the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Every Barrier Down: Mary Magdalene

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 6, 2010

Commitment to the living Christ will let Him break down circumstantial, cultural, and spiritual barriers to our success. Illustrated with the story of Marian Anderson.

I think it was John Lennon, one of the Beatles, who once observed, "Life is what happens while you are making other plans." That really is the issue, isn't it? Getting a fix on our lives. Getting hold of life. Being able to make it go the way you want it to go. And the trouble is that life just ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Bucket List: 40 Days To Live?

Contributed by Doug Koehler on Jan 23, 2009

If you had 40 days to live what would you do with your life? God gives the Ninevites this opportunity and their response is something we can adopt for ourselves.

THE BUCKET LIST! What would you do if you knew you had 40 days to live? This question is not totally without some foundation in our life because many of us have gone to the doctor’s office and received news that turned out to be life transforming. Some have been told they have cancer, others ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Good News For Lost People

Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Mar 11, 2008

Good news about Jesus Mission to rescue lost people illustrated by the story of Zacchaeus

Luke 19:1-10 Zacchaeus Basingstoke 9th March 2008 GOOD NEWS FOR LOST PEOPLE We often hear of exciting rescue missions about emergency services It can be gripping TV drama as the story is retold – we experience the suspense and feel the relief as the victims are later interviewed expressing their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The City Was Full Of Idols

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 17, 2008

1- We must allow God to convict us 2- We must reason with those who will listen 3- We must preach the good news about Jesus

INTRO.- Name that song? Remember that TV show? They would play a tune and the contestant would try to name that song. Ok, here’s another version of that contest: NAME THAT IDOL! What? Please play along with me. What’s the biggest idol that you’ve seen here in America? Let me help you with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Frantic Work Or Focused Life

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 26, 2009

Wisdom lies in knowing when to be busy and when to be reflective. Both Martha and Mary wanted the affirmation of Jesus. But it always comes by grace alone.

Author Sam Keen, in his provocative little book called Apology for Wonder, tells us the lesson he learned as young boy swimming in the Indian River inlet on the Delaware coast. Keen says that swimming there was very tricky, because the outgoing waters from the bay met the incoming tides waves from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

Addition By Subtraction Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 25, 2008

Are you a true witness for Jesus? How can you tell? What does it take to be the kind of witness God has called you to be? We’ll answer those questions as we look today at the example of John the Baptist.

The John that is in our passage this morning is not the same John that wrote this Gospel. The John that wrote this Gospel is the brother of James. Jesus called him a son of thunder. He was the one whom Jesus loved. But that’s not the John in our passage. The John in our passage is the one we ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Pressing On Or Just Pressed

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 4, 2009

Remembrance Sunday: living out of others’ expectations for us just makes us feel pressed. Relief from grief comes when you pursue what you know God wants for you.

One place I am quite sure I can stay away from is the National Museum of Beverage Cans. No matter how many times I may travel to and through Nashville, Tennessee, whether it be on Baptist business or as an accidental tourist, I feel quite certain that I can avoid even so much as a swift glance ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Say No To Murder Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 6, 2009

Taking a life, either by physical murder of emotional abuse is wrong. This sermon looks at how we can cherish life.

Exodus 20:13 Matthew 5:21-22 May 31, 2009 SCRIPTURE SLIDES One American is murdered approximately every 30 minutes. No matter where you turn in our world, there are murders. Watch the news, read the newspaper or check the Internet and there it is splashed before our eyes. We not only learn ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Denomination: Baptist