Sermons on Ending Of Life:

Heaven Or Hell Is There A Connection; Or Is It Just Death.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Sep 29, 2019

Heaven or Hell, it is a frightening topic, and not for the faint hearted, but there is a wealth of goodies in this reading, particularly inspiration for evangelism.

This sermon was delivered Gordon McCulloch to the congregation at Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 29th September 2019; Holy Trinity is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. Amos 6:1a,4-7 Psalm 146 1 Timothy 6:6-19 Luke 16:19-31 “Please join me in a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Episcopal

The Trademark Of The Covenant Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 29, 2019

Circumcision was the "trade mark" of the Old Covenant. But what difference could that make to us? We're no longer commanded to be circumcised as they were back then.

Back in the 1990s, Reader’s Digest told the story of a soldier who was serving as a guard through the night. Early in the morning, he reported to his commanding officer who demanded, “Did you sleep well while on duty?” “What made you think that I fell asleep?” asked the surprised soldier. “Look ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord's Prayer Part 3 Series

Contributed by David Nolte on Jun 17, 2019

We should and can ask God for all we need

We hardly need encouragement to ask for things. From birth to death from cradle to crypt our wants and needs drive us to obtain what we want or need. Some mistakenly think that we should not ask for things for ourselves because “it isn’t spiritual” (whatever that means). But hear this: * “Ask, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Strong In The Lord & In His Mighty Power Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 15, 2016

Never give up in the fight against sin and evil. But always remember the power of God and the armour with which he’s equipped us. And pray on every occasion that you’ll be able to stand firm.

Do you remember when we looked at Paul’s prayer in Eph 3 that I commented how difficult it is to achieve the sort of unity that God wants from his church? In fact I pointed out that that’s why Paul prays the way he does: because only by God’s power can this miracle come about. Paul knows that apart ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-24

Denomination: Anglican

Community-Distinctive Church

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Feb 6, 2017

We are not to be distinctive by our man made rules and traditions. We as the church are to be distinctive by the way we love.

Title: Community-Distinctive Church Place: BLCC Date: 2/12/17 Text: John 13.34-35; Colossians 3.12-14 CT: The church is to be distinct in how it loves. [Screen 1] FAS: In Hot Springs, Arkansas, you'll find the Morris Antique Mall. Nothing on the inside distinguishes this antique store from dozens ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Sin Of Gossip

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Feb 15, 2017

Gossip has always been a problem in the church. we read about it in several places in the old testament and the new. This sermon I address the calamity of Gossip and the cure for Gossip.

The Sin of Gossip [Play video] Introduction:  Whether its formal meetings, dinner table discussions, or late night phone calls; gossip has always been a problem in the church.  I saw a cartoon from leadership magazine shows a line of pews and the same sentence being passed from pew to pew. 1st ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Child Is Born A Son Is Given

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Jan 6, 2018

Jesus is the Son of Man, the Son of David, the Son of Mary and the Son of God

A CHILD IS BORN. A SON IS GIVEN TEXT: Isaiah 9:6, 7 INTRODUCTION: This text is one of the most well-known of all the OT texts prophesying the coming the Messiah. The prophet Isaiah is called, “The Evangelist of the OT,” and his name is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Hell ?

Contributed by Jim Caswell on May 11, 2017

Hell is real, but so is the salvation of the cross.

Title: Why Hell? Date: 5/21/17 Place: BLCC Text: 2 Peter 3.12-13 CT: Hell is real, but so is the salvation of the cross. FAS: British evangelist Rico Tice says, "Loving people means warning people." He illustrates with the following personal story: I was once in Australia visiting a friend. He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:12-13

Denomination: Christian Church

The Promise Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Jul 13, 2009

Many people today are asking the question, “What is the definition of marriage?” At the same time they might wonder who sets the definition. Don’t you think that the One who designed marriage in the first place is the One who gets to set the definition?

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com The marriage debate is raging all over this nation. 31 states have amended their constitutions to define marriage as the union of one man and one woman. West Virginia isn’t one of them. West Virginia is one of the states who is relying on legislative Defense ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Moved With Compassion

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jul 14, 2009

Jesus compassion and love is for all who will accept.

Text: “But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion for them....” (Matthew 9:36). According to The American Heritage Dictionary the word “compassion” is defined as “The deep feeling of sharing the suffering of another, together with the inclination to give aid or support or to show ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Christian Church

Treasuring God's Holiness Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 7, 2012

Some things are so surprising they simply shock us. The early church has many such surprises and shocks, one of the biggest of which concerned the generosity of two of her members.

“Treasuring God’s Holiness” Acts 5:1-11 Some things are so surprising they just simply shock us. The team with the huge lead falls apart in the closing moments and loses. The golfer with only an easy, short birdie putt between himself and the championship, winds up with a double ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

David Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Feb 19, 2009

We begin a series looking at some heroes of the Old Testament. We begin with a great hero who was called a man after God’s own heart: David. We’ll uncover one of David’s most important qualities and contributions to us in our day and age.

Heroes of the OT David 1 Chronicles 12:16-18 February 1, 2008 We are starting a new series called Heroes of the OT. I think this series is going to have a powerful impact and could really affect some change in our live—if we can really buy into what God is saying and apply it. I believe this is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:16-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Adoption Day Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 17, 2015

Our Adoption, God's providence, Love

FOLLOW THE LEADER – Adoption Day 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13 (pg. 825) August 23, 2015 Introduction: Have you ever loved someone so much that after a period of time you had to see them again? I mean you just couldn’t stand being separated from them? And maybe, because of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Politician's Qualifications

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 26, 2015

To help in deciding whom to vote for in this coming election 2016. The one that considers himself to get benefit from and declares himself innocent is the one that you will not vote for.

I. EXORDIUM: Who are you voting for? One that is not interested in profit and one who wants to save lives. Matthew 27:24 II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To help in deciding whom to vote for in this coming election 2016. The one that considers himself to get benefit from and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus King Of Angels Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Dec 16, 2014

The book of Hebrews is all about Jesus!

SIMPLY JESUS Jesus King of Angels Hebrews 1:4-14 INTRODUCTION -On December 2 there was a cross country race featuring runners from around the world. -The clear leader through the entire race was a Kenyan runner named Abel Mutai. -Just as he approached the finish line something strange happened. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:4-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ