Sermons on England:

Shift Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Aug 5, 2006

The life of a disciple calls us the "Shift’ our priorities - this is the 4th in a series; LIFE.COM

INTRODUCTION, On my computer it is the second key from the bottom – it is simply titled “SHIFT” The shift key has only one function – to change things • Press the SHIFT key on any letter and you quickly go from lower case to upper case letters • Press the SHIFT key with a number and you go from a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanksgiving In Feast & Famine

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Dec 6, 2007

Exploring and encouraging the principle of giving God thanks both in times of blessing and in times of tribulation.

Thanksgiving In Feast And Famine Thanksgiving Message, Perth Bible Church, 11/25/07 Rev. Todd G. Leupold Introduction Ah, Thanksgiving – big, fat juicy turkey, prim pilgrims in their ’Sunday best,’ oodles & oodles of fun, gentle Indian friends, beautiful outdoor picnic . . .! How could they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Is Baptism Really That Important? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 3, 2008

The message examines baptism from a historical and Scriptural standpoint.

A minister in Abilene, Texas tells the story of an unusual event that took place in their baptistery. He was sitting in his office studying when he began to hear some commotion coming from the auditorium. At first he ignored it until he heard someone yell, “There’s a lady trying to drown herself in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Happened After Jesus Said "It Is Finished"!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Dec 25, 2007

WHAT HAPPENED AFTER JESUS SAID "IT IS FINISHED"! In this sermon outline we point out some of the events that took place during those three days following the words of Jesus when He said "IT IS FINISHED." Concluding with what Jesus is doing for us today.

WHAT HAPPENED AFTER JESUS SAID "IT IS FINISHED"! In this sermon outline we point out some of the events that took place during those three days following the words of Jesus when He said "IT IS FINISHED." Concluding with what Jesus is doing for us today. We go from the cross to hell and paradise ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

"Robbing God"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 31, 2008

A sermon about tithing in these difficult economic times.

Malachi 3:6-12 “Robbing God” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org Are these tough economic times or what? Housing prices have fallen to an all-time low while many folks find themselves unable to pay their mortgages. Gas prices, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Unmutable Truth

Contributed by Christopher Easton on Sep 15, 2005

This is a sermon developed for telling the Easter story.

Scripture Text: Mark 16:1-8 The Introduction For four hours he held the cylinder, waiting for rescue or an immediate death. After digging up what appeared to be an unexploded WWI bomb, David Page held on to it, afraid that letting go would detonate the device. While holding the bomb, the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Holiness

Blessed Are The Persecuted Series

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jul 5, 2005

In this diverse nation, Christians will sometimes feel as though they are suffering the slings and arrows of misunderstanding, hostility, and persecution. Jesus promises that those who are so misunderstood, will be the bearers of eternal light.

Blessed are the Persecuted Matthew 5:10-12 I Peter 3:13-22 Four hundred years ago, they were beginning to come. From Spain, France, England, and Holland they came. They came searching for riches, fame, and glory. They came because of the innate curiosity of human beings. They came because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Methodist

Heaven ~ Tickets Only

Contributed by Ken Durham on May 24, 2005

We all have a personal invitation to His Place.

HEAVEN Revelation 21:1-7 1: Introduction: Everything is going to Change! How many of you have planned to go on a cruise this summer or take a holiday by the sea this year? Well make the most of it because this scripture tells us that when we finally get to heaven it’s going to be very ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Understanding America's Heritage

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

A look at the christian foundations of our nation.

It is obvious that many of us are unashamedly patriotic. Across the country one could find many church leaders who would quickly say that this kind of nationalistic display is inappropriate for Christians. They argue that it is nothing short of idolatry to pay honor to the nation. The Bible does ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Return Of The King Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

Christ’s return from the parable of the 10 virgins. 7th and last of the Worship the King series. Lead-in to communion.

PLEASE NOTE: This is written from an Arminian viewpoint with a post-trib leaning. Just tellin ya... Matthew 25:1-13 – The Return of the King A modern-day film phenomenon came to an end on December 17, 2003. Millions of movie-goers stood in line for what seemed an eternity to be part of a big ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Slow Down - And Listen

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 25, 2004

The Parable of Dives and Lazarus

NR 26-09-04 Lk 16:19-31 Dives and Lazarus Story: A little girl was standing outside her Sunday School classroom when the pastor - a liberal theologian - noticed she was holding a big storybook entitled, “Jonah and the Whale.” The pastor wanted to have some fun with her so he asked her, “Do you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Anglican

When Praise Becomes A Sacrifice

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Nov 18, 2005

Shouldn’t praise be an easy thing for us to do? How can we praise the Lord when life gets hard?

When Praise Becomes a Sacrifice Hebrews 13:15-16 Hebrews 13:15-16 15 Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise-- the fruit of lips that confess his name. 16 And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Christmas Is Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Dec 20, 2005

You cannot think of the baby in the manger at Bethlehem without also thinking of the bloody cross at Calvary

Christmas is Sacrifice Text: Hebrews 10:1-14 Introduction: In England there is a place called The Pilgrim Way. It is one of the many footpaths throughout the country, but it is unique in that it was the path that Christians, for hundreds of years, took as a religious pilgrimage. For many it was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Trial By Fire

Contributed by David Ward on Jun 14, 2006

BIG IDEA: In times of testing, God’s people fight fire with faith.

“Trial By Fire” Daniel 3 INTRODUCTION: One time on a school field trip I visited Fort Sumter, in Charleston Harbor, South Carolina. As the tour boat approached Fort Sumter, our teacher asked if the guides would be dressed in blue or in gray. Sumter had been a Union fort in Confederate territory ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:13-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Narnia: Begin The Journey Series

Contributed by Terry Martell on Dec 28, 2005

Introduction to our Narnia Christmas series; coincided with the opening of the film The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. This message provided information regarding the author (C.S. Lewis) the basic story, the characters and specific themes

Narnia Christmas Series “Begin the Journey” Oakbrook Church 12/4/05 Intro.- The scenes and music start slowly; children standing by a train station, later playing a game of hide and seek at an old country mansion. A little girl climbs into a giant wardrobe and is magically transported to a winter ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist