Sermons on Erect:

The Broken Heart

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 4, 2005

In the passage, the Blood of Jesus was shed by a Roman spear... but neither John nor any other part of Scripture makes note of the importance of Christ’s blood in this story. Is there a message in the blood that flowed from Jesus side?

OPEN: About a year ago I received this e-mail: In 2003, Mel Gibson released a film called The Passion which dramatically and bloodily captured much of the trial and crucifixion of Christ. Because of it’s graphicness, it was rated "R". The "R", of course, is because of the violence, the gore. In ...read more

Scripture: John 19:31-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Having Doubts Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 20, 2005

It was part of Jesus’ plan to slowly reveal His true purpose and nature - and this chapter reveals to us that even though we have doubts, Jesus is there to help us believe!

For more Bible studies and an audio copy of this message go to: http://www.livingwatersweb.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=54&Itemid=101&TapeNumber=2004-011 Sometimes people say "if I could just see Jesus face to face, then I’d believe." Perhaps that’s true - and Jesus did reveal ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Women In The Life And Teachings Of Jesus

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on May 10, 2005

Jesus placed high value on women during His earthly ministry. We should do the same.

Women in the Life and Teachings of Jesus Mark 16:9 Woodlawn Baptist Church May 8, 2005 Introduction (see footnote for credit) “Now when Jesus was risen early the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom he had cast seven devils.” I find it interesting and very ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9

Denomination: Baptist

Scoffers, Cults, And Us Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 25, 2003

This word “ignorant” occurs 13 times in the Bible and is connected with some important spiritual facts we should all know. That is why today we cover the spiritual Truth that false teachings about Christ are alive and abound in our world.

Ignorant Series: Scoffers, Cults, and Us 2 Peter 3:1-18 INTRODUCTION According to the American Heritage Dictionary, the word “ignorant” means unaware or uniformed. I would like us, for the next few weeks, to look at some spiritual facts that you may be unaware of or have forgotten. Most of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith And The Furnace

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 20, 2004

This account, recorded in Daniel, is one of the great Christian “bed time” stories we enjoy telling our kids. This familiarity with the account is both a positive and a negative. Positive in the sense that it is good to get down the biblical stories whi

Faith and The Furnace God’s Protection in times of Difficult Choice Daniel 3 INTRODUCTION: This account, recorded in Daniel, is one of the great Christian “bed time” stories we enjoy telling our kids. This familiarity with the account is both a positive and a negative. Positive in the sense that ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Transforming Community

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 30, 2004

Sermon 3 of 6 on the Acts 2:47 church - 24/7! We are called to be salt and light. I used several different Sermon Central sources for illustrations, ideas and comments.

2:47 – 24/7 Transforming Community Transformers change things. That’s what they do. When my girls were growing up I wanted to buy them "Transformers" instead of dolls. Donna wouldn’t let me for reasons that I don’t remember now. I’m sure her reasons were good - I just don’t remember what they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Facts Of Life

Contributed by Deborah Prihoda on Oct 7, 2004

God gives each of us a promise for our lives, but life has a way of taking us through pit experiences just as in Joseph’s life, however we must never take our eyes off the promise and the reward of the palace!

THE FACTS OF LIFE Text: Genesis 50:20 / Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION TEXT: Genesis 50:20 And as for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good in order to bring about this present results to preserve many people alive. Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is Building Better?

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Mar 3, 2005

This is a sermon that is ment to inspire the constrution and up keep of a church.

Is Building Better? 3/1/2005 Psalm 127:1 Today our featured ministry is construction. Construction has been a big part of this church from its very beginning in 1976. This church was started with nothing but a few families meeting in homes. Then ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: *other

Life, Love And Liberty

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Jun 27, 2001

Ruth is a 44 year old stay at home mother of five from Pennsylvania when asked why don’t you attend church she replied:

West Greeley Baptist Church July 1st 2001 Galatians 2:20 “ Life, Love and Liberty” By Pastor Mark Hensley "I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me." ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

The 3rd Product Of Unfaithfulness: Estrangement Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Jul 19, 2001

A parable helps illustrate how we’ve been separated from God by not delighting in him. Our unfaithfulness leaves us estranged, but by his sovereign choice he has made a way to reconcile us to himself through Jesus Christ.

The 3rd Product of Unfaithfulness: Estrangement Hosea 1:7-8; Romans 9:1-29 Pastor Jim Luthy Imagine a large ship sailing across uncharted waters in the vast Pacific Ocean. Aboard ship are the ever-wise captain Ichiro (I couldn’t help myself) and his large family – children, grandchildren -- ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The True Jesus

Contributed by Jim Pye on Feb 17, 2001

Sunday Next Before Lent Year C

25/2/01 6 p.m. Sunday Next Before Lent Year C - Luke 9:28-36 28 About eight days after Jesus said this, he took Peter, John and James with him and went up onto a mountain to pray. 29 As he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became as bright as a flash of lightning. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

In Light Of His Coming - Be Encouraged

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 19, 2000

Should doubt about my salvation be the basis for fear of the 2nd coming?

Twas the night before Jesus came and all through the house not a creature was praying - not one in the house Their Bibles were lain on the shelf without care In hopes that Jesus would not come there. The children were dressing to crawl into bed, Not once ever kneeling or bowing a head. And Mom ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"What Would Jesus Say About Those Who Died In The Attack On America?”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Sep 17, 2001

In this text we find what Jesus would say in light of the terrorist attack on America.

Intro: On Tuesday morning September 11, 2001 Dawn Robinson followed her usual morning routine while getting ready for work. Which consist of her morning quiet time where she prays for God’s leadership throughout the day. Shortly after arriving at work in New York City she made her way to her ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Which Nobody Can Deny Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Oct 10, 2001

This is a sermon from a series I preached on Nehemiah’s one holy passion, the glory of God.

One Holy Passion Nehemiah 6:15-19 April 22, 2001 ¡§Which Nobody can Deny¡¨ What a difference 9 months makes! Ask any woman who has ever had a baby¡Xor ask Nehemiah, either one! From Nehemiah receiving the report, until the time that the walls were completed, only nine months had elapsed¡Xand ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:15-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Power Of One

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 4, 2003

The power of one individual to significantly impact the many. The key:burying one’s self in favor of others for Christ’s sake.

The Power of One The truth is, a kernel of wheat must be planted in the soil. Unless it dies it will be alone--a single seed. But its death will produce many new kernels--a plentiful harvest of new lives.25Those who love their life in this world will lose it. Those who despise their life in this ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-27

Denomination: Wesleyan