Sermons on Evil Thoughts:

From Major Mess To Masterpiece - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rob Willis on Apr 26, 2006

Part two of a two-part message on declarations we can make as God’s masterpiece.

This message contains some parts of a sermon by Ed Young called, "God’s Masterpieces," but is primarily my own (80%). If this is a copyright infringement, please let me know. Thank you.) NOTE: I downloaded the video from www.sermonspice.com called "The Last Painting" to correspond with the theme ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Dance Of Law And Grace

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 30, 2006

There are ditortions and blessings of both law and grace. It is not one or the other, but a dance of the two.

Elizabeth Elliot, in her book The Liberty of Obedience, tells the story of a young man who said to an older Christian, “I am in earnest about forsaking ‘the world’ and following Christ. But I am puzzled about worldly things. What is it I must forsake?” The response he received was this: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Evidence That Demands A Verdict Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 1, 2006

If I had been Jesus, I would have shown the men on the road to Emmaus my scars and proved I had risen from the dead... but Jesus didn’t do that. Why?

OPEN: For the past few weeks, I’ve been preaching on the topic of CSI-Jerusalem. We’re Crime Scene Investigators…or more specifically “Cross Scene Investigators”. The following story is true. And while it is somewhat morbid it serves to illustrate what I want to say this morning. Several years ago ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Rebellious Son Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 1, 2006

The Rebellious will always end up in the pig pen of sin if they remain in their rebellion.

THE REBELLIOUS SON A. An ACCUSATION brought against Jesus more than any other was: "He is a FRIEND of SINNERS!" 1. Luke 15:1-2 (READ and COMMENT) ILLUSTRATION: A lump must have SWELLED in the throat of Jesus and tears WELLED in His eyes. Before Him were people from all walks of life: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Core Values -- Work Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on May 6, 2006

We are in our series on Core Values. Core Values are the DNA that define who we are, what we are in infancy and in greatness. What God has called us to be. They are not just creeds on plaque or notes in book somewhere. They are the essence of who we a

Power & Presence of the Holy Spirit Galatians 5:16-18 16 So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature. 17 For the sinful nature desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the sinful nature. They are in conflict with each ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6

Denomination: Church Of God

Down Is Not Your Destiny

Contributed by Robbie Bankens on May 10, 2006

The enemy may have barraged you with trouble, he may have even tripped you up and you may have stumbled, but being down is not where God has destined you to be. You shall arise!

MICAH 7:8 NIV “Do not gloat over me, my enemy! Though I have fallen, I WILL arise! Though I sit in darkness, the Lord WILL be my light!” Folks, I won’t be long this afternoon, but I am here to preach to somebody today that “Down Is Not Your Destiny”. There are some, who have been under ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Hear Jesus Say ‘goodbye'”

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on May 22, 2006

Luke’s account of Jesus’ ascension into heaven gives us a "goodbye" unlike any we have ever heard.

“Good-bye! It was great visiting with you. Let’s keep in touch! See you in a few months!” Without bringing tears to the eyes of those of you who hate to say goodbye I want all of you to bring to mind a time when you were saying goodbye to family or friends. What were some of the things that you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Da Vinci Code: The Secret Message Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 30, 2006

The Secret message of Jesus is not found in some conspiracy therory, it is found in clear sight in the New Testament. It is the Kingdom of Heaven

The Secret Message of Jesus May 28, 2006 Matthew 13:1-23 I’ll let you in on a secret. The secret message of Jesus isn’t found in some lost manuscript found recently in the Egyptian desert. The secret message of Jesus isn’t found in an old Da Vinci painting, or a book by Dan Brown. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: *other

Can We Trust The Gospels? (The Da Vinci Code - Part 1) Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 30, 2006

Part one of a four-part series discussing claims of the book. The focus is not on slamming the author, but rather on answering the claims in a reasoned and reasonable manner.

Can We Trust the Gospels? (The Da Vinci Code – Part 1) Various Scriptures May 14, 2006 Introduction Well, today we begin what I anticipate will be a four week series on the best-selling novel, The Da Vinci Code. I’ve been looking forward to this for awhile. And the main reason is that I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Sermon On The Mount - Introduction Series

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Jun 3, 2006

Beginning with Matthew chapter 5 we have recorded for us Jesus’ first sermon and also His longest sermon. He came to earth to save lost sinners who would place their faith in Him as the promised Messiah. However faith comes by the hearing of the Word of G

The Sermon on the Mount -- Part #1 Introduction to the Sermon on the Mount Sermon #1: Hearing Jesus’ Words Scripture Reference: Matthew 5:1-2 ’And seeing the multitudes, He went up into a mountain: and when He was set, His disciples came unto Him; And He opened His mouth and taught them, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-2

Feel Like Giving Up?

Contributed by David Mcgowin on Feb 19, 2006

Sometimes we all feel like throwing in the towel and giving up.

Ready to Give Up? Nehemiah 4: 6-14 02/19/06 Every once in a while in life, we all reach a point where we are just ready to throw in the towel and give up. We’re tired, frustrated, and exhausted and feel like there’s no use in continuing to try. Whether it’s a job, a relationship, health related ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:6-14, John 6:41-51, Nehemiah 4:6

Denomination: Methodist

My Goodness Is Nothing Apart From You O God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 27, 2006

Fifty-six Qualities of God that helps us find greater goodness, blessing and benefits.

My Goodness is Nothing Apart From You O God (Psalm 16) Where do you go when you want to find something good, beneficial and helpful? When David was in exile desperately needing help, benefits and blessings He went to the Lord. In Psalms 16, David gives us insights in to the bountiful blessings ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Hear From God!

Contributed by Johnny Chase on Mar 11, 2006

Did you know that every believer can hear from God? Not only can we hear from God but we should hear and recognize his voice speaking to us regularly. I have heard people say, “I pray but God doesn’t speak to me.” I have known many who have been frustrate

How to hear from God 1 Samuel 3:1-11 The LORD Calls Samuel 1 The boy Samuel ministered before the LORD under Eli. In those days the word of the LORD was rare; there were not many visions. 2 One night Eli, whose eyes were becoming so weak that he could barely see, was lying down in his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In Christ - Ephesians Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 15, 2006

When we are in Christ then we have hope beyond this life.

“In Christ” – Ephesians part 2 On the lighter side of life: Church Signs from beliefnet.com "Beat the Christmas rush, come to church this Sunday!" "Don’t wait for the hearse to take you to church." "Don’t give up. Moses was once a basket case." "Life has many choices. Eternity has two. What’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ingredients Of A Life Of Faith Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 22, 2006

Hebrews # 19 Three specific ingredients necessary for a life of faith, drawn from the life of Abraham as recorded in Hebrews chapter eleven beginning in verse eight.

A Study of the Book of Hebrews Jesus is Better Sermon # 19 “The Ingredients of a Life of Faith” Hebrews 11:8–19 Have you ever stopped to think about how you get God’s approval in life? Can you gain God approval by being ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Baptist