Sermons on Exceeding Glory:

Christian Faith

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 21, 2020

Faith is the expectation of things that are hoped for, the evidence of things not seen but expected or imagined in the heart or the mind

1) how important is faith? __(Mark 11:22) __it is faith in God that makes the difference between the christian and the unsaved man __(John 3:36) __faith brings eternal life __faith gives peace when others are filled with fear __it gives courage __faith enables us to overcome the world __unbelief ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Other

When God Is In It, He Will Be Glorified.

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jan 8, 2019

All that we do must be guided by and done according to God’s will.

I. God is still working in people’s lives. (vs.33, 36) A. God had a plan for Aeneas’ life. 1. That plan was that he would be healed. 2. That plan was that he would bring glory to God. 3. That plan was that his life testimony would help people believe. B. God had a plan for Dorcas’ life. 1. That ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-42

Denomination: Baptist

Real People , Real Problems A Study Of 1 Samuel Part 4a, Knowing God Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jun 26, 2017

Part 4a of our 1 Samuel Series

Real People- Real problems Part 4 “Knowing God” I Samuel chapter 4 In the western movie “Young Guns” There is one scene that always makes me laugh just a little In the scene I am talking about Billy and the boys are running from the law and they find themselves in a little cantina somewhere ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:2-22

Denomination: Baptist

Why Jesus Is Hated Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 5, 2017

Are you ready for God to get the glory as you respond to His goodness and grace?

I wanted to apologize for something. I feel badly that I’ve let something slide. Many of you are no doubt wondering about it so I thought I better make it right. Pardon me for going a couple months without showing pictures of our grandson. Here’s a recent picture of Pip on a swing at a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How Is Your Bow And Arrow?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Apr 17, 2021

John is answering a question about what we will look like when Christ returns. Then moves to sin.

Sermon Title: How is your bow and arrow? Scripture Text: 1 John 3:1-7 Illustration: -A story about a younger sister: “Kerry, seven years old, was taken aside by her two older sisters. They said it’s time you knew our family secret.” “Mom isn’t really our mom,” they continued. “Our real mother ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus And His Zeal! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on May 3, 2021

Jesus is our every thing from A to Z! Zeal is our last word for Jesus, but NOT in importance of His Character! Listen to message!

The word "zeal" is used 40 different times in the Bible. It is defined as "getting excited and having a strong passion for a cause. Getting energized, or being relentless or fervent in spirit as it is described in the Bible. We see the zealousness of God in the OT as a couple of ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Straining Toward The Goal Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 9, 2019

Philippians 3:12-4:1 teaches us what is involved in straining toward the goal of seeing Christ in glory.

Scripture The Philippian Church was a mostly healthy church, but Paul was concerned that false teaching might infiltrate the church. After the opening greeting, thanksgiving, and prayer, Paul wanted the Philippians to know that despite his imprisonment, the gospel was still advancing. Then, he ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Celebration.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 19, 2020

Short message during virus shut down time. This was shared by text and other media.

Sunday - May 10, 2020 From the Desk of the Pastor: This week we celebrated 75 years from the ending of WWII. We owe so much to the Greatest Generation. But today we hardly remember December 7, 1941 and the killing of over 2000 people in a few hours. We still have so many examples of sacrifice and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Show Me The Ways Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 2, 2021

Moses was well trained, and educated in all the wisdom of the Egyptians and was powerful in speech and action (Acts 7:22), yet, he needed God's guide to lead the people, so he prays to God, teach me the ways.

Teach me your ways Exodus 33:12-23 Introduction: The text of Exodus 33:12-23 is the culmination of a series of new revelations of God’s identity and names throughout the book of Exodus. Moses pleads to see and know more deeply God’s “ways” (Exodus 33:13), God’s “glory” (Exodus 33:18), God’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-23

Denomination: Methodist

The Knowledge Of God Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 9, 2021

Paul longed to know Christ and the power of his resurrection. The two go together. In the knowledge of God and of Christ is the power to be and become all that we should be.

Columbus was on his fourth voyage in 1504. His ships were grounded in St. Ann's Bay in Jamaica, and the natives revolted and refused to supply the Spaniard with food. There seemed to be no way of escaping the agonies of starvation. Columbus was looking at the almanac, and he learned that a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2

The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Mar 9, 2021

Why do we preach Christ crucified?

The Power of the Cross Sunday Sermon Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 1 Cor 1:20-24 In Jesus’ day, eastern people looked for a sign of some sort to tell them that God was doing something huge for them. The three magi who traveled from Persia to Bethlehem saw a special star in the eastern sky, and they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:20-24

Denomination: United Methodist

Success In Simplicity

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

Jesus simplified everything he touched. The Old Testament saints had ten commandments to guide them, but Jesus said you can simplify these ten, and reduce them to two. Love God with all your being, and your neighbor as yourself.

C. S. Lewis, the brilliant atheist who became one of the most famous Christians of the 20th century, said, "It is no good asking for a simple religion after all, real things are not simple." Little did he realize, when he wrote those words in his early book, Mere Christianity, just how ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8

Not Your Everyday Jesus Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 16, 2021

There are times when we take things for granted. They're too familiar, easily overlooked. Disciples of Jesus can fall into that trap if we're not careful.

You can listen to the audio of the sermon here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/8153278 “Everyday Treasure” [IMAGE] Things people owned that they didn’t realize were very valuable. (https://www.boredpanda.com/old-items-that-turned-out-to-be-worth-a-fortune/) We started with fake watches last ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-11, Mark 10:32, Romans 8:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Angelic Host Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

Angels were the primary messengers of that first Christmas. The Star of Bethlehem was their only competitor, and it reached only the wise men. All others were reached by angels.

Before the turn of the century, a Bishop was paying his annual visit to a church related college. He was the guest of one of the professors, and was stating to his host, that now since man knows all about nature, and all inventions have been discovered, we must be on the verge of the millennium. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

The Jewels Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 9, 2021

Jewels are universal symbols of beauty and wealth. God considers His people His jewels, and His goal is to beautify them that they might shine as jewels, and be as durable as jewels.

Henry Schober of Edmonton, Canada, was cutting a loaf of bread to make a sandwich, when he his amazement he found a diamond engagement ring. It was later appraised at $700. As a result of a lot of publicity, the owner of the ring was found. It is not likely that gem favored bread will ever catch ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:9-21