Sermons on Exit Strategy:

Until Then

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 14, 2015

The Ascension is Christ's exaltation and glory after His saving work on earth had been accomplished. It is the proof of His victory!

Until Then Acts 1:9-11, 2:1-8NKJ A young salesman was disappointed about losing a big sale, and as he talked with his sales manager he lamented, "I guess it just proves you can lead a horse to water but you can't make him drink." The manager replied, "Son, take my advice: ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

# 27~ Forty -4 One Hundred And Twenty~ Thirty Three~ Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on May 8, 2012

FORTY stands for; TRIALS, PROBATION AND TESTINGS ~ The number ONE HUNDRED and TWENTY points to "A DIVINE PERIOD OF PROBATION." ~ The number THIRTY THREE is connected to promise or the promises of God.

# 27~ FORTY 4~ ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY~ THIRTY THREE~ 5-5-12 BIBLE NUMBER MEANINGS Today we’ll continue talking about the number FORTY. FORTY stands for; TRIALS, PROBATION AND TESTINGS ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:18

Denomination: Baptist

Choose Life

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 7, 2014

Cultivate obedience through building intimacy with God. Obedience is a choice we make.

There is no excuse for not knowing God’s Word. Moses had spent the last 40 years teaching them what God has revealed. • If ever they strayed from God’s path, it would not be for a lack of knowledge. It would be a choice they made. Moses gave voice to the possible excuses the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Rest Of The Story

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 2, 2015

This Easter sermon focuses on the resurrection of Jesus and the potential resurrection of his followers which complete the story of Jesus. We often focus on his death, but the empty tomb is good news that requires a response.

1. The Rest of the Story was a Monday-through-Friday radio program originally hosted by Paul Harvey. Beginning as a part of his newscasts during the Second World War and then premiering as its own series on the ABC Radio Networks on May 10, 1976, The Rest of the Story consisted of stories presented ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crushing Of Satan

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 5, 2013

A sermon on Satan from Romans 16:20 (Outline and some material taken from John Piper at: http://www.desiringgod.org/resource-library/sermons/the-god-of-peace-will-soon-crush-satan-under-your-feet)

HoHum: A few minutes before the services started, the church people were sitting in their pews and talking. Suddenly, Satan appeared at the front of the church. Everyone started screaming and running for the front entrance, trampling each other in a frantic effort to get away from the evil one. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

John And The Lord Of Life Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012

To introduce Jesus as the source of abundant life.

[S] My wife and I were talking on the porch the other morning about some of the trips we’ve taken to our childhood homes and how different they were compared to what we remembered. The house I grew up at in Downers Grove Illinois was a large three story brick home with a large separate two ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Denomination: Methodist

"The Eyes Have It!!!"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 8, 2010

There’s a time, for all of us, I think when we believe…but we don’t have the foggiest idea what that means. That must be a little like what the first disciples of Jesus Christ felt.

Luke 24:13-35 “The Eyes Have It!!!” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN I remember a time, long ago and far away… …on a distant planet… …no… …that’s not right… I remember a time when I was asked by the associate pastor of my church to read the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: United Methodist

Double Trouble And The Double Cure Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 21, 2011

A sermon based off of Romans 6:1-14 on the sinner's double trouble and God's double cure (Outline and material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell)

Introduction: Elvis Presley had a song called Double Trouble: I guess there's gotta be two dark clouds hangin' over me My future looks as bumpy as a matchbox on the sea Every time I think that I have finally got it made Some losin' cards are played, I just can't make the grade I got double ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Favorite Jesus - Pt. 2 - Teenage Jesus Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2011

Favorite team. Favorite shirt. Favorite food. But a favorite Jesus? What if we miss Him because we don’t like Him?

My Favorite Jesus Pt. 2 - The Teenagers Jesus I. Introduction Having favorite things is not bad. We all have favorites. Favorite colors. Favorite cities. Favorite music. Favorite shows on TV. A favorite pair of jeans! And right or wrong, like Ricky Bobby most of us have a favorite Jesus too. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Pentecostal

Revelation # 1 Rev. 1: Intro: - 4-18 Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 25, 2010

Today I’ll try and lay a foundation to build on as we start. From what we read, we’re told that it was pinned down about “95-96 A.D.” It was never God’s intention to hold back the meaning of the Revelation, but to show and to make known it’s meaning.

REVELATION # 1 REV. 1: INTRO: - 4-18-09 Today we’ll began a study of the book of the “REVELATION OF JESUS CHRIST” ***and I’m sure we’ll be here awhile but we’re in no hurry. Today I’ll try and lay a foundation to build on as we start. From what we read, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Be Sure That I Am Going To Heaven? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 6, 2008

This message addresses the question of how we can know for sure our eternal fate.

A recent survey revealed some interesting information in regard to America’s view of eternity. According to the polls conducted by the Pew Research Group and ABC News: Eighty-seven percent of Americans believe that there is a Heaven. Seventy-four percent believe that there is a Hell. Sixty-eight ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Faith That Walks

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Oct 23, 2008

Our faith should be demonstrated in a close walk with God that grows stronger every day.

A Faith That Walks Griffith Baptist Church – 10/26/08 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 11:5-6 Key verse: Hebrews 11:6 – But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Premise: Our faith ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Humbled And The Exalted

Contributed by Stan Simonik on Aug 28, 2007

Jesus’wisdom teaches us to win in the struggle between pride and humility.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, there is an old saying, “A nail that sticks out will be pounded.” Although this saying might be appreciated by those in the building trades, I think it originated in the military. It’s nice to receive recognition, but not too much. You don’t want to call too ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Divinity Of Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Jeffrey Dukeman on May 20, 2019

Our recognizing Jesus' divinity is especially associated with recognizing Jesus' "concluding" work of dying for sin and rising to enable eternal life, although the Son of God also helped create the world as well. Recognizing this can help us better pray in Jesus' name.

I don’t know about you, but when I think about what it means for Jesus to be divine, I’ve often just thought about the past. If Jesus helped create the world, he must by God. If Jesus lived from eternity with God the Father, he must be God. As John’s Gospel records, In the beginning was the Word, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:22-33

Transforming Your Relationships Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 22, 2014

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gives us wisdom for transforming our relationships from shallow and superficial to deep and meaningful.

TRANSFORMATION #2: TRANSFORMING YOUR RELATIONSHIPS INTRO TO TOPIC: Two weeks ago we started a new series in the Sermon on the Mount, looking at the greatest message ever preached by Jesus. OPENING TEXT: “Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-32

Denomination: *other