Sermons on Express:

The Tragedy Of Buried Treasure

Contributed by Pat Cook on Apr 26, 2011

Jesus' parable about the servants who were given talents by the master.

Matthew 25:14-30 – The Tragedy of Buried Treasure This morning I would like to share with you with a thought or two from a familiar passage in the Gospels. Jesus was in the midst of telling stories and parables expressing spiritual truths, and He told this one shortly before His death. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Isn't Christianity Arrogant?

Contributed by Pierre Naude on May 6, 2011

Christains are so often accused of being arrogant when they claim that Jesus is the only way. If you know someting to be the truth, is it arrogant to claim that?!

Isn’t Christianity Arrogant? Jn 14.1-6 I’m sure we all understand the word ‘blasphemy’ – “using the Lord’s name in an inappropriate way” – perhaps as a swear word or a curse, or even just thoughtlessly. But have you ever noticed that ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Six Marks Of Leadership: Mark 3- Series

Contributed by Tim White on May 9, 2011

Most leaders are like middle-managers with superiors and subordinates and Nehemiah shows us how to both lead and follow.

I heard Adrian Rogers give this example: We all have seen Canada Geese fly in their V formation with one leg of the V formation longer than the other leg. Why do they fly in the V formation? The lead goose is making it easier for the other geese who are following his lead. He is moving the wind ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

He Offered Himself Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 16, 2011

A sermon focused on Hebrews 7:26-27 (Outline and material adapted from Charles Spurgeon's sermon on the same text http://www.spurgeon.org/sermons/2693.htm)

HoHum: Have the children come up front and do a Children’s Minute (From Sermons 4 Kids http://www.sermons4kids.com/big_sin_little_sin.htm) In Romans 3:23 the Bible says … All have sinned & come short of God’s glory. Do you know the definition of SIN? 1 John 3:4 says that sin is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:23-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living A Wise Life Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 19, 2011

Proverbs is a guide book that teachings its readers how to lead wise, godly lives and how to avoid the pitfalls of unwise, ungodly behavior.

PROVERBS 1:1 LIVING A WISE LIFE [Proverbs 10: 17] The book of Proverbs is sound sense for successful living. It is so needed today because as late British poet T. S. Eliot asked; "Where is the wisdom we have lost in knowledge? Where is the knowledge we have lost in information?" We are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

I Thirst

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Apr 3, 2010

A thirst must be satisfied.

John 19:28 Later, knowing that all was now completed, and so that the Scripture would be fulfilled, Jesus said, “I am thirsty.” 29 A jar of wine vinegar was there, so they soaked a sponge in it, put the sponge on a stalk of the hyssop plant, and lifted it to Jesus’ lips. The ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Window Of Opportunity

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 30, 2012

Certain seasons of opportunity and time exist for people and churches. Don’t miss yours because you are not willing to do the serious soul searching needed to seize the day.

Text: Ezra 9-10, Title: Window of Opportunity, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/29/12, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: the temple had been completed and dedicated, and so Ezra was setting up the Levites and priests to serve in it. In the process, he finds out about a huge underlying sin ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our Focus The Cross

Contributed by Neil Stich on Aug 3, 2012

The power of Christ's forgiveness is found in His suffering on the Cross. Even as those around Him were mocking Him, He was still filled with compassion for them. Are we any different than those who stood at the foot of the Cross and mocked Jesus? Hi

Our focus the cross Matthew 27: 38 – 43 I’m a people watcher. When traveling, a layover at the Airport is not a point of misery---but an opportunity to observe the differences in people--- the way they look, the way they dress, their fashion statements--- Parents dealing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:38-43

Denomination: Baptist

Faith, Peace, Joy, Hope And Power

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 10, 2013

A sermon on Romans 15:13 (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's Romans Commentary Volume 2, pg. 432-434

HoHum: A wise man once said, “Few are atheists in theory, but many are such in their feelings. They are hopeless because they are godless.” The Christian Atheist: Believing in God but Living As If He Doesn't Exist by Craig Groeschel. Haven’t read the book, but how many of us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pt. 3 Psalms: A Prayer For Justice Series

Contributed by Steven Dobyns on Sep 19, 2013

this is Pt3 of a 7 part series on learning to pray from the bible. this one is focused on the boston bombing.

Learning to Pray Pt.3 Psalms: A Prayer for Justice Intro: There are times in life where there are no words. Like a gift that is unexpected and just what you needed… When she said yes… When a child takes your hand and looks up at you and smiles… When you see the sun set over Lake ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Philippians Part 5 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 1, 2021

An in-depth study on the book of Philippians

Philippians Part 5, Chapter 1:1-8 I. Servants of Christ (v. 1) A. Doulos—slave, the servant’s will is consumed in the will of his master. (Spiros Zodhiates) Philippians were familiar with slaves. B. Implications of being a servant of Christ. (William Barclay pgs 9-10) 1. Absolute ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Philippians Part 10 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 1, 2021

An in-depth study on the book of Philippians

Philippians Part 10, Chapter 2:5-2:11 I. Purpose and Importance of Philippians (2:5-11) A. Purpose –Christ the example concern for others leaves no room for self-concern. 1. Satan said, “I will . . .” Isaiah 14 2. Satan, the created, desired to be the Creator. 3. Christ the Creator ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Age Of Un-Thankfulness

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 7, 2015

Paul warns us that there comes a spirit in the church that people will BE UNTHANKFUL. It is God's will for us to GIVE THANKS in everything. Do I really LOVE LIFE?

THE AGE OF UNTHANKFULNESS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This week I went to Nashville to visit a man in the Medical Center at Vandy. I left the room and headed for home about 8 PM. I knew my wife would have supper waiting when I arrived home, so I knew better than eating. But I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Which Way

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Nov 13, 2015

Finding the way to God. Learning from experience.

WHICH WAY Scripture: John 14:6 “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” I. LOOK TO EXPERIENCE A. The way is known by the more experienced. The ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Defeat Of Depression

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 19, 2015

Let's talk about the lot, the lamenting and the Lord of the depressed (Material adapted from Bill Kirk at: https://billkirk.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/victory-over-depression.pdf)

HoHum: Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons — SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. SAD starts in the fall (right now) and continues into the winter months. Know of one woman who has dementia that suffers from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:1-27, Psalm 102:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ