Sermons on Eyes Were Dull:

And The Heavens Opened

Contributed by John Erickson on Jan 11, 2005

At Jesus’ baptism the heavens were opened and there was no longer a separation from God.

SERMON 01/09/2005 And The Heavens Opened Grace and Peace from God our Father and Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Genesis 1:6-8. And God said, "Let there be a dome in the midst of the waters, and let it separate the waters from the waters." So God made the dome and separated the waters that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Choosing To Make A Difference

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 27, 2005

Our lives have purpose and we’re called on to choose that purpose.

Choosing to Make a Difference with your Life Cornwall November 13, 2004 Franklin Graham grew up as the oldest son of the famous American evangelist Billy Graham. From the time he was little, Franklin was seen to be his father’s obvious heir. He was told over and over again by family, friends, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Go To Church.

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Jan 9, 2006

If we’re just playing church...I’m outta here

Hebrews 10:19 Sharing on Church, WHY GO TO CHURCH?— There is a purpose Church has become an end—instead of a means to an end Difference between between GATHERING or ASSEMBLING Most people don’t know why they go to church? The reasons they have, aren’t right FIX- Addict---Feel Good, Need ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Was At The Cross?

Contributed by Ray Mckendry on Apr 9, 2007

A meditation on the people who were at the cross in order to evoke faith in Christ.

A Meditation: Who Was At The Cross? Some of the people who were at the cross… Mary, the mother of Jesus, whose heart was stabbed with the deepest pain of grief. Luke tells us: Lk 23:35 “And the people stood looking on…” John, the disciple Jesus loved, was obedient to his beloved Master and so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving Dinner Flop Series

Contributed by Tim White on Nov 19, 2012

The School of the Prophets were looking forward to a feast, but found a miracle too.

Ill. A little girl wanted a classmate to join her family for a meal at a restaurant. When the family reached to hold hands and bowed their heads to give thanks for the meal, the guest was confused, but cooperative. Later, she asked her friend what that was about. The girl answered, “We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

Let My Love Open The Door Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

The disciples were afraid. Sometimes we are too. Let Jesus in.

John 20:19-23 – Let My Love Open the Door So I’m told of a man who had been visiting a therapist because he had had a fear of monsters living under his bed. The man had been seeing this doctor for months, and every time he would come in, the doctor would ask, "Have you made any ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Done

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Mar 29, 2012

What did "It Is Finished " mean to those who were there at the cross

Done John 19:30 . Intro: The Sunday School teacher was extremely enthusiastic. She looked at the class of four-years olds and asked this question: “Does anyone know what today is?” A little girl held up her finger and said, “Yes today is Palm Sunday.” “That’s ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Baptist

Ashes, Ashes, We All Fall Down Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 29, 2014

The five keys of the Shemitah (Sabbatical year) were taught last Sunday.

The Final Countdown: Preparing for What’s Next (Based up Jonathan Cahn’s book, The Mystery of the Shemitah) Ashes, Ashes, We All Fall Down (2 of 5) November 9, 2014 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A The five keys of the Shemitah (Sabbatical year) were ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:31

Denomination: Baptist

More Righteousness Needed, Please Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 28, 2014

How can we be more righteous than the Pharisees and the Scribes were?

More Righteousness Needed Please Matthew 5:20-26 This verse has certainly raised its concerns in the church over the centuries. But understanding this verse is key to understanding the Sermon on the Mount as a whole. What is Jesus saying when He says that “your righteousness must exceed that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our King. (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 7, 2011

In sending Christ to earth, God declared that we were valuable to Him.

Our King Dec. 9,07 Isaiah 9:6 A woman entered an ice-cream store on the Kansas City Plaza, and after choosing which flavor cone she wanted, she looked up and found ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Last Words Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 19, 2014

Jesus last words were those of love, forgiveness, pain, and victory

John 19:23-30 “Last Words” INTRODUCTION None of us like change. Sometimes even being introduced to something new is threatening. As we ponder the events of the first Good Friday, we are witnesses to the response of the world powers (at that time) to a message of love and ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-30

Denomination: Lutheran

New Life On Purpose: Witness Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 27, 2010

We were commanded to share the truth of the gospel with every living creature.

New Life On Purpose: Witness Text: Matt. 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Rom. 10:14-15 Introduction 1. Illustration: The Bear and the Atheist An atheist was walking through the woods looking at the beautiful trees and flower that had just bloomed. Because he was an atheist he couldn’t thank ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

A Servant's Heart Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Mar 21, 2007

Part of a series in Philippians, we’re challenged here to be examples of Christ.

(Joe Fornear) A couple of opposing candidates for county office were sitting near each other in the local diner... One turned to the other and said, "You know why I’m going to win this election? Because of my ’personal touch.’ For example, I always tip waitresses really well and then ask them to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Keep The Fire Lit

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

We’re going to look at how to live a blessed or privileged life.

INTRO: I was living in Kearney, Nebraska, just graduated from the university with finance degree, Tammy was finishing her degree, and Felicia was around a year old. The doctors, several months earlier, informed us her heart was enlarged and beating too fast because of some heart condition that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why So Few Miracles In Nazareth

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on May 11, 2006

Looks at why there were so few miracles in Jesus hometown of Nazareth.

Jesus in His Hometown Jesus had been ministering heavily around the area of the Sea of Galilee and now decides to go back to His home town of Nazareth for a visit. Perhaps He longs for familiar faces and places again after being persued by crowds all the time. Mark tells us about the visit in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist