Sermons on Faces And Branches:

The Faces Of Jesus

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 5, 2014

We do not always realize the roles or recognize the activity of Christ in our lives... unless we are looking.

Title: The Faces of Jesus Text: Luke 24:13-35 Thesis: We do not always realize the roles or recognize the activity of Christ in our lives. Significance: It is the Road to Emmaus text wherein we see Jesus as a stranger, as a guest and as a host. Introduction It seems like a long time ago but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Facing Fear

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Feb 1, 2012

Faith over fear

Facing fear Intro: What does being afraid do? 1: Hesitation a) you second guess b) you wait when you should move c) you stand still Point: Fear is something everyone who has ever lived has had to deal with, at one point and time even the bravest men and women felt fear creep into their hearts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Other

Facing The Zombies

Contributed by William Fallert on Mar 8, 2012

meeting the needs of others both psychically and spiritually

Facing the zombies Luke 6:27-40 2 Cor 5:17 Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation, the old has gone the new has come. I want to tell you of an amazing transformation in my life. Jesus Christ changes lives. He makes us into something he can use, something new and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-40

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Satan

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 7, 2011

Hiw to win the battle of spiritual warfare in the power of the name of Jesus

Everything in life comes and goes in seasons. It seems that when you feel on top of the world it isn’t long till you feel like you are in the pit. Then after a time you are back on track again. When Jesus began his earthly ministry he went to the Jordan River to be baptized by John the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Facing The Giant.

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Oct 25, 2013

What giant or giants are you faced with? Remember the battle is not yours it is the Lord, and He will fight the battle for you, and victory will be yours.

First Church of God in Harvey Sunday Morning - August 24th, 2008 Welcome....... This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it....(repeat) Are you glad to be in the house of God......elaborate.. Let us pray Our theme this year is, Say It In Love. The scripture ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-37

Denomination: Church Of God

Facing The Impossible

Contributed by Js Collins on Oct 31, 2013

Disclaimer: some not original : But we are all in need of a miracle. Let this word strengthen your faith. Help you face your impossibilities

The need of a Miracle Facing the impossible John 6 5-14 The need of a Miracle Miracles are no less needed today than when Jesus walked the earth. Every where He went he performed miracles. Thus people followed him because he healed many of the diseased. Why don’t we see them today. Would ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Facing Opposition Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 6, 2015

You will find that doing God's work, in God's way, will bring God's provision.

Facing Opposition Text: Acts 5:17-42 Introduction 1. In episode 5 of the A.D. series, we see how even in the midst of persecution, the apostles of the early church continued to be obedient in declaring the Gospel. They faced opposition from the religious and political leaders of the time, many ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Methodist

The Face Of Favoritism Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 21, 2011

After 8 months sidetrack, this message brings us back to James to hear his words about living and life. Favoritism is an ugly thing anywhere at anytime, but especially for God’s family.

The Face of Favoritism James 2:1-13 * I recently read a story about a man who was the interim pastor of a church. He hadn’t been at the church for long, so the people didn’t know him very well yet. (Interim pastors are in a very unique position. Many times they have a lot more insight into what’s ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Impossible

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Jun 28, 2011

What are the impossible situations that you are facing today? I have good news for you my friend. You don’t have to panic. You don’t have to give up. You don’t have to close your eyes to ignore the problem and pretend that they do not exist.

FACING THE IMPOSSIBLE What are the impossible situations that you are facing today? I have good news for you my friend: You don’t have to panic! You don’t have to give up! You don’t have to close your eyes to ignore the problem and pretend that they do not exist! Let us read our text today. Exo ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:15-30, Exodus 14:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Slap In The Face Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 18, 2011

A sermon on Hebrews 10:26-31 (Outline taken from Sermon Central contributor Doug Lyon from his sermon called "Worse Than Death")

HoHum: We have all been around people who could change their moods at the flip of a switch. Don’t know exactly how to take them. Have a good time with them and then out of nowhere they slap us in the face. Bob Deffinbaugh tells about one of his teachers who was like this. His name was Mr. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:26-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Face Of God Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 9, 2011

If you’re looking for the face of God in your life, look for it in the face of forgiveness on your brother; look for it in the face of favor on your sister; and look for it in the face of fellowship with your brothers in sisters in Christ.

Some time ago, a small east coast community was struggling financially, so they called an open town meeting to discuss the problem. A couple dozen people were there, including a stranger that no one seemed to know. Most assumed he was a tourist who had just dropped in on the meeting. He started ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 33:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

In The Face Of Evil Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 16, 2011

How often do we lament the fact that those who live EVIL lives seem to be getting away with things and those of us living FOR Christ seem to be getting the short end of the stick? Doesn't it make you angry... I know I don't like it, but God has a plan and

Luke 23:1-5 [ESV] 1Then the whole company of them arose and brought him before Pilate. 2And they began to accuse him, saying, "We found this man misleading our nation and forbidding us to give tribute [TAXES] to Caesar, and saying that he himself is Christ, a king." 3And Pilate asked him, "Are you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Temptation Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 21, 2011

Jesus' encounter with Satan helps us to understand the power of temptations and ways to overcome it.

Matthew 4:1-11 “Facing Temptation” INTRODUCTION Video: “Temptation—Deep Thoughts By a Shallow Christian This brief video seems to echo the thoughts and actions of many people in our modern society. It is commonly believed that sin has no consequence and the resisting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Get In Their Faces Series

Contributed by T D on Mar 29, 2011

This is a series about Jesus sending out the 72 followers to prepare the towns to hear from Jesus himself. In the same manner we can use the principles to reach a new generation and lay the ground work for Jesus to transform lives.

Series: Aggressive Evangelism Get in Their Face Luke 10:1-3, Acts 5:41-42 The entire world is convinced they have what they need to exist – and the people in our country seem to be convinced that somehow even if they die things will work out in the end if they have good intentions. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Facing The Giants

Contributed by John Putty on Apr 16, 2011

Dealing with obstacles to church growth spiritual and practical

Facing the Giants 1 Sam 17:1-11(KJV) 1 Now the Philistines gathered together their armies to battle, and were gathered together at Shochoh, which belongeth to Judah, and pitched between Shochoh and Azekah, in Ephesdammim. 2 And Saul and the men of Israel were gathered together, and pitched by the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God