Sermons on Familiarity:

A Feast In The Desert Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 20, 2017

Facing a great multitude, the disciples faced a problematic situation - how to handle their hunger and need. Jesus took what appeared to be insufficient and provided more than enough. We can bring our meager supply before Him and receive abundance.

A Feast in the Desert Mark 6: 35-44 Our text today is one of the most familiar accounts recorded in the gospels. In fact, this is the only miracle Jesus performed that is recorded in all four of the gospels. It is a story that many of us have heard all our lives. I suppose it resonated so well ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:35-44

Denomination: Baptist

Business Partners For Success...in Time And Eternity!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Nov 16, 2013

With the Holy Spirit as our Senior Partner in the Holy Covenant ratified by the Precious Blood of Christ we have entered into an eternal partnership that daily loads us with benefits and anticipates an eternal bonus!

We are all familiar with the well known benediction: The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14 KJV According to Strong's the word communion is taken from the Greek: koinonia meaning: partnership, that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prepare To Meet Thy God

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 24, 2012

A gospel sermon on Amos 4:12 (Outline and material adapted from Ed Wood of Sermon Central: http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/prepare-to-meet-thy-god-ed-wood-sermon-on-evangelism-urgency-123934.asp. Closing illustration taken from Frederick Baker II o

HoHum: There are many important events that take place in a person’s life: Birth, first word, first step, first date, marriage, first job, first promotion, etc. Not all of these happen in every life. Regardless of the person, or the event, no experience can outmeasure the experience of ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Know Christ Better

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jan 6, 2014

Among the resolutions we can make, resolving to know Christ better is one of the best things we can do for ourselves

To Know Christ Better Ephesians 1:15-19 Text: “...that you may know him better.” (v17) I have more than 200 Facebook friends which is quite moderate to some people I know who have over 600! I would like to say "I know them all”! Actually, I know some things about all of them, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-19

Denomination: Salvation Army

Willyou Have This Man/Woman? Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 7, 2013

Jesus used many parts of the Jewish wedding in symbolism of the Christian Life. In this message we look at the words Jesus used in the institution of the Lord's supper in light of the Jewish Marriage proposal.

“WILL HOU HAVE THIS MAN / WOMAN?” Dorn Ridge, May 30, 2010 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Probably many here will be to a wedding sometime this year. 2.) Most of us attend one or more weddings each year. 3.) As we go to a wedding ceremony there is usually what is referred to as the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowing The God Of Power

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Sep 11, 2020

Are you satisfied with merely knowing the acts, and power of God, or do you want to know the Miracle Worker?

KNOWING THE GOD OF POWER "7 And the Lord said to Moses, “Go, get down! For your people whom you brought out of the land of Egypt have corrupted themselves. 8 They have turned aside quickly out of the way which I commanded them. They have made themselves a molded calf, and worshiped it and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:7-8, Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judgement Belongs To The Lord

Contributed by Mark Van Cuylenburg on Mar 27, 2020

About every 2000 years God disciplines or punishes His creation. Could it be that the current Corona Virus Crisis is one such occasion.

Judgement belongs to The Lord 2nd Samuel 24:17 - When David saw the angel who was striking down the people, he said to the Lord, “I have sinned; I, the shepherd, have done wrong. These are but sheep. What have they done? Let your hand fall on me and my family.” Many people have said it in recent ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:17, Exodus 20:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Word As Seed

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 19, 2020

Are we deep or shallow? Are we quitters or do we last the distance? Are we choking in worldly cares? Do we receive the word of God? Is it fruitful in us? Let’s understand the Parable of the Sower in Matthew 13:1-23.

Are we deep or shallow? Are we quitters or do we last the distance? Are we choking in worldly cares? Do we receive the word of God? Is it fruitful in us? Let’s understand the Parable of the Sower in Matthew 13:1-23. The Parable Then He spoke many things to them in parables, saying: “Behold, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Far Country

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Aug 15, 2020

I believe the prodigal was a wayward (backslidden) Christian.

The Far Country (Luke 15: 11-24) Introduction. This text is one of the most familiar in the New Testament. Every preacher has a sermon on "The prodiga1 son. Well, I have one too. In keeping with our modern soap operas etc., I have divided mine into episodes. I believe the prodigal was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Home For Christmas - Code #2 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 16, 2020

Christmas is a special time of year! But do we know the code that could make Christmas feel like home rather than just a season?

Home For Christmas Pt. 2 - Code #2 I. Introduction A human baby mistaking taken to the North Pole by Santa is raised by elves and learns the elf code by which he lives his life. Then after being informed by Santa that he has a human father in New York, Buddy the Elf travels to find him and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Introduction To The Book Of Daniel Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 30, 2021

A few background details before getting into the study.

Tonight, we begin a more detailed look at the book of Daniel. I’m not exactly sure where God will lead us in this study. There are only 12 chapters in the book of Daniel but I’m not sure how detailed God will get us. But I anticipate this study taking 5-6 months or longer. So, hang on. Fasten ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Agony In The Garden Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 4, 2022

Based on Mark 14:32-50 - Reminds hearers that Jesus' submission to His Father's will is critical to our salvation.

“AGONY IN THE GARDEN” Mark 14:32-50 FBCF – 4/3/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – “Man-Up” Wed AM: Wind howling outside the church. Men praying inside the church. Started by praying through Psalm 42. Verses 5-6, 11 – “Why are you downcast, O my soul, & why are you in turmoil within me?” The Psalmist ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-50

Denomination: Baptist

18 The Mighty Calm Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Nov 19, 2020

This devotion is about the calm that came upon the sea after the sailors threw Jonah into the sea. This is the 18th of 31 devotions in a series called 'The Church Called Jonah.'

# 18 – The Mighty Calm Jonah 1:15-16 – “Then they took Jonah and threw him overboard, and the raging sea grew calm. At this the men greatly feared the LORD, and they offered a sacrifice to the LORD and made vows to him.” “Then they took Jonah and threw him overboard…” We’ve already seen how ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:15-16, 1 Timothy 6:5, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Family Business (2018)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 20, 2022

How would you have felt if you had been Mary? Today’s text points out three important things, separation, recovery and discipleship.

THE FAMILY BUSINESS Text: Luke 2:41 - 52 The late John Hughes is one of my favorite filmmakers. He was known for making many come-of-age movies like Pretty in Pink, The Breakfast Club, Ferris Beuller’s Day Off, Weird Science, Uncle Buck. He was also well known for two classic ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: United Methodist

Repentance

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Dec 27, 2020

Repentance isn’t a one-time change of heart, but it should be an integral part of our spiritual growth. It’s been said that the essential quality of a saint is to have a repentant heart. That requires a sensitive conscience and a teachable spirit.

“Repentance” Matthew 3:1-12 [Read Mt. 3:1-12] I was once asked to preach a revival at a neighboring church, and when I accepted the host pastor told me, “Don’t hold back. The harder the preaching, the more they like it.” That statement took me by surprise. I’m still not sure if that was true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-12