Sermons on Fig Tree Withers:

Murderer Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 10, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Matthew 5: 21 – 26

Matthew 5: 21 – 26 Murderer 21 “You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not murder, and whoever murders will be in danger of the judgment.’ 22 But I say to you that whoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Christmas Cast Of Characters (Joseph) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 18, 2012

The story of Christmas is wrapped around people... real life people. This four-sermon-series looks closely at this special cast of characters in an attempt to find our stories in theirs. Alliterated and expository, with PowerPoint available.

Christmas: Cast of Characters (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/9/2012 This time of year is always special. Families all have their different traditions: decorating the Christmas tree, hanging stockings, traveling to visit family and friends. You may enjoy driving around ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Christian Church

King David & Uriah's Wife Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 21, 2012

Forgiveness, redemption, providence

KING DAVID AND URIAH’S WIFE Matt 1:6 (p 681) December 16, 2012 INTRODUCTION: I was watching this documentary about Lincoln’s assassination the other day and they interviewed some of the elderly members of John Wilkes Booth’s family… One of them was his 97 year old great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remember Now…!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 28, 2013

In times of difficulty, distress, discouragement and disaster we need to remember and focus on Who we serve and Whose we are for He is ever able to deliver!

But, beloved, remember ye the words which were spoken before of the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ; How that they told you there should be mockers in the last time, who should walk after their own ungodly lusts. These be they who separate themselves, sensual, having not the Spirit. But ye, ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Defeating Your Own Personal Drought

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Aug 2, 2011

To share how we can overcome difficult times by Soaking in God's Word, Soaking in Prayer, and Soaking in service to God.

Someone published this request online: “Please pray for rain: "It’s so dry in Tennessee that the Baptists are starting to baptize by sprinkling; the Methodists are using wet-wipes; the Presbyterians are giving out rain-checks; and the Catholics are praying for the wine to turn back into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Other

If You Point Out These Things Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 12, 2011

1- Point out the importance of godliness 2- Point out the assistance of exercise 3- Point out the acceptance of salvation

INTRO. - ILL.- Preacher G. Campbell Morgan who passed away in 1945 once told this story about his granddaughter, Penelope. One day Penelope rushed indoors shouting, “Oh, mama, there’s a big black bear in the backyard!” Her mother said, “You know perfectly well that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jude 1-24 Proclaiming And Contending For The Faith

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 20, 2011

All the way from Eden even until our present time the devil has been constantly busy trying to cast doubt on God’s forever settled Word. There have always been spiritual trouble makers among believers and Jude will point some of these out.

JUDE 1-24 PROCLAIMING AND CONTENDING FOR THE FAITH 8-20-11 Today Lord willing I am going to talk for a few minutes on the satanic forces that are trying to tear down the truth of the Word of God, and trying too cause us to wonder about our salvation. All the ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Fruit-Full Marriage: Faithfulness (Faithful Love) Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 28, 2011

Marriage is more about being the right mate than it is finding the right mate; the Fruit of the Spirit make you the right mate.

A FRUIT-FULL MARRIAGE: FAITHFUL LOVE* GALATIANS 5:13-26 Sermon Objective: Loving God and loving humankind is the pinnacle of faith and existence; all Spiritual virtues flow from these. GALATIANS 5:13-26 13 You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Nazarene

The Test Of Faith Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 5, 2011

TESTING YOUR FAITH

THE TEST OF FAITH JAMES 1:1 18 This morning I want to begin a study in the book of James but I want to do things a little differently than we normally would. In each bulletin should have been an outline of the book of James...one that I will be using as a basic framework for this series. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Jesus Is .....

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 16, 2011

Who is to lead our churches. Paul writes that in Jesus everything is revealed.

JESUS IS …… COLOSSIANS 1:15-22 Intro: A young sentry was on guard duty for the 1st time, and he had orders not to admit any car unless it had a special identification seal on its bumper. About the middle of the night, an unmarked car approached his guard shack and the sentry stopped ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

Shove That Job - I'll Take It

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 29, 2011

You cannot watch a news program without hearing about record unemployment and job plans. Johnny Paycheck, “Take this job and shove it” is now “Shov that job - I’ll take it.” Your job is a big deal to God!

Introduction A You cannot watch a news program without hearing about record unemployment and job plans. 1 People want to work but can’t any jobs. a My dad telling me he could quit one job and go across the street to work the following day. b Johnny Paycheck, “Take this job and shove ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Approved Worker Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 6, 2011

The approved worker for the Lord is busy doing God’s business. What business? 1- God’s worker reminds people of scriptural truth 2- God’s worker correctly handles God’s Word 3- God’s worker avoids anything ungodly

INTRO.- Did you ever know a “yes man” or “a teacher’s pet”? These such people have been called by other names, which are not so flattering or nice. What’s the idea? The idea is someone who is always trying to please certain people (the teacher, the boss, etc.) in order to get on their good side. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Studies In Revelation Chapter 20 Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 12, 2011

This is a study of chapter 20 in the book of Revelation. This is a controversial subject but takes a conservative approach to understanding the book.

Note: I used many sources to study this book, one of my favorites is Revelation: God’s Word for the Biblically-Inept by Daymond Duck and some out of different study bibles. Title: The Millennium Theme: To show the coming of Christ and the 1000 yr. reign. Text: Revelation 20 Opening ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-15

Denomination: Church Of God

When God Gave A Party And Nobody Came

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Oct 24, 2011

An exegesis of the parable of the King who gave a wedding banquet for his son and people refused the invitation.

The parable at which we are looking today comes after a series of confrontations Jesus has had with the Pharisees — the religious leaders of the day. They question whether he has the right to do the things he does and by what authority he speaks. They do not want to be a part of his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Introduction To 3:16 Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 30, 2011

Introduction to the Sermon series on John 3:16

Note: I used Preachers Sermon and Outline Bible book on John for notes and research. Title: Unless You are Born Again Theme: Text: Joh 3:1-21 Introduction Views of the Gospels Matthew – Jesus Messiah Mark – Jesus Servant Luke – Jesus Son of Man John – Jesus Son of God People sometimes say that ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Church Of God