Sermons on Fire And Brimstone:

A Sacred Gathering

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

We need to come before the presence of Almighty God.

"A Sacred Gathering" Joel 2:12-13 'Even now,' declares the LORD, 'return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning.' {13} Rend your heart and not your garments. Return to the LORD your God, for he is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love, and he ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ten Lepers

Contributed by John Skaggs on Oct 18, 2000

(Luke 17:11-19 NASB) "And it came about while He was on the way to Jerusalem, that He was passing between Samaria and Galilee.

(Luke 17:11-19 NASB) "And it came about while He was on the way to Jerusalem, that He was passing between Samaria and Galilee. {12} And as He entered a certain village, ten leprous men who stood at a distance met Him; {13} and they raised their voices, saying, "Jesus, Master, HAVE MERCY ON US!" ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:10-19, Luke 17:10

Developing A Generous Spirit

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Oct 18, 2000

One of the most committed Christians with one of the most brilliant minds in the evangelical world gave a talk to several hundred business and Christian leaders in our city, Cleveland, Ohio.

One of the most committed Christians with one of the most brilliant minds in the evangelical world gave a talk to several hundred business and Christian leaders in our city, Cleveland, Ohio. Ravi Zacharias talked about the foundations that have been destroyed in our culture and so desperately need ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Easter: Do You Have Your Eggs In The Wrong Basket?

Contributed by Jay Parr on Oct 18, 2000

Easter is such a wonderful time.

Easter is such a wonderful time. Easter egg hunts! Hey, Easter is a great time for Kids. Just like other holidays, families renew bonds and show love that is healthy for all of our children to experience. What are some other things? New dresses are bought by ladies to wear to church services, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Can You Pass The Test?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

What is true faith? There is so much misinformation being offered that we need to know the Truth and then He will set us free.

Can You Pass The Test? 1 John 4:1-6 Reverend Bible was a fourth generation preacher. He was his father's son. He was a chip off the old block. While he was growing up he watched his father mount the pulpit week after week at First Church and offer his thoughts to the people. The son of a preacher ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowing And Doing God's Will

Contributed by Dennis Volz on Oct 18, 2000

I. The basic meaning of the word "church" in the New Testament is found in two Greek words: A.

I. The basic meaning of the word "church" in the New Testament is found in two Greek words: A. KURIAKON meaning "that which belongs to the Lord." Illustrations: I Corinthians. 11:20, "The Lord's Supper." Romans. 14:8, "We are the Lord's." B. Most common: EKKLESIA (used 111 times in the New ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Bearing Burdens 

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 18, 2000

Christians should help to bear the burdens of others.

BEARING BURDENS Gal. 6:1-5 INTRO.- ILL.- An airline company was disturbed over a high percentage of accidents so they decided to eliminate human errors by building a completely computerized plane. "Ladies and gentlemen," came a voice over the PA during the initial flight, "It may interest you to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Life We Live 

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 18, 2000

The Christian way of life deals with worhsip and work.

INTRO.- The life we live, i.e. the Christian life, is different from the way most folks live. HAVEN’T YOU NOTICED? ILL.- An old miser had very few friends. Just before he died he called his doctor, lawyer and minister together around his bedside. He said, "I have always heard you can’t take your ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Restorative Justice #4: Samson's Revenge, Jesus' Redemption Series

Contributed by Anne Grant on Oct 11, 2001

Two men made for God’s purpose: one chooses his own pleasure and becomes a terrorist bent on revenge, fighting a holy war. He commits suicide bringing down a building, killing thousands. The other gives up his rights, chooses death, and redeems the world.

Samson’s Revenge and Jesus’ Redemption, Judges 13-16 Restorative Justice Series #4 Trinity United Methodist Church, Providence, RI October 7, 2001 Rev. Anne Grant We have been hearing some powerful stories about heroism Over the past few weeks. We read them in newspapers and magazines. We hear ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Methodist

Paradise Regained

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 8, 2000

What has been lost through sin has been reclaimed by our Glorious Savior!

Paradise Regained Hebrews 2:5-9 Something has gone wrong. We know in our hearts that things are not right. There is an emptiness that we cannot fill. We know that there is a sadness that cannot be escaped. We know that there is an anxiety that cannot be stilled. We are drinking from the cup of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Tribute To John

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 15, 2000

John the Baptist pays tribute to Jesus; and in recording his words, John the Apostle pays tribute to him.

This portion of John’s gospel, when seen in context with surrounding narrative, at first may appear out of place. John has documented Jesus’ discourse with the Pharisee, Nicodemus, and early in the next chapter he records His conversation with the Samaritan woman by Jacob’s well near Sychar. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36, John 3:22-27

Denomination: Orthodox

Get A Life

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 18, 2000

Jesus would have us to receive and live a life of abundance for which he came to give humanity.

"Get A Life": John 1:1-14 - Rev. Antonio L. Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church The philosopher, Henry David Thoreau, once said that most of us 'lead lives of quiet desperation." It would seem that Thoreau is right. Many of us are in the land of the living but our lives are not ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

God Is Number One Series

Contributed by Scott Heine on Nov 20, 2000

First in a series on the Ten Commandments, focusing on the necessary priority of God in our lives.

Rule #1: God Is Number One! By Pastor Scott Heine Estrella Community Church · Goodyear, AZ June 4, 2000 If you could rate your life on a scale of 1 to 10 today, what rating would you give it? I’m talking about an overall rating — one that takes all aspects of your life into account: ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Would Have Thought...?

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

We need to trust God because He knows what He is doing: Though our lives may seem very confusing at times, though it may often seem that God is far away and has forgotten about us, we still need to trust.

Who would have thought it? The St. Louis Rams were the best football team in the NFL this past season. They compiled a 13-3 record, then beat the Vikings and Bucs in the playoffs, and finally edged out the Titans to win the Super Bowl. But, six months ago, if you would have said the Rams would ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:7

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage Matters

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

What does God say about marriage?

The pastor was visiting the fourth-grade Sunday School class to talk about marriage as part of the lesson. He asked the class, "What does God say about marriage?" Immediately one boy replied, "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do." Well, friends, that is not exactly a proper ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-40

Denomination: Baptist