Sermons on First Love:

Alone, But Not Forgotten

Contributed by Charles Thomas Jr. on May 28, 2002

Dealing with adverse situations,physically and emotionally, that cause people to feel alone and abandoned.

ALONE, BUT NOT FORGOTTEN II II Samuel 9:1-13 MAY 19,2002 INTRODUCTION: MANY PEOPLE LIVE IN A STATE OF LONELINESS. PEOPLE WHO ARE BY THEMSELVES, OUT OF THE MAINSTREAM OF SOCIETY WITH NO SOCIAL ACTIVITY OR FRIENDSHIPS OUTSIDE THEMSELVES. THERE ARE A GREAT MANY OTHERS WHO LIVE RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Apprentice Series

Contributed by Ric Freeman on May 2, 2004

loosely based on "the Travelers Gift" by Andy Andrews

The Apprentice April 18, 2004 AM Psalm 25:1-14 There is much talk right now about another of the reality type TV shows called the "Apprentice. It stars Donald Trump -- the billionaire -- And it gives young men and women a chance to work under him and possibly land a really nice job. And of course ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-14

Denomination: Charismatic

Be Prepared - Scout Sunday Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 6, 2005

So, just why did David pick up "5" smooth stones? It was because long before Scouting began, David understood the Scout Motto "Be Prepared"

OPEN: A bricklayer had an accident at work and filed following insurance report: On the day of my accident I was working alone on the roof of a 6-story building. When I completed my work I discovered that I had about 500 pounds of brick left over. Rather than carry the bricks down by hand, I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-53

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christmas Covenant[2004]

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 21, 2004

1 of 1. God informed Jeremiah & Jeremiah the people, of the promise of a new covenant to fulfill the ineffective covenant. God’s people have the promise of an effective covenant. But what is the Christmas Covenant? The Christmas Covenant is....

THE CHRISTMAS COVENANT—Jeremiah 31:31-34 God informed Jeremiah & Jeremiah the people, of the promise of a new covenant to supplant/fulfill/uphold/empower the ineffective covenant. God’s people have the promise of an effective covenant. What is the Christmas Covenant? Why is the promise of a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Human Characters Determined Only By Divine Decision. Series

Contributed by Fredric Lozo on Dec 23, 2004

This Sermon is #15 from Rev. Andrew Lee’s SERMONS published in 1803 by Isaiah Thomas, Jr. at Lisbon, Connecticut.

INTRODUCTION: The entire book Andrew’s Lee’s Sermons is available free at Project Gutenberg as e-Text #15031. SERMON XV. Human Characters determined only by Divine decision. 1 Corinthians iv. 3,4. "But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged of you, or of man’s judgment; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Am I Spiritual Enough? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 19, 2003

4th sermon in series - "Living Life on Purpose, Christ’s Answers to Our Questions".

There are two questions pointed in Christ’s direction in our scripture today. Verse 11 - And when the Pharisees saw this, they said to His disciples, "Why does your Teacher eat with the tax-gatherers and sinners?" Verse 14 - Then the disciples of John came to Him, saying, "Why do we and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Working At Resting Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Dec 12, 2004

Shall we go forward, following Jesus Christ, trusting Him for salvation or shall we turn back to our old way of life?

Working at resting! The Jewish believers to whom Hebrews was written were facing important decisions. Did they go forward, following Jesus Christ; trusting Him for their salvation? Or did they go back to their old way of life with its thousands of years of history and traditions? Hebrews has ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth Will Set You Free

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 5, 2003

REFORMATION(C)/3RD LAST - The truth will set you free because we are not slaves but we are God’s children.

THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE John 8:31:36 - November 2, 2003 Reformation JOHN 8:31-36 31To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. 32Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." 33They answered ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Climb A High Mountain

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 11, 2006

This text about the Mt. of transfiguration tells us how we can experience a greater spiritual high.

INTRO.- Mountain top experiences are rare but they do happen. ILL.- Carrie Underwood won the “American Idol” in 2005 and this year, Monday, Nov. 6th, she won the Female Vocalist of the Year award at the Country Music awards. She also won the Horizon award, which the best new artist. She said was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power In Reserve

Contributed by James May on Aug 27, 2006

We have power in reserve, through the Lord Jesus Christ, to overcome every trial and persecution. God will see us through.

Power in Reserve By Pastor Jim May It seems that there is never a day when we do not hear of someone who is having some problems. Just this week we have seen several of our own church family who have had some hard times. Two of the ladies have had to have surgery. I’m glad to say that both are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Without Hesitation; Without Reservation

Contributed by Gary Snider on Oct 27, 2010

A look at Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego

-By way of introduction, I would like to give a brief look at the three young men, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, better known by the names given to them Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego -Their Hebrew names could be interpreted as ...Daniel “God is my judge”...Hananiah “God is ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - Miracle Worker Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 27, 2011

We often need to be reminded how powerful and special of a Savior we serve. Miracles are things that many discount, but they are a stark reminder that God is in control and when ALL seems hopeless or when something seems impossible... God can make it happ

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 26, 2011 Date Preached: February 27, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: Jesus - Miracle Worker Sermon Text: John 6:1-21 [ESV] Introduction: 1After this Jesus went away to the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Of The Cross

Contributed by Leroy Redding on Jul 10, 2007

The importance of the cross of Christ.

THE MESSAGE OF THE CROSS I Corinthians 1:18-2:5 “The message of the cross is foolishness to the unbeliever, but it demonstrates the power and wisdom of God to the believer” Robert Fulton in a move known as “Fulton’s Folly” tried to launch a steamboat in the Seine River in France in 1803. It ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Protesting Or Practicing Praise Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 16, 2007

We either practice praise or protest against it.

The Hallelujah Factor Series Based upon Jack Taylor’s book The Hallelujah Factor Protesting or Practicing Praise Pt. 1 July 15, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A Praise is any vocal, audible and/or visible adoration of God. 1 Series ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Vantage Point: Mankind Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 17, 2008

Last of four sermons discussing Christmas from the vantage point of major contributors in the story of the incarnation.

Opening Set of Praise and Worship Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee Hark The Herald Angels Sing While I’m Waiting Do You Hear What I Hear? Your Grace Is Enough Welcome and Announcements Advent Candle VANTAGE POINT—MANKIND Vantage Point Christmas—Part 4 There is only one Christmas story. It was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-31

Denomination: *other