Sermons on First Things:

The Weakest Word In The English Language

Contributed by Robert Nixon on Feb 6, 2006

The weakest word in the English lanquage is "if". If only.....If only keeps us living in the past. The strongest word in the English language is "If". If you believe you will see the glory of God.

THE WEAKEST WORD IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE INTRODUCTION: TEXT: John 11:17-35. What is the weakest word in the English language in the context of helping people? It is the word “if”. “If only......” (V.21 and 22). “If only....” is the weakest word in the English language because it hinders or ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-35

Denomination: Methodist

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 17, 2006

The image of the good sheperd is a powerful one that enables us to envision God’s provisional and protective involvement in our lives.

John 10:11-18 “I am the Good Shepherd” INTRODUCTION One of the most common and popular images of Jesus is that of a good shepherd. This image has dominated Christian art for two millennia. If we have seen many stained glass windows, one or more of them probably had a shepherd theme. Those of ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Truly Loving Christ (Pastor Jose Gomez Jr)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 8, 2006

What happens when you stay in something long enough to make it a lifestyle while claiming a love for and complete devotion to Christ?

There is something that I struggle to reconcile as a church leader sometimes. It is the incongruency of the peoples’ actions with their claim to love and believe in Jesus Christ. Let me start by admitting that I have done some pretty stupid and sinful things in my life. I have made a complete fool ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If You Knew

Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 16, 2006

Our lack of knowledge hinder us from asking.

1stBBC If you knew John 4:6-7 Now Jacob’s well was there. Jesus therefore, being wearied with his journey, sat thus on the well: and it was about the sixth hour. There cometh a woman of Samaria to draw water: Jesus saith unto her, Give me to drink. John 4:10 Jesus answered and said unto her, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

A Story Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Steve Severance on Mar 20, 2006

What does St. Patrick’s Day have to do with Forgiveness? In this sermon we’ll find a great lesson on returning blessing for evil.

What must it be like to be kidnapped by foreigners at the age of 16? Succat found that out. Succat was born in Britain. His family was Christian but he considered himself to be a pagan. That is, until the awful day when Irish raiders had attacked Succat’s village and he had been kidnapped. Suddenly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:21

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

God's Promises Are No Laughing Matter Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 10, 2005

God takes his promises seriously and expects us to do the same.

GOD’S PROMISES ARE NO LAUGHING MATTER Text: Gen. 18:1-15; Gen. 21:1-7 Introduction 1. Read Gen. 18:1-15 2. God has a sense of humor.  He made me  My dog thinks she’s a cat 3. Except for when it comes to his promises. Thesis: God takes his promises seriously and expects us to ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Problem Solving In The Church Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 26, 2005

how did the church manage conflict

No plans for Valentine’s Day? No problem! Stay home and watch television. Besides, you can learn a lot about love from the shows you watch. Here are some of top TV love quotes: Law & Order’s Detective Lennie Briscoe "Love -- a dangerous disease instantly cured by marriage." "All human beings ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Missionary Mandate To Love One Another!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 9, 2005

God used Peter to write these words to a church under pressure, persecuted by the local community. Whatever our circumstances, Jesus has issued us with a missionary mandate to love one another deeply ...

This piece of scripture was written by the apostle Peter to a church which was under pressure. Opposition from the local community was high. Violence and persecution towards the church was quite normal. It is a long way from my experience, but the call of God for the church to be Good News is as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Anglican

Shepherd Or Hired Hand

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 4, 2006

This sermon investigates our relationship as sheep to Christ Jesus, the Good Shepherd.

John 10: 11 – 18 Hired Hands? Intro: Once there was a blonde who was really sick of all the blonde jokes. She decided to dye her hair and change her hairstyle. After her new makeover, she decided to take a drive through the countryside. She happened upon a shepherd with a large herd of sheep. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:11-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Bible's Superman

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 16, 2006

The strong man of the Bible.

Our Web Site: cbcbedford.com -------------------------------------- "THE BIBLE’S SUPERMAN" Judges 13:1-16:31 We are all familiar with the Comic Character, Superman: He was "Faster than a locomotive. More powerful than a speeding bullet. Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound. Look! ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A New You Series

Contributed by W F on Jun 5, 2006

Discover how to experience real and lasting life change.

INTRODUCTION In Ephesians 4 and 5 we discover how to experience real and lasting life change. God has a plan to create a new you. And your part in his plan is to join him bringing change in your life. 1. A New Way of Thinking. You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off ...read more

Denomination: *other

Contentment A Priceless Possession Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 7, 2006

True contentment depends not upon what we have but where we are -- In Christ (God)

PowerPoint Codes +New Slide, >Transition Mental Detectors — Ps 46 Everybody Is Searching For Something What Are You Searching For? + 1 in a series Contentment a Priceless Possession + Wisteria is the name of a lovely twisting vine with beautiful cascading blossoms. This flower of the pea family ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

That's Just Your Opinion

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 15, 2006

This is just the oponion of one dying thief.

THAT’S JUST YOUR OPINION LUKE 23:33-49 A. I use to listen to a radio talk show hose in L.A. that was super nasty. People would say to him, "That’s just your opinion" and he would always respond, "That’s true, but it is the only one I am qualified to give". B. Some of you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-49

Denomination: Baptist

The Key Of Worship Series

Contributed by Steve Mcfarland on Jan 16, 2005

Part 2 of this 4-part sermon series on worship defines the Key element needed for effective worship.

I.The Key Of Worship A. The Heart Of The Worshiper 1.A Pure Heart a.Matthew 5:8 – “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” In Psalm 24:3-5 the psalmist asks this question, “Who may ascend into the hill of the Lord? And who may stand in His holy place?” He then ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Our Attitude For The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 5, 2005

There are disputes over how often we observe the Lord’s supper, disputes over what type of bread, what type of wine, or juice to use. But there should be no dispute that we should observe the Lord’s supper in a right attitude!

A.T. Pierson (A pastor in the 1800’s) The link between the cross and the crown is the Table of the Lord. Do not forget when you sit down at the communion, that the bread and cup point back to Christ’s accomplished work, and forward to your accomplished salvation. I. Our attitude should be one of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:23-31

Denomination: Baptist