Sermons on Firstborn From The Dead:

From The Presence Of The Lord

Contributed by Greg Irby on Oct 18, 2000

The importance of the will of God in our lives.

Introduction: There are many people who has been called of God to do something and have obeyed. There are many people who have been called of God to do something, and ran from Him, instead of doing His will. Jonah was one who ran. Notice 1. REQUIREMENT OF GOD (Vss. 1-2) (Jonah 1:1-2) "Now ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom From An Ant

Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000

I. Introduction "Advice" - Famous man once said, "Old people love to give good advice because it saves them the trouble of being a good example.

I. Introduction "Advice" - Famous man once said, "Old people love to give good advice because it saves them the trouble of being a good example. "Only 10 minutes to speak" - French surgeon was once quoted as having said, "If I was given only 10 minutes in which to complete an operation, I’d first ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

From Fear To Joy

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

In this Christmas Day message, we see how the angels appeared to the shepherds, who were afraid when they saw them and teh glory of God. The angels tell them to not be afraid but to joyful.

Introductory Considerations 1. "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord." 2. It is with these words that the first newscast was made to the world about the greatest event ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

From Faith To Faith

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. IMPACT OF THIS EPISTLE 1.

A. IMPACT OF THIS EPISTLE 1. "When anyone gains a knowledge of this Epistle he has an entrance opened to him to all the most hidden treasures of Scripture." - John Calvin 2. "Time and again in the course of human history it has liberated the minds of men, brought them back to an understanding of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

From Frustration To Faith Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Habakkuk was perplexed why god seemed inactive when both church and state of Israel was corrupt but was assured that God was working his purposes out.

Do you sometimes get frustrated? If so, you’re not alone. The prophet Habakkuk did! The golden days for Israel when King David and King Solomon ruled a united and prosperous nation were long gone. The nation had split in two and was held in scorn by its powerful neighbours. But what was ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Down From The Mountain...

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Feb 23, 2002

The Transfiguration is marvellous, but after that you have to get back down the mountain and get on with the job of being one of Jesus’ disciples

Sermon: 2nd in Lent, Year A, 23rd February 2002 Text: Matthew 17:1-9 In the name of the +Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. The Transfiguration of Our Lord is one of those epiphanous moments – an episode where Jesus Christ is revealed as he truly is – not merely a fairly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Kept From Falling

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 28, 2002

The strength of God’s grace can heal inner weaknesses that would otherwise cause you to crumble.

It was at 5:30 a.m. on March 13, 1933 that a giant, vigorous redwood tree crashed to the floor of a california forest. Its fall ended a life of more than 1200 years. A section of the stump was removed and studied through the science of tree ring chronology and the life of the tree was ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Justice From Within

Contributed by Carla Powell on Mar 2, 2002

Overview of Nicodemus’ role in the gospel of John, particularly John 3:1-17 and John 7:51. Encourages hearers to get involved on behalf of God’s justice - even if they are the sole voice speaking out.

February 24, 2002 - Second Sunday in Lent (A) "Justice from Within" - John 3:1-17 Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. In our gospel lesson, Nicodemus, a leader of the Pharisees, comes to Jesus at night. He has some questions for Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, John 7:49-51

Denomination: Lutheran

Recovering From Failure

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 21, 2002

Most of us are never taught a skill that we will certainly need - How to recover from failure.

Recovering from Failure (Lk. 22:28-34. 54-62) Lk. 22: 28 You are those who have stood by me in my trials. 29 And I confer on you a kingdom, just as my Father conferred one on me, 30 so that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. 31 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:28-62

Denomination: Baptist

Protection From God

Contributed by Rev. K. Michael Bryant on Dec 13, 2002

Lessons of God’s Protection for us as seen through Psalms 121: 1-8.

God’s Protection Psalms 121:1-8 Musicians play “The Giving Song” Let me first pause and thank our Pastor. Let us pray: Father, coming as humbly as we know how…I have heard your voice speaking to me and Lord I ask that you grant me utterance now to speak your word. Create in your children ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Stealing From God Series

Contributed by Juan Lane on Dec 27, 2002

This passage warns us of the dangers of stealing from God

Stealing From God Scripture Reference Acts 5:1-4 (KJV) Acts 5:1-4 1 But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession, 2 And kept back part of the price, his wife also being privy to it, and brought a certain part, and laid it at the apostles’ feet. 3 But Peter said, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Covenant From God Series

Contributed by Juan Lane on Dec 27, 2002

This passage explains how to receive a covenant from God.

Covenant With God Scripture Reference: Genesis 12:1-3 (KJV) Genesis 12:1-3 1 Now the Lord had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father’s house, and unto a land that I will shew thee: 2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Sea To Sea

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2001

A Canada Day sermon, looking at our heritage and our potential

It was his custom to start his day with prayer and Scripture reading. And that morning was no exception; he felt that before he attended to the business of his country that first he must attend to the business of his soul. And as he read from God’s word his heart and eyes were drawn to Psalm 72:8 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

A View From Heaven Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 4, 2001

Giving to God can get Heaven’s attention and have benefits that only the faithful can realize.

Open: A preacher died and found himself waiting in line at the Pearly Gates. Ahead of him was a guy dressed in sunglasses, a loud shirt, leather jacket and jeans. Saint Peter addresses him, "Who are you, so that I may know whether or not to admit you into Heaven?" The guy replies, "I’m Joe ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Advice From A Veteran

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Nov 6, 2001

Suggestions from David on spiritual warfare.

Here are the suggestions of David, the great veteran warrior for God, on engaging the enemy in spiritual warfare: 1. Focus on God, not your fear. (Psalm 27:1-3) Notice how David extols God first. Then, in comparison to God, he has no need of fearing his enemies. "The LORD is my light and my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Baptist