Sermons on Flock:

Lessons On Obedience And Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 30, 2007

Before Jesus ascends, the disciples get a crash course on what is needed to carry on the ministry of Jesus to which they have been called--and they just thought they were going fishing.

John 21:1-19 “Lessons on Obedience and Forgiveness” INTRODUCTION The school year is drawing to a close. Both students and teachers are talking about the end of school and are looking forward to the summer break. Before the end of school can occur, though, students must take the dreaded final ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Lutheran

The Blessing's Of The New Covenant

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Mar 2, 2007

The discription of the covenant we have now entered into with Christ as our Savior.

The Blessings of the New Covenant Hebrews 13: 18-21 INTRODUCTION: Let’s look at the description of God and Jesus in these verses before we get started. “The God of Peace” in verse 20 ~But why the God of Peace, rather than the God of Power, or the God of Grace, or the God of Glory? ~Because ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Requires Your Tithe!

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 6, 2005

Jesus says; If you want to be called great in the Kingdom Of God you must practice and teach His commandments, including the tithe.

Matthew 5:17-19 “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mixed Metaphors Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Oct 10, 2006

3 of 5 messages in Colossians. This message deals with spiritual growth and the source of spiritual strength. Several illustrations and thoughts came from Brian Bill - Sermon Central Contributer.

Life 101 Deeply Rooted Mixed Metaphors In Colossians 2:6-7, Paul mixes several metaphors in order to describe the process of spiritual growth: Many commentators believe that this is the theme of the entire book, sort of like the hinge point of Colossians. Spiritual progress is an orderly ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"How Do You Spell Christmas?" Series

Contributed by Danny Moss on Dec 8, 2006

This message brings out many of the blessings of Christmas that God gives us all in giving Christ.

"HOW DO YOU SPELL Christmas?" Preached-at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Sunday morning, Dec. 10th, 2006 Rev. Danny Moss, pastor mssdnny@yahoo.com Introduction- How do you spell Christmas? I believe that one way we can spell it is P E A C E. That was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Nov 9, 2006

Showing how the Good Shepherd can draw near in a time of grief, bringing comfort and salvation.

SCRIPTURE READING: JOHN 10:9 – 18 (SELECTED VERSES) 9. I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. He will come in and go out, and find pasture. 10. I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. 11. "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Avoid Second Guessing God

Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 15, 2007

Biblical perspectives on dealing with life’s unanswered questions .

How to Avoid Second Guessing God 1 Then Job replied to the Lord: 2 “I know that you can do anything, and no one can stop you. 3 You asked, ‘Who is this that questions my wisdom with such ignorance?’ It is I—and I was talking about things I knew nothing about, things far too wonderful for me. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Apolitic Nature Of Revelations Pt.3. Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Aug 26, 2005

Revelations is a book of many things, prophecy, symbolism, joy, terror and mystery. It captivates people because it is the only book in any religion that gives specifics on the coming end of the world.

The Apolitic Nature of Revelations pt.3. The next question that we will look at is, 5. Why are so many interested and captivated by the Book of Revelations ? ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Starting Down The Thessalonian Thoroughfare Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 4, 2007

An ideal church is made up of Christians who sense no constraint to follow the crowd and are eager to learn and obey God’s Word.

Starting Down the Thessalonian Thoroughfare (I Thessalonians 1:1, Acts 17:1-12) 1.) Author: Paul (with Silas and Timothy) Original language: Greek Date written: 51A.D. Written from Corinth, where Silas and Timothy had rejoined Paul after checking up on the Thessalonian church. "This is a letter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming Fear

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 8, 2007

A short devotional message about getting control over fear.

Controlling Fear Sean Lester January 5, 2007 For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. So do not be ashamed to testify about our Lord, or ashamed of me his prisoner. But join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God, 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joy In The Midst Of Trouble

Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 25, 2006

Joy to the world, the Lord is come! "It’s the most wonderful time of the year!" Or is it…? What one word describes Christmas for you? It is joyful? Or is it Depressing? Stressful? How do we experience God’s joy?

THOUGH TROUBLE, YET JOY! INTRODUCTION: “Joy to the world, the Lord is come! It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” Or is it…? What one word describes Christmas for you? Is it joyful? Or is it depressing? Stressful? How do we experience God’s joy? OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Santa ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-17

Denomination: *other

When Everyone's Gone Series

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Dec 31, 2004

The theme will be disappointment. For many people, the days after Christmas are filled with disappointment and for some, depression. The excitement of the holidays is over and everyone has gone home. Those whose children are now adults find themselves at

Luke 2:8-24, 39-40 My wife began the sermon by telling about the birth of our first son and the feeling she had when everyone went home and we were left alone to care for and raise him. There is always a “coming down” after an exciting event. The event can be the birth of a child, a spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-40

Denomination: Methodist

You Can Learn A Lot From An Ant

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 12, 2009

Many of lifes greatest spiritual truths come to us through the most unusual things. God uses natural things to teach us spiritual things.

6 Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: 7 Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler, 8 Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest. Jesus said, Work while it is day for the night cometh when no man can work.. Jesus said Walk while you have the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

02 The Lord Is My Shepherd; I Shall Not Want. Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 28, 2011

How small I am yet how great He is over & beyond this mighty universe and He is my shepherd

- Sheep require more attention than any other livestock. - They just can’t take care of themselves. - A shepherd with his flocks was completely responsible for their EVERYTHING - good pasture, still water (sheep are afraid of running noisy streams), care, discipline, and protection from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

Nights Of Miracles

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 10, 2008

A Communion meditation that compares and contrasts the night of the Lord’s birth with the night of His betrayal and the night on which He shall return. Designed to be spoken in sections during the Communion service.

A night of miracles?! Yes, it was. A night of miracles, more than one. A miracle that the child of promise should finally be born, a miracle that a virgin should conceive and bear a son and we would call His name Immanuel, a miracle that from lowly shepherds to lofty wise men to angelic choirs ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist