Sermons on Forgiving God:

Simple Restoration

Contributed by Scott Cody on Jul 9, 2007

A study of Naaman and God’s simple process of restoration.

1. Lesson Intro a. Restoration is difficult work i. easier to build a home than to restore one b. Washington monument i. 1886 - $250,000 ii.Renovation 1986 – 86 million. c. Restoring one’s life is just as difficult. 2. The Work of Art a. (2 Ki 5:1) " ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Costs Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 9, 2007

While traveling to Jerusalem, a Samaritan village refuses to welcome Jesus and his disciples. Instead of judgment, Jesus demonstrates to his followers overwhelming compassion and reminds us of how he moves in our lives.

Luke 9:51-62 “Love Costs” INTRODUCTION The stories that we have of Jesus give us snapshots of Jesus, his life and his ministry. Snapshots are powerful communicators. They can, however, limit the information they convey, or massage it. We only see the story that is contained within the frame ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Lutheran

Un Pequeño Paso De Fe Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Jul 9, 2007

Un pequeño paso de fe puede descencadenar grandes efectos en la historia

Un pequeño paso de fe Intro: Hace 14 años, una tarde mientras me bañaba, noté una pequeña protuberancia en mi cuero cabelludo. Al explorar un poco más de cerca, me di cuenta de que el abultamiento estaba formado por capas de piel seca y muerta que se desgajaba como hojuelas. Me encontraba ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

It Is Enough!

Contributed by David Trexler on May 10, 2007

The Ascension of Jesus the Christ should be enough for all of us.

Act 1 verses 1-11 & Luke 24 verses 44-53 Ascension 2007 This coming Thursday is the Ascension of our Lord. In preparing for today’s message I realized in the time I have been here, I have always, always focused my efforts upon Mother’s Day and the Biblical text associated with this particular ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

God Can Make The Vilest Sinner Clean

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007

Evangelistic Sermon - based out of Acts, the conversion of Saul

God Can Make the Vilest Sinner Clean Evangelistic Sermon Acts 8:1-3; 9:1-22 Over the past month in our study of the book of James in both morning and evening services, we found out “How to Live the Christian Life” by looking to God through Faith and having patience and endurance through all of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Weeds, Water, And Insects Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on May 21, 2007

There are natural enemies to growth that must be confronted and overcome through spiritual weapons.

WEEDS, WATER, AND INSECTS Mark 7:1-23 (NIV) Sermon Objective: There are natural enemies to growth that must be confronted and overcome through spiritual weapons. SERIES INTRO: We are in a sermon series today from Mark’s Gospel called “Life on the Farm.” It will focus on some of the basics of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Gaining From Your Loss Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Jun 3, 2007

We gain from our loss when we recognize what sin does to our lives, when we respond with repentance and when we receive God’s forgiveness.

Good AM. Ludwig Van Beethoven noticed that he was losing his sense of hearing. As a composer, he worried that he could no longer create music if he becomes deaf. He tried every cure available to him but to no avail. One day, his greatest fear came true. He became totally deaf. According to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Baptist

For Whom The Bell Tolls

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 3, 2007

The bell of justification tolls not for our death, but for our life in Christ.

20070603 Title: For Whom the Bell Tolls Text: Romans 5:1-5 Thesis: The bell of justification tolls not for death… but for life! Introduction Over the centuries, bells have been used in every culture. Bells have been attached around the necks of free-roaming livestock so the herdsmen would know ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 6 - Jesus Can Satisfy Me. Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 13, 2007

Have you found real satisfaction in life? Jesus Christ can satisfy your soul. Let’s look into the Word of God and see how.

Jesus Can 2007 Part 6 - Jesus Can Satisfy Me. Isaiah 55:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall - March 11, 2007 *Are you satisfied? Have you found real satisfaction in life? *Daryl Grimes says. -I am happy when I go hunting or fishing. -I am happy when I go see a friend or loved one. -I am happy when I go ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Motivated By Terror Part 1

Contributed by Irvin Mizell on Jan 3, 2007

a salvation msg. about the wrath of God against sin.

MOTIVATED BY TERROR. By Rev. Irvin L. Mizell 2co 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad. 2co 5:11 Knowing therefore the terror of the Lord, we persuade men; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Could Today Be Your Day?

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 8, 2007

How many of those who were sick had their day with the Lord

COULD TODAY BE YOUR DAY? John 5:1-9 Intro: In this reading of scripture we find the pool of Bethesda (House of Mercy). This House of Mercy was surrounded by five porches which lay all matter of sick people lay in the sickened state. Some say these five porches represent the Law of Moses and its ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sanctified For Service

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 18, 2007

Transition: The process of bringing the anointing of God into reality is called sanctification, the act of separating from the world and being set apart to serve God.

Sanctified for Service What to Expect from the Moment You Accept God’s Call to Enter the Priesthood of Believers. Rev. Sean Lester Sun., May 18, 2003 Text: Hebrews 5:7-8 During the days of Jesus’ life on earth, he offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the one who ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living Gracefully: Letting Go Series

Contributed by Lloyd Ludwick on Jan 18, 2007

This message addressed a question asked by my Sermon Planning Group about how to understand and respond to memories of past sin once we come to live in the grip of grace

"BIG IDEA":Paul’s heartfelt words in 2 Corinthians 7 help us avoid the destruction of haunting regret (in ourselves and others) by suggesting three differences between worldly sorrow and Godly Sorrow. NOTE: Also used in preparing this sermon is a chapel message delivered by Dr. Zach Eswine at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:5-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beyond A Comfortable Faith Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 26, 2007

Mature Christian faith moves beyond a Santa Claus God, who lives to serve us, to a God who calls us to discipleship and faith.

Luke 4:21-30 “Beyond a Comfortable Faith” INTRODUCTION After the State of the Union address by President Bush, the pollsters were out trying to get his job approval rating. The latest figures are in and now only 28% approve of the way President Bush is doing his job. Bush low approval rating ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Don't Pass On The Passover Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 29, 2007

Studying the details and the meaning of Passover is quite an undertaking, but three facts seem obvious. Let’s note these facts.

Don’t Pass on the Passover Exodus 12:1-13 1. One traditional question Jewish children ask their father as part of the Passover dinner is "Ma Nishtana ha lei la haze," "Why is this NIGHT different than any other NIGHT." Dad then recounts the story of the Exodus. 2. Comedian George Burns, who was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible