Sermons on Foundation Stone:

Rolling Away Stones

Contributed by Stephen Ring on Feb 6, 2004

The significance of the statement "Who will roll away the stone?" in Mark 6:3-4

ROLLING AWAY STONES Easter Morning begins in darkness A darkness of despair and disillusionment A darkness of “Why did He die?” and “What will happen now?” A darkness in the heart of a mother who has lost her son A darkness in a group of followers who have lost their leader But into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Stone Rolled Away?

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Apr 12, 2004

For many today the Resurrection Power is not evident. There are many stones that need to be rolled away so they can experience the risen Christ.

IS THE STONE ROLLED AWAY? Text: Matthew 28:1-7 The Great News Jesus is alive. Just three days before they had seen Him die and be buried. They had come to embalm Him, and worried how they would get to His body in the tomb. These women knew that the tomb had been sealed by the Pharisees and Chief ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-7, Proverbs 16:18

Denomination: Church Of God

A Stone, A Veil And A Door

Contributed by James May on Oct 17, 2004

Jesus wants us to roll away the stone of doubts and fear, then he will tear the veil that keeps us separated from Him, and then He will give us an open door into eternal life.

A Stone, A Veil and A Door By Pastor Jim May The Stone: John 11:38-40, "Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it. Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Give Him A Stone.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 17, 2005

Ask and you shall receive?

Give Him a Stone. I was raised up in the rural parts of appalachia, some said that it would be noon before the sun would hit the ground. Raised by hard working parents, never tiring of working from dawn to dusk, to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:10-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Mean These Stones?

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 18, 2003

Joshua was aware that we often forget the blessings God has given us. Joshua was not so concerned about his generation. What they had witnessed, he felt they could never forget. He realized that it is often not so with subsequent generations.

WHAT MEAN THESE STONES? "Then Joshua spoke to the children of Israel, saying: When your children ask their fathers in time to come, saying, ’What are these stones?’ Then you shall let your children know, saying, ’Israel crossed over this Jordan on dry land; for the Lord your God dried up the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Harry Potter Or The Stone?

Contributed by Don Hawks on Aug 26, 2002

This outline is based on a sermon by Sermon Central Contributor William Groover on Harry Potter. I have added video clip suggestions and presented the message in more of a "life-changing" format, with Biblical passages to reinforce each point.

Harry Potter or the Stone? (Don’t Be a Muggle!) [Expanded powerpoint available based on this outline: don_hawks@hotmail.com] Welcome to the living Stone, the source of life. The workmen took one look and threw it out; God set it in the place of honor. Present yourselves as building stones for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-5, Psalm 37:4

Denomination: Methodist

If Stones Could Talk

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 18, 2006

This Easter Sermon from ’06 is actually a series of 5 meditations on stones that were a part of Jesus’ life and is designed to be interlaced with Easter music to create a special Easter program. I’ve included the titles of the music we used.

If Stones could Talk Luke 19; Matthew 4; John 7; Matthew 28 Revelation 2 Song: GLORY TO THE LORD OUR GOD Welcome Meditation #1: Stones of Praise Luke 19:40 The order of service will be a little different today, but don’t let the change throw you off. Instead, focus your attention on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Memorials Of Flesh Or Stone

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 23, 2006

What it means to be a memorial to God

MEMORIALS OF FLESH OR STONE Joshua 4 – Acts 10 INTRODUCTION: Every major military campaign executed by the United States has some sort of memorial remembrance. From 1776 to the present day, America in one form or another remembers its conflicts and wars. Those who have given of themselves and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

"What Meaneth These Stones?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jun 30, 2006

This makes for a great message to be given at a funeral as people are considering the thoughts of the memorial stones left on ground at the cemetery!

Title: “What meaneth these stones” Introduction: It was the changing of the guard, Moses had departed, now Joshua took the reigns of giving leadership to the children of Israel. In this text, we find them at the Jordan River. It was the time when this muddy, churning river, was at it’s highest ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Cast The First Stone

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

We live in a day when everyone loves to Judge. · The trial of O.J. Simpson in 1995 opened a door. · Everyone has their opinion on weather O.J. is guilty. · Johnny Cochran, F. Lee Bailey are names that we remember. · Regardless if O.J. is guilty or

Luke 6: 37 "Judge not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. 38 Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Stones Will Cry Out Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 22, 2002

Easter Reflection series: How Palm Sunday informs us of our response to God and to the world

The Stones Will Cry Out Easter Reflection series Lk. 19:28-40 What a celebration! Crowds were excited! Jesus was thrilled to see the response of worship. But some party-poopers were there (v.39). I love Jesus¡¦ response, don¡¦t u just love it. Let them celebrate, don¡¦t¡¦ shush them. If they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Evangelical Free

‘what Mean These Stones?”

Contributed by Evie Megginson on May 22, 2001

Memorial Day is an important day to our Nation, but every Christian should have a “memorial stone” to go back to that reminds them of a certain time and place they experienced the power of God.

‘WHAT MEAN THESE STONES?” Joshua 4:6-7 In April 1863, in Columbus, Mississippi after decorating graves of her two sons, an elderly woman walked to two mounds at the corner of the cemetery. "What are you doing? Those are the graves of two Union soldiers." The reply, "I know. I also know that ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Who Will Roll The Stone

Contributed by Danny Pruett on Jun 4, 2001

God will move the stones in our lives that prevent us from performing all that He desires.

Who Will Roll The Stone Away? Text: Mark 16: 1-6 Mark 16:1-8 16:1 When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. 2 Very early on the first day of the week, just after sunrise, they were on their way to the ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Living Stones Of Praise

Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Jun 27, 2001

Become living stones of praise!

Luke 19:37-40 Then, as He was now drawing near the descent of the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works they had seen, 38 saying: " ’Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the LORD!’ Peace in heaven ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:37-40

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Stone?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 22, 2001

How to apply the raising of Lazarus.

What Is Your Stone? John 11:38-44 38 Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it. 39 Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he stinketh: for he hath ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Denomination: Baptist