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What Happens When You Die? Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003

Like an unwelcome intruder, death has made a rude entrance into many of our lives. When someone close to us dies, we can’t help but wonder what will happen to us when we stop breathing. Jesus told a story one day to help illustrate the suddenness of dea

What Happens When I Die? Rev. Brian Bill 6/3/01 A little girl was standing outside her Sunday School classroom when the pastor noticed she was holding a big storybook entitled, “Jonah and the Whale.” The pastor wanted to have some fun with her so he asked her, “Do you really believe that Jonah ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Who Am I?

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Apr 21, 2023

Don’t you just love those preachers who can take one bible verse and bring an entire message with a rich and robust meaning? Well, that ain’t me! You’re not getting that today. However, the message is built around 1 Corinthians 12:27 and we’ll get there eventually!

Did you ever have that teacher who the only reason you paid attention in class was because they might call on you to answer a question, and you didn’t want to look a fool? Just sayin’ When I first began preparing this message, I recalled a scene from the movie “Overcomer”. I have shared this with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27

Place Your Children Into The Hands Of Jesus

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 10, 2015

A Mother's Day sermon that can easily be modified to fit any Sunday of the year.

Place Your Children Into The Hands Of Jesus Luke 7:11-17 Ashley Bridges was 10 weeks pregnant when she was diagnosed with cancer. Although doctors recommended she start chemotherapy immediately, it would have required her to terminate her pregnancy. “There’s no way I could kill a healthy baby ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Help My Unbelief Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION HELP MY UNBELIEF A. Mark 9:14-27 (READ) COMMENT: A DESPERATE father! . . . a father who deeply LOVES his son. . . . a father who has tried EVERYTHING to help his BOY. Undoubtedly, he heard stories about Jesus—how He has helped people who were DEMON ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Moment After You Die

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 11, 2004

This sermon was written for our annual Heaven Week celebration

One Moment After You Die Luke 16:19-31 October 3, 2004 Heaven Week Service Introduction A man had a friend who enlarged his business. His sales had increased to the point that a larger warehouse and sales office were needed. Even though the move was a rather complicated and burdensome process, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Church Of God

Unquenchable Joy

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Nov 3, 2008

God’s unquenchable joy flows in our lives every minute of everyday – but we have to stop and recognize it before we can share it

Unquenchable Joy Luke 7:11-17 & Ephesians 3:16-21 Did you know that in America nearly 90% of people say they believe in God? But only 45% of people who believe in the Christian God are regularly in worship! In other words, 55% of our brothers and sisters in Christ rarely come to the family ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Learn From The Collision At Nain

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jun 26, 2001

Two groups collided at Nain: a procession of death and sorrow met a procession of life and hope.

“With television cameras rolling a brand new car is propelled down a track into a concrete barrier. Smash! Air bags explode. Crash dummies recoil from the impact. The test is repeated on dozens of new cars. Why this waste of automobiles? Researchers are trying to learn from the collisions in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Paul's Call To Remembrance Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jul 22, 2015

To establish that a faithful grandmother and mother formed the foundation of faith that was in Timothy – the son of the apostle Paul in the faith. This is a great lesson to celebrate, Mother's Day. It defines two women of faith; that instilled faith and love for God in their child.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Faith That Dwelt in Thy Grandmother - Lois 2. The Faith That Dwelleth in Thy Mother - Eunice 3. The Faith That Dwelleth in Thee – Timothy Introductory Remarks. 1. In our lesson today, we will discuss Paul’s call to remembrance regarding his son in the gospel. He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Eve - The Jesus We Never Knew

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Dec 23, 2006

Do we know the real story of Christmas? Surprisingly not. We also don’t really know who Jesus really is - God himself. I also draw from the traditional christmas passages in Luke and Matt

Rev. 22:13 I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End. These are the words of Jesus Christ, as recorded in the book of Revelation.They are bold. They are confident. They are all encompassing. They speak of a powerful dominating being. One who says, you want to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Believe! Help Me In My Unbelief

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Apr 13, 2009

A person can grow up in a Christian home and still not believe. Here is practical application to help folks move beyond their unbelief. Preached on Easter, but applicable any Sunday.

So, I’m walking through the Museum of Biblical Archeology in Jerusalem, and I’m walking through an area with various kinds of pottery on display, and there in front of me is this absolutely perfectly preserved water jug. It stopped me cold. Now understand, as far as ancient pottery goes, it is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-49

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When It's Almost More Than You Can Bear

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

A study of grief from the life of Job.

As a minister I have conducted quite a few funerals and have witnessed hundreds of people grieving over the loss of a loved one. It is especially difficult to conduct a funeral for a member of your own family who has passed away. I remember when my mother passed away unexpectedly she had ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Would See Jesus Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jul 3, 2002

Life is full of complicated issues and questions. Until you "see Jesus" life and God will never make sense.

John 12:20-33 Now there were some Greeks among those who went up to worship at the Feast. They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, with a request. "Sir," they said, "we would like to see Jesus." Philip went to tell Andrew; Andrew and Philip in turn told Jesus. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Love Of Life Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

"Thou Shalt Not Kill" and how it applies to issues such as murder, abortion, euthanasia, suicide and war.

INTRODUCTION Alexander M. Sanders, Jr. is the Chief Judge of the South Carolina Court of Appeals. He spoke to the graduating class of the University of South Carolina in 1992. His daughter, Zoe was a member of that class. He told a story about when Zoe was 3 years old. Sanders came home to find a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13, Matthew 5:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Looks Bad? We May Never Know.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 10, 2019

Things that may look good, could be dangerous? Things that may look bad today might be a blessing in disguise? Good can come out of bad?

LOOKS BAD? YOU MAY NEVER KNOW? THIS OBSTACLE MAY BRING THE ANSWER! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 (MSG) That's why we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Judges 14:5, Genesis 35:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Follow Me

Contributed by Paul Zwarich on May 28, 2008

God has called me, a poor sinner, to be His disciple in His creation.

Lectionary 10 Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 Harry Truman is said to have loved telling a story about a man who had been hit on the head at work. The blow was so severe that the man was knocked unconscious for an extended period of time. His family, convinced he was dead, called the funeral home and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-26

Denomination: Lutheran