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God - A Genial Old Buffer?

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Aug 26, 2004

A discussion of the nature of the goodness of God, and how his mercy can be seen in his wrath.

Intro At the start of each session of parliament a motion is passed to receive the Queen’s speech. It has been said that the motion is proposed by a genial old buffer on the way our and seconded by an oily young man on the make. Genial old buffers appear frequently in English folklore, quiet ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:6-7

Denomination: Salvation Army

Lie: God's Love For Me Is Based On My Performance Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 20, 2005

Sermon focused on the truth that salvation is based on God’s Grace and not man’s works.

Series: Lies Satan Tells GOD’S LOVE FOR ME IS BASED ON MY PERFORMANCE Galatians 3:1-14 Paul was a young family man passionately in love with Jesus Christ. He was full of joy, funny and a delight to be around. He loved to go soul-winning and a wonderful servant of the Lord. His love for Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Witnessing 101: A Global Perspective Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Jul 19, 2005

This is the Fifth in a 5 part series on becoming a witness for Christ. This message investigates the idea of developing a global perpective on witnessing. It includes the ideas of home, community, the unwanted, and the world.

You Shall Be My Witnesses Pt 5 ¡V A Global Perspective Acts 1:6-8 We started this series some weeks ago with this very text. We have been talking about this passage as the beginning and the heart of the newly developed church. Today I want to put the finishing touches on this idea of becoming ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-8

Denomination: *other

An Approved Father

Contributed by Donato Solano on Aug 20, 2005

To perform biblical description of a father is to be an approved Father by God.

INTRODUCTION What do people mean when they give a two-thumbs up sign? That means approval to what you are doing or what you have become? A FATHER’S PRAYER Lord, I need your special care. Like your earthly father, Joseph, I want to do God’s will, even if I may not always understand. Make me ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Choice Of The Prostitute Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 9, 2003

A look at Rahab, her faith, and the actions she took.

THE CHOICE OF THE PROSTITUTE JOSHUA 2:1-24 INTRODUCTION TELLING OF THE STORY IN JOSHUA 2:1-24 1. Be dramatic 2. Be funny 3. Be complete I. WHO IS RAHAB? à THE PROFILE OF A LOST PERSON A. Rahab is described as a prostitute living in the walled city of Jericho. She most likely ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crossing Over 1 Series

Contributed by Joseph Schuck on Sep 6, 2003

This series focuses on crossing over obstacles, problems, situations, and the like which can impede our walk with God.

CROSSING OVER 1 Scripture: Mark 4:35-41 - “That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, "Let us go over to the other side." Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him. A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Church Of God

Parable Of The Tenants Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 12, 2003

What exactly was Jesus saying?

Mark 12:1-12 The Parable of the Tenants 1He then began to speak to them in parables: "A man planted a vineyard. He put a wall around it, dug a pit for the winepress and built a watchtower. Then he rented the vineyard to some farmers and went away on a journey. 2At harvest time he sent a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

What's Your Songbook

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

An introduction to the book of Psalms

What’s Your Songbook? Psalm 1 & Overview One of the most prevalent parts of our society today is music. Think about it: we listen to it in the car, it plays in the mall, even elevators have it playing gently in the background. It makes a movie romantic, funny, or scary -- all depending on the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Memories

Contributed by Rick Bennett on Apr 1, 2003

Memories are powerful reminders of our past both good and bad. Peter deals with his memories of denial.

Memories • This is a time of daily memory making for me…..Tyler last night. • Memories are one of the most conflicted parts of our existence. • Good memories/bad memories • There are some we wish we could just forget • Was this Paul’s thorn? • Breaking the very heart of God (you call me preacher, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Time To Refocus

Contributed by Joe Farnella on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: When I was a kid I used to like to watch Mister Magoo.

Intro: When I was a kid I used to like to watch Mister Magoo. I remember about eight years ago when we were preaching a Chief Capua. This guy was preaching up a storm and seen this one guy across the street standing by the bar. After we looked harder we found out it was just a tree. 2 Thess ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:5, Colossians 3:2, Proverbs 4:25

In Gethsemane's Shadows Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Mar 20, 2004

This is the first in a series of Easter Sermons addressing the Passion of Christ. What can we learn from those 4 climactic days leading to the resurrection?

The Passion Pt 1 In Gethsemane¡¦s Shadows Luke 22:39-46 The Passion ¡V Nothing in the last 20 years has raised so much awareness of the climax of our Lord¡¦s ministry upon the earth. I must confess that I have not seen the movie yet ¡V but I¡¦ve done something better ¡V I¡¦ve read the book. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: *other

Revival That Last

Contributed by Jack Whitehead on Feb 16, 2004

This sermon teaches how to have a true revival.

Revival That Last 2nd Chronicles 7:12-14 12 And the Lord appeared to Solomon by night, and said unto him, I have chosen this place to myself for an house of sacrifice.13 If I shut up heaven that their be no rain, or if I command ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Source Of Peace Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 20, 2009

Jesus had broken down the barriers between the diverse elements of the church. We have one faith, one Lord, and one baptism. From the cross flows the river of peace.

Ephesians 2:11-22 “The Source of Peace” INTRODUCTION When we think of heaven, we conjure up many images. The Jews imagine a place of feasting and celebrating. Our Teutonic and Scandinavian ancestors couldn’t quite conceive of heaven being a party place, so they pictured a place of peace that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Isaac And Rebecca - Chosen To Love Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 14, 2009

Things get much better for Isaac since his last father and son BBQ trip. Isaac is now forty years old and Abraham 140 when it is decided that Isaac should have a wife.

Isaac and Rebbecca Chosen to Love:Genesis 24:34-66 Rebbecca(also Rebekah, also Rivkah, Hebrew Standard Rivqa Tiberian to tie to bind captivating) Wikipedia Isaac-Hebrew:Yitzchak God smiles,laughs This week is our third message about the Patriarchs. It all started with God choosing Abraham and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:34-66

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Test Me In This

Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 1, 2008

I felt challenged to preach this because of the un-biblical approach to giving in my largest Church, & try to explain that our giving either honours or dishonours God.

Proverbs 3:1-18 Malachi 3:6-12 Texts: Proverbs 3:9 -10 ‘Honour the LORD with your wealth, with the first fruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine. ’ Malachi 3:10 ‘Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-18

Denomination: Methodist