Sermons on Gap Theory:

The Hands Of Christ

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Mar 13, 2006

Through the hands of Jesus, we see his caring, healing, love, compassion, and blessing. We are safe in his hands. My hope is that the world is safe in our hands.

The Hands of Christ Luke 24:50-53 March 12, 2006 Hands tell us so much about a person. Toni loves to tell the story of her grandfather’s hands. When she was a little girl, he would take her ice fishing during the winter. When they were back at home, she remembers that he would take her socks ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:50-53

Denomination: Methodist

A Disturbing Gospel Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 15, 2007

This sermon encourages believers to embrace the confronting nature of the gospel message. Jesus said that the gospel I bring is a gospel of conflict and separation. It will disturb family lines and family ties. It will separate the closest relationships.

Introduction: As Paul and his company respond to the Macedonian call, directed by the Holy Ghost, they entered into the district of Macedonia. Some historians say that Luke the beloved physician grew up and was educated in this area. This area was thriving metropolis, a trade center and sea port. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-24

Denomination: Methodist

Blessed Are The Meek Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 4, 2007

The meek are not weak. They trust in God’s sovereign rule over all things, submitting in His way and time. Their strength is Spirit-controlled, so that God’s will be done and His glory be manifested.

The purpose of the Sermon on the Mount is to inform God’s disciples of the qualities they are to possess and display to a watching world. So far we’ve come to see that a blessed Christian is someone who is: “Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” • We know we have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Standing In Peace Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007

Peace is one of our pieces of armor that protects us in spiritual warfare

Standing in Peace Ephesians 6:15 Series: Armed and Dangerous July 15, 2007 Morning Service Introduction Many of you have probably never heard of Mary Ann Baker. Mary’s life was filled with much sorrow and heartache. Her family had been devastated by disease. Her mother and father had died, Mary ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15

Denomination: Church Of God

Remember Me

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Nov 14, 2007

As you remember the sacrifice Christ made for you, what sacrifice is He telling you to make for Him?

http://pastorjonathan.blogspot.com/ [This sermon was preached on Remembrance Day (Canada) and was inspired by a chapter in Herbert Lockyer’s book The Man Who Died for Me. It was preached in two parts; for the complete order of service, email me: jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] “Do this in remembrance of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

God's Way Of Accepting People Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Nov 26, 2007

This sermon brings us to the good part of how to receive acceptance from God, this righteousness from God that’s included in the gospel as Paul presents it.

Charles R. Solomon says, “There are two kinds of people in the world – those who have been rejected and those who have been rejected more.” We all have reaped what Adam and Eve sewed – rejection of God’s will and way. Therefore, we experience rejection. Solomon goes on to teach us in his book, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Time Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Part 2 in stewardship series

THE GIFT OF TIME Giving with a Purpose-Part 2 Sunday, January 14, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee Introduction The paradox of our time in history is that.... We have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints. We spend more, but have less. We buy more, but enjoy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Wee Lil Man (Becoming A Giant)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 1, 2007

A sermon to inspire great things even from normal people.

Luke 19:1-10 Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through. A man was there by the name of Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was wealthy. He wanted to see who Jesus was, but being a short man he could not, because of the crowd. So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When The Impossible Becomes Possible Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 14, 2008

Abram comes to find that God works out the impossible in the midst of personal pain

When the Impossible Becomes Possible Genesis 15:1-5 Series: Essential 100 January 13, 2008 Morning Service Introduction Pain was not part of God’s original plan for creation but when sin entered, pain became a part of human life. Pain seems to be a recurring theme throughout the scriptures. We ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Anyone Got A Light?

Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 30, 2007

The only way to get out of or avoid the dark is to find a source of light. Where is yours? How reliable is it? How easy is it to find? Once you do, how bright is it? How long and wide is its’ beam?

ANYONE GOT A LIGHT? Sunday Morning, May 15, 2005 Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRODUCTION: Light Bulb jokes Why joke so much about light bulbs? Why are these jokes so common and why do we keep laughing at them? Let me suggest it is because laughter helps to dissipate the deep, natural fear of the dark ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Would I Do That?”

Contributed by Donovan Myers on Jun 15, 2007

The tremendous commitment of Luke to Paul and the gospel is an example for us to follow.

Have you ever asked yourself the question, “Would I do that?” Especially after seeing some great act of brave heroism (like a daring rescue). Or maybe some ludicrous spectacle of depravity, done for money (as seen for example on TV shows like Fear Factor, or Jackass). The life of Saint Luke, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

And Epihany Of God Is A Humbling Esperience

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 3, 2007

A Sermon for the 5th Sunday after Epiphany, Series C.

5th Sunday after Epiphany, February 4, 2007 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, during this season of Epiphany, we seek to understand how your word and grace are manifest to be present in Jesus the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

An Enemy Hath Done This

Contributed by Michael Martin on Feb 3, 2007

Message preached the Sunday following the attack on the World Trade Center, and the Pentagon - Sep. 11, 2001 (9-11)

(Matt. 13:24-29) "An enemy hath done this..." We have lived in one of the most extraordinary weeks of our lives. Our nation has experienced things that I have never seen the like of, in my lifetime. Those that went through Pearl Harbor, and Vietnam may feel somewhat different; but it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Joy When It Hurts

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 17, 2007

How can we persevere in difficult times?

James 1 – Joy when it hurts! audio is at http://www.jubilee-church.org/sermons/james1.htm Discussion Questions What compelling examples of Christian perseverance/steadfastness have you seen in others under extreme trial? What lessons has anyone here learnt in difficulty? Can you believe in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Created Man To Be The Children Of God

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 7, 2007

GOD CREATED MAN TO BE THE CHILDREN OF GOD. God wants to spread His Word through us to the World. He wants to use the whole man, spirit, soul and body. To live in a relationship with our Heavenly Father we must desire to hear the WORD OF GOD We have up to

GOD CREATED MAN TO BE THE CHILDREN OF GOD! Romans 8:14-8:18 (amp) 14 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. 15 For [the Spirit which] you have now received [is] not a spirit of slavery to put you once more in bondage to fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption [the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-19