Sermons on Genes:

Birthright

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 8, 2015

Birthright means we have rights, privileges, and possessions as children of God, because the actual Owner of all things lives inside us. This releases us from having to be worthy. We should live from the knowledge that we're not like other people, by birt

BIRTHRIGHT INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: DOG DECEIVED 1. Two friends run into each other while walking their dogs. One suggests lunch. The other says, "They won't let us in a restaurant with pets." 2. Undeterred, the first guy and his German shepherd head into the restaurant. The maître d' stops them, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Out Of The Ark And Into A New World - Noah As A Type Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Oct 30, 2011

The steps that Noah took at the end of the flood teach us about our new beginning in the Christian life.

Illustrations explain complex things in simple ways. Like putting together a bicycle or piece of unassembled furniture. Or setting up a computer or electronics. If you want to learn how to tie a knot, or learn a new crochet stitch, the best way is to look at a picture. The Old Testament is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power Hungry

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 6, 2011

The power of God to live as Jesus’ followers is a blank check for good in a chaotic and dangerous world.

Bad things happen. Bad things happen to good people, and bad things happen to bad people. Bad things happen. Sometimes the cause is obvious: greed and hatred, poverty and ignorance, all cause suffering in greater or lesser degrees, and we can point to sin as the reason. But sometimes the deaths ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be Strong In The Lord

Contributed by Michael Walther on May 25, 2011

An examination of "the full armor of God" (Ephesians 6) and the way God gives us faith, protects us from evil, and strengthens us to live by faith

Be Strong in the Lord Introduction The television series “Band of Brothers” follows the experiences of a company of paratroopers as they participate in the invasion of Europe. In one scene Lt. Richard Winters is leading his men into the heart of the Battle of the Bulge. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Let Us Never Forget

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 31, 2011

On this Memorial Day, let us never forget the costs of our civil and spiritual freedom. This message calls us to action to keep a fresh view of these freedoms in mind.

Let Us Never Forget Hebrews 12:1-3 * (VIDEO – “For Freedom A Memorial Day Tribute) The last phrase gives us divine direction, “We set aside our differences to remember, to honor, and to thank those who have given everything that we might be free.” * Over a million people ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Night That Changed Everything Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 19, 2017

If you want a new life today, regard Christ as more than just a baby in a manger, realize that Christ died in your place, and rely on Him to change your life.

When the Russian comedian Yakov Smirnoff immigrated to the United States, he said that the thing he loved most about America was the grocery stores. He said, “I'll never forget walking down one of the aisles and seeing powdered milk; just add water and you get milk. Right next to it was powdered ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Value Of God's Gift

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 15, 2016

Looking at the value of God's gift to us in Jesus

The Value of God's Gift December 18, 2016 1 John 4:9-10 Christmas is such a great time of the year, especially for kids. But my family didn’t celebrate Christmas, so I missed out on all of that fun. But we did celebrate Chanukah! We would light the Chanukah candles each night for the 8 nights ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

It's Getting Closer All The Time

Contributed by David Nolte on Apr 11, 2021

Of all people, we are nearest in point of time to Jesus' Reeturn

People who are ordinarily rational, reasonable, relaxed individuals seem to lose those characteristics and become contentious, aggressive, hostile and belligerent, with red faces, snarling lips and bulging eyeballs when it comes to disagreement about Bible versions or translations, interpretation ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:3-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021

You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

July 25, 2020 Last week we identified LOVE as the core of the fruit in a Victorious Christian Life. Today we will examine JOY. • Psalm 33:1-4 - Sing joyfully to the LORD, you righteous; it is fitting for the upright to praise him. 2 Praise the LORD with the harp; make music to him on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20, Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Daniel 4: Overcoming Pride Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 3, 2020

Self-focused pride 1) causes anxiety, 2) leads to a fall, 3) can be redeemed through God-focused humility. We can humble ourselves by 1) recognizing God as sovereign, 2) crediting God for our abilities, and 3) directing our gifts to the good of others.

PUTTING PRIDE IN ITS PLACE—Daniel 4 PRIDE. One of the “Seven Deadly Sins,” along with greed, wrath, envy, lust, gluttony, and sloth. But is it always bad? There is a kind of healthy pride, which values one’s abilities, celebrates achievement, and motivates positive behavior. Paul refers to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37, Deuteronomy 8:17-18, 1 Peter 1:5-6, 1 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

La ContribuciÓn De Las Iglesias Metodistas Al Desarrollo De Nuestro CarÁcter Nacional

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Apr 22, 2020

El contenido de este discurso ha sido extraído de Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre, y reelaborado en un mensaje originalmente presentado en un servicio ecuménico el Día de la Bandera celebrado al aire libre en el parque de la ciudad en Bird Island, Minnesota, el 13 de junio de 2013.

La IMU y las muchas otras ramas del movimiento metodista comprenden uno de los mayores grupos de denominación protestante en el mundo de hoy. El movimiento metodista fue iniciado en el siglo XVIII por John y Charles Wesley para atender las necesidades de las clases socioeconómicas ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus Is My Pandemic Identity (Twenty-First Sunday In Ordinary Time)

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 16, 2020

During the lockdown we have realised how many are real friends, how many are fake friends, how many have called us often enquiring about our families, health, jobs, and how many were really cared and supported in their difficulties and pains during this pandemic, COVID-19.

Jesus is my Pandemic Identity (Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time) Isaiah 22:19-23, Romans 11:33-36, Matthew 16:13-20. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, I would like to start my reflection with a question: what is my pandemic identity as a Christian? In this digital world, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 22:19-23, Romans 11:33-36, Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Other

Alone Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 13, 2020

Words matter. Words are powerful. The Devil uses words against us and his words are dangerous to live by!

Pt. 4 - Alone VIDEO BUMPER Introduction We learned the saying as children on a playground and it sounds great . . . "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” The only problem is that the statement isn't true! In fact, haven't you discovered that there have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9, 1 Kings 19:14-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Zebra In The Kitchen Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 24, 2018

“Is this life, with all its toils, struggles, and disappointments, the sum of all that we are, or could be? and if we’re lucky— ends in dust? Is this our fate?” Well, yes, if the following view of our origins is correct. But on the other hand . . .

What does the purpose of our lives really depend upon? On how we got here— what else? As the oak is in the acorn, so our end is in our beginning. And what does that mean? Two primary, overarching views of human origins exist. The first sees the universe and everything in it as a product of purely ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Training Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 14, 2021

It can be a wild ride. It can be unruly and unreliable. However, as we learn to tame and train our money the ride to financial freedom is worth it!

Buck Wild Pt. 2 - Training I. Introduction As a kid I was crazy about horses. It is no wonder since the tv was filled with incredible shots of horse flesh like Silver (Lone Ranger) and Scout (Tonto), Champion (Gene Autry's horse who ended up with his own series called the Adventures of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, 2 Corinthians 9:10-11, Numbers 11:4-9

Denomination: Pentecostal