Sermons on Gladness:

The Crown Of Thorns

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Jun 24, 2002

Why did the soldiers place a crown of thorns on the head of Jesus? Could there be something more significant to it than we realize?

I am amazed at many of the details of the story of Jesus’ trials, His suffering, abuse, and mockery, and how that there is significance to each event, to each episode. This morning we took a graphic look at the torture He suffered in being scourged or flogged. The ripping apart of His flesh, the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Have An Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 24, 2001

The bible gives clear instruction on how to have an attitude of gratitude.

How To have An Attitude of Gratitude (Thanksgiving Message) November 18, 2001 FBC Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: 1. Doesn’t it seem like we start looking at Christmas a little sooner every year. A. We walked through the Wal-Mart at the end of last month (October) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

What's God Up To These Days?

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jan 18, 2002

God’s will is to bless for HIS GLORY.

What’s God up to these days? Ephesians 1 A. THE PLAN One major project: The church… 15Then he asked them, "Who do you say I am?" 16Simon Peter answered, "You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God." 17Jesus replied, "You are blessed, Simon son of John, because my Father in heaven has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Time Has Come...to Pray #5 Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Nov 12, 2003

1. Jesus said, "NOW...they know everything" 2. The Disciples ACCEPTED the words of Christ. 3. They KNEW with certainty that Christ came from God. 4. They BELIEVED.

November 12, 2003 Title: The Time Has Come...To Pray #5 Text: John 17:7-8 Introduction 1. As we continue to observe Christ as He prays to His Father... 2 weeks ago we saw that Christ turned His attention from praying for Himself... and began to pray for His disciples. in verse 6, we saw that ...read more

Scripture: John 17:7-8

Denomination: Nazarene

How Thinking Small Leads To Big Results

Contributed by Don Jaques on Sep 2, 2004

God has designed us to live in community with others and we can only fulfill his designs when we commit to small group ministry in our lives.

How Thinking Small Leads to BIG Results August 28/29, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: God has designed us to live in community with others and we can only fulfill his designs when we commit to small group ministry in our lives. OBJECTIVES: • People who are not involved in a small group will be ...read more

Scripture: John 13:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Come Quickly!

Contributed by Alan Hughes on Oct 16, 2004

This passage of the Psalms speaks of the Lord’s protection, salvation, and exaltation and how it should affect our lives

The Lord Come Quickly! Psalms 40:11-17 October 13, 2004 PM Introduction: When you were a child, did you ever get lost and was hoping your mom or dad would come and rescue you? Have you ever felt God’s protection? Read Psalms 40:11-17 I. The Lord’s Protection vs 11-12 Illustration of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

"Funeral"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 2, 2005

A funeral sermon for a great saint.

Thurman Lucy By: Reverend Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News,VA www.parkview-umc.org Thurman Lucy did a lot of reading—especially of the Bible and other books on Christianity. And his mind was so sharp… Ovella, you told me yesterday that Thurman could ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: United Methodist

When Christ Comes

Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 9, 2005

Things we can expect to occur when Jesus comes for His church.

"When Christ Comes" Selected Intro: Many things will be different when Jesus comes back. Things will happen that can not happen until that day. Things will change. The Bible tells us we can expect a number of things to take place when Jesus appears. We have much to look forward to. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:21-52

Denomination: Pentecostal

Being A Vessel To Carry Others To God's Presence

Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Dec 28, 2004

We are commissioned to help those around us get into the presence of the Lord.

A Vessel to carry others into the presence of God John 18:15 The world of Simon Peter at the time of the text was revolving in circles undoubtedly faster than he could stand for it to. It wasn’t just a few hours prior to this time that he was sitting in an upper room, eating bread and drinking ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith In The Face Of Fear

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007

In times of trouble the child of God can keep rejoicing through faith in a God that we know will deliver us. No matter what the circumstances, he is God and he does not change. Faith in the Face of Fear!

FAITH IN THE FACE OF FEAR -- PSALM 54 Introduction: The title of this Psalm tells us upon what occasion it was penned. This is talking of the time in I Samuel 23:19-23 when the inhabitants of Ziph, men of Judah , betrayed David to Saul. We know that David is already running from Saul. And he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 54:1-7, Psalm 74:1

Denomination: Baptist

Troubled Waters

Contributed by Joseph Comage on Oct 27, 2006

THIS SERMON WAS WRITTEN TO HELP BRING SOMEONE THROUGH A TOUGH TIME IN THEIR LIFE.

Rev. Joseph M. Comage Word of Life Ministry 22 October 2006 Bethel AME Zion Church SONG: We’ve Come This Far By Faith TROUBLED WATERS Psalms 46:1-11 1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, even though the earth be removed, and though the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do We Take Time?

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Jan 19, 2007

This sermon is a challenge to our ideas of what constitutes real worship. Do we give adequate time to worship?

In the name of the LORD I welcome you to this morning’s service at Kistler’s Chapel. Are you glad to be here today? Most of the time I am grateful to be in worship service on Sunday morning. If by chance I have to miss a Sunday, my week feels unfulfilled; as if I have forgotten something vital ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

"Traffic Jams And Jangled Nerves" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Dec 8, 2004

Traffic jams and jangled nerves are a part of our lives but especially at the Christmas Season. How can the joy of the Lord enter our day when we experience these stressful times?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Church December 12, 2004 3rd Sunday of Advent “Traffic Jams and Jangled Nerves” Isaiah 35:1-10 James 5:7-11 INTRODUCTION: Today is the third Sunday of Advent, and the rose Advent Candle symbolizes “Joy.” The title for today’s message is “Traffic Jams and Jangled Nerves” ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Constant Prayer

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 27, 2006

Let’s look at four reasons why we can rest in the power of Constant Prayer. Adapted in part from "The Power of Prayer" – Sermon Central By Rich Dunbar. <Power Point available upon request.>

CONSTANT PRAYER The Power of Prayer – Sermon Central By Rich Dunbar – 09.24.06 Intro and Illustration: There’s a supposedly true story of a Welsh woman who lived in a remote valley in Wales. She went to a great deal of trouble and expense to have electrical power installed in her home. However, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do You Know Who Brought You Out?

Contributed by Juan Lane on Dec 2, 2005

Some of us give the credit to the wrong source for our deliverance

Do You Know Who Brought You Out? Scripture Reference: Psalms 30 (KJV) Psalms 30:1 A Psalm and Song at the dedication of the house of David. I will extol thee, O LORD; for thou hast lifted me up, and hast not made my foes to rejoice over me. 2 O LORD my God, I cried unto thee, and thou hast ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal