Sermons on Glisten:

The God Who Created (Trinity)

Contributed by Chris Surber on May 15, 2008

Today, be reminded that you and I have been created Imageo Dei; in the very image of the perfect and triune God who created! Amen.

The God Who Created, Genesis 1:1-2:4a Introduction Does one duty ever take the precedence over another? It is the old question over which the rabbis disputed. “Which is the first and greatest commandment?” The question was, after all, a legitimate one. Even among unmistakable obligations there ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

No More Death Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 5, 2018

"They cannot die anymore; because they are equal to angels . . . they are sons of God, being sons of the resurrection."

Date: 7-16-2016 Text (NIV): Job 19:23-27; Luke 20:27-38 Title: No More Death The Question So this was the holy man everyone was talking about; the miracle worker who had drawn a crowd of people that wanted to see a miracle. A group of Sadducees had forced their way to the front of the ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:23-27, Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Baptist

Determining A Standard Of Living Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016

Whether poor or rich or in the middle, all of us have to determine our standard of living. So who or what is determining your standard of living? Who or what is influencing your financial decisions and the life you’re living?

Determining a Standard of Living 1 Timothy 6:7-13 There was a story which appeared in the news about a woman who had won the lottery. Before winning, she worked long, hard hours but earned just enough money to cover each month’s bills. The years of toil and worry had taken a toll on her face ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:7-13

Denomination: Methodist

Diet Plan Of God For Man

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 5, 2014

To show that GOD has a glorious plan for mankind because He loves us so much, it included even our diet plan.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you eating pork? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD has a glorious plan for mankind because He loves us so much, it included even our diet plan. IV. TEXT: Genesis 1:29 (Amplified Bible) 1:29 And God said, See, I have given you every plant ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Satan's Rummage Sale

Contributed by Dennis King on Jun 9, 2016

Modern day fable of Satan's entrapment's. This is also available on amazon with a few color illustrations.

Satan's Rummage Sale Once upon a time, in the nearby land of temptation, Satan was having a rummage sale. Even before leaving home, my mom had warned me by saying, “Don't be mess in' with the Devil stuff. The Devil's ways lead to no good.” Well, you know me, I went looking anyway. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

God Answers Prayer Though The Church Didn’t Believe He Would!

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Feb 2, 2014

The account of God answering a church's prayer for deliverance from persecution. Like many times today, the church prayed, yet lacked faith God would answer their prayer until He delivered them.

GOD ANSWERS PRAYER THOUGH THE CHURCH DIDN’T BELIEVE GOD WOULD! Acts 12:1-25 Audio Link to hear this sermon: http://chirb.it/pnrewg INTRODUCTION: 1.) Today, I want us to look at a scene when there was a great turnabout in the climate of the church. A.) One of the things I have always ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Extreme Home Makeover: Moms Edition Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 26, 2012

Every home could use a little work. This six-sermon series, starting on Mother’s Day and ending Father’s Day, calls for a extreme makeover of the home according to God’s blueprints. Alliterated. Expository.

EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER: MOTHER’S DAY Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 5/13/2012 Two little boys bought their mom a wreath of flowers for Mother’s Day. They were so excited to give it to her because they had used their own money. Mom held back laughter when she saw the ribbon ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-3

Denomination: Christian Church

A New Year 2012

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Dec 22, 2012

a challenge for the new year

Today marks the first day of the first month of a new year. As you reflect upon the past year, what kind of year was it? A mile-marker year or a forgettable year, A year of blessing or hardship? As we look back at 2011, we see a lot of heartache, my Dad’s stoke, the death of Penny’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Living As Guests Of God

Contributed by John Gullick on Aug 3, 2017

This sermon begins with a story of a mansion and trys to show how we can live in God's world

. Driving up to the mansion seemed quite grand. The turrets bathed in the bright sunlight - windows glistened sending wild cascades of light over the pastures. The driveway was, well, elegant to say the least. But immediately Bernard sensed something was wrong. The hedges and shrubs had obviously ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:23-39, 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Three Things To Include In Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Nov 14, 2022

Sometimes the circumstances of our lives are not always the best. In fact, they may be downright bad. We wonder about the future or our country and the downward direction it is going. But still, in all circumstances we are to look for something for which to be thankful!

Alba 11-10-13 (Revised 11-13-2022) THREE THINGS TO INCLUDE IN THANKSGIVING I Thessalonians 5:18 I Thessalonians 5:18 says, Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Sometimes the circumstances of our lives are not always the best. In fact, they may be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Good For Us To Be Here On This Mountain

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Feb 19, 2021

Seeing Jesus for who he is, in a tranformed state which blesses them and us.

In chapter (8:31) we find that the disciples were adjusting to the shock, and the explanation that Jesus would suffer countless agonizing pain, the texted revealed that he would be rejected crucified and be put to death, but ultimately he would rise again. However, beyond all of the issues that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Journey Of Grace

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2021

If you had only 24 hours to live would it change the things that you did? we cannot see the future but we can be prepared for the future . life is from first breath to last breath, make it a good one.

Journey of Grace Selected verses Introduction- If you only had 24 hours to live would it change the things you do and the things you say? If you knew someone only had 24 hours- Would you change your plans to see them? I would hope it would- Good morning everyone- We do not know what a day will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:25

Denomination: Nazarene

Why Should Easter Matter To Me?

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 21, 2024

Easter message 2024. Why Easter is important to us.

EASTER 2024 WHY SHOULD EASTER MATTER TO ME? GENESIS 3:1–7 NOW THE SERPENT WAS MORE CRAFTY THAN ANY OF THE WILD ANIMALS THE LORD GOD HAD MADE. HE SAID TO THE WOMAN, “DID GOD REALLY SAY, ‘YOU MUST NOT EAT FROM ANY TREE IN THE GARDEN’?” 2THE WOMAN SAID TO THE SERPENT, “WE MAY EAT FRUIT FROM THE TREES ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Journey Of Grace

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 12, 2021

Everyone loves living on the mountaintop but we soon realize that lie is a journey. The Lord desires to journey with us. His grace is sufficient and is active in our lives even while we are yet sinners to bring us into a saving grace with Him.

Journey of Grace Selected verses Introduction- If you only had 24 hours to live would it change the things you do and the things you say? If you knew someone only had 24 hours- Would you change your plans to see them? I would hope it would- Good morning everyone- We do not know what a day will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:25, Romans 5:8

Denomination: Nazarene

God Reigns Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 5, 2022

One of the most comforting verses in Scripture is Psalm 46:10 "Be still and know I am God." But why is it so comforting and what difference can it make in our lives?

OPEN: Several years ago, Carl Reiner and Mel Brooks did a comedy skit called the “2013 Year Old Man”. In the skit, Reiner was interviewing Brooks (who was the old gentleman). And at one point, Reiner asks the old man, “Did you always believe in the Lord?” Brooks replied: “No. We had a guy in our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ