Sermons on Glorious Present:

What Would Jesus Do With Temptation? Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 21, 2003

Temptation is ever present and everywhere, how can we handle it - a lesson from Christ’s example.

21When all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too. And as he was praying, heaven was opened 22and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: "You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased." Lk.3:21-22 (NIV) 1Jesus, full of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Evolution: A Fairy Tale For Adults, Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 18, 2004

pt. 2 of scholarly presentation w/ many facts, much data, and all in the spotlight of the Word of God!

EVOLUTION: A FAIRY TALE FOR ADULTS, PT. II 3 Reasons to reject evolution: Logical/Moral/Spiritual 3 bridges no evolutionist can cross: Origin of life/fixity of species/2nd law of thermodynamics Sunday we dealt w/ the logical reasons…I appealed to your mind. Tonite we continue and I want to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Liz, Zach, And A Baby Named John

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Dec 9, 2002

In a wonderful story of the Christmas season, we learn how God is present in and through out deepest disappointments.

Liz, Zach, and a baby named John December 7, 2002 Let us, today, look at a story that speaks to all of us. It’s a story of great promise in this season of anticipating Christ. It’s a story of encouragement and hope for us all. Luke 1. 5- 7- we have a childless couple. I want you to notice some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-20, Psalm 107:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Spirits Of Christmas"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 15, 2002

Like Scrooge, we too can reclaim Christmas, with the help of the “spirits” of Christmas Past, Present, and Future

“The Spirits of Christmas” “Bah, Humbug!” shouted Ebenezer Scrooge, using a mild Victorian form of profanity, meaning “nonsense” or “rubbish”. Charles Dickens depicted Scrooge as the epitome of all cynics hardened to the holiday spirit. Scrooge was stingy, selfish, and heartless. Later on Dr ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Congregational

Blessed Are The Hurting Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 19, 2005

A look at the Beatitudes and how an understanding of the Kingdom of God, present and future, helps us to face the difficulties of life.

Mary Lewis tells this story: “Alexander M. Sanders, Jr., is the Chief Judge of the South Carolina Court of Appeals. When his daughter Zoe graduated from the University of South Carolina in 1992, he told this story that happened when she was just three years old. Sanders came home from work one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:20-23, Luke 6:27-31

Denomination: Methodist

The New Jerusalem - Heaven - Eternity

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 13, 2005

Part of 60 Sermon "expository" series available at website with Formatted Notes, Handouts, Powerpoint Templates and Presentations.

all 3 parts to this message in formatted text version and PowerPoint template are free at: www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/NewJerusalem.html The New Jerusalem Rev. 21 Human history began in paradise…the Garden of Eden. And it will all end in paradise…the New Jerusalem. v. 5 this sums up the last ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Supper With The Savior

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Aug 13, 2005

This is a monologue done in first person by David and is a reinactment of Psalm 51 presented in modern day situation and dialogue.

“Supper with the Savior” Monologue from Psalm 51 Created by ©Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2005) Scene opens with modern day David entering stage area where you find a table for two that is stylishly set representing an upscale restaurant. David enters with brief case speaking as if talking to the maitre ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Instilled Confidence In The Disciples

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 1, 2006

There is a crisis of confidence in our country. Faith gives us the courage to face the present with confidence and the future with expectancy.

How Jesus Instilled Confidence in the Disciples (Acts 4:13-20) Acts 4:13 - "Now as they observed the confidence of Peter and John and understood that they were uneducated and untrained men. They marveled. They realized that they had been with Jesus." There is a crisis of confidence in our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Road To Becoming A World Changer

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Dec 28, 2005

We need more World Changers who are willing to do whatever it takes to present Christ to others.

One the Road to becoming a World Changer! Luke 10:30-37 The Setting: We are walking down a roadside between Jerusalem and Jericho. An area that is considered dangerous but one that is often traveled by many people. This is The exact same road in which this story unfolds. Summary: A certain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Baptist

A God Copier

Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Feb 27, 2007

We are called to be like God in this present world. This sermon shows what a "God-copier" looks like.

A God Copier! Ephesians 5:1-3 While I was still in High school, the Theatre Arts department took a group of students to New York City. A friend of mine, named Jason Carr, was one of the lucky theatre people who got to go. While in NYC, he encountered a man selling watches on the street. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-3

Denomination: Nazarene

"Scriptural Unity"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 13, 2002

Presented at the Uncompahgre Baptist Association Annual Exec. Board Meeting, in Paonia, CO, Sept. 14, 2002

“And He came and preached peace to you who were far away, and peace to those who were near; for through Him we both have our access in one Spirit to the Father. So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints, and are of God’s household, having been ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:18-19

Denomination: Orthodox

Eight Great Mistakes As Seen In John 9

Contributed by Charles Holt on Aug 13, 2001

The healing of the blind beggar provides the backdrop for interesting discussions on vital spiritual principles with present day applications.

Charles W. Holt email: cholt@gt.rr.com Introduction: In John 9, we find people expressing serious errors in judgment that affect themselves and others. There is an interesting interaction between Jesus, the 12 disciples, the blind man, his parents, their neighbors, and the Pharisees. The fears, ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Receiving The Truth Series

Contributed by Gary Smith on Apr 3, 2002

The message addreses the need for the Truth to be taught and preached and received in this present day. It is the truth that sets men free.

Sermon Prepared By Gary Smith For Lexington Church Of God, For Sunday Morning, April 7th, 2002 “Receiving The TRUTH” (Part One) TEXT: Prov 23:23 (KJV) 23 Buy the truth, and sell it not; also wisdom, and instruction, and understanding. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:23

Denomination: Church Of God

The Prayer Of Jabez, Part 1

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Nov 18, 2001

Despite some pitfalls in Dr. Wilkinson’s presentation, the prayer of Jabez is an inspirational and useful tool for believers.

"And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, "Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain!" So God granted him what he requested." -- 1 Chronicles 4:10, NKJV All of us struggle ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

Starting New All Over Again

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jun 10, 2001

New beginnings are a gift from God, not based on our past actions, but upon His present Character.

STARTING NEW ALL OVER AGAIN EZEKIEL 36: 16-32 JUNE 9, 2001 INTRODUCTION: In his book Enjoying God, Lloyd Ogilvie writes: One of the most astounding achievements in ophthalmological surgery is the implanting of lens in a human eye. After a friend of mine had this surgery in both eyes, and the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:16-32

Denomination: Baptist