Sermons on Glory To God From Our Weakness:

The Child That Lit Up The World

Contributed by Brian Mccutchen on Feb 8, 2005

If Jesus had never born, people believed there would be: 63% - less charity 61% - less kindness 59% - less personal happiness 58% - less tolerance 47% - more war (16% say less, 26% say the same)

The Child That Lit Up The World John 1:1-9 Introduction: Newsweek Magazine conducted a poll asking some questions about Christ and His birth.* Here are some of the results: 67% - believe that the entire story of Christmas is historically accurate 24% - believe the story of Christmas is a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peacekeeper Or Peacemaker Series

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 26, 2002

Are we called to be Peacekeepers or Peacemakers, some do not know the difference. We are weapons of Peace, givers of Peace, and makers of Peace.

Peacekeeper or Peacemaker Matt 5:9 When looking up Peacekeeper in an Encyclopedia one would find some of the following; various weapons like the Colt 45 called by Sam Colt “the peacekeeper” you would also find a missile system built during Ronald Reagan’s administration by the same name. You ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-35, Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spectators Or Participants

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 2, 2014

We must not be benchwarmers in the Kingdom.

Spectators or Participants September 28, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must not be benchwarmers in the Kingdom. Focus Passage: John 5:17, 19-20 Supplemental Passage: "But what do you think? A man had two sons, and he came to the first and ...read more

Scripture: John 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Reflection A.5 / Coronavirus - First Response / We Ask Why. But We’re Cautious In Forming An Opinion

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 9, 2020

Looking at coronavirus - is there a bigger picture? We need to look, but we also need to be cautious in interpreting what we 'see'.

There are many ways to ‘see’ things, not with our physical eyes, but with the eyes of understanding. In the previous 'Reflection' I reflected on Jesus’ sensitivity to different people he met: a leper, someone who was deaf, someone who was blind. Jesus ‘saw’ each person as an individual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Price Tag Of A Prophet Series

Contributed by Khalil Carter on Aug 24, 2021

as prophets we must be ready to speak the truth and the ungirded truth and must hear the lords voice continually

giving honor to god whose the head of my life turn with me if you will to the book of deuteromney 13 :1-3 and we also are going to visit ch 18 verses 21 -22 prayer As Christ followers are called and commissioned to be disciples . disciples are very ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 13:1-4, Deuteronomy 18:21-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Papa's Got A Brand New Bag (4)

Contributed by Shane Brooks on May 5, 2005

A recap and impactful closing to the series

Isaiah 43:18 Everything Jesus ever talked about was new Covenant, Heaven, Earth, Creation, Mind, Song, Day, When he says he’s bringing rivers to the wilderness- it means 1. THERE”S NOTHING WRONG WITH BEING LOST 2. GOD CAN GET YOU OUT 3. MAYBE NOT HOW YOU”RE EXPECTING Last week we learned, God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Divine Birth Announcement

Contributed by John White on Dec 14, 2019

There's something about a birth and birthdays that is intrinisically exciting. A new life begins,,,,,,,,

A DIVINE BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction: , There's something about a birth and birthdays that is intrinisically exciting. A new life begins, a new personality comes into existence and another creature made in the image of Go walks onto the stage of the universe. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Problem At The Wedding

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 4, 2003

Jesus uses a "problem at a wedding" to demonstrate his great power. As he changed the water into wine, he still changes lives today.

“A Problem At The Wedding” John 2:1-11 Joke: Where were you on my wedding day ? Wedding are supposed to be joyful events. Do you remember your wedding day ? Of coure you do. Was it joyful ? Wait a minute maybe you shouldn’t answer that..........Let me ask this.......did everything go as ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Looking For The Perfect Church: Part 3 Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 24, 2003

When we get to heaven we’ll be surprised who is and isn’t there.

January 26, 2003 Morning Service Text: Luke 14:15-24 Subject: Christ’s Invitation. Title: Looking for the Perfect Church: Part 3 The perfect church! What do we know about it? Well we know that it is not here yet. Jesus spoke to seven churches in Revelation. Some of them probably thought they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pursuit For The Mind Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Oct 13, 2004

A closer look at growing in Christ by first taking control over what goes on in your head.

Pursuit for the Mind! Toy aisle with Grant- Wal-Mart Transformers Humans want to be more, to be a part of something bigger Christians are designed to transform, to become more This is called Spiritual Transformation and it starts in the mind 2 Disciplines of the Mind: 1. Meditation How many of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It’s Party Time

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Aug 22, 2025

I really love the message translation which says Call me and I’ll answer, be at your side in bad times; I’ll rescue you, then throw you a party.”

Psalms 91:14 - Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name. 15 He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him. I really love the message translation ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Storm Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Mar 23, 2006

This story looks at the storm of Noah’s day and tries to apply it to 21st century life. What does it mean for us today?

The Perfect Storm 1991- 6 men on a boat 1,500 miles away fishing Storm- “nothing like it before” Noah video Sure there are storms in life There’s a bigger story here though How important is what you do everyday? I want to accomplish 2 things today Read text- Genesis 7:6-24 “High hills” 1. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:6-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Five-Finger Prayer

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jul 9, 2005

A Guide When Praying For Others

When you fold your hands, the thumb is nearest you. So begin by praying for those closest to you – your loved ones (Philippians 1 : 3 – 5). The index finger is the pointer. Pray for those who teach – Bible teachers and preachers, and those who teach children (1 Thessalonians 5 : 25). The next ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fall Of A Nation

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 13, 2004

A look at Jeremiah and Babylon, could America be Spiritual Babylon?

The Fall of a Nation, Babylon is Fallen. Is the United States , Spiritual Babylon ? Jer.51:6-18. I read an artical the other day, concerning the vast wealth of America and the massive influence that she has over the rest of the world. Most banking systems are located in New ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 51:6-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Move Now! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 5, 2022

Have you ever felt stuck? In a rut? Ready for change? Need to grow? Need a something new? Then it is time to Bust a Move!

Bust A Move Pt. 2 - Move Now I. Introduction At the first of a new year we begin to think about change, new habits, new patterns, new practices in hopes of seeing new results. We make resolutions about weight, work, wealth, relationships, recreation and more. If we could summarize or characterize ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Pentecostal