Sermons on God Hater:

The Disciple's Cross

Contributed by Gary Birch on Feb 27, 2007

Following Jesus has become too easy for many people. We like to take the benefits without the discipline and responsibilities. What does it really mean to take up our cross and follow him?

The Italian freedom fighter Garibaldi offered his men only hunger and death to free Italy. Garibaldi had an incredibly committed volunteer army. He would appeal for recruits in these terms: “I offer neither pay, nor quarters, nor provisions; I offer hunger, thirst, forced marches, battles and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28

More Than Salt

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 25, 2009

A sermon about salt from Matthew 5:13. Main points come from Victor Knowles

Evening Service for 5/24/2009 (Mat 5:13 NIV) "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. Introduction: An old Greek tale tells of a king with three daughters. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Learning To See That We May Follow

Contributed by Carl Greene on Jun 21, 2010

The Greek word for “roadside, road and ‘way’” are the same word. Bartimaeus ask for and received his sight. Upon seeing clearly, he got up and followed [Jesus] along the road… along the “way.”

“What do you want me to do for you?” If Jesus were to come through the doors of this sanctuary this morning, walk up the center isle then suddenly pause, then turn to you and ask that question….how would you respond? Think about that question for just a moment. “What do ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Methodist

A Picture Of Jesus

Contributed by Don Baggett on Jun 26, 2010

The Bible is about Jesus, and there are many pictures of Him, even in the Old Testament where His name is not given. This message shows how Joseph is a picture of Jesus.

I heard a preacher say that Jesus is on every page of the Bible, even when His name is not called, and if you read a page and don’t find Jesus, you need to read it again, because the Bible is about Jesus. I agree with that. Today, I want you to see some ways that Joseph gives us a picture of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:57

Denomination: Baptist

Reflections Of Leadership Skills (Piano Movers)

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Feb 22, 2011

A speech given to the Mitchell County Leadership Team, Mitchell County, KS; in 2007 to inspire and encourage each member to see each one as one body.

Reflections of Leadership Skills (Piano Movers) 1 Corinthians 12: 12-26 12 Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. 13 For we were all baptized by[c] one Spirit so as to form one body—whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free—and we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26

Denomination: Other

The Cost Of Discipleship Part 2 Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Oct 19, 2010

Becoming a follower of Jesus Christ is more than just getting a ticket to heaven.

The Cost of Discipleship part 2 The Book of Mark Mark 8:34-38 I. Introduction: A. As we pointed out last week when someone takes a trip or changes a job or hires someone they take into account what it will take to accomplish the stated goal. 1. That is what Jesus is talking about in our passage ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

Building On The Right Foundation

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jan 21, 2010

It's not necessarily how we build, but how we start that counts. We can build a great building, but if it is on the wrong foundation...trouble!

Passage: Matthew 7:24-29 Intro: Story of the Quimpers on the banks of the river, in Michener’s book “Texas” 1. the Sermon on the Mount has been full of images. PP very fast: paths, roads, gates, wolves and sheep, salt, light, trees… 2. but there is a final ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Now Jericho

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010

This sermon addresses how Jericho represents the "battle before the blessings, and how we get ready for Jericho through discipleship and forward thinking.

INTRO * I’ve taken you on a journey o Out of Egypt to Canaan * They are finally in Canaan * And they are facing Jericho Jericho = stronghold strength protection * Jericho marks the place of battle before blessing * They are now at Jericho o Now is a time word o Something had to proceed ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Surviving The Death Of A Loved One Series

Contributed by Max High on Feb 23, 2008

Everyone will one day face grief because of the loss of a loved one or some other tragedy of life. Jesus holds the answer to our survival in these times.

Jesus meets our deepest needs John 11:1-44 Introduction Everyone will one day face grief because of the loss of a loved one or some other tragedy of life. This knowledge in Itself does not offer us condolences or comfort. However, there are many comforts we can receive from scripture and the life ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sixth Word: Victory Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 19, 2008

In this sermon we examine the sixth word Jesus uttered on the cross, which is a word of victory.

Introduction Herbert Lockyer, in his book titled All the Last Words of Saints and Sinners, says, "The last words of both saints and sinners about to enter eternity, what they had to say before their stammering tongues lay silent in the grave, demands our deepest attention and most earnest ...read more

Scripture: John 19:29-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is Communion

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 17, 2007

Understanding the Basic emphasis in the New Testament on Communion

Title: Basic emphasis in the New Testament on Communion Text: 1 Cor 11:24-26 Resourse for sermon The Worship Maze by Paul Basden pp. 131 Introduction Since I was a little child I can remember observing the sacred sacrament called communion. In some circles it is called the Lord’s Supper. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:24-26

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Become Great In The New Year Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 11, 2007

A basketball coach got a glimpse of the success philosophy when an alumni of the university told him; “Coach we are behind you, win or tie.”

How to Become Great in the new year A Success Message for the New Year If you want to become great in 2008 you can! Just exactly what is success? People are infatuated about success. You can see an emphasis on success and winning in just about every sphere of life. It seems important to drive ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

Remembering The Persecuted Church

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 17, 2008

Message about how we can remember and become involved with those suffering for the faith.

Remembering the Persecuted Church Hebrews 13:3; 1 Corinthians 12:26 International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church November 9, 2008 Me: This is one of those real somber topics that we’d really rather not think of, at least if we’re honest about it. Talking about persecution doesn’t evoke ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:3

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Hope In Christ's Return Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Nov 26, 2008

A Message of HOPE for Advent.

The Hope in Christ’s Return Mark 13:24-37 Intro In the late 19th Century in America, there was a wave of enthusiasm for prophecies predicting the actual date for Christ’s Second coming. One such self proclaimed prophet was William Miller. And it is in his movement that both the Jehovah ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Discovery This Christmas Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Dec 11, 2008

THE GREATEST DISCOVERY OF THE CHRIST CHILD THIS CHRISTMAS AND OUR CHOICES.

MATT 1: 18 -24.THE GREATEST DISCOVERY THERE WAS ONCE A SHEEP RANCH OWNED BY A MAN NAMED MR. YATES. MR. YATES WASN’T ABLE TO MAKE ENOUGH ON HIS RANCHING OPERATION TO PAY THE OVERHEADS AND THE INTEREST ON THE MORTGAGE, SO HE WAS IN DANGER OF LOSING HIS RANCH. WITH LITTLE MONEY ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Baptist