Sermons on God Is Light:

An Eternal Celebrity

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Aug 25, 2004

Funeral sermon for a man who lived an ordinary life, but came to Christ in his final illness. He had no family or close friends and the funeral was paid for by the council.

In every generation of human history there have been a small number of people who achieved fame or greatness. People who were talked about by their contemporaries, who set the agenda and the spirit of the age. An even smaller number of people are remembered by future generations, whose names and ...read more

Scripture: John 11:11-25

Denomination: Salvation Army

When Greed Is The Creed Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Jan 27, 2001

OUTLINE FOR NEHEMIAH CHPT. 5

WHEN GREED IS THE CREED – NEHEMIAH 5:1-13 Because we live in a temporary world we face a challenge every day about the priorities of life. Will we live for the temporary world or will we live for that which is eternal. If we are not careful and don’t keep our eyes on Jesus and His kingdom, we will ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of Life

Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 4, 2001

As Jesus’ body hung lifeless on the cross on that Friday afternoon, "the promise of life" that He would rise again was a greater reality than anyone then imagined. "The Promise of Life" is still available today!

"The Promise of Life" Matthew 27:57-66 INTRODUCTION Jesus was dead! Those who hated Jesus and sought to destroy Him were relieved--they thought they were rid of Him. But even after Jesus died on Friday, there lingered the promise of Jesus that He would rise again on the third day! This promise ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-66

Denomination: Baptist

"How To Choose A Best Friend"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Nov 19, 2003

David and Jonathan were best friends. In their relationship we find what makes true freindships work. Who is your "best friend?"

Text: (1 Sam 18:1 KJV) And it came to pass, when he had made an end of speaking unto Saul, that the soul of Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. 2 And Saul took him that day, and would let him go no more home to his father’s house. 3 Then Jonathan and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Or Not Be Forgiven (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Art Benavidez on Nov 7, 2002

Forgiveness is not an option.

Forgive or Not be Forgiven (Part 1) Matt 6:15 But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins. (NIV) Jesus said that in order to be forgiven that we must forgive others of their sins. I believe that this is one of the hardest issues that people fight with. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Which Side Of The Cross Are You On

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 14, 2007

How the death of the two thieves are pertinent to our spiritiual condition and position with Christ

WHICH SIDE OF THE CROSS ARE YOU ON Luke 23:33-43 Intro: In these passages of scripture Luke takes us to Calvary’s Hill. Here we find three men being killed two for being criminals and one for being perfect. And more times than not I would preach on the middle cross out of these scriptures but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Waiting For Christmas

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 6, 2006

A Christmas Message.

WAITING FOR CHRISTMAS Luke 2:22-35 INTRO: Only children Mark the days from the calendar until Christmas. For most of us, the days before Christmas pass in a flurry of activity and leave us just short of getting everything done. Some preparation is creative, some is not. The old prophet Simeon is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is A Model For Witnessing

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006

Educators say that people learn easily by observation. Here, Jesus models witnessing for us.

JESUS IS A MODEL FOR WITNESSING John 4:1-42 INTRO: Educators say that people learn easily by observation. To see someone do something and to try it ourselves creates a good learning situation. Jesus is a model for a Christian’s life and ministry. By observing His life and work, believers can ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

Home Sweet Home Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jul 9, 2007

"Honour thy father and thy mother". Prominence, position, purpose, punishment, performance.

INTRODUCTORY COMMENTS *This is the only one of the Ten Commandments with a promise attached to it - "that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee". *Widespread breaking of it is a sign of the last days according to 2 Timothy 3 "This know also, that in the last days ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

A Group Of Contrasts Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jul 30, 2007

A sermon in I Corth

A Group of Contrasts 1 Corinthians 4:8-21 Introduction A. A spectacle to the whole universe (v. 9). Paul is using a word picture very familiar in the Roman empire. 1. Prisoners were paraded through the streets by the conquering general. 2. The apostles were like those “on display at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:8-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Nine O'clock Appointment Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Jul 20, 2006

Here is an incident of "devine appointment.."

“A Nine O’Clock appointment” BOOK OF ACTS - LESSON #5 Acts 3:1-11 Vs. 1 - Here is an incident of “divine appointment” - a “nine o’clock appointment.” Peter and John heard no voice saying, “Go heal the crippled man”. They received no special revelation. They were headed for a prayer meeting ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Can You Give?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 9, 2006

The most precious thing we can give to Christ Jesus is the one thing we are most reluctant to give. Ourselves!

Mark 8: 31 – 38 – What Can I Give You? Intro: I remember a number of years ago watching a television program called “What’s My Line?” --- The program was in black and white, so that tells you how long ago it was. The whole premise of the show was a panel of celebrities tried to guess the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

He Said, We Said

Contributed by Nathan Cooper on Feb 26, 2008

Malachi examines true sacrifice and true worship.

Mal. 1 HE SAID, WE SAID: Intro: Have you ever had an argument with a spouse and she knew what you were gonna say even before you did? Eerie isn’t it? Like she can read your mind. Malachi was a prophet of God and he has to confront the priests. “I know what He’ll say.” Malachi already knows ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Smyrna: The Suffering Church Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Apr 2, 2008

What is the missing element of the church in America today? Suffering. Smyrna receives word from Jesus about The Preeminent Savior, The Persecuted Saints and The Promised Solace.

Revelation 2:8-11 Smyrna: The Suffering Church Smyrna was the “Crown of Asia.” Beautiful in appearance, Smyrna was also known for her wealth, commerce and religion. But she was intolerant of intolerance. The more this church was “crushed”, the more fragrant she became. The missing element in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Hall Of Fame # 6 - Ramah Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Dec 31, 2007

A look at Ramah, one of the places mentioned in Ezra’s list and also in the Christmas story.

INTRODUCTION There are many unfamiliar names mentioned in Ezra’s list of returning Jews. But there are a few familiar names. One of them is Ramah. At first glance it might not appear to be. But think of Matthew 2 which tells us of Jesus’ birth - "In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 2:26