Sermons on Gods Forgiveness:

How To Increase Your Credibility Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 13, 2008

Christians can maximize their credibility by engaging in key Christian behaviors.

1. Illus. of waitress • Christian man went into restaurant. Paid his bill with a $20 bill. When waitress brought him his change, she brought $10 too much. • When he called her back to table and brought this to her attention, she said, “I know. I was watching church service on television the other ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Shepherd!

Contributed by Norbert Haukenfrers on Apr 30, 2008

Jesus is our great Shepherd, he cares for his sheep, he knows us.

A shepherd was looking after his sheep one day on the side of a deserted road, when suddenly a brand new Porsche screeches to a halt. The driver, a man dressed in an Armani suit , Cerutti shoes, Dolce and Gabanna sunglasses, Longines wrist-watch, gets out and asks the shepherd: "If I can tell ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Would You Rather Be Dead?

Contributed by Jay Winters on Feb 9, 2008

This Ash Wednesday sermon uses a scene from "Fight Club" as its major illustration - it attempts to show that Christ doesn’t just give us a second chance, but that He puts us to death (while taking on our death) in Baptism and give us the empty tomb.

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three In One who makes our lives more beautiful than what they could ever be on their own. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, About ten years ago, a movie came out that just about everyone saw. It was called “Fight ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Escape From Boredom's Path Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 9, 2008

Boredom is just one of many emotions that can rob us from having a wonder relationship with the Lord.

Escape from Boredom’s Path John 10:10 Intro Jesus said, “A man’s life consist not in the abundance of things which he possess. Yet men and women today feverishly are seeking satisfaction in power, profit, and pleasure. As the poet Cowper has said, these people will be disappointed in their ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Baptist

Protecting Clones

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Jan 5, 2014

Protecting Clones

Though it was not the only reason, the American Civil War was fought in part because a significant percentage of the population came to be seen as less than completely human. It is said if we don’t learn from the past we are doomed to repeat it and the only thing we learn from history is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Arrest, Trial And Death Of Jesus, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 14, 2014

The bible only records Pilate's actions as, “He had Jesus flogged …” Today, Christians need to stop playing games with the love Jesus has for us. We need to be reminded that we deserve what He took, and because of that He is Lord!

The Arrest, Trial and Death of Jesus, Part 2 Mark 14:66 – Mark 15:20 - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- Today we continue the final week of Jesus’ life and ministry - On Wednesday night we saw several things take shape in this story: - 1) Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction To Acts Series

Contributed by Eric Keller on Jan 10, 2011

The first sermon in a series through the book of Acts

INTRODUCTION TO ACTS Acts 1:1-2 I. INTRODUCTION A. We all struggle to know what our purpose is B. The purpose God has for us here on earth C. The purpose of the church we call Bethany Church D. We are gathered together this morning as Christians E. But what are we really here for? F. This is a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Letters To The Churches

Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Nov 20, 2010

Letters to the Churches

Letters to the Churches Revelation Two Introduction: 1. Letters to the Churches a. The Lord is making certain command on these first century churches. b. Christ is the head of these churches c. Each Church was to read what was said to the others 2. Spiritual threats to the Churches a. Paganism ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds Of Jesus, His Feet Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 20, 2011

A meditation for Tuesday of Holy Week, part 2 of a 4 part series on “Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds of Jesus.”

Tuesday of Holy Week Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds of Jesus His Feet* Objective: A meditation for Tuesday of Holy Week, part 2 of a 4 part series on “Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds of Jesus.” NOTE: WHILE DELIVERING THIS MEDITATION PASTOR KEN WAS WASHING THE FEET OF A PARISHIONER Have ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

A Memorial To Allen See

Contributed by Jesse Bennett on Nov 19, 2008

My first funural I officiated as pastor of Bible Baptist Shawnee Oklahoma. Message of hope and honor.

A memorial to Allen See 1939-2008 By Jesse Bennett Song: We gather in this solemn place to remember the life and morn the death of Allen See. Devoted husband, father and grandfather. We do not sorrow as those who have no hope, for our hope is in Jesus Christ. 1) Allen was a wonderful man ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

I'll Fly Away

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jun 17, 2010

I often wondered, especially in times like these, why would the author use the word ‘GLAD’ when referring to this earthly life being over? Can we find a sense of Gladness even when a life has been cut so short and abruptly?

Dr. Wayne A. Lawson Perfected Praise Worship Center – OKC www.perfectedpraisewc.org Preached at Funeral – June 16, 2010 (Sermon adapted and revised from Rev. Bruce Ball’s 2006 sermon) TITLE: I’LL FLY AWAY SCRIPTURE: II TIMOTHY 4:6-8 / I CORINTHIANS 15:54 Today we are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Nightvision Concert/Event Evangelism Workshop Pt.2 Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jul 5, 2010

This is the 2nd of 2 workshops done at the Nightvision event in Colorado (July 9-10, 2010) on practical ways to share the Good News. Please listen to workshop 1 also!

Recap from yesterday... Nightvision theme: Holiness. Sins of Commission come to mind but sins of omission are an issue too. We are set apart for Him as ambassadors.
 Superbowl analogy. 
 Revival is here - Over 260,000 people hear the gospel and more than 174,000 trust Christ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 2, 2009

Jesus rather unflatteringly compares us to sheep

“I am the Good Shepherd” John 10:1-21 Story: A shepherd was looking after his sheep one day on the side of a deserted road, when suddenly a brand new Porsche screeches to a halt. The driver, a man dressed in an Armani suit, Esquivel shoes, Ray-Ban sunglasses, Rolex watch, and a Pierre ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Anglican

One Thing: First Things First

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 6, 2012

The one thing – the most important thing – that we can do in our Christian lives is to abide in Jesus in prayer, in the Word, and in His love.

ONE THING: FIRST THINGS FIRST VIDEO INTRO: Clip from City Slickers with Mitch and Curly discussing “One Thing.” This is an interesting movie because Mitch (Billy Crystal) is going through a mid-life crisis and finds his life is missing something, and goes looking for that ‘one thing’ – the secret ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-9

Denomination: *other

The New Rome Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Feb 11, 2010

ARE WE SEEING THE SEEDS OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE NEW ROMAN EMPIRE?

THE NEW ROME DANIEL CHAPTER 2 AND SEVEN INTRODUCTION: THE STUDY OF PROPHECY IS NOT AN EXACT STUDY, IN THAT WHILE WE KNOW WHAT IS GOING TO HAPPEN, WE DON’T HAVE AN EXACT TIME TABLE, NOR IN SOME CASES THE EXACT CIRCUMSTANCES AS TO HOW THE PROPHECY IS TO UNFOLD. WHEN WE LOOK TO A STUDY OF ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Baptist