Sermons on God Sings And Laughs:

God's Salvation Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 16

GOD’S SALVATION Matthew 16 v. 21 - ch 17 v. 8 Here we have :- 1. The plan of God’s salvation v. 21 Note:- (a) The compulsion of Calvary - "He must go unto Jerusalem." - why ? Because of :- (1) Man’s sin - Matthew 20 v. 28 "he must give His life a ransom for many" (2) the Law’s demands - Hebrews ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Security In God

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 11, 2001

David affirms the reality that we can have security in God.

Security in God Psalm 27:1-3 November 11, 2001 Morning Service Veteran’s from the Bible The Bible is filled with many wonderful stories of ordinary people who made an extraordinary difference in the nation of Israel. There are people from all walks of life. There were shepherds, fishermen, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God

Is God Silent? Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Nov 13, 2001

An exploration of the biblical texts asking God why and seeking an answer to the question “Is God silent when I am hurting?”

Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to trust in God even in times of adversity when He seems silent. Response: individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit will accept the invitation to come forward to the altar rail and pray. Introduction: In the fall of ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:7

Denomination: Wesleyan

"God Incarnate.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 16, 2001

First Sunday in Advent Year A. December 2, 2001 Psalm 122 Title: “God incarnate.”

First Sunday in Advent Year A. December 2, 2001 Psalm 122 Title: “God incarnate.” Psalms one hundred twenty to one hundred thirty-four, are commonly called Songs of Ascent, sung on the pilgrimage to Jerusalem for the three major annual festivals- Passover, Pentecost and Tabernacles. Psalm 122 is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

A Tribute To God

Contributed by Fred Edwards on Nov 17, 2001

The question of "Why God loves us"is answered with unquestionable gratitude and reverance.

A Tribute to the Almighty 1 Chronicles 16:8-12, 25, 34 The old Hymn, "My Tribute," says, "How can I say thanks for the things you have done for me? Things so undeserved yet you give to prove your love for me." I. How does God say "I love you?" A. With the peace you realize in times of sorrow and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:8-34

Denomination: Baptist

Gods' Love Series

Contributed by Arthur Potter on Nov 23, 2001

God loved you so much he sent His only Son.

Lafayette Advent Christian Church Pastor Arthur Potter Jeremiah 31:31 God is telling the people how he is going to clean up the mess they have made. God’s plan from the beginning of time was to have a relationship with us; His creation. Man for one reason or another has always messed it up. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-35, Romans 6:23

Denomination: *other

Trusting God

Contributed by Matthew Oliver on Jun 24, 2002

The experience of Abraham and Ishmael and Christ’s words tell us that we are to trust God, even to death.

5th Sunday after Pentecost Trusting God. Preached at Saint John the Evangelist, Cold Lake, Holy Eucharist 23 June 2002 Genesis 21:8-21; Romans 6:1-11; Psalm 86:1-10, 16-17; Matthew 10:24-39 O Lord, we pray, speak in this place, in the calming of our minds and in the longing of our hearts, by ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:8-21, Matthew 10:24-39

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Family Of God

Contributed by Bruce Smith on Jul 12, 2002

A look at the family aspects of church

THE FAMILY OF GOD INTRO 1. One of the most important parts of the church is its family-like aspect 1 Tim. 3:15 but if I am delayed, I write so that you may know how you ought to conduct yourself in the house of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:26, 1 Timothy 3:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Prostitute For God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 13, 2002

Rahab was not the type of person you’d expect God’s warriors to associate with. But there is reason to believe they didn’t seek her out - she sought them.

READ: Hebrews 11:31 "By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies, was not killed with those who were disobedient." READ: James 2:23-26 "And the scripture was fulfilled that says, "Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness," and he was called God’s friend. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Disappointed With God"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 15, 2002

Dealing with despair...moving from fear to faith

"Disappointed With God" Rev Dr Robert G Leroe We see quite a contrast between chapters 18 & 19! Elijah moves from exhilaration and intense excitement to dejection, discouragement and depression after his miraculous contest against the prophets of Baal. From his mountain top experience he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Congregational

Children Of God

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 20, 2002

Three privileges of being sons of God and one responsibility

Stiffkey 21-07-02 Rom 8: 8-17: Sons of God As I was reading Romans 8:8-17 yesterday, I was struck by Paul’s words when he said: “The Spirit testifies that we are God’s children (Rom 8:16) Paul was writing to the Christian church in Rome, people who had made a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:8-17

Denomination: Anglican

God's Field

Contributed by Rodney Mason on Jul 20, 2002

A sermon that describes the way God makes us a fruitful field for Him.

Introduction: Paul says that we are God’s field, how does He makes us that? In todays lesson we will discuss the 3 steps of becoming a fruitful field for God. Preparation -After choosing the field, there has to be preparation for it to be fruitful. 2 things that happen in the field ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding The Will Of God

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 21, 2002

In order to find the will of God: 1. You have to desire God’s will. 2. You have to do what is necessary to find God’s will. 3. You have to take a step of faith. 4. You have to commit your way to God.

I have a problem when I go to the store. There are just too many choices. I want to do something as simple as buy some cheese, but I have to decide what kind of cheese. Do I want Provolone, Swiss, Cheddar, American, Pepper, Blue, Brick, Monterey Jack, Muenster, Gouda or Brie. I went to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

God Is Holy

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jul 28, 2002

I attempt to define God’s holiness and how that should have a profound affect on our lives.

God Is Holy “As soon as children are old enough to speak, one of the first questions parents ask is, “How big are you?” Children seem to always give the same answer, “I’m soooo big!” They generally raise their hands to get additional stature, as if to say, “I’m huge. I’m enormous. There’s no ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-5, Revelation 4:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Touched By God

Contributed by Ethan Sayler on Aug 5, 2002

This is a sermon on the importance of being persistent in prayer, and how God will change your life through prayer.

It had been over twenty years since Jacob had last set foot in his father’s land; twenty years since his flight from his brother’s wrath, twenty years from that blessed encounter with the Lord at Bethel. Now, after two decades, Jacob was coming home. He had left his home alone, with nothing but ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed