Sermons on gods business:

Dogs And Pigs Series

Contributed by Ken Gilmore on Jun 11, 2002

Sound direction given by Jesus on how a Christian is to make judgements.

Dogs and Swine Matthew 7:6 Intro: What does the phrase mean? · Waste something on something or someone who does not appreciate it; offer excellent goods to those not worthy. I. Define Terms a. Holy (Hagios): Sacred(physically pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:6

Denomination: Baptist

Our Absolute Need For One Another

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jul 24, 2002

In an age of social isolationism and disengagement from the body of Christ, the Lord is calling us to be a community of believers again.

Our Absolute Need for One Another August, 2002 Acts 2: 42-47 “They devoted themselves to the apostles teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. All the believers were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Romans 12:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Emmaus Road Experience

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Apr 22, 2003

Using the NKJV, this outline simply divides the Luke 24:14-46 passage into six subdivisions which might facilitate a didactical approach to this great passage.

THE EMMAUS ROAD EXPERIENCE Luke 24:14-46 The experience that two of Christ’s disciples had as they returned to their home in Emmaus tells us a great deal about the resurrected Christ. Every born-again believer would loved to have been walking with these two disciples and our Lord as He expounded ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:14-46

Denomination: Baptist

A Jet Tour Thru Numbers Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Apr 5, 2002

Synopsis of the Book of Numbers

A Jet Tour Thru Numbers I. The NAME of the Book - Number A. Gr. - ARITHMOI - numbers; because of the census taken in the beginning of the book (ch. 1 - 3) and at the end (ch. 26) B. Heb. - BE-MIDBAR - in the wilderness [desert] (1:1) II. The AUTHOR of the Book - Moses A. Stated clearly in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Footwashing - Example Or Ritual?

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 29, 2000

Footwashing was an EXAMPLE for believers to follow, not a ritual to observe like the Lord’s Table!

FOOT WASHING - EXAMPLE OR RITUAL? (John 13:3-17) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/footwash.html] The Bible does NOT command New Testament believers to observe foot washing as a Church ritual. 1. The washing of the apostles’ feet by ...read more

Scripture: John 13:3-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Danger Of Good Intentions

Contributed by Rex Deckard on Mar 26, 2006

We live in a world where we have placed a higher premium on sincerity, than on truth. The attitude of the world is that, if our intentions are right, if we have a good motive, then our actions- no matter how awful are justified. But the ends never justi

The Danger of Good Intentions 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits. Proverbs 16:2 Introduction We live in a world where we have placed a higher premium on sincerity, than on truth. The attitude of the world is that, if our intentions are right, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Do You Believe?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 14, 2006

What we believe about the events of Easter morning must be at the center of our faith in Christ Jesus. We must believe in the resurrection of Christ Jesus "Otherwise, you have believed in vain."

I Corinthians 15: 1 – 11 What Do You Believe? Intro: A number of years ago, some Chinese and Americans were witnessing an athletic event together for the first time. The band struck up a tune. The Chinese, thinking it was playing the United States’ national anthem, stood. --- Then, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Love Your Enemies Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 1, 2007

It is easy to love people of your own kind, but the Lord calls us beyond that.

Two men were on a cruise ship together and began to talk. Finally one of them asked, “Do you believe in God?" He said, "Yes." I asked, "Are you a Christian or a Jew?" He said, "A Christian." I said, "Me, too! Protestant or Catholic?" He said, "Protestant." I said, "Me, too! What ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

If You Love Me

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 10, 2007

We are not left to dance the dance of life alone. Christ Jesus has given us the Holy Spirit to help us show our love for Him by following His teachings.

John 14: 23 – 39 If You Love Me Intro: You hear them all the time. Expressions like: “Luv ya man.” --- “I just love chocolate cake.” --- “I love you hair!” --- When was the last time someone told you that they loved you? Did you believe them? Why or why not? How do you know when ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Brook In The Way"

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on May 17, 2007

a sermon to encourage others to be a brook of refreshment for others

Psalm 110 “brook in the way” Messianic Psalm In verses 5-7 David sees the coming battle that will dethrone all those human and demonic forces which have had their way during the seven year tribulation. In verse 7 is an unusual phrase. “Shall drink of the brook in the way.” The word for “brook” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Do All The Good You Possibly Can Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Jan 11, 2007

This is a sermon based on the Second General Rule of the Methodist Societies.

(This sermon has text, but are talking points and was expounded when preached). What if you were the woman Elijah asked for help 1 Kings 17:8-16)? Ill: In my own life, that when I wasn’t helping, didn’t seem to be many there when I needed help. But when I was a generous and caring person… The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Prepared To Serve The King

Contributed by Sam Peters on Feb 27, 2007

What does it mean to do service for the King? Listed are seven characteristics of faithful service & stewardship.

Prepared to Serve the King 1 Chron 4:21-23 21 The sons of Shelah the son of Judah were, Er the father of Lecah, and Laadah the father of Mareshah, and the families of the house of them that wrought fine linen, of the house of Ashbea, 22 And Jokim, and the men of Chozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:21-23

When The Odds Are Stacked Against You

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Mar 15, 2007

Driven from his home as an "illegitimate" child, Jephthah fought against the odds and elements to rediscover and reinvent himself. His tenacity led him to eventually become the hero and CEO of the nation that originally kicked him out. What to do when th

I. LIFE IS JUST NOT ALWAYS FAIR A. True In The World, In Church, In Families, In Workplace B. Times When You Feel You’re Unfairly Treated 1. There may be times when you feel underappreciated, favoritism 2. There may be times when you feel excluded, left out II. DEUTERONOMY 23 – LAWS OF ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

He Set Me Free

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jun 23, 2007

what have we been set free from? Sin and death

He set me free Intro: I went on a mission trip this week and it was awesome. We had a wonderful time. Whenever you are in the center of the Lords will doing His work, great things happen. Well we met quite a few people. We had a great time rebuilding someone’s home. When you loose everything you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Love: Exciting And New

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Oct 14, 2007

Wedding sermon for a military couple. Has some good illustrations and application that could be used for any couple.

-To begin my message, I wanted an expert on marriage to share some words of insight – let’s take a look at the screen -Show Video clip from “Princess Bride” -In our text today, it talks about what love does oMany people think that love is a feeling oThat is why people can say, “I’m not in love ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Lutheran