Sermons on Gods Protection:

The Solid Foundation Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 21, 2014

The second in a series on the Parables of Jesus, this expository, three-point sermon explores the stone, the structure, and the storm Jesus described in the parable of the wise and foolish builders.

PARABLES OF JESUS : THE SOLID FOUNDATION Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/9/14 The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the most famous structures in the world—not because of its gently rising series of arches, but because of its legendary tilt. Construction began on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Christian Church

The 12 Apostles: John Son Of Zebedee

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 22, 2015

Here is the mysterious person who leaned on Jesus at the last supper, the only one of the 12 to die a natural death, and who was vouchsafed with the greatest prophetic insight of any person in Scripture.

THE 12 APOSTLES: JOHN SON OF ZEBEDEE INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Rabbi Levy was walking home from synagogue one Sabbath when he saw Issy, a leader in his congregation, going into ‘The Chinese Crab’ restaurant. 2. As he looked through the window, Rabbi Levy saw Issy order a plate of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Will Avoid The Traps Of “churchianity" Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Nov 16, 2015

Church Membership, The Body, Selfishness

I WILL – “I Will” Avoid the Traps of “Churchianity” 1 Corinthians 12:12, 27-28 (pg. 799-800) November 22, 2015 Introduction: I need to openly tell you I stole this title from Thom Rainer’s book “I Will.” There is no such word as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Relevant Friendship

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Aug 9, 2015

Do you invite people into your circle of friends? What does real genuine friendship look like to you?

Relevant Friendship “… enjoy the companionship of those who love the Lord…” 2 Tim. 2:22 (LB) Intro: Sharon was like most lifelong members of First Church. At one time she knew every person by name. She and her husband had six children, eleven grandchildren and five ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rapture: When You Least Expect It

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 27, 2015

The 7 signs of Christ's soon coming

RAPTURE: WHEN YOU LEAST EXPECT IT Acts 2:20 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Two sisters inherited the family farm. They desperately needed a bull to breed with their heifers and they only had $600. 2. The brunette told her sister, "I’m going to go look at a bull-calf in Jewett. If I decide to buy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:38-40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Eschatology That Pasts The Test Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 12, 2014

Many falter when it comes to "end-time" teachings. There is a way you can be certain about how things will end.

• End-times, the Rapture, The 1000 year reign of Christ, Heaven, Hell, Why are they important? • A fellow skeptic once asked the famous atheist Voltaire if he would speak some words of comfort to a friend who was dying. Voltaire responded, "I don’t think I can do that. The thought ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Last Things Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 19, 2014

The 13 chapter of Mark teach us so much about how things will end.

• The second coming of Christ is one of the most important doctrines of Christianity. • Yet today some Christians look at it as optional, not as important as topics concerning day to day living. • Biblical prophecy provides some of the greatest encouragement and hope available to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

"I'll Pay You $5,000 If You Can Prove The Rapture!"

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 25, 2014

One of our ladies went to a Bible study and was told there's no such thing as the Rapture. Further, the teacher said she'd pay her $5,000 if she could give a her a Scripture proof of the Rapture. Find out what happened!

"I'LL PAY YOU $5,000 IF YOU CAN PROVE THE RAPTURE!" INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: The doctor’s bill 1. Morris was worried because his wife Barbara was very ill and needed a good doctor. Dr. Myers was the best doctor in their city, so Morris asked him to treat Barbara. 2. Dr. Myers said, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Endure Hardship

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Jul 10, 2014

The apostle Paul charges Timothy to endure hardship like a 1) Good Soldier 2) Striving Athlete & 3) Hard-working Farmer. And at the end of it all there will be a crown and a harvest if we do not give up.

How to Endure Hardship 2 Timothy 2:3-6 Introduction: Ill. The story is told of a king in Africa who had a close friend with whom he grew up. The friend had a habit of looking at every situation that ever occurred in his life (positive or negative) and remarking, "This is good!" One day the king ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope For A Hopeless Mess Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 13, 2014

Our Past, Shame, The Holy Spirit, Our Testimony

John 4:4-26 (p. 741) May 18, 2014 Introduction: [Brennan Manning tells a story in “Lion and Lamb” of a recent convert to Jesus who was approached by an unbelieving friend. His friend’s first statement: “So you’ve been converted to Christ?” ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Savior In The Sacrifice

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 15, 2013

A sermon that describes the portraits of Jesus found in the meat offering in Leviticus 2.

"The Savior in the Sacrifice" Leviticus 2:1 And when any will offer a meat offering unto the LORD, his offering shall be of fine flour; and he shall pour oil upon it, and put frankincense thereon: 2 And he shall bring it to Aaron's sons the priests: and he shall take there out his handful of the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Drunk In Your Birthday Suit Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Sep 23, 2013

This message encourages us to live past our our mistakes

Weird Stories in the Bible Drunk in your Birthday Suit Genesis 9:20-29 Opening words: Last week, I began a six part sermon series, Weird Stories in the Bible. There are more weird stories in the Bible then you would think. They are not the ones we visit annually like the nativity or the passion of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:20-29

Denomination: Methodist

Witness: Integrity #8 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 24, 2019

Witness requires integrity before the world

We began a conversation a number of weeks ago with a question: what gives us meaning in this life? I suggested that the question is actually a mute point for those who call themselves Christian because if we believe that Christ came, died and rose again then we must also live out this reality. To ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where's Lazerus

Contributed by John Gullick on Aug 12, 2018

A sermon about the poor man at the gate of the rich man.

Where’s Lazerus???????????? Luke 16:19 Where's Wally? is a British series of children's puzzle books created by English illustrator Martin Handford. The books consist of a series of detailed double-page spread illustrations depicting dozens or more people doing a variety of amusing things at a ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gifts For Jesus

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 17, 2018

This sermon is going to contrast the motives of King Herod, the priests and teachers of the law with that of the Magi and in doing so conclude that what Jesus truly wants on His birthday is the symbolic gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh!

Gifts for Jesus Matthew 2:1-12 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 This sermon is available on the above website in Word, PDF, audio and a live video What gift can one give to Jesus on His birthday? You think shopping for spouse, children, other relatives and friends of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist