Sermons on Good Intentions:

Why Fishermen?

Contributed by Barry M. Adkins on Sep 4, 2011

How we may learn from the qualities and characteristics of the fisherman.

Why Fishermen? – Matt. 4:18—22 It is kind of dramatic that Jesus called four hardworking commercial fishermen to be His first disciples. Reading John 21:1-3 we find that seven of the twelve disciples may have been fishermen. “Afterward Jesus appeared again to his disciples, by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Brethren

A Tower That Won’t Fall

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 13, 2011

The 10th Anniversary of 9/11 brings some lessons into focus. Let us learn them.

A Tower That Won’t Fall Proverbs 18:10 - 11 * It was a beautiful morning, a light breeze coming off the waters. The sun was on the rise and the soldiers were enjoying every minute of their military duty, thanking God and counting themselves lucky for where they had been stationed. Some were going ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Lifting The Veil -- Introduction Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 18, 2011

Idioms within the Bible give us insight into the mind of God. This lesson introduces a series on Idioms to help us better understand the word of God.

There are many pictures of Mt Taranaki in NZ it looked beautiful. It may be difficult for one to see it for oneself as it is generally covered in clouds. When the clouds are removed the sight of the mountain takes one’s breath away. Many know a lot about the Lord and they enjoy His beauty ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-63

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Calls You A Hypocrite

Contributed by Tessie R. Simmons on Sep 20, 2011

Jesus calls the scribes hypocrite for judging others unfairly and not judging themselves fairly.

The scribes and Pharisees have left Jerusalem to follow Jesus. No, not to gain spiritual insight but rather to observe him for the purpose of gathering information to be used against him. Why? They are jealous of his popularity! He is stealing their thunder, and eventually they will lose their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-23

Denomination: Methodist

Servant Leadership Part 8 - Conceptualisation Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jan 29, 2011

Servant Leaders are able to see beyond the present into the future

Servant Leadership Part 8: Conceptualisation One Sunday, the preacher went on for a little longer than normal. After the service, people went by the preacher, tired and exhausted. One of them went up to him and told him. “Your sermon reminded me about Peace of God and Love of God”. The preacher ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is This Man Called Jesus? Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011

Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and if we commit ourselves to Him, He will give us eternal life. But also, in addition, by committing ourselves to Him, He will empower us with His Holy Spirit to equip us for this life here on earth.

“But will God indeed dwell on the earth?” asked King Solomon as he dedicated the Temple (1 Kings 8:27). A good question indeed. God’s glory had dwelt in the Tabernacle during the wandering years (Exodus 40:34) and then in the Jerusalem Temple when it was built (1 Kings 8:10-11); ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-20

Denomination: Christian Church

He Gave His Life Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

Part of a series on the Gospel of John this message shows how Jesus willingly gave his life for us on the cross.

He Gave His Life John 19:28-42 -There is a lot of ground to cover in this passage this morning -I Want us to see something that is so important for us as Christians and that is the details in Jesus' last moments on earth. -Our faith rest in the details. The Christian faith is not based on just ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-42

The Tomb Is Empty- Now What? Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

Part of a series on the Gospel of John. This message is about the different reactions people had to the tomb being empty.

The Tomb is Empty- Now What? John 20:1-10 A father gave his little boy 2 quarters to put into the Sunday school offering. After Sunday school the little boy came back upstairs from the church basement and he still had the two quarters in his hand. The father said, “Son why did you not give ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-10

The Spirit-Empowered Messiah Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 8, 2011

Jesus had no sin or impure motives that gave Satan legal access to His life. Satan could find nothing in Jesus - not even one square inch of territory - to which he could lay claim and thus gain access to Jesus’ heart. This is the reason why there was pro

Opening illustration: You might not see the literal ‘Red Sea’ miracle in today’s context but will surely see one parallel to it. The issue is, as the Israelites waited before the ‘Red Sea,’ they didn’t contemplate or pursue to build a bridge across it. They waited on God for His Salvation. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Law Of God’s Land

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Mar 15, 2011

Taking a look at God’s original laws - the laws from which all human laws have developed.

Have you ever heard of the U.S. Supremacy Clause? I’m sure most of you have, but if you’re anything like me, you may not know what it says -- or, its implications. The US Supremacy clause states: “This Constitution, and the Laws of the United States… (dot, dot, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

H2o (Honoring And Obeying Is Equal To Life)

Contributed by Carl Lazarus Lazarus De Guzman on Mar 23, 2011

Children must Obey their Parents in the Lord and Honor their Mother and Father in General.

Outline: Introduction: Background of the Book of Ephesians Propositional Statement: We must all obey the people of the Lord and Honor all people for this is right I. First command of Paul—Children obey… a. To whom will obey?—Parents in the Lord b. Why to Obey?—for this is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

Calling All Outsiders Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Mar 23, 2011

This sermon, part of the Power of Jesus series deals with Jesus healings and miracles. Using Matthew 8:1-17 as text it deals with 3 healings early in Jesus public ministry: the Leper, the centurian's servant, and Peter's mother in law.

CALLING ALL OUTSIDERS Matthew 8:1-17 CHCC: January 2, 2011 INTRODUCTION: Years back when I was a Youth Minister in the Houston area, we used to take musicals on the road every year. (In fact, one year our youth group performed here. I had no idea at that time that this would be our church ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Carless Commitments That Consistently Drain You Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Mar 26, 2011

Loving God and loving the world are mutually exclusive commitments.

First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas March 27, 2011 CARELESS COMMITMENTS THAT CONSISTENTLY DRAIN YOU The ABCs of Spring Cleaning: Part 3 1 John 2:15-17 (NIV © 2011) 15 Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. 16 ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Heb. 9:24-28 +10: The Finished Work Of Jesus

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 5, 2012

During the first century Jesus announced that he was the fulfillment of scripture, meaning O.T. and the prophecies to do with the coming Jewish Messiah, also meaning the Christ.

Heb. 9:24-28 +10: THE FINISHED WORK OF JESUS 4-7-12 Today Lord willing we’re going to think on and talk for a little while about the most important happening that has ever been recorded and that is "THE FINISHED WORK OF JESUS" * But first I want to give us some ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Saying Something Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 9, 2012

The word does the work

GOD IS SAYING SOMETHING John 15: 5-8 (p764) February 26, 2012 INTRODUCTION: I ‘ve got these roses that are on my Island in the Middle of our Kitchen…here’s a picture of them. (show picture) Our Valentine’s banquet here at church was on the 11th…the speaker, Tony ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ