Sermons on Good Shepherd:

Forgiveness

Contributed by Jb Hall on Jun 29, 2011

This sermon answers 5 questions: (1) What is forgiveness? (2) Why is forgiveness needed? (3 ) Who needs forgiveness? (4) How do I receive and give forgiveness? (5) What are the results of forgiveness having been received or extended?

Forgiveness Matthew 18:21 – 35 By: JB Hall Introduction: Central to salvation and the entire Christian life and experience is the issue of forgiveness. One who needs forgiveness is indebted and in bondage. The one who needs to forgive is also in bondage. This morning we want to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

What About Divorce? Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Nov 1, 2011

Looking at the Basics of Marriage, the Breakers of Marriage and the Boundaries of Mariage

WHAT ABOUT DIVORCE? The story is told of a man and woman who had been married for over 60 years. They had shared everything except there was one secret in their marriage. The wife had a shoe box in the top of her closet, and she had cautioned her husband never to open it and never to ask about it. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Twelve Tribes Of Israel Part 1 Southern: Reuben, Simeon, Gad Series

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Nov 6, 2011

Detailed individial look at each of the twelve tribes of Israel. With focus on the unique name and mission as a tribe fullfilling God’s plan.

Twelve Tribes of Israel (Part 1) Southern: Reuben, Simeon, Gad “And Jacob called unto his sons, and said, Gather yourselves together, that I may tell you that which shall befall you in the last days.” (Genesis 49:1) Intro: We begin with the genealogy from Adam to Noah…, up until the Great ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:1, Genesis 49:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I've Seen That Trick Before Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 11, 2011

A study of chapter 33 of the book of Isaiah verses 1 through 24.

Isaiah 33: 1 – 24 I’ve Seen That Trick Before 1 Woe to you who plunder, though you have not been plundered; And you who deal treacherously, though they have not dealt treacherously with you! When you cease plundering, you will be plundered; When you make an end of dealing ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 33:1-24

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

An Interesting Genealogy Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011

Jesus' genealogy as recorded by Matthew has a sudden surprise at the end!

The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 1 verses 1-17. Genealogies. Who likes genealogies? Who is into tracing their genealogy? You know, tracing one’s genealogy has become quite popular. But I’ve noticed something about Australians when we trace our genealogies – or perhaps it’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Calling On The Name Of The Lord Without Legalism Series

Contributed by Gregory Norton on Dec 1, 2011

‘We believe that salvation is for everyone who calls on the name of the Lord.’

Introduction: Earlier, I preached a sermon on calling on the name of the Lord for conversion without the ‘means’ of water baptism. Then, I preached another sermon on calling on the name of the Lord without a specific required sign of evidence for salvation. Much earlier in ministry, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Methodist

The Leaping Cripple

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Mar 28, 2011

The sedate, stately ritual of the evening sacrifice was now suddenly shattered by his loud cries of joy and praise. And you can’t rightly blame them. It is God’s desire that all His children experience this joy.

“The Leaping Cripple” March 27, 2011 Acts 3:1-10 Sermon Series Acts: God’s Vision and Power for Shell Point Pastor Allan Kircher Introduction Surprise upon surprise in the early months of the church is joined by an attitude of pushing through barriers, Exploring the new, and sailing with the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Father, Forgive Them, For They Know Not What They Do.

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Apr 7, 2011

Our Lord was at that moment enduring the first pains of crucifixion; --the executioners had just driven the nails through His hands and feet. He must have been, moreover, greatly depressed, and brought into a condition of extreme weakness by the agony

Luke 23:34 Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church “Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do.” Our Lord was at that moment enduring the first pains of crucifixion; --the executioners had just driven the nails through His hands and feet. He must have been, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 9, 2011

The scriptures that we are examining today tell us that we do not battle against “flesh and blood”. This lets us know very clearly that we are not battling against people, governments, religious institutions, or political parties.

Last week I spoke to you about our spiritual growth, and I showed you the four most common reasons why people stop growing spiritually. Additionally, week before last I spoke to you about the blessings of God, and I demonstrated how the spiritual blessings are far superior to any material thing ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Revive Us Again! Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 11, 2011

The passage is a heartfelt prayer for revival. The Psalmist is remembering how, after Israel had given into sin time after time, God had always provided a plan to bring them back to Himself. And with this thought in mind, his heart cries out to God, “Wilt

REVIVALS OF THE BIBLE SERIES: PSALMS 85: (1-7) REVIVE US AGAIN! [Numbers 16] The passage that we have just read is a heartfelt prayer for revival. The Psalmist is thinking back upon the spiritual history of Israel. He is remembering how, after Israel had given into sin time after time, God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Treasures Of The Heart

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 11, 2011

This was the first in a series of four messages for our stewardship month.

Treasures of the Heart Here we are, April. At Cornerstone, as most of you know, April signifies the end of our church year and the beginning of a brand new church year and financial year. If you are wondering why April and not December there are probably a couple of reasons. And if you are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Relationship For Life Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Apr 15, 2011

Jesus guarantees that he has a relationship with us for life.

“Setting Troubled Hearts at Rest: A Relationship for Life” John 14:15-24 One of our sons, when he was very young, had a fear that centered on me and Barb. Every time we left to go somewhere he was concerned that something would happen and feared we therefore would not come back. When ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Father's Gift Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 16, 2010

When we accept the Father's gift of His Son, we accept life instead of death, justification instead of judgment, power instead of bondage, and righteousness instead of sin.

Matt Woodly, a father of four, talks about buying his children a swing set, about 15 years ago, as an early Christmas present. It was an extra long metal set with two swings, a two-seater swinging bench, a slide, monkey bars, and a series of hanging rings. He thought the time invested in putting ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Desolation And Destruction Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Dec 24, 2010

So in Chapter 17 of Revelation John gets whisked away in the Spirit and he comes upon this woman sitting on a scarlet beast. From the description of the beast we know who it is already, but what or who is this new woman we are introduced to?

So in Chapter 17 of Revelation John gets whisked away in the Spirit and he comes upon this woman sitting on a scarlet beast. From the description of the beast we know who it is already, but what or who is this new woman we are introduced to? Imagine the most beautiful, seductive woman you could ...read more

Concerning The Collection - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 23, 2011

This sermon examines the fifth of eight principles "concerning the collection."

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of finances. Two weeks ago I began a section Concerning the Collection. My intention is to preach four ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed