Sermons on Government Shutdown:

When Jesus Interrupts The Outcast Series

Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 9, 2001

Jesus was not afraid to reach out to the "outcasts" of His society. When He did, important truths were revealed that we need to know.

"When Jesus Interrupts the Outcast" Luke 5:27-32 INTRODUCTION Have you ever felt like an outcast? Some people are rejected by people because of their race, color, or background. Some are rejected for their beliefs. Some rejected because of behavior. You can be poor or rich, powerless or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Third Sunday After Easter, 2001

Contributed by Roger Hartline on May 5, 2001

Submission and redemption in 1 Peter

The Third Sunday After Easter, 2001 In the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen! The entire first epistle of Peter is an exhortation to fully share in the sufferings of Christ. Or maybe, more correctly, to rejoice in sharing the suffering of Christ. This morning’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Is It Right To Do Your Own Thing?

Contributed by Norm Beckett on May 23, 2001

Without God as King of one’s life, the result is moral corruption and spiritual bankruptcy.

IS IT RIGHT TO DO YOUR OWN THING" JUDGES 17: 6, cf., 18: 1, 19: 1, 21: 25, "In those days there was no king in Israel, but every man did that which was right in his own eyes". In the latter part of the book of Judges you will find this interesting statement, "In those days there was no king in ...read more

Scripture: Judges 17:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

Where Is Your Trust ?

Contributed by Tim Gibson on Nov 23, 2000

Trusting God one hundred percent as seen in King Hezekiah’s life.

(1) INTRODUCTION: We see the reality of the verses here in Isaiah 30 being lived out in Isaiah 37 where King Hezekiah and the whole of Judah is under threat by Assyria - they are confronted with a BIG and REAL PROBLEM - a multiplication of the forces of darkness against them. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 37:1-7, Isaiah 30:1-18

Denomination: *other

A Prayer In A Time Of National Tragedy

Contributed by Tom Lawson on Sep 14, 2001

A prayer, rather than a sermon, that somehow seemed more fitting as a message for these days of brokenness and united sorrow.

A prayer in the wake of tragedy of September 11th, 2001 O God our help in ages past, We did not choose this time, this moment. Like generations before us we have lived in safety and ease, and have read of those beyond living memory who were awakened by the clarion call of a nation under attack. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Pledge Allegiance To The Bible

Contributed by James Chandler on Oct 14, 2003

We had an evening dedicated to "God’s Word." We had special music, the Pledge to the Bible, and a devotional.

On a Sunday night, we had seven different people each get up and share their favorite Bible verse, and what that verse means to their lives. Then I shared the following devotional. I pledge allegiance to the Bible, God’s Holy Word, and will make it a lamp unto my feet, a light unto my path, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

United We Serve

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002

In order for the work of God there much be unity in the church as demonstrated when Ezra and people of Israel rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem.

United We Serve Ezra 3:1-13 Reading: Ephesians 4:1-7 Intro: Ezra 1:1-4 The People of God had spent many years in captivity because of their sin. God had promised to bring them back to the promised land. King Cyrus, under the direction of the Lord offered send people back to Jerusalem to ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming All Things To All People Series

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Aug 29, 2002

The message teaches us that one of the keys to reaching the lost is to "become all things to all people."

Becoming all things to all People I Corinthians 9:19-23 Introduction: (v. 19, 22b) I. We don’t have to do anything. A. Once you become a Christian, no one can tell you that you need to follow some “do’s and don’ts” to get to heaven. B. Works salvation vs. Grace ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

God's Undying Love For His People Series

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Sep 1, 2002

God’s greates desire was to reconcile His people back to Himself. He used the prophet Hosea to illustrate His love and desire to have His people restored.

God’s Love Hosea 3 Review Hosea Chapter three is an illustration of God’s love toward His people. Oh the depth and richness of God’s love toward us. Jeremiah 31:3 The LORD hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 3:1-5, Romans 8:35-39

Denomination: Baptist

Say No To The World

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Nov 4, 2002

John tells us to say no to the world. As God’s people we need to recognize and reject all that is of the world so that the love of God may flow freely in our lives.

Introduction: John tells us to say no to the world. There is a need for us to understand the world system that stands opposed to everything in the kingdom of God. As God’s people we need to recognize and reject all that is of the world so that the love of God may flow freely in our lives. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Charismatic

How Are You Going To Get Out?

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jul 15, 2007

Like Barabbas, many people are in bondage to their sins and because of their sins. Find out how Barrabas got there and how he got out.

HOW ARE YOU GOING TO GET OUT? Mark 15:7 Intro: The text tells us about a man named Barabbas who has been incarcerated and is simply waiting execution. There is not a lot in the Bible about Barabbas. There is nothing about his youth or his parents. It seems Barabbas may have been brought up ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Helper Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 29, 2012

While everything else may fail; His help, support and presence is everlasting.

Psalms 63:7”Because You have been my help, Therefore in the shadow of Your wings I will rejoice.” Stress, work pressure, late-night work, targets, projects, uncertainty, cut-throat ruthless competition and what not have severely wounded the spirits of people; the question now is what ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas 2010

Contributed by Patrick Oelund on Dec 29, 2010

For to us a Child has been born; the King of kings, the Lord of lords have been born!

Christmas 2010 Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel. (God with us). Matt 1:22-24. Isaiah 9:2, 6 The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the deep darkness a ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

He-Man With She Problems!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 1, 2011

Samson had problems but he still ended up in hall of faith found in Hebrews 11

He was every man’s nightmare and every woman’s dream! He was a He-man with she problems! CHAPTER 13 That why we encourage parents to dedicate their children (to set them apart), why because the devil wants to set them apart to him! They are going to be set apart, the question ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Persecuted Church Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Mar 16, 2011

(Preached on July 4th): This message focuses on the first church-wide persecution in Acts. Attention is given to the implications the Gospel has for believers as members of both God's kingdom and a country.

* The difficulty in approaching a July 4th message: - We sometimes "read" America into Scripture when we shouldn't - Bible doesn't reference America as a country of predict the events of July, 1776 * If we're not careful, we end up using today to exalt a nation instead of Christ - We do not worship ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist