Sermons on Grace And Mercy:

Nothing But The Truth

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

Today we want to explore some interesting words about truth-telling that Jesus gives us.

A few weeks ago, President Clinton spent Saturday and Sunday huddling with his lawyers preparing for his grand jury testimony. As I thought about that, it seemed a bit odd. If your goal in going before a grand jury is to tell the truth, to tell the whole truth and nothing but the truth, why does it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Price Of Truth

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 22, 2000

A willingness to speak the truth, even if that truth is not popular, is a great virtue.

One of my favorite stories is The Emperor's New Clothes. It is the tale about an Emperor who was swindled by a supposed tailor. The man claims to sew a new, special suit for the Emperor. It is special because only those who are wise will see the clothes, while those who are foolish will find them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Ok, Right?

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

All of us need to be concerned about our spiritual health at least as much as we are about our physical well-being

I don't know about you, but if I had a doctor like Dr. Kraft in this morning's skit, I would find a new physician too. Friends, very few people want to go to a doctor who lies to them. We want to know the truth, even if it is unpleasant, so we can maybe take some action to keep the bad news ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5, Romans 3:10-23

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Divorce

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

Biblical teaching on divorce: though divorce is not a good thing, it is sometimes permitted.

Arnold Schwarzenegger said, "I read where one wife plans to divorce her husband as soon as she can find a way to do so without making him happy." Friends, Arnold may have read that, but in real life, divorce is no joke. It seldom brings happiness to anyone. Most of us are aware of the devastating ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

Base Ten Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 2, 2000

Introduction to Sermon Series on the 10 Commandments: Why God gave them, what they say about God, what they say about people.

How many of you like murder mysteries? It’s one of the most popular genres around. I myself have been a major fan of murder mysteries for years. I excuse the habit because Dorothy Sayers approved of them (She not only wrote the Lord Peter Wimsey mystery stores but was also a rather brilliant ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:1-7, Deuteronomy 8:11-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Game Of Life

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 14, 2000

Life is similar to the Olympics.

THE GAME OF LIFE I Cor. 9:24-27 INTRO.- ILL.- A man was discussing his tennis technique with a friend. He said, “My brain immediately barks out a command to my body: ‘Run forward, and fast.’ It says, ‘Start right now. Drop the ball gracefully over the net and then race back to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Diagnosing Illness Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 11, 2001

Jesus diagnoses our illnesses as primarily spiritual and/or connective; the fatal illness He diagnoses is the one which cannot see God at work.

We all know people for whom illness is a way of life. It is not just incidental, it is every day. Every day is spent dealing with sickness or pain. Every day is invested in physicians, treatments, medications, therapies. People who struggle just to stay alive, or to manage pain. Their lives ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: Faithful In An Imperfect Family Series

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Mar 14, 2001

Sermon on Joseph’s overcoming his family situation

JOSEPH: FAITHFUL IN AN IMPERFECT FAMILY GENESIS 37:1-11 A census taker knocked on the door of an old cabin in up in the Appalachian mountains. The door was answered by an unkept skinny 13-year old girl. The census taker asked, "May I speak with your father?" The girl answered, "He ain’t here; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Bible Church

The Great Commission

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 17, 2001

Go! Fight! Win!

The Great Commission I am in this pulpit today as a result of an ole boy from Moncks Corner, South Carolina being obedient to the Great Commission. I would have never stepped into this church on my own because I had no interest in church. If I would have developed an interest in church or felt ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

That Do We Mean When We Say That Jesus Is A Burden Bearer?

Contributed by Tommy Davis on Mar 26, 2001

This sermon deals with the age old saying that Jesus is a "burden bearer." And yet so many people do not really know and understand what it means for Jesus to be their burden bearer. This is the transcript of the sermon.

28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. Subject: What Do We Mean When We Say ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Mole (New Age)

Contributed by Tj Tipton on Mar 28, 2001

This sermon is about the New Age movement creeping into the mainline denomoninational Churches

A little girl was talking to her teacher about whales. The teacher said it was physically impossible for a whale to swallow a human because even though they were a very large mammal their throat was very small. The little girl stated that Jonah was swallowed by a whale. The teacher reiterated ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:3-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Egypt To Heaven - Part I Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 6, 2001

A study of the exodus

THE BIRTH AND CALLING OF MOSES The fuller impact of these chapters can best be gained by reading chapters 37 through 50 of Genesis. The account of Joseph is a rich type of Christ, from his going down into Egypt, to the scene of his brothers, who represent the tribes of Israel, finally bowing ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

Pastoral Authority Not Pastoral Acquiescence

Contributed by James Groce on Apr 18, 2001

Government presents the case that rebellion could possibly exist. Rebellion indisputably declares that government does exist!

Pastoral Authority Not Pastoral Acquiescence Elder James Groce Pastor of Calvary Apostolic Tabernacle Molino, Florida Text: Romans 13:1-7 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. Whosoever therefore resisteth the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Secret Message Made Public

Contributed by Chris Gowen on May 2, 2001

God has given us a message that must not remain private, but it must go public.

Judges 2:12-30 NKJV 12 And the children of Israel again did evil in the sight of the LORD. So the LORD strengthened Eglon king of Moab against Israel, because they had done evil in the sight of the LORD. 13 Then he gathered to himself the people of Ammon and Amalek, went and defeated ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:12-30

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Role Of A Mother Today?

Contributed by Evie Megginson on May 7, 2001

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A MOTHER TODAY? A MOTHER SHOULD BE CHRISTLIKE IN HER BEHAVIOR, CAREFUL WITH HER TONGUE, CONSECRATED IN HER DRINK,AND A COMMUNICATOR OF GOOD THINGS.

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A MOTHER TODAY? TITUS 2:1-5 In Tyler, Texas, there is a tombstone which says, “Mahalita, the wife of R. Adkins, she was the sunshine of our home.” 1. Mothers, isn’t that the way you want to be remembered? You were the sunshine of your home. Billy Graham’s mother said ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist