Sermons on Grace May Abound:

Andrew Lloyd Weber, A Journalist And 3 Guys Called 'jesus'

Contributed by Michael Bird on Jan 15, 2002

Examines various depicitions of who people say Jesus is and gives and exposition of Mk 8 concerning the confession of Jesus’ Messiahship

Mark 8:27-9:1 – Andrew Lloyd Weber, a Journalist and Three Guys Called Jesus. Introduction The odd sermon title is a smoke screen for a question I’d like to ask: “Who is Jesus?” It is the same question that the disciples asked when Jesus’ calmed the waters. Whether you’re an atheist or a ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Baptism: A Matter Of Death And Life

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 26, 2002

A biblical study of baptism and its meaning in the life of the believer

TEXT: ROMANS 6:1-11 TITLE: “BAPTISM: A MATTER OF DEATH AND LIFE” INTRODUCTION: A. A drunk stumbled along a baptismal service on Sunday afternoon down by the river. He proceeded to walk down into the water and stood ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Be Such Worry-Warts!!!

Contributed by Dewayne Gamez on Jan 27, 2002

In todays’s society, we worry way too much! We need to have more faith in God’s promises!

I would like to welcome everyone here this morning. The Lord has blessed us with a phenomenal day! All the blessings that he has given us, all that he has blessed this Church with. Praise God! This morning I would like to talk to you all about something that seems to have a hold on each and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-32

The Miracle Of Prayer

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Jan 27, 2002

This message on prayer will encourage people to cry out to God for the miraculous.

“The Miracle of Prayer” Joshua Ch.10 Pastor Bob Hunter We’ve been studying the book of Joshua in the O.T. Last week we talked about the peace treaty Israel signed with the Gibeonites. That was in Ch. 9. So Just when you thought maybe things would ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:1-15, Joshua 10:16-25

Denomination: Holiness

What Do You See?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 19, 2000

Solomon dealt with the right questions, but he came up with the wrong answers at first.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. With the end of the Christmas season I’m sure most of you have seen the headlines reporting that most retail stores did not do as well as they had hoped. We Americans didn’t charge nearly as much as we have in ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-11, Philippians 3:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Open Door

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 20, 2000

When Paul saw that great door opening for him, he saw that it was a door of opportunity, a door of obligation, & a door of opposition.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. As all of you are now very well aware, this is a special morning for us here at Central. And it is an emotional one, too. We feel sadness in saying "goodbye" to some who are a precious part of our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:5-9, Revelation 3:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas - If Christmas Comes

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 21, 2000

For millions of people Christmas never really comes. Oh, I'm not saying that Dec. 25th doesn't come. It comes, but Christmas doesn't really come into their hearts & their lives.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Galatians 4:19 Well, the calendar says that Christmas will soon be here. I get a little uptight this time of the year because I realize the responsibility that is mine in presenting the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gentleness - Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 4, 2001

Do you know any "Very Draining People" who say things that set you on edge, & you’re convinced that they enjoy doing it?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE A. Do you know any VDPs, "Very Draining People?" They’re the kind who say things that set you on edge, & you’re convinced that they enjoy doing it? They come into your home & say, "Where did you find that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All God's Children Got A Robe

Contributed by Anthony Bradseth on Jan 5, 2001

Thesis: The people who “put on Christ” are God’s children.

Title: “All God’s Children got a Robe” Text: Galatians 3:23-29 CIT: The Galatians who “put on Christ” became God’s children. Thesis: The people who “put on Christ” are God’s children. Major Objective: Evangelistic Specific Objective: That they will “put on ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 11, 2001

Why living the "Whoever dies with the most toys" philosophy of life will not satisfy.

Who Wants To Be a Millionaire? (Christian Survivors; Living Godly in a Godless World) James 1.9-11 & 5.1-6 January 14, 2001 When down-and-outers get a break, cheer! And when the arrogant rich are brought down to size, cheer! Prosperity is as short-lived as a wildflower, so don¡¦t ever count ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Power Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 13, 2001

This message talks about the power of our awesome God.

INTRODUCTION  When you think of God, what comes to mind? Who is God, what is God? When Barna research group asked this question in studies from 1997-1999 they got the following responses: 1. First of all 95% of those surveyed said they believe in God (1997) 2. Only 68% believe in God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus On Worship Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 24, 2001

What does Jesus have to say about true worship?

INTRODUCTION  As I read Christian magazines one of the most divisive issues in the church today is that of worship style. Many churches are working through the issues of contemporary verses traditional music styles.  There have been churches that have split of the issue of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Like A Rock"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Aug 30, 2001

Julianne thinks family time each sunday is more important than attending church. And her family’s well being is much more important than what any minister could possible say in a sermon! Find out why.

West Greeley Baptist Church September 2nd 2001 “Like a rock” Matthew 16: 13-18 By Pastor Mark Hensley Introduction: Julianne 37, store owner, married, mother of three, Arizona. Life is so hectic for us. Sunday morning is the one time my family doesn’t have to get up early and rush out the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Disjointed Body

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 1, 2001

Text: Ephesians 4:1-6 In the Messianic Psalm 22 we read of the description of Christ on the cross feeling all his bones out of joint. Could this be a picture of the church today? We are one body and we should speak and act toward one another in love reg

The Disjointed Body 9-2-01 Ephesians 4:1-6 The burden I have from the Lord this week is something I really need the inspiration, the breathing in, of Holy Spirit to communicate clearly to you. It came as sudden thought when I was asked if I had any insight about the bones of Christ. The Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:14, Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Leaving Egypt Behind

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Sep 8, 2001

Prepare, Don’t Wait, Keep Watch. These three elements of the Passover are commemorated in each of us as we continue to leave Egypt behind.

Paul Harvey tells the story of an old man and the gulls: “It is gratitude that prompted an old man to visit an old broken pier on the eastern seacoast of Florida. Every Friday night, until his death in 1973, he would return, walking slowly and slightly stooped with a large bucket of shrimp. The sea ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-11

Denomination: Methodist