Sermons on Grandmothers:

Do What You Can

Contributed by Don Brockus on Oct 6, 2007

It is my opinion that although the gospels of Matt., Mk., Lk., and John record some similar details regarding the alabaster jar, the critical reader will conclude that three separate anointing occur.

Do What You Can! (Mark 14:3-9) (Mark 14:1-9; Matthew 26:7-13; Luke 7:36-40; John 12:3-8, cf. [confer]) Introduction In our pericope (Pericope is an English word with Greek origins for: a passage from a written work) this morning, I have chosen Mark 14:3-9. It is my opinion that although the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Time Has Come Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 19, 2011

In our text, Paul gives us the lowdown on death; when and what to do. 1- Death reaches all 2- Death requires preparation 3- Death reveals our future

INTRO.- People say there are only two certainties in life. What are they? Death and taxes. ILL.- A woman named Shirley from Beverly Hills had a heart attack and was taken to Cedars Sinai hospital. While on the operating table, she had a near-death experience. She saw God and asked, "Is this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Almighty Snap Shot

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 2, 2011

Share how we can live our lives best as possible for Jesus Christ and stop being so concerned about our appearances

We always say that it is the inside that counts and not what is on the outside. But do we really believe this? 1 Samuel 16:7 But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Other

Isaiah's Redeemer

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 22, 2010

Isaiah's Redeemer (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Isaiah chapter 49 verses 7- chapter 50 verse 3. Ill: • When Lloyd C. Douglas, author of The Robe and other novels, • Was a university student, he lived in a boarding house. • Downstairs on the first floor was an elderly, retired music teacher, • Who was infirm ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Thessalonica And Berea Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 25, 2005

Paul centres his message on the historic Jesus, arguing from Scripture that he’s the Messiah. He persuades people by careful argument, opening the Scriptures to allow people to discover the truth for themselves. And he works as a leader of a team, includi

It’s interesting that we think of Paul as someone who stands out on his own. He’s the great apostle to the Gentiles, a man who stands head and shoulders above the rest. Yet in reality he was a man who loved to work as part of a team. He started out with Barnabas, then joined up with Silas, then he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Anglican

Extreme Makeover: What Looks Good To Jesus? Big Ears Series

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Oct 26, 2006

The divine character demands that we listen

James 1:19-20 “Extreme Makeover: What Looks Good to Jesus? Big Ears” “The divine character demands that we listen.” Sunday Morning Sermon 11.07.04 Intro: (Start with Sermon Title) President Franklin D. Roosevelt got tired of smiling that big smile and saying the usual things at all those White ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Would A Loving God Send Anyone To Hell? Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Aug 1, 2005

A look at the balance between grace and justice.

SERIES: “ANSWERS FOR SOME OF LIFE’S DIFFICULT QUESTIONS” TEXT: REVELATION 20: TITLE: “WOULD A LOVING GOD SEND ANYONE TO HELL?” INTRODUCTION: A. A five-year-old boy was visiting his grandmother. She allowed him to go out to the backyard to play ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:10-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Conception Deception

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005

The conception deception began long before January 22, 1973 when The Supreme Court chose to legalize abortion in this country with the Roe vs. Wade decision.

The Conception Deception The conception deception began long before January 22, 1973 when The Supreme Court chose to legalize abortion in this country with the Roe vs. Wade decision. Let there be no misunderstanding, the conception deception is the work of Satan. Jesus referred to him as the ...read more

Scripture: John 9:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Christmas Carol

Contributed by Paul Green on Dec 16, 2009

Scrooge was changed from a selfish, greedy and bitter old man, and he becomes a grateful, generous and compassionate figure. A man filled with deep regret sees his life transformed. This Christmas time Jesus, the Son of God, invites us to do the same.

The Real Christmas Carol Carol Service 2009 Show M&S advert Finish this phrase – ‘For you, Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without...?’ It’s true isn’t it that for most of us, if not for all of us, there are certain things that have to happen, or certain things that you have to have, without ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Ellowene Joins The White Robed Multitude

Contributed by Christopher Martin on May 27, 2009

A funeral sermon for one of my shut ins preached 5/27/2009 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church. She requested this text and the hymn "Who Is This Host Arrayed in White" at her funeral, and what a comfort it was!

This morning, we’re here in God’s House because in His great wisdom, God saw fit to call Ellowene Dorothy Christensen to her eternal home on Saturday afternoon. We’re here today to find comfort and strength due to the fact that a mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, (sister), neighbor, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17, Revelation 9:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Thanks Mom Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 10, 2009

Thanks mom for all the hard work you do, we want to thank you for your sacrifice and dedication!

Thanks Mom! Open with video clip of people telling why they love their moms at Christian Hills. Thesis: Thanks mom for all the hard work you do, we want to thank you for your sacrifice and dedication! Video Illustration: When mom does not work from Blue Fish TV – What happens? Opening ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Christian Mother's Prayers Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on May 9, 2008

Mother’s Day sermon considering the way Christian mom’s can produce a legacy of faith in their children and grandchildren.

Title: A Christian Mother’s Prayers (Mother’s Day) Series: Prayer 101 (Sermon # 3) Date Preached: May 11, 2008 Text: Proverbs 14:1 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 Introduction A. Hook: A teacher gave her class of second graders a lesson on the magnet and what it does. She explained all ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thankful? For What!? - A Communion Sermon

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 6, 2008

A Communion sermon designed to provoke thankfulness by sharing the Good News of God’s grace and salvation.

THANKFUL? FOR WHAT!? Mark 14:1-26 Sermon Objective: A Communion sermon designed to provoke thankfulness by sharing the Good News of God’s grace and salvation. Supporting Scripture: Exodus 12:13-27; Exodus 24:8; Jeremiah 31:31-33; John 6:35-59; INTRO: Thankful? For What!? Those were the words ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-26

Denomination: Nazarene

Getting Through Worry And Anxiety

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 13, 2008

Is what the Apostle Paul says in Philippians 4:6 reasonable: “Don’t be anxious about anything…?” When overcome with worry and anxiety we can either let anxiety knock us down like a bowling ball getting a strike or we can work through our anxieties and wo

Getting Through Worry and Anxiety Philippians 4:4-9 A small boy was struggling over his homework, and finally turned to his father and said, “Oh, what’s the use of going to all this bother of getting an education anyway?” “Son, it’s mighty important,” the father replied. Before you’re too much ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9

Denomination: Free Methodist

The God Of Unmatched Shoes

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Mar 12, 2007

A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Lent Prodigal Son

4th Sunday in Lent Luke 15: 1-3, 11b-32 "The God of Unmatched Shoes" "Now the tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to hear him. And the Pharisees and the scribes murmured, saying, "This man receives sinners and eats with them." So he told them this parable:" Luke 15:1-3, RSV. "And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Lutheran