Sermons on Great And Mighty Things:

What It Takes To Please God

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 4, 2022

One of the things that many Pastors enjoy doing is reading of great churches across this land that are reaching the lost for Christ.

But the fact is, you can visit these wonderful soul winning churches to see how they do it, and come back and implement the same things they are doing in your church, and not get the same results, if any results at all. Why? Because what might work for one church might not work for another. That ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

One

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Nov 23, 2011

One with Others: Love Them One with God: Love Him Unity and Love

Series: None Message: One Text: John 17:20-26 Date: Nov. 6, 2011 Pastor: David McBeath PRAYER INTRODUCTION—STEVE JOB’s VISION Anybody here this morning own an Apple product, an Ipod, Ipad, Itouch, Iphone, or a Mac? If you don’t most of you own technology originally ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

An Extraordinary Man

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Nov 14, 2024

We meet many ordinary people regularly, but extraordinary people do not appear as often. Leaders who are competent to lead and able to do what they say are rare. When one is recognized, normally good honest people flock to see them; meet them; seek to find out all they can about them.

If you heard about or met an extraordinary man, would you be intrigued to hear more about him or desire to meet him? I’m certain many ladies have; you probably married him! We meet many ordinary people regularly, but extraordinary people do not appear as often. Leaders who are competent to lead and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-45, Isaiah 40:1-5, Malachi 3:1, Revelation 14:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Came To Serve Others

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

He came to serve others

Reading: Matthew Chapter 20 verses 27-28. • If there is one word in the English language that is sure to cause a debate when spoken, • That word is “greatest.” • In fact, take two people, any people, • And you can always stir-up trouble by using this simple ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:27-28

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus Is . . .! Part 8 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 22, 2017

A look through the book of Hebrews, looking at who Jesus is, and what that means for us.

Jesus Is . . .! Hebrews 5:1-10 July 23, 2017 Have you ever admired someone who was famous and you tried to imitate them? Maybe it was a musician and you played like they did, or a singer and you tried to sing like them. Or it could have been an athlete and you tried to throw or swing a bat just ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Ascension-The Forgotten Festival

Contributed by John Pingel on May 20, 2020

Ascension Day ought to be remembered--for a number of reasons

The Forgotten Festival Acts 1, Luke 24 We pause to observe what many refer to as the FORGOTTEN FESTIVAL of the Christian Calendar. There are FIVE MAIN FESTIVAL DAYS observed by Christians around the world. By “Festival Days” I mean chief holidays on the liturgical calendar. What are the ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Way Up Is Down Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 28, 2017

Paul pointed to the example of Jesus' humble service as a way for the Philippians to live in harmony with each other and receive a blessing from God.

Introduction: A. A tv show I enjoyed watching in the seventies and eighties was the sitcom called The Jeffersons. 1. The show featured an African American family who became wealthy and moved out of a run-down area in Queens to a luxury apartment in Manhattan. 2. The theme song for the show was a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good News

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Dec 7, 2014

Good news, which is to be the greatest source of joy for your hurting, searching heart: In the city of David, a child was born for you! A Savior, Who is Christ, the Lord! Rejoice.

(Luke 2:1-11) 1. Now in those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus, that a census be taken of all the inhabited earth. 2. This was the first census taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria. 3. And everyone was on his way to register for the census, each to his own city. 4. Joseph ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-11

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Keep America Beautiful

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 3, 2009

How can we keep America beautiful?

KEEP AMERICA BEAUTIFUL! Romans 10:15 INTRODUCTION I believe out of all of the 200 some odd countries in the world, America is the most blessed. Do you believe that America is a blessed nation? If you don’t, all you have to do is take a few international trips to some foreign countries and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

"You Were Made For A Mission" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 24, 2013

We can help fulfill the Great Commission as we commit to fufilling our custom mission.

In our consideration of God’s different purposes for your life, we have mentioned the fact that life is preparation for eternity. You’re going to do four things in heaven forever and ever and ever. And God wants you to practice those here on earth. The first is worship, knowing and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Serve

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 24, 2012

I am the greatest, no I’m th egreatest...so the arguement went, but hey they were in for a shock none of them were great, not yet, for none were servants, none were behaving like little children.

Mark 9:33-37 They came to Capernaum. When he was in the house, he asked them, “What were you arguing about on the road?” 34 But they kept quiet because on the way they had argued about who was the greatest. 35 Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, “Anyone who wants to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-37

Denomination: Salvation Army

"Inviting People To The Party” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 15, 2018

How should we go about inviting people to come to Christ?

Jesus enjoyed parties. His very first miracle was at a wedding feast. When He called Matthew to follow Him, He went to Matthew’s house for a party. So it’s not surprising, when the religious leaders criticized Him, they said He went to too many parties, attended by wrong people. “The Son of Man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Unstoppable - A Gospel Movement Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Dec 10, 2018

The first message in the book of Acts

UNSTOPPABLE – The Gospel Movement 9/17/17 Acts 1:1-11; 2:1-41 Can you think of anything in life that’s unstoppable? I know it seems Hurricane Irma is unstoppable – but it’ll soon come to pass. By definition if something is unstoppable then it can’t be stopped (I know… Profound!). ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Baptist

#38 Ministering In The Valley Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 22, 2021

When Peter, James and John were up with Jesus experiencing the Transfiguration, what were the other 9 disciples doing? They were down in the valley ministering in Jesus’ name…unsuccessfully. This sermon examines why they were unsuccessful in healing and casting out a demon from a man’s son.

#38 Ministering in the Valley Series: Mark Chuck Sligh February 21, 2021 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas-- It's The Real Thing (Confessions Of A Christmas Lover)

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004

A sermon about sensing the hope of Christmas even amidst dark times.

Intro…I’d like to begin with a confession tonight; an introduction in the tradition of a 12 step meeting; and those who know something of such meetings can help me out with your response. “My name is Brad and I’m a Christmas lover.” I feel welcomed! And I do truly love Christmas. As I get ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational