Sermons on Gregory P Elder:

Why So Few Laborers?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jul 18, 2007

In Matthew chapter eight you read of many volunteers. In Matthew chapter nine, you will read there is a great need for laborers. Why are so many called but so few chosen? Seven reasons:

Title: "Why the Laborers are so few?" Introduction: These two verses of scripture are very well known, but you might be surprised by something in it’s context. In Chapter nine, Jesus is pleading for laborers. In chapter eight, there are many would be followers of Jesus. Why are there so many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:37-38

Denomination: Baptist

Worthy?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 28, 2007

This sermon answers the question, "what makes us worthy to call ourselves a child of God?"

Revelation 5: 11 – 14 Worthy? Intro: A story was told of a man who loved old books. He met a friend who told him he had just thrown away an old Bible he had found stored in the attic of his ancestral home for generations. “Somebody name Guten-something had printed it.” “Was it ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:11-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

He Is Not Like Us.

Contributed by Trae Durden on Apr 14, 2005

God is not like us, He made us in His image, but we have left His goodness and tried to find our own way.

WE ARE LIKE HIM, BUT HE IS NOT LIKE US! “These things you have done, and I kept silent; you thought I was altogether like you; but I will reprove you, and set them in order before your eyes.” Psalm 50:21 Introduction: God created man in His image. We are His image bearers. We are like ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 50:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord Of The Harvest

Contributed by Monte Mcelfresh on Mar 16, 2006

We are called to be servants in God’s vineyard.

“ The Lord of the Harvest” Mk.12:1-11 Introduction As a child I grew up in a rural area and we lived in a rented house. I had friends who lived as tenants on farms. There were some things that were expected from the landlord from the tenant. These included: 1. Pay the rent 2.)Raise a crop 3.) ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Excuses

Contributed by Brian Mccutchen on Feb 8, 2005

Moses gives God four excuses as to why he shouldn’t be the one to lead. Much of the material is taken from Chuck Swindoll’s book on Moses.

Excuses! Introduction: A. For forty years, Moses has been living in exile. This is a long to time to live in the shadow of failure. Without any warning, The Lord spoke the hardest words for Moses to hear: “And now the cry of the Israelites has reached me, and I have seen the way the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Great Expectations Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 30, 2003

The Spirit of Expectancy is the breading ground for Miracles. If you want God to do something in your life you must expect it to happen.

“Great Expectations” Acts 3:5 “And he gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them.” I want to talk to you tonight about the Spirit of Expectancy. If I were to put a title to this message it would be the title of a book by Charles Dickens called “Great Expectations.” There is an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:5

Denomination: Apostolic

It Came Upon The Midnight Clear Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 18, 2005

A sermon on the Christmas message of "Peace On Earth."

It Came Upon the Midnight Clear Luke 2:14 INTRO.: Christmas is nearing and I thought it might be good to consider the messages of some of our Christmas songs. Today, I want to think about the song, "It Came Upon the Midnight Clear," by Edmond Sears, a New York Unitarian Minister, who penned it in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sharp Confidence

Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 22, 2007

Many times we put our trust on things that have no value at all. We have got to have confidence on Jesus Christ to win our battles.

SHARP CONFIDENCE JOHN 18:10-11 Then Simon Peter, who had a sword, drew it and struck the high priest’s servant, cutting off his right ear (The servant’s name was Malchus). Jesus commanded Peter, “ Put your sword away! Shall I not drink the cup the Father has given me?” As alittle boy, I enjoyed ...read more

Scripture: John 18:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Taming The Beast

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003

To learn the why and how about controlling one’s tongue in order to honor God properly with it.

Taming the Beast Text: James 3.1-12 Thesis: To learn the why and how about controlling one’s tongue in order to honor God properly with it. Introduction: (1) Doctor’s office – sticking out your tongue (2) Hence, James deals with this problem in chapter 3. (a) He begin by ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"A Tight Grip"

Contributed by Keith Bunch on Feb 8, 2003

"In a world full of uncertainties, we feel that nothing is stable enough for us to hold on to, but have no fear Christian, because God has given us a firm lifeline to tightly grip: HIMSELF!"

"In a world full of uncertainties, we feel that nothing is stable enough for us to hold on to. When the world and the devil seem to upset our grasp on life, have no fear Christian, for God has given us a firm lifeline to tightly grip: HIMSELF!" 1. GOD LOVES (Eph. 2:4-5) "But God, who is rich in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Close To The Kingdom

Contributed by Bernard Dawson on Nov 23, 2002

An examination of a biblical character demonstrating the need of a vital relationship with Jesus Christ and not just a respectable alignment with a popular religious understanding.

CLOSE TO THE KINGDOM Scripture: Mark 12:28-40 Jesus had skilfully answered the Pharisee’s questions and avoided their trap. (v.13) The scribe in today’s lesson was quite pleased with the answers and stepped forward with some questions of his own. Scribes were professionals whose occupation was to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:34, Mark 12:28-40

Denomination: Holiness

Setting It, To The Stone

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Dec 15, 2002

When you can line up and know who He is. He can set a foundation upon you to build a better life or ministry

Setting It, To the Stone. HHM Pastor Jim Parisi Dec 15, 2002 Isaiah 28:16- 17 16 Therefore thus says the Lord God: "Behold, I lay in Zion a stone for a foundation, A tried stone, a precious cornerstone, a sure foundation; Whoever believes will not act hastily. 17 Also I will make justice ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 28:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Consider The Days Of Old

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 20, 2005

A call to return to the old time way.

Consider the Days of Old Psalms 77 (note verse 5) Intro: This is a Psalm of Asaph. Whether it is the Asaph of David’s day who was the chief singer and musician in the tabernacle or if it was one of his descendants who bore both his name and office amongst God’s people during the days of Israelite ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Break Your Promise

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 19, 2003

You made a vow to the Lord don’t break that promise.

“Don’t Break Your Promise” Matt: 26: 33 & 69-74 Ø Promise: An undertaking, declaration, and indication that something will or will not be done. It can be either written or verbal. ** When you make a promise you are giving your word on it. When you buy a car or home you sign a Promissory Note, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:33, Matthew 26:69-74

Denomination: Apostolic

Purposeful Ministry Series

Contributed by Jeff Stewart on Oct 19, 2002

Describes the role of the pastor, deacons and members of a purposeful church.

Purposeful Ministry September 29, 2002 Oran FBC Selected Scriptures INTRODUCTION: Over the last few weeks we have discovered and examined the purposes of the church. We have learned that churches must evangelize, not only overseas, but also right in their own backyards (Acts 1:8). We have also ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-45

Denomination: Baptist