Sermons on Grooming:

Is It Worth It?

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Sep 11, 2007

Is it worth it to follow Christ? Is it worth it to live faithfully? Is it worth it to give faithfully? Paul’s answer is, "I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us."

This message is based on three verses: Romans 8:18, 26, 28. The Bible states that those who sell out to Jesus Christ have the power of God at work within them. We’re not going to be living perfect lives. All of our lives, we’re going to be saying with Paul, "Wretched man that I am! Who will set me ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-28

Denomination: Baptist

Zechariah's Song Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Dec 29, 2008

Christmas is about praising God and proclaiming that the Savior has come at last.

Title: Zechariah’s Song Text: Luke 1:67-79 Truth: Christmas is about praising God and proclaiming that the Savior has come at last. Aim: To follow John’s example to use Christmas to point people to Jesus. Life ?: How does John’s example point people to Jesus? INTRODUCTION Isaac Watts was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-79, Luke 1:67

Denomination: Baptist

Being Gracious People Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 1, 2012

The garments of your new nature in Christ are to be worn in your home and at church... these are garments you wear in public as attituded that translate into action as you interact with others.

Title: Being Gracious People Text: Colossians 3:12-14 (3:1-15) Thesis: The garments of your new nature in Christ are to be worn in your home, at church and in public… these garments are attitudes that translate into actions as you interact with others. Series Title: Living with others at ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus And John The Baptiser Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Are you John the Baptiser? (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 16 verse 13-18: “When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, Who do people say the Son of Man is? 14 They replied, Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets. 15 But what about you? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Brethren

Chapter 19 - "The Triumphant King" Series

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 26, 2010

Chapter 19

Revealing the Revelation Chapter 19 “The Triumphant King” March 28, 2010 Today is a day of triumph. Today is a day of victory! Today is a day of praise! Jesus is King of kings and Lord of lords. We call this day Palm Sunday. It is the celebration of Jesus’ triumphal entry ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-24

Denomination: Holiness

Many Paths Series

Contributed by Tim Shepard on Nov 15, 2010

This is the third sermon is the Legends series. It is about Jesus being the only way to God and heaven.

URBAN LEGENDS: Many Paths Good morning. Well here we are again and we’re going to spend some time today back in the series that we’ve been going through. We’ve been talking about Urban Legends and more specifically we’ve been talking about Spiritual Legends. But ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: *other

Peters First Sermon And Best

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 22, 2010

Pentecost - Acts 2. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Acts chapter 2 verses 12-37. • If you want to embarrass a preacher: • Just ask him how the first sermon he ever preached went. • Most of can remember it well, because it was not a very enjoyable experience!!! • Often during a preachers first sermon he is very, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Brethren

Messengers From John The Baptist

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 21, 2013

When Jesus met with messengers from John the Baptist, we are given an explanation of the ministry of Jesus, a clarification of the identity of John, and an illustration of the perversity of the people.

Scripture It has been several chapters since Luke has told us about Jesus’ cousin, John the Baptist. The last time we heard of John he was preaching and baptizing and drawing incredibly large crowds to his ministry in the desert in the region around the Jordan River. Eventually, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Type Of Romance

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 15, 2014

How to establish Godly Relationships

February 16, 2014 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8 3 It is God’s will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality; 4 that each of you should learn to obtain his vessel in a way that is holy and honorable, 5 not in passionate lust like the heathen, who do not know God; 6 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Controversial Christ

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 14, 2019

John chapter 5 verses 16-45 - Father & Son - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

Father & Son SERMON OUTLINE: • Claim #1: "I am equal with God" (vs 19-20). • Claim #2: "I am the giver of life" (vs 21 & 26). • Claim #3: "I am the final judge" (vs 22-23). • Claim #4: "I determine man's destiny" (vs 24). • Claim #5: "I ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-45

Denomination: Brethren

Passing The Tests Of Life Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 15, 2017

Pass the tests of life when you rejoice in the trial, remain through the trial, and request wisdom from the trial.

Three old men were at the doctor for a memory test. The doctor said to the first old man, "What is one plus one?" "Two hundred seventy-four," he replied. The doctor said to the second man, "It's your turn. What is one plus one?" "Tuesday," replied the second man. The doctor said to the third ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jacob Marries Leah And Rachel Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 22, 2017

Jacob marrying Leah and Rachel in Genesis 29:1-30 teaches us that God uses even human deception to fulfill his promise that Jacob's descendants shall be as numerous as the dust of the earth.

Scripture We are currently in a series of sermons on "Isaac's Descendants." After twenty years of barrenness, God gave Isaac and Rebekah twin sons, whom they named Esau and Jacob. As a young man, Esau despised his birthright and sold it to his twin brother, Jacob. Much later, Jacob deceived his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Benefits Of Love Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 20, 2019

Choose to love and receive God's assurance to your heart, God's answer to your prayer, and God's abiding presence in your life.

A young bride to be was very nervous on the day before her wedding, so she went to speak with her pastor. “I'm afraid I might not make it through the ceremony properly,” she confessed. The pastor assured her that everything would be fine: “When you enter the church tomorrow and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Common Pitfalls Of Man Series

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Jun 13, 2018

A sermon that highlights 5 Pitfalls of Life and Ministry

Luke 19:11-26 is a very instructive Bible passage. In this passage, a king who represents our Lord and King of Glory gave ten minas to three servants. While two of the servants went and put the money they received to use, one of the servants did nothing with the money he received from the king. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-26, Matthew 12:43-45

Denomination: Pentecostal

Boxed In For Growth And Glory Part 1 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 18, 2018

Message 4 in our exodus journey with the Israelites. This message explores the difficulty and deliverance at the Red Sea.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch "BOXED IN FOR GROWTH AND GLORY" INTRODUCTION This is the forth in a series of messages tracing Israel’s journey to rest. Their experience effectively illustrates the key elements involved in any walk of faith. Only a life that functions ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance