Sermons on Group Think:

A Place Called Heaven

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 10, 2013

Some people ask me, 'Are you one of those narrow-minded Baptists who think only Baptists are going to Heaven?' And I say, 'Dear friend, I'm more narrow minded than that. I don't think all the Baptists are going to make it.' Author: Mike Huckabee

John 14:1-6 Verse 2-In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. A Prepared Place-A bride and groom many times prepare place for themselves to live! Jesus is the groom and we are His bride! Jesus prepared a place for ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Message For A Long-Time Believer

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 18, 2021

Let me ask you a question: if you were given a choice of going to Heaven today or waiting ten years, what would you choose? Your answer to this question tells a lot about what you think about Heaven. I think the majority of people would desire to wait ten years or more.

Bill is a sweet man who was a remarkably faithful husband. Like so many seniors of our day, medical science was able to extend the length of Bill’s life even though the quality of his life suffered. He hurt for the past seven plus years and wasn’t able to be a part of our church as he wanted to. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

Your Plan - God's Plan Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

Think about your life for a moment. Have you missed an opportunity you regret? Do you think you are still on “Plan A” for your life? For many in the room with any years of experience, you feel like your closer to plan "ZZ" rather than plan "A."

[Scripture read before this sermon] 20 When neither sun nor stars appeared for many days, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope of our being saved was at last abandoned. 21 Since they had been without food for a long time, Paul stood up among them and said, “Men, you should have listened to me ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:20-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Plans Of Our Hearts

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Apr 9, 2010

Some think they have a grasp on their future and what is best for them. Truly only God knows what is best for us, we must concede to His leadership.

THE PLAN OF OUR HEARTS It has been over 4 months since I have preached a sermon, For ten years I preached almost every week, sometimes two different messages and at least four revivals that I can remember doing. Being away from the pulpit has made me long for the Word, presented with passion, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Administration Of God's Grace Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 10, 2014

Grace. We often think about grace as the salvation that God gives us that we do not deserve. But God gives us His grace to serve as well.

The Administration of God’s Grace Ephesians 3:1-13 Intro Slide Have you ever been in the midst of a conversation and then a new thought that you have to get out comes into your head? Maybe you have been talking to someone, and then a word or some other trigger brings to mind something that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Love Series

Contributed by Allen James on Apr 6, 2010

The final message in a 7-Part Series, Shift - A New Way of Thinking. In Matthew 5:43-48, Jesus challenges His disciples to follow His example and love their enemies.

God Is Love • Matthew 5:43-48 • Easter Weekend INTRODUCTION: God is not focused on MODIFYING BEHAVIOR by His laws. He wants to TRANSFORM LIVES by His love. This is the power of the resurrection! I. God loves without DISCRIMINATION. (v. 43-45a) Many read Jesus’ words here and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

The Four Promises Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Apr 18, 2003

One of God’s favorite words is “forgiveness.” As we look at the first words of Jesus on that last day, we can’t help but say, “God really thinks this is important.”

But Jesus was saying, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” (Luke 23:34) Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you not seven times, but seventy-seven ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Holy Spirit & Christmas

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 12, 2023

At Christmas, we think about the shepherds, the Magi, the trip of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, and the murderous plots of King Herod, but we overlook all HE, the Holy Spirit, does.

THE HOLY SPIRIT & CHRISTMAS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Two Aggies moved to a northern Canadian island. At Christmas they boarded a ferry off the island and went deep into the woods on the mainland, searching for a Christmas tree. 2. After hours of subzero temperatures and a few close ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:15-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Teach Sound Doctrine

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 7, 2014

Paul tells us that we must various groups of people in the church and what to teach. 1- We must teach older men 2- We must teach older women 3- We must teach young men 4- We must teach slaves/workers

INTRO.- 1 You must teach what is in accord with sound doctrine. We must teach. Teaching is important to God’s work. ILL.- One school teacher said: As a 7th grade biology teacher, I was teaching my class about the flow of blood in the body. After my lecture I asked the class the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Ministry

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 25, 2024

Jesus gives us a glimpse of what life is like in God's kingdom. He teaches us that true happiness isn't what the world thinks.

In our journey to Easter Sunday, we continue in the book of Luke. Last week we talked about Jesus's mission. Today we will take a look at Jesus's actual ministry in Luke 6. In today’s passage, Jesus gives us a glimpse of what life is like in God's kingdom. He teaches us that true ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-36

Denomination: Baptist

A Light In The Darkness

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 30, 2002

Peter stressed that we "pay attention" to the words of the prophets. But why? What did Peter think was so important about Scripture that we needed to give it such a focus of our attention?

OPEN: I have a quiz for you this morning. I’m going to give you 10 different quotes and then ask you if the phrase if from the Bible or not 1. "To the victor go the spoils." (False—This was written by William Learned Marcy in his Life of Jackson.) 2. "Can a leopard change his spots?" (True—See ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Really Want To Be Changed Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 30, 2007

# 14 in series. I think we all recognize within ourselves the need for change. Yet we also recognized that the change we need is often hard to achieve.

A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 14 “Do You Really Want To Be Changed?” John 5:1-9, 14 Sir Isaac Newton’s “First Law of Motion” states “Everything continues in a state of rest unless it is compelled ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Old Rules Uncloaked

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 13, 2009

MLK Sunday: In the beloved community we no longer need to think of over and under. The old way is a prison; Christ sees us as sinners in need of grace, and therefore all children of His, family.

When our children were small, they liked to play games with us. But they liked it best when they could win. Whether it was crazy eights, or chutes and ladders, or just hide-and-go-seek, our children loved to play games as long as they could win. If they lost too much they would burst into tears and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready To Bear Your Cross

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Sep 8, 2021

This sermon provokes us into thinking about how we bear our cross, and whether we live in the world or not of it, drawing on some of St Pauls teachings to the early churches

In the name of the Father, son and Holy Spirit. Amen. There is a story told of a man who was struggling to carry his cross, he complained and moaned at anyone that he came in contact with. Eventually the Lord heard his complaints and paid him a visit. My son, I have heard your pain, and I want ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Anglican

Be Strong In The Lord

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 11, 2008

Let’s think about what is required to be strong in the Lord. It requires: 1- Taking a stand against the devil 2- Putting on the armor of God 3- Praying in the Spirit

INTRO. - Be strong. Be strong in the Lord. We can choose to be strong in ourselves or we can choose to be strong in the Lord. TAKE YOUR CHOICE! Most people (or many) choose to be strong in themselves. They want to be in control and do their own thing. They pride themselves on being a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ