Sermons on Harry Truman:

The Truth About Lying

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 19, 2002

Inductive Segmented Narrative Sermon about Christians and lying

THE TRUTH ABOUT LYING EPHESIANS 4:25 NARRATIVE SEGMENT 1 Our story focuses on a young boy named Tim. Most people call him little Tim because his father’s name is Tim as well. His whole family is in the sheep business. If it has to do with sheep, their family does it. Anyway, on Tim’s 10th ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Ever Give Up

Contributed by John Beehler on Oct 15, 2001

We should pray persistently

Don’t Ever Give Up Our scripture reading for today is called the parable of the persistent widow. The widow is persistent. Now let’s see, just what does persistent mean? According to the dictionary, persistent means to be insistent in a statement or request, to stand firm permanently ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Symbol Of Living Hope

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 29, 2001

Sense the excitement of the Easter story in Peter and how it can be ours too.

Our Symbol of Living Hope 1 Peter 1:3-9 by Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC Do the dead rise up and walk again? Easter took all of Jesus’ friends by surprise. None expected that He would be alive once again. He had before his death warned them numerous times that he must die and then be raised ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Abraham, The Friend Of God Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 15, 2004

Abraham, the friend of God, was also a frail individual filled with doubts, who occasionally made unwise decisions. He sometimes acted without consulting God for guidance. He was often afraid. But God did not give up on him.

“Abraham—the friend of God” (introductory message) Hebrews 11:8-12, 17-19 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus Introduction: Abraham is revered by all Jews, Christians, and Moslems; he serves as a common link. He is the patriarch of the Jewish nation, a spiritual father ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Congregational

I Love The Commercialism Of Christmas--No Joke!

Contributed by Don Hawks on Dec 9, 2007

I don’t think any of us are really ready to give up the traditions of this holiday season. So why not think about what we love about this time of the year? (Based on an article by Rev. Thomas Shepherd) ________________________________________

How do you like this time of the year? Shopping center parking lots clogged with car headlights like a starry night sky in the country. Mindless, but welcoming music drifting over hordes of harried, hopeful, hesitantly happy holiday hunters. Shop ’til you’re top-heavy, arms full of packages, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Overcoming Faith

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 16, 2012

How to have victory in your faith walk.

“Overcoming Faith” 1 John 5:4 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. To start today’s message I’m going to make a statement that I hope that you agree with but whether you do or not it is still ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Baptist

God, What On Earth Are You Doing? Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Feb 21, 2011

God works in mysterious and majestic ways.

Mark 3:13-19a/Luke 6:12-16 And He went up on the mountain to pray and He continued all night in prayer to God and when it was day He called to Him those He Himself wanted. And they came to Him. (There was separation from the crowds & time for prayer) Then He appointed twelve, and He named Apostles ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

Bringing In The Net Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 11, 2008

Although the people had rejected their Messiah, a path back was possible. They had to change their attitude, become followers of Jesus, and enjoy the blessings of salvation if they were to align themselves to God’s will for them.

Bringing in the Net (Acts 2:37-40) 1. I have been a juror a number of times. Although I do not look forward to the time commitment, I have found my experiences interesting. 2. I have noticed, however, a variety of qualities in the cases prepared by both the prosecution and defense. Sometimes I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Law And Gospel Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

A knife is good for cutting your meat, but bad for cleaning your eyes and ears. Every good thing can be used in a way that is improper, and then it become harmful and dangerous, and so it is with the law.

There is mystery enough in life without us adding unnecessary mysteries of our own making. For example, like the woman who evicted a man from her boarding house, and when she was asked why she did it she said, "Something mysterious is going on when a man hangs his hat over the key hole every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:7

"breaking Free" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 28, 2020

100 women were asked to name something men try to fix but often just make it worse. These were their top answers.

“Breaking Free” Matthew 5:7 & 9 100 women were asked to name something men try to fix but often just make it worse. These were their top answers. 1. Plumbing 41 2. Car 13 3. TV 9 4. Relationship 6 5. Fight 5 6. Dinner ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7, Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

A Power Grab Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022

An unlocked door can keep you out if you don’t know it is unlocked. What did Jesus unlock for us?

Unlocked Pt. 1 - A Power Grab I. Introduction It may be truth. It may simply be legend, but either way it is a story worth retelling. I have told it to you before but stay with me. Harry Houdini, the famed escape artist, issued a challenge wherever he went. He could be locked in any jail cell in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Canada Day

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 15, 2003

This sermon was delivered on Canada Day and gives some of our responsibilities as citizens.

Canada Day July 1, 2001 According To Gallup Percentage of Americans who believe: that Elvis Presley is still alive 10% in reincarnation 30% in ghosts 39% that aliens have visited the earth in the last 100 years 53% that the US government is currently involved in cover-ups ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, 1 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Evil Forces

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 14, 2021

There is always this inquisitiveness even among the Christians to know about ghost and also watch ghost movies. Caveat!

Vampires Ephesians 6:12”…the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.” I am sure this title of mine would be an instant hit because people may want to read it out of: curiosity, fear or nosiness… whatever….they would read. There is always this inquisitiveness even among the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Makes Us Free

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 2, 2003

The purpose of this sermon is to re-educate the church on the truth of the foundation of our freedom both as believers and as Americans and to call upon the church to repent on behalf of the country.

What Makes Us Free? John 8:31-36; 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 July 6, 2003 Independence Day Intro: A. [This quote and all other quotes in this sermon are taken from Americas’ God and Country Encyclopedia of Quotations, compiled by Wiliam J. Federer, Fame Publishing Co., Coppell, TX, 1994. This quote ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power Struggles

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on Mar 19, 2004

Power Struggles

Power Struggles Act 16:16-34 I. The Power of Sin. V16-17 Spirit of Deception A. POSSESSED BY A DEMON Spirit of Divination SHE WAS JUST A LITTLE GIRL 1. Strong’s defines the Greek word here as "a young girl, a damsel, a maid-servant, or a young female slave." ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Baptist