Sermons on Has Beens:

Are You Ready??

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

Are we ready for death? If not what do we need to do.

Are you Ready?? There was a man went in for physical and got a call from the doctor a couple of days later. The Doctor said that he had bad and worse news. "Give me the bad" the man asked. "Your tests showed that you had 48 hours to live." replied the doctor. "That’s the bad news! That’s the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Alpine Christianity

Contributed by Stephen Evoy on Dec 14, 2007

Applies a "mountaineering" metaphor to the Christian journey to illustrate the difference between a burden ("boulder") and a load ("backpack"). First person perspective, honest illustrations from my own experience. Engaging stories, easy applicability,

In 1953, John Hunt organized an assault-style expedition to Mt. Everest. He enlisted an army of Sherpas to serve as porters. The porters established the climbing route, built bridges across the glacier, and stockpiled supplies at strategic locations up the mountain. One of the Sherpas was named ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2-5

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Three-Fold Response To Christmas

Contributed by Jaco Bester on Feb 13, 2013

A reflection on Christmas

THE THREE-FOLD RESPONSE TO CHRISTMAS LUKE 2:1-20 Introduction: When Pope Julius I, in the year 353, authorized December 25th to be celebrated as the birthday of Jesus; who would have ever thought that it would become what it is today. When Professor Charles Follen, in 1832, lit candles on the first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The 4 Enemies Of Revival

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 22, 2016

There are four dangers that bonafide Christians face that hinder revival in the church in America: Partial Revival, Lack of Hunger, Loss of Passion, and Familiarity with God. These are the Enemies of Revival and must be remedied!

THE 4 ENEMIES OF REVIVAL 2 Chr. 7:14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Have You Ever Wondered How You Survived? 1. When I was a kid, we rode in cars with no seat belts or air bags, and in the back of a pickup trucks on a warm day doing 55 mph. 2. Our houses and baby cribs were covered with bright colored ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 7, 2021

In 2021 bread is seen as simply a side and not a staple, what did it mean when Jesus said, I am the Bread of Life.

When I was a child, our family lived in Germany and the bread was dark and coarse. When we moved home to Canada my image of bread became my Grandmother’s home-made bread enjoyed warm with homemade strawberry jam and a slice of old cheddar cheese. During my teen years, bread was used as a figure ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35

Denomination: Wesleyan

Your Response To The Word Of Christ Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Apr 19, 2021

How do you respond to the Word of Jesus? Is following Jesus an obedience-optional exercise for you? If it is, you stand to lose a great blessing--the freedom that only being a true follower of Jesus can provide.

Last week I asked you a critical question: What must a person believe, in particular about Christ, to be sure of going to heaven The answer, of course, is that person must believe He is God, very God of very God, the God-Man. This morning I’m going to ask you another compelling question: What ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-47, Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Bible Church

Jesus Was Lifted Up

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 14, 2003

Palm Sunday Sermon about the sacrifice of Jesus.

Jesus Was Lifted Up… Numbers 21:4-9, John 3:14-15 April 13, 2003 (Palm Sunday Note: this message inspired and partially based on an address by Rev. Keith Drury, of Indiana Wesleyan University, given at a seminar on teaching the Bible to adults. Introduction Today is Palm Sunday, and on this day ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9, John 3:14-15

Denomination: Wesleyan

More Of You In 2002

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 31, 2001

In 2002 we need to actively dispense more of God’s Grace, more Offerings to God, more Love, and more Forgiveness to others in the Body of Christ. Because the more G.O.L.F. we play the more we will impact our community.

More of you Lord in 2002 Thesis: In 2002 we need to actively dispense more of God’s love, God’s grace, and God’s forgiveness to others in the Body of Christ and outside the Body of Christ. Because the more of Him we allow to flow the more power we experience. Introduction: I believe this next ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-14, 2 Timothy 1:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Submitting To God (Pt. 1)

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002

Pride prevents us from being able to do what God wants us to do and therefore, it prevents us from being able to enjoy His blessing.

James 4:1-6 August 29, 1999 Submitting to God (Part 1) Introduction A New England pastor and a rabbi were having a conversation one day over lunch. The N.E. pastor proudly proclaimed, “One of my ancestors signed the Declaration of Independence”. He thought that the rabbi would be very ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-6, Joshua 22:5, Joshua 22:11-34

Denomination: Baptist

Challenged By Chariots Of Iron

Contributed by Charles Holt on Apr 16, 2001

Part Two: deals with the fear of Ephraim and Manasseh when confronted with chariots of iron during their conquest of Canaan with applications to the Christian’s life.

A Bible Study by Charles W. Holt email: cholt@gt.rr.com CHALLENGED BY CHARIOTS OF IRON(Part 2 of 3) Scripture reading: Jeremiah 12:4 Scripture Text: Joshua 17:14-18 A little background on the tribes of Ephraim and Manesseh will be helpful in our understanding why the challenge to face chariots ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 17:14-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Right Kind Of Dirt

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

What about all the people who at one time professed faith in Jesus Christ but who now seem to have little interest in the things of the Lord?

I've made my choice," wrote the basketball star. "I love Jesus Christ and I try to serve Him to the best of my ability. How about you?" No, those are not the words of David Robinson, A. C. Green or any other Christian currently playing in the NBA. That testimony is from a tract written thirty years ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph, An Obedient Heart For God

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 12, 2007

The first of series on ‘Developing a Heart for God’

Pastor Todd Coget tells the story of a small-town church in upstate New York who had had a rector (or pastor) in that church for over thirty-five years. He was loved by the church and the community. After he retired, he was replaced by a young priest. It was his first church; he had a great desire ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:2-9

Denomination: Church Of God

"Satan Is Strong, But Jesus Is Stronger"

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Apr 17, 2007

3rd Sunday after Pentecost sermon preached 6/29/2003 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Garner, Iowa (LCMS). Preached during a time of internal strife and division within the St. Paul congregation.

Pentecost 3/ St. Peter & St. Paul, Series B. 6/29/2003. Mark 3:20-35 St. Paul Lutheran Church, Garner, Iowa “Satan is Strong, but Jesus is Stronger” Introduction In his book The Renew Mind (Bethany House, 1981), Larry Christiansen tells a story that is a perfect illustration for our sermon text ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Redemption #13 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Jan 18, 2005

If the Believer is to know and enjoy the abundant life that Christ came to provide, THEN there are some things we must know and apply to our lives, and the information and application of those “things” MUST” be accurate and in harmony. Romans 3:20-26

Every day we should rejoice in our redemption. It is through God’s redemption we have forgiveness of our sins. However, the forgiveness of our sins is JUST the beginning of the wonderful "package" from God, we call redemption. John 10:10 …I have come that they may have life, and that they may ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:20-26

God's Covenant With David Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 20, 2008

In today’s text we learn about God’s covenant with David, which is to establish an everlasting kingdom.

Scripture Today is the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Our Scripture reading in this Advent season brings us to 2 Samuel 7:1-17. King David has conquered all his enemies, and is now living in relative tranquility toward the end of his life. He has built himself a magnificent palace. But the ark of God, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed