Sermons on Have Mercy On Me:

Moral Issues: Sex Series

Contributed by Rob Harbison on May 10, 2001

When sex is about intimacy in marriage it is beautiful. When it is about lust and lewdness it is tarnished.

INTRO: Many people who are unfamiliar with the Bible think that it presents sex as an ugly—although necessary—thing for the purpose of procreation. Many Christians who are unfamiliar with the Bible think the same thing. Both are wrong. And both of those misguided perspectives have caused problems ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4, Proverbs 5:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Inerrancy Matters - Part 2

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: A thinking Christian can believe in an inerrant Bible.

Thesis: A thinking Christian can believe in an inerrant Bible. Intro.: 1. This AM we affirmed that the Bible is the Word of God and is totally and completely free from error. a. This is far from being a matter of opinion or question of semantics. b. The Bible doctrine of inerrancy matters for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Pray! Pay! Obey!

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Christians are good citizens of the governments they live under.

Thesis: Christians are good citizens of the governments they live under. Intro.: 1. This coming Tuesday our nation will celebrate Independence Day. 2. The Fourth of July is not a religious holiday, but it does provide the opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a disciple of Jesus and a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

A Pastor's Passion For America

Contributed by Steve Bain on Oct 18, 2000

The passage before us can only be understood if we back up and review its historical backdrop.

The passage before us can only be understood if we back up and review its historical backdrop. Isaiah was the prophet of the Lord to the nation Judah and her capital, Jerusalem, from 740 to 680 B.C. He was one of God's great voices during the reigns of four Kings: Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 3:1-15

Christ's Principles Of Communications

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Communications can never be more effective than its source.

Communications can never be more effective than its source. Jesus communicated in such a way that people were amazed at His authority, power and truthful insights. The problem with so many communicators in our modern world is they are relying on theories that have not been given to them by God. Let ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithful And True Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CAN GOD BE COUNTED ON TO KEEP HIS PROMISES?

BIG IDEA: CAN GOD BE COUNTED ON TO KEEP HIS PROMISES? I. (:1-4) GOD’S LOVINGKINDNESS AND FAITHFULNESS REFLECTED IN HIS PROMISE OF THE DAVIDIC COVENANT A. The Unchanging Character of God Spurs an Unchanging Pattern of Praise 1. Praise for God’s Lovingkindness "forever" "to all generations" "built ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 89:1-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Are Some People Disqualified For Positions Of Service?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Many people are disqualified for positions of service in the church because of their sins of omission.

1. Many people are disqualified for positions of service in the church because of their sins of omission. James wrote, "Anyone, then, who knows the good he ought to do and doesn’t do it, sins." (James 4:17) In this passage we read about how the apostles were forced to choose a replacement for Judas ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:21-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Encouraged Diversity In Ministry Approaches 

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus knew that God’s creation and purposes works best through a diversity of perspectives, cultures and approaches to ministry. One day the disciples came to Jesus complaining about men who were doing the ministry differently then they were accustomed

1. Jesus knew that God’s creation and purposes works best through a  diversity of perspectives, cultures and approaches to ministry. One  day the disciples came to Jesus complaining about men who were doing the ministry differently then they were accustomed to. Jesus said, "Do not hinder them, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Consequences For Spiritual Hypocrisy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why do some people think that they can benefit from pretending to be something that they are not? Dishonesty is a serious sin against God. Ananias and Sapphira offered to sell their property and give the proceeds to the church, but they lied about giving

1. Why do some people think that they can benefit from pretending to be something that they are not? Dishonesty is a serious sin against God. Ananias and Sapphira offered to sell their property and give the proceeds to the church, but they lied about giving all the money to God while keeping ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rest For A Wreary Mind

Contributed by Rod Bryant on Oct 18, 2000

Text: Isaiah 26:3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

Text: Isaiah 26:3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. Intro: Since the dawn of time mankind has battled with his or her mind. The word states that the “mind is at odds with the Spirit” {Romans 8:7} Because the carnal mind is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3

What Wisdom Does The Bible Give Us On Human Cloning?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 26, 2001

An examination of 5 key Biblical principles to consider on the issues of human cloning and genetic engineering.

The Bible obviously doesn’t use the words “human cloning,” but that should not lead us to believe that our Father has left us in the dark on this issue. This morning I want to talk about 5 important Biblical principles that we as Christians need to keep in mind as this debate on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Only Time Will Tell

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. A few years ago a popular T.V. commercial featured a rather large man named Orson Wells holding glass of wine in hand. a. As he looked into the camera with elevated eyebrow, he said "We will sell no wine before its time." 1) Good commercial--spoke of quality & integrity. 2) Taught ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Victorious Moves Against Satan

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Nov 17, 2003

Biblical warnings, instructions and reminders for every Local Church in order to avoid divisions and deceptions authored by the Devil.

<PRE> All victories, past, present and future are Christ’s. What a wonderful Savior we have. What a great honor and privilege to be a part of His glorious victory over the adversary. God’s excellent superiority over the devil has been seen through the ages. God also wants His ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus As Never Seen Before

Contributed by Alex Shepherd on Dec 23, 2003

John gets a vision from Heaven and sees Jesus as never seen before.

JESUS AS NEVER SEEN BEFORE REV. 1: 9-20 Introduction:. John is the last one of the disciples left…he is in his 90”s but because he is still a threat to the gospel movement, he is arrested not put in jail be sent to an island called patmos…this rocky island is used primarily for politician ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Wonderful Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 7, 2004

Ninth in Series. Everything about Jesus is wonderful!

Wonderful Christmas is a wonderful time of year My Most wonderful Christmas as a kid was the year I got a Kenner girder and panel builder set with motor and winch. Set number 9. Or maybe it was the year I got a Remco Science Set. There were a series of cardboard cans about as tall as a Pringles ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ