Sermons on Heavenly Worship:

Restoring Responsibility Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Dec 1, 2007

Many people think all that’s involved in being a Christian is walking an aisle or praying a prayer. That might be how God called you to salvation, but that’s not the end of it. Responsibilities come with being a Christian.

1. The responsible example of giving 2. The responsible location of giving 3. The responsible attitude of giving 4. The responsible abundance of giving 5. The responsible priority of giving EZRA 2:68-70 In his book, The Quest For Character, Chuck Swindoll tells about a terrible thing that ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 2:68-70

Denomination: Baptist

Lead Others To The Lamb Series

Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Dec 10, 2007

Living with the Lamb enables us to lead others to the Lamb. Spending time with Jesus makes it so that our hearts burn with desire to lead others to Him. And so all true ministry is born out of people simply getting into the presence of Christ and by being

Lead Others to the Lamb: John 1:40-42 Please turn with me in your Bibles to John chapter 1. Two weeks ago our message was to “Look at the Lamb”, last week it was “Live with the Lamb” and today it is called “Lead others to the Lamb.” Next week is the last in this series and it is called “Life ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Through The Eyes Of The Innkeeper Series

Contributed by Mike Rexroat on Dec 14, 2007

Second of a four part series looking at the birth of Christ through other’s eyes.

All of you know that Anne is a stay at home mom...but did you also know that she has also held some pretty important positions here in Kentucky as well. I have to tell you she will probably accuse me of being a smart alec for saying this but I really mean it....she has taught an exercise class ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Through The Eyes Of King Herod Series

Contributed by Mike Rexroat on Dec 16, 2007

Third in a four part series of looking at the birth of Christ through different eyes

Now, all of you know about my self-admission of being a naturally competitive person. I have stood here in the past and I have told you about my desperate attempts to beat Anne at Scrabble...about how I stretched the rules just a little bit on a couple of occasions...and if the truth be told I am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bitter Or Better Ends

Contributed by Charles Scott on Dec 16, 2007

It is in the narrow places of life, the places where we are closed in and helpless that we may experience the healing presence of God, often at the bitter or beter end.

BITTER OR BETTER ENDS NUMBERS 22__21—35 LUKE 24:13—16, 28—32 The story found in the Book of Numbers about Balaam and his ass is one of the difficult passages in the Old Testament. For some folks, it is clear evidence that the Scriptures are an ancient relic that has absolutely no meaning for ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:21-35

Denomination: Anglican

"True Knowledge" Part 2 Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Mar 15, 2007

Sermon 18 in a study in 1 & 2 Peter

“Now for this very reason also, applying all diligence, in your faith supply moral excellence, and in your moral excellence, knowledge, 6 and in your knowledge, self-control, and in your self-control, perseverance, and in your perseverance, godliness, 7 and in your godliness, brotherly kindness, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11

Denomination: Orthodox

The Exodus

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 21, 2007

1st sermon in the EXODUS series. (Audio at www.sermonlist.com/2007.html)

Last Sunday, as we left the book of GENESIS, we talked about the faith of Joseph. How he kept focused on the Lord and the dreams he received, even in the face of great hardship. And, looking back, we can see how God blessed Joseph, by letting him become the second most powerful man in the world – ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:4-10

Denomination: *other

Why The Cost Makes All The Difference Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Mar 24, 2007

When things cost more for us, they mean more to us. Things make all the difference when we are changed, moved to laugh or cry, celebrated and sacrificed for. “Why The COST Makes All The Difference” explores the high cost Jesus paid and how we should respo

What Difference Does Easter Make? Easter/Lenten Series 2007. Sunday March 25th “Why The Cost Makes All The Difference” Do you have anything in your possession you wouldn’t give up, trade, or give away? Take a moment to write down an answer or two. If you were to arrive home and find it on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19

Denomination: Methodist

Fear This!

Contributed by Keith Manry on Mar 29, 2007

Part IV in the series - 24. This is a first person narrative account from the perspective of Pilate. The preaching idea: Jesus’ faith, unlike the religious people of his day, was genuine. How about yours?

Introductory Remarks… Over the past three weeks we’ve met three characters who were present during the final hours in the life of Jesus Christ. We began this unique series of sermons with a visit from a man who purportedly owned the house in which the Last Supper took place. Two weeks ago we met ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

How Soon Is Soon?

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 5, 2007

This sermon examines the signs of the Second Coming of Christ.

Introduction: In Revelation 22:7, Jesus says, "Behold, I am coming soon! Blessed is he who keeps the words of the prophecy in this book." The question that Christians have been asking for 2000 year now is; “Just How soon is soon?” In other words, how soon will Jesus return for His church? How ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Quest For Perfection, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Apr 9, 2007

All parts of the law which have not been fulfilled are as equally binding and applicable today as they were for the nation of Israel. The law was never meant to save—it was meant to be a schoolmaster, showing people their ineptitude before a holy God. T

1. The first lesson is the presence of the law fulfilled (5:17-18) 2. The second lesson is the consequence of the law fulfilled (5:19) 3. The third lesson is the requirement of the law fulfilled (5:20) 4. The fourth lesson is the impossibility of the law fulfilled (5:48) Yesterday morning, we went ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-48

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Strong In God's Arms

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 12, 2007

This is a Men’s Day Sermon using the words growing, strong, God and arms.

Growing Strong In God’s Arms 1 Samuel 24:1-22 Psalm 18:29-32 1 Peter 4:12-17 Men, what comes to mind when you think of a strong man? Do you see someone with muscles bulging out? Do you see someone with a lot of money? Do you see someone with the power to attract women? Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:29-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith Lessons From The Lord Of The Rings

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 15, 2007

Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is filled with Christian imagery (intentional or not). This message looks at four spiritual themes found in the first of the trilogy.

In just 3 days, the story will be complete. Actually, the story was completed 48 years ago, but in 3 days the final part of the trilogy will be released on the big screen. I’m talking, of course, about The Lord of the Rings. J.R.R. Tolkien released his first fantasy work called The Hobbit way ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Heart Of A Father - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 11, 2005

There were 3 things missing in this tragic story that undermined David’s family and nearly destroyed his kingdom. Do you know what they are?

OPEN: A married couple had a boy that was difficult to raise. He caused all types of trouble in school, in the neighborhood and at home. One year, the couple went on a trip to Europe while the boy stayed with relatives back home. As they went from one country to another they would send back ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Staying On Course With God

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

Deals with remaining in Christ

“STAYING ON COURSE WITH GOD” TEXT: HEBREWS 12:1-2a Sunday, July 4, 2004 There is a sense that, in summer, church kind of slows down. Sometimes you get the feeling that church kind of shuts down. Well it doesn’t shut down; but it just kind of slows down. Being a Christian is a year-long thing; ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed