Sermons on Henry Lyte:

The Gospel: For All Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 3, 2015

Paul has expressed astonishment that churches of Galatia have turned from faith alone to faith plus law. He says what they have really done is moved from the true gospel to no gospel at all.

Is the Gospel really for everybody? You have probably heard someone tell the humorous one liner; you can’t get there from here. That is what the Judaizers were telling the churches in Galatia about coming to Christ only they weren’t trying to be funny. There were a group of people ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Storyteller - The Parables Of Jesus: The Great Feast

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 10, 2015

In Jesus’ parable of the great feast, we discover God has given us a wonderful invitation. However, many people will make excuses and miss out on God’s Kingdom!

THE STORYTELLER: THE PARABLES OF JESUS #8: THE GREAT FEAST INTRO TO TOPIC: Today we wrap up our summer long series looking at the parables of Jesus. • QUESTION: What have YOU learned or been challenged by this summer? THE BIG IDEA: In Jesus’ parable of the great feast, we discover God has given ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-33

Denomination: *other

Leadership Blessing Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 11, 2015

Paul wanted to encourage church leaders to continue serving faithfully after he's gone. We who lead live out what we've learned. As witnesses to the truth, we apply the wisdom we've acquired through experience and by time spent in prayer.

As General George Patton was preparing for combat operations in North Africa during WWII, he called on his aging mentor, General John J. Pershing, at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Patton thanked Pershing for giving him his start as a Company Commander. Pershing said, “I can always pick a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32

Denomination: Congregational

The Blessing Of Security Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 8, 2015

We're secure; we didn't earn Heaven--Jesus earned it for us--so we won't lose out. We're guaranteed Heaven--not based on what we've done--but based on what Jesus accomplished for us on the cross.

How secure do you feel? The story is told of a monastery in Portugal, perched high atop a 3,000 foot cliff and accessible only by a terrifying ride in a swaying basket. The basket is pulled up with a single rope by several strong men, perspiring under the strain. One American tourist who visited ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-25

Denomination: Congregational

Keep Dreaming

Contributed by David Radcliff on Jun 3, 2016

Dreams can seem impossible at first, but God can make them happen

KEEP DREAMING Genesis 37: 18-24 1. In 1963 Martin Luther King gave his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. a. "Dreams don't die, only dreamers." 2. We are challenged to keep dreams alive in a world that would crush them (and us) a. The world says that you can't: * Set goals to Live ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Magi Surface Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 21, 2015

The visit of the Magi piques our curiosity but also reveals the importance of honoring Jesus Christ — no matter how much effort it takes.

The Magi Surface (Matthew 2:1-12) 1. Some people think the Bible teaches that the fruit Adam and Eve ate in the Garden was an apple….. probably a fig. Most of us know the Christmas narratives fairly well, but we often assume things that the text does not actually say. 2. Lin Smalec writes, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Worthy Walk

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 21, 2012

This chapter begins with the word- Therefore. This word is a transition word from doctrine to duty, principle to practice, position to behavior. This is typical of Paul’s writings- (Romans 12:1, Gal.5:1 just to name a few).

The Worthy Walk Ephesians 4:1-3NAS Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, 2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, 3 being diligent to preserve ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lesson 4: Why Can't I See Miracles?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 1, 2014

God works through providence; through the laws of nature to accomplish His will.

Pastors Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: When God Is Silent Lesson 4: Why Can’t I See Miracles? A. INTRODUCTION: WHY PEOPLE WANT TO SEE A MIRACLE 1. They want everything God has for them. 2. They are emotionally based: excitable, enthusiastic. 3. Fanaticism, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To Book Of Lamentations - Jerusalem In Agony

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 26, 2010

Sin is not worth the priced tag!

Intro: 1. Swindoll, “At one time or another, all of us have enjoyed the fleeting pleasures of sin…Because, we are sinners by nature, we are prone to shove aside, the anguishing reality of the effects of compromise, so that, we can more thoroughly embrace the thrills of evil. Realizing ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

God's Game Plan

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 7, 2006

No team goes into a game without a plan. And God has one too, for ministering His Word to a lost world.

Passage: Acts 19:1-22 Intro: At the upper levels of sports, no team goes into any game without a game plan. 1. football, baseball, basketball, the team studies its opponent and devises a plan based on the strengths and weaknesses of their own team and the other. PP) Muhammed Ali did this in a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Do We Match

Contributed by Casey Lieneman on Mar 28, 2011

Viewing Jesus' compassion and love for a the Samaritan Women we are invited to match that compassion and love for all people that Jesus has shown

Grace and Peace to you from God the Father, Son, and The Holy Spirit. Amen I was looking back through some pictures of when Corey and I first began dating and chuckled at one picture we took when we went to the Henry Dorley Zoo in Omaha. We were goofing around and found one of those headless ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-52

Denomination: Lutheran

Redemption For A Worthless Slave Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 7, 2011

The only way to the Empty Tomb goes to the Cross where Jesus died. This is the first in a series on what Jesus did for us when he died. (Theories of the Atonement)

Series Introduction: Today we start the countdown to Easter. That’s the highest day in the church year. However, there is only one way to arrive at the empty tomb of Easter Sunday. Like Jesus we need to travel to the cross. For the next 8 weeks we will discover the blessings or benefits we ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Spread The Word Despite The Odds Sermon Iii: A Beggar Asked For Alms And Got Legs Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 14, 2020

Despite multiple attacks against Christianity today, mature Christians go on ministering to folks whoever and wherever they are, then watch God wow people with blessings that overflow.

A BEGGAR ASKED FOR ALMS AND GOT LEGS A mentor of mine once advised me, “Be careful what you ask for. God might surprise you with something far greater than you really want.” If, for example, you adopt as the theme song of your Christian journey, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

“the Possibility Of Christmas” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 18, 2014

The fct of Christmas opens up all kinds of wonderful possibilities.

As we have been considering Christmas in light of this verse, we have thought about the person of Christmas - the Lord Jesus Christ; and we have thought about the purpose of Christmas - it is all about GRACE - God’s Riches At Christ’s Expense. Now today, I want us to conclude our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Baptist

Up Look For The Downcast

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 26, 2019

This is a Psalm of comfort and consolation. It was written either during David's exile from Jerusalem, or during Israel's captivity in Babylon.

UP LOOK FOR THE DOWNCAST Scripture: Psalms 42 &43 I. INTRODUCTION This is a Psalm of comfort and consolation. It was written either during David's exile from Jerusalem, or during Israel's captivity in Babylon. Matthew Henry: Sometimes God teaches us effectually to know the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11, Psalm 43:1-5, 1 Peter 1:3, Titus 2:13, Colossians 1:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal