Sermons on Heralding Jesus:

Too Heavenly Minded

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 2, 2012

What reward are we to look toward to be able to choose to suffer the reproach of Christ? Background to passage: Paul is exalting in the salvation that we share in Christ, mentions the reward.. “The strength to endure present suffering is the fruit of me

Text: Eph 2:4-7, Col 3:1-4, Title: Too Heavenly Minded, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/1/12 A. Opening illustration: “The strength to endure present suffering is the fruit of meditating on future satisfaction.” B. Background to passage: Paul is exalting in the salvation that we share in Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Risk Taking Mission & Service Series

Contributed by Roy Probus on Jul 5, 2012

Ministry to others is the heartbeat of the church and her people.

Risk Taking Mission & Service Extravagant Generousity Recap the series.... Radical Hospitality Passionate Worship Intentional Faith Development Risk Taking Mission & Service, Extravagant Generosity = Service I. Don't Waste Your Life [video] "It's Not Too Late" - Do any of you think that it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Six Secrets To A Generous Life

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 9, 2012

How to enjoy giving.

“Six Secrets to a Generous Life” 2 Corinthians 9:1 For as touching the ministering to the saints, it is superfluous for me to write to you: 2 For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

David's Mighty Men Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jul 9, 2012

Sermon #5 in the series of Untold Stories in the Old Testament, Using the Text from 1 Chronicles 11, and Psalm 34. This message deals with the way David Trained up his men in the cave of Adullam and turned them into his mighty men.

Series: Untold Stories of the Old Testament #5 Date: CHCC: June 24, 2012 Title: David’s Mighty Men Texts: 1 Samuel 22; I Chronicles 11; Psalm 34 INTRODUCTION: What do you already know about David from the Old Testament? (answer, things like: killed Goliath, man after God’s own ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Does Preaching Still Matter?

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 14, 2013

Ezra's sermon to a weary people brought them joy and renewed strength to serve the Lord. Preaching today is no different. God's Word will bring joy and delight to those who sincerely seek Him.

We have a new pulpit! Today is our first Sunday to share this new piece of furniture. It was carefully selected to replace our old pulpit which was built by Herb Perkins over 30 years ago. We wanted to have something smaller, easier to move and more contemporary in design. This pulpit has both ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where They Said There Is Nothing

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 19, 2013

We've all been there and heard those faith destroying words sent from the devil (there is nothing) no money, no love, no hope, but God says in that very same place where you heard those words will come forth an abundance. The rain is on it's way.

You know the story: Israel is being ruled by a wicked king named Ahab, he has not only led Israel away from God into Idolatry but he has also married a witch named Jezebel. Together they led the children of Israel into deep rebellion and false worship. God raised up a prophet that would not be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wherever You Are - He Is There

Contributed by Sam Schmidt on Jan 14, 2013

The believer can be comforted in knowing, regardless of where this life and our Lord takes us, that God is there and will see us through.

TEXT: 2 Timothy 4:16-18 (KJV) 16 At my first answer no man stood with me, but all men forsook me: I pray God that it may not be laid to their charge. 17 Notwithstanding the Lord stood with me, and strengthened me; that by me the preaching might be fully known, and that all the Gentiles might hear: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

King Asa, Rely. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jan 24, 2014

The second of two sermons about King Asa, there are some interesting parallels in this about how we can seek after God's desire for us. Pride, fear, etc can take over and we end up not relying on what God wants for us. He desires to strengthen us.

King Asa, Rely. Last week, I talked about a King of Judah, by the name of? (Asa) Prior to him the nation of Israel had other kings three reasonably onto it Kings, being who? (Kings Saul, David and Solomon). Then came King Solomon’s son ?, (King Rehoboam who as I mentioned last week was a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:1-14, Proverbs 3:5-6, 2 Chronicles 15:1-9

Denomination: Salvation Army

Daniel: An Epitome Of Faithfulness And Steadfastnest

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jan 27, 2014

Daniel was found to be faithful to God and steadfast in his faith from his youthful age till his old age. He faced a lot of oppositions, persecutions, hatred and challenges, yet he remained faithful. We are to learn from his life and remain faithful to God in every area of our lives.

Daniel: An Epitome of Faithfulness and Steadfastnest Study Text: Daniel 6: 1 - 28 Introduction: - Daniel was taken captive to Babylon, but he was faithfully serving the Lord and taking his stand for that which is right. - He lived in Babylon for many years, and he did not veered from the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Will You Accept A New Heart And A New Mind?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 17, 2014

There is a God covenant that brings us new hope, a new mind, a new heart? Will we stay the same?

GETTING OVER THE OLD--- ACCEPTING THE NEW? A NEW HEART, NEW MIND --- By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. CAN WE EXCUSE SPIRITUAL NEGLECT, CAN WE JUSTIFY OUR NEGLECT OF DUTY? JEREMIAH KNEW MANY OF MAN'S REAL PROBLEMS ARE ISSUES OF THE HEART... THE PROBLEM OF THE HEART IS THE HEART OF ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Welcoming The Unwelcome Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Dec 21, 2014

Paddington Bear, Nadia Bolz-Webber and an old lady called Betty challenge us on what it means to welcome the unwelcome. Sermon preached at Westminster Abbey December 2014.

Welcoming the unwelcome “He hath put down the mighty from their seats and exalted them of low degree. He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich he hath sent empty away” The scripture speaks of a God who welcomes the unwelcome. These words are so important that no only do our choirs ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Anglican

The Perfect Model For Marriage Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 10, 2015

5 observations about God's marriage (title and material adapted from an article by Al Janssen in Focus on the Family February 2002)

HoHum: Al Janssen- A few years ago, my wife, Jo, and I were walking through our neighborhood on a warm summer evening. I talked on and on about my day. “So, how was your day?” I asked Jo. “Did you have a good time at brunch?” That morning, Jo had met in a home with ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Draws Us Together

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 24, 2014

Apostle Paul has faced enemies in the Corinthian church that have damaged his relationship with them. He appeals to several things which serve to draw them together, if they will open their hearts to him once again.

What Draws Us Together 2 Corinthians 6:1–7:4 Introduction Paul faced opposition from one or more factions within the Corinthian church. - His opponents claimed to be superior to him in knowledge (1 CO 8:1, 2). - Some taught that immoral behavior was of no consequence (5:1, 2; ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fighting For Your Family - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 26, 2014

Your Family is worth fighting for, so learn how to fight.

Fighting for Your Family Part 2 Welcome Open: We started a brand new series last week called “Fighting for Your Family” WHO LIKES FREE STUFF? (GIVE AWAY FREE BOOKS) REVIEW FROM LAST WEEK: # 1 – THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Of Penitence And Patience!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Sep 10, 2014

If our Almighty God has always reserved his best and interestingly even his worst for the last, it is to birth in us two responses…of penitence and patience.

OF PENITENCE AND PATIENCE!!! First things first. What is the chief and highest end of man? Let the revered Christian Book namely the Westminster catechism give the answer. Man's chief and highest end is to glorify (worship) God, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: *other