Sermons on Here And Now:

Waiting

Contributed by Bruce Hindenburg on Dec 30, 2002

We have been waiting and watching through November and December. Simeon and Anna, too, were waiting, and now, like these senior saints, our wait is over. Lord, now let Your servants depart in peace; according to Your Word.

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. Waiting. It seems that for the past couple of months that’s what we have been talking about. During the month of November we spoke of waiting and watching for the final coming of our Lord. We heard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-40

Denomination: Lutheran

The Perfecting Power Of Patience

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Mar 26, 2001

I saw a plaque recently that said, “Lord, give me patience, and give it to me now!”

James 1:2-4; 5:7-12 The antiquated train on a branch line was creeping slowly through the countryside when suddenly it came to a dead stop. The only passenger in the car, a salesman riding the line for the first time, asked the conductor why they had stopped. The conductor said, “Nothing to worry ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

This Is Us: Joseph's Family Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Jul 23, 2019

Here’s what we know – Everyone has a family and every family has a story. What we want to get pressed deep within our hearts through this series is that God is an integral part in your Family Story.

Did you ever fight with your siblings? Last week told you the story about how God changed Jacob into the person he wanted him to become. Today we will look at Jacob’s son Joseph and his brothers. Joseph’s family will show us several things that threaten our families.The good news we will learn from ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Growing By Surrendering Completely

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 10, 2002

Based on Christ’s example, here are four actions to take to grow by surrendering completely

Growing By Surrendering Completely Matthew 26: 36-39 36 Then Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to the disciples, "Sit here while I go over there and pray." 37 He took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and became anguished and distressed. 38 Then he said to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-39, Matthew 26:1-60

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Mediocrity Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Mar 14, 2001

The Sermon on the Mount was not for everyone. It was only for REAL disciples. Should you be here for this series of messages?

I. The Multitudes (5:1a) A. See 4:25 B. They followed the miracles 1. (4:23-24) brought sick folks to be healed 2. This happened often a. Feeding of 5000 b. ‘An evil generation seeks a sign’ C. Majority of followers week after the exhilarating experiences II. The Mountain (5:1b) A. He drew away ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Mothers Who Make A Difference

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jul 3, 2002

Mothers made a difference. Here are some examples of Mothers of the Bible who made a difference.

Mother’s Who Make a Difference Reading: Psalm 113 Intro: Genesis 3:20 Eve was the mother of all living “Eve” means “living” She was the first mother, the first to ever give birth to a Child She had three sons, Cain, Able and Seth…. -Able had been murdered by Cain. -It was through the line ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is A Model For Witnessing

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006

Educators say that people learn easily by observation. Here, Jesus models witnessing for us.

JESUS IS A MODEL FOR WITNESSING John 4:1-42 INTRO: Educators say that people learn easily by observation. To see someone do something and to try it ourselves creates a good learning situation. Jesus is a model for a Christian’s life and ministry. By observing His life and work, believers can ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

Reasons For Rejecting Jesus

Contributed by Bart Leger on Feb 17, 2005

People reject Jesus for many reasons. Here we find a few reasons why.

Some excuses given to police: Seat belts: • I WASN’T wearing my seat belt as I was getting changed; • I KEEP getting in and out of the car and it’s a nuisance. Red lights: • I COULDN’T stop for the red light as I was going too fast; • I COULDN’T stop because it’s a heavy vehicle and I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:23-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When Sin Is In The Camp

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Mar 14, 2004

The nation of Israel is stopped on their march into the Promise land. The reason why and the solution are here in this message.

WHEN THERE IS SIN IN THE CAMP Text: II Corinthians 10:4; Joshua 7 The weapons of our warfare are not carnal. (worldly) They are mighty through God to pull down strongholds. Whether we want to admit to it or not the Church is involved in a spiritual war. The enemy we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4, Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Church Of God

Working To Win

Contributed by Ken Alford on Jan 5, 2003

GOD’S SERVANTS NEED THE MARK OF MATURITY. Here are Three principles of godly service.

May 21, 2000 -- AM WORKING TO WIN 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 INTRODUCTION: (1) Religion Today 5/15/2000 -- The new "Christian Wrestling Federation" features the slapping, snarling, and bone-rattling body slams without the vulgar language and sex. "We do all the kind of wrestling you see on TV, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Our Strength Grows Out Of Our Weaknesses

Contributed by Selvan John on Aug 22, 2008

If you are afraid about your weakness, here is the Word of God for you. Carry on with Jesus...

“Our strength grows out of our weaknesses” Ralph Waldo Emerson, I would like to start with this quote and boast about weakness. When we boast we always boast of our achievements and never in the slightest idea of boasting our weakness. We are scared to share that we are weak in some areas of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Powerful Change In Direction

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 3, 2010

Here is a great story, full of drama, of desperation, of the bringing down of the walls of racism and pride.

Passage: Matthew 15:21-28 Intro: It’s a gripping story. Has all the elements of great drama. 1. personal desperation, great need 2. controversy, argument, decision 3. it is an intensely personal story, teaching great principles that have powerful application. 4. Jesus is at a ministry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How To Have An Affair

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Sep 1, 2010

Here is a simple, 4-step, slippery-slope plan guaranteed to ruin any marriage...

1. Begin by talking loosely about sensitive, private matters "For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile:" (1 Peter 3:10, KJV) "If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:23-32

Denomination: Baptist

"All Because Of The Cross!”

Contributed by Grady H Moore on Feb 21, 2022

Here in verses 54-57, Paul describes the rapture and the resurrection of the believers in the Lord Jesus.

Here in verses 54-57, Paul describes the rapture and the resurrection of the believers in the Lord Jesus. *We notice 3 things about that great event. I. Because of the Cross, we have VICTORY. v57 Because of… the finished work of Jesus on that cross! II. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:54-58

Thankful In Heaven

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jun 25, 2022

There are many things to be thankful for here on earth, but remember it is only temporary. Thanksgiving in Heaven is eternal.

This is Thanksgiving season. We have much to be thankful for. I know different needs causes us to be thankful for different aspects in life. For example, ask a teenager what he is thankful for and then ask an elderly person what they're thankful for and the answer will be completely different. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:2-6

Denomination: Baptist