Sermons on Highest Praise:

Religious Intolerance In Our Time

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 13, 2007

We live in a restless, violent, ever changing world that moves in unknown directions every day. We were witness to this sad reality this past week when those victims at Virginia Tech lost their lives.

Religious Intolerance in our Time. Acts Chapter 5:17,41 The Apostles Persecuted 17 Then the high priest and all his associates, who were members of the party of the Sadducees, were filled with jealousy. 18 They arrested the apostles and put them in the public jail. 19 But during the night ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Can Expand The Ministry Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jul 15, 2007

Ephesus has had a strong start that defined their identity. What defines our identity and how does it motivate our actions?

God can expand the ministry Ephesus - Years 2 - 4 Acts 19:9-10; Acts 19:26-27; 1 Corinthians 16:8-9 Ephesus has had a strong start that defined their identity • Competent church planters • Personal discipleship • Paul’s and Apollos’ dynamic work among them Following this vital groundwork, a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:9-10

Denomination: Mennonite

Thou Gavest Me No Kiss

Contributed by Michael Martin on Feb 3, 2007

Jesus compares the worship of a religious leader, with the worship of a prostitute.

(Luke 7:36-47) "Thou gavest me no kiss" There are two people described in our text. First we have a Pharisee; a very refined gentleman; a man of dignity and respect. Then there is a prostitute; a woman of ill repute; an outcast of society; a sinner. Jesus is the guest of the Pharisee, and has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-47

Denomination: Baptist

God's Amazing Grace

Contributed by Andy Anquoe on Feb 15, 2007

It talks about God’s grace and why it’s so amazing.

God’s Amazing Grace Ephesians 1: 3-10 When you hear the word “grace” what comes to mind? A cute little girl? The prayer you say before meals? Someone who moves effortlessly when dancing? According to some dictionaries, it’s: a special favor Good will towards others Temporary immunity But that’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Life Is A Treasure!

Contributed by Joel Santos on Nov 2, 2004

LIFE is treasure. God has given us life to manage it, enjoy it, and experience a wholesome living. This opportunity of course is solely depends on us!

Once there was a father with a son who was lazy. He tried to convince his son that he should join him in the work on his farm. The son was not convinced. The father was actually worried, how his son would earn his living after his death. Therefore, before his death, the father called his son and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Glorified Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 22, 2008

Sermon #8 in the John series deals with Jesus anouncement of his pending death and how it will glorify God. Taken from John 12

John’s Gospel #12 BE GLORIFIED CHCC: EASTER, March 23, 2008 John 12 INTRODUCTION: We used the word “glory” or “glorify” in some of our songs today. Did you ever wonder exactly what that word means? I remember way back when I was a young guy and we had a “city-wide” revival. (Back then ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sharing Choice Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 31, 2010

We may bge used of God to bring peace to others. When we share the gift of peace with others, conflict may be transformed into harmony.

Title: The Sharing Choice Text: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the sons of God.” Matthew 5:9 Thesis: We may be used of God to bring peace to others. When we share the gift of peace with others conflict may be transformed into harmony. Series: Life’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Primary Problem In Our Country Today

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 20, 2012

Compares Israel to the USA from Isaiah chapter 1.

THE PRIMARY PROBLEM IN OUR COUNTRY TODAY 8 12 Isaiah 1 I thank the Lord for allowing me to be born in the United States of America. I am grateful that He allows me to live in a country where we do not have to have security guards at every store and barbed wire around every yard. I am grateful ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:2-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Commandment

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Feb 11, 2014

Deals with Jesus definition of the Greatest commandments.

***THE GREATEST COMMANDMENT*** MATTHEW 22:37 Audio Link to listen to sermon: http://chirb.it/rI6mC3 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Man wonders about his primary duty to God. A.) Jesus came into this world, that He might teach us an acceptable way to worship and serve. B.) Once we have come to that place of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Brief Is Life But Love Is Long Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 26, 2014

“Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. The one who does not love does not know God, for “God is love” (1 John 4:7-8 NASB)

“Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. The one who does not love does not know God, for “God is love” (1 John 4:7-8 NASB) There are probably fewer words in the modern English language that have been more ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Temptations Of Jesus

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 21, 2013

The temptations expose our vulnerabilities. Beware of the devil's traps of performance (we are what we do), popularity (we are what others think), and possession (we are what we have).

Jesus was tempted, so are we today. Jesus overcame the temptations, so can we today. • Even under a direct confrontation with the devil, alone in the wilderness, under harsh circumstances, Jesus won. If the devil tempts Him these ways, it would possibly mean that these were good entry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Palm Sunday

Contributed by David Trexler on Apr 12, 2011

Don’t we in the midst of our brokenness sometimes need to have our heads examined?

Sermon for Palm Sunday April 17, 2011 When living in Jasper Indiana my family and I collected cats. That’s right cats. We lived on three acres surrounded by thousands of acres of farm land. Therefore we encountered quite a few varmints such as snakes and mice. Hence cats. At one time I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-54

Denomination: Lutheran

"The Face Of An Angel" Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on May 1, 2011

The only difference between you and Stephen is obedience, faith, and enabling the Spirit of God to move in your life.

“The face of an angel” Acts 6:1-8 Pastor Allan Kircher I. Introduction Pentecost--Holy Spirit was moving, people far and wide were brought into the fold or unity of Christian brotherhood. • Hellenistic Jews—Palestinian Jews. Hated each other in the past, now welded ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Encountering Jesus Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on May 16, 2011

Part 3 of a series where we are focusing on encountering Jesus and the lessons we can learn from those who encountered Jesus in the Bible. This one is on the lessons we learn from the devil's encounter with Jesus.

Topic: Encountering Jesus Text: Matthew 4-1-11 Introduction •We are in our 3rd week of a new sermon series called Encountering Jesus •From this series we are learning valuable lessons from different Bible Characters who encountered Jesus Recap •The first week we looked at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Room At The Inn

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 8, 2009

A sermon that followed several skits. It is a salvation message where 4 people accepted Christ at the end of service.

12/6/2009 No Room in the Inn Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction- Good morning everyone, we have just seen several skits on Christmas. There are some points I wanted you to think about. wise man played by John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene