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The Original Intent Of The Lord's Day

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 14, 2014

A special day from the beginning

A. THE ORIGINAL INTENT OF THE LORD’S DAY 1. A special day from the beginning. “On the seventh day, having finished the task, God rested from all His work. And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy” (Gen. 2:2-3, NLT). a. God’s example for treating it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Stop, Look And Listen

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 24, 2012

A brief sermon delivered after a Children's Christmas Pageant (taken from an article in Restoration Herald, December 1996, entitled "Do You Hear What I Hear?" by Forrest Hahn)

HoHum: There was a couple who desperately wanted children. They prayed to the Lord and he gave them 4 children in 4 years. When the children were still 5 years old and younger, they were the stars of the Christmas pageant. Here are the mothers words to describe the production: “My ...read more

Scripture: John 1:45-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Breaking The Strongholds Of Satan (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 28, 2013

Did you know that all people can break the strongholds of Satan in their lives? How? Let’s learn from this incredible text.

Breaking the Strongholds of Satan Acts 19:1-20 Introduction: 1. How many of you traveled over the holidays? How many enjoy traveling? 2. How many prefer to just stay home? You wouldn’t have enjoyed being the apostle Paul. 3. In Acts 18:23, Paul left his home church in Antioch and began his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-20

Denomination: Bible Church

Extolling The Work Of God Series

Contributed by Wesley Byrd on Sep 5, 2011

Worship of our Lord

Ps. 8:1 - 9:1 INTRO: This holiday called “Labor Day” we often have heard messages on labor lifted up, careers considered, rest rehearsed, work weighed, busyness balanced and duty dignified. Today, however, I would like to look at the work God has done and extol (exalt, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When Christmas Disappoints

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Jul 8, 2013

Jesus is the Prince of Peace, Why am I so depressed?

When Christmas Disappoints Us Introduction: Someone pondered what the first Christmas might have been like if wise women had come from the east instead of wise men. They would have asked for directions, made it to Bethlehem on time, helped with the delivery, cleaned up the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Lessons Of Hannah

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Aug 25, 2012

When we turn to God and turn ourselves over to Him, He will hear our prayers and grant us what He knows is best for us, in ways beyond all that we ask or think.

The Lessons of Hannah 05/09/10 AM Text: 1 Samuel 1:1-2:21 Introduction Happy Mother’s Day! Special days celebrating mothers in the United States go back to the late 1800's. In 1872 Julia Ward Howe (who wrote the words to the Battle hymn of the Republic) staged an unusual protest for peace in ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Defeating The Waters Of Chaos Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Aug 9, 2014

Drenched, cold and fearing for their lives, they bucket the water out the boat as figure comes towards them. Is it the ghost of a drowned sailor....?

“in the beginning when God created the heavens and the earth, the earth was a formless chaos and darkness covered the face of deep, while the Spirit/breath/wind of God swept over the face of the waters. Then God said “let there be light” (Genesis 1:1) So begins the first creation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Anglican

God's Mercy And Judgement Series

Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015

It teaches how the life of Elisha is applicable to us

2 Kings 2: 19 - 25 - the third sermon on the life of Elisha Below is the outline of the sermon, I preached on 18 September 2011 at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey: We are continuing the occasional sermon series on Elisha (‘God saves’). The second narrative of the two , in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How To Become A Worthy Laborer Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Sep 2, 2014

How can we be laborers for God who will one day be worthy of a reward? Our text gives us a clear and concise answer.

How To Become A Worthy Laborer 1 Corinthians 3:5-17 Introduction: 1. This is Labor Day weekend. This is a holiday set aside to honor the working class in our society. I think that’s a great idea! 2. Work is a biblical principle, and the concept of work was instituted by God before Adam and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:15-17

Denomination: Bible Church

The Perfect Gift Series

Contributed by Tim Strickland on Nov 27, 2014

Calling Gods people to a true relationship with Jesus this Christmas. Feel free to use any and all parts of this sermon.

11/27/2014 Pastor Tim J Strickland Friendly Center Baptist Church The Perfect Gift It is that time of year again. Most people are in rush mode trying to find the perfect gift to give their love ones for Christmas. There will be a sense of panic in the air, as request are made and Black Friday ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Answering Rob Bell's Myths About The Resurrection

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 16, 2014

Was the Resurrection a Myth concocted out of many ancient stories? Rob Bell seems to think so.

Recently, I watched a video from a preacher named Rob Bell. He has attained a certain level of popularity recently due to his book Love Wins, which many evangelicals have denounced as a purely universalistic treatment of important Scriptural texts. Now, I may soon deal with Rob Bell’s claims ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joseph Is Invited To Accept Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 14, 2015

What Joseph received from God was no different than what we receive as well. He was invited to accept what God was doing and not to push against it. What God invites us to do is the same thing: To accept what He has to offer!

Joseph is invited to accept Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction - Today’s message is titled, “Joseph is invited to Accept” - Advent is a wonderful time of year for all Christians to celebrate -- However, there is something that gets lost in the hustle/bustle of the holiday -- APP: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do We Follow God? Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 28, 2015

We ought to be able to show the world Who we serve by our actions and our words. Therefore, how we live our lives for Christ must be focused on Him, always.

Do we follow God? Galatians, Part 8 Galatians 4:8 – 4:20 Introduction - Purpose of the letter 1. To teach 2. To correct 3. To point us to Jesus - Recap from last week: - We discussed who are considered “sons of God” • Those in the faith (Those who have placed ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Love Your Enemies" Series

Contributed by Kendall Hicks on Apr 5, 2016

I do not write out sermon manuscripts. This is a brief outline of the first message in the series "Say What? (Some Head-Scratching Statements of Jesus)."

INTRO: It’s Valentine’s Day, so let’s start with a quick survey: Has anyone here every broken-up with someone before Valentine’s Day so you wouldn’t have to buy them a present? (Don’t tell me I’m the only one!). Yes, I have done that. When I was single, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The True Glory Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 30, 2010

THE TRUE GLORY OF CHRISTMAS LIES IN THE MESSAGE COMMUNICATED TO US.

THE TRUE GLORY OF CHRISTMAS December 5, 2010 Hebrews 1:1-3 COMMUNICATION BREAKDOWNS <Did you ever have one of those times when communication just seems to breakdown? At the Christmas party I attended the other night, one individual was on the phone with someone giving him step by step ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance