Sermons on Holy Kiss:

Exalting Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 27, 2015

Everything falls into place when we realize that Jesus is First and we are second.

Exalting Jesus Text: John 3:22-36 Introduction 1. Illustration: I’m part of the fellowship of the unashamed. The die has been cast. I have stepped over the line. The decision has been made. I’m a disciple of His. I won’t look back, let up, slow down, back away or be still. My ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Methodist

A Vision Of Our Future Series

Contributed by Michael Hogg on Mar 10, 2015

Jeremiah's prophecy of God's promise to Israel and His church and the conclusion of history.

A Vision of Our Future Text: Jeremiah 30:1-3, 18-22 Introduction Jeremiah was called by God as a prophet when he was quiet young, possibly around twenty. He was “the son of Hilkiah” who was an unknown country priest that bore little or no significance (Jeremiah 1:1). The ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 30:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bringing Them To Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 18, 2015

Your story and God's power are a dynamic force.

Bringing Them To Jesus Text: John 4:27-42 Introduction 1. Illustration: There is a legend, which recounts the return of Jesus to glory after His time on earth. Even in heaven He bore the marks of His earthly pilgrimage with its cruel cross and shameful death. The angel Gabriel approached Him ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Methodist

His Purpose – Why Did Jesus Come?

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 23, 2015

Jesus gave witness to God's love through His actions.

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: March 13, 2015 Date Preached: March 15, 2015 Church: OPBC (AM) Sunday FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: His Purpose – Why did Jesus Come ? Text: Luke 19:1-10 (NLT) ETS: Jesus gives witness to God’s love thru His actions! ESS: We must ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Joining A Jesus Parade

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Mar 26, 2015

Ready to join a Jesus Parade? It's different than you may imagine. It involves kingship and protest. It involves faith and courage. It involves surrender and sacrifice. It involves praise and peace. But it leads to a life of victory.

Scripture: Mark 11 Mark 11 New International Version (NIV) Jesus Comes to Jerusalem as King 11 As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples, 2 saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and just as you enter it, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

The Sleeping Church

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Apr 2, 2015

Divine opportunities pass us by when we are not watchful, when we are not alert. Wrong decisions are taken when we are not watchful, when we are not discerning. The church strays from her mission and God ordained purpose when we are not watchful.

Introduction During Jesus’ last days on earth something worthy of attention happened at the Garden of Gethsemane. Matthew 26:36 tells us that Jesus went with His disciples to a place called Gethsemane. Then He told them to sit down at a particular spot while He goes to pray. Jesus then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

Look At Me Series

Contributed by Michael Jay Shrewsberry on Apr 2, 2015

First in a series of three describing the Day the Earth really did stand still

Look at Me “And when they came to a place called Golgotha, which means 'Place of a Skull,' they gave Him wine to drink mixed with gall; and after tasting it, He was unwilling to drink. And when they had crucified Him, they divided up His garments among themselves by casting lots. And sitting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:33-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Utterances From The Cross

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Apr 2, 2015

We find forgiveness, hope, and life in The last three utterances from Jesus while he was on the Cross from the gospel of Luke.

Utterances from the Cross Introduction: If ever there was a holiday to celebrate; it is Easter. What other holiday celebrates an event that promises everlasting life? I love Easter! I look forward to it, especially when the long cold days of winter have me trapped inside the house, cabin fever ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Patience Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Apr 5, 2015

"For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

Christianity For Dummies: The Power of Patience James 5:7-11 I. Introduction A. A woman saw a father shopping with a fussy two-year old in his grocery cart. "Be patient, Billy," he whispers. "You can handle this, Billy. It's okay, Billy." The woman said to him, "I don't mean to ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Prayer Of Faith Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Apr 5, 2015

"For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

Christianity For Dummies: The Prayer of Faith James 5:13-20 I. Introduction A. How many of you take some sort of supplement or vitamin every day? How many of you hate to take your vitamins? Hard to swallow, bad taste.Discuss Kay giving me One A Day vitamins and them finding a stash of ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Why So Long In Slavery? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 12, 2015

Why did God allow Israel to even be in slavery? And why did He allow it for so long? The answers to these questions tell us much about the chains God would free us from in our lives.

(Props – 10 foot length of ¼ inch chain; a cross on stage that can handle the weight of the chain) OPEN: I once read the story of a marketplace in northern India where people brought their wares to trade and sell. One old farmer brought in a whole covey of quail that he caught. He hoped to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:5-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Generosity Of The Book Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 19, 2015

Sometimes people think that that there is no place for talk of money from the pulpit but the Scriptures speak about money, giving and generosity from beginning to end. This message looks at thoughts on generosity from the Book.

This is week two or three of Money Month at Cornerstone, depending on how you count. Two weeks ago we at least gave a nod to the fact that this is the month that we deal with Money at Cornerstone when I preached on A Generous Easter, and then last week was our 20th Anniversary and I preached on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

Freedom Child Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 19, 2015

Why would God send Moses as a baby? He's supposed to be a "deliverer"... and it's going to take 80 years to grow into the job! Why did God do it that way?

I read the true story of a Sunday School for 4-year-olds'. Most of the children were known to the teacher, but this Sunday a little boy showed up without any identification. The teacher managed to get his first name, but couldn't find out his last name. "Brian, what's your daddy's name?" she ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Come Out Of A Place Called Lodebar

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

A Place Called Lodebar

A Place Called Lodebar 2 Samuel 9:1-13 And David said, Is there yet any that is left of the house of Saul, that I may shew him kindness for Jonathan's sake? 2 And there was of the house of Saul a servant whose name was Ziba. And when they had called him unto David, the king said unto him, Art ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Foursquare

Jesus Is Coming Back Soon

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 24, 2015

"When you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near." - Luke 21:31

10 Signs That Jesus Is Coming Back Soon 10 Signs That Jesus Is Coming Back Soon "When you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near." - Luke 21:31 No one can tell us with certainty what tomorrow’s weather will be except the one who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:31

Denomination: Foursquare