Sermons on Hose:

Martin Luther King: A Prophet To America

Contributed by Harold Miller on Dec 15, 2000

Though a flawed man, King inspired change in an entire nation through moral and spiritual appeal

"M L King: A Prophet to America" Haggai 1:1-4,12-15 2:1-9 [sermon notes. 1/94. Harold Miller, Corning NY] going to look at a prophet --from God-- to America. but first want us look (briefly) at prophet God sent to Isr . turn to Haggai 1 "1:1" when is this? who are these persons? 600 yrs ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

The Causes Of Spiritual Apathy Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Feb 7, 2001

Identifying the causes of Spiritual apathy in Haggai’s day and in our own.

Studies in The Book of Haggai Study 2 The Causes and Consequences of Spiritual Apathy Introduction Last week we began to study together one of the less familiar books of the Bible, Haggai, one of the minor prophets. We saw that Haggai ministered to the people who had returned to Jerusalem after ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:2-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Perfecting Processes

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Feb 8, 2001

God knows why people do what they do and how to change them.

Gods Perfecting Process or How to Profit from Your Problems James 1:1-8 Murphy’s laws: * “Nothing is as easy as it looks; everything takes longer than you think; if anything can go wrong it will.” * “A day without a crisis is a total loss.” * “The chance of the bread falling with the peanut ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Surprising Appearance Series

Contributed by Lynell Friesen on May 24, 2001

Isaiah predicts the arrival of the Servant of Yahweh as a surprise. What does that mean to us?

A friend told me about being in a boat hunting Canadian Geese in the dead of winter on a freezing lake. Bone cold the three of them in a 16-foot aluminum boat hold out for a few more minutes of light and the last chance at a goose. Sure enough their patience is rewarded. Overhead they hear a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Holy Hospitality

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Aug 28, 2002

Titus 1:8

HOLY HOSPITALITY TITUS 1:8 PART 1 There is a story of a pastor who made it a habit of being hospitable and visiting his church members on Saturday morning. He came upon one house were it was obvious that someone was home. Lights we on, the car sat in the drive way. The pastor knocked ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:8

Denomination: Bible Church

Where To Find The Power You Need

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 1, 2002

Where can we get the spiritual resources to deal effectively with the challenges of life?

(Note: the title of this message was borrowed from Rick Warren; however, the sermon itself is original) This morning, we’re continuing our series on "How God Meets Your Deepest Needs," and today’s message is entitled, "Where To Get The Power You Need." Do you need power? Sure you do. So do I. And ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:11

Denomination: Baptist

'tis The Season

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 1, 2001

’Tis the season to live and give, to reach and teach.

‘ TIS THE SEASON Eccl. 3:1-8 INTRO.- ILL.- Someone described the seven ages of man in these ways: spills, drills, thrills, bills, ills, pills, wills. Spills - infancy. Drills - childhood. We get drilled about doing this and that. Thrills - Teen years perhaps. I’m not sure they are all that ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Strong Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Oct 30, 2002

Living on another level requires us to recognize that what we see is not the only reality. We must recognize that there is not only the natural, but the supernatural, and we survive in both realms by being strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.

Be Strong! Ephesians 6:10-20 Pastor Jim Luthy I received an e-mail the other day with the subject reading "How did we ever survive?" I don’t know who authored it. Looking back, it’s hard to believe that we have lived as long as we have. As children, we would ride in cars with no seat belts or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, Deuteronomy 20:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pray Without Ceasing

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 1, 2003

A sermon on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. Focused on pray without ceasing, or pray continually.

Pray continually; pray without ceasing Introduction: A. My name is…. B. When I was asked to go to Mount Airy Church of Christ’s Wednesday night program and give devotion, I approached it like I was not going to get the position. In the past I had been to many interviews at churches and so I was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

There Goes My Life

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Dec 17, 2003

Ever felt like the song by Kenny Chesney, "There Goes My Life?" This sermon explores three different scenes in the life of Jesus where he brings hope for the past, the present and the future.

Title: There Goes My Life 12/21/03 Text: Mt. 1:18-25, Jn. 19:25-27 and Mt. 3:16-17, Jn. 3:16 A.M. Service Purpose: A Christmas sermon dealing with the aspect that there may come moments in life where we think we’ve thrown it all away. How does the Christmas story restore hope to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, John 19:25-27

Denomination: Nazarene

Born Again

Contributed by James May on Sep 10, 2003

Nicodemus’ encounter with Jesus gives us our hope of being a part of the Kingdom of God. We must be Born Again. What does that mean?

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, Matthew 12:43-45

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forever Living In A Whatever World

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

Living a life that contrasts with the cynicism and darkness of the surrounding culture.

Forever Living in a Whatever World Philippians 1:27-28; 2:12-16; 3:20-21; 4:11-13 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Whatever! That’s one of those little “young people’s” words that exists for one purpose and one purpose only—to drive ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Revelation To Laodicia - The Church That Makes God Sick Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

The Letter to Laodicia - about what makes God sick - a lack of commitment

The Revelation to Laodicea Have you ever been sea sick – you know, just continually wreaching – not for the skys, but yeh, I won’t go into it any more. At least you have to look on the bright side - you are the fish’s best friend. No it is not very fun at all being sick. Not fun at all. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Me

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on May 18, 2003

This sermon is about forgiving our enemies so that we can truly experience love.

"Forgive Me!" by Rev. A. LaMar Torrence, Pastor of the Cross of Life Lutheran Church Luke 6:27-38, John 15:12, 1 John 4:7-21 Once again I find the words of Maya Angelou appropriately for my initial response to today’s divine edict of loving our enemies. In her poem, “Lord in my heart”, she ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38, 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Third Day He Rose Again From The Dead Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 20, 2004

This sermon suggests seven consequences if the resurrection of the dead is false. But, because the resurrection of the dead is true, we have hope!

Introduction As we continue our series in The Apostles’ Creed I would like to examine today what it means that Jesus rose from the dead on the third day. Please listen as I recite the Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:13-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed