Sermons on How To Approach God:

The Parousia Protocols

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 22, 2022

What is the sequence of events that will set in motion at the second coming?

“The Parousia Protocols” Acts 1:1-11 1 The former treatise have I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, 2 Until the day in which he was taken up, after that he through the Holy Ghost had given commandments unto the apostles whom he had chosen: 3 To whom also he shewed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Why We Observe Christmas

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Do not judge or criticize others for an honest, worshipful, loving, and giving attitude about the Christmas holidays.

WHY WE OBSERVE CHRISTMAS TEXT: Romans 14:5-6 INTRODUCTION: Some Christians are touchy, sensitive, and full of objections about Christmas. To you I say (in the words of Scripture): If you regard the day, regard it unto the Lord. If you do not regard the day, then BE SURE YOU ARE CHRISTIAN ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:5-6

Samson's Marvelous Riddle

Contributed by Charles Holt on Nov 3, 2000

Samson’s wedding riddle was born out of conflict teaching important life lessons.

Charles W. Holt email: cholt@gt.rr.com SAMSON’S MARVELOUS RIDDLE Judges 14:1-18 Samson’s quick wit and prankish nature unexpectedly yield a gem of stunning insight. It is a masterpiece of encouragement and hope for times when life gets crazy, seemingly out of control; when one is fighting to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why I Love The Church

Contributed by Dwight Jones on Aug 6, 2005

I love the church because...

Why I love the Church Matthew 16:15-18 (KJV) He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? 16And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. 17And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Bread Of Life

Contributed by Ryan Davis on Sep 24, 2005

A comparison between physical bread and the bread of heaven

THE BREAD OF LIFE John 6:22-35 22. The day following, when the people which stood on the other side of the sea saw that there was none other boat there, save that one whereinto his disciples were entered, and that Jesus went not with his disciples into the boat, but that his disciples were gone ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-35

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Poured Out

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 7, 2004

This is a message calling for a commitment of the variety that Paul spoke of in Romans 12:1,2.

A Life Poured Out 2 Tim 4:1-8 1 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: 2 Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage-- with great patience ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Justice-Week 1 Series

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

Are we really interested in seeing justice done at home and around the world? Do we even understand justice?

Today I am beginning a 3 week series entitled: Do we really want the same things God wants” Matthew 23:23 23 "Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint, dill, and cummin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faith. It is these you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Sins That Reduce Us To A Shameful Silence

Contributed by Martin Albanese on May 15, 2003

Which one of us is the greatest? A look at Ambition, Jealousy, and Hostility in our lives

Sins That Reduce Us To A Shameful Silence (Sermon notes take from a book called Yes, Lord, I Have Sinned: But I Have Several Excellent by James W. Moore.) Let me start out by asking you all a question tonight! • Have you ever been reduced to embarrassed silence? o the kind that comes for a sense ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-37

Denomination: Christian Church

When Grace Battles Legalism -- Grace Wins Every Time

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jul 4, 2003

Jesus Christ is the Lord of Liberty. Whatever your bondage is, He can set you free. He takes your slavery and exchanges it for freedom

When Grace battles Legalism .. Grace wins every time! Galatians 2:1-21 Intro: Join me tonight in Galatians chapter two where Paul continues his defense of grace! Just put it down somewhere: Jesus Christ is the Lord of Liberty! He sets the prisoner free! And I don’t know what has you in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Love?

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on May 18, 2004

What is the real meaning of love?

What Is Love? 1. Produce by Faith (v2) And if I have the gift I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. „à Now Paul goes on his third point about faith. Even if the person¡¦s faith has the power so as to remove mountains (referring to trusting God to do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Babylon, Nineveh, Eden And Life As We Know It.

Contributed by Harold Rose on Mar 3, 2003

All of the present day news concerning Iraq points to the place where civilization began. It could well be the place where it ends.

BABYLON, NINEVEH, EDEN AND HISTORY AS WE KNOW IT. About all we hear when we tune into the daily news concerns “The War with Iraq.” Will we go to war” Or will we not? The issue is front page news on every newspaper in the world – it is the lead story on every news program on TV – As I was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Easter 2007

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 1, 2007

The Resurrection gives us hope for life after death, and for new life right now.

Easter 2007 [Glen Presley poem] Matthew 28:1-10 On Friday Benjamin drew this picture of the cross with the devil saying “I can’t believe I won!” God says, “no you didn’t.” and the devil says “aw man!” What looks like a defeat for Jesus is not a defeat. By going to the cross, paying ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: *other

Threats To Spiritual Vitality & Victory

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

Satan uses extreme measures for those closest to the Lord.

“THREATS TO SPIRITUAL VITALITY & VICTORY” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 18:10-27 The observable threats are extremely lethal because they are drawn from one who was extremely close to the Lord. Satan uses extreme measures for those closest to the Lord. The warning of ...read more

Scripture: John 18:10-27

Light The Candle: Jesus Has Come

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 24, 2008

For Christmas Eve, just prior to the lighting of the Christ Candle. When we take our light from the Light of the World, we will be changed and we will leave traces of that change behind us.

One of the world’s great natural wonders is Mammoth Cave, in my home state of Kentucky. In Mammoth Cave there are more than 300 miles of caverns, there are mineral deposits that supplied the American army during the War of 1812, there are fish that have no eyes and need no eyes since they live ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-79

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time To Get Out Of The Boat!

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 31, 2011

Jesus wants us to get out of the boat (our comfort zones) and walk on the water (extreme discipleship). This message also includes a report of our recent Costa Rica Mission Trip.

IT’S TIME TO GET OUT OF THE BOAT! OPENING TEXT: Jesus said: “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.” (Mark 16:15). • The past nine days, we did that with a team we took to Costa Rica. COSTA RICA SLIDE SHOW: • The trip was all about being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: *other