Sermons on Human Insufficiency:

Aliens From Outer Space Or Demons From Hell - Are Ufo’s And Alien Beings In The Bible? A 2-Part Message

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 7, 2021

Many stories in the Bible are attributed to alien/extraterrestrials or alien technology. What does the Bible say?

Part 1 There has been a significant increase in stories in the news media regarding the sighting of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and congressional hearings with alarming eyewitness testimony. The question has arisen: are UFOs manmade holographic projections, or are they Inter-dimensional ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9, 2 Peter 3:10, Romans 8:19-22, Ezekiel 1:22-28, Romans 8:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross: It's Words

Contributed by Leon Hergert on Feb 25, 2002

By looking at the last phrases used by Jesus we get a better grasp of who he was.

The Cross: It’s Words Luke 23:34-43 Thesis: Every person can take a more balanced view of their life by understanding the last phrases of Jesus. Introduction: In his book, No Wonder They Call Him the Savior, Max Lucado tells the story of his dad discovering he had Lou Gehrig’s disease. Dad ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-43, John 19:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit Filled Christ

Contributed by David Anderson on May 4, 2001

The ministry of Christ was accomplished within a partnership with the Holy Spirit.

Sermon: "THE SPIRIT FILLED CHRIST" Anderson Isaiah 42:1-7; Acts 10:34-38; Luke 3:15-22 + + + Three excerpts from each of the lessons for today inform this message. First, from the inspired prophet Isaiah, speaking of the coming Messiah, "I will put my Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-24, Isaiah 42:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Reasons For Believing In God Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004

Learning to connect reason with faith in order to strengthen our faith.

This morning I’m going to begin a series entitled “Faith Has It’s Reasons.” Several months ago…a discussion with the staff encouraged me to do a series of messages addressing the common questions that are posed in regard to knowing God. Purpose of this series is two-fold 1) To help us communicate ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Beginning Of Our Problem Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

An exposition of Genesis 3 and the origin and consequences of sin.

The Beginning of Our Problem Genesis 3 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Something happened. Something big happened! Anyone who has read the Bible recognizes the change. Between the end of Genesis 2 and the beginning of Genesis 4 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Rewrapping Gifts"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 22, 2010

A sermon about the kindness, grace and love of God.

Ephesians 2:1-10 “Rewrapping Gifts” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.com Several years ago, before GPS systems were the norm, I was driving across the country, and among the people I wanted to meet up with was an old high ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

The Dysfunctional Family Of Jesus? Series

Contributed by David Smith on Jan 12, 2010

Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the Feast of the Passover. And when he was twelve years old, they went up according to custom. And when the feast was ended, as they were returning, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents did

For he was our childhood pattern Day by day like us He grew; He was little, weak, and helpless; Tears and smiles like us he knew; ... Christian children all must be Mild, obedient, good as He. (Cecil Frances Alexander, 1848) It’s the first Sunday after Christmas - the ’Feast of the Holy Family’. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-49

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Fourfold Gospel Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 3, 2009

This message is a part of a series that surveys the entire Bible. It is based upon the study guide from an older Chuck Swindoll series. This message surveys Matthew-John.

Why are there four Gospels? They all say the same thing don’t they? All four of the Gospel writers paint a detailed portrait of Jesus, but each writes from a unique perspective. It could be said that if we put all four of the Gospels together, we would have a more complete picture of Jesus. Some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Are More Than Conquerors

Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Sep 17, 2011

In a world torn apart by war, tribulations, famine and hardship, God's love is still constant and visible in the love of Christ. We may have questions about the presence of evil, but that does not equate to a passive God, as He continues to love His own a

Romans 8: 35-38 A time of war is a difficult time. It usually a time when questions are raised, some questions we may find answers to them, others we may never find visible answers, yet it does not mean that there are no answers to those, it may just mean that we are not able to see the answers to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-38

Denomination: Methodist

Man Is Basically Good Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 18, 2009

Thought that might get your attention. The debate about the goodness of man rages, as does the arguments for the existence of God. Paul takes on both in this very hard hitting section.

How can you know you are dying unless someone tells you ‘you have a terminal disease’? How do you know you need to be set free unless someone tells you ‘you are a captive’? How can you tell something is wrong unless someone tells you what is right? That’s the essence of the rest of Romans 1. Before ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"The Creation: The Beginning Of Life”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 7, 2017

1st in the series The Story (contains a quote by John Eldrigh from "Epic"

“The Creation: The Beginning of Life” Life is a story. Bring two people together and they will soon be telling stories. Two men in a fishing boat… well you know how that ends. Look at our fixation with the news. Every morning, every evening billions of people read a paper, turn into the news. ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Storms On The Sea Of Life

Contributed by Damon S Adams on Mar 19, 2016

This message consider how we need to journey through life. The focus in on what to be on guard against and who to look to - Jesus - in order to see you through the ups and downs.

Storms on the Sea of Life Acts 27 Introduction Here we are at the start of a New Year and today I want us to consider how we are going to travel life this year. Sea stories are common – The Sydney to Hobart; ancient literature; Titanic - $1.8 billion US; Moby Dick, etc. The Bible has a few: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Present Suffering And Future Glory

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 19, 2016

"I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us" (Romans 8:18)

PRESENT SUFFERING VERSUS FUTURE GLORY” Romans 8:18-30 Theme: “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us” (8:18) Introduction An attitude of thanksgiving and unspeakable joy is exceptionally difficult to maintain ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Kingdom Of God In Contemporary Society: The Earthly Conflict Between Babylon And The Kingdom

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 9, 2021

It's all around us though we may not see it. It's built into our lives though we don't see more than fading glances of it's reality.

It's all around us though we may not see it. It's built into our lives though we don't see more than fading glances of it's reality. It's torn at us for all our lives, our hearts ache against it, but it remains. It climbs upon our backs, it whispers into our ears of things we ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:5

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Real Virus

Contributed by Michael Collins on Sep 2, 2021

This is a message about what I call, 'The Real Virus,' referring to sin.

One of the most widely-used words perhaps since Jan 2020 would be the word, 'Virus,' (in various languages of course). We’ve had to contend with this virus since then, and we still continue to do so. It’s also one of the main causes for fear, anxiety, grief, loss and so much more. It seems ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:24, Revelation 21:18, Matthew 10:28, Jude 1:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible