Sermons on Human Need:

Heavenly Hope And Help

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 19, 2004

Though life may often be filled with problems and trials,the Christian should take courage in the following three biblical truths: I. God Is Our Salvation, II. God Is Our Strength, and III. God Is Our Safety.

HEAVENLY HOPE AND HELP Text: Ps.62: 7, 8 Intro: There is no denying the fact that our world has become an increasingly distressing place to live. The troubles of this old world seem to be without end. With every new day the news media greets us with myriads of tragedies that took place ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 21, 2004

Thefive message in a series on the "I am" statements of Jesus from the book of John.

The Great I Am June 20, 2004 I am the Resurrection and the Life Sunday AM Review: We’ve been studying the self descriptive statements of Jesus from John known as the “I am” discourses. 7 statements Jesus made to help us to realize that He is the great “I am” of the O.T., who has become flesh in ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

"Why Freedom?" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 29, 2004

What does freedom mean for the Christian?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 4, 2004 Why Freedom? Galatians 5:1, 13-25 INTRODUCTION: Today, the 4th of July, our country celebrates its 228th birthday. That’s 228 years of freedom. Freedom from what? Most of us probably don’t think much about it. We take too many things for granted. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-23

Denomination: Methodist

God's Flower Garden

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Sep 10, 2003

Gardens are mentioned often in the Bible, and God has His Garden too. Christians are much like some flowers. Which flower are you like.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Today’s Sermon God’s Flower Garden By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby Our text comes from John 20: 1-16; The first day of the week cometh Mary Magdalene early, when it was yet dark, unto the sepulchre, and seeth the stone taken away from the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Smyrna Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Sep 28, 2003

1. History of Smyrna (Modern day Izmir) 2. The Trials/Tribulations they faced. 3. Worsening Persecution 4. Their reward

September 21, 2003 Title: 7 Churches of Revelation: Smyrna Text: Rev. 2:8-11 Introduction 1. During this series on the 7 Churches of Revelation, there are several things that we want to happen. A. We want to understand that Jesus is walking amongst the lampstands... He is walking amongst ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Stumbling Block Or Salt?

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Sep 28, 2003

The text is for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Common Lectionary Reading for Year B, and looks at Characteristics of a Disciple as in the previous two Sundays.

STUMBLING BLOCK OR SALT? MARK 9:38-50 --by R. David Reynolds Mark’s Gospel has been giving us excellent glimpses into the character of a true disciple of Jesus Christ. As I prayerfully considered our text this morning two points spoke most powerfully to me. Jesus warns us as His disciples ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Methodist

Return Of The King Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 29, 2003

Revelation 19 tells us how Jesus will fulfill His promise: "I am coming soon." But there is more to this passage than meets the eye.

OPEN: At the beginning of WWII, the Philippines were about to fall to the Japanese, and General Douglas MacArthur was ordered by President Roosevelt to evacuate his staff immediately. Before he left, MacArthur made a promise to the Philippine people: “I shall return!” Because of the complexity ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:4-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Local Church - God's Missionary People

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 20, 2003

The DNA of the Local Church is made up of core values, vision and mission. If someone were to walk up to a member of the church and ask: "What is the mission of this church?" What would you answer be?

The Local Church – God’s Missionary People CHURCH SIGNS The best vitamin for a Christian is B1." "Soul food served here." "Tithe if you love Jesus! Anyone can honk!" "Beat the Christmas rush, come to church this Sunday!" "Don’t wait for the hearse to take you to church." "Don’t give up. Moses ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-13, Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

Complacency

Contributed by John Gullick on Oct 21, 2003

A sermon that looks at the serious scriptural warnings against Complacancy in the Christian life.

In matters of faith there are any number of reasons for doing things. Some act out of habit, others expectations or personal desire. Others, decide that there is time enough for such matters of faith - and live as they please preferring to delay considering God rather treating him like a life ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beautiful Feet

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Oct 23, 2003

This sermon shows the feet in the Word of God are often spoken about with a spiritual significance. This sermon further goes on to show the characteristics of having beautiul feet.

“Beautiful Feet” Text: Romans 10:13-15 Intro: The feet in the Word of God are often spoken about with a spiritual significance. For example – In Exodus Chapter 3, the Lord calls out to Moses from the burning bush. Exodus 3:4-5, “And when the LORD saw that he turned aside to see, God called unto ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection - The Real Reason For Hope And Optimism

Contributed by Don Schultz on Mar 27, 2002

What makes you hopeful and optimistic? Only one thing really works, and here it is.

John 20:10-18: THE RESURRECTION: THE REAL REASON FOR HOPE AND OPTIMISM This past week there was a major earthquake in Afghanistan – the death toll is pretty high, and it continues to rise. Earthquakes always mean trouble. But not always. On Easter morning, the Bible tells us that there was an ...read more

Scripture: John 20:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Getting Along With One Another Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 8, 2002

This is the first of four in a series on Ephesians 4. The main theme is the function of the church in the accomplishment of its mission.

Living in the Family of God Drama Getting Along in the Family God’s Doctrinal Statement For years I have resisted the notion of having a “doctrinal statement”. It’s not that we don’t know what we believe or that we don’t want you to know. It’s just that I have a hard time rewriting what God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rapture Problems Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 10, 2002

Is the Rapture what everyone thinks it is, or are there a few things we’ve overlooked.

RAPTURE PROBLEMS TEXT: Matthew 24:30-51 OPEN: How many of you watched or heard about the recent movie "Noah’s Ark" starring Jon Voight? The network that developed it spent a great deal of time promoting the credentials of the actors and writers. They built it up as one of the greatest TV film ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:30-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When You Strike Out Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Apr 16, 2002

An Expository Sermon from Genesis 20:1-19 concerning how God responds to our failures.

Genesis Lesson 42 March 31, 2002 Introduction: Read Genesis 20:1-18 Most of you have heard of Babe Ruth, the famous baseball player who was exceptional at hitting home runs. The crowds would cheer his coming to the plate with great enthusiasm. They would say things like ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be Your Own Worst Enemy At Home Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 23, 2002

First sermon in series on encouragement for the home.

Once upon a time a rat looked through a crack in the wall to see the farmer and his wife opening a package. What food might it contain? He was aghast to discover that it was a rat trap. Retreating to the farmyard the rat proclaimed the warning; "There is a rat trap in the house, a rat trap in ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist