Sermons about Human Understanding

Antichrist

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 13, 2001

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Who, according to Scripture, is the antichrist? Instead of being a coming evil dictator, the Bible says the Antichrist was and is anyone who denies the incarnation and humanity of Christ Jesus!

Many, today, teach that we are to expect the appearance of an individual, the embodiment of evil, who will rule the world and be the ultimate persecutor of the true Christian Faith and those who continue to adhere to it. They identify this person as the coming ’Antichrist’. The trouble with this ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:7-8, 1 John 2:18-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Friends Help Us To Maintain Joy.” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 25, 2004

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Sixth in a series on "Restoring the Joy" a study on the book of Philippians. Paul reminds us the friends help in the difficulties of life, by telling of how Timothy and Epaphroditus were a blessing in his life.

Restoring the Joy Sermon # 6 “Friends Help Us to Maintain Joy.” Philippians 2:19-30 “A youth minister was attending a Special Olympics meet where handicapped children competed with tremendous dedication and enthusiasm. One event ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Birth Of Our King Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 18, 2004

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When Jesus came into the Word, His birth was not an ordianry birth, but a very unique birth. We will examine what was so special about His birth

“The Birth of our King” Introduction: I heard of a man reading the story of Jesus’ birth to some day-care children one morning. As usual he stopped to see if they understood. "What do we call the three wise men?" he asked. "The three maggots," replied a bright 5-year-old. "What gift did the Magi ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus, The Perfect Man Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 17, 2002

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By becoming a man: 1. Jesus identified with humanity. 2. Jesus dignified humanity. 3. Jesus delivered humanity.

We have a lot of ideas of what the perfect man should be. If you buy a copy of Alpha Male you will see that some people think it is the man who obtains the perfect body by spending countless hours in the gym getting ripped. In the corporate world the perfect man might be someone like Robert ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Everything New Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 2, 2008

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Christmas sermon. The promise that God is making everything new is highlighted by the arrival of His Son to earth

Global Warming. They tell us we’re all doomed. They tell us that we’re destroying the planet. They tell us that the ice caps are going to melt, there are going to be terrible storms, polar bears will go extinct, and that poison ivy is going to grow bigger and more toxic. They also tell us that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Jesus Meets The World Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 17, 2007

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Learn more about the most influential man in history from the most infulential book in history

Based on a Sermon Preached by Adrian Warnock on 6th October 2002 at Jubilee Church QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION Ice breaker What is your name and what person in history other than Jesus do you most admire? Questions? IS Jesus really the most influential man in history? What kind of person ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Born Of The Virgin Mary Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 8, 2004

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This sermon looks at the Virgin Birth of Jesus by examining the biblical statements, our Confessional Statement, the attacks, and the importance of the Virgin Birth of Jesus.

Today is the third Sunday of Advent. This is the third in a series of Advent messages on “The Marvel of Christmas.” My sermon is titled “Born of the Virgin Mary.” Let us read Matthew 1:18-25: "18 This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A God Who Camps With Us

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 8, 2003

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Sermon focuses on John 1:14, using the translations the word became flesh and "tabernacled" or "set up camp" with us. (Good for use in a camping setting or a location where many hearers are familiar with camping.)

Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. How many of you would call yourselves “campers”? Yes, several of our members disappear for varied weekends throughout the summer to spend time at a campsite. But let me get more specific here. How many ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, John 1:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

God And Sinners Reconciled

Contributed by Ruth Hind on Dec 26, 2007

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A Christmas sermon asking whether the audience will take up God’s offer of reconciliation

There was once a woman who hated Christmas.Many years ago she’d fallen out with her daughter who had left slamming the door behind her and saying she wanted nothing more to do with her mother. The woman had never seen her since. Every Christmas the woman nursed a secret hope that this would be ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

If

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 23, 2007

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In this sermon the 3 temptations of Christ Jesus and His response to them are compared to ways in which we are tempted today.

If - Luke 4: 1 - 13 Intro: Martha needed a new dress to wear to church on Easter Sunday. She and Craig, her husband, went to the mall and as Martha was looking over the selection of dresses, Craig happened to notice a beautiful, shapely, young lady as she walked by in a rather snug fitting, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Spiritual Renewal

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jun 1, 2003

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We all need spiritual renewal from time to time. Where does it come from?

My text this morning comes from the book of Isaiah, chapter forty, verses 28 through 31: "Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. He gives strength to the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Quitting Is Not An Option - Part #1

Contributed by Ric Freeman on Jul 14, 2003

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Satan can’t win unless we quit

Why Quiting Is Not An Option - part #1 July 13, 2003 AM Matthew 14:22-26 Mark 4:36-39 This morning I want to deal with the spiritual implications of quiting -- Or giving up in times of difficulty. Tonight I want to look at the everyday realities of what happens when we quit -- But this morning ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-39, Matthew 14:22-26

Denomination: Charismatic

Finding Purpose In Your Trials

Contributed by Raymond Dix Jr. on Jan 20, 2002

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This message is designed to demonstrate that there is purpose in the trials God allows us to endure.

2 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, 3 knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. 4 But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. Introduction – One of the most difficult questions at times like this is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

He's Been There

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 3, 2001

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A message focusing on the fact that Christ can relate to our sufferings here on earth.

He’s Been There Hebrews 2:5-18 I. Introduction Back in 1990, the president of a large Christian organization received the news that his only son had been murdered in his taxicab in Denver, CO. One observer at the funeral reflected on the point that Someone else’s Son had been murdered, and that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-18, Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

From Riches To Rags

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Dec 1, 2006

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Jesus left His glorious position and endured humilation so that He might make us rich beyond measure.

FROM RICHES TO RAGS II Corinthians 8:9 “FROM RAGS TO RICHES.” That’s a common American expression, isn’t it? We know what it means---someone began life in virtual poverty and grew to become wealthy and/or successful. They did on their own. They did it through sheer determination, industry ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Wesleyan

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