Sermons on Hypocritical Prayer:

I’m Sick N Tired Of

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 17, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 27: 1 – 12

1 Samuel 27: 1 – 12 I’m sick n tired of 27 And David said in his heart, “Now I shall perish someday by the hand of Saul. There is nothing better for me than that I should speedily escape to the land of the Philistines; and Saul will despair of me, to seek me anymore in any part of Israel. So I ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Crossing The Threshold-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 21, 2018

2 of 4. Amos declared God’s strained relationship with His people. Thus a failed relationship with God evokes His wrath. What specifically does a failed relationship with God evoke(bring about/cause)? A failed relationship with God evokes...

CROSSING The THRESHOLD-II—Amos 1:1-2 Attention: A Threshold is a crossover or transition zone or optimal use zone. Where the upper limit or end of effectiveness is reached. Every house has many thresholds, the front door is placed in the transition zone from indoor to outdoor. Things are very ...read more

Scripture: Amos 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Running Away From God Series

Contributed by Peter Toy on Aug 28, 2018

The beginning of the story of Jonah

The day turned out bright and clear. The captain turned an admiring eye to the trim of his ship following the single main mast up toward the azure sky. His eyes turned downward and he surveyed the dock and saw his crew scurrying to load on cargo, bales of grain from Egypt, spices from Arabia and ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Dwelling Below With Saints We Know Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 28, 2018

When humility prevails relationships excel.

Little Books with a Big Message Dwelling Below with Saints We Know Philemon Pastor Pat Damiani July 29, 2018 ENGAGE You’ve probably heard the little ditty, “To dwell above with the saints we love, O that will be glory! But to dwell below with the saints we know, well, that’s a different ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Bibliology - The Study Of The Bible Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 30, 2018

This message summarizes the theology of the Bible.

Monthly Doctrinal Series -- Bibliology Introduction The first of each month we have dedicated to a particular aspect of what we believe. So far we have reviewed what we believe about God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, Man and our great Salvation. The Old and New Testaments, inerrant as originally ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Eschatology - Study Of The End Times. Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 30, 2018

This message summaries the doctrine of last things.

Eschatology -- THINGS TO COME REVIEW/INTRODUCTION We have given consideration to some basic consideration regarding war. Why is there war? We have war because of the wickedness and selfishness of men. What is God's perspective on war? God makes war and uses war on the basis of three basic ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

An Influential Life Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 10, 2018

Peter's influence on the early church cast a long shadow for good.

Introduction: A. There is a Peanuts cartoon that shows Peppermint Patty talking to Charlie Brown and she says, “Guess what, Chuck? It was just the first day of school, and I got sent to the principal’s office. It was your fault, Chuck.” 1. Charlie Brown responds, “My fault? How could it be my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-16, Acts 9:32-42, Acts 5:1-11, Acts 9:9-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Unshakeable Kingdom

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 14, 2018

Don’t tremble with fear, because you are no longer under the terrifying precepts of God’s Law. Instead, triumph with faith, because you are now under the tremendous promise of God’s grace.

One day, a bus driver was driving along his usual route. He didn't encounter any problems for the first few stops; a few people got on, a few got off, and things went generally well. At one stop, however, a big hulk of a man got on. He was 6' 8" tall, built like a wrestler, and his arms hung down ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Small

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 24, 2018

The Beatitudes inaugurate the Kingdom of God. Jesus teaches about an upside down and backwards kingdom where the greatest are servants and those with the greatest impact are small

Small At the Beginning of the Kingdom of Israel we have a story about how the first king, Saul, got started: 1 Samuel 15 Samuel: “Let me tell you what the Lord said to me last night.” Saul: “Tell me” -So far, this sounds like to Indian gentlemen having a conversation. 17 Samuel said, “Although you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-11

Denomination: *other

The Rewards Of A Servant Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 5, 2016

This sermon lays out the hope of the promised rewards awaiting all of God's servants.

A. One day a professor, a preacher and a professional golfer went deer hunting together. 1. They were all novices, but wanted to try it. 2. They had been out all day and towards dusk they all spotted a 5 point buck at the same time. 3. They each took aim and all three fired a shot at the moving ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:27-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Not All Roads Lead To Heaven

Contributed by Ed Hedding on Apr 6, 2016

Christianity is exclusive but inclusive of anyone who will come to God through faith in Christ

Why All Religions Don’t Lead to Heaven I Corinthians 15:1-19 Scripture Reading I Corinthians 15:1-8 Now I would remind you, brothers,[a] of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, 2 and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

What Jesus Touches, He Changes. Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 24, 2016

His name had been Saul, but that - along with his entire life - was changed when he met Jesus. What changed him and what can we learn from his experience?

OPEN: There is a story about a little girl who proudly wore a shiny cross on a chain around her neck. One day her preacher noticed how proud she seemed to be of her pretty cross, and said to her, “Honey, don't you know that the cross Jesus died on wasn't beautiful like the one you're ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:3-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Training In The Desert Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 2, 2016

This sermon is based on Charles Swindoll's book, Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit, chapter 4. In this sermon, we explore the need to grow deep with God through time spent with God in solitude, silence and service.

A. How many of you saw the movie Castaway staring Tom Hanks? 1. Many people found the movie a little slow and boring because of lack of action and dialog. 2. Tom Hanks plays the part of Chuck Nowland, an executive with FedEx, whose fast-paced work took him on flights all over the world. a. Chuck ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Have...

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 15, 2016

Life Light and Love – 1 John chapter 4 verses 1 to 17 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). We Have a New Nature (vs 1-8). (2). We Have a Unique Saviour (vs 9-11). (3). We Have the Holy Spirit (vs 12-17). SERMON BODY: Ill: • The old preacher had spent 40 years pastoring in the same church; • And he was highly respected in the community. • The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-17

Denomination: Brethren

First Of All, So Then, Therefore

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 17, 2016

May we be encouraged today by the Words of the Apostle Peter: FIRST OF ALL in whatever we do be holy and godly SO THEN we wait in God’s patience so that others may come to know Him THEREFORE be on guard while we wait and remain faithful

“FIRST OF ALL, SO THEN, THEREFORE” 2 PETER 3:1-18 #2Peter3 INTRODUCTION… Letters Back and Forth (p) Written letters can be a powerful tool of communication. I remember when I went to college that a friend of mine and I kept in contact via letters. We both graduated from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ