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Make Room For Him Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004

This is a Christmas sermon.

Thousands of sermons on this most familiar passage have been preached. We know it well. Linus quotes it in Charlie Brown’s Christmas special. Read Luke 2:1-20. Jesus entered life in the shadow of a “No Vacancy” sign and not much has changed in our world. We often deride the unnamed innkeeper. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Comforting Report - Message 2 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Mar 18, 2004

Paul rejoices when Timothy comes back with a Comforting report concerning the Thessalonians in message 2 of 3 from this chapter.

Steadfastness and the Second Coming 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13 “A Comforting Report” 1 Thessalonians 3:6-10 I. A CONCERNED Apostle. (vv. 1-5) II. A COMFORTING Report. (vv. 6-10) Isaiah 52:7; 2 Corinthians 7:5-7 1. The REPORT of Timothy. (v. 6) Proverbs 25:25; 1 Corinthians 13:13; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

"What Must I Do..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 2, 2004

Can you remember back when you gave your heat to Jesus? Exciting time wasn’t it! But, have you given any thought to the events that led up to that moment? Didn’t think so. Everyone upon careful examination could discover the wonderful events that led up

Introduction I. illus. I remember the wonderful answer I got from a close friend when I asked her, "How did you get saved.." and her answer was, "Like everyone else..." How true, everyone does "get saved" in the same way, through Jesus Christ! A. However, you will have to agree that we all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:30

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose Of Ministry

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 3, 2004

A Wednesday Evening Outline, looking at Why we serve ..... "Often we forget the why of ministry. We work on refining the “hows” of ministry, yet neglect and sometimes forget why we are doing ministry. Paul, in his closing remarks wants to remind us of

THE PURPOSE OF MINISTRY Romans 15:14-22 INTRODUCTION: In these few verses, as Paul is in the midst of the farewell portion of his letter, he takes time to lay out the function of ministry. Often we forget the why of ministry. We work on refining the “hows” of ministry, yet neglect and sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

America's Greatest Tragedy Pt. 1 By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 22, 2004

Since 911 we all have become sensitive to the tragedy our nation felt. This terrible series of events have made us all aware of an even greater tragedy and it’s being felt by the Church!

Introduction It was as if it was yesterday. I walked into the Church buildging and our Senior Adult Ministry was meeting that morning and as I opened the door, the Church Adminstrative Secretary said, "Pastor, a plane has hit one of the Trade Center’s towers..." And you know the rest of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

God Is A Consuming Fire Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jan 13, 2004

As seekers of God, we should want to know about all the aspects of His nature. We often study about His love and sympathy for his children realizing that on this earth we will never fully understand God. Yet any understanding of Him must also include th

Hebrews 12:18-29 INTRODUCTION As seekers of God, we should want to know about all the aspects of His nature. We often study about His love and sympathy for his children realizing that on this earth we will never fully understand God. Yet any understanding of Him must also include the teaching of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Simple Promises For Life' Storms Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Apr 30, 2005

Third sermon in a series that looks at dealing with life’s storms from a biblical perspective.

Simple Promises for Life’s Storms John 6:15-21 I. We are Governed By His Providence “Immediately Jesus made His disciples get into the boat and go to the other side before Him…” – Matt. 14:22 A. Our storms are never incidental B. Our storms never surprise our Lord II. We Have the Potential to ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Whited Sepulchers..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Oct 19, 2004

Never believe anybody who says their horse doesn’t kick and the same goes for those who say "I’m a Christian..." not all are. Let’s examine just what a Christian really is!

Introduction Once everything and everyone, especially the guests, were at the table Jacob’s mom asked him to say the blessing and he replied, "I don’t know what to say..." Mom sweetly replied in front the guests, "Then just say what I always say..." Immediately he prayed, "Oh Lord why did I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

A Matter Of Time

Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 29, 2004

Crises have their advantages. They focus our attention on things we tend to take for granted. Like oil. Now we realize there is no illimitable supply. And how much of it we waste. It’s the same with time.

I defeated the Austrians because they never learned the value of Five Minutes-Napoleon (SermonCentral.com) --------------------------------------------------- Crises have their advantages. They focus our attention on things we tend to take for granted. Like oil. Now we realize there is no ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hanging Out With Sinners

Contributed by William Rushing on Jul 29, 2002

This sermons shows the way Jesus ministered to Zaccheaus. Jesus Came to Him, Called to Him, Convicted Him, and Created Him.

I. Introduction a. Jesus was a people person. b. The type of Ministry Jesus wants is a people centered ministry. c. Four things Jesus did for Zacchaeus. II. Jesus Came to Him (4) a. John 1:14 – The Word became Flesh and Dwelt among us. b. Zacchaeus was looking for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Rest In The Lord

Contributed by Sam Martin on Aug 7, 2002

In our lives we often allow those who are not doing right to affect us. We look at what they are doing and we allow if to affect us in our lives. What we need to do is get our eyes off those that are not doing right and trust in the Lord and put our del

Text: Psalm 37:1-7 Introduction: In our lives we often allow those who are not doing right to affect us. We look at what they are doing and we allow if to affect us in our lives. What we need to do is get our eyes off those that are not doing right and trust in the Lord and put our delight in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Consecrated To Christ - Part 3 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 22, 2003

David then addresses our need to be Consecrated to Christ in verse 3 of this Psalm as we mature in our Christian walk.

“The Model for the Christian Life” Psalm 23:1-6 (3 of 6) 1. The CHRISTIAN Relationship (v.1) 2. COMMITMENT to Discipleship (v. 2) 3. CONSECRATED to Christ (v. 3) Luke 22:31-32; Revelation 3:19; Hebrews 12:1-2; 1 Corinthians 11:1; Ephesians 4:1; Colossians 1:9-12; 1 John 3:3; Psalm 79:9; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Baptist

How To React When Tragedy Strikes Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Dec 25, 2000

TRAGEDY STRIKES ALL OF US AT SOME POINT. NEHEMIAH SHOWS US HOW TO REACT CONSTRUCTIVELY TO IT.

Intro: When tragedy strikes, some react by getting bitter, blaming God, withdrawing, and never working through a constructive reaction. Nehemiah shows us how to react positively and constructively to tragedy. His tragedy was that his homeland had been devistated, the wall of Jerusalem had been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Dec 25, 2000

Reconciliation between man and God is necessary in order to have reconciliation between man and his fellow man.

Intro: We hear a lot about the need for reconciliation. Believers should re-visit this matter, and being believers, we should practice this at home, at the workplace, in our neighborhoods, in our churches and anywhere we are placed in this world. God began the matter of reconciliation. Let us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:20

Denomination: Baptist

Help! Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

HURRY UP AND RESCUE ME!

BIG IDEA: HURRY UP AND RESCUE ME! (cf. Psalm 40:13-17 – minor variations) I. (:1) HURRY UP AND RESCUE ME! A. Hurry Up Keyword = "Hasten" Often God does not seem to move quickly enough for us B. Rescue Me Deliver me Help me II. (:2-3) TURN THE TABLES ON THE BAD GUYS = those who are out to get ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 70:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible