Sermons on Illusion Of Life:

Life Is Not Fair Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 29, 2003

Life seems unfair to the disappointed, the cheated, the cynical. It was unfair to compel Simon to carry the cross -- injustice piled on. But God uses injustice to stir His people to action, to help us get beyond mere survival, to give us to one another.

Life is not fair. It just isn’t. The playwright MacLeish has his character “J.B.” scream out something we are all afraid to say, but it might be true: “If God is God, He is not good; if God is good, He is not God.” What an awesome thing to think, let alone speak! “If God is God, He is not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

His Life Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003

Jesus came to reveal God to us. He was gentle and kind, and yet there were some things that really set Him off! At the same time, He loved a good party and was constantly looking to bring healing to lives of people. He is the revealer, the confronter,

The Case For Christ: His Life Rev. Brian Bill 4/1/01 It’s still early but has anyone already been a victim of an April Fool’s joke? Some of you have been if you forgot to turn your clocks ahead last night! The history of April Fool’s Day is fascinating. In the 16th Century, the New Year was ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Life In Christ

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002

In Christ we have resurrection life, eternal life, and the abundant life.

Life in Christ Reading: John 5:19-24 Intro: John 11:1 -This is the story of the raising of Lazarus -Review Story -Jesus asked, “do you believe this?” -I am asking you today…do you believe this? Jesus gives us life I. Jesus gives us Resurrection life. A. In our sin we were ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44, Ephesians 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Watchful Life Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 2, 2002

The price of a successful family life is a watchful eye over the essentials.

August 11, 2002 My daughter, Jennifer, sent me the story of a king in Africa who had a close friend with whom he grew up. The friend had a habit of looking at every situation that ever occurred in his life (positive or negative) and remarking, "This is good!" One day the king and his friend were ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 7:1-73

Denomination: United Methodist

Interpreting Life

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 19, 2002

When tempted to ask "why" to God, remember to interpret life in light of some things that you already know to be true just as Joseph did.

November 7, 1999 Genesis 40 ¡§Interpreting Life¡¨ Key verse: ¡§Do not interpretations belong to God?¡¨ Genesis 40:8 INTRODUCTION Yesterday afternoon, our family went up to the mall for a little while, and I was very surprised to see that the Christmas decorations were already up. People ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Journey Of Life

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 19, 2002

Certain things either help or hinder our spiritual journey through life.

The Journey of Life Heb. 12:1-3 INTRO.- ILL.- Two preachers were having lunch at a farm during a certain anniversary celebration. The farmer’s wife had fried several chickens and told her family they could have what was left after everyone had gone home. But it was not to be. Those hungry ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life In The Word Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 23, 2002

There is life in God’s word.

Introduction A. The Barna research group did a survey that shows that only 18% of "Born-Again" Christians read the Bible everyday. Even worse, only 23% read it at all (Whitney, 32). B. We cannot grow as Christians without a daily dose of God’s word. Paul gives us five reasons why we should read ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

Life On The Rock

Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 8, 2002

A look at Peter’s doctrinal exposition on the person and the work of Christ in the life of a believer.

Introduction: My visit to the Rock (Alcatraz)contra THE ROCK CHRIST JESUS. READ SCRIPTURE/PRAY I. Build your faith upon the cornerstone of the Church – The Lord Jesus Christ (v. 4, 6) A. It’s a supernatural stone 1. It’s not about buildings for God B. It’s a select stone (v. 4) 1. Stone is not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Life In The Weeds

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jul 18, 2002

In an unclear world, Jesus makes things very clear about the fate of weeds and wheat.

LIFE IN THE WEEDS Matthew 13:24-43 It’s important for things to be clear. If I were to say to you, and to anyone who might be interested in attending services at Beautiful Savior – we’re meeting at a hotel. Which hotel? Well, it’s around the interstate. Which interstate? Well, the one that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Lutheran

A Life In Tune

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jul 30, 2002

The best score for life is God’s commands.

Last week I commented that you sounded wonderful as you sang and how I wish that all of us present this morning could have heard the children sing this past week at VBS. One of the songs we sang last week however gave us a bit of a challenge. It was pitched a bit high. With our digital keyboard we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:54

Denomination: Church Of God

Book Of Life

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Jan 22, 2001

Let’s consider a book written in Heaven.

Book of Life There is no end to book writing and making books. Each one is written to offer some insight, to give some new direction, or to reaffirm some old. But God says there is nothing new under the sum. Ecc 1:9 "The thing that hath been, it is that which shall be; and that which shall ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:18-20, Ecclesiastes 12:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life In The Spirit

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 25, 2001

The Fruit of the Spirit is the sign of godly living

Life in the Spirit Galatians 5:16-26 April 19, 1998 Morning Service I. The Command A. Walk by the Spirit 1. Walking as a way of Life: Continual and regular action, not an option, implies progress, lead from where we are to where we ought to be, submission to the Spirit - direction to where God ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Church Of God

Life And Light

Contributed by Gary Bennett on Feb 24, 2003

How do we live "in the light"? We live in the light by renouncing sin as our way of life; by confessing our sin to God; and by believing and trusting our God who is faithful and just.

LIGHT AND DARK - A STUDY OF CONTRAST Do you know what’s significant about tomorrow? No. It’s not my birthday. Tomorrow is the winter solstice. Tomorrow is the day that has the least number of hours of daylight of any day this year! It’s enough to make you want to stay in bed. When you stop and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Certainty Of Life

Contributed by Eugene Andrus on Feb 27, 2003

Through the journey of Elijah, we see our journey into heaven.

Sermon: 2Kings 2 :1-12a When the LORD was about to take Elijah up to heaven in a whirlwind, Elijah and Elisha were on their way from Gilgal. … So the two of them walked on. 7Fifty men of the company of the prophets went and stood at a distance, facing the place where Elijah and Elisha had stopped ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

A Life Of Service

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 7, 2003

Death of Mr. Rogers reminds us that service with a Christ-like humble attitude always wins in a world of putdowns!

A Life of service Philippians 2:19-30 One night a teenage girl brought her new boyfriend home to meet her parents. They were just appalled at his appearance- leather jacket, motorcycle boots, tattoos, pierced nose and ears. Later, the parents pulled their daughter aside and confessed their ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free