Sermons on Illusion: showing 916-930 of 2,385

Suffering Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 27, 2011

Is there an aswer to the cause of suffering? The worlds philosophys either deny the reality of suffering or say it must be dealt with until the release of death. The Christian worldview provides neither denial of evil nor disability in dealing with its

Intro: There are supposedly more Christians in the world today than ever before. There are more churches, Christian organizations, and ministries. Is our world the better for it? Morally, spiritually, socially it seems every place you turn the world is getting worse. Libya, Egypt, the Middle ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

Habits Of Heavens Heroes Series

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Mar 21, 2011

We can learn from God's people.

The Habits of Heavens Heroes - Joseph Rom 15:4 For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience [ cheerful / hopeful endurance] and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope. [Confident expectation] Habit - A recurrent, often unconscious ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

His Presence Provides Hope Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Aug 15, 2010

A look at God's wrath... as seen in the Old Testament,... yet... not in the nromal manner

Concordia Lutheran Church Pentecost 13 August 15, 2010 His Presence Provides Hope Jeremiah 23:16-29 † IN JESUS NAME † 20 …may the God of peace— who brought up from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great Shepherd of the sheep, and ratified an eternal covenant with his blood— 21 ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:16-29

Denomination: Lutheran

"A Big Sigh Of Relief"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 20, 2010

Religion that focuses only on the details of things you’re allowed or not allowed to touch or eat is dealing with worldly and perishable things. God is much bigger than that!

Colossians 2:6-23 “A Big Sigh of Relief” As Christians, it seems like we are always trying to add more stuff... …rules, regulations, don’t do this, don’t say that… “…you gotta have this, you gotta have that…” But in our Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Who Has Wisdom? - Job Chapter Twelve Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 26, 2007

This is a study into Job chapter twelve.

Who Has Wisdom? - Chapter #12 Job 12:1-25 Job speaks again. Zophar has concluded his remarks – so it is Job’s turn to answer. 1 Then Job answered and said: 2 "No doubt you are the people, And wisdom will die with you! 3 But I have understanding as well as you; I am not inferior to you. Indeed, ...read more

Scripture: Job 12:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I'm Not Who I Use To Be .... I've Been Change

Contributed by Levi Wright on Jun 16, 2007

This sermon is about how your mind and whole life change when Jesus Christ becomes your personal Savior.

Banner of Praise Ministries Rev. Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Pastor & Founder New Year Sermon 2007 "I’m Not Who I Use To Be .... I’ve Been Change" 2 Corinthians 5:17 "Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature; old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new." ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, 2 Corinthians 5:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Far Can You Carry Your Wife?

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jun 18, 2007

On this Father’s Day, how far can husbands carry their wives’ interests first and foremost in their hearts?

How Far Can You Carry Your Wife? Ephesians 5:25-33 June 17, 2007 As I begin the message this morning, I need to come clean with you. I need to be up front and honest. I read in a preaching journal this week about Brian Gray, a pastor in Denver Colorado, who suggested that the Father’s Day ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

Denomination: Methodist

Sown Any Good Seed Lately?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 12, 2009

Through the prophet Hosea, God said that it is time for us to start sowing good seeds that will be honoring to Him. There are four universal principles to sowing.

SOWN ANY GOOD SEED LATELY HOSEA 10:12 Introduction: Every day seeds in our lives, church and community are being sown. Some of these seeds are bad; some are good. Through the prophet Hosea, God said that it is time for us to start sowing good seeds that will be honoring to Him. There are four ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:12

Denomination: Baptist

Be Still And Know

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Feb 20, 2009

Even as Christians, we can find ourselves struggling against God at times. We need to stop and consider. It is far better to travel with the current than against it.

Be Still and Know Griffith Baptist Church – 2/22/09 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 46 Key verse: Psalms 46:10 - Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. Premise: Even as Christians, we can find ourselves struggling against God at times. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Wounds Endure (A Sermon On John 20:19-29)

Contributed by David Smith on Oct 27, 2007

There is a mystery in the suffering of Jesus - we know that. His wounds are special, because they are Godxs wounds for us! We know that Jesusx wounds are deeply tied to His

We’re in John Chapter 20 today - revisiting the story of ’doubting Thomas’. This is a familiar story. We have it read to us in church every year, though I’m not entirely sure why that is. As most of you probably know, we in the Anglican church work on a three year lectionary, which means that we ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

One On One With Jesus In Mark Part 1 Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 27, 2007

Let’s open up the world of Mark and walk in to see the one he’s proclaiming! Jesus will surprise us if we honestly look at him and listen to him.

Present Mark 1-3 dramatically, by memory if possible. First Encounter with Jesus I’ve been spending time with the Lord in Mark’s gospel this week and I can’t wait to tell you what he has shown me. But let me warn you up front, it hasn’t been easy. We’ve been in a hurry. I’ve never seen such ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One On One With Jesus In Mark Part 2 Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 27, 2007

Listen... What do you hear? Would you like to hear Jesus speaking? You can, you know. He’s still speaking to us, and his words are still the same. Come hear him with me in Mark.

Present Mark 1-3 dramatically, by memory if possible. Our First Encounter with Jesus I’ve been spending time with the Lord in Mark’s gospel this week and I can’t wait to tell you what he has shown me. But let me warn you up front, it hasn’t been easy. We’ve been in a hurry. I’ve never seen ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wounds Endure (A Sermon On John 20:19-29)

Contributed by David Smith on Oct 30, 2007

There is a mystery in the suffering of Jesus - we know that. His wounds are special, because they are Godxs wounds for us! We know that Jesusx wounds are deeply tied to His ...

We’re in John Chapter 20 today - revisiting the story of ’doubting Thomas’. This is a familiar story. We have it read to us in church every year, though I’m not entirely sure why that is. As most of you probably know, we in the Anglican church work on a three year lectionary, which means that we ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Overcoming Sin

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 20, 2007

Sin is nothing to play with. It has the strength to defeat you if you get too close to it with excessive confidence in your own strength.

Sin John 8:34 Sin is more than wrong doing; it is wrong being, Sin is nothing to play with. It has the strength to defeat you if you get too close to it with excessive confidence in your own strength. A well-to-do man advertised for a chauffeur. Three applicants came. His first question ...read more

Scripture: John 8:34

Denomination: Church Of God

I Want To Be "Wow"Ed! Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Nov 28, 2007

A series exploring the God given desires of our heart. Inspired by "The Seven Longings of the Human Heart" by Mike Bickle.

(YouTube Video of "Quick Change" Artists from America’s Got Talent) How cool is that? The first time I saw that couple perform was live at a UK basketball game halftime and I was blown away! I absolutely love that kind of stuff. The kind of thing that you watch, and your mouth drop opens, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Wesleyan