Sermons on Impersonal:

The Next Best Thing Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 19, 2007

This sermon series asks the question - Do we really look like Jesus? Are we disciples or are we just tagging along? Are we becoming imitators of God?

The Next Best Thing Eight Secrets to Imitating Christ Pt 2 Ephesians 5 Last week we began this series looking at Paul’s challenge to the church to be Imitators of Christ. The question that we posed last week and will continue to pose during this series is “Are you the next best thing to Jesus in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-33

Denomination: *other

God Is Dad!

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 4, 2007

God is Dad! The Bible declares that the Father’s passionate rejoicing over His children echoes throughout the heavenlies.

How do people imagine God to be when they pray? Is He far from them or is He near? Is He powerful or passive? Is He disgusted with them or in love with them? Is He a mean old man, or a kindly grandpa-type, or neither? Is He listening? Does He care for them? Can He help them? What a person believes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is Dad!

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 6, 2007

The Great, Almighty God, the infinite Creator of the universe, takes great delight and unsurpassed joy from our relationship with Him.

How do you think people imagine God to be? Is He far or near? Is He powerful or passive? Is He disgusted with them or in love with them? Is He a mean old man? Is He a kindly grandpa-type? Is He listening? Does He care for people individually? Can He really help? During the late 1960’s and through ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Three-Legged Stool

Contributed by John Beehler on May 27, 2002

Whether we understand the Trinity or not, God bellieves in us.

A Three-Legged Stool You may have heard the story about a little girl in Sunday school drawing with all her crayons. Her teacher asked her what she was drawing. “I’m drawing a picture of God,” the little girl responded. “But nobody knows what God looks like,” her teacher ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26, Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Love Is The Theme Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2002

14th in First John Series

LOVE IS THE THEME 1 John 4:7-16 INTRO: There was a great theologian who came to the USA from England and was being interviewed by a group of seminary students. The question was asked, “What is the most profound thought that ever occupied your mind.” The answer was, “Jesus loves me this I know ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

God As Good Shepherd

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jun 23, 2002

Symbolic language is used throughout the Bible to describe God. Among the most precious and universally undertood is that of God as Shepherd.

pI PETER 5 TRINITY 3 SHEPHERD SUNDAY Introduction Use of symbols - by Jesus in communication. Among the most powerful are those comparing Jesus to the life of a Shepherd. This is an old thought -- God was referred to as "The Shepherd of Israel." This imagery is used to communicate who God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Anglican

God Cares

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 24, 2003

Funeral for a Christian man who had lived a full life.

Funeral for Christian Man "God Cares" It is difficult is to try to sum up in just a few moments a life of ____ years and at the same time offer to the family and friends some words of help and hope. As I sought what I should ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

Authorized Personnel Only Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 27, 2008

Exposition of Mark 11:27-33 about the authority of Jesus and its source

Text: Mark 11:27-33, Title: Authorized Personnel Only, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/28/08, PM A. Opening illustration: All the signs that say “authorized personnel only,” the ones at the Jacksonville Zoo that said “only snakes and authorized humans.” And those signs on interstate crossovers… B. Background ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:27-33

Denomination: Baptist

Where Man Rules, God Will Overule Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 16, 2008

The Bible often teaches and illustrates the doctrine of God’s providence; His providence should be a source of great comfort and instruction for every believer.

“What rotten luck I’ve been having lately!” “I’m having a bad day!” “Oh, well, whatever will be will be, and there’s nothing that we can do about it!” You’ve probably heard people say all of these statements. Perhaps you’ve even said or thought something similar yourself at times. But all of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:11-35

Denomination: Baptist

These Cares Are Not Mine!

Contributed by Dixon Olu. David on Feb 24, 2004

YOUR CARES HAVE COME RATHER TOO LATE BECAUSE GOD’S CARES PRECEDS YOUR OWN CARES.IT MATTERS TO HIM CONCERNING YOU.

DATE: 25th November, 2001 TOPIC: THESE CARES ARE NOT MINE! TEXT: 1 PETER 5:7 OUTLINE INTRODUCTION: - A text Study on 1Peter 5:7 “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you”. (KJV) Background info. * Apostle Peter’s writing to - the strangers scattered throughout Pontus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Foursquare

Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on Feb 25, 2004

This sermon outlines Four Elements of Spiritual Growth.

INTRODUCTION: New Year’s Day resolutions - a waste of time and energy because they focus on the body and leave out the mind and spirit. 1. We gain knowledge but have no perspective 2. We are convicted but often lack the skills implement growth 3. We attempt change without developing our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Take A Look At God

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 27, 2004

When you think of God, who or what do you think of? This sermon encourages the hearers to take a fresh look at the God of all creation.

“Let’s Take a Look at God” Zeph. 3:17 INTRO – When you think of God, who or what do you think of? What is your favorite name for Him? - Father - Lord - God - Savior - Redeemer Tonight, I want us to take a look at God. Not that we have never done this before, but let’s just gaze upon Him one ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17

Denomination: Baptist

"The Child"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 16, 2004

A Christmas Sermon.

Isaiah 7:10-16 “The Child” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org Last Monday, I was over at First United Methodist Church, and knowing that Sydney Kaloustian is enrolled in their pre-school I decided to pop in and say ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-16

Denomination: United Methodist

The War Of The Worlds

Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 6, 2011

A Communion meditation: In the "War of the Worlds" resurrection is a weapon.

WAR OF THE WORLDS Revelation 15:1 – 16:20 Big Idea: A Communion meditation on the cosmic battle between God and evil which was won with the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Supporting Scriptures: Psalm 89:8-18; Romans 6:1-13; Ephesians 6:10-13; 1 Peter 1:3 INTRO: >>Pastor Ken reads Rev. ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

A Wise Warning

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Nov 1, 2010

Christians are warned against being deceived by false prophets.

A Wise Warning Matthew 7:15-20 INTRODUCTION A. “If you are going to place poison on a shelf where you have healing medicines, you had better label it clearly.” B. Life is full of warnings. 1. Cigarette packs warn of lung cancer and other medical problems. 2. Medicines warn against ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Baptist