Sermons on Infant:

Rise Up O Men Of God Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007

Many wrongly conclude that church is for women and children. They conclude that it’s not manly to be religious. That idea is as false as anything can be. But that doesn’t keep many from believing it. I want to set the record straight by highlighting t

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Family Classics Series Rise Up, O Men of God 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 Today, we salute our Fathers. In the process, we want to honor all of our guys. This is a much needed emphasis in our day. Many wrongly conclude ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Psalm 71:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Perspectives On Biblical Baptism

Contributed by John Gaines on Jan 26, 2006

Bible answers to seven common questions about baptism

PERSPECTIVES ON BIBLICAL BAPTISM 1. Baptism is an extremely important subject because of the connection made in the Bible between baptism and salvation. a. 1 Peter 3:21 (NASB) And corresponding to that, baptism now saves you-- not the removal of dirt from the flesh, but an appeal to God for a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

United In Christ

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2005

Paul addresses the problem of church division

It is said when the British and French were fighting in Canada in the 1750s, Admiral Phipps, commander of the British fleet, was told to anchor outside Quebec. He was given orders to wait for the British land forces to arrive and then support them when they attacked the city. Phipps’ navy arrived ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring Your Parents Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

The Bible teaches us that there are two truths to consider when we read the 5th commandment: (1. The call to honor our earthly parents… (2. And the call to be honorable as earthly parents! It is not just a call to the children, but also to the dad an

TEXT: Ex. 20:12; Luke 2:41-52; Eph. 6:1-4 INTRO: When God gave Moses the 10 commandments they came on 2 tablets of stone. Tablet #1 had the first 4 commandments on them and dealt exclusively with man’s relationship with God; tablet #2 had the last 6 commandments and they dealt with man’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy To The World! Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 7, 2004

Christmas is about the joy found in Christ

(adapted from Bob Russell) SERIES: “CHRISTMAS CAROL THEOLOGY” TEXT: PSALM 98 TITLE: “JOY TO THE WORLD” INTRODUCTION: A. Christmas can be quite stressful --planning parties, buying just the right gifts, preparing elaborate meals ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Quality Time: Building Bonds That Don't Break (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Marcus Naugler on Nov 23, 2001

With whom, or what are you spending most of your valuable time? This makes a difference in the kind of bonds you build within your family and the family of God.

Quality Time: Building Bonds That Don’t Break (Part 3, Building a Stronger Family) We have looked at some important things this month that dealt with building stronger family lives. We have laughed a lot, maybe some have cried, (especially when relating to the washing of Styrofoam plates), but in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Temple Attitudes - Part 2

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jun 15, 2008

Part two of a discussion of Jesus’ words and actions in the temple area following the Triumphal Entry.

Temple Attitudes – Part 2 Matthew 21:12-17 June 8, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I usually have very little trouble submitting to authority. Usually, I’m a pretty compliant guy. I try to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Five Principles Of Growth Series

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jun 26, 2008

Food is necessary for physical life. Without food, we become weakened and eventually become ill. Just as this occurs, lack of spiritual food produces the same results in our spiritual lives.

Philippians 3:12-13 “Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me. Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Has Fallen In The Street

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jun 28, 2008

If substantial change does not happen in the next 10 years, we will face calamity, terrorism, natural disasters and anarchy like we have never seen before in the history of this nation!

I am convinced that with every crisis, with every crossroad a nation faces, there is ether more chaos or massive correction, bad critics or a brilliant cure. America is in a crisis and stands at a decisive crossroad. And the next few choices she makes – will determine her destiny! If America ends ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Acts Even When You Feel Inferior Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 14, 2007

A sermon the looks at the example of Moses’ faith.

He is a successful and intelligent person; he has been blessed with a wonderful wife and children, he has quite a few friends and they do love him. But deep inside there was something that was telling him, “You are different, you are not as worthy as other people.” Whenever he goes to a public ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mary’s Secret For A Merry Christmas

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Dec 20, 2009

Mary rejoiced in God, her Savior. That’s where we want our Christmas joy to come from as well. Parts: A. Recognize our lowliness. B. Rejoice in his greatness.

Text: Luke 1:39-55 Theme: Mary’s Secret for a Merry Christmas A. Recognize our lowliness B. Rejoice in his greatness Season: Advent 4c Date: December 20, 2009 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Mary_s-Secret-for-a-Merry-Christmas-Luke1_39-55.html Grace and peace to you from God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55

Denomination: Lutheran

Eyewitnesses Of Majesty

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 8, 2010

We tend to see only what we expect to see, and thus at Christmas we do not see the glory and majesty of the Christ child in the homeless, the downtrodden, the ashamed.

They say that "seeing is believing". Well, that depends. That depends on whether you can trust your eyesight. And it depends on whether you have decided to see what is really there or just what you think is there. "Seeing is believing." It depends on whether you can trust your eyesight. My ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-19

Denomination: Baptist

“flunking Out” Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 20, 2011

Man's religion is at war with God's revelation.

Introduction “God has no grandchildren is an old saying that expresses a life and death truth.” In the early days of the Congregational Churches in Puritan (Separatist) America, a matter in close connection to this statement arose. The half way controversy arose over the matter of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Christian Church

Do You Believe That I Love You?

Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Mar 5, 2012

Believing that God loves you and turning to Him for help moves His heart with joy. This kind of weakness and need results in the blessing that comes to those who are poor in spirit.

DO YOU BELIEVE THAT I (GOD) LOVE YOU? Pastor Daniel J. Little - The Landmark Church, Binghamton, NY adfontes.djl@gmail.com 2 Corinthians 8:9 For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: *other

Earning The Right To Be Heard

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 27, 2009

Jesus is God’s way of earning the right to be heard. He comes to where we live, and he experiences what we experience. He is therefore credible.

I invite you to eavesdrop with me this morning. Listen and we can overhear some conversations. Overheard in the grocery store aisle: a mother and a little girl, shopping dangerously close to the candies, the cookies and the other goodies. The little girl saying, "I want these and I want those and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist