Sermons on Instrumental Music:

The Supreme Question Of Life Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 15, 2003

Many scholars believe this passage was based on a hymn that was sung by the early church. We all need to answer the question: Is Christ prominent in my life, or is He preeminent? He doesn’t just want a place in our lives, He demands first place.

The Supreme Question of Life In Thursday’s Washington Post, an article appeared about a new church in the state of Maryland. I won’t reveal the name of the denomination that is behind this endeavor because I don’t want to publicly criticize it from the pulpit. You can look it up when this sermon ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Now?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 8, 2002

Let’s reason together about living for Christ on this side of Easter.

WHAT NOW? INTRO.- ILL.- A group of expectant fathers were in a waiting room, while their wives were in the process of delivering babies. A nurse came in and announced to one man that his wife had just given birth to twins. "That’s quite a coincidence" he responded, "I play for the Minnesota ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Prodigal Father: A Parable Of Extravagant Love Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Apr 21, 2002

“Prodigal” means extravagant, lavish, unrestrained, and even to the point of being what some would consider being wasteful. Watch the father in this story. It was the father who threw himself into the prodigal land of extravagance and unrestrained love fo

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: In Luke 15, Luke gives a series of three parables in response to the criticism of the scribes and Pharisees that Jesus received unbelieving people and even ate with them. Evidently, His love and vulnerability attracted lost people from all classes and lifestyles. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

The Basis For Getting Along Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Apr 23, 2002

Effective Family Living Series (Part 1) - In world that lives by getting even, learn what it takes to get along!

THE BASIS FOR GETTING ALONG Effective Family Living Series. Part 1 Eph. 5:21 “Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ” That’s a tall order, isn’t it? Submit? For what? This is the intro. Text to the rest of Eph.5:22-6:9. This is the key thought surrounding these verses. Get along with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Did The Lord Say To Martin Luther?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 26, 2002

I Martin Luther heard the Lord tell me that it’s by faith alone, Grace alone, Christ alone and Scripture alone that we experience and have a relationship with Him.

What did the Lord say to Martin Luther? Thesis: I Martin Luther heard the Lord tell me that it’s by faith alone, Grace alone, Christ alone and Scripture alone that we experience and have a relationship with Him. Texts: Martin Luther’s two favorite passages. Romans 1:17 For in the gospel a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 72:1-20, Romans 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Alan Perkins on May 5, 2002

The younger son wanted blessing without relationship. So did the elder son. And so do we today.

This morning, we continue our journey through the parables of Christ. As we’ve noted before, a parable is a short story which is intended to teach or illustrate some spiritual truth. Parables are small but powerful, and this is demonstrated by their familiarity. Few of us, I imagine, could explain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

What My Father Taught Me

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 5, 2002

We need to learn from our fathers.

WHAT MY FATHER TAUGHT ME Exodus 20:12 S: Father’s Day Th: Learning from Dad Pr: We need to learn from our fathers. ?: What? KW: Principles for life TS: We are going to observe three biblical principles for life that my father taught me. The _____ principle for life that my father taught me ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

The First Board Meeting Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 26, 2002

This sermon explians and illustrates why Christians should become all things to all people so that by all possible means we might save some.

The First Board Meeting July 28, 2002 Acts 15:1-35 Intro: A. [None Survived, from the book, "God Has Never Failed Me, But He’s Sure Scared Me to Death a Few Times" by Stan Toler] There was a family who decided to move to the country. They bought a ranch and made plans to raise cattle. They ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-35, Acts 16:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying With A Heaven-View

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

It’s important to pray in a way that is not self-centered.

Introduction: Have you ever thought about how much of what we ask God for in our prayers is very self-centered? For example, I heard about a college student who always concluded her prayers with this simple petition: “God, I’m not asking for myself, but please send my mother a son-in-law.” Or ...read more

Scripture: James 4:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003

The heart of our problems are deeper than superficial behaviors. Before we can change, we need our hearts to be changed.

Why do people treat each other so badly? Why do spouses break their wedding vows? Why do people act out in violence and hatred toward others? Why do racism and hate crimes still exist in our world? Why are people filled with greed? Why do we act with treachery and deception toward each other? The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Have No Fear, God Is Here! Series

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Jan 22, 2003

A vibrant tale of Joshua and Caleb’s fearless feat of entering Canaan.

“No Fear” Series Have No Fear, God Is Here! Fear Not 10/2/02 I. Introduction No Fear T-shirts a. I’ve Never Lost (but I have been a little behind when time ran out) b. It’s not the pace of life that scares me. It’s the sudden stop at the end. II. What is Fear? a. Anxiety caused by real or ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:19-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Threw That Rock?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 23, 2003

Seems there are a lot of critical rock throwers out there, if we can’t stop the rock throwing, we must learn to overcome the hurts.

WHO THREW THAT ROCK? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Acts 7: 54. When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with their teeth. 55: but he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up steadfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39, Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mind Blowing Questions Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Feb 27, 2003

This sermon asks the question: Don’t you know that we have a totally different worldview?

1 Corinthians Mind-Blowing Questions 1 Corinthians 6 March 2, 2003 Intro: A. [Transformed by an Elevator, Citation: Owen Bourgaize, Castel, Guernsey, United Kingdom] A family from a remote area was making their first visit to a big city. They checked in to a grand hotel and stood in amazement at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dressing For Success Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Mar 6, 2003

When Christ rules our lives we will clothe ourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Once we dress this way, we can put up with each other and forgive as Christ has forgiven us.

Nov. 25, 2001 Scripture Text: Colossians 3:12-17 Speaker: Jeff Williams Series Overview Dressing For Success Good morning! When Maxine and I were attending seminary we were invited to several theme parties. The host would pick an era and then we would all dress the part. One such party ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sower's Diagnosis

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Nov 13, 2000

In this simple parable the great physician offers listeners a straight-forward heart exam.

(A note to those reading this material: This manuscript follows the presentation of the material as it was originally given. What may be difficult to tell by just reading the original text is the presence of a thick, southern accent – deliberately used in the introduction to make the material more ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:2-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational