Sermons on Intelligent Design:

The Gospel Mission That Never Was Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch8

THE MISSION THAT NEVER WAS Matthew 8 v. 23 - 34 1. The disciples deliverance from the storm v. 23 - 27 Note:- (a) Their dedication v. 23 "His disciples followed Him" - there was cost involved v.22 (b) Their danger v. 24 note it was sudden "behold", severe, " a great tempest" i.e.like an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-34

Denomination: Holiness

The Two Most Sacred Words In The American Religion Of Materialism Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 15, 2001

Evaluation of our desire to "Charge it!" and God’s instruction toward choosing contentment.

Introduction: In the American religion of materialism, there are two words more sacred than any other: "Charge it!" - Yet, consider the following two scenarios in evaluating the intelligence of using plastic: 1. Ellin is 30 years old. She has a $3,500 balance on her Citibank credit card at 18% ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

A Spy Story

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Jul 31, 2002

To know that God is available to help you face your fears

A SPY STORY “And Moses sent them to spy out the land of Caanan” (Numbers 13: 17). I don’t mind a spy story do you? There is something about the mystery and intrigue that gathers around a good spy yarn that just gets you in. You might have read spy stories by Tom Clancy, Len Deighton, and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:17-33

Denomination: Holiness

Fulfilled Prophecy

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 25, 2002

Fulfilled prophecy proves that we can trust the Bible.

1,817 individual prophecies / 8,352 verses / 27% of all Scripture! 17 Messianic prophecies ("Signature of God" page172-) The Law of Compound Probability 1 in 480 billion X 1 billion X 1 Trillion chance of fulfillment 300 Messianic prophecies / 26 details about His death! Isa 34:16 Look in the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 34:16

Denomination: Baptist

All I Want For Christmas Is ... Joy

Contributed by W F on Nov 5, 2006

Where you can get some Christmas Joy

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS ... JOY "But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people" (Luke 2:10). There are so many good reasons for us to be afraid in the world at the moment, and there are so many things that are out there just ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Lively Oracles Series

Contributed by Manuel Amparo on Mar 26, 2006

The accuracy and truthfulness of its message attest to its divine nature.

THE HOLY BIBLE ACTS 7:38 A. THE BIBLE IS CALLED 1. "The book of the Lord": Isa. 34:16 2. "The scripture of truth": Dan. 10:21 3. "The holy scriptures": Rom. 1:2; 2 Tim. 3:15 4. "The lively oracles": Acts 7:38 5. "The gospel of God": Rom. 1:1-3 B. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:38

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Jesus Christ Or Jesus Barabas? Series

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

Choosing that which is good for us.

Which Jesus do you want? Matt 27:15 You may notice a difference in this version of this account. On researching this passage I found that in many Ancient Greek manuscripts of this occurance Barrabas is given a first name and that name is Ihsoun (Jeshoun) which happens to be translated Jesus. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-23

Denomination: Methodist

All I Want For Christmas Is ... Joy Series

Contributed by W F on Dec 19, 2005

Where you can get some Christmas Joy

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS ... JOY "But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people" (Luke 2:10). There are so many good reasons for us to be afraid in the world at the moment, and there are so many things that are out there just ...read more

Denomination: *other

Who You Gonna All

Contributed by David King on Mar 1, 2007

Its not about how much of God you have seen, but how much you know him.

TEXT Joshua 1:9-11 INTRO: A phrase that was made popular in the 80’s stated this, "Who you gonna call"! In my mind I go to a lot of different things with that; One singer began his song with a hope of an operator please connect me to 1982, a song about calling the past, maybe fixing a problem ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

But I Say Unto You

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 18, 2014

Getting into the heart of the law with Jesus.

BUT I SAY UNTO YOU... Matthew 5:21-26. I. In His recent wilderness struggles with the enemy, Jesus used the formula ‘It stands written’ in reply to each temptation (Matthew 4:4-10). The Word of God is its own authority against the wiles of the devil. Furthermore, when the devil quoted a passage ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Charting The Course For Biblical Ministry

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 22, 2013

Ordination: Both pastors and participants in the local church need to join hands for the sake of ministry in the Kingdom of God.

Charting the Course for Biblical Ministry (I Timothy 4:10-5:2) [Note: This was preached as part of an ordination service on a Sunday morning] 1. Last Easter, your board decided to get the most handsome preacher in Indiana to speak. He said no. 2. Then they thought they would get the most ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Give A Defense For Your Hope

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Sep 10, 2013

We're supposed to be prepared to give a defense for the hope that is within us. But how are we to go about that? Using Paul's defense in Acts 26 we'll lay the ground work for sharing your hope with others.

In Acts 26:1-23, the apostle Paul is standing before King Agrippa and makes a compelling defense for the hope that was in him (Acts 26:1 ESV, 21:6; 1 Peter 3:15). As we read his defense (or sermon if you will,) we’ll learn some valuable tips that will help us all in presenting a defense for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-23, 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: *other

His Story, Our Story Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Feb 25, 2009

As Paul explains the story of God in the story of Israel, we can find the story of our life in God.

His-Story, My Story: How we can understand our story when we understand God’s story Acts 13 What is your story? “The story of my life!” Many people are searching for meaning and purpose in life Illus: Lady emails during her sleep. Our story can be found in God’s story – His Story… Review: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-52

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Overcome Our Fear

Contributed by Billy Noel on Oct 18, 2009

The key to overconing our fear is not with quips, sayings or even uderlining bible verses it is through a relationship with God.

How to overcome our Fear Psalm 112 2Ti 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. This psalm depicts the life of the believer we his/her priorities are in order I. It begins with relationship You have to begin at the beginning Here is how ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

A Trip To Mars

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Nov 24, 2008

Follow Steven as he takes on a journey to Mars

A Trip to Mars Acts 17:22-29 Vv.22 Then Paul stood in the mist of Mars Hill, and said, Ye men of Athens, I perceive that in all things ye are too superstitious, *** Notice how calm Paul is.. he is not ripping them a part for there worship, but calmly stating to them that they were missing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:23-29

Denomination: Baptist