Sermons on Investigation:

Does God Believe In Atheists?

Contributed by Paul Decker on Nov 18, 2007

The arguments for God demand examination. (Part 2 on a series dealing with atheism)

DOES GOD BELIEVE IN ATHEISTS? Psalm 19.1-6 S: Atheism C: Rational belief in God Pr: THE ARGUMENTS FOR GOD DEMAND EXAMINATION. Type: Proposition The ____ argument for God is… I. CAUSE II. DESIGN III. MORAL IV. SPIRITUAL V. WITNESSES PA: How is the change to be observed? • Acknowledge it takes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Chest Of Joash, Part One: Why?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 5, 2001

A three-fold rationale for keeping stewardship a primary focus in the church...It is a Lordship matter, Heart matter, and Eternal matter.

Chest of Joash, Part One: WHY? 2 Chronicles 24 March 4, 2001 1Joash was seven years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years in Jerusalem. His mother¡¦s name also was Zibiah of Beersheba. 2And Joash did that which was right in the sight of the LORD all the days of Jehoiada the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 24:1-27

Denomination: United Methodist

Discern Between The Righteous & The Wicked

Contributed by John Waldrip on Dec 11, 2001

Scripture demands that discernment (not infallibly, however)be made between those truly converted and those unconverted.

"DISCERN BETWEEN THE RIGHTEOUS AND THE WICKED" Malachi 3.18 EXPOSITION: 1. Turn to the last book of the Old Testament, the book of Malachi. I would like for us to begin reading at Malachi 3.13. Please stand, and we will read together Malachi 3.13-18: "Your words have been stout against me, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:18, 2 Corinthians 13:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Aim To Win Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Oct 22, 2004

Part 5 in the series "Victory In Jesus." If you want to win your inner showdown with sin, you must aim to win. Avoid negative influences. Initiate service to others. Make up your mind to be holy.

AIM TO WIN Victory In Jesus – Part 5 Galatians 5 October 24, 2004 Introduction: In the old days of the Wild West when two people got into a heated fight about something they sometimes had duels. Picture in your mind’s eye two dusty cowboys walking towards each other down main street. It is high ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-26

The Beginning (Creation) Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 28, 2004

1st in a 4 part series on God’s X-Files, "unexplained phenomenon" and the lessons we can learn from it.

“In The Beginning” Genesis 1:1-11 Introduction to Series: Play opening of X-Files clip: {“Are you familiar with the so-called X-Files?” Agent Scully replies, “I believe they are unexplained phenomenon.”} That lays the foundation for the television show The X-Files. Each week, starting in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Taming The Troublemaker Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jan 20, 2006

3rd in a 5 part series from the book of James on making practical application to real problems.

RELIGION THAT REALLY WORKS - Week 3 TAMING THE TROUBLEMAKER JAMES 3:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Finish this statement for me. "Sticks and Stones may _____ __ _____, but _____ ____ ______ ____ ___." How long did it take you to learn that little saying may be the dumbest..and the most untrue statement? ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

Get Real

Contributed by Steve Greene on Oct 23, 2006

A challenege to authentic Christian living.

Get Real! ¡§The Challenge to Authentic Christian Living¡¨ Have you noticed how sometimes when you purchase something with a $20 or $50 bill the cashier will often take a marker and draw a line on that bill? They are checking the bill for authenticity? They want to know if it is real or if it is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Nazarene

The Shepherds' Story

Contributed by John Scoggins on Dec 9, 2008

Basing it on God’s choice of the shepherds as the first audience the birth announcement of Christ, the sermon teaches us that God cares about every detail about us.

THE SHEPHERDS’ STORY (Luke 2:8-14) "And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with fear. 10 And the angel said to them, “Fear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Mennonite

Jesus Is . . . The Risen Savior Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Mar 18, 2008

An examination of the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus.

Title: Jesus Is . . .The Risen Christ Series: Who Is Jesus? (Sermon # 4) Text: 1 Cor 15:3-8 March 23, 2008 (Easter Sunday) COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 INTRODUCTION A. Perhaps the most famous missing man in American history is Judge Joe Crater, who was an associate justice of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8, 1 Corinthians 15:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Its Not About Me Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Jun 29, 2006

Understand the mystery of the glory of God and how it affects our lives as believers.

“It’s not about you” Sermon I. Introduction a. Tell me if these statements sound familiar to you. i. I am happy if things are going well. ii. My marriage is great if my needs are being met, if I am getting my way. iii. My job is great if I am being treated well and there is no conflict. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Messiah On Trial Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 6, 2012

Once we have honestly and objectively examined the truth about Jesus we can only come to one conclusion: He is who He said He was, the Son of God.

Messiah On Trial Text: Matt. 26:57-68 Introduction 1. Illustration: When C.S. Lewis came to Oxford University he was an atheist. He had lost his mother at nine and the rest of his life was spent in boarding schools. But had no use or belief in God. But while at Oxford he met a man who became his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-58

Denomination: Methodist

Has Anybody Here Seen My Old Friend John Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 25, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark 6: 14 – 20

Mark 6: 14 – 20 Has Anybody Here Seen My Old Friend John 14 Now King Herod heard of Him, for His name had become well known. And he said, “John the Baptist is risen from the dead, and therefore these powers are at work in him.” 15 Others said, “It is Elijah.” And ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How Can A Loving God Send People To Hell? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 28, 2013

Reconciling a loving God with an awful hell is not easy for many people. In this sermon I try to resolve this dilemma.

Introduction: A. A church was looking for a new preacher. 1. They asked their top two candidates to preach a trial sermon. 2. Both candidates were assigned the same topic – the topic was “Hell.” 3. Both candidates preached and did an excellent job, but one was hired and the other ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Standing In Awe Of God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 11, 2011

As we look at the plagues of Egypt, we learn something of our need to stand in awe of God and to fear His judgment.

Introduction: A. Today we are going to spend time looking at the plagues that God brought upon Pharaoh and Egypt. 1. I hope we can come to appreciate the impact of these plagues and the awe of God they brought. B. Although there is nothing funny about the plagues themselves, you know I like to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dead Hope Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Apr 4, 2013

Faith in the risen Lord awakens dead hope.

Title: Dead Hope Series: Waking the Dead Text: John 20:1-18 Truth: Faith in the risen Lord awakens dead hope. Aim: To help me live in the joy of the Lord rather than despair. Life ?: How does faith in the risen Lord change me? INTRODUCTION Residents of a town in Thailand flocked to the home of a ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist