Sermons on Isaac Carried The Wood:

The Church Witnesses In Words And Actions Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 4, 2008

The church carries out its calling to be witnesses to the ends of the earth through the gifts and talents of Christ’s disciples in everyday situatiosn in life.

Acts 3:1-16 “The Church Witnesses in Words and Actions” INTRODUCTION We continue on our path of discovery. Our goal is to gain greater insight and understanding about the Church, by studying the early Christians who are portrayed in the Book of Acts. So far we have learned that the early ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

The Encounter Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 13, 2009

After encountering Jesus the women were commanded to go and tell. We carry on this mission because we too have encountered Jesus.

Mark 16:1-8 “The Encounter” INTRODUCTION Routines, even in the face of death, are a part of life. They were present during the time of Jesus just like they are present now. The women were involved in a routine activity as they made their way to the tomb. They had not had time to properly ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Un-Finished Tasks With Promise.

Contributed by Darrell Vaughn on Nov 6, 2010

The recognition of the high call Jesus placed upon our lives and the equipping of the body to carry out these specifics with a promise from our Lord.

“Father, I am your servant, willing and desiring to be used to bless your people.” The Fields are white and the laborers are few! 2. C.H. Spurgeon said, “If God does not save a man by truth he certainly will not save them by lies, and if the old ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Strait And Narrow Minded

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 16, 2023

The narrow gate is not quite as attractive as the wide one, because you have to leave a lot of old baggage at the door. No carry-ons are allowed.

I was a pastor in New Jersey when the General Assembly gave our Presbytery a couple of pretty controversial amendments to consider. There were two main issues. The first was the elimination of the “fidelity and chastity” language from our ordination standards. The second one was the lordship of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-16, Matthew 7:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pentecost

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 30, 2020

Why did Jesus tell the apostles to wait until the Holy Spirit fell upon them before carrying out the Great Commission

Tilney Vicarage 31-05-2020 Introduction The last sixty days before Pentecost must have been incredibly strange to the 12 apostles. In that period one of them Judas ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

Joshua 3:16 Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 17, 2016

This message is a part of our 3:16 series and looks at the faith of the lead man carrying the ark into the Jordan River as they crossed into the promised land

He was the first of the twelve. Slowly he walked along; his pace governed by the other eleven. The load on his shoulder was a burden but wasn’t nearly as heavy as his thoughts. His feet moved as if they were on auto pilot and his eyes remained fixed on the river in the distance. The dark ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:9-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

When A Moralistic Mission Misfired!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on May 22, 2017

Gleaning lessons from King David's gaffe over the transportation of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem on an Ox cart instead of letting it be carried by the Priests!!!

When a moralistic mission misfired!!! Heard of anecdotes when something done with an apparently good intention but in a wrong way went haywire? Here’s one for starters... Who can forget a school time story told often to emphasize the importance of proper usage ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 13:1-14

Denomination: *other

Do We Really Want Our Friends And Neighbors Saved? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 17, 2017

If we have a proper understanding of condemnation,we should be motivated to carry the life-giving message of the Gospel to our family, friends, and neighbors.

Opening Illustration: Last Wednesday (June 7, 2017) there was in Washington D.C. a Senate hearing for the Russell Vought, President Trump’s nomination for deputy director of the Office of Management and Budget. You may have seen or heard of this event on SPAN, but more likely on various Christian ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

Stump

Contributed by Roy Fowler on May 29, 2021

Isaiah has been purified and set on a course by God. He finds out there will be a stump, small amount of people, that will carry the message forward.

Sermon Title: Stump. Scripture Text: Isaiah 6:1-8; 9-13 Isaiah6:1-8 NLT Isaiah’s Cleansing and Call *This was written 740 years before Christ. 6:1Itwas in the year King Uzziah died that I saw the Lord. He was sitting on a lofty throne, and the train of his robe filled the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Isaiah 6:9-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Will This Treasure Do With Me? Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on May 29, 2024

We are fragile jars of clay carrying the treasure of Jesus' presence. The question is not what we will do with Jesus, but what Jesus will do with us.

Life can be tough, right? But instead of just leaving us in the dark, God shines a light into our lives. He doesn't just tell us off; He gives us hope and changes us. God shines a light into our lives. Paul talks about Jesus being the boss and us being His crew. Jesus is in charge, and we're here ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-12

Topics: Divine Presence, Spiritual Treasure, Jesus' Presence, Inner Peace

You Are God’s Ambassador PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

As Christians, we are called to be ambassadors for Christ, carrying out the mission of reconciliation and showing God's love, grace, and mercy in our everyday lives.

Good morning, family. Isn't it remarkable to think that God has given each of us a special mission? A mission that the great theologian, Dietrich Bonhoeffer once described as "The Church is the Church only when it exists for others." We are called to be the Church, not just in this building, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21

Topics: Good News

The Twelve Apostles Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 12, 2015

Jesus had personally demonstrated His authority previously in Matthew. He now delegates that same authority to His apostles so that they may carry out His ministry to the world.

MATTHEW 10: 1-6 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED] THE TWELVE APOSTLES Chapter 10 is a transition in Jesus' training of the twelve. Until this time they had been observers with little involvement in the miracles or teachings, Here they are commissioned and sent out with authority to do what they had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Replacement

Contributed by Brad Stone on Jan 1, 2023

Just as the ram was the replacement for Isaac, we have to remember that Christ is the replacement for each of us in terms of our punishment, sin & He will replace our griefs, worries, fears & dread with His spirit if we will allow Him to.

The Replacement Genesis 22:13-14 I. The Replacement for our Punishment “But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.” Isa. 53:5 We deserved nothing short of death for our sin. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:13-14, Isaiah 53:5, John 1:29

Denomination: Baptist

Thre L;ife Of Moses Part 2 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Charles La Porte on Jun 21, 2009

#1 He Asked, “Who Am I?” And Was Comforted By The Great I AM #2 He Carried An Earthly Staff With Heavenly Power #3 He Was A Man Of Power In Words & Deeds

The Life of Moses pt. 2 Pastor Chuck La Porte 01/14/2009 Exodus 3:10-22 Read & Pray Moses couldn’t believe his ears; God Himself was asking him to return to Egypt and demand the release of the entire Hebrew nation. He was to stand on the same streets where he had committed murder and demand that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:10-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cost From Running And The Blessings For Obeying The Call Of God

Contributed by Clarence Weaver Sr on Apr 9, 2006

When God call you to carry out the great mission he has commission you to perform the job. He doesn’t want any justification or explanations why you can’t do the job, but he rather you to be obedient and carry out the order. God doesn’t want us doing good

The Cost from Running and the Blessings for Obeying the Call of God Jonah 1:1-3:10 By Clarence E.Weaver, Sr. Introduction Through out time God has called ordinary people to do extraordinary work for building the Kingdom of God. When God call you to work for his kingdom, he doesn’t ask you for a ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational