Sermons on Jacob On The Run:

Get Wisdom Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 16, 2011

from a series on the life of Solomon. A book sermon, from the Proverbs, about the importance of wisdom in life.

Proverbs Intro: (used a powerpoint of these choices. Best to put them all up before asking people to choose one) OK. Time for an audience participation quiz this morning. Each question is a multiple choice. Let’s say, if you had to pick one of these 4 answers, which one would it be? ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heaven’s Best Answer To Our Worst Enemy

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011

An Easter Sermon Jesus’ resurrection assures us that death is no longer in a position to cause us fear

Intro – A man had a checkup and then went in to see his doctor to get the results. The doctor said he better sit down – that he had bad news and worse news for him. Which did he want to hear first? The man was a bit puzzled and said he'd rather hear the bad news first. The doctor ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ministry Of Encouragement Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 20, 2011

A book sermon from 1 Thessalonians, introducing a series through the book. To show how the ministry of deliberate encouragement is necessary to the vitality of the Body

I Thessalonians Introduction: There’s a lot of discouragement out there. Not too long ago, Hayden Planetarium in New York City issued an invitation to anyone interested in applying to be a part of the crew on the first journey to another planet. 18,000 people applied. The applications ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Matthew 7:24-29 Building Your House Above The Floodplain Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011

Matthew 7:24-29 Building your house above the floodplain

Matthew 7:24-29 Building your house above the floodplain Manuscript Earlier this year Queensland experienced something big. A big natural disaster. What was it? Floods. They were everywhere. We had them in Gympie. They had them out bush – some towns cut off for weeks. And even our capital ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

We Need A Joseph's Heart Series

Contributed by James May on Nov 27, 2011

A series for the Christmas Season, or anytime of the year. Why did God choose those who went to see Jesus and to know that He had come into the world? Each of the characters we will examine had a special heart after God and qualities that we all need to

What Does It Take to See Jesus? Part 1 - We Need a Joseph’s Heart By Rev. James May Thanksgiving, with its family gatherings and feasting has now passed into history and we find ourselves filled with thankfulness for all of the blessings of God that he has bestowed upon us. Even with all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Antichrist Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 2, 2011

A study of the book of Daniel chapter 7 verse 8

Daniel 7:8 The Antichrist 7 “After this I saw in the night visions, and behold, a fourth beast, dreadful and terrible, exceedingly strong. It had huge iron teeth; it was devouring, breaking in pieces, and trampling the residue with its feet. It was different from all the beasts that were ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Only Thing We Have To Fear Is God Himself! Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 7, 2011

In the beginning marks a starting point of a specific duration.

Intro: WE HAVE NOTHING TO FEAR BUT GOD HIMSELF! 1. In Boca Raton Florida, Jerry Stevens, a pilot, decided to greet the New Year by writing, "God is Great" and similar messages in the sky above the city. When they saw the skywriting; many residents panicked and called police. They believed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1 - We Need The Heart Of Joseph. Series

Contributed by James May on Dec 7, 2011

Part 1 of a 4 part series for the Christmas Season (Or anytime). We will research the heart of those surrounding the birth of Jesus to see what was in their hearts that enabled them to be in the right place, at the right time, to be among the very few wh

What Does It Take to See Jesus? Christmas Series 2011 Part 1 - We Need a Joseph’s Heart By Rev. James May Thanksgiving, with its family gatherings and feasting has now passed into history and we find ourselves filled with thankfulness for all of the blessings of God that he has bestowed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Children Of God Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011

Close to God's own heart are the peacemakers of this world. Read on to discover how God can use you to bring peace to hurting lives.

Children of God - Matthew 5:9 - September 11, 2011 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #7 I’m not sure if you’re aware of it or not, but Canadians have a rich history of peacekeeping. To date, more than 125,000 Canadians have participated in peacekeeping ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: *other

Stuck On Stupid! Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 13, 2011

While Abram was a man of faith, no man has pure uninterrupted faith.

Intro: 1. Matthew Henry, "There is no state on earth free from trials, nor any character free from blemishes...Perfect happiness and perfect purity dwell only in heaven...The grace Abram was most noted for, was faith; yet he fell through unbelief and distrust of the Divine providence, even ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Jesus - The One And Only"

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Dec 19, 2011

As each year passes The LORD Jesus Christ is marginalized more and more and takes a backseat role to lesser things and lesser priorities. Crowded out by: * Materialism * Decorations * Santa * Expanding influence of false religions in our world *

Cornerstone Church December 18, 2011 “JESUS – THE ONE AND ONLY” John 1:14-18 INTRODUCTION: The following happened one Sunday ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God Proves His Promises Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 29, 2011

When it comes to God’s promises: 1. We may be discouraged by a delay (vs. 1-5). 2. We will always be blessed by believing (vs. 6). 3. God is devoted unto death (vs. 7-12 & 17-18).

Old Testament Encounters with Christ Part 6: God Proves His Promises Genesis 15:1-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 28, 2011 *Last week in Genesis 14 Abram was a hero. His nephew Lot had been kidnapped by the Kings of the East when they defeated Sodom. But Abram raised a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Next Five Minutes

Contributed by Grant Van Boeschoten on Jan 3, 2012

If you were offered 5 million dollars for the next 5 minutes of your life, with no holds barred, would you make the deal? How much more should we live in the light of Eternity when our life on earth is but the blink of an eye.

We are going to set up the title of this message by going through a scenario. Imagine with me that there is a knock at the door, we go over to it, open it up, and in walks a man with a beautiful Armani suit, a fedora hat, and big smile on. “I have great news for you,” he says. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

When Your First Choice Is God's Second Choice

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

A sermon about the providence of God as discovered in the life of Paul.

Acts 16:7-8 KJV After they were come to Mysia, they assayed to go into Bithynia: but the Spirit suffered them not. [8] And they passing by Mysia came down to Troas. I. INTRODUCTION—THE CHALLENGE OF CONTENTMENT -One of the most challenging spiritual battles that many face in our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:7-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Wrong Motive For Prayer

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

Sometimes we pray for the wrong reasons. Exploring Pharoah's desire to spend one more night with the frogs.

Exodus 8:8 KJV Then Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron, and said, Intreat the LORD, that he may take away the frogs from me, and from my people; and I will let the people go, that they may do sacrifice unto the LORD. I. INTRODUCTION—MOTIVES A. General Archibald Alexander—Men are ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:8

Denomination: Pentecostal