Sermons on Jars Of Clay:

A Fresh Start Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 7, 2008

Sometimes in life we need a fresh start and Jesus offers us that.

The Journey of Life – A Fresh Start Slide This is an exciting time for Hickory Creek. This new facility provides a perfect opportunity to make a fresh start in our ministry. It is an opportunity to minister to new people and begin new ministries. It is exciting to have these opportunities to start ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Step Into Hope Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Feb 5, 2012

Each one of us is on a Journey. At certain points in our journey each of us face decisions, a crossroad if you will. Which way will we go? In what direction will the next step we take be? Often it is at these crossroads of life that the Lord meets us

Steps along Life’s Journey A Step into Hope - Sermon 1 John 4:4-29, 39-42 Intro Slide I just had my birthday this past week. I turned 46. Not to be morbid, but as I look ahead, I realize that most likely I am more than half way through my earthly life. Birthdays for me are times when I take a ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-28, John 4:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Names Of God

Contributed by Ricky Taylor on Dec 13, 2014

How the names of God in the Old Testament are fulfilled by Jesus in the New Testament

The Names of God Exodus 1:13, “And Moses said unto God, Behold, when I come unto the children of Israel, and shall say unto them, The God of your fathers hath sent me unto you; and they shall say to me, What is his name? what shall I say unto them? 14 And God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM: ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pruned For God's Glory Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 12, 2025

When life feels most overwhelming, God lovingly prunes us—not to punish or limit us, but to free us from distractions, deepen our roots in Christ, and make us abundantly fruitful for His glory.

Pruned for His Glory John 15:1-5 Why is it that when life feels most chaotic—our calendars full, our energy drained—we feel the least spiritually alive? What if the very chaos we’re resisting is what God is pruning to make room for real growth? We look across life’s horizon and see endless ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Coming King

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 3, 2002

This parable of Jesus tells us to: 1. Be Alert. 2. Be Prepared. 3. Be Filled.

I can still remember the excitement and confusion in the 1980’s which surrounded the publication of a booklet by Edgar Whisenant, a former NASA engineer, entitled 88 Reasons Why the Rapture Will Be in 1988. He sent his book out free to people all over the United States. There must have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Out Of Weakness Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on May 18, 2004

It can be so difficult to handle our personal weaknesses, but know that God is using them for His glory.

Out of Weakness Purpose Driven Life #35 Cornwall/Montreal May 8, 2004 When children come to Jesus they come knowing they are not particularly strong. This is to their advantage, and this is what Jesus knew when He brought them forward to bless them. Matt.19.13-15- Jesus saw something that others ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:27, Matthew 19:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's That I Smell? Series

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 2, 2002

Our worship and adoration is a sweet smelling fragrance in the nostrils of God!

I. A New Fragrance A. Text: II Corinthians 2:14-16 “…thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of him. For we are to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16

2 Baskets Of Figs Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 9, 2005

A study of one of the visions that God gave Jeremiah.

Sermon preached by Rev. Larry C. Brincefield on October 31, 2004 Title: 2 Baskets of Figs Text: Jeremiah 24:1-7 Introduction 1. There are great many things that divide us into groups… We are divided by our sex…there are men and women… We are divided by race…blacks, whites, Hispanics, and so ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 24:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus' Picture Of God

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 14, 2010

God is patient in his call to salvation and service, but his punishment and discipline will follow when either is rejected.

Jesus’ Picture of God Matthew 21:33-46 INTRODUCTION A. Heard the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” B. Why do we take pictures? 1. Some are overly zealous about taking pictures. 2. Imagine the people developing pictures, “What in the world did this person take a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

Jealousy Of God Series

Contributed by L Lee on Sep 17, 2010

Learn more about the character and attributes of God. It is difficult to please God or respond to Him appropriately if we do not know what He is like.

Jealousy of God 1. God is a jealous God Exo 34:14 Do not worship any other god, for the LORD, whose name is Jealous, is a jealous God. God is soooooooooo jealous, the Bible says you might as well say His name is called JEALOUS. 2. What does it mean to us? We must not have other gods before ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:14

Denomination: Christian Church

"Can I Really Believe The Bible?" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on May 31, 2018

There are also millions who still ask the question … can I really believe the Bible? How can I know that it is actually true and based on fact? How do I know that it is actually God’s word? How do I know that God is actually the author?

“Can I really believe the Bible?” 2nd Peter 1:20-21 and 2nd Timothy 3:14-17 The slide you see here is the Museum of the Bible. It is located in Washington D.C. Let me give you a few quick facts about it …. • The total square footage is 430,000 • It is 8 stories high • It cost over 500 million ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20-21, 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

"can I Really Believe The Bible?"

Contributed by David Henderson on Feb 17, 2020

I still have the first Bible I ever received. Got it as a child. I now over 30 Bibles.

“Can I really believe the Bible?” 2nd Peter 1:20-21 and 2nd Timothy 3:14-17 The Museum of the Bible is located in Washington D.C. Let me give you a few quick facts about it …. • The total square footage is 430,000 • It is 8 stories high • It cost over 500 million dollars to build • If you wish ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Clears The Temple Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 17, 2014

Jesus clears the Temple

Jesus Clears the Temple John 2:12-25 12 After this he went down to Capernaum with his mother and brothers and his disciples. There they stayed for a few days. 13 When it was almost time for the Jewish Passover, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 14 In the temple courts he found men selling cattle, sheep ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Right Mind-Set: Tempted To Think Right Thoughts Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 20, 2017

How Christlike are your thoughts? How Christlike are your actions? How Christlike is your daily life? Do you have the mind-set, the attitude of Christ, in every aspect of your life?

The right mind-set: Tempted to think right thoughts We continue in our series on Discovering Your Destiny and for the next few weeks we are going to focus on having the right mind-set. Today our topic is Tempted to think right thoughts. The verse I want us to consider together this morning is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:10-11, 2 Corinthians 4:1-18, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Can I Really Believe The Bible?

Contributed by David Henderson on May 12, 2018

The Bible is the best-selling book of all time. It is also the best-selling book every year. Since 1815 we believe there have been over 5 billion Bibles printed. It is available now in 2150 different languages. Now to me that’s pretty impressive.

“Can I really believe the Bible?” 2nd Peter 1:20-21 and 2nd Timothy 3:14-17 Let me give you a few facts about the Museum of the Bible, located in Washington D.C. …. • The total square footage is 430,000 • It is 8 stories high • It cost over 500 million dollars to build • If you wish to see ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist