Sermons on Jesse James:

Judging Character

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 26, 2017

We put a lot of priority into the way we look, but God sees on the inside. God values character over appearance, and can rightly help us do the same as we trust him.

1 Samuel 16:6-13 Judging Character In our western society, we truly value outward appearances. People in America spend thousands and thousands of dollars on face lifts, behind lifts, and everything in between. Don Knotts, the actor who played Barney Fife on the Andy Griffith Show, once said, “What ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-13, 1 Chronicles 28:9

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday - King Of Mercy

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 31, 2012

Palm Sunday is a day of stark contrast. An all powerful King enters on a colt, is rebuked by sinners who think themselves saints, and weeps over the city that is about to join in his execution.

Dakota Community Church April 1, 2012 Palm Sunday King of Mercy Today is Palm Sunday the day on the church calendar when we traditionally mark Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem beginning the final week of His life and leading up to the crucifixion on Good Friday followed by the glorious ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Mennonite

Building According To Code

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 15, 2011

Just as there is a building code for physical buildings, Paul clarifies the building code for Christians.

BUILDING ACCORDING TO CODE Text: I Corinthians 3:10 – 11, 16 -23 Back in October of 2010, there was a lot of talk on the radio about the infrastructure of our country. When they were talking about the condition of America’s infrastructure, they were talking about the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-23

Denomination: United Methodist

"Surely God Is My Salvation"

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 20, 2011

ADVENT 4 - The Lord God Almighty is truly our eternal salvation. God brings us comfort. Our eternal salvation means joy.

“SURELY GOD IS MY SALVATION” (Outline) December 19, 2010 - Advent 4 - ISAIAH 12:1-6 INTRO: Jesus did many miracles to reveal his divine power. Jesus also proclaimed the word of God to reveal his divine, miraculous power. At times the people of Jesus’ day paid too ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Hope Overflows

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 6, 2010

In this Christmas/Advent sermon I focus on the hope that we have in Jesus today and pray that your life will overflow with hope as you do life with Him!

Hope Overflows Romans 15:4-13 4 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. 5 May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's A Jungle Out There!

Contributed by Bob Coulter on Sep 28, 2011

Application of the message of Isaiah 11:6 in current culture.

Isaiah 11:6 says, “the wolf shall dwell with the lamb, the leopard shall lie down with the young goat; and the calf and the young lion together”. Theologians typically interpret by following a specific system (ie literal or symbolic). That often leads to a lot of confusing ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6-12

Denomination: *other

“called To Be King”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 24, 2013

What characterizes a heart that is fully given to God?

In 1 Samuel 8, we are told how the people of Israel asked for a king to lead them. When they made this request of Samuel he went to the Lord, and the Lord told him that they were not rejecting Samuel, but they were rejecting God from being king over them. Samuel was told to tell the people what the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

A New Thing. Series

Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Aug 10, 2014

God uses the ridiculous to exhibit the miraculous.

Text: Mark 10:46-52 KJV. And they came to Jericho: and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the highway side begging. And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou Son ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Daring Devotion

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on May 14, 2017

(Mother's Day sermon, but not limited to that day.) Hannah is famous as the mother who gave away her child. But she never stopped being a mother to him. Hannah gifted her son Samuel with a heart for prayer, praise, and service.

1 Samuel 1:1-28; 2:1-2, 18-21, 26 Daring Devotion In my research this week, I was able to uncover some words from mothers of very important people in history: COLUMBUS'S MOTHER: I don't care what you've discovered, Christopher. You could have written. MICHELANGELO'S MOTHER: Mike, can't you paint ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Field Of Grace

Contributed by Rick Chapman on Dec 22, 2022

As we read here, Ruth had entered this certain field. This field was not hers, but a man named Boaz.

THE FIELD OF GRACE Ruth Chapter 2 :1-18 As we read here, Ruth had entered this certain field. This field was not hers, but a man named Boaz. Here we see God put his plans into motion. Neither Ruth nor Boaz ever imagined what would transpire with them meeting here in this field of grace. I would ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Dancing With Wolves

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 30, 2023

The peace that Isaiah speaks of, the peace Jesus brings us, comes only when both the wolf and the lamb come at his call and obey his commands.

Everybody wants peace. Well, almost everyone. We all know people who are never happier then when they’re in the middle of a crisis, and of course there are terrorists and other people who try to get what they want by violence. But even those would probably say that they too want peace. It’s just ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"journey To Bethlehem: "can Anything Good Come Out Of Nazareth?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 29, 2023

The first in a four-part series for Advent.

“Journey to Bethlehem: Can Anything Good Come Out of Nazareth?” Luke 1:26-38 Early in Jesus’ ministry, when Philip, one of Jesus’ first disciples told his friend Nathanial: “We have found the one Moses wrote about in the Law, and about whom the prophets also wrote—Jesus of Nazareth…” Nathanial ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Everlasting Father Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 22, 2024

In a world filled with chaos, fear, and uncertainty, the prophet Isaiah offers us a timeless message of hope and assurance: that Jesus, our Everlasting Father, remains steadfast, compassionate, and sovereign through every trial and triumph.

Everlasting Father Isaiah 9:1-7 Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ What do you do when life feels overwhelming and chaotic? When King Jehoshaphat faced the imminent threat of the Moabites, Ammonites, and Meunites marching against Judah (2 Chronicles 20:1-37), fear gripped the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, 2 Chronicles 20:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of The Shepherd Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 26, 2024

Psalm 23 offers hope in the darkest hours. It has brought encouragement to the discouraged and strength to the weary. David leads us through a journey as he extols the unmatched care of the Shepherd for His sheep.

The Song of the Shepherd! Psalm 23:1 Introduction: Psalm 23 – one of the best known and most loved passages in all of the Bible. Visited many a saint and brought them comfort and hope in their darkest hour. Read at the bedside of the sick/dying… visited the discouraged and downtrodden and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of Death

Contributed by Shane Pierce on Oct 23, 2017

There is no doubt that if Jesus tarries, all will face a physical death. What are some of the realities that come with that. In this message it is pointed out why men die, and what will happen if they die without Christ.

The reality of death Scripture- 1 Chronicles 10:13-14 (KJV) So Saul died for his transgression which he committed against the LORD, even against the word of the LORD, which he kept not, and also for asking counsel of one that had a familiar spirit, to enquire of it; And enquired not of the LORD: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 10:13-14

Denomination: Baptist