Sermons on Jesus Anointed For Burial:

Boys Will Be Boys!

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Oct 7, 2008

This is a sermon that deals with the influance that we can have on others on our children and learn from the example of some other children who did the right thing.

“Boys will be boys” Daniel 3 10/07/08 There is a saying that shares the title of my sermon, “Boys will be boys”. It is not that I disagree with the saying, but I do not believe it can be used as an excuse for the wrong doings that boys often do. I like to look at it rather as a reference ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:10-29

Denomination: *other

Preparing For The Best Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Oct 14, 2008

Persecution can and is real. The key is how we approach it. Peter offers 2 lessons of encouragement: We must "Cultivate Christian Love" and "Practice the Lordship of Christ".

INTRODUCTION Persecution is real for the believer. While it comes in many different ways, it is real – The group we’ve been studying about in 1 Peter suffered this horror in much a different way than we do as Christians today: Dr. M.R. DeHaan put it this way: In the early days of the church. . . , ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Empowered To Engage Part 4 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 15, 2008

We are to appreciate our special place in the Body of Christ.

If you have a choice, which part of your body can you live without? I think you would answer with the famous line of the vitamin commercial, “I want to be complete.” Well, according to 1 Corinthians 12:27, “Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.” [1] I believe God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Is That In Your Hand?

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Oct 21, 2008

It was only with a shepherd’s staff that Moses parted the waters of a great sea, that he commanded natural disasters and demanded water from a rock. It was in the great lesson of a simple stick that when anything is given to God it wields mighty power!

“What is that in Your Hand?” Exodus 3:16-4:2a It happened several times a week, almost without fail. Whether they lined up against the wall of the gymnasium, the local ice rink or the snow bank for the back-roads hockey, it was always the same. The leaders picked him last. Last for basketball ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Divine Encouragement 2 Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 10, 2008

Exposition of Acts 18:1-17 about the encouragement Paul got from God in Corinth

Text: Acts 18:1-17, Title: Divine Encouragement, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/9/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Talk about the saints that experienced depression and discouragement: Joseph, Moses, Joshua, Job, Elijah, Jeremiah, Spurgeon, and Luther—talk about his wife telling him God is dead. B. Background ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Power Of Grace Series

Contributed by Ben Thomas on Nov 14, 2008

We are in the presence of God because of Grace, Mephibosheth is the perfect example in the OT in demonstrating the grace.

2 Sam 9:1-13 LoDebar to City of David “is there anyone still left of the house of Soul” Mephibosheth – 17 year old when he came to David Meaning – destroying the shame 1. He lives in LoDebar ( without pasture) In the house of Mechir – meaning “Sold” Also he was crippled in both feet ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13, Matthew 20:1-15, 2 Samuel 9:1

Denomination: Church Of God

A Christmas Catalog

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 24, 2008

The Word of God is a gift catalog and contains a list of priceless items that every person should avail themselves of.

A CHRISTMAS CATALOG Isaiah 9:6,7 MOST HOMES HAVE AT LEAST ONE CATALOG, if not more. They come regularly. They come often. They come without request. But when the advent season arrives, they descend upon us in droves. Every trip to the mailbox ends with an armload of these slick winter ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Heavens Hero Noah Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 25, 2008

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Heaven’s Hero, Noah Noah as one of heaven’s heroes stands out as a man who heard the word of God and by faith responded to it. For 120 years Noah continued to trust and depend upon God while he obeyed God’s commission to build an ark and preach to an ungodly generation without any proof that God’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Being A Non-Conformist Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 1, 2008

This message examines the necessity for Christians not to conform to the world.

These words were scribbled on the tomb of an Anglican bishop in the crypts of Westminster Abbey..."When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world. As I grew older and wiser, I discovered the world would not change so I shortened my sights somewhat and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanksgiving Or Thankskeeping

Contributed by David Welch on Dec 2, 2008

Thanksgiving Message

Thanksgiving or Thankskeeping Gratefulness and thanksgiving stem from a clear focus on the goodness of God. Without a fundamental focus on the goodness of God, there can be no consistent meaningful gratitude in the heart of man or thankfulness from the mouth of man. The appreciation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The God Shaped Hole In All Of Us (We Need God)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008

This is a sermon focusing on the impact of God’s presence on our lives.

Matthew 23:13 13 "Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You shut the kingdom of heaven in men’s faces. You yourselves do not enter, nor will you let those enter who are trying to.” “The God-Shaped Hole in all of Us” I’m sure none of you have EVER experienced the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Christmas Promise

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Dec 21, 2008

A promise given to David centuries ago led to the birth of a baby in Bethlehem.

A CHRISTMAS PROMISE Text: 2 Kings 16:1 – 9 Introduction: • Title of sermon is “A Christmas Promise” • What does this text have to do with Christmas? • Israel was ruled by Saul for 40 years, by David for 40 years, and then by Solomon for 40 years. • Following the death of Solomon, Israel split ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 16:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

How To Miss Christmas

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Dec 22, 2008

A mini-sermon i shared on a Sunday night after a last minute change of plans, plenty of room for expanding and improvement.

How to miss Christmas Luke 2:1-12 Intro: Ask for important figures relevant to the Christmas story (write down responses) We forget a prominent figure in the birth of Christ was Herod. In fact they dynasty began by Herod the Great covers 4 generations of rule in Israel and we are witness to 4 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

David The Paradox Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 5, 2009

David is a mix of the Good, the Bad and the Ugly, but he understands God’s grace.

David the paradox 2 Samuel 22 The good the bad and the ugly David – a great hero of the faith Passionate worship – Psalms Goliath Heroic deeds 2 Samuel 22 – placed at the end of the story – written early in the story speaks of a Passionate relationship with God. You might feel uncomfortable ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-51

Denomination: *other

Daniel Chapter 10b Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Jan 11, 2009

Daniel’s example to us on waiting on God for answered prayers

Daniel – Chapter 10b Chapter 10 Outline I. Fasting And Prayer (10:1-9) a. The Fast (10:1-4) 1. The Duration (10:1-3) 2. The Location (10:4) b. The Feast (9:5-12) 1. The Man’s Apparel (10:5) 2. The Man’s Appearance (10:6) 3. The Man’s Affect (10:7-9) II. Hindrances and Deliverances ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:10-21

Denomination: Baptist