Sermons on Joe Smith:

Your Struggle For Integrity Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 7, 2008

the caommandment not to stealis a commandment to maintain one’s integrity in everything we do.

1 What images come to mind when you hear the eighth Commandment "You shall not steal" (Exodus 20:15; Deuteronomy 5:19)? You shall not take what doesn’t belong to you. If you are like me you might have an image of a masked thief in a stripped shirt climbing over a wall with a bag of loot over his ...read more

Scripture: Amos 8:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

A Rabbit Resurrection

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 19, 2018

What if we came alive in Christ? What if we let our faith live and breathe outside of our cage? What if Jesus raised us up to have a resurrection kind of faith? What if we lived believing that Jesus can bring us back to life?

A Rabbit Resurrection John Chapter 11 As Palm Sunday approaches Jesus is moving from safety to danger The Holy Land was split in four sections ruled by four brothers As long as Jesus did not cross the line He would be safe from Herod As long as you and I don’t cross the line we’ll be O.K. too ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dealing With Diversity Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 3, 2010

What I do affects you!

Dealing With Diversity Romans 14:13-18 Rev. Brian Bill 10/3/10 I had a really rough week, especially at the beginning. Untold numbers of people were very mean to me. Whether it was on the phone, via email, through Facebook, or in person, I felt attacked on every side. The persecution was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Two Hats

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 12, 2008

One hat is a dress hat, the other is a work hat. When we profess to be Christian, we start wearing a hat. But which hat do we choose? Text, audio & Communion message will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

Someone once asked, ‘What good are cowboys?’ I replied that without cowboys, there would be no cowboy songs or western movies or cowgirls. Have you ever noticed how cowboys seem to have pretty good judgment? Of course, a lot of good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of experience ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: *other

The Pitfalls Of A Mature Believer Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 18, 2003

As we grow in Christ we realize just how much freedom we have in Him. But what about the immature believer - what do we do with our freedom if it causes our brother or sister to stumble or be distressed?

For an audio copy of this message, go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Paul the Apostle wrote these words: (1 Corinthians 13:11) When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put childish ways behind me. What was it like for you when ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

It's Time To Wake Up Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007

The reality of Christ’s return challenges all believers to a more serious and devoted life.

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO What Happens When A Person Dies Series It’s Time to Wake Up! 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Introduction: It’s time to wake up! I could be talking to Josh Stinnet and Andee Burnett, but I’m not. Most of you may not haven’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“thou Shall Tell The Truth (9) Series

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Apr 25, 2011

"Hello Sister Tabitha, this is Ananias and Sapphira calling you; are you going to be tomorrow for the church? Just asking… we sold the property and we will give ALL the money to the church. I thing you qualify to be helped… so don’t miss the opportunity.

ILL. The story is told of Joe the Butcher who had crafty ways of selling his chickens. He had one chicken left, and he didn’t want to keep it over the weekend. The priest of his church came into the store. He said: “my wife sent me to buy a good size chicken to roast for dinner. ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Christ - The Home Builder

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 4, 2004

This sermon is about the "building blocks" for a Christian home.

“CHRIST: THE HOME BUILDER” Col. 3:15-21 INTRO – Have you ever tried to play Jenga? Fun family game. Object: Remove blocks 1 at a time and place them back on top without knocking tower down. Starts off easy. Blocks come out quickly and easily. Lots to choose from. But as game progresses, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-21, Colossians 3:5-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Why Freedom?" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 29, 2004

What does freedom mean for the Christian?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 4, 2004 Why Freedom? Galatians 5:1, 13-25 INTRODUCTION: Today, the 4th of July, our country celebrates its 228th birthday. That’s 228 years of freedom. Freedom from what? Most of us probably don’t think much about it. We take too many things for granted. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-23

Denomination: Methodist

Why It Is Important To Learn To Cope With Imperfections

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 30, 2002

Why It is Important to Cope With Imperfections - 2 Cor. 12:9,10

Why It is Important to Learn to Cope With Imperfections - 2 Cor. 12:9,10 Quote:Don’t let the littleness in others bring out the littleness in you. The following types of people have a difficult time coping because of their inability to cope with imperfections of various types. 1. Perfectionism ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stumbling Stone Or Building Block Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 8, 2008

What is Jesus and His gospel to you?

Stumbling Stone or Building Block Romans 9:30-33 * How many people here want to go to heaven? Over the years, I have heard many stories about preachers asking that question. * One preacher stood before his congregation and asked, “If you are ready to go to heaven, please stand?” And the entire ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Rules Of A Pentcostal Church

Contributed by Rick Macdonald on Aug 8, 2001

As we look at spiritual gifts, we need to first look as love.

Title: The Rules of a Pentecostal Church Text: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8 Date: November 5, 1995 By: Pastor Rick MacDonald Introduction: Life is governed by rules. Without rules - absolutes - we become people who have no boundaries and therefore are controlled only by our urges. As a result we live ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The One And Only Gospel

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Sep 13, 2002

All must come to obedience of the one and only true gospel of Jesus Christ.

Introduction: I. Shh, don’t speak too loudly or someone might hear you. A. They might hear you say there is only one church 1. They might hear it is mandatory for a person to be baptized to be a Christian 2. They might hear you disagree with their understanding of the gospel. 3. Shhh, don’t let ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Clanging Pots Series

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Oct 27, 2004

A series of 3 sermons from 1 Cor 13

Childrens sermon - clanging pot, glasses w/ water ILL >>>In her book, Living with Love, Josephine Robertson tells a story. "In 1883, a youthful clergyman, the Rev. Joe Roberts, arrived by stagecoach in a blizzard to minister to the Indians of Wyoming. This great, wild area had been assigned to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Ya'll Come

Contributed by David Cramer on Mar 6, 2016

A message on answering the call from the Lord.

Put a hand up Close Your eyes and repeat after me. Lord you are welcome in this place. Now say it like you mean it. Let's put the bad things from our week at the door to His house John 4:24 "God Is Spirit and those who worship Him must worship in Spirit and Truth." WORSHIP This is my Bible I am ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible