Sermons on John Mark:

It Is Good To Praise

Contributed by David Nolte on Nov 27, 2016

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“It Is Good To Praise” Psalm 92:1-4 David P. Nolte When we use the word “good” we might mean one of four things. “Good” might mean “fortunate or favorable.” For instance, if your car has a flat tire, you may say, “It’s a good ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Advent Of Jesus Means The Advent Of Eden

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 4, 2016

Jesus isn't just like an ambulance rushing to our rescue, he's also like a resort shuttle bus, for he is coming to take us to paradise.

Take a look at the two vehicles pictured on the screen. Which one is more like Jesus? The ambulance or the Disney-resort shuttle bus? On one hand since Jesus comes to rescue us from our sins and from eternal death, you could say that he’s like the ambulance. On the other hand Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Blessing Of Mary's Faith

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 9, 2016

Mary did something with her wonderful news. She walked in faith!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Have you ever had a mountaintop experience with your faith, something happened and you are on a spiritual high, you are ready to do whatever God wants you to do and you are ready to share the gospel of Jesus with everyone! • Mary MOST definitely had a mountaintop ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of The Lord

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 15, 2016

Funny thing about joy, we all want it but few know how to keep it. the Joy that the Lord gives is not based upon possessions or circumstances.

The joy of the Lord Introduction- this sermon was gleamed from materials from SermonCentral and its contributors. Good morning, we have been looking at the character of God as we celebrate the Advent season. Last week we began with hope. All our hope is to be wrapped around a loving God that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-8

Denomination: Nazarene

What Difference Has Jesus Made In Your Life?

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Dec 17, 2016

When Christ came to Earth, He changed the world. When He comes into our lives, our lives are transformed. The Christmas message is that a huge change has taken place because the King has taken his place.

What Difference has Jesus made in your Life? Pastor Glenn Newton, December 11, 2016 14 Therefore the Lord himself will give you[c] a sign: The virgin[d] will conceive and give birth to a son, and[e] will call him Immanuel.[f] (Isaiah 7:14) Luke 2: 8-20 8 And there were shepherds living out in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Nazarene

"No Room"

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 19, 2016

I would guess that many of us can identify with this statement because we feel the same way at this time of year. We have no room. There are several things that begin to happen when we get to this point. None of them are good.

“No Room” Luke 2:1-7 You may not want to know that there are only two weeks left until Christmas. Hopefully you have been getting ready, you have made your list and checked it twice and you will even have some time to slow down and enjoy the season. I am of the belief that may people, probably ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Jesus Is My Rewarder And We Are Serving Him

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 23, 2016

To show that we need to be a slave of CHRIST not of men for the LORD JESUS CHRIST is Both the Rewarder and the Reward.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a slave of CHRIST? Yes. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to be a slave of CHRIST not of men for the LORD JESUS CHRIST is Both the Rewarder and the Reward. IV. TEXT: Colossians 3:24 (Amplified Bible) Knowing [with all ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sing A New Song To The Lord

Contributed by Peter Reece on Jan 1, 2017

Expounding on Isaiah 42: 1 - 10 - the character of the Suffering Servant. Christmas is over, now what? Or even, so what? What was the character of the young Jesus really like? What new thing will God do in our lives this year?

Isaiah 42: 1—10 Sermon notes Christmas is over and for many it is a time of recovery from the pressures of celebration, from the trials of family, from the financial expense of the 'Retail spirit of Christmas'. Instead of being tall upstanding oak trees, deeply rooted in the words of scripture, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-10

May I Be More Like Christ In The New Year

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jan 3, 2017

This is a New Year's message based on Philippians 3. Paul had looked back at his life in Judaism, and realized he still needed to be growing to become more like Christ.

MAY I BE MORE LIKE CHRIST IN THE NEW YEAR! Philippians 3:2-14 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ January 01, 2016 Audio Link to this sermon: http://chirb.it/fsdJd1 INTRODUCTION: 1.) On this New Year’s Day we reflect on both the past and also the future. 2.) Because we have been given ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:2-14, Philippians 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bona Fide- A Study Of James- Genuine Christian Living- Part 1- Introduction Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jan 9, 2017

Part 1 of our James sermon series on Bona Fide Christian living

Bona Fide A study of James Genuine Christian living Part 1 Introduction “Miraculous” “Revolutionary” “The Greatest Ever” In today’s world we are slammed with claims of greatness From the TV commercials selling hair care products to cars To Magazine ...read more

Scripture: James 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

Presents And Presence Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 11, 2017

This is a focus on Jesus and his teaching about how God answers prayer. Sometimes he answers with Presents (gifts/literal blessings) and sometimes he answers with something better, his Presence.

1. Many Uses for Prayer A young man goes into a drug store to buy 3 boxes of chocolate. The pharmacist asks, ”What size, small medium or large?” "One of each." he said, "I’ve been seeing this girl for a while and she’s really beautiful. I want the chocolate because I think tonight¡¦s "the" night. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12, Matthew 11:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peace Through Contentment Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 11, 2017

Although facing great adversity, Paul had learned to be content. The Lord had been faithful to provide the strength he needed to endure whatever trials or difficulties he faced. We too can learn contentment and receive strength for our trials.

Peace through Contentment Philippians 4: 10-13 Our text today offers a compelling and intimate look within the heart of Paul. This letter to the Philippian church was penned from a Roman prison. Paul was bound, and unable to minister freely as he once did. The possibility of execution loomed each ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Vision Of Purpose

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 15, 2017

The church faces many difficulties and obstacles while serving the Lord. While these are unavoidable, we do not have to allow them to defeat us. We must maintain our focus on the Lord and follow the vision He has provided.

A Vision of Purpose Ephesians 3: 20-21 The church at Ephesus was dear to Paul. His ministry among them spanned three years. The church there began with just twelve believers (Acts 19:7), but through faithful effort they experienced amazing growth. Knowing the success in Ephesus, Paul desired them ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Bless You!

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jan 29, 2017

In the opening of his Sermon on the Mount, Jesus talks about eight ways we can experience God's blessing, God's assurance that all will be well despite our feelings in the moment. Some blessings are for now; others for the life ahead. Jesus fulfills all!

Matthew 5:1-12 Bless You! What if you could be content no matter how tough life got? What if you could know for certain that things would turn out ok? Jesus says you can, without a doubt. Today I have a sermon on a sermon, in fact the most famous sermon ever preached! Matthew 5-7 contains Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

It's Easter--Are You Listening?

Contributed by James Hickman on Mar 18, 2016

Jesus had give several clues that his crucifixion would not be a defeat; he would be victorious over death. Christian are sometimes prone to fear and discouragement because the fail to listen to Jesus' promises.

It’s Easter—Are You Listening? Luke 24:1-12 Hanging with the drop, the Guillotine, the electric chair, the gas chamber, and lethal injection are all, like crucifixion, means of execution. Yet, they are unlike crucifixion in on important way. Strange as it might seem to our modern ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist