Sermons on Just Passing Through:

The Day Of The Lord 2000 And Beyond!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 17, 2001

Are you really ready for the Day of the Lord?

If you are reading this on January 1, 2000 or shortly thereafter, then we are all still here and civilization like time is still marching on. If you are reading it, say June 2000 then we still managed to get by since you must have a computer to read it and they are fixed. If all the true ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:18-21, Isaiah 13:6

Denomination: Baptist

Cains Way

Contributed by Michael Cotie on Mar 18, 2001

Description of Cains way and his wife’s choosing to follow it.

Cain’s Way Sunday P.M. 03/18/2001 Intro: The question before us is where did Cain’s wife come from. We are told that after he killed able Cain dwelt in the land of Nod and Cain knew his wife. Genesis 4:16 & 17, "And Cain went out from the presence of the LORD, and dwelt ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 22, 2001

The cross is the central symbol of Christianity. It reminds us of humankind’s sinfulness and of God’s love and power to save us.

Sermon for Good Friday, Year C Based on Isa. 52:13-53:12 & Jn. 19:17-42 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “The Cross” The cross…All of us here today, along with the writers of our scripture passages from Isaiah and John; indeed, the whole world share one thing in common—the cross. We, along ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-42

Denomination: Lutheran

No Room In The Inn

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

OUR TEXT STATES THAT THERE WAS NO ROOM IN THE INN. THE SCRIPTURES DO NOT TELL US WHY THERE WAS NO ROOM. WHAT DO YOU THINK?

NO ROOM IN THE INN Luke 2:1-18 OUR TEXT STATES THAT THERE WAS NO ROOM IN THE INN. THE SCRIPTURES DO NOT TELL US WHY THERE WAS NO ROOM. I. The Natural Reason there was no room for Christ in the Inn. A. The reasons why there was no room in the inn. 1. Undoubtedly Bethlehem’s inn was full because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Cycles Of Life

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 12, 2002

one of a series on Acts

Cycles of life Some people worry about what they feed their puppy. Puppy Chow is strange thing for people to worry about in my opinion. To me it’s a bit silly - I guess I’m just not into pets like some people. Americans spend billions of dollars a year on food for dogs! And Purina gets its cut ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marriage The Right Person Series

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 21, 2002

Part 3 of 5 "The Lord of the Rings" The key to a great marriage is marrying the right person!

Quest for the Sacred Rings Lord of the Rings (part 3 of 5) “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if he has enough money to complete it? 29 For if he lays the foundation and is not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

Meekness Versus Anger Series

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Mar 28, 2002

As Christians, we need to channel our anger towards commitment and service within the kingdom of God.

"Living the Blessed Life: Mercy Versus Anger" -by Antonio L. Torrence, Cross of Life Lutheran Church Text: Matthew 5:5 I. Introduction A. Citius, Altius, Fortius- Faster, Higher, Stronger- that is the Olympian theme. Citius, Altius, Fortius- a chant that has dominated our minds for a fortnight ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Lutheran

Titus And Good Works

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Christians must devote themselves to doing what is good.

Thesis: Christians must devote themselves to doing what is good. I. INTRODUCTION TO TITUS. A. What do we know about Titus? < Not much! > 1. Name appears 13 times in NT, never in Acts. 2. Converted by Paul and worked closely with him (1:4 ... Biological? Adopted? Spiritual!) a. Involved in ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-15

Doing Community

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: We create community when we restrict our freedom for the sake of others.

Thesis: We create community when we restrict our freedom for the sake of others. Intro.: 1. "I WANT TO DO WHAT I WANT TO, WHEN I WANT TO, AND I DON'T WANT ANYONE TELLING ME WHAT TO DO!" a. Sound familiar? b. Words of someone (demanding their rights / expressing their personal freedom). c. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Sticks, Stones And Words

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Criticism cannot be avoided and it always hurts--respond well! Intro.

Thesis: Criticism cannot be avoided and it always hurts--respond well! Intro.: 1. It was a great moment in the history of Israel--God was going to select Israel's first king. a. Samuel gathered all Israel at Mizpah. b. Selection process began (20-24). c. Everybody was happy .... or were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-27

How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You As He Led Gideon

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit led Gideon to a point in his life where he was willing to make a public display of his commitment to the Lord. The Lord said to Gideon, ‘Peace! Do not be afraid. You are not going to die.’ So Gideon built an altar to the Lord there and cal

1. The Holy Spirit led Gideon to a point in his life where he was willing to make a public display of his commitment to the Lord. The Lord said to Gideon, ‘Peace! Do not be afraid. You are not going to die.’ So Gideon built an altar to the Lord there and called it The Lord is Peace." (Judges ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Need To Be Like Children

Contributed by Joe Farnella on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: Children are adorable, I think someone that hurts one as society has a tendency to do is really deranged.

Intro: Children are adorable, I think someone that hurts one as society has a tendency to do is really deranged. Look at few choice things that they say to Pastors. I know God loves everybody but he never met my sister. (8) My father should be a minister, every day he gives us a sermon about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-14

How Can The Lord Help Us Maintain A High Standard Of Ethics In A Compromising Culture?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

What are some of the Biblical guidelines for sound ethical practices? 1.

What are some of the Biblical guidelines for sound ethical practices? 1. Remember to follow the basic principles of solid ethical standards taught by Moses. "Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another." (Lev. 19: 11) 2. Let the Spirit of God help you develop a mature sense of ethics in ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Measured Success

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Today, many people measure success in terms of their economic, educational or social achievements.

Today, many people measure success in terms of their economic, educational or social achievements. Jesus determined that His life was successful when He said to the heavenly Father, "I have brought you glory on earth by completing the work you gave me to do." (John 17:4) True success is never ...read more

Scripture: John 17:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A New Heart Or A Wicked Heart

Contributed by William Sessums, Jr. on Apr 28, 2001

Contrasts and compares a new heart given by God to the old sinful heart with Scriptures from Jeremiah, King David, and Paul.

"A New Heart or a Wicked Heart" Jeremiah 17:9 Jeremiah 17:9-"The heart is deceitful above all things, And desperately wicked; Who can know it?" Being well aware of where you are this morning, you may be wondering what this scripture has to say to you. After all aren’t we all Christians? Won’t ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9, Psalm 51:10

Denomination: Church Of God