Sermons on Kauri Pine:

Evidence That Demands A Choice

Contributed by William Mouser on Feb 27, 2005

Jesus’ presentation of his person and mission forces a decision for him or against him, a choice which abides with those whom he has rescued from the power of Satan.

Third Sunday in Lent Deuteronomy 6:1-9; 20-25 Luke 11:14-28; Eph. 5:1-14 “Evidence that demands a choice” Several years ago a Christian apologist named Josh McDowell wrote a book on Christian apologetics entitled Evidence That Demands a Verdict. It is still in print today. The title of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:14-28

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Dec 2, 2003

Are you thankful? Have you given thanksgiving to God lately? It is one of the greatest Christian priviledges to be able to return our gratitude to our God on Thanksgiving Day and every day of our lives.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Today’s Sermon Title Thanksgiving By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. L.L.D Four days away is the day that has been set aside in the USA which we celebrate our national thanksgiving day. This day was observed many years before this years ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, James 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Advent Adventure

Contributed by Dennis Fakes on Dec 6, 2003

Repentance leads to an adventure with Christ.

The ADVENT ADVENT-ure 1In the fifteenth year of the reign of Emperor Tiberius, when Pontius Pilate was governor of Judea, and Herod was ruler of Galilee, and his brother Philip ruler of the region of Ituraea and Trachonitis, and Lysanias ruler of Abilene, 2during the high priesthood of Annas and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lifestyle

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Feb 16, 2004

A sermon for the 6th Sunday after the Epiphany

6th Sunday after the Epiphany Luke 6: 17-26 "The Lifestyle"   17 And he came down with them and stood on a level place, with a great crowd of his disciples and a great multitude of people from all Judea and Jerusalem and the seacoast of Tyre and Sidon, who came to hear him and to be healed of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Confession For Cleansing

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007

The background for this psalm is II Samuel 11-12. We read where David lusted after his neighbor’s wife, committed adultery, made the hasband drunk, had him killed, and then covered the whole affair for at least a year. In the opinion of many, this is on

CONFESSION FOR CLEANSING--PSALM 51 Introduction: The background for this psalm is II Samuel 11-12. We read where David lusted after his neighbor’s wife, committed adultery, made the hasband drunk, had him killed, and then covered the whole affair for at least a year. In the opinion of many, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

When God Makes An Appearance

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 13, 2006

When God Makes An Appearance 1) We say, "WOE!" 2) But He says, "NO!" 3) Then He says, "GO!" God’s unconditional love moves us to unconditional service (Sermon theme adapted from sermon theme by Professor James Tiefel of Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary in Me

(Sermon will begin by playing the opening bars of Also Sprach Zarathustra, the theme song from the movie “2001: A Space Odyssey.”) When you hear this music, don’t you expect the arrival of something awesome? Indeed today we do get to preview an awesome sight: the glorious God of the universe. We’ll ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

He'll Give You Double For Your Trouble

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Jan 8, 2007

No matter what you are going through, God will reward you for going through the difficult times and stuggles of life. He Will Give You Double For Your Trouble

Introduction: In our world today the Christian circle is suffering. Christians suffer because of who that are in Jesus Christ. Pastors are under attack because of who they are in Jesus the Christ. Suffer, just what does that mean? Webster’s dictionary says that suffer is to feel pain: to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18

Denomination: Baptist

Sharpen One Another

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Feb 22, 2006

Purpose: Have the listener realize we all need a friend to help us stay sharp in Jesus.

"Sharpen One Another" Scripture: (Proverbs 27:17) Purpose: Have the listener realize we all need a friend to help us stay sharp in Jesus. Introduction: The mayor of Philadelphia and his wife were sitting at a McDonald’s restaurant one day when the mayor noticed his wife in deep conversation ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Other

The Race

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 12, 2007

Paul teaches us that we are all in a race..there are no spectators.

The Race - 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 From time to time as I prepare for our Sunday Worship sermon time, God tells me that I need to reveal little secrets about myself. The problems is that sometimes I am afraid that since we are still getting to know each other it might give some of you an excuse ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Congregational

Proverbs 25 - Similitudes And Instructions Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Sep 27, 2013

This is a verse by verse look at chapter 25.

We will now look at chapter 25. 1 These also are proverbs of Solomon which the men of Hezekiah, king of Judah, transcribed. Proverbs 25:1 (NASB) Hezekiah's story is told in 2 Kings 18-20; 2 Chronicles 29-32; and Isaiah 36-39. He was one of the few kings of Judah who honored the Lord. By contrast, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction To The Book Of Ruth Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 19, 2013

A basic intro to Ruth, discussing its biblical and historical setting, basic story line, theme, author, date, outline, major and minor characters, location and basic teachings with a concluding discussion question about participant goals for the study.

Introduction to the Book of Ruth Series: Ruth June 16, 2013 NOTE: If you would like to have the formatted student study sheet that goes along with this week’s intro study with a helpful chart and a color map, write and request it at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Ruth 1:1-5 – ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting Room: Refining Moments Series

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Jun 21, 2010

Part Three from a series of messages titled “The Waiting Room”: discovering what God reveals to us in these moments of waiting.

The Waiting Room “Refining Moments” We began a series titled the Waiting Room with the purpose of discovering what God reveals to us in these moments of waiting. Romans 8:28 (NIV) And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-7

Denomination: Foursquare

Independent Jonah And The Rescue From Doom Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 15, 2008

God mercifully rescues Jonah in a specatular way showing his control over all things.

Last week we started a sermon series on the life of the prophet Jonah. Independent Jonah, as we’re calling him for his I-know-what’s-best attitude, shares some similarities with the Indiana Jones character from the Steven Spielberg movies. Both got into their share of tight spots and both managed ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

What About The Bible? Part-1 Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 19, 2008

The Bible is trustworthy and the more we learn through archeology and other sciences, the more its message is confirmed. The Bible is sure footing for this life and it is a treasure to be valued more than any other treasure on this earth!

What About The Bible? Part-1, II Timothy 3:16 The Old Testament Introduction I heard the story about a formerly pagan New Hebrides chieftain who sat peacefully reading the Bible, when he was interrupted by a French trader. “Bah,” he said in French, “why are you reading the Bible? I suppose the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Christian Church

Live With An Ascension Attitude

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 6, 2008

Live with An Ascension Attitude 1) Cheer the great things Christ has accomplished 2) Count on Christ’s continuing rule for your benefit

The cost of gas has gone up again. It’s predicted to keep rising until it hits $1.40 per litre this summer. How does that make you feel? Does your stomach churn as you calculate the cost of driving to work? Are you rethinking that summer camping trip? Do you fear what other costs will go up as a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 47:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran