Sermons on Knockout Blow:

Aaron's Rod Is Turned Into A Serpent Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 13, 2022

The Apostle Paul (2Timothy 3:6), spoke of two magicians as the notable opponents of Moses and called them "Jannes and Jambres." (See the Tar-gums of Jerusalem and Jonathan.)

Aaron's Rod Is Turned Into A Serpent Exodus 7:11-12 11. Then Pharaoh also called the wise men[4] and the sorcerers [3]: now the magicians of Egypt[2], they also did in like manner[5] with their enchantments[1]. Magic was practiced in Egypt, and they consisted of the arrangement and employment ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 7:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

This Is What My Peaceful Doves Have Taught Me – Will I Heed The Lessons? Part 2 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 29, 2022

Nature is a great teacher and the creation is full of meaning. In studying the behaviour of small doves, I have gained an insight into their habits and lives. There are lessons for Christians we can learn from them. This is Part 2 and develops those lessons.

THIS IS WHAT MY PEACEFUL DOVES HAVE TAUGHT ME – WILL I HEED THE LESSONS? PART 2 OF 2 This is PART 2 of the message on doves. The peaceful dove (zebra doves in the USA – exotic bird) is an Australian native. See PART 1 for the introduction to this story. We have been looking at Lessons we can ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12, Matthew 7:1-5, Matthew 25:35, James 1:9-10, James 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 12:21-25, James 4:1-3, Galatians 5:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tomorrow May Be Too Late - Ecclesiastes 11 Series

Contributed by Robert Austin on Jul 29, 2022

In my Bible, this chapter titled “Invest in Life.”

Tomorrow May Be Too Late - Ecclesiastes 11 Last time we were in Ecclesiastes, we saw Solomon’s Portrait of a Fool in chapter 10. Now, in chapter 11, Solomon is starting to wrap up his thoughts. In my Bible, this chapter titled “Invest in Life.” This may seem to contradict with the concept of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Storms

Contributed by Val Black on Oct 29, 2022

The storms in life come in many forms but God is sovereign over every one of them.

STORMS (Given on February 3 – Sunday Evening Service) A Psalm of David. Psalms 29:1-11 (From the New Living Translation) 1. Honor the Lord, you heavenly beings; honor the Lord for his glory and strength. 2. Honor the Lord for the glory of his name. Worship the Lord in the splendor of his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:37-41

Denomination: Charismatic

Where’s The Bench?

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 1, 2022

One of God’s biggest problems with the church is complacency. It has been a problem in every age. One of biggest the problems of complacency is wanting someone else to do it.

WHERE’S THE BENCH? Texts: Matthew 7:26 & James 1:22 Matthew 7:26 And everyone who hears these words of mine and does not act on them will be like a foolish man who built his house on sand (NRSV). James 1:22 But be doers of the word, and not merely hearers who deceive themselves (NRSV). ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:26, James 1:22

Denomination: United Methodist

The Ministry Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 4, 2022

We want to look at the Holy Spirit in context to our overall Biblical study of God. We keep in mind that Holy, creator God is One. We also keep in mind that there is one God in three-person, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

The highway department hired a new painter to paint the lines on the road. The first day on the job he painted lines on a five mile stretch of road and he was the talk of the department. The next day he did well again, but this time only two and a half miles. Still, it was very good. On the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:14, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Zechariah 4:6, 1 Corinthians 2:10-11, Romans 8:26-27, Ephesians 5:18, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Brothers Go Together Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 15, 2022

We, as the church, are truly better together.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION - Speak on the goodness of our being together this morning - This series called “We Are Better Together” - Intentional in pointing our minds to unity as a church family and as part of the churches of Christ. SAME-SIDE SQUABBLE Sometimes people within the same ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following Jesus: Mark 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Part 1 of 16. In this series, we follow Jesus chapter-by-chapter through the Gospel of Mark. This is Mark 1.

Following Jesus (1) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/1/2017 ILL. I read a story earlier this week about a high-school graduate applying to college. As she filled out her application she came across a question that made her heart sink. “Do you see yourself as a leader or a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Contrasting Christmases

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 20, 2022

This message reveals a contrast seen within the Christmas story, a contrast between those who are ready and willing to receive the good news, like the shepherds and the Magi, or Wise Men, and those who are not, like King Herod and the religious leaders of that day. Come and See.

Contrasting Christmases Psalm 1; Luke 2; Matthew 2 Someone has said that life is full of contrasts, and as far as I can determine, they are right. But most of these contrasts are self-determined. Psalm chapter one deals with the main contrast, the one that determines all the rest. It involves the ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

"it Wasn't A Very Hallmarkish Christmas"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Dec 26, 2022

This was preached at a Christmas Eve service.

Title: It Wasn’t A Very Hallmark Christmas” Scripture: Mt. 1/Lk2 Type: Christmas Eve Message Where: GNBC Christmas Eve 2022 Intro: Tonight, I want to take us back in time to that 1st Christmas Eve. I want to compare and contrast the events, mindset, and mentality of the nativity of Christ to ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Poor In Spirit (All Saints Sunday)

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Nov 7, 2023

Jesus spoke to the Disciples, and to the crowd, but He also speaks to us. He spoke to the 'poor in spirit' and explained that they were blessed. But, who and what are the poor in spirit? This sermon attempted to answer that question.

Opening and Introduction In today's Gospel lesson, we heard the introduction to the most famous sermon that Jesus delivered, the Sermon on the Mount. 1. Setting the Stage When we align all four of the Gospels, we see that a lot has already happened with His ministry. He’s been baptized by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Philippians 4:8, Romans 7:15-18, Psalm 51:1-3, John 3:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Is Real! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 3, 2023

You never hear the story of Jesus birth start with "Once Upon a Time" because this was an actual historical event in history!

Christmas is Real – Jesus is Real – therefore you do not have to be alone! This is the School Christmas Program Message tonight! You see the phrase "Once upon a time" is a stock phrase used to introduce a narrative, typically in fairy tales and folk tales. It has been used in some form ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17, Mark 1:1-8, Luke 1:1-4, John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The World’s Two Greatest Events - New Year Sermon (Part 1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 3, 2024

I am excited about this New Year! Let me tell you why I am excited about this coming year. Why? This could be the year that the Lord Jesus will return to rapture His Church.

We all look forward to big events in our life. • Opening our first paycheck • Driving alone for the first time • Graduating from college • Birth of a child • Getting married • Enjoying a great meal • Going to see a football game. Life is filled with all kinds of events that we look forward ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

He Goes Before You Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 14, 2024

The Lord carried you thus far. He is going before you and he will guide you, lead you. He will reward you. May God be with you and bless.

Text: Deuteronomy 1:29-40 Theme: “The Lord Goes before You”   Greetings: A Happy and a Prosperous New Year 2024! The Lord is good and His love endures forever!!   Introduction: Deuteronomy means “Second Law”. This Book of Deuteronomy is didactic rather than historical. It consists of a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:29-40

Denomination: Methodist

Pack Your Pew

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 30, 2024

This message was preached for our "Pack Your Pew" Sunday with the emphasis of why coming/going to church was important. One of my emphases was that coming here is not nearly as important as going somewhere.

PACK YOUR PEW Why Do I Need To Go To Church Anyway? Hebrews 10:25 OPENING ILLUSTRATION: This story deals with a rather old fashioned lady, who was planning a couple of weeks vacation in Florida. She also was quite delicate and elegant with her language. She wrote a letter to a particular ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Baptist