Sermons on Larry Wise:

Spending And You Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 27, 2006

Money cannot buy happiness, but misusing it can buy gloom.

Spending and You: Theory (topical) 1. When a woman in my office became engaged, a colleague offered her some advice. "The first ten years are the hardest." "How long have you been married?" I asked. "Ten years," she replied. 2. Well, it is true that the first ten years typically are the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Peril Of Proud Praying! Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

The parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector is an interesting lesson about pride and humility, which raises three questions: (1) Why did you come to church? (2) What is your attitude in church? and (3) How will you go home?

The Peril of Proud Praying! Luke 18:9-14 by Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION A man with three sons inherited a little over $1 billion dollars. Since he now had all this money, he offered to buy his sons anything they wanted. He stressed money was no object. His first son said he had always wanted ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

God's Requirements For Revival: Seeking God Series

Contributed by Rick Flowers on Jan 15, 2002

If our nation will ever turn back to God, it must begin with Christians first! In the work of the Lord, we can so easily forget the Lord of the Work! I hope these messages will remind us of the importance of keeping our walk with God the priority of our l

Pastor Rick Flowers First Baptist Church of Flushing (Third of a four-part series) "God’s Requirements For Revival - Seeking God" 2 Chronicles 7:11-15 As we have seen to this point, the first two "Requirements For Genuine Revival" are Humility and Prayer. Today we will consider the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-15, John 8:1

Denomination: Baptist

New Years - Now Is The Hour

Contributed by Rick Kallstrom on Jan 28, 2003

This morning I want to share with you my dream and my vision for each of us individually and for all of us together as a church united.

A few short days ago, as the clock struck midnight, we said goodbye to the year 2002 and welcomed in the new year of 2003. It seems that every year we get excited about having a new start, a new beginning, a new opportunity, and a new resolve to make positive changes in our lives. Most people ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rev It Up, Hop It Up, Tone It Up, Tune It Up

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 21, 2003

Some things need to be revved up.

INTRO.- ILL.- One lady said, “I always do my exercises regularly every morning. Immediately after waking I always say sternly to myself, “Ready now. Up. Down. Up. Down!” And after two strenuous minutes I tell myself, “OKAY, NOW TRY THE OTHER EYELID.” ILL.- Mark Twain once said, “The only way ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Growth In Giving Means Church Growth" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 6, 2008

If a church is going to grow as God has commanded us to, by making disciples, the people must give to support the ministry of the church.

In Exodus 35 & 36, we read about the construction of the Tabernacle. The details of that construction are laid out in these two chapters. It is conservatively estimated that the Tabernacle would cost approximately ten million dollars if it were constructed in the US today. The construction of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Show Your Love For The Lord

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 9, 2016

How can we show our love for the Lord Jesus Christ? 1. Give glory to the Lord (vs. 7-11). 2. Speak up about His salvation (vs. 10-12). 3. Demonstrate the difference Jesus has made in your life (vs. 13).

Show Your Love for the Lord Acts 4:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 26, 2015 BACKGROUND: *In Acts 3, Peter and John were on their way to pray at the Temple. But they were stopped by a beggar who had been lame for all of his life. The man asked for money, but: 6. . . ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Walking With God Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016

If there is one thing to summarize the message of 2 John, it’s walking with God. 2 John teaches us how to walk with Jesus and he’s does it in 300 words. And if we will take what John says and do it, we’ll experience "a joy that's complete."

Walking with God Hannah Kaufold tells the story of signing up to lead a pilgrimage across northern Spain to visit the remains of one of Jesus’ BFFs: St. James. It was 500 miles long. She thought she was signing up for this cool adventure where she got to talk about Jesus and go for a long ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

A Thanksgiving Classic

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Nov 27, 2002

Some things are classics...a car...a Wendy’s Hamburger. Psalm 100 is a classic Thanksgiving Psalm

Larry C. Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net Title: A Thanksgiving Classic—Psalm 100 Text: Psalm 100 Introduction There is an old Hebrew legend that the harp of David at midnight . . . when the wind swept across the strings; would give forth beautiful music. A writer commenting on the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

The Parasites Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Feb 15, 2009

Discouragement is like a parasite that comes along side us and sucks the very life out of us – if we let it!

Ever felt like your life was the most unlucky of all? No matter what, the human spirit can be an amazing thing. Take for example the case of Larry Hanratty, who was named by the Los Angeles Times in 2007 the most unlucky man in California. This poor man was nearly executed to death in a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

God Answers "Knee Mail" Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 14, 2012

Prayer is a key element to our walk with God. Parents should pray and teach their children to pray as well.

1. LBJ Prayer Story When Lyndon Johnson was President, he had several guests in for a meal at the family room of the White House. LBJ had given the honor of praying for the meal to journalist Bill Moyers (an ex-Baptist minister). As Moyers began to softly pray, LBJ - who couldn’t understand ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Advent Week 3 - 2012 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 18, 2012

How critical is the truth of the virgin birth to the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Can it be cast aside and not impact all of the Holy Bible?

Today is the third Sunday of Advent The whole reason for the Advent was to initiate the new covenant and to save the lost. Explain relationship and use of husband/divorce language in Bible Matthew 1:18-25 “18 This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Acecpting Your Calling

Contributed by Larry Breeden on Oct 2, 2006

When God calls you to service, Go!

Accepting Your Calling Rom 11:13 INTRO: A. Paul’s Hebrew background 1. Native Hebrew Ro 11:1 I say then, Hath God cast away his people? God forbid. For I also am an Israelite, of the seed of Abraham, [of] the tribe of Benjamin. 2Co 11:22 Are they Hebrews? so [am] I. Are they Israelites? so [am] ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:13

Denomination: Baptist

Living The "High Life."

Contributed by Larry Finley on Jun 30, 2009

How the "High Life" leads to the Low Life.

LIVING THE ‘HIGH LIFE’ June 24, 2009 Esther 1 1. Can You Name a Book of the Bible a. God/Lord/Jehovah never appears? b. Prayer/worship/sacrifice never mentioned? c. Shortest BK in OT Obadiah – 1 Chap. 6xs God/Lord 2. Esther a. Exile of Jews because of their sin – no winking i. 2 Kings ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

After You Have Suffered A While

Contributed by Larry Grant on May 18, 2025

The world will make you nervous, the world will try to unsettle you! BUT don’t put your trust in the things of this world! Put your trust in Jesus and He will settle you upon a sure foundation.

1 Peter 5:8-11 After You Have Suffered A While May 18, 2025 WE NEED TO STRENGTHEN OUR WALK WITH GOD! We are told that we need to be "sober and vigilant". Being watchful means that we need to get serious in the church. The Devil is Real - Here, he is called "Adversary". This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-11

Denomination: Baptist