Sermons on Last Will And Testament:

Mouth To Mouth Manipulation

Contributed by Chris Manning on Oct 15, 2005

What we say can have a lasting effect on who we are saying it too. The art of communication is just as deadly as the art of war.

Matthew 22:15 KJV Then went the Pharisees, and took counsel how they might entangle him in his talk. In the coral reefs of the Caribbean, live a small fish know as the Kissing Fish. It only grows to about two to three inches long. It is mostly known because of its quickness and the fact that it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15

Denomination: Apostolic

That Troublesome Tongue

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 19, 2001

The things we say have weight and meaning and they have long lasting effects. This message tells us how to control our tongue.

James 3:1-12 "That Troublesome Tongue" By Pastor Mark Hiehle When I was growing up, there was a phrase that I heard that sounded good but was as false as false could be. Whenever I was teased or put down, the phrase would run through my mind as a retort, but deep down I knew it wasn’t true. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

The Heart Reader Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 24, 2006

Last in the series, "Life After the Wedding," this message features more spiritual perspectives on marriage, and practical tips for staying far from adultery.

The Heart Reader Series: Life After the Wedding, part 6 Wildwind Community Church February 26, 2006 David Flowers Big thought for today: If God wants marriages to be healthy, and if marriages are the product of a union between two spirit beings (which we are if you believe human beings have ...read more

Scripture: John 2:23-25

Denomination: Free Methodist

The No-One-Ever-Told-Me Syndrome Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Mar 27, 2007

Unearth the motivation and reasoning behind Christ’s last words to his disciples in this breakdown of the Great Commission from Luke’s perspective.

“The No-One-Ever-Told-Me Syndrome” Luke 24:45-53 (From “Easter Linebacker” video intro) TRANS: Again, not your best method for relating to your culture, but it sure makes us think, doesn’t it? It’s one way to open up the eyes of those round us, eh? Speaking of eyes being open, how about a quick ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-49

Denomination: Baptist

Am I Not To Drink The Cup?

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Mar 31, 2007

The cup of Jesus was seen several times during the last week before the cross. This lesson centers on His cup and why it had to be drunk.

Am I Not To Drink The Cup? (John 18:1-11) Introduction: A. About this time of year, 2000 or so years ago, the greatest event in the history of mankind took place. It took place in a country that most people saw only as a tool, no longer as a theocracy. It took place in the shadows and cover of ...read more

Scripture: John 18:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rsvp Spiritual Attire Required Series

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 10, 2007

God is planning a party that will last for eternity. You are invited. You have been sent an invitation but it says RSVP Spiritual Attire Required.

Hugh Downs of 20/20 fame tells the story of attending a function in Washington with his wife. When the time came for them to return home they found that their flight had been cancelled due to bad weather. Downs called the front desk and learned that they could catch a train but it left in 45 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Blessing Of A Hungry Heart Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 16, 2007

The only fulfilment in life is to hunger and thirst for God and the things of God. Nothing else in this world can bring true happiness and lasting blessings.

The purpose of the Sermon on the Mount is to inform God’s disciples of the qualities they are to possess and display to a watching world. So far we’ve come to see that a blessed Christian is someone who is: “Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” • Blessed are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Exaltation Through Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 31, 2007

Expostion of the last part of Peter’s sermon in Acts three about the exaltation of Christ through the forgiveness of the people who killed Him

Text: Acts 3:17-26, Title: Exaltation Through Forgiveness, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/5/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Old Joe was dying. For years he had been at odds with Bill, formerly one of his best friends. Wanting to straighten things out, he sent word for Bill to come and see him. When Bill ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:17-26

Denomination: Baptist

Will Anyone Even Remember Me? Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Jan 8, 2008

This message explores the God given desire to have a deep and lasting impact. Inspired by "The Seven Longings of the Human Heart" by Mike Bickle.

("DeathBed" - ReliantK Music Video) The saying goes something like there are two certainties in life, death and taxes. And near the end of the year, as a middle aged pastor, I find myself pondering both. This past year I preached Victor’s funeral, and then a few weeks later traveled to Kansas ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

So You Call Yourself A Pastor 3 Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 16, 2009

Exposition of Acts 20:28-31 about the last two of four charges that Paul gives the Ephesian elders about how to pastor

D. Opening Ill: tell a story about Fred Osgood, the only person who ever questioned anything I did… B. Background to passage: the setting is Miletus where Paul has decided to stay, not going to Ephesus because there is not enough time on his way to Jerusalem to carry the offering to the church ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Zechariah’s First Vision Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 14, 2021

Message expounds Zechariah's first vision (1:7-17) and applies the encouragement to New Testament believers who encounter opposition and discouragement. An Outline of the book of Zechariah is also discussed.

This is the third message in our study of the book of Zechariah. In the previous messages we learned two truths that provide foundation for our understanding of the visions we encounter in the text today. 1st the THEME of the book is found in the meaning in Zechariah’s name. Zechariah means ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:25, Isaiah 3:1-13, Isaiah 55:1-13, Revelation 6:1-17, Hebrews 13:2, Proverbs 21:31, Haggai 2:1-23, Psalm 90:10, Haggai 1:1-15, Job 1:6-7, Zechariah 1:1-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Members Of One Body -Understanding Our Spritual Gifts

Contributed by John D Jones on Aug 10, 2011

The church at Corinth was one of the most gifted churches in the New Testament. Due to her misunderstanding of and misuse of those gifts, she was failing miserably in accomplishing the task God had given to her.

Members of One Body -Understanding Our Spiritual Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:1-13 The city of Corinth was a beehive of activity. It was a major city in the Roman Empire that had not one, but two major ports. Corinth was built on a land bridge between two separate seas and as a result became an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Advent: God Will Deal With Evil

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 12, 2009

Zephaniah is a little read and a little known Old Testament Prophecy but it is an important message for the world and for the Church. God will deal with evil, and there will come a day when he will rejoice over us with singing!

Five years ago I was invited to preach on this Bible passage at a service of ‘Evensong’ in Winchester Cathedral. When I was given the Bible passage (Zephaniah chapter 3) my first reaction was Zeph and what? I quickly realised there was a pun crying out to be used and so for a few days I tried it ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20

Denomination: Anglican

Having A Correct Attitude About

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Oct 13, 2011

The concept of the Fear of the LORD is found all throughout scripture. In the Old Testament there are at least 150+ verses that encourage those who are willing to listen how important this attitude is in our relationship with God.

HAVING A CORRECT ATTITUDE ABOUT THE FEAR OF THE LORD. DEUTERONOMY 10: 12-22. 1. A BIBLICAL APPRAOCH IS THE CORRECT WAY. A. There are times when Fear can be very beneficial. B. There are also times when Fear can also be very harmful. Definition: The fear of God is an awesome respect or ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Like An Alien

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Nov 1, 2011

Using Judah in the Old Testament as an example, this message explains how God's people are to live as "aliens" in this world while we await the return of Christ and eternity in our true, eternal kingdom.

INTRODUCTION * A hot topic in politics: illegal immigration = “aliens” - a resident born in or belonging to another country - a foreigner; unlike one’s own / strange or difference * We, as God’s people, are aliens in a spiritual sense (not new: the people of God in the OT ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1-14

Denomination: Baptist