Sermons on Learned Men:

Paul: The Perplexity Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Feb 18, 2008

Series on men and women’s prayers in the Bible made a difference and how prayer truly is a difference maker in our lives. I borrowed the outlines from SermonCentral Pro Contributor Tim Byrd.

Paul: The perplexity of prayer 2 Corinthians 12:7-12:10 Many years ago Garth Brooks sang a song called “Unanswered Prayers” and in this song he goes to a home town football game with his wife and they run in to one of his old girlfriends and his past comes back to him and he states in the song ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel: The Pay-Off Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Jan 22, 2008

Series on men and women’s prayers in the Bible that made a difference and how prayer truly is the difference maker in our lives. I borrowed the outlines from SermonCentral Pro Contributor Tim Byrd.

Daniel: The Pay-off of Prayer Daniel 6:1-6:28 In his book Deep Thoughts, Jack Handey writes: There used to be this bully who would demand my lunch money every day. Since I was smaller, I would give it to him. Then I decided to fight back. I started taking karate lessons. But then the karate ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation--Lessons From Kobe Bryant

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jul 22, 2003

What can we learn when a role model falls? How can we avoid the same in our lives

Where have all the good role models gone? From accusations of questionable moral behavior for Alabama coach Mike Price who was thought to have a squeaky clean record to the recent accusations of rape against LA Lakers star Kobe Bryant, it seems role models have hit the skids. Kobe will have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12, James 1:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Sick Society, Weak Saints And A Strong Savior

Contributed by Henry Lee Clay on Jun 11, 2005

In order to be used mightily by God as an instrument of His deliverance and healing to others, we must learn to trust Him completely.

A SICK SOCIETY, WEAK SAINTS AND A STRONG SAVIOR H Lee Clay From the decadence of Sodom and Gomorrah to the debauchery of Herod and Herodias we have seen in times past the despair, the decay, and the decline of a dysfunctional and dilapidated humanity. Solomon in his God-given wisdom declared ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:37-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Hallmarks Of True Love Series

Contributed by David Asch on Nov 21, 2005

At it’s heart, the Book of Ruth is a love story. And since it is Scripture, we can learn a lot from it…

THE HALLMARKS OF TRUE LOVE Ruth 3:1-18 INTRO: Today I want to talk to you about love. What is love? How do you define it, describe it? Here’s one attempt to do that… Show clip from Moulin Rouge where love is described as a series of song titles… Hallmark cards that purport to tell us the meaning ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Psalmist Trail

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 20, 2021

the life of David was certainly a trail of sin but David also learns God is able to help get his life straightened up.

Psalm 25:1-10 “The Psalmists Trail” 1. The psalmist prays for God's mercies he has had a trail of sin • Because he is suffering affliction for sins • Enemies are taking advantage of his weakened state they attack with false accusations 2. The psalmist has a great desire, 4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

"Saints Find Life" Romans Part 7 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 30, 2007

In Romans chapter 5 we learn from Paul that those who find Jesus- the “Saints” find life – eternal life!

“Saints find life!” Romans pt 7 Opening Video Illustration: Life is like a train ride! Show movie in part B we opened up with video clip about the rapture and with the question are you ready? If Jesus was to come back right now! Thesis: In Romans chapter 5 we learn from Paul that those who find ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Submit To One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 6, 2009

In this lesson we learn that submission is the essence of Christianity, and leads to the freedom from having to have our own way all the time.

A. I like the old story of the ship captain who looked into the dark horizon one night and saw faint lights in the distance. 1. Immediately he told his signalman to send a message, “Alter your course 10 degrees south." 2. Promptly a return message was received: “Alter your course 10 degrees ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peter's Perplexing Passage

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jun 5, 2007

A couple possible interpretations of one of the Bible’s most perplexing passages and some valuable lessons we learn from it.

Peter’s Perplexing Passage I P. 3:18-20 INTRO.: There are many difficult passages in the Bible. In fact, Peter says Paul wrote some things hard to understand II P. 3:15, 16. This could also be said of some of Peter’s writings. Especially this passage, regarded by some as the most difficult to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Clear Eyes. Full Hearts. Can't Lose. Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018

The New Testament records Jesus healing seven different blind men. And in each case He employed a different method. God is a God of variety. He seldom saves two people the same way.

INTRODUCTION You might recognize the title from the television series, “Friday Night Lights.” When I moved from Alabama twenty-four years ago I thought High School football was big there, but I soon learned that, like everything else, High School football is HUGE in Texas. The movie “Friday Night ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

Sold Out To God Or To The World? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 18, 2005

What are the signs of good leadership? Abram exhibits them as he and 318 men take on a whole army. Then Abram must make a choice - serve God or the world. How would you respond?

In these two chapters we have two amazing accounts - the first of Abram and how he routed a whole army with 318 men - and the second, we get our first real glimpse at what many feel is the pre-incarnate Christ - Melchizedek. Verses 1 - 12 The city-kings around the Dead Sea paid tribute to ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Godly Husbands

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 6, 2009

Healthy marriages aren’t just possible, they are guaranteed if we’ll but walk close to God, applying his marriage principles; this message is an encouragement to husbands to be the men God has called us to be.

Husbands MPM Men’s Retreat May, 2008 “If your spouse is an idiot, you’re a double idiot for marrying them.” - Gary Chapman This talk is for everyone... You young men...take notes now, set yourself up for success. You single men...rejoice in your gifting now (1 Cor.7:7), prepare for what God has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Saints Find Life" Rms Part 6 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 18, 2007

In Romans chapter 5 we learn from Paul that those who find Jesus- the “Saints” find life – eternal life!

“Saints find life!” Romans pt 7 Opening Video Illustration: Life is like a train ride! Show movie. Thesis: In Romans chapter 5 we learn from Paul that those who find Jesus- the “Saints” find life – eternal life! Scripture Text: Romans 5:1-21 1Therefore, since we have been justified through ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Second Chances

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 2, 2004

Grace so amazing that it offers second chances. Learn about the unfairness of God’s grace and get some relief!

Second Chances The Unfairness of Grace 12/03/03 I. Introduction In Medieval Persia, Earth’s mightiest and most mysterious kingdom, a king and his son defeat the powerful Maharajah, looting his palace of priceless treasure, including an extravagant hourglass and a mysterious dagger. What the Prince ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fetching Your Miracle Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on Aug 24, 2009

(PowerPoint slides are freely available by emailing emile@wolfaardt.com)Learning from Jesus how to walk in the miraculous.

Journeying with John - It’s a Blast (Jwj-18) Fetching Your Miracle John 4:43-54 This morning I want to invite you to open your Bibles with me to one of the most profound expressions of faith in all of Scripture. I think you’ll agree with me on that by the time we are done. It has been two ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: *other