Sermons on Life Markers:

I Am The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Paul Hammons on Mar 13, 2007

This is the final message in the “I AM” series. Jesus has described Himself as the “Bread of Life”, the “Light of the world”, “the Door”, “the Good Shepherd”, “the Way, the Truth and the Life” “The True Vine”, and “the Alpha and Omega”. Here He says, “I a

“I am Resurrection and the Life” - John 11:25 This is the final message in the “I AM” series. Jesus has described Himself as the “Bread of Life”, the “Light of the world”, “the Door”, “the Good Shepherd”, “the Way, the Truth and the Life” “The True Vine”, and “the Alpha and Omega”. Here He says, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25

Facing Your Giants: Take Goliath Down Series

Contributed by Max Lucado on Nov 1, 2006

These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. Our Goliath is always stalking us. We need to focus on God, not on our giant problem.

“TAKE GOLIATH DOWN” 2 Samuel 21:15-22 These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. THEME: Our Goliath is always stalking us. We need to focus on God, not on our giant problem. Introduction: He vies for the bedside position, hoping to be the first voice ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:15-22

Denomination: Christian Church

Facing Your Giants: Slump Guns Series

Contributed by Max Lucado on Nov 1, 2006

These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. It is never too late to get up when you have been knocked down.

“Slump Guns” 1 Samuel 30:1-6 These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. THEME: It is never too late to get up when you have been knocked down. Introduction: In Max Lucado’s book, Facing Your Giants, he relates the story that was not David’s finest ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-6, 1 Samuel 30:1-30

Denomination: Christian Church

Illness And Wellness Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 2, 2006

This message is the first in a series of four on “Illness Through the Eyes of Faith.”

ILLNESS AND WELLNESS Romans 12:1 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 INTRO: In the sitting area of a hospital lobby, a plaque hangs on the wall. It is the hospital statement of purpose. One of the stated purposes is to offer a “positive Christian interpretation of disease, disability, and death.” A man who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

God's Grace For Our Illness Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 2, 2006

This message is the second in a series of four on “Illness Through the Eyes of Faith.”

GOD’S GRACE FOR OUR ILLNESS Philippians 2:25-30 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 INTRO: In May 1983, the “Chicago Tribune” ran a story about a young father from North Manchester, Indiana. His name was David Gilmore. He told about the illness of his fifteen-month-old son, Dustin Graham Gilmore, that began ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

Learning From Illness Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 2, 2006

Third in series on “Illness Through the Eyes of Faith.”

LEARNING FROM ILLNESS Romans 8:28-39 INTRO: A pastor went to the hospital to visit a church member who was recovering from surgery. He was about to pray for this person when the patient said: “You know, Preacher, you really don’t need to pray about my gall bladder. The doctors have that under ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Baptist

When Illness Leads To Death Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 2, 2006

Final message on series “Illness Through the Eyes of Faith.”

WHEN ILLNESS LEADS TO DEATH John 11:1-44 INTRO: Many of you enjoyed the Mary Tyler Moore show. One of the most famous episodes was about Chuckles the Clown. In this episode, a clown named Chuckles is killed in a bizarre accident. He was dressed as a giant peanut at a parade. An elephant thought ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

When To Break The Law

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 9, 2006

As we think about the law of God let’s consider two thoughts: 1- There is SOMETHING greater than the law. 2- There is SOMEONE greater than the law.

INTRO.- ILL.- A policeman pulled over a car, walked up to the driver’s window, and asked the man if he knew why he was pulled over. "No," the man replied. "You failed to stop at the stop sign," the cop explained. "But I did slow down!" the guy argued. The cop shook his head. "You are required ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Chosen One

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 9, 2006

God’s Chosen One: 1- God cherished 2- Spirit inhabited 3- Heart builder 4- Hope producer

INTRO.- ILL.- A Milwaukee teacher took her first-grade class to a dairy where a guide showed the children through the entire plant, explaining the whole process. The tour over, the guide asked if anyone had any questions. One little girl raised her hand and said, “Did you notice that I’ve got on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Will Yet Praise You Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Nov 14, 2006

Part one of three-part series Emotions, this message deals with depression.

“I Will Yet Praise You” Emotions, part 1 Psalm 42 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers November 12, 2006 Have you ever been depressed? The story is told of a businessman whose wife was experiencing depression. She began to mope around and be sad, lifeless—no light in her eyes—no spring in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

John Prepares The Way

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006

John the Baptist prepared the way for us to know and trust in Christ.

John prepares the way Matthew 3:1-12 Are you ready to meet Jesus? How do you help others to prepare to meet Him? If you had been sent as the front man for Jesus to come into town, what would you do to make sure that hearts were ready to receive Him and His message? For 400 years God had been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus Revealed At His Baptism

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006

Who is Jesus? His baptism gives us great insight into the Only Begotten Son of the Father.

Jesus Revealed at Baptism Matthew 3:13-17 Many different groups have had different ideas over the years about Baptism. There is a wide variety of methods and meanings for Baptism in different denominations. Some believe baptism saves you and is therefore absolutely essential from infancy on. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus Series

Contributed by David Welch on Nov 17, 2006

Last in a series on unlikely heroes mentioned in Hebrews 11 using Jesus as an unlikely hero leading into ADvent.

Chico Alliance Church December 15, 2002 Pastor David Welch “The Ultimate Unlikely Hero” Unlikely Heroes Part Eight Introduction Hebrews 11:32 mentions six individuals used by God to accomplish eternal purposes. All of these individuals had some attribute that qualified them as unlikely candidates ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jesus, The Devil And Blasphemy

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 20, 2006

What Jesus did and does in regard to the devil, blasphemy and sin.

INTRO.- This title sounds like a pretty serious subject and it is! Life is serious stuff. Life is both serious and scary. In just a few weeks’ time we’ve had four school shootings in the US. If that isn’t serious I don’t know what is! Oct. 2, 2006: A gunman killed at least five people, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3 Responses To Jesus

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 22, 2006

Contrasting 3 responses to Jesus

3 Responses to Jesus Luke 8:26-39 Gladstone Baptist Church – 13/11/05 pm Last Sunday morning, I preached on Jesus calming the storm. He had told his disciples he wanted to go across to the other side of Lake Galilee – a journey of about 10km. In the middle of the lake a storm sprang up and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist