Sermons on Life Preparations:

God’s Love Is For Everyone!

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Sep 11, 2019

no matter what we have done, God still loves us

Now all the tax-collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to him. And the Pharisees and the scribes were grumbling and saying, 'This fellow welcomes sinners and eats with them.' (Luke 15:1-2) The verses you just heard are only a small portion of a lengthy conversation Jesus had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal

Abraham: A Midrash Extravaganza Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 7, 2019

Abraham was in the position to be the ultimate example for justification by faith for several reasons.

Abraham: A Midrash Extravaganza (Romans 4:1-25) 1. There aren’t many Abraham jokes out there. To get this one, you have to know a little about computers and the life of Abraham. 2. Abraham announced to Isaac one day that he had decided to upgrade their family computer to Windows 10. So they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Crucial Elements For Effective Worship

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

What Worship Requires

CRUCIAL ELEMENTS FOR EFFECTIVE WORSHIP 1 CHRON. 16: 29 1. INTRODUCTION. TO LEAVE CERTAIN ELEMENTS OUT OF CERTAIN PRODUCTS CAN HAVE AN AFFECT ON THE OUTCOME OF THAT PRODUCT WHICH CHANGES THE DYNAMICS OF THAT PRODUCT. IF YOU LEAVE SUGAR OR SWEETENERS OUT OF A CAKE, IT CHANGES THE DYNAMIC OF THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:29

Denomination: Baptist

God's Amazing Grace

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

THE GRACE OF OUR GOD

GOD’S AMAZING GRACE GEN. 6:6-9 1. INTRODUCTION. EVERY LAST ONE OF US HAVE THINGS THAT WE ARE THANKFUL TO GOD FOR. WE THANK HIM FOR HIS LOVE, HIS MERCY, HIS FORGIVENESS, HIS LONG SUFFERING TOWARDS US, THE BLESSINGS THAT HE BESTOWS ON US, FOR OUR FAMILIES, OUR FRIENDS, OUR JOBS, FOR THE FOOD HE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:6, Genesis 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Emancipator

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

FREEDOM

THE GREATEST EMANCIPATOR JOHN 8:36 1. INTRODUCTION. DOWN THROUGH THE YEARS, HISTORY HAS INTRODUCED US TO SEVERAL GREAT EMANCIPATORS. MOSES, WHO, UNDER THE DIRECTION OF GOD, FREED THE ISRAELISTES FROM THE BRUTAL BONDAGE OF SLAVERY UNDER THE HANDS OF THEIR EVIL AND WICKED EGYPTIAN TASK MASTERS ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36

Denomination: Baptist

Encounters - The Demoniac

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Nov 1, 2018

Jesus finds us even when everyone has given up on us.

Encounters - Conversations with Jesus The Demoniac November 4, 2018 • This story is told in Matthew, Mark and Luke. (Synoptic Gospels) Luke 8:1b-3 NIV The Twelve were with him, 2 and also some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases: Mary (called Magdalene) from whom seven demons had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jehovah Nissi- How To Have Victory Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 3, 2018

This is the 12th sermon in the series "Knowing God".

Series: Knowing God [#12] JEHOVAH NISSI- HOW TO HAVE VICTORY Exodus 17:15 Introduction: I’m going to try not to start this sermon with a rant; but I am going to hit a “touchy” subject for some people. This morning we are going to study the name Jehovah Nissi which means God is my banner. As I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:15

Denomination: Baptist

I Sent The Holy Spirit Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2018

All of you together are Jesus' body, put in place by the Holy Spirit

Note: The Bible by Jesus will be used throughout this lesson unless otherwise noted after each Bible reference. A. THE HOLY SPIRIT AND I ARE ETERNAL 1. Trinity. One God in unity, the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit; equal in nature, separate in person, submissive in duties. 2. Equal. “In the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:13, 1 Corinthians 12:27

Denomination: Baptist

The Sonship Names Of Christ Lesson 8

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 27, 2018

Sonship Names of Christ

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The Father’s favorite name for Jesus is Son (Ps. 2:7). 2. Jesus always referred to the First Person in the Trinity as Father, except on the cross. 3. There are 19 Sonship names of Jesus: a. The Son of the Highest – Luke 16:22 b. The Carpenter’s Son – Matt. 13:55 c. The Son ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:7

Denomination: Baptist

When Pigs Fly Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Nov 27, 2018

We take a look at Jesus and His encounter with the demonic called Legion. Through this encounter maybe we can find out what Jesus wants with us and how sometimes finding freedom can make us uncomfortable. We also can find that we need a relationship with Jesus in order to change

In today’s Scripture we find Jesus in the country of Gerasenes, where He encounters a man possessed by many demons. I think this guy would have probably been a frightening site, he ran around the tombs naked and cut himself with stones, we are told that when they tried to chain or shackle him he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Greatest Gift Of All

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 22, 2018

A Christmas Message

2 Corinthians 9:15 INTRODUCTION • It’s the season of giving here in America • God’s Word has a lot to say about giving I. Proverbs 18:16 A man's gift makes room for him and brings him before great men. A. There have been many bad interpretations of this passage. 1. Some have said that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15, Proverbs 18:16, John 3:16, Genesis 32:20-21, John 4:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Family Names In Stone Owen Cemetrey Decoration Day 2017

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 19, 2018

We have headstones to mark the place of loved ones here at Owen Cemetery as we remember their lives and their names. I was fascinated to discover that right from the very start of the Bible people had been using stones to mark graves.

Family Names in Stone Owen Cemetery Decoration Day Service 2017 Well I hope you have a spot in the shade as we enjoy this summer like day. We gather here today to reflect and remember loved ones who have gone before us to their eternal reward. While the parting of a loved one is difficult it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:45-49, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Biblical Road Map To Now

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 25, 2018

In our new technologically advanced society the idea of a “Superman” or “Superwoman” has given birth to “Transhumanism. Will it lead to a “Singularity” of machine and humanity creating a hybrid species? A.I. instead of the Great I AM? What about prophecy

The Biblical Road Map to Now Genesis 1:10 Matthew 24:36-39 Last week we celebrated Pentecost Sunday which is referred to as the “Birth of the Church” Well as we know if something is born it must also grow develop and go through various stages or ages. I believe that we are nearing an age when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Parable Of The Toy Story(Much More Than A Toy)” Series

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Jun 26, 2018

In Toy Story, Buzz Lightyear is given to a boy named Andy Davis from his mother as a birthday present. He also believes that he is a real space ranger,rather than a toy. Buzz Lightyear quickly becomes Andy's favorite toy. There is a great similarity to us

Introduction: Inspiration and Similarity: In Toy Story, Buzz Lightyear is given to a boy named Andy Davis from his mother as a birthday present. He also believes that he is a real space ranger, rather than a toy. Buzz Lightyear quickly becomes Andy's favorite toy, making Andy's original favorite ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Truth

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Jun 30, 2018

4th of July - We Hold These Truths to be Self Evident - what is truth

What is truth? I chose this passage today to help create a foundation for all of us as we look at Independence day, the day when the Declaration of Independence was signed. In fact, one of the best known statements from our Declaration of Independence states that our declaration is based on ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-38, John 8:31-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed