Sermons on Light And Darkness:

His Return Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Nov 10, 2009

Eight sermons that deal with eight unique characteristics of Jesus. Got the idea from Joe Causey.

“Eight Unique Characteristics of Jesus” “His Return” Luke 12:35-48 There’s a story about a lady who married a banker. He died and left her some money. She was looking for a little fun, so she married an actor, but he died a few years later. Then, she met a preacher and married him. She commented ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-48

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: A Man Of Godly Integrity Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Nov 13, 2009

Genesis 39:1-23. The familiar story of Joseph and Potiphar’s wife is used to teach us how to respond to temptation with godly integrity.

LESSONS FROM THE LIVES OF THE PATRIARCHS GENESIS PART 2 | PATRIARCHAL HISTORY JOSEPH: A MAN OF GODLY INTEGRITY GENESIS 39:1-23 [INTRODUCTION] I have never been a quitter. To leave office before my term is completed is abhorrent to every instinct in my body. But as President, I must put the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Your Giant Is No Giant To God

Contributed by Bartholomew Riggins on Nov 16, 2009

Facing our Giants of Life from the story of David facing Goliath.

On this day the last Sunday of the month of January already 2009, we greet you in the matchless, Name of Jesus, giving honor to God who is the head of my life and to Jesus who is the head of the universal church and this local fellowship, it is indeed an honor and a privilege to stand before you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:38-51

Denomination: Church Of God

Anticipating Advent: Unwasted Pain Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 28, 2009

When it feels like we’re in the Tribulation, we anticipate the coming of our Lord so we can grow through the pain, go on in confidence, and glow with the glory of Christ.

One day, a cowboy was driving down a dirt road with his dog riding in back of the pickup truck and his faithful horse in the trailer behind. He failed to negotiate a curve and had a terrible accident. Sometime later, a highway patrol officer came on the scene. As an animal lover, he saw the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Pray For One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 1, 2009

Praying for one another fervently and faithfully is our privilege and responsibility.

A. The story is told about three men were hiking one day and unexpectedly came upon a large, raging, violent river. 1. They needed to get to the other side, but had no idea of how to do so. 2. The first man prayed to God, saying, “Please God, give me the strength to cross this river.” a. Poof! ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Build An Ark Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Dec 4, 2009

When we follow the Lord, he gives us the most detailed instructions and provisions to accomplish the task.

George Mueller was a man of faith. He was a prayer warrior who financially supported missionary operations, especially orphanages in 26 different countries. Near the end of his life he admitted to reading the entire Bible about 200 times; 100 times on his knees. Apparently if you went to his house ...read more

The Resurrection Of Christ Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 2, 2012

In this sermon we examine the evidence for the resurrection of Christ.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. In our study of his letter to the Corinthians Paul has just concluded a long discussion regarding spiritual gifts. He now turns his attention to an issue about which ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Catching Foxes Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Mar 9, 2012

We must commit to removing any obstacle, obstruction, annoyance or pest that would ruin the relationship we have with our mate/date by hearing the alarms in our relationships and being students of each other in order to remove each other’s foxes and insec

PRAYER INTRODUCTION Let me start my message this morning with a little confession. I have a habit, an addiction that really drives my wife Paula crazy. I pop my knuckles. I try hard not to do it around her. ‘Cause I love her and I don’t want to annoy her, but sometimes I just can’t help ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Sacrifice Required Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Mar 11, 2012

It is always good to be reminded of what the Lord has called us to do. What is our mission and how does Hickory Creek accomplish this mission? How are we doing at it and what can each of us as individuals do to be part of the body of Christ called to ac

On a Mission from God - Sacrifice Required Mark 12:41-44; 2 Samuel 24:18-24 Series intro Slide “We’re on a mission from God” Blues Brothers If you grew up when I did, you remember those words from the movie, “The Blues Brothers.” John Belushi’s character, Jake Blues, was in a church service with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

People Matter More Than Rules.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 22, 2011

Jesus questioned regarding the Sabbath. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Sabbath: (2). In the field (vs 23-28): (3). In the synagogue (vs 1-6): SERMON BODY: Ill: • A student sat through an exam; • The teacher supervising said time up but still the student carried on. • The teacher said; “Hand your exam paper in now ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is...gentleness Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 23, 2011

We develop gentleness in the body by balancing power and gentleness as we study God's Word, restore fallen brothers and sisters and in sharing the gospel.

Together we have been focusing on how to develop the fruit of the Spirit within our church so that we will be an alluring and attractive place to the world around us. As we’ve seen consistently, it is the “fruit” of the Spirit and not the “fruits” of the Spirit. There ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing Companions Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 2, 2011

A great tragedy of our day is that there is so much noise that people can't hear the things they desperately need to hear. God is trying to get through to them with the voice of wisdom, but they are confused by the clutter of communication; the foolish vo

PROVERBS 1: 8-19 CHOOSING COMPANIONS [2 Corinthians 6: 14-18] How do we learn wisdom or the capacity to exhibit God's character in the many practical affairs of life? We learn wisdom by listening to godly instruction and counsel which is so difficult to hear today. The world's volume has ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

Righteousness Is Apart From Works Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 6, 2011

Abraham was righteous before God. But what was the grounds of Abraham's righteousness, faith or works? The answer of Jewish tradition was works, but Scripture says Abraham's righteousness was by faith. Paul proves that the doctrine of justification by fai

ROMANS 4: 1-8 RIGHTEOUSNESS IS APART FROM WORKS In the preceding paragraph (3:21-31) Paul has been proclaiming a righteousness from God, and therefore valid before God, because it does not in any way depend on human merit. He stated that the Law and the Prophets, or Holy Scripture, had already ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

An Inspired Outline Of The Book Of Revelation

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 7, 2011

This appeals to me, personally, because I like to preach from an organized outline…most of my sermons will have several points...some have several more than they should! Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

AN INSPIRED OUTLINE OF THE BOOK OF REVELATION REV. 1:19 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/InspiredOutline.html The book of Rev. is the only book of the Bible that gives the reader an outline right from the beginning…it’s right here in v. 19…look again 1, 2, 3! This appeals to me, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:20

Denomination: Baptist

Burning Bushes And Second Chances Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 8, 2011

This sermon spends time at the burning bush and discusses the fact that failure doesn't disqualify us from God's service.

Introduction: A. Maybe you have heard the story of the day that President George W. Bush was in an airport and noticed a man in a long flowing red robe with a long flowing white hair and beard. 1. The man had a staff in one hand and some stone tablets under the other arm. 2. George W. approached ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ