Sermons on Lightening:

A Single New Humanity Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 27, 2003

In the past we were alienated from God and from others, but now we have been reconciled to God through the work of Jesus Christ, so let’s seek to live for the future, for a time when all of God’s people will be joined as one, in a new heaven and a new ear

One of the things we love to do is to remember the past. We keep journals and photo albums, we tell stories and reminisce, all to preserve our memories. On the other hand there are some memories that we don’t want to remember. Memories of past hurts, of things we’ve done that we’re ashamed of. Some ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Anglican

The Disease Of Jonah - That Ain't Right Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 17, 2005

We don’t often dwell on the last chapter of Jonah - it’s a real downer. We last see Jonah still sulking over Nineveh’s salvation. What possible reason could God have for ending the book this way?

OPEN: How many of you have heard the story of Jonah? (every hand went up) Now, how many of you believe Jonah was a righteous man? (most raised their hands) How many of you believe he wasn’t a righteous man? (a small show of hands) I personally believe Jonah was a righteous man. In fact, I believe ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Growth In Giving Means Church Growth" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 6, 2008

If a church is going to grow as God has commanded us to, by making disciples, the people must give to support the ministry of the church.

In Exodus 35 & 36, we read about the construction of the Tabernacle. The details of that construction are laid out in these two chapters. It is conservatively estimated that the Tabernacle would cost approximately ten million dollars if it were constructed in the US today. The construction of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Natures Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on May 29, 2007

This sermon unpacks the nature of God the nature of man and the nature of law.

The Three natures: Exodus 19:1 - 34:6 Introduction: The people had been in bondage 430 years, God wonderfully brings deliverance as he had promised, leading them miraculously through the parted Red Sea. Within a three month period they experience deliverance and provision with manna from the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Prophecy Of Damascus - Continued Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 3, 2007

Part 5 in a series on prophecy. Dealing with the prophecy of Damascus.

Last week we began looking at the Bible prophesies God gave to the Old Testament prophets Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Amos concerning the destruction of Damascus, Syria. We know that this is a prophecy for the future, because it has never been fulfilled. Damascus is the oldest, continuously inhabited ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 17:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting God In A Time Of Trouble

Contributed by David Brooks on Jun 4, 2007

This is a sermon that teaches us how to trust God in the times of trouble.

Trusting God In A Time Of Trouble Job 13:15 15 Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: Sometimes a preacher will find one of those sermons that is just absolutely inspirational. It will move you and stir something inside of you to be all you can for Jesus. Every once in a while he will find ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:15

Denomination: Baptist

How The Grinches Steal Christmas

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 22, 2003

There are all kinds of Grinches trying to steal Christmas, here’s a look at five of them.

How the Grinches stole Christmas Read from the Grinch who stole Christmas up to the Page “Then he got an idea! An Awful Idea! The Grinch got a wonderful awful idea! And you all know what the idea was right? I mean everyone of us here without exception has seen, read or heard “How the Grinch Stole ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Acres Of Diamonds

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 12, 2004

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany Jesus at the wedding in Cana

2nd Sunday after the Epiphany John 2:1-11 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Acres of Diamonds 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 12:1 ¶ Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be uninformed. 2 You know that when you were heathen, you were led astray to dumb idols, however you may have been ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Your Purpose For Being Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 19, 2004

3rd in series of 5 messages. Five humble men discovered their purpose because they were willing to understand that there is more to life than fish

Living the Good Life Jesus came for one purpose John 10:10b “…I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” Learning about Living the Good Life Finding the Source of Significance – John 1:1-13 Satisfying the Hunger for Approval – John 1:14-34 Discovering Your Purpose for Being – ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He's Just God Like That

Contributed by Bridgette Nevils Gloster on Nov 5, 2004

This sermon talks about how God shows up right on time even in our desperate situations.

10 And when Pharaoh drew nigh, the children of Israel lifted up their eyes, and, behold, the Egyptians marched after them; and they were sore afraid: and the children of Israel cried out unto the LORD. 11 And they said unto Moses, Because there were no graves in Egypt, hast thou taken us away to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-14

Denomination: Methodist

Holiday Expectations: Don't Take That Exit Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Nov 22, 2004

God wants to change our view of what a great Christmas is really about.

Life in the Fast Lane Holiday Expectations: Don’t Take That Exit! Proverbs 15:16-17 Woodlawn Baptist Church November 21, 2004 Introduction Before we get started this morning I want to take a minute to thank all of you for praying for me as I preached at this week’s state meeting. We had a good ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Sailor's Tale Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 20, 2004

This is the story of Jonah told from the perspective of a sailor on the boat he sailed on.

September 19 is International Talk Like a Pirate Day, honest it really is www.talklikeapirateday.com.  And seeing I was preaching on Jonah it seemed like too good an opportunity to pass up.  This is the first sermon that I’ve preached in the first person and I wore a pirates costume. Arrr mattes, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

When You Can't Find The Time Series

Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 29, 2006

Our life comes and goes so quickly. We should be busy investing in lasting things: things that will still matter a million years from now...

INTRO: Living the Simple Life… ? What IS the simple life? The simple life doesn’t mean living simple minded, it just means being able to enjoy life and appreciate simple things in life. You know, sometimes we surround ourselves with so much stuff that demands our attention on a regular basis, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Music Lesson By The Tone Deaf. Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Jul 6, 2003

A sermon that tries to compare the need for a rest in music with the need for rest for the Christian.

I am tone deaf. Those who have heard me sing can only agree with me. Thank goodness I am not in a denomination where the minister sings the liturgy. Yet today I would like to give you a Music lesson. The lesson I would like to teach is that in music there is a space for the rest. Much great music ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Preacher On The Run Series

Contributed by Peter Bines on Aug 25, 2005

God demonstrates in His dealings with Jonah how great is His grace and patience toward us, and how His sovereignty is over all things.

JONAH CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Here’s an old joke! Three athletes are about to be executed. One is a short dark haired hockey player; one is a bald headed tennis player, and the third is a tall blond haired soccer player. The guard brings the dark haired hockey player forward and the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible