Sermons on Linwood Smith:

The Progressive Nature Of Sin

Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 21, 2011

SIN SEEMS TO MULTIPLY LIKE FRUIT FLIES, CREATE ONE SIN AND IT TAKES YOU TO MORE SIN. *** UNTIL AFTER A WHILE YOU BECOME FAMILIAR WITH SINNING. *** SIN DOESN’T LOOK SO BAD ANYMORE.

THE PROGRESSIVE NATURE OF SIN Gen 4:19-24 19 And Lamech took unto him two wives: the name of the one was Adah, and the name of the other Zillah. 20 And Adah bare Jabal: he was the father of such as dwell in tents, and of such as have cattle. 21 And his brother's name was Jubal: he was the father ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:19-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Progressive Nature Of Sin

Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 27, 2011

sin is progressive in its nature you may not be able to stop when and where you think you can.

THE PROGRESSIVE NATURE OF SIN Gen 4:19-24 19 And Lamech took unto him two wives: the name of the one was Adah, and the name of the other Zillah. 20 And Adah bare Jabal: he was the father of such as dwell in tents, and of such as have cattle. 21 And his brother's name was Jubal: he was the father ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:19-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fervent Prayer Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 15, 2012

In this brief study we will take a walk through the book of Acts highlighting some of the more significant verses and ideas presented by Luke. I have drawn some material from "Act Normal" by Scott Wilson.

Acts Pt9- Fervent Prayer Introduction Driving down the road- car in front veers off into a lake- people in danger of drowning- what would you do? You would intervene on their behalf. Review/Recap Act 10- Story of Cornelius- Roman Centurion, Gentile- we see God grant salvation to the ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

People With A Mission Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 2, 2009

Jesus gives his disciples and his church one mission--to love God with all our heard, and to love our neighbor. This is a mission lived daily--that takes a lifetime to fulfill.

Mark 12:28-34 “People with a Mission” INTRODUCTION I used to think that I was the only Kevin Ruffcorn in the United States and perhaps the world. Several years ago, to my surprise, I learned that there was another Kevin Ruffcorn in Texas. About that same time I received a copy of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Extra Ordinary Jesus - Origin Series

Contributed by Nicky Evans on Jul 27, 2011

As Jesus is the center of our faith, the foundation upon which our lives are built it is important to know who He is and in this series of studies I aim to look at this extra ordinary man, Jesus.

Today we will begin our study looking at Jesus called 'Extra Ordinary Jesus'. I have spelt and pronounced 'extraordinary' like that because I want to emphasize as fully as possible that Jesus is far, far, far beyond ordinary and usual to man. And I want us to focus fully on Jesus because, well, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Samaritan And The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Judith Hand on Jul 14, 2007

Spiritually the Good Shepherd was the Good Samaritan to us, having compassion on us and binding up our wounds and healing our sin sickness.

The Good Samaritan and the Good Shepherd Readings: Luke 10: 25-37 Colossians 1: 1-14 Faith in Christ and love towards your fellowman go together. These were the two qualities Paul was delighted to hear the Colossian Christians possessed. Their belief issued forth in action. In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Methodist

Washing In The Big Muddy

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 12, 2007

The Mississippi River is called the Big Muddy and rightly so. This is a message about another "Big Muddy" River.

WASHING IN THE BIG MUDDY 2 Kings 5:1-14 INTRO: The Mississippi River is called the Big Muddy and rightly so. I first saw the river at Memphis. It looked like a mass of cocoa moving lazily toward the sea. At one time this mighty river was colored only by the tons of silt it carried downstream. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Doing Something Great In 2008

Contributed by Greg Newton on Jan 5, 2008

We live in a society where people desire to do great things but sometimes never see the benefit or reward of the great things in which they have done. I believe this is the year that God desires for us to do great things for Him.

“Doing Something Great In 2008” Intro: We live in a society where people desire to do great things but sometimes never see the benefit or reward of the great things in which they have done. I believe this is the year that God desires for us to do great things for Him. The number “8” is the number ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

What If Jesus Had Not Risen From The Grave?

Contributed by Mark Wooley on Apr 11, 2017

This sermon show the what ifs and then the fact of the Resurrection

04-16-17 WHAT IF THERE WAS NO RESURRECTION I CORINTHIANS 15:12-20 And if you would be so kind to stand with me to give reverence to God’s Word This morning I would like to Preach with the power and presence of the Holy Spirit on WHAT IF… THERE WAS NO RESURRECTION PRAYER VS 13 If is a big little ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Apostle Of Love Addresses Sin

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 20, 2017

John was noted as being the Apostle of Love, and he wanted his church family to have a clear conscience, a sense of security, and an appreciation for their Savior. This meant straight talk about sin, forgiveness, and even apostasy.

The Apostle of Love Addresses Sin (I John 1:7-2:2, 2:18-20, 5:16-18) 1. Nobody knows us like the people who live with us. 2. Old man Morris had died. A wonderful funeral was in progress and the town’s Rabbi talked at length of the good traits of the deceased, what an honest man he was, how he ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Tried 'n True Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 25, 2014

Jesus began his ministry with at least 2 significant events -- his baptism and his temptation.

1. Greatness During Watergate Back in 1974, Richard Nixon's administration was falling apart due to the Watergate scandal so, to divert everyone's attention from that, he planned a trip to Russia and Italy and two of his closest aides came along... Alexander Haig and Ron Ziegler. Even though' ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Time Is Ticking

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Jan 27, 2016

time is up, it is now time to stop playing and choose.

TIME IS TICKING COUNT DOWN (CLOCK COUNTING DOWN WITH A BIG TIME’S UP, OR EXPLOSION) TIME’S UP, EYES FORWARD, PENS DOWN, PAPERS CLOSED YOU HAVE NOT FINISHED, STILL QUESTIONS TO ANSWER, OH NO YOU WASTED TIME. IT IS AN ODD FEELING, YOU ARE EXHAUSTED, DARKNESS IS DESCENDING, AND TEARS ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Charismatic

It's Okay To Be Different

Contributed by Brandon Boyd on Oct 7, 2016

EVERYONE SEEKS TO BE ACCEPTED I DO YOU DO WE ALL LIKE BEING LIKED JESUS ACCEPTS YOU, JESUS LOVES YOU

ITS OK TO BE DIFFERENT TEXT: LUKE 2:41-52 INTRO: HERE WE SEE THAT JESUS IS VERY DIFFERENT FROM THE START AT 12 YEARS OLD HE WASNT OUT WITH HIS FRIENDS PLAYING, HE WASNT GONE FISHING OR HE WASNT HANGING OUT IN THE COOL PLACES OR GETTING INTO MISCHIEF. NO FRIEND HE WAS DIFFERENT HE WAS AT CHURCH ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Baptist

Relying On God Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jan 11, 2022

Blessed are the poor in spirit - God is pleased when we rely on Him.

Relying on God lanny smith Reboot / Dependence; Pride / Matthew 5:3   • Old saying that “God helps those who help themselves.” Attrib. to Ben Franklin but actually from an earlier source from the 1600. • In fact, different cultures across 100’s of years have had similar sayings. From Buddhism, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3, Romans 12:1-3, Romans 3:23, Matthew 6:31-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On A Pulchritudinous World

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 13, 2022

Pulchritude is defined as beauty or attractiveness.

Onyeuche Godson, a Nigerian-born author, public speaker and teacher once remarked: “Pulchritude cannot make an attitude, unless an attitude is appreciated with a pulchritudinous awareness.” 1 Peter 3:3-4 confirms: “Do not let your adorning be external - the braiding of hair and the putting on of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Romans 1:20, Nehemiah 9:6, Song of Songs 4:7