Sermons on Lion Roar:

He Said He Would

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Apr 16, 2011

Because Christ did what he said he would, we need to do what he said we should.

He Said He Would! Matthew 28: 1-6 NRSV This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Let us pray. Last Sunday, I saw Mrs. Lee get happy in church since I’ve been here and we went over the passion that God had for us when the Israelites asked Samuel to pray to God to give them a king all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Overcoming Jealousy Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Jan 14, 2011

verse by verse through Acts

And now an inspirational reading from Shakespeare’s play Othello: O, beware, my lord, of jealousy; It is the green-eyed monster which doth mock the meat it feeds on; That cuckold lives in bliss who, certain of his fate, loves not his wronger; But, O, what minutes tells he o'er; who dotes, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:44-52

Denomination: Baptist

An Invitation From The Throne

Contributed by John Perry on Feb 5, 2011

God’s throne is a place where we can both discover & obtain everything we need to live a victorious Christian life.

Suva Sun am 20/05/01 “An invitation from the throne” Intro: T/m I want to minister on something that we seldom think of but none the less has critical impact on our lives. In the book of Revelations we read more about the throne of God than any other book of the Bible. Out of 188 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Protective Clothing Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 28, 2011

Only the armor of God can prevail against the great lie that there is no truth outside our own experience.

I've spent a good part of this week since coming back on vacation catching up on the mail - sorting things, answering letters and reading. I subscribe to a lot of publications; probably about half are directly related to religious issues; the rest are mostly news or public policy oriented. I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Make Great Sacrifices Series

Contributed by David Whitten on Aug 3, 2011

We all ask the question "how much?" when we are at the bargaining table, when we are out shopping we all look at the price tag. What will it cost me? Before we commit to the purchase we want to know what is going to be the sacrifice on my end. It is not

Series: Good to Great in the Eyes of God Make Great Sacrifices Luke 9:23 We all ask the question "how much?" when we are at the bargaining table, when we are out shopping we all look at the price tag. What will it cost me? Before we commit to the purchase we want to know what is going to be the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Staying Committed

Contributed by Jack Pladdys on Mar 23, 2010

Right commitment brings right choices which make right people who are blessed abundantly.

I. Who is Committed? A. Show of hands… 1. How many of you like being friends with committed people? a. Giving your time and effort to a cause or person. 2. How many of you have people in your life that you wish would be more committed? 3. How many of you think you are a committed ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What To Do When Our Lives Are Interrupted By The Death Of A Loved One?

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 25, 2010

Death is a fact of life, but God's Word tells us how to deal with it.

Intro: 1. Samuel Wise founded the Free Synagogue in New York City back in 1907. He once accepted an invitation to address an anti-Nazi meeting in Brooklyn. He received several death threats. He opened his speech with these words: “I’ve have been warned to stay away from this meeting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Mercy Not Sacrifice

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 6, 2008

Today, let us be reminded by the words of Jesus, "But go and learn what this means: "I DESIRE MERCY AND NOT SACRIFICE." For I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance." (Matthew 9:13 NKJV)

Mercy Not Sacrifice, Matthew 9:9-13 Introduction There is the story of the man who came down from the North Carolina Mountains. He was all dressed up and carrying his Bible. A friend saw him and asked, "Joe, what’s happening? Where are you going all dressed up like that?" Joe said, "I’ve been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Christian Church

"God's Plan For A Godly Man"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 9, 2008

Qualities of a godly man

“God’s Plan for a Godly Man” Father’s Day – 2008 June 15, 2008 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12 As apostles of Christ we could have been a burden to you, but we were gentle among you, like a mother caring for her little children. We loved you so much that we were delighted to share with you not only the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12

Denomination: Holiness

Rev.# 20~6:3-4- Rider On The Red Horse Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 26, 2009

The first horseman could not be Christ, because when Christ brings peace to this earth, it is going to be permanent. This is a short-lived peace. The rider on the red horse takes all peace from the earth.

Rev.# 20~6:3-4 RIDER ON THE RED HORSE 8-29-09 We’re here in chapter 6: of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, the 1st two verses are to do with the white horse and its rider and is telling about the Antichrist, as we have already said this man appears to come peaceable, he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Earning The Right To Be Heard

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 27, 2009

Jesus is God’s way of earning the right to be heard. He comes to where we live, and he experiences what we experience. He is therefore credible.

I invite you to eavesdrop with me this morning. Listen and we can overhear some conversations. Overheard in the grocery store aisle: a mother and a little girl, shopping dangerously close to the candies, the cookies and the other goodies. The little girl saying, "I want these and I want those and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You've Got Mail: Smyrna Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 8, 2009

The second in a series of seven. This is an expository, alliterated sermon with practical application based on the letter to Smyrna in Revelation. PowerPoint is avialable if you e-mail me.

You’ve Got Mail: Smyrna Scott R. Bayles, preacher First Christian Church, Rosiclare, Illinois Several years ago, my life was a mess. After enduring a painful divorce, I was jobless and living with a friend. I was an emotional wreck. I couldn’t understand why all these bad things kept happening to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Where Is The Promise Of His Coming?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Feb 7, 2009

Some times we can say something about the coming of the Lord, and that He could come now just any time and some people will make statements to the effect, “well I’ve heard that all my life and He hasn’t come yet”.

WHERE IS THE PROMISE OF HIS COMING? 2 Peter 3:3-4 2-7-09 Today I want to talk for a little while to do with “the promise of His coming.” Some times we can say something about the coming of the Lord, and that He could come now just any time and some people will make statements to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Cataclysm Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 19, 2009

Several of the most controversial and critical questions of our existence are answered in the Noah story. Great visuals help illustrate! Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Cataclysm Genesis 6-9 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Cataclysm.html We’ll attempt to answer some controversial questions from our text: i) Who were the “sons of God” and the “daughters of men”? ii) What was the physical earth like before the Flood? iii) Why did people live so long before the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Bread Of Life

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Feb 27, 2009

Jesus is the Bread of Life that satisfies our deepest needs and cares for us. Are we truly satisfied or is the direction we take leaving us wanting again and again?

Bread of Life Griffith Baptist Church – 3/1/09 A.M. Service Text: John 6:30-35 (30-51) Key verse: John 6:33 - For the bread of God is he which cometh down from heaven, and giveth life unto the world. Premise: Jesus is the Bread of Life that satisfies our deepest needs and cares for us. Are we ...read more

Scripture: John 6:30-35

Denomination: Baptist