Sermons on Living A Surrendered Life:

Merry Christmas, Assembly Required? Series

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Dec 13, 2004

Don’t allow the fast pace of the holidays and the unbiblical views of others influence you or detract you from being able to celebrate and assemble a Real Christmas for you and your family this year.

A Merry Christmas, assembly required? *Luke 2:8-20 “And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. {9} and, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. {10} and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Christmas? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 13, 2004

This sermon explores what Christmas is not, and also what Christmas is.

Scripture In Matthew’s description of Jesus’ birth, we read that before Mary and Joseph came together to consummate their marriage, Mary was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose Mary to public disgrace, he had in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Burden Of Love

Contributed by Scott Epperson on Nov 24, 2006

The burden that Christ carried for the sins of men were carried by love,and as Christians we must grasp a hold of the same burden with love.

THE BURDEN OF LOVE Joh 21:4 But when the morning was now come, Jesus stood on the shore: but the disciples knew not that it was Jesus. Joh 21:5 Then Jesus saith unto them, Children, have ye any meat? They answered him, No. Joh 21:6 And he said unto them, Cast the net on the right side of the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:4-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus' Passion

Contributed by Doug Morrell on Apr 12, 2005

Christ’s Resurrection from the dead is not a secondary issue - the Resurrection is foundational to our faith.

Who crucified Jesus? God did to fulfill His divine purposes. God designed His Son’s death to accomplish victory over evil and suffering. From the Book of Acts we learn that Jesus was handed over by God’s set purpose and foreknowledge (Acts 2:23). The lashings, the thorns, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Maundy Thursday Service Of Darkness (The Upper Room)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008

This is a special service of darkness, written to recreate the "upper room" feel.

MAUNDY THURSDAY The Upper Room Welcome Welcome to the upper room this fateful night… you are gathered at table with the rest of the 12. Jesus is your host… you come to celebrate the Passover meal… a meal which should be a celebration… however the atmosphere around you strange… you know ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-50

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Little Is Much

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008

no matter what we bring to Jesus, he will use it to bless others

LITTLE IS MUCH Jn 6:1-15 Only miracle, besides resurrection, repeated in all 4 gospels. Some try to explain this miracle away: When they saw the boy was willing to share his lunch they all took out their lunch baskets. Miracle was in convincing the Jews to share! Would they want to crown him king ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Joy Of Being Saved

Contributed by W. Alderman on Dec 27, 2008

This is a message that identifies who the saved really are and how they may experience joy by being saved.

“THE JOY OF BEING SAVED” Text: Philippians 3:1-3 W. Max Alderman 1 ¶ Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe. 2 Beware of dogs, beware of evil workers, beware of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Study In Contrasts And Comparisons Series

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Dec 27, 2008

In the stories of Jairus and the woman with the issue of blood, we see several differences and similarities.

A STUDY IN CONTRASTS AND COMPARISONS Text: Mark 5:21 – 43 Introduction:  This scripture is part of a larger narrative from 4:35 – 5:43 o 4:35 – 41 Jesus displays His power over danger o 5:1 – 20 Jesus displays His power over demons o 5:21 – 34 Jesus displays His power over ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Wilderness.

Contributed by W. Leon Morrow on Feb 27, 2009

A Communion Meditation for the first Sunday in Lent. After Baptism, Jesus was compelled to deal with a wilderness situation. What is our wilderness? Jesus was helped by angels. Can we help others in their wilderness times?

Background: I read about Boy Scouts preparing for a backpacking trip to a wilderness area—I think it was Alaska. The scout leader told them to pare down their packs as much as possible. Then he told them to open their sleeping bags, and lay everything out and remove any other extra items. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: United Methodist

Divine Encouragement 1 Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 10, 2008

Exposition of Acts 18:1-17 broken up into two messages about the encouragement Paul received from God in Corinth

Text: Acts 18:1-17, Title: Divine Encouragement, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/9/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Talk about the saints that experienced depression and discouragement: Joseph, Moses, Joshua, Job, Elijah, Jeremiah, Spurgeon, and Luther—talk about his wife telling him God is dead. B. Background ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Varon De Dios/Man Of God

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 5, 2009

What it means to be a MAN of God

“Varon de Dios” 6/28/2009 – Nampa, ID Efe 4:13 “Hasta que todos lleguemos á la unidad de la fe y del conocimiento del Hijo de Dios, á UN VARÓN PERFECTO, á la medida de la edad de la plenitud de Cristo.” “Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13

Denomination: Apostolic

Tongues And Prophecy Series

Contributed by C Vincent on Nov 23, 2009

Exploring the use and abuse of tongues and prophecy in church.

Gifts of the Spirit part 2 JCC 22.11.09 pm Quickly recap on part 1 as an introduction Tongues and Prophecy Slide 1 & slide 2:1 1 Cor 12:1-11 & v7 One gift magnified above another is evidently so out of proportion that it caused division, and they were accused of teaching heresy Slide 2:2 & ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Being Called By God Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 24, 2008

A Wednesday night series of Messages from Jonah.

Being Called By God Jonah 1:1-3 * Of all the Old Testament Books, one of my favorites happens to be Jonah. There are many reasons why I like this book. One reason is that I love the honesty found in this book. God called Jonah to do a task that he didn’t really want to do so he (being a little ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

It's Harvest Time!

Contributed by S S on Aug 4, 2009

Sermon on Matthew 9:35-38 - It’s harvest time!

Matt 9:35-38 It’s Harvest Time! - Catch a Vision for the Lost Introduction POLL - When did you become a Christian? (Statistics) 1.CONSIDER - See the crowds (v.36a) - ILL -- Going for a mission trip, home blessing 2.ASK - Ask for compassion (v.36b) - harassed and helpless (distressed and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: *other

Adventures In Missing The Point Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Oct 13, 2009

Some theological arguments are only a distraction from the core of Faith, which is love, which comes from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.

1 Timothy 1:3-7 August 9, 2009 Adventures in Missing the Point 3 As I urged you when I went into Macedonia, stay there in Ephesus so that you may command certain persons not to teach false doctrines any longer 4 or to devote themselves to myths and endless genealogies. Such things promote ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: *other