Sermons on living stones: showing 526-540 of 188,432

Principled Living Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 22, 2014

Why does James get so harshly judgmental against the wealthy?

“Faith That Works: Principled Living” James 5:1-12 Throughout his letter, James has been bold and blunt. He’s not wasted any words as he has outlined the basics of living out the Christian faith. He has told us to be tough in tough times, to stand firm against temptation, to ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Living Lamb Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 31, 2021

Easter Sunday - in the midst of a series.

Intro: In the mid 1950’s, a Methodist minister in the UK, W E Sangster, noticed some symptoms in his throat and legs. He was found to have an incurable muscle disease that would eventually take away his voice, and his ability to swallow. So Sangster threw himself into his work, figuring he could ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24, Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

S.t.o.n.e.s.

Contributed by Tim Hohm on Sep 16, 2004

The Bible is clear that we fight with weapons that are not our own. We can learn from David as he fought Goliath -- His head-on approach to dealing with a difficult moment allowed God to do another miracle in his life.

S. T. O. N. E. S. Central, August 29, 2004 -- Pastor Tim Hohm -- RevTim.com 1 Samuel 17:1-11 (NLT) The Philistines now mustered their army for battle and camped between Socoh in Judah and Azekah at Ephes-dammim. [2] Saul countered by gathering his troops near the valley of Elah. [3] So the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Five Smooth Stones - Our Response To Victory Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

Today's sermon explores how to respond to victory with humility and gratitude, attributing success to God's help, as exemplified by David's triumph over his enemy.

Good morning church and welcome back to worship. Today, we are closing out our series, 5 Smooth Stones. We’ve been journeying through the well-known story of David and Goliath, which I hope has been encouraging to you. The challenger was a nine foot tall giant named Goliath, who looked to be the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-54, Psalm 121:1-2

Topics: Victory, Perseverance, Glory

Sermon Series: Five Smooth Stones

Stone Soup ---Give What You Have!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 24, 2020

God needs you! God needs what you have! We may feel that what we have may not be what is needed? God has blessed you. You might need to invest what you have to release a miracle.

STONE SOUP --- GIVE WHAT YOU HAVE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TYRONE: (Unknown) There was a small boy in elementary school. He had trouble with his learning and his social skills. His teacher hated him and would often call him stupid and lazy. He was clumsy and always ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:2, Mark 11:2-3, Matthew 26:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Storms Don't Last Always!"

Contributed by Arthur And Marie Mason on Jun 6, 2009

We will encounter storms in our lives, and we can allow these storms to make us bitter, or help us to be better Christians. It is how we react to the trials in our lives, not the storms, itself that is most important.

Mark 4:35-41. “Storms Don’t Last Always.” Dr. Marie Mason Illustration: A young woman, whom I will call Patty, told me a little about her life, and listening to her, I had a combination of emotions. As a parent, (1) hurt, because, as a child, she went through so much, (2) exhilarated, because ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Sacrifice

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002

Through the example of Jesus, we can get a good idea of what sacrifice will accomplish in your life.

April 9, 2000 John 19 Living Sacrifice INTRODUCTION Try to imagine yourself at Golgotha Hill on Good Friday. The cross is placed on the ground and you are thrown backward with your shoulders against the wood. The legionnaire feels for the depression at the front of your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:51-53, John 19:26-30

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Deception

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Oct 8, 2015

It is vitally important that we understand the enemy of God wants you to drift away from God. So put on your spiritual armor and receive what God has for you today.

“ Living With Deception” Allow me first to say that today’s message, “Living With Deception”, is a message that requires further study of God’s Word. It is vitally important that we understand the enemy will cause you (while listening to the sermon) to become ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Living Bricks

Contributed by David Anderson on May 5, 2001

God builds His people together for their benefit and to show His Kingdom in the world.

 Sermon: "Living Bricks" Anderson Isaiah 62:1-5; I Cor. 12:1-11; John 2:1-11 + + + In the light of Epiphany, as it shines in the words, hearts and hands of God’s people, I would like to share two texts from today’s readings. First from the prophet Isaiah, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:2, 1 Corinthians 12:4-6

Denomination: Lutheran

A Living Memorial

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 6, 2010

What will our personal living memorial bring to remembrance? Be sure your life is a memorial that won’t leave any doubt in minds of anyone where to follow you in eternity!

A Living Memorial 5/2719/07 AM Text: Selected texts Introduction Tomorrow is Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, it is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. There are many stories as to its actual beginnings, with over two dozen cities and towns laying ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Live By Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Encourage believers to live by faith, trusting in God's goodness and strength, even when they cannot see the path ahead clearly.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather together today, I want to share a message about living by faith, the power of faith, and the necessity of faith. This message is based on the words of Apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 5:7, where he said, "For we live by faith, not by sight." ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

Topics: Faith

Intentional Living

Contributed by Brendon Bridges on Nov 2, 2000

distinguishing the difference between WHAT IS IMPORTANT and that, which is UNIMPORTANT. It is possible to spend much of our time “MAJORING IN MINOR ISSUES AND MINORING IN THE MAJOR ISSUES”.

INTENTINAL LIVING – Introduction: John 15:1 A doctor, an architect, and a lawyer were arguing over who had the oldest profession. The doctor said, "Well the first operation was performed on Adam, so the medical profession is the oldest." "No," said the architect, "Architectural planning and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living By Faith

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Apr 13, 2005

This sermon is to inspire us to "live by faith" despite what happens in our life and the world around us.

Max Lucado tells a story in his recent book "Come Thirsty" that is so humerous, but has me a little worried about Max. In it, he has a conversation with a fly... (read it)...   So then why is it, that we try to fly the thing ourselves?; fix it without relying upon the power of God?; Or worse yet, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist

To Live Is Christ Series

Contributed by Tim Burns on Mar 20, 2007

Christ is to be exalted in everything we face in life.

Christ is to be exalted in everything we face in life. The King James Version says Christ is to be magnified. When something is magnified it is enlarged. A telescope will make an object look bigger and closer. As believers we are to be like a telescope that brings Jesus Christ closer to people. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living Sacrifices

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Apr 14, 2007

This one is about what it takes to get people to live sacrificially.

Dakota Community Church April 15, 2006 Living Sacrifices Romans 12:1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship. The idea of personal sacrifice is almost foreign to us in this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Mennonite