Sermons on Lords Song:

Bougainvilleas! Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 9, 2013

Bougainvilleas are the stars of a drought year! The drier it is, the more profusely and brilliantly they bloom, and in colors ranging from white through pink, yellow, orange and mauve to magenta.

Bougainvilleas! James 1:2 “My brethren count it all joy when you fall into various trials…” We need spiritual maturity to really understand this scripture! Not many of us like problems, we would like to have a year full of joy and peace and only then we would praise God. But ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Until He Comes

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 4, 2013

Just what are we to do until Christ comes? The answer may be surprising.

“Until He Comes” 1 Cor. 11:17-34 The mother sternly scolds her child, “You wait until your father gets home!” Until he comes the child frets and fears. A major company announces a new CEO is scheduled to arrive on the job at the end of the year. Employees, meanwhile, are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Which Side Are You On?

Contributed by Jeff Smith on Jun 24, 2013

In all of our ups and downs as a Christian, we should look to the Lord

WHICH SIDE ARE YOU ON? Exodus 32:26 a. FEELING ON THE DOWNSIDE – Spiritually deflated – (John the Baptist – “Art thou the Christ or should we look for another”)) FEELING ON THE UPSIDE – Riding High and maybe not realizing what may be ahead – (Peter – ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:26

Denomination: *other

Follow The Instructions

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 13, 2013

Follow the instructions of Jesus by praying "The Lord's Prayer" with shameless audacity!

Instructions. We have all, at some point in time, wrestled with following the instructions. It may be for a home improvement project, piecing together a pressboard bookshelf, or reading down the side of a box learning how to prepare that particular side-dish for supper. Instructions are an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Beauty Of Ugliness

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Aug 22, 2013

This was a meditation around the table of the Lord on the Beauty of God and His love for us revealed by the ugliness of the cross.

The Beauty of Ugliness Gal. 6:14 (Lord’s Supper Meditation) The Story is told of a little girl in the younger grades of school. This particular day the children were all given notices to bring to their parents of a show and tell time at school when parents could come to the school to talk ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In Remembrance Of Me

Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 22, 2013

Jesus left us a picture by which to remember him.

Children’s Sermon In Remembrance of Me* Objects: A family photo album, high school yearbook, or some similar item Theme: Jesus left us a picture by which to remember him. This morning I brought one of my family photo albums. I look through my photo albums and remember all of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Does God Rub Off On You? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 25, 2013

God is good and powerful that, even though we fought Him tooth and nail, He still saved us, cleansed us and now transforms us into His character. That wonderful work is something to behold, and the riches we receive are incredible.

Psalm 112 is about the character of people who have submitted themselves to be led by God. It follows on the heels of Psalm 111 which reveals the character of our God. In that psalm God is described as gracious and compassionate, a provider, Someone who makes promises and keeps them faithfully, and ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

His Kingdom And His Will Series

Contributed by Jason Winters on Aug 26, 2013

Part for of series thru the Lord's prayer

HIS KINGDOM AND HIS WILL 9 "This, then, is how you should pray: "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10 Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven." Matt 6:9-10 1. Jesus set us an example Heb 12:2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Took It Out Of The Way

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 28, 2012

Breaking through, really!!!!!

Colossians 2:14 Took it out of the way Intro: what stands between us and God? 1: Sin a) to know to do right and not do it ( James 4:17 ) b) it separates us from God the father c) it hinders the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives d) it brings pain and sorrow to us and too those around ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:14

Denomination: Other

Once & Future King Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 7, 2011

1. Excited Fellowship 2. Extravagant Love 3. Extreme Hatred 4. Exposed Hearts 5. Excellent Savior

+ Future for Cameras > Panoramic Digital Camera - Gyroscope - Spins Like A Top > Skyros is pneumatically launched up to 120 feet in the air where it stabilizes itself as the rotors start. As it flies back to the user it takes photographs at various intervals > USB Camera Imagine a tiny USB camera ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-50

Denomination: Baptist

Meeting The Shepherd Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011

This is the first message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines the Lord as our shepherd.

The most quoted and best loved passage of Scripture is the twenty-third Psalm. The vast majority of Christians can quote bits and pieces of this Psalm. This passage is read quite regularly at funerals or during other times of crisis to provide comfort. This Psalm consists of only six verses but it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Coming To Church

Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Sep 18, 2012

This sermon will reflect on our reason for coming to church.

Today’s sermon will be one unlike any other sermon you have heard or read here at St. Matthew’s. You will find me coming from Matthew 21:12-13 on this day. I would like for you to ask yourself this question: Why do I come to church? This very question is very important and should be answered with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-13

Denomination: *other

In Remembrance Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 3, 2012

What the Lord's Supper is about.

Introduction We could have titled last week’s sermon, “Christians Behaving Badly.” It was bad enough that the Corinth “saints” were treating one another badly, but, as if to add insult to injury, they were doing so at the Lord’s Table. At the very meal which ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Examination Time Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 3, 2012

How are we to observe the Lord's Supper in a suitable manner?

Introduction This morning we will observe the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper. Are you ready? Last week in announcing that we will have it, I exhorted you to prepare your hearts to receive it properly. The Book of Church Order requires the announcement so that “all may come in a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:27-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Communion Is A Covenant

Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Oct 5, 2012

What is communion? A covenant relationship between God and His people.

Communion is a Covenant: Luke 22:14-20 INTRO: Over and over again in the New Testament, Christians are reminded that we are not our own; we have been bought with a price. • God has come to us ~ redeemed us by His Son ~ entered into our lives thru His Holy Spirit ~ and has voluntarily bound ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-20

Denomination: Methodist