Sermons on Lordship:

Can You See What I Hear? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

The Gospel rarely appears so lovely, as when it is most oppressed. God’s work is never on such perfect display as it when it is under the greatest trials.

Everyone loves a story. Stories are remarkably powerful things. They stir-up our imaginations and excite our affections. They instruct us and inspire us. They intoxicate and influence us. They linger with us, often becoming more precious and poignant and powerful over time. During His earthly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9, Matthew 13:18-23, 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Pedigree Of Jesus Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 19, 2019

This Christmas, receive Jesus as your Rightful King; rely on Jesus as your Gracious King; revere Jesus as your Divine King; and hope in Jesus as your Restoring King.

The manager of a large office noticed a new employee and asked, “What’s your name?” The worker replied, “John.” The manager scowled and said, “Look, I don’t know where you worked before, but I don’t call anyone by their first name. It breeds familiarity and that leads to a breakdown in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Embracing Healing For Today, Hope For Tomorrow, And Guidance For A New Year Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 19, 2024

At the threshold of a new year, we’re reminded of the power of God to heal, restore, and guide us. Focus on embracing His healing for the present, His hope for the future, and His guidance for the journey ahead. These themes are not just for reflection but for action in our daily lives.

Embracing Healing for Today, Hope for Tomorrow, and Guidance for a New Year Introduction: As we gather at the threshold of a new year, we’re reminded of the power of God to heal, restore, and guide us. Today, we focus on embracing His healing for the present, His hope for the future, and His ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:29, Psalm 147:3, Matthew 11:28-30, Isaiah 53:5, James 5:15, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 15:13, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 32:8, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Body Speaks

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 5, 2007

A description of how the church spreads the Gospel.

The Body Speaks How the Church Speaks to the World Introduction: A. The church is the body of Christ, and as a body functions as an organization within the world, with a specific mission to interact with it and affect it. Often, the church will experience violence when the world’s powers feel ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Arrival Of A King: Why Does God Come As A Baby?

Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 18, 2006

It doesn’t make sense that the king of the world would come as a baby in a manger? Why DOES God come as a baby?

The Arrival of the King: Why does God come as a Baby? Medley of Carols with worship songs Ron and Worship Team 10 minutes Welcome to guests. Intro: Corbin’s birth – cute little nose; lips; smell; warmth; delicate Powerful Mysterious Endearing Vulnerable We all have a similar ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prevention: From Falling Back Into Sin

Contributed by Larry Breeden on Oct 26, 2006

Steps to prevent backsliding

Prevention: of Falling Back into Sin Nehemiah INTRO: Judah was carried off to Babylon for 70 years 1. Their sin took them farther that they wanted to go, cost them more than they wanted to pay and hurt a lot more than they could stand a. Time to come home to the Promised ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Method Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Dec 4, 2006

Second in a Christmas series, this describes (1) His Eternal Glory before coming to Earth, (2) His Extensive Limitations He took on and (3) His Exhaltation as a result of being obedient.

Intro: John 3:16 taught us that the Meaning of Christmas is LOVE...God’s Love. Let us now focus on the METHOD of Christmas: How did God demonstrate His great love for us? To answer that, we turn to Philippians 2:5-11, and discover: I. The ETERNAL GLORY He had before coming to Earth (Phil ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Be Ye Thankful

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 5, 2005

On Thanksgiving: I am thankful I am not a Butterball turkey. There is one thing, above all, for which I give thanks, the lift of Jesus! Like the great old hymn says, love lifted me

Thanksgiving is a time for expressing our thanks for God’s providence and blessing. I am thankful that teenagers do grow up and eventually have teenagers of their own. I am thankful I am not a Butterball turkey. There is one thing, above all, for which I give thanks, the lift of Jesus! Like the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

"Making The Right Choices"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 17, 2002

The choices we make can alter our life forever and set us on a course that may last a life time. Don’t misunderstand me! There are some small decisions that are very serious - usually the hasty decisions we make.

Dr. Dennis Deese “MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICES” (The Leader’s Decision Making) 1 SAMUEL 26:1-25 After hearing the subtitle, most would equate this message as a message that applies to the leader’s choices on a corporate or group level. That is, the choices that are made that effect the group that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:1-25, 1 Samuel 26:1-26

Management Training Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 27, 2007

One of the transformations that takes place in the life of a Christian is our perspective on material possessions. The scripture teaches that things are gifts from God--to be managed and shared.

Luke 16:1-13 “Management Training” INTRODUCTION Heroes and antiheroes are a part of life. Parents might encourage their children to be like Oprah Winfrey, Colin Powell, Bill Gates, or Mother Teresa. At the same time, few parents would point to O.J. Simpson as a good role model, or Kenneth Ley ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

I Can Do All Things Through Christ Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

The believer can overcome all of lifes dificulties through the power of Christ in them.

I Can Do All Things Through Christ Introduction; Mary Groda’s story: "*Mary could not read and write. *Experts labeled her as mentally handicap *During her teenage years, Mary was sent to reformatory for 2 years *It was in this reformatory that Mary spent 16 hour days learning - By the time her 2 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Meaning Of Easter

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 12, 2007

The real meaning of Easter escapes us. Can we recapture it?

THE MEANING OF EASTER Matthew 28:1-15 INTRO: What is the meaning of Easter? Ask any child: “Easter is Easter bunnies and Easter eggs.” Ask any mother: “Easter is new Easter clothes.” Ask any dad: “Easter is a good Easter dinner.” Is the preacher the only one who responds, “Easter is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesians: My Wealth, Walk, And Warfare: Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 8, 2009

The Prayer of Paul

A. THE PRAYER OF PAUL: 1:15-23 1. What would you ask Paul to pray for you? a. Need list. b. Ministry. c. Physical health/healing. Paul prays for d. A spiritual foundation. 2. You must become before you get, or do something. B. WHY PAUL ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Members Without Salvation Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 17, 2008

There are so many churches today, that are filled without people, that don’t have salvation. The difference between the average Christian and average non-Christian is very little. Why what until you die and go to the Judgment seat to know for sure if yo

Members without Salvation 1 John 3:4-9 Intro Of all the without messages, I have brought to you this far, this one is the most troubling. So many churches today are filled with sinners and little salvation. The difference between the average church member and the average un-churched person is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning And The Importance Of The Resurrection Of Christ Series

Contributed by John Wright on Mar 29, 2010

This lesson discusses what the resurrection means to Christ - to the church - to the Christian and to the non-Christian!

INTRODUCTION 1. Open your bibles to 1 Cor. 15:3&4. 2. The title of our lesson is: 3. Let’s read our passage. 4. The purpose of our lesson will be better understand the meaning and importance of the resurrection. DISCUSSION I. WHAT DOES THE RESURRECTION MEAN TO CHRIST? 1. THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ