Sermons on Mans Condition:

A Father's Purpose

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 12, 2019

God has a gift for Christian father’s today, a rare gift, respect. What is a man’s purpose? What is a father’s role? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 6:1-9.

God has a gift for Christian father’s today, a rare gift, respect. What is a man’s purpose? What is a father’s role? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 6:1-9. Deuteronomy 6:1 “Now this is the commandment, the statutes and the judgments which the Lord your God has commanded me to teach you, that you might ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

God Can

Contributed by David Nolte on Oct 27, 2019

It is amazing what man can do and what man has done. But there are many things beyuond the realm of our capability which are easy for God to do. What we cannot do, God Can.

“God Can” Matthew 19:23-26 David P. Nolte It’s amazing what people can do if they are determined. One man lost both arms and his sight in an explosion. But he wanted to read his Bible so he learned how to read it in braille with the tip of his tongue. He managed to read the entire Bible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:23-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Belonging In The Father's House Series

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 14, 2022

The parable of the Prodigal Son is an amazing story, one of love, abandonment, and grace. It is the story of one man’s journey to find his ultimate fulfillment only to realize that the fulfillment was right there at home all along.

We see in this story three specific destinations: Destination 1: The Far Country (v. 13) The far country represents the world and all of its attractions. It looks so alluring with all of its big lit-up signs. “Pleasures!” “Do whatever you want!” “Follow your heart!” “Join us, we will show you a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

The True Jesus Series

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Feb 26, 2012

There certain fundamental truths that all Christian denominations share, and the first of these is that Jesus Christ is fully God and fully man.

Ash Wednesday was this last week which marked the traditional beginning of Lent. According to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, Jesus spent forty days of fasting and preparation in the wilderness before beginning His public ministry. In the wilderness, Jesus was tempted by Satan, but He ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't Lose Your Song

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 13, 2018

What could cause us to lose our song? Imprisonment? Financial setbacks? A major accident? A serious health condition? In the moment of tragedy sorrow is inevitable but what about afterwards? Let's look at some people who sang in 'unsingable' situations.

DON'T LOSE YOUR SONG ARM prison outreach ministries newsletter story, "What would it take to make you lose your song?", by Lester Roloff. "Let me ask you a question. What would it take to make you lose your song? Could you sing in the jail? The Lord taught me to sing in the jail one night. I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:17-26, Acts 16:22-34, Ephesians 5:18-20, Psalm 96:1-6, Colossians 3:13-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church That Made God Sick

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 11, 2009

If it’s possible for a set of conditions to exist which make God sick, then we need to know about them, so we can avoid them at all costs! Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

READING SOMEONE ELSE’S MAIL Laodicea—The Church that Made God Sick Revelation 3:14-22 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Laodicea.html Have you ever been so disgusted with someone’s attitude that you said, You make me sick! You meant, I don’t feel good about you, I don’t like to be around you, you ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Crosses

Contributed by Bob Whitchurch on Apr 5, 2001

The Two thieves on the crosses represent the response of sinful man to the Cross of Redemption paid in full by Jesus Christ our Saviour.

I. The Cross of Rebellion-Verse 39 A. Distorted Knowledge of Christ, The Messiah 1. Crowd-Verse 35 2. Soldiers-Verse 36-37 Application: Be careful what you accept as Truth. B. Deny his Condition 1. Deceitful heart 2. Pride 3. Self-Center C. Deny his guilt- ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-46

Denomination: Baptist

Responding To God's Call: Embracing Transformation After Easter Psalm 14:1 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 2, 2024

In Psalm 14:1, we find a poignant reminder of the human condition and the need for spiritual renewal. Let us explore this scripture and discover how we can respond to God's call to transformation in the post-Easter season.

Responding to God's Call: Embracing Transformation After Easter Introduction: As we gather today, let us reflect on the significance of Easter and contemplate the profound question that lingers in our hearts: "After Easter, what next?" In Psalm 14:1, we encounter a poignant ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1, Romans 3:23-24, Romans 12:1-2, Ephesians 1:7, 1 John 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Land Flowing With Milk And Honey

Contributed by Samuel M on Dec 18, 2024

Israel was a land a flowing milk and honey not because it had big rivers or good physical conditions (as Egypt had), but because it was nourished and watered by dew and rivers of heaven. It was watered by the rain of heaven, whose chief agriculturist is God Himself.

I have said I will bring you up out of the affliction of Egypt to the land of the Canaanites and the Hittites and the Amorites and the Perizzites and the Hivites and the Jebusites, to a land flowing with milk and honey. Exodus 3:17 Israel was a land a flowing milk and honey not because it had big ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:17

Dan J Funeral

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 4, 2015

Funeral for a 62 year old man who had gone through the challenge of alcoholism. He was a believer in Jesus.

Opening Song -- Family Enters "Do not let your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me. "In My Father's house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. "If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Death Row

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 4, 2005

A sermon about all of humanity on death row. (Adapted from Jack Hayford’s sermon: The Last Man on Death Row)

Sermon for Easter Sunday 3/27/2005 Romans 6:15-23 The Last Man on Death Row adapted from Jack Hayford Introduction: News story on Sunday, January 12, 2003; CHICAGO, Jan. 11 -- Illinois’s outgoing Republican Gov. George Ryan commuted the death sentences of 167 people to life in prison today after ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Verdict: No One Is Righteous Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 28, 2019

This sermon is the completion of Paul's three chapter presentation of the universal sinfulness and helplessness of all people. Before Paul can share the good news of the gospel, he must first we understand and accept the bad news of our condition.

A. One day two men were sitting next to each other on an airplane, and one of them remarked, “Somebody around here’s deodorant isn’t working!” 1. The other man said, “Well, it’s not me, I’m not wearing any deodorant!” B. One of the realities in life is that some folks are oblivious to their own ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Hand In The Land-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 21, 2017

1 of 2. Upon hearing of Israel’s miraculous crossing of the Jordan the surrounding nations recognized their weak condition. When God’s power is obvious, those apart from Him perceive their frailty. When God’s hand is in the land...

GOD’s HAND In The LAND-I—Joshua 5:1 When ‘God’s hand’ is obviously ‘in the land’, great & life-changing things happen! The surrounding nations recognized their weak condition before the Israelite God upon hearing of Israel’s miraculous crossing of the Jordan. When God’s hand is clearly seen, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Creating A Masterpiece: Part One Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 13, 2005

Jesus painted a masterpiece of words with the parable of the rich man and Lazarus as we see two contrasting lives.

Creating a Masterpiece: The Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man, Part 1 Luke 16:19-31 Jesus was a master story teller. Throughout his ministry, Jesus used the parable to illustrate the intimate details of the kingdom of God. With each parable Jesus told, he painted vivid pictures in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

A Crucified Christ Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2005

God has determined to save people in a way that appears foolish to the wisdom of man: through the message of the cross.

I’m trying to decide what picture to put on my gravestone. I was hoping you would help me decide. How about a picture of a noose to represent a hanging? How about a flame to represent a burning at the stake? How about a sword to represent a beheading? How about a stone to represent a stoning? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist