Sermons on Mans Reality:

A Day At The Lord's Table

Contributed by Michael Bolin on Aug 1, 2009

proper order of Holy Communion

1st Corinthians 11:17-34 ILL Notebook: Communion (The Church of the Holy Radiator) There was a small-town Episcopal church in upstate New York that had rector for over thirty-five years. He was loved by the church and the community, but the time came for him to retire. This was the first church ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Genesis 30 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 6, 2009

verse-by-verse

Have you ever heard of the 10-20-life laws here in Florida? Those laws are set up for repeat offenders who commit a crime using a gun. The first time you’re caught you get ten years in prison. The second time you get twenty. Third time – life in prison. And all the statistics show that they seem ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 31 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 6, 2009

verse-by-verse

Last week we saw the Lord protecting the integrity of the covenant by protecting Sarah from King Abimelech. (Remember how he had taken her to be one of his wives when she and Abraham entered his territory.) This week we’re going to see the Lord protect the covenant again by making sure there’s no ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 33 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 6, 2009

verse-by-verse

Last week we ended our time together seeing that Abraham’s life was going great. - His business is booming - God brought forth the promised son in dramatic fashion - The wife is happy since her rival is out of the picture - He’s living at peace with all the people around him - And His faith is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 34 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 6, 2009

verse-by-verse

The last time we were in the book of Genesis went through the events surrounding God’s test of Abraham asking him to sacrifice his son Isaac. Abraham passed the test, Isaac didn’t have to die, and they both came down from that mountain having grown in their faith. Soon after this word came to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Murder Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by David Smith on Aug 7, 2009

When his daughter Herodias came in and danced, she pleased Herod and his guests; and the king said to the girl, "Ask me for whatever you wish, and I will give it." And he solemnly swore to her, "Whatever you ask me, I will give you, even half of my kingdo

We had a baptism this morning, and I think if you’d searched through the Bible for the most inappropriate Gospel story to feature today, you couldn’t have done better (or rather worse) that the one we had this morning - the story of the death of John the Baptist! When you’re working with the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

#1 Scripture Is True If I Believe It. Series

Contributed by Charles Worth on Aug 7, 2009

Looking at the myth of scriptural errancy.

Myths of the Modern Church #1 Scripture is True if I believe it. Rev. Charles Worth True Word Christian Church 2 Timothy 3:16-17 we read: “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Prejudice Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 20, 2009

Overcoming prejudice by learning to see the way God sees, to treat others the way you want to be treated, and acknowledge and accept the differences.

We are all susceptible to this problem – prejudice. We look at people with coloured glasses. • We find it hard to relate to people who differ from us. It can be cultural, racial or simply some preferences. • It is based on a preconceived notion. We can’t run away from it. Anyone can be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:9-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Servant Of Isaiah 42

Contributed by Adam Cain on Aug 21, 2009

The purpose and identity of the servant described in Isaiah 42

Ch 42 opens with 1st of 4 servant songs – 42:1-4, 49:1-6, 50:4-9, and 52:13-53:12 Berhard Duhm coined the term "servant songs" in his German commentary on Isaiah published in 1892 This whole passage talks of the servant – his purpose on earth and the source of his power in heaven Read Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Virgins Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Aug 24, 2009

This parable is a contrast between the wise and foolish virgins. We’ll look at the context and then how we practically apply readiness today.

The Parables of Jesus The Ten Virgins Matthew 25:1-13 August 23, 2009 This week we turn to the parable of the ten virgins. This parable is Matthew and is one of several parables arranged by Matthew after the eschatological discourse. The what? This is the teaching found in Matthew 24 and Luke 12 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Carrying Christ With You Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 31, 2009

The Holy Spirit is constantly working in our lives. We are always a bridge in someone’s life. Our obedience to God is a big thing. It is always worth it!

Last week we learn about overcoming prejudice. • God has no favourites. Salvation is for all men. • Israelites were chosen as a forerunner. God’s purpose was to save them and through them, the whole world. • The Jews were not intended to be the END of God’s plan, but the MEANS. • Because they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Law Of Sowing And Reaping Pt.3 Series

Contributed by Mark Baker on Sep 2, 2009

In the first 2 parts of this study we defined sowing and the purpose of the seed, as well as the purpose of the harvest. In the third part of this study I would like to talk about obedience in giving and how God supernaturally increases our seed.

In the first 2 parts of this study we defined sowing and the purpose of the seed, as well as the purpose of the harvest. In the third part of this study I would like to talk about obedience in giving and how God supernaturally increases our seed. Let’s start again with the words of Jesus. Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Power Of Prayer: #1-Access Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 2, 2009

The first message in a series on the Power of Prayer written by Max Lucado, This message deals with our access to the throne room of Heaven showing that Father, Son, and Spirit all work together to give you access in prayer.

Power of Prayer #1:ACCESS Ephesians 2:18 CHCC: June 7, 2009 (from Discover the Power of Prayer by Max Lucado) VIDEO: Break Down the Wall INTRODUCTION: St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome has a holy door called the “Porta Sancta” which is only opened during a Holy Year of Jubilee which occurs ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Will Come Again!

Contributed by Chris Layton on Sep 3, 2009

The Fact That Jesus WILL Come again

Jesus Will Come Again! Acts 1:4-11 There are seven truths about Jesus that every Christian must accept, without any doubt, because they are the basis for salvation of one’s soul and are necessary for faith. • Virgin Birth – conceived of the Holy Spirit; born of a virgin. • Sinless Life – Not even a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Amidst Fear Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 8, 2009

This sermon is the first of five from a sermon series on the book of Joshua entitled: Faith Factor. We learn that just as God promised to be with Joshua he promises to be with us. That promise doesn’t just give us peace; it gives us courage. (Sermon adapt

A child watching him would have wondered why this soldier was so reluctant to cross a little stream? Surely he wasn’t afraid of the water, was he? No, Julius Caesar was not afraid of water. In fact there wasn’t much that famed Roman general was afraid of. Nevertheless Caesar was reluctant to cross ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran