Sermons on Manifest Presence:

Judas Iscariot

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 26, 2015

Judas-probably the most notorious figure in history. But before we claim to be nothing like him I would say, “Hold on; not so fast.” We may not be a Judas but I do think we have the capability to develop some of his characteristics if we're not careful.

JUDAS ISCARIOT We might look at the bad things people did in scripture-like Cain killing his brother Able or David committing adultery with Bathsheba or Peter denying he knew Jesus and think to ourselves, “I would never do such a thing”. This definitely holds true when it comes to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Told You That?

Contributed by Larry Turner on May 29, 2015

This sermon talks about our potentials and how Satan wants to rob us with his lies.

A pastor went out visiting his church members on a Saturday afternoon. At one house, it was obvious that someone was home, but nobody came to the door even though the preacher knocked several times. Finally, the minister took out his church business card and wrote out "Revelation 3:20" on the back ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:11, John 4:10, Jeremiah 1:5, Joshua 14:9-12, 1 Samuel 17:37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Jesus Cleanses Ten Lepers Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 4, 2015

Jesus' healing of ten lepers in Luke 17:11-19 shows us two signs of saving faith.

Scripture Roy Larson thought the most difficult part of his day would be maneuvering the unfamiliar stick shift on a “loaner” electric wheelchair as he ventured into downtown Glen Ellyn, Illinois, for a haircut. But his day was about to become much more difficult. As he was crossing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joshua ~ #2 Camped At Swollen Jordan River Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jun 13, 2015

the two Israeli spies that Joshua had sent into Jericho had returned and reported to Joshua everything that they had witnessed.

SS~ #18~ JOSHUA ~ #2 camped at Jordan ~ 10-12-14 Joshua 3: -- pt 1 Today we'll continue in our study of Heb.11: -- "the hall of the faithful" chapter. Listen as I read our text verses. 　　Heb.11: 30-31 By faith the walls of Jericho fell down, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Mission Of The Church Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 15, 2015

With all the occupations of day to day living Christians and churches need these Mountains to direct our life so that we can live according to Christ's Great mission. If we don't we will live our life for either the most urgent or pressing need, or, for

THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH MATTHEW 22:36-39 & 28:17-20 Church growth is the most study subject of the last few decades. The thrust of most the Church Growth and Church health books and conferences I've read or been able to view could and usually are summed up as: A great commitment to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-39

Denomination: Baptist

Genuine Prayer And Fasting Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 15, 2015

Last week we started the series on the places where Jesus said, “I tell you the truth”. We started out by looking at Matt. 6:1-4 where Jesus talks about giving. Today we’ll look at the other acts of righteousness in this passage-praying and fasting.

“GENUINE PRAYER AND FASTING” Matthew 6:5-18 INTRODUCTION: Last week we started the series on the places where Jesus said, “I tell you the truth”. We started out by looking at the first four verses of Matt. 6 where Jesus shows us our giving need not be done with fanfare, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Anchors

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 30, 2013

Life is a hodgepodge of experiences—some good, some bad. There are people who say that life is a struggle, and others say life is good. I have heard different people say that life has its hills and valleys, or they say it has its ups and downs. Bu

4-16-04 Title: Four Anchors Text: “Then, fearing lest we should run aground on the rocks, they dropped four anchors from the stern, and prayed for day to come.” (Acts 27:29). Bible Reading: Acts 27:13-36 Introduction Life is a hodgepodge of experiences—some good, some ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:13-36

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Heroes: Captain America Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 3, 2014

This fun sermon series uses comic-book heroes as modern-day parables, uncovering hidden spiritual messages in the stories of superheroes like Superman, Batman, and Spider-man. Most of these sermons are expository, alliterated and have PowerPoint!

Holy Heroes: Captain America Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/10/2013 Good morning and welcome to Blooming Grove. If you are visiting with us today, I hope you feel right at home—like a part of the family. These past several weeks I’ve been preaching about ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6, Hebrews 11:6-7

Denomination: Christian Church

Believing In The Resurrected Jesus (Part One)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 6, 2014

Jesus' followers did not fully embrace, at first, the reality of Jesus' resurrection.

BELIEVING IN THE RESURRECTED JESUS (part one) JOHN 20:1-18 1) “Where’s Jesus?” (1-9). vs. 1-2 “The stone”. What’s the deal with the stone? Matt. 27:62-66. Explain the slope and groove. With all these factors it would have been nearly impossible for someone to ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All Change

Contributed by John Gullick on Jan 6, 2014

A sermon that discusses the inevitability and necessity of change in the Christian life.

Ephesians 5 New International Version (NIV) 5 1 Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children 2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. 3 But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

That Foul S Word!

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 22, 2014

A sermon on one of the touchiest subjects in God's Word:submission. Should we really be prickly about this topic? NO!

That Foul S Word! There is one word that is considered by many as one of the foulest words that a Christian can say. In fact, if you aren't very careful--and tactful--in speaking concerning this topic, you are going to get yourself into a peck of trouble with some people. If you really want to ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-8

Denomination: Bible Church

Joseph: From Slave To Deputy Pharoah

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 24, 2014

The Story- Chapter 3. Joseph is an example of a man who did not let his lower story dominate his life because he was focused on God's upper story!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are going to look at the life of a man who was loved by his father, almost too much. This love from his father was so strong that his other brothers were terribly jealous and maybe rightfully so. • Joseph has a lot go wrong in his early life, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If Noah Were Here

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 27, 2014

You see, God created all things and called them good, but it was only man that God really loved for man was the only part of God’s creation that had the power of choice to love God in return and that possessed an eternal soul.

11-8-04 If Noah Were Here... Genesis 6:2-6:8 Nearly 6000 years ago there was a great man of faith called Noah. Noah lived in a time of great turmoil and much confusion. It had all began so beautifully as ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Judges (Barak) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 22, 2014

God uses imperfect people! That's the message of the book of Judges. In the second sermon in this series we see Barak defied the will of God, depended on the word of God, and delighted in the worship of God.

Judges: Ordinary People in the Hands of an Extraordinary God (Barak) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/13/2014 Ever heard the expression—He really dropped the ball!? Sure you have. We use it all the time to describe someone who failed to follow through on an assignment ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Turn And Live

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 30, 2014

Today, by turning from sin to God through faith in Jesus Christ, anyone can have a new heart. Salvation is not turning over a new leaf, but receiving a new life.

Opening illustration: During the past year, cars, trucks, tires, window blinds, and toy xylophones have been recalled by their manufacturers. In every case, the message was similar: “This product is defective or dangerous and could cause serious injury or even death. Return it to us and we ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:26-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational