Sermons on Marks Of Servants Of God:

Does This Sermon Apply To You?"

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Aug 6, 2007

Parable of the Rich fool. Sometimes people have trouble identifying with this parable because we don’t see ourselves as rich.

Does this Sermon Apply to You? Luke 12:13-21 August 5, 2007 I would like to take you this morning to a place in your imagination. There was this fellow named Ben. Ben was the first from his family to go to college. His parents had grown up during the depression and money had been so tight, that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-31

Denomination: Methodist

A True Disciple

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 26, 2008

What does it take to be a "true disciple" of our Lord?

A True Disciple Luke 9:23 * Were I to ask this group of people, “Who wants to be a disciple of Christ?” Most everyone would raise their hands and honestly, would do so without giving any thought to what being a disciple really means. One of the classic books on discipleship was written by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Baptist

First Things First (1) Series

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 1, 2008

We draw meaning from the stuff we collect.How Jesus turned Abraham Maslow’s “Hierarchy of Human Needs” pyramid upside-down and flattened it with a single statement: “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well” (Matthew 6:33). We live in a pretty materialistic culture; we tend to confuse purpose or meaning in life with success. And we tend to confuse success with the accumulation of material possessions. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Promise Of Fruit

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Apr 17, 2001

This is a promise of encouragement to every preacher, to every teacher, to every worker to keep casting their bread on the water, for in due season they will reap.

THE PROMISE OF FRUIT Ecclesiastes 11:1 Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days As we read this verse, it seems at first, it do not make sense. It seems foolish to cast our bread or seed upon the waters. The sensible place would be in the ground. We can better ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

7 Truths About The Church

Contributed by Ron Callen on Apr 26, 2007

The church is the body of Christ. It is not a building or an event. 24/7 x 365 days a year, we are the church!

7 Truths About the Church Ephesians 5:25-32 Introduction: What is the church? Is it a building? Is it an event? Does church begin when the doors are unlocked on Sunday morning? Does it end when the last light is off and the doors are locked? Does church begin when the music director begins ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus The Author Of Faith Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Apr 18, 2009

This is the last in a series on the Heroes of Faith from Hebrews 11. It looks at Jesus as author and perfecter of our faith. It is expository.

Conclusion Jesus Let us look only to Jesus, the One who began our faith and who makes it perfect. — Hebrews 12:2 NCV Do you know who holds the record as the world’s best free-throw shooter? If you’re thinking Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, or Larry Bird—you’re way off. It’s probably not a fair ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian Church

Easter! What A Difference.

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Apr 13, 2014

JESUS' RESURRECTION FROM THE DEAD-WHAT IT MEANS.

EASTER - WHAT A DIFFERENCE! 1 Corinthians 15:1-15:11 Today is Easter Sunday &, as Christians, we have gathered to celebrate the resurrection of our Savior & Lord. But even as we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

2,000 Years At A Glance Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 15, 2014

Overview of major events in Church History.

Church History: Examining the Creeds and Confessions of the Church Through the Ages and Why They Matter. Lesson 1: Church History at a Glance In the small book of Jude, there is an important verse which is good to begin our study this evening. Regarding the false teachers of his day, he says ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"What Did Jesus Say About Motherhood?" Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 9, 2014

This sermon looks at motherhood from the perspective of the story of Mary & Martha.

“WHAT DID JESUS SAY ABOUT MOTHERHOOD?” Lk. 10:38-42 INTRO – There’s a war going on against women in our world today. Not using this terminology the way the liberals in America use it, when they suggest that the war against women is when we as Christians stand against ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Pray For You? Series

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 13, 2014

This is part two of my 2014 New Year's Message for Christ Church Billericay. I look at mission and pray and whilst doing say consider the harvest field, hostility, hospitality, healing and heaven's kingdom!

Last week was part one of my New Year’s message and today is part two. Last week I summarised the final words of Jesus to the disciples as this: “Go, make disciples, baptise them; teach them to obey.” I also quoted David Watson from thirty years ago and related it to our locality ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Death Is Dead

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 17, 2013

An Easter sermon, sharing the joy and promise of the fact death is dead.

Easter March 31, 2013 Luke 24:1-12 Some of you know that I am not musically gifted. I can’t carry a tune, I don’t know melody from harmony from rhythm. I don’t play any musical instruments, partly because I can’t read music; and maybe you don’t know it, but I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Do No Harm Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 16, 2013

When we have opportunities to help resolve conflict, we need to make sure we are careful what we say lest we become a gas can instead of a blessing.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • In a world torn by conflict, we need folks who are willing to be Peacemakers. • Christians are called to be those peacemakers. • Conflict is a part of the world we now live in, but God needs us to stay above the fray. • Last week we looked at ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ruth Scene 3 Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Feb 21, 2013

This chapter in Ruth gives us a perfect example of how we need to recognize our need for a redeemer and claim the gift that Jesus gives. He doesn’t pour it out until we ask for it. We need to go and allow him to cover us with the corner of his cloak. Boaz

So Naomi finds out that Ruth is gleaning in Boaz’s field and she says, “Should I not seek rest for you, Is Boaz not our relative?” If you recall when Naomi was telling Ruth and Orpah to stay in Moab she said, “The Lord grant that you find rest, each of you in the house of ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Living With Your Doubts

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 31, 2013

Thomas has been given a fairly difficult stereotype through the centuries because he is often referred to as doubting Thomas, but I don't believe that the title truly fits this man. So let's take a few moments to clear the air and see what we really know

May 21, 2006 Living With Your Doubts John 20:24-20:29 (GNB) In a Peanuts comic strip, Charlie Brown is talking with Lucy as they walk home on the last day of school. Charlie Brown says to Lucy: "Lucy, I got straight A's; isn't that great!" Lucy in her typical fashion shoots down poor Charlie ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Compared To Other High Priests

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 7, 2014

To compare JESUS with other high priests, His differences from them, His uniqueness and His superiority.

I. EXORDIUM: Can JESUS be compared to other high priest and still excel? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To compare JESUS with other high priests, His differences from them, His uniqueness and His superiority. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:27 (Amplified Bible) 7:27 He has no day by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:27

Denomination: Pentecostal