Sermons on Martha:

Don't Excuse Yourself From God's Banquet Of Salvation

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Nov 19, 2003

In the parable of the great banquet Jesus gives us a graphic warning about excusing ourselves from God’s feast of salvation in time and in eternity.

“Are you looking for just the right excuse for a certain situation? Ask your pastor he has heard them all.” Although more of joke than advice there is some truth to it. Pastors do hear a lot of excuses. But I think it would be more correct to say that only God has truly heard all the excuses ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Mature Faith

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 11, 2006

Study with me the five purposes of the church – five experiences that can make us strong disciples, able to serve our Master.

My brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of any kind, consider it nothing but joy, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance; and let endurance have its full effect, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking in nothing. James 1:2-4 (NRSVA) Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: United Methodist

Running For Freedom - Which Way Will You Run Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 19, 2005

Why did God send Philip witness to the Eunuch? This was an important official in Ethiopia. Why not send Peter, or John or one the other apostles?

OPEN: On our vacation last month we went to Philadelphia. We took the guided tour of the city in a double-decker bus and saw various statues and parks, Betsy Ross’s home, as well as Benjamin Franklin’s grave. Our guide told us that people throw approximately $3000 in pennies on Franklin’s grave ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, Matthew 14:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Suicide And Euthanasia Series

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 27, 2005

The difference between turning off life support, euthanasia and suicide. We need to recognize God’s authority over life and death. Suicide and euthanasia (assisted suicide) are not compatible with Christianity though they are forgivable. We need to of

Sermon: Suicide and Euthanasia 2 Cor. 4:16-5:9 August 14, 2005 THEME: The difference between turning off life support, euthanasia and suicide. We need to recognize God’s authority over life and death. Suicide and euthanasia (assisted suicide) are not compatible with Christianity though they ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Things That Never Change Part 2

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 2, 2003

God is worthy of our praise and trust because He will not change.

Malachi 3:6 Things That Never Change Introduction Last week we looked at this passage and considered that in the midst of a world and culture that is constantly changing, it is comforting and assuring that God never changes. He will never change in His great love for man. He will never change how ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6

Denomination: Baptist

Lists!!!

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Aug 2, 2003

Face it, some parts of the Bible are boring. But if we believe what the Bible says of itself in II Timothy 3:16, that the WHOLE of Scripture is the inspired Word of God, then even those passages that SEEM boring will have a lot to teach us!

There are many wonderful texts from the Bible. There are texts from the Bible that inspire. There are texts from the Bible that bring to the eye, a tear. There are those texts from the Bible that answer so clearly our questions of life that we suddenly feel the presence and power of God with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Believing Without Seeing"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Sep 4, 2003

In the story of the healing of the Nobleman’s son, we see the growth of faith, and the enablement of Jesus to meet our needs.

“Believing Without Seeing” John 4:46-53 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our series on great events in the life and ministry of Jesus. TONIGHT, we will take a look at the healing of the Nobleman’s son. We take a lot of things by FAITH. Every time we sit in a chair, we have FAITH that it will hold ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-53

Denomination: Baptist

How To Receive An Answer From God (4of4) Series

Contributed by Jim Moynihan on Apr 21, 2005

There are four attitudes needed to get answers to our prayers.

Jeanne Olsen, a mother of five from Illinois, took her daughter Kirsten, age 9, out for a mother-daughter breakfast. During their meal, Jeanne courageously asked her daughter, "How do you think I could be a better mom?" Kirsten thought for a moment. "Well, you do yell a lot. I know you’ve been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Luke 1:5, Luke 1:67-80

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Go Get God!"

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on May 17, 2005

To show the importance of maintaining the presence of God in our homes.

PP0557 DATE GO GET GOD!!! Mark 5:22; 35-43 Mr 5:22 And, behold, there cometh one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name; and when he saw him, he fell at his feet, Mr 5:35 While he yet spake, there came from the ruler of the synagogue’s house certain which said, Thy daughter is dead: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:22-43

Denomination: Baptist

My Heart's Desire

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 24, 2000

This Sermon is about allowing God’s word to flow into our lives causing our faith to increase.

"My Heart's Desire" (Romans 10:1-14) -Rev. A. Torrence, Pastor Cross of Life Lutheran Church The one characteristic that I admired about the apostle Paul is his sense of passion. Paul was man of passion. What ever he set his mind to do, Paul was earnest enough to bring it to reality with fervor. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Truly Living Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Apr 18, 2006

Jesus says, "I am the resurrection and the life." The message explores what it means to have Jesus as your life, and to live abundantly.

(Preached Easter Sunday 2006) As the children are going out, I’m reminded of the story of a Sunday School teacher who was extremely enthusiastic. She looked at her class of four-years olds and asked this question: “Does anyone know what today is?” A little girl held up her finger and said, “Yes ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Willing To Hurt" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 19, 2006

Sermon 3 in a study in the Sermon on the Mount

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Years ago when I was writing daily devotions for the inmates at Rio Grande County Jail in Del Norte, Colorado, I did one called “Dove’s Wings” from Psalm 55:6-8. I’d like to use a portion of that by way of introduction today, although ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Orthodox

A Different Kind Of Eulogy Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 17, 2002

how Joseph and Jacob prepared for their funerals and dealt with their deaths

August 18, 2002 Genesis 48:15-16, 49:33, 50:24-26 Then he blessed Joseph and said, “May the God before whom my fathers Abraham and Isaac walked, the God who has been my shepherd all my life to this day, 16 the Angel who has delivered me from all harm —may he bless these boys. May they be called ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Stagnant Bottoms Or Puzzle Pieces

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 26, 2002

Your’s and the church’s place in God’s Kingdom

SERMON: Stagnant Bottoms and Puzzle Pieces I Cor. 12:12-27 August 4, 2002 I. Introduction A. Bishop Lindsey’s Story 1. I recently had the opportunity to hear our Bishop, Lindsey Davis, speak. He is an avid golfer, so much so in fact that when we went to Augusta for the North Ga ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: United Methodist

The Spy In Halfway Series

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Dec 9, 2007

When it comes to salvation, don’t trust in yourself or even your church - rather put your trust in the Lord.

SERMON: THE SPY IN HALFWAY Things that people trust in: Themselves (Proverbs 3:5 – 6) Their Walls (Jeremiah 7:3 – 6) The Lord Title: The Spy in Halfway Text: Joshua 2:8 – 14 MP: Salvation is only found when you let the Savior in. Outline: 1. Introduction a. Ted Griffith ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist