Sermons on Memorial Day:

The Fairness Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 9, 2019

On the day of judgement we can be assured that we will all be judged both fairly and justly.

The Fairness of God Text: Rom. 2:12-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: "God never excuses sin. And he is always consistent with that ethic. Whenever we begin to question whether God really hates sin, we have only to think of the cross, where His Son was tortured, mocked, and beaten because ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:12-16

Denomination: Methodist

We Know Jesus In The Breaking Of The Bread

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 31, 2018

The Church teaches that the Lord’s Day is hallowed by the celebration of Eucharist, and reception of Holy Communion.

Thursday of Easter Week 2018 Was it the way in which Jesus broke the bread and gave the cup? Was it more likely that when He did so, He said, “this is my body; this is my blood”? Whatever it was that made them recognize Jesus in the breaking of bread, the Church has not at any time failed to do ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-26, Luke 24:35-48

Denomination: Catholic

A Foolish Message

Contributed by Johnny Cox on Apr 11, 2018

A message given Easter Sunday in 2018 when it also fell on April Fools Day.

Welcome to Church today! Do you like dumb riddles? I do. While you are turning to John 3:16, let’s see if you are awake! Why did the Easter egg hide? He was a little chicken! What do you call a rabbit with fleas? Bugs Bunny! What do you get if you pour boiling water down a rabbit hole? A hot ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bathsheba Takes A Bath

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 24, 2018

///////it is a sad day when a Gentile shows a better character than a child of God.

Bathsheba Takes a Bath 2 Samuel 11:1-15 The episode of David and Bathsheba has been preached or taught in Sunday School on many occasions. It is seen as a terrible fault in David who was called a “man after God’s own heart.” Indeed what David did was as horrible as the action of many of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The "Empty" Hope Of Easter Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 4, 2013

Jesus raised on the 3rd day and brought us at least 3 'empty' hopes...

Sermon Brief Date Written: March 28, 2013 Date Preached: March 31, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Easter Sunday Sermon Sermon Title: The Empty Hope of Easter Sermon Text: Luke 23:50-24:49 [ESV] Introduction: Last week I shared with you that Jesus Loves You! ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Fall Of Babylon Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Apr 16, 2013

The one world empire will be very prosperous and then in one day and one hour it will all be destroyed.

The Fall of Babylon Revelations 18:1-24 The final world empire will be greater than all the empires before it. It will bring a temporary peace for 3 ½ years and there will also be great economic success. The last 3 ½ years will be just the opposite due to the judgments of God. This 18th chapter ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Deborah The Encourager

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 18, 2013

A Mother's Day message focusing on Deborah, a woman we need to know from the Bible.

Deborah the Encourager Judges 4:4-17 May 12, 2013 Each year on Mother’s Day I preach about a woman I believe we need to learn about from the Bible. This year we’re going to look at an Old Testament woman, a very powerful woman, in fact she was the most powerful woman in the land of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:4-17

Denomination: Baptist

Healing Touch

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 7, 2014

Things were different in the days of Peter. When Peter was around, everybody got healed.

So far we have seen Saul’s encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. He was blinded for 3 days. God sent Ananias to heal Saul of his blindness. Saul was baptized, and was nourished with food and drink because he hadn’t eaten or drank anything during those three days. Saul ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31-43

Denomination: Baptist

God's Veteran

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 21, 2012

A sermon that likens the taking of Omaha Beach (D-Day) to Jesus storming the shores of sin.

God’s Veterans Romans 3:23 In July of 1863, General Robert E. Lee's Army Of Northern Virginia of 75,000 men and the 97,000 man Union Army Of The Potomac under General George G. Meade met, by chance, at a place called Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. There at Gettysburg on 3 days in July, 1863, more ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Crucified The Hope Of Glory

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Feb 7, 2013

Paul said people in his day were offended by the preaching of the cross. They are today too.

Christ Crucified 1 CORINTHIANS 1:22-24 "The Jews ask for a sign. " That request might be the deep yearning of the soul to know and touch God. Or it might be the thirst for entertainment and curiosity. Jesus had many to come to him for signs .. but he knew when to give them. In Luke 23, "Now, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Unpardonable Sin Series

Contributed by Joel Preston on Mar 22, 2012

Jesus clears up some misunderstandings the people of His day had about Him.

The Gospel of Mark # 9 – “The Unpardonable Sin” Mark 3:20-35 Intro – 1. ILL – The following series of advertisements reportedly appeared in a daily newspaper: Monday: "The Rev. A.J. Jones has one color TV set for sale. Telephone 626-1313 after 7 p.m. and ask for Mrs. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Where Is God When It Hurts? Series

Contributed by Michael Deaton on Jan 27, 2012

Use of Psalm 88 to ask Where God Is in those hurting days of our lives

Where is God When It Hurts? Psalm 88 LORD, you are the God who saves me; day and night I cry out to you. May my prayer come before you; turn your ear to my cry. I am overwhelmed with troubles and my life draws near to death. I am counted among those who go down to the pit; I am like one ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 88:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Names Shall Be Called Out!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 5, 2012

Friend, a day is coming when the nations will be gathered before Him. There is no hiding from Him!

Names shall be called out! Mathew 25:32 “All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate them one from another, as a shepherd divides his sheep from the goats.” The book ‘Amen’, an autobiography of Sister Jesme, talks about her experience in the convent. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of A Strong Connection

Contributed by Henry Tolbert on Aug 13, 2012

This sermon was preached in the midst of a 21 day fast as the church read through the book of John

John 15 was absolutely powerful! Here is a brief outline of what God spoke to me. How many people want to see real, sustainable progression in their lives? But how do you get that? Often times we miss out on what we could have because of a bad connection. Connection is vitally important. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: *other

Lust For Power - Adonijah Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 19, 2012

There is a fierce lust for power in every sphere of life these days, that includes the Christian circle as well.

Adonijah ! 1 King 1:50”Now Adonijah was afraid of Solomon; so he arose, and went and took hold of the horns of the altar.” There is a fierce lust for power in every sphere of life these days, that includes the Christian circle as well. The society is awash with brazen disregard for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 1:1-53

Denomination: Pentecostal