Sermons on Men Of Bible:

Shrewd As Snakes And Innocent As Doves?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 22, 2006

Discussion of Jesus’ words about taking the message to those who may or may not accept it.

Shrewd as Snakes & Innocent as Doves? Matthew 10:11-16 January 22, 2006 Introduction How many people here are "snake" people? I mean, you like snakes, you can hold them, and you’re not freaked out by them? My dad’s great with snakes - even rattlesnakes. When I was about Noble’s age, my dad ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:11-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Caring For Creation… Without Worshipping It Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

To help us understand our responsibility to environmental concerns in light of God’s heart and word.

We’re continuing this morning in our series entitled Holding Out Hope for a Wounded World. - In particular this morning I want to help us understand our responsibility to environmental concerns in light of God’s heart and word. …The topic of environment may strike many of us in different ways. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thankful For The Church Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 1, 2006

We take for granted the fellowship and salvation we enjoy in the church, we MUST be thankful!

Date Written: October 1, 2006 Date Preached: October 1, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in Colossians Sermon Title: Thankful for the Church Sermon Text:: Col 1:3-8 3 We give thanks to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

All You Can Ease Buffet Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007

God cries out in grief over the death of Israel because of their complacency.

As you turn to Amos 6 tonight, I want to tell you about the first word of our text. That word is Woe. Everybody experiences grief in different ways. Some people keep it inside. Some people cry. But there are some people who really break down. We’ve all seen pictures of the professional ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Generous Life

Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 21, 2008

There are two ways to approach life, with a clenched fish or an open hand. A clenched fist person says: “All I have, I have gained on my own.” An opened hand person says, “All I have, God has provided and blessed. I am just a manager of all God has gi

Living a Generous Life Exodus 4:1-5 It took God speaking to Moses from a burning bush to get the attention of Moses and make a life-changing impact on Moses. Moses was about 40 years old when he left Egypt and fled to Midian and there he worked as a Shepherd 40 years for the Priest of Midian, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5

Denomination: Free Methodist

Just For The Unjust Series

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Dec 8, 2007

Exposition of Rev. 16

Justice for the Unjust Rev. 16 One of the most startling recent statistics is the fact the prison population of the USA is now over 2 million people. A more controversial question though is, “why do we put people in prison?” Law enforcement, district attorneys, judges work hard to bring criminals ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Baptized In The Spirit

Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 17, 2006

Martin Luther said, “baptism is something we do in the church one day, but it takes the rest of our lives to finish. In baptism we have new life in Christ, but as babes who are brought to its waters continue to grow, we too must continue to grow, to obe

Baptized in the Spirit Matthew 3__1-17 ADVENT II Second Sunday in Advent (A) the kingdom of heaven is at hand Isaiah 11:1-10 There shall come forth a shoot from the stump of Jesse, and a branch from his roots shall bear fruit. And the Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the Spirit of wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

The Power Game Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Oct 21, 2006

Esther, Pt. 3

THE POWER GAME (ESTHER 3) I am highly suspicious of people in power and with power. My low regard and utter disdain for power can be traced to the power game and the power struggle I have witnessed. The church I was a part of as a youth had a heartbreaking major split every three years or so. The ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

True Ownership Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Oct 23, 2006

We must have an understanding of who owns what when it comes to stewardship. this is the first in a four part series on stewardship

PLAY DVD OF APOLLO 13, CLIP 1. Houston we have a problem, Have you ever noticed how problems shape our lives. While we may pray for a problem free life, the truth of the matter is problems have a way of defining us. John Maxwell said, “Problems are predictors” – you can predict what type of person ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Complete Surrender To Christ The King

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006

The story of Eric Liddell (Chariots of Fire) forms the backdrop for this sermon on Christ the King Sunday. Are we willing to surrender all of our commitments and allegiences to Christ the King?

1Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. 2Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Denomination: Nazarene

Growing In Christ Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Mar 12, 2007

If we truly want to grow in our relationship with Christ, we must allow Him to deal with the issue of pride.

Introduction: I. I would like to begin this morning, by asking you, “What is the most difficult thing you have every undertaken to accomplish?” A. As you think about that question, maybe your mind goes to, 1. The workplace, a. Maybe a difficult task that your boss gave you, or b. Maybe ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Methodist

Whats My Line Series

Contributed by Buddy Baird on Mar 17, 2007

This sermon centers around the declaration of Peter that Jesus was the Christ.

PART 2 WHAT’S MY LINE TEXT: MATTHEW 16.13-18 INTRODUCTION: I recall watching reruns of an old games show that was a hit during the 50’s and 60’s. The show was called “What’s my line?” In this game the panel would try to guess the occupation of a contestant by asking yes and no questions. This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Not On My Team Series

Contributed by Buddy Baird on Mar 17, 2007

Would you want Peter on your team, he denied even knowing you, but Jesus used him.

PART 4 DON’T WANT HIM ON MY TEAM! TEXT: MATTHEW 26.58, 75 INTRODUCTION: This sermon will bring an end to our series on the calling and preparation of Peter as given to us in the Gospels. We have watched Peter as he progresses from his call at the Sea of Galilee, and the immediate departure from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:58

Denomination: Church Of God

Conception Of Evil

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Dec 26, 2005

Temptation is nothing more than a test of what we love more

Title: Conception of Evil Text: “Lead us not into Temptation, but deliver us from Evil” + Jas 1:13-15 & 4:4-8 FCF: The only way to resist temptation is dwell on how much better is the love of Christ. Intro: A wise friend of mine put it best. “Jesus promised to deliver us from our enemies. He ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons Learned For Job Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007

Lessons learned from the story of Job.

Lessons Learned From Job 2 Scriptures: Job 2-11, Psalm 91:1&4; Matthew 16:13-19; 1 John 4:1 Introduction In my message last week, I covered four lessons that we should know and understand about Satan. As a reminder, the first four lessons were: 1) Satan is not our friend; 2) Satan is not ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational