Sermons on Merge:

'twas The Prayer Before Christmas

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 5, 2006

The prayer that changed the world.

LUKE 1:5-25 ‘TWAS THE PRAYER BEFORE CHRISTMAS In the days of Herod, king of Judea, there was a priest named Zechariah, of the division of Abijah. And he had a wife from the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. And they were both righteous before God, walking blamelessly in all the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-26

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2 : Truncated History Series

Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Dec 10, 2009

A very truncated look at the history of christianity. This message presupposes that many people believe restoration history bypasses the reformation and catholicism. However, it is unhealthy to not acknowlege our past. Instead we ought to embrace it.

HISTORY: Very, Very Truncated. “In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the universe.” Hebrews 1:1 In trying to better ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Man Who Thought His Prayer Was Not Answered Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 3, 2011

Zechariah prayed, and thought his prayer was not answered. God, however, not only heard his prayer, but answered in a way he could never have imagined.

“In the days of Herod, king of Judea, there was a priest named Zechariah, of the division of Abijah. And he had a wife from the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. And they were both righteous before God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and statutes of the Lord. But they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Body Building - Part Two Series

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Apr 6, 2010

Jesus is building a Serving Church

“Body Building” - Part Two Ephesians 4:11-13 OPEN: We are looking at Ephesians chapter four concerning the issue of Body Building. Understanding the church. Ecclesiology = Church Jesus’ way. We are really dealing with: What is Needed to Build the Body? But before we get to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Angel Of Yahweh Is? Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 22, 2012

A study of the book of Judges chapter 13

Judges 20: 1 – 25 The Angel of Yahweh Is? Again the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the LORD, and the LORD delivered them into the hand of the Philistines for forty years. 2 Now there was a certain man from Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Worship Experience

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Apr 21, 2013

A sermon that uses a variety of passages to identify how God evaluates our Sunday worship.

How many of you are currently part of a blended family or have ever been part of a blended family? Blended family meaning that there are kids living under the same household who basically were part of a previous marriage or a previous relationship. Debbie and I are part of a blended family. A ...read more

Scripture: John 12:32

Denomination: Christian Church

Outline Of 1 Timothy Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 17, 2020

First Timothy is one of the most important books in the New Testament, It deals with the most important aspects of our faith: salvation by grace through faith in Jesus Christ; the importance of prayer; the qualifications to be a church leader, and the centrality of Jesus.

Tom Lowe 8-21-2020 OUTLINE OF 1 Timothy Opening Greetings, 1:1-2 Instruction Concerning Doctrine, 1:3-20 Paul’s Warning Against False Doctrines, 1:3-11 Paul’s Testimony Concerning the Grace of God, 1:12-17 Paul’s Charge to Timothy, 1:18-20 III. Instruction Concerning Worship, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (Vi) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 10, 2021

Mid-tribulation position (Prewrath) is analyzed in light of Scripture and Scholarship. Strengths and weaknesses of this eschatology are examined.

Will Christians go through the tribulation period? That is the question we are engaging in this study. The futurist camp which we are a part of entertains three possible answers: pretribulationists believe the rapture of the church will occur before the tribulation period begins. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:2-3, Revelation 19:7-8, Ephesians 5:25-27, Revelation 6:15-17, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 12:13-17, 1 Corinthians 15:50-58, Revelation 11:12-15, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Greatness Of Melchizedek’s Order In Relation To The Levitical Priesthood Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 25, 2020

In this section, the writer took his argument one step further. Not only is Melchizedek greater than Aaron, but Melchizedek has replaced Aaron! It is no longer “the order of Aaron” or “the order of Levi.” It is forever “the order of Melchizedek.”

3/13/20 Tom Lowe The Levitical Priesthood The Levitical Priesthood traces through the three sons of Levi, through the Sadducees until it went extinct at the death of Christ, when it was replaced with the Priesthood of Christians which endures until the second coming. Lesson #23 [ID5b] The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:11-28

Denomination: Baptist

A Snitch In Time Raves In Kind

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 21, 2018

A study in the book of Numbers 31: 1 – 47

Numbers 31: 1 – 47 A snitch in time raves in kind 31And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying: 2 “Take vengeance on the Midianites for the children of Israel. Afterward you shall be gathered to your people.” 3So Moses spoke to the people, saying, “Arm some of yourselves for war, and let them go against ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Will We See Our Loved Ones Again? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Hell is an unpopular subject you don't hear much preaching about anymore. But I must speak about hell because the Bible speaks about hell.

INTRODUCTION Before George Carlin or Woody Allen ever said, it comedian Sean Morey spoke these words on the Johnny Carson show in the 1980s. “I think that the life cycle is backwards. You should die first; get it out of the way. Then you live in an old age home. You are kicked out when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

If We Ever Needed Each Other...

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Sep 17, 2015

If we ever needed each other, as brothers and sisters in Christ, if we ever needed to be faithful to the fellowship of the saints, surely our current cultural environment means we need each other now.

If We Ever Needed Each Other… TCF Sermon August 9, 2015 This morning, we’re going to talk about church, so I found a little church humor you might like: Top 10 Ways You Know You’re In A Bad Church 10. The church bus has gun racks. 9 . The church staff consists of Senior Pastor, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good Samaritan

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Mar 27, 2015

A simple sermon meant to challenge believers

There are four ages of man: 1) when you believe in Santa Claus, 2) when you don’t believe in Santa Claus, 3) when you are Santa Claus, and then 4) when you look like Santa Claus. Ho, ho, ho! The good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37 A man died and went to Heaven. Peter asked him, “Why should ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Walk Worthy Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 30, 2020

This has massive implications for our Christian life and ministry. Far too often we try to walk before we learn how to sit.

Walk Worthy Ephesians 4:1-3 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 01-12-20 What’s Your Name? Alexander the Great was one of the greatest military generals who ever lived. One night when he couldn’t sleep, he got up and wandered around the encampment. He came upon a soldier who ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3, Ephesians 2:2, Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Sets The Highest Standards For His Disciples Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 26, 2022

New version with information about Christians being in Christ. 1. We must say "no" to our selfishness. 2. We must carry our cross. 3. We must follow His footsteps.

Jesus Sets the Highest Standards for His Disciples The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 16:20-25 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 26, 2022) (New version with information about Christians being in Christ.) BACKGROUND: *Today's message is about the high standards Jesus sets for His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:20-25

Denomination: Baptist