Sermons on Modern Christianity:

Putting Away Our Sword Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 1, 2011

Even during Jesus' arrest, when God looked completely helpless, He was still in complete control.

Putting Away Our Sword Series: A Journey with Jesus (through the Gospel of John) Brad Bailey – April 3, 2011 Intro – Around our home I begin to see the signs of spider season. Each morning I can begin to see the webs that have been spun. As much as I don‟t care for spiders…. ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

French Fries, Brides And Money Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Dec 4, 2011

This is a semron on stewardship and tithing that connects giving with the blood of Christ shed on the cross for us. Emphasis is on God providing for his Bride (Israel and the Church). God’s good gifts should motivate us to give a portion of them back to

Series: Stewardship, Message: Brides, French Fries, and Money Topics: Money, Tithe, Heart, Love Text: Malachi 3:6-12, 2:11; Psalm 24:1, 50:10; Chronicles 29:14, Ezekiel 16 Date: Dec. 4, 2011 Pastor: David McBeath This sermon is based on an illustration in a sermon called "Whose Fries Are These" ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Six Trillion Dollar Man. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 7, 2011

Man is more then just a tenate on this planet but a sort of landlord under Gods sovereign hand.

Intro: 1. Tony Evans, "In His goodness, God not only created you, but He also created everything for you. In other words, God didn’t create the plants, animals, or fish just to have them around. He created them for the benefit of mankind. The earth was created to give us a home to enjoy. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Even The Mature Experience Failure Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 9, 2011

Noah preached for 120 years and knew what it was to resist temptation, but eventually it knocked him off his feet.

Intro: 1. C. S. Lewis, "A silly idea is current, that good people do not know, what temptation means. This is an obvious lie. Only those, who try to resist temptation, know how strong it is. After all, you find out, the strength of a wind, by trying to walk against it, not by lying down. A ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Joy Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Dec 11, 2011

Jesus is the Good News of Great Joy for all People, but there are three preoccupations that keep us from experiencing Joy at Christmas: 1. Commercialism; 2. Busyness ; and 3. Family. But the 4 women of Christ's Family tree teach us how to experience the

Series: Christmas 2011, Advent Message: Surprised by Joy Topics: Joy, Christmas, Advent, Genealogy, Good News, Women, Bad Girls of Bible, Busyness, Commercialism, Family Dysfunction. Text: Matthew 1:1-6, Luke 2:10-11 Date: Dec. 11, 2011 Pastor: David McBeath INTRODUCTION Christmas is just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Him - An Every Day Christmas Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011

In all the rush and stress of the holiday season it's easy to lose sight of the 'big picture' of what Christmas is really all about. In this series we ask (and answer!) the question of "What's Jesus Got to do With Christmas?"

Knowing Him - An Every Day Christmas - Matthew 1:18-23 - December 11, 2011 Series: What’s Jesus Got To Do With It? - #1 December 17, 1903 is an important date in history - though most people are unaware that anything significant happened upon that day. Yet the events that transpired ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: *other

Simeon's Salvation Song Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 18, 2011

God's revelation leads to salvation when we receive the Savior.

Simeon’s Salvation Song Luke 2:28-35 Rev. Brian Bill 12/18/11 [Note: Parts of this message are adapted from Ray Pritchard’s sermon, “The Cradle and the Cross: Simeon’s Song”] Does anyone know what a “Bucket List” is? The idea behind this is to make a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:28-35

Denomination: Baptist

Hotel Bethlehem Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 5, 2012

Why Bethlehem - it was God’s plan and arrangement – He set everything in motion for it to happen right there in that town, in those conditions – it was in God’s eyes a perfect birth for the King of Kings. It was not a mistake or bad luck on the part of Ma

Message: Hotel Bethlehem Scripture Text: “And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn” (Luke 2:7 KJV). Opening Introduction: It’s obvious from researching the times of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer, Faith And Worship Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jan 9, 2012

In the story of Zechariah we see how God moves in prayer and how even a faithful man can have an unfaithful response.

Luke 1:11-20, “Then the angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right side of the altar of incense. When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and was gripped with fear. But the angel said to him: ‘Do no be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Beginning Of Biblical Miracles

Contributed by Ty Tamasaka on Jul 26, 2011

This message is to help believers teaches about how Moses used the stick that was in his hand to do great things for God. It helps believers learn to steward well the blessings already in their hands.

Beginnings of Biblical Miracles WHAT’S IN YOUR HAND? Have you ever had one of those days? Just one of those days when you can (or have to) push your way through it, or crawl back? I did. I started catching the bus to work awhile back. I have never caught the bus before, so let me ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-10

Denomination: Other

The Story - Sermon 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 31, 2011

Continuing looking at Genesis through the story of Joseph. Many various scriptures are used.

The Story - Part 3 September 26, 2010 Ad lib about my plans how they change over time . . . When we’re studying through The Story, we need to understand that there are two stories simultaneously taking place. There is the upper story and the lower story. The lower story is the details of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Story - Sermon 9 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 31, 2011

The story of the judges. Inspired by Frazee and Lucado.

A Few Good Men and Women Here Comes the Judge! October 31, 2010 - week 8 What’s the first word or thought which comes to mind when I say the word judge? Some of you have had experiences with these people which may not have been so pleasant. So, what’s the first word or thought when ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Donkey Talk Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 2, 2011

Why did God get angry with Balaam? All we are told is Balaam did what God told him but God still sends an angel to kill hiim. Why? And what lessons does God have for us in this story.

OPEN: YouTube Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ac2yP_DbHxc APPLY: We’ve all the story of Balaam’s donkey ever since we were little children. But this is an unusual story for a number of reasons… not the least of which is a talking donkey. So, what I want to do this morning is ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:1-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can God Be Trusted?

Contributed by Sean Harder on Aug 5, 2011

God allows us to do things for which he holds himself responsible. God trusts us, can you believe that? And he lets us blame him for things that we are responsible for. I wonder if we can be trusted by him, can he be trusted by us? And will we show that t

Let me start today with some words from Christopher Columbus who we attribute with finding North America, but not many of us know that apparently he was quite a theologian too. He said, “It was the Lord who put into my mind the fact that it would be possible to sail from here (Spain) to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:16-23

Freedom In Christ

Contributed by Michael Luke on Aug 7, 2011

To be saved by Jesus is to be set free.

SPECIAL DAY: INDEPENDENCE DAY “FREEDOM IN CHRIST” ROMANS 8:1-17 OPEN Tomorrow, we celebrate the founding of our nation. There will be picnics and fireworks and other activities happening across our country. It’s a celebration of freedom called Independence Day. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ