Sermons on Mortar:

Jesus: The Lamb Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 18, 2004

Jesus is the Lamb of God who died in our place.

Jesus: The Word Becomes Flesh Text: John 1:14 Introduction A. Read John 1:14 B. A few weeks ago Newsweek magazine conducted a poll asking questions about Christ and his birth. Here are some of the results: 1. 67% - believe that the entire story of Christmas is historically accurate. 2. 24% - ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Methodist

I Am The Way Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 25, 2007

Jesus made the claim that He is the WAY to the Father although many people claim that there are different routes. Scripture gives his claims in order that we not be deceived.

May, 2007 I AM the Way John 14:1-6 INTRODUCTION: In this chapter Jesus brought out the I AM claim in a different setting. The disciples were confused and troubled. Jesus could see their anxiety in their faces. Things were leading up to the crucifixion. They may have felt they didn’t know ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

C Is For Capstone Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 30, 2007

A study of the word "capstone" and "cornerstone" in Scripture.

Introduction 1. (email funny) 2. ABC’s and XYZ’s of the Bible.... Does anyone remember what A was for? (Abundant) B is for Beginning C is for Cornerstone/Capstone... Someone requested “commitment”... But, did you realize that the word “commitment” is not in the Bible (NIV or KJV)? 3. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 28:16

Denomination: Nazarene

Do These Stones Have To Shout?

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 17, 2007

This sermon is about being willing to shout out theglory of God! If we don’t witness, the stones will!

I have recorded in my journal an event that took place in early October 1990 at the Port of Dammam, Saudi Arabia, while preparing for Operation Desert Storm. A central ammunition depot was established in an open sided warehouse at the Port, and worship had been scheduled by a Chaplain with the 1st ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: United Methodist

False Identity Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Oct 28, 2008

Jesus presents a clear description of what it is followers are to be like internally and how they are to live outwardly in the Sermon on the Mount

Many years ago- King of Egypt employed an architect to build a watchtower. When Kings had buildings built- they would have their name engraved on the buildings to be remembered in history. When the architect finished the building he engraved his own name in the cornerstone of the building. Then he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Is "Church” A Dirty Word? Series

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 19, 2008

"Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another - and all the more as you see the Day approaching." (Hebrews 10:25)

I’ve always felt a little guilty over church. I felt guilty when I didn’t attend; felt guilty when I did attend; felt guilty if I didn’t become a member; felt guilty after I became a member; felt guilty when I stayed at a certain church; and felt guilty when I left that church. Then the cycle ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Deal With The Giant Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on Jun 5, 2008

going to talk this morning on discouragement (the leukemia of the soul).

INTRO: A man joined a monastery, and to join this monastery you can only say two words in ten years. After ten years was up he came in the monsignor’s office and said, “Bed hard.” He went back and served another ten years of silence and came to the monsignor’s office and said, “Food cold.” Went ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:10-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church That God Will Bless

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 11, 2007

God wants to bless His church so that Others will see his greatness. The Church God will bless has the proper foundation, the proper fromation, and perservering faithfulness.

Intro: Jesus as the most important question anyone can ever ask. Who do you say that I am? Peter who normally suffers from foot in mouth disease gets a chance to shine. As the spokesman of the disciples he stands up and says you are the Christ the Son of the living God. Jesus not only tells ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

"A Big Responsibility"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 20, 2005

We are the confessors of Christ who are called to witness to the world.

Matthew 16:13-20 1 Peter 2:4-10 “A BIG Responsibility” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org You’ve heard the jokes, someone dies and they meet Saint Peter at the Pearly Gates. In these jokes, Peter is the one who decides ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Building Up The Wall And I Can't Come Down

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 1, 2005

If there is a breach in your wall, how can you protect your family and the ones you love?

BUILDING UP THE WALL AND I CAN’T COME DOWN Neh 4 4:1 When Sanballat heard that we were rebuilding the wall, he became angry and was greatly incensed. He ridiculed the Jews, 2 and in the presence of his associates and the army of Samaria, he said, "What are those feeble Jews doing? Will they ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hidden Symbolism: Inherit The Winds!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 22, 2005

There are many lessons hidden in the Bible in symbolism. The East winds are symbolic of chastening.The North winds tell a story of cleansing. The South wind declares renewal. The west winds suggest blessings.

Hidden Symbolism: Inherit the Wind By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com You can tell how big a person is: by what it takes to discourage him. There are many lessons hidden in the Bible in symbolism. Symbolism is the art or practice of using symbolic things that have intangible ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Follow Me

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Dec 10, 2003

Decide to follow Christ

Sept. 7 Follow Me Christians by and large are dull and boring. Jesus would never call us to a mediocre life. The american dream is not the same as the life Jesus calls us to live - a reasonable life. What’s Reasonable? Is it reasonable to work 45 years at a job you hate so you can buy stuff you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unity And Revival

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Sep 4, 2003

When we walk in unity we can accomplish supernatural achievements. We can walk on Water together. We can see Papatoetoe won for Jesus. Just like Nehemiah was able to complete the temple wall against overwhelming odds

UNITY Pastor Ian Johnson ~Papatoetoe Elim Church 09:2003. This may be the most important message ever preached at Papatoetoe Elim. The message of unity! By this shall all men know that you are my disciples! When we walk in unity we can accomplish supernatural achievements. We can walk on Water ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3, John 17:20-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord's Ways Are Higher Than Our Ways

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 30, 2009

Pentecost (C) - The Lord’s ways are higher than our ways because man’s ways are always selfish. Only God’s word works success.

THE LORD’S WAYS ARE HIGHER THAN OUR WAYS (Outline) May 31, 2009 -- PENTECOST -- Genesis 11:1-9 INTRO: Today’s verses describe God’s confusion of language at Babel. On this day of Pentecost the Holy Spirit provided a way to clearly understand different languages. What does our Lord ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Aim High!

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 2, 2015

Baby Dedication Sermon to remind parents of the ultimate priority in raising children -- lead them to follow God.

1. Stork A little boy asked his mother where he came from, and also where she had come from as a baby. His mother gave him a tall tale about a beautiful white-feathered bird. The boy asked his grandmother the same question and received a variation on the bird story. Outside to his playmate he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ