Sermons on Natural Elements:

Heart Bypass (1986)

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 16, 2010

We are divided over whether to invest more in charity or more in the church program. A key element must be the compassion that gives from the core of our beings.

It seems as though just about once a week someone will phone from one of the charity agencies -- the Purple Heart, the Good Will, the Disabled Veterans -- and I always know when they are calling, because they will ask for Mrs. Smith. Nobody asks for Mrs. Smith when they could ask for Margaret ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Christ Out Of Christmas

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 2, 2023

If Christmas has become a "cultural" holiday, This message looks at what happens when we try and take out all of the religious elements.

Have you noticed that every year, people seem more intent on secularizing Christmas? They wish you a “Happy Holiday” or “Seasons Greetings” and then have presentations at school that make no mention of the Manger or the Wise Men, let alone the Christ Child. Now, I may be a little overly sensitive, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 2:1-12, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Learning Contentment

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Happiness, though it does not come naturally, is attainable.

Thesis: Happiness, though it does not come naturally, is attainable. Intro.: 1. Illust. A Russian woman lived with her husband & two children in a very small hut. Her husband's parents lost their home & she had to take them in. Unbearable. In desperation, she went to the village wise man, whom ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Life's Jiffy Lube

Contributed by Chad Ballard on Jan 31, 2002

Don’t forget to take out the old nature.

Life’s Jiffy Lube Ephesians 4: 17-29 I. Chad’s First Oil Change A. Forgot to drain the old oil: TWICE! B. Talk of the family get-togethers for months! C. Believe it or not, there is a lesson on Christian living in all of this. II. Why the oil needed changing. Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Tongues

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 10, 2001

A Study of the nature, origin and purpose of the miraculous Gift of Tongues.

I.Definition. The ability, by guidance of the Holy Spirit, to speak another language without its having been learnt. ACTS 2:4-11; 1 CORINTHIANS 14:9-11. II.Origin. A. For the Apostles - the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. ACTS 1:1-5,8; 2:1-4. B. Other early Christians - via the laying on of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:22-23, Acts 2:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sheep In Wolves Clothing

Contributed by Davy Hobson on Oct 21, 2000

This sermon is concerning the two fold nature of the child of God.

A SHEEP IN WOLVES CLOTHING ( DOCTRINE OF THE TWO-FOLD NATURE OF MAN) TEXT: ROM. 8:1-14 INTRO: *************** ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Want The World To Revolve Around You?

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 10, 2002

The story of Micah’s idols and the nature of true religion

Do You Want the World to Revolve Around You? Judges 17:6 INTRO.: A certain credit card company has a commercial set in the board room of some international corporation. A merger is in progress. The CEO says everything is set to be finalized on the 28th. One office flunky at the copier turns and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 17:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rod And Staff Series

Contributed by Peter Parry on Jun 4, 2004

The rod and staff are reflective of the nature of God and both are needed.

ROD AND STAFF (Ps. 23:4) Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. If you can think back for a moment to the Charlie Brown cartoon characters and Linus carrying around his blanket, now and then sucking his thumb, you get an image of early childhood comfort. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Congregational

On The Omnipresence Of God Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Nov 18, 2005

To discuss the omnipresence nature of God and what it means to us.

OmnipresenceofGod 11/13/05 pm Rev. Jeff Simms On the Omnipresence of God Psalm 139:7-12 Primary Purpose: On this great truth that God is ever present with us and some implications of that truth When we talk about the attributes of God, we can divide them into two categories: the natural and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Most Dangerous Baby

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Feb 27, 2007

Christmas Season - focussing on the revolutionary nature of the birth of Jesus

Introduction The sight of a sleeping baby causes most people to think “ahh” they look so peaceful, until they wake and start yelling! The Christmas story can be like that - it seems so comfortable, so safe, so cute, after all who can resist a little baby. Well we know some people could – Herod for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Do The Math Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 6, 2006

Spiritual reproduction is the natural outcome of a people with right priorities.

YOU DO THE MATH Acts 2:42-47 S: Church C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: SPIRITUAL REPRODUCTION IS THE NATURAL OUTCOME OF A PEOPLE WITH RIGHT PRIORITIES. Type: Inductive The ____ priority… I. DEVOTION II. WORSHIP [AWE] III. UNITY IV. GRACE [GENEROSITY] V. JOY PA: How ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Ain't No Other Man Series

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Sep 17, 2006

This lesson is about our faith in the Christological nature of Jesus.

Mark 8:28 Sermon Series: The gospel according to Billboard #9: “Ain’t No other Man" This is the season of epiphany where we are concern with the revelation of God to the world in Jesus Christ. This is the season where we highlight Jesus teachings, miracles, and evangelism to the lost of his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-29

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Share Your Story (Acts - Part 4) Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005

learning how to naturally share what’s important...

How to share your story Acts Series: ¡§Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian¡¨ Part 4 Pastor Jeff Christopherson February 2, 2003 Acts 2:14-41 1. Be a part of a spiritual team. ¡§Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41

Denomination: Baptist

After Christmas Let Down

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Feb 16, 2005

The message is about the natural let down after Christmas.

After Christmas Let Down Matthew 2:13-19 Have you noticed how the day after Christmas is sort of let down? I wrote this little poem to express how I feel. Twas the day after Christmas and everything changed. The Christmas Tree is still in the corner, but seems somehow strange. Stripped of all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-19

Denomination: Methodist

Cut It Down

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Mar 1, 2004

God wants you to put off the Adamic nature.

Beloved, you are not in this world by accident as there is a divine purpose for your creation. Eventually, we all shall give an account of what we are doing with our lives. I want you to read our message of this week prayerfully and as you do so, the Lord will open your eyes to areas in your life ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal