Sermons on Nest Of A Rat:

The Church As A Devoted Community Series

Contributed by Galen Hackman on Mar 1, 2003

First in a series of 5 sermons on the Core Characteristics of the Church basoed on Acts 2:42-47. In this sermon we explore what it means to be a devoted community.

The Church as a Devoted Community (Second in the series: The Core Characteristics of the Church) Acts 2:36-47 In Matthew 13 Jesus tells a series of stories (actually, parables) about the nature of the kingdom of heaven. One of them is called the Parable of the Mustard Seed and it goes like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-32, Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Brethren

"Has Anybody Seen My Milk Cows?”

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Dec 11, 2003

This morning I would like to direct you to an unusual passage of Scripture as I see it. This to me is a strange passage but I believe has great application for each of us.

“Has Anybody Seen My Milk Cows?” Date: November 16, 2003 A.M Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: 1 Samuel 6:1-14 Background chapter 4 Introduction This morning I would like to direct you to an unusual passage of Scripture as I see it. This to me is a strange passage but I believe has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 6:1-14, 1 Samuel 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

God And The Tsunami

Contributed by William Yates on Jan 8, 2005

God will allow disasters in this world in order to demonstrate His love to those in the aftermath and to draw others to a saving knowledge of Himself.

This past week I was watching MSNBC and every night on this news program people were discussing why God would allow the tsunami. There were Christians discussing this and atheists. One Christian lady on the program felt that it was God’s wrath being poured out upon the victims of the tsunami. ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-3

Connections And Joy Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 22, 2004

Part two of study through Philippians

THE PASTOR’S POINTS Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC Dr. Russell Brownworth, Pastor God can testify how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus. And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:8-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Breaking Down Barriers & Building Up The Wall (Pt. 3) Series

Contributed by Eric Peloquin on Jun 23, 2005

This is part three in a series dealing with the need for God’s people to break down the barriers that keep us from effectively building up the wall (God’s Kingdom)

Breaking Down Barriers & Building Up The Wall (Pt. 3) Sermon – 4 July 2004 Over the last several weeks the Lord has been truly speaking to us in a very special way as it relates to what His Word says about the barriers that exist between His children. It has been exciting to me to see how God ...read more

Scripture: John 4:16-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Unstoppable Force Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 8, 2007

God heals, puts us in conflict situations, and invites us to NOT fight against Him but rather join His unstoppable force.

An Unstoppable Force: Experiencing Biblical Community Acts 5:12-42 Intro: Have you ever been in a situation where doing the right thing was going to get you in trouble? Where you had a choice, and it was clear which option was right, and it was also clear that if you did that thing, there was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Baptist

Stewardship: Show Me The Money!

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2006

Stewardship - be creative in investing in the kingdom of God

The Farmer Farmer’s cow gave birth to twins. “Martha, we should give one of these calves to the Lord” “We’ll raise one for ourselves and raise one for the Lord. We’ll feed them the same and treat them the same…and when the time comes to bring them to market we’ll decide which one is the Lord’s." ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Look And Live!” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Oct 30, 2006

# 9 in series. Jesus ends his conversation with Nicodemus by telling him three things about salvation.

“Look And Live!” John 3:14-21 Earlier in John chapter three Jesus has confronted Nicodemus with the momentous announcement that even he must be born again. Although he is a respected leader, a moral man, even a religious man he is still lost. Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Hard Hearts And Dog Tired

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 16, 2006

The day of salvation has come. We must not hardened our hearts to the gospel.

Hard Hearts and Dog Tired Hebrews 3:7-19 Several years ago local radio stations throughout California ran a request for a thief who had earlier that morning stolen a VW Bug to immediately contact the local police authorities. What the thief did not know was that the owner of the VW Bug had ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:7-19

Denomination: Holiness

The Call Of Foreign Missions Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 20, 2006

This sermon explains the motivation behind a call to foreign missions.

This year, I have been using a devotional book compiled by Beth Moore entitled, “Voices of the Faithful.” The book is a compilation of devotional testimonies written by foreign missionaries. This book sheds light on some of the trials, blessings and inspiration that goes into the life of a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Eternally Cool Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 21, 2006

Who you know, who you are, and who you serve are vital for life and eternity. Each day we have a choice. What will yours be?

We humans have a lot in common with lemmings. Lemmings - you know, those little furry creatures that are so herd-centric that if one of them runs off a cliff the rest will simply follow until they are all dead. One wonders if they are too stupid to know they are about to fall to their death or so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Lead Us? Not!

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Dec 26, 2005

Before we can even think about resisting temptation,we have to first choose if will we follow Christ.

Title: Lead Us? Not! Text: Matthew 6:13a (Lead us not into temptation) FCF: Being led is contrary to our natural desires, but when we choose to follow a good leader such as Christ, we end up in a place that is better than we would be naturally. SO: Intro: Winston Churchill is famous for two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Loves Me Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Aug 21, 2008

Sermon #5 in the Hymn-writers series is about William Bradbury who wrote the music and chorus for "Jesus Loves Me"

Jesus Loves Me CHCC: August 10, 2008 INTRODUCTION: What would you guess is the best-known Christian Song all over the world? I bet it’s a toss-up between Silent Night, Amazing Grace … the song we’re going to talk about today. For over a hundred years this has been the first song many ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

State Of Control Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 10, 2007

Part 4 - When God is in control, I don’t have to be.

Who likes to be in charge? Be honest, how many of you like to be in charge, you like to be in control? Most of us, even if we don’t like the responsibility, do like to be in control. It’s a natural thing. That doesn’t mean it’s right, but it is natural. WE We like to have our way. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Totally Clean Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 14, 2008

How a Leper’s life was changed by meeting Jesus’ face to face.

Totally Clean “face to Face” Sermon series Sunday June 24th 2007 Intro: We have a play set in our back yard, and under it the kids have seen it as great fun to dig up the dirt. They love to sit out there and play in the dirt. And the only thing greater than playing in dirt is playing in mud. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal