Sermons on New Year Promise:

The Winning Formula !!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Sep 17, 2012

To toe the Jesus’ style of ministry which was all about PRACTICING FIRST BEFORE PREACHING.

THE WINNING FORMULA ACTION: Display of picture of the Enthroned Jesus ’Jesus is the winner man, the winner man, the winner man…I am on the winning side, on the winning side, on the winning side’… so resonates a melodious praise number (usually sung ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1

Denomination: *other

He-Man With She-Problems (Samson’s Fatal Attractions) Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 23, 2012

Samson's realy weakness was that he was a he-man with me-problems. Contrast his attitude with Jesus'...

Every superhero has a weakness. For Superman it was a make-believe mineral called kryptonite. In the presence of this radioactive rock, Superman lost his powers and became like any other man. But we’re not interested in comic book characters; we’re following the exploits of someone ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

God Is In Control

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Sep 30, 2012

A message from Daniel in the lions den about what happens when things seem to get out of control in our lives.

Title: God is in Control Theme: To show that God has a plan even in our persecution. Text: Daniel 6:1 - 28 Introduction For some reason or another over the years I have never preached from this passage. I have used it in some way as an illustration but not directly from these scriptures. It ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Meat And Potato Christians

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Oct 27, 2012

The writer of Hebrews tells us that we must move beyond the basics of salvation in order to become mature Christians.

Intro: On his sixteenth birthday a son approached his father and said, "Dad, I’m sixteen now. When I get my license, can I drive the family car?" His dad looked at him and said, "Son, driving the car takes maturity, and first, you must prove that you are responsible enough. And one way you ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Supremely Wrong

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 9, 2011

Christian thought and biblical morality have an important historical and practical place in American society. This sermon examines the historical evicence that demonstrates America's strong religious foundation and calls Christians today to reclaim oru s

Religious intolerance is growing in our country. Organizations such as the American Civil Liberties Union, an Americans for Separation of Church and State have brought lawsuit upon lawsuit against the placing of religious symbols on public property, against churches and clergy who speak out ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus What A Friend For Sinners

Contributed by Jay Mccluskey on Dec 31, 2011

A narrative about the calling of Matthew. At the end of the narrative several observations are made about Jesus' calling to our lives

JESUS WHAT A FRIEND FOR SINNERS Matthew 9:9-13 Who would have thought it? Anybody but him. He's the last to come to mind.3 Who is the least likely person you can imagine who would become a Christian? Or who would be one among the least likely to follow Jesus. Can you see him? There he sits ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Grace And Mercy

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 12, 2012

Jesus offers us Grace and Mercy! Will we accept these gifts?

Ephesians 2:1-9 February 12, 2012 VIDEO - HOMECOMING from Youtube How Do You Respond? When I first saw this, it put a lump in my throat. How about you? We think "sweet forgiveness, bring it on!" But, maybe for others it puts a different lump in your throat, and you question, "Where's the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Facts About Fellowship

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 19, 2012

The foundation, function and fruit of Biblical fellowship.

“Facts about Fellowship” 1 John 1:5-10 1 John 1:1 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life; 2 (For the life was manifested, and we have seen it, and bear ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

O Lord It's Hard To Be Humble

Contributed by David N. Clay on Feb 21, 2012

Philippians 2:5-11 tells us how to be humble. How to have a selfless mind, a sacrificial mind, and a serving mind.

Humility Years ago there was this funny song about humility. The chorus went something like this… Oh Lord it's hard to be humble when you're perfect in every way. I can't wait to look in the mirror cause I get better looking each day. To know me is to love me I must be a heck of a man. Oh ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Proverbs 13 - Contrast The Upright And The Wicked Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 29, 2012

A look at Proverbs chapter 13.

Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Thirteen We will now look at Proverbs chapter thirteen: Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 A wise son accepts his father’s discipline, But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. Proverbs 13:1 (NASB) Children of the same parents can have different temperaments. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Introduction To Wisdom. Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 5, 2012

The book of Proverbs begins with the purpose of a Proverbs and the definition of true wisdom.

An Introduction to Wisdom Proverbs 1:1-7 Illus. A Baptist pastor was praying with his staff and deacons one Sunday morning before services when a cloud filled the room. A deep voice spoke out to the pastor. "Which every you wish, it will be given to you: wisdom, wealth or great looks." The ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Through The Eyes Of Mary & Joseph Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012

This topical sermon invites listeners to journey back to Bethlehem and explore what that first Christmas must have been like for Mary and Joseph. For added impact, I recommend beginning with the video: A Social Network Christmas.

Christmas through the Eyes of Mary & Joseph Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/18/2011 VIDEO: A Social Network Christmas (Joseph & Mary on Facebook) Last week Ashley, the kids and I went with Dusty, Kara, and Mylee Ribble on a journey to Bethlehem. Of course, we didn’t ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

“love Gains The Upper Hand” Series

Contributed by George Yates on Apr 10, 2012

The real Christmas Story is a love Story. This final sermon focuses on how God's love won out.

I. I saw a Christmas cartoon this week which places one the wise men on his camel heading to Bethlehem and the caption depicts some of our concerns in this season."I hope I took the price tag off the frankincense before I wrapped it.” A. The real Christmas story is a love story. 1. It is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Unleashing The People Of God Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 11, 2012

The Kingdom of god, radically living out our faith

Unleashing the People of God Matthew 6:33 Introduction: What do you think about more than anything else? What occupies more of your time, energy and emotions more than any other item? I’m serious! What do you daydream about? When you’re by yourself in the car and your mind drifts away ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joseph's Crazy Dream

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 19, 2010

Story format sermon in special Christmas service with three parts interspersed with scripture reading and carols.

READ -- Matthew 1:18-19 “This is how Jesus the Messiah was born. His mother, Mary, was engaged to be married to Joseph. But before the marriage took place, while she was still a virgin, she became pregnant through the power of the Holy Spirit. Joseph, her fiancé, was a good man and did not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: *other