Sermons on Newness Of Mind:

The Father Figure Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 21, 2009

Samuel was a "father figure" to Israel and many of the traits he exhibited here in chapter 12 give us examples of what good fathers do.

ILLUS: One father had a three-year-old daughter who was having trouble sleeping through the night. She’d often wake up several times in the night because she was afraid. Each time as he re-tucked her into bed, he would remind her that Jesus was with her and he would keep her safe. Several ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:16-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worthy Work Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 4, 2010

If we as believers want to make a real difference in our world, then we start at work where we honor our boss and help our brother (if he is a believing boss).

A photographer was snapping pictures of first graders at an elementary school, making small talk to put his subjects at ease. “What are you going to be when you grow up?” he asked one little girl. “Tired,” she said. (J. R. Love, Rushton, Louisiana; www.PreachingToday.com) Is that all our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Joy Of Right Relationships

Contributed by David Cook on Sep 6, 2010

5 ways to experience the joy of right relationships.

Intro: The purpose of my sermon this morning is to lay before you the joy of Christians being in right relationships with one another. One of my favorite Christian leaders is Dr. Frank Page, President elect of the SBC Executive Committee. He said this week, “even though "pessimism, fear, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now!

Contributed by John Butler on Jun 25, 2009

An Illustrative Sermon Using Peter’s Great Confession & A 70’s Disco Song To Drive Home One Of The Promises Of Jesus Concerning The Church!

*******SERMON OUTLINE********* Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now! I. Stopping Short... Praise the Lord!!! Turn with me in your Bibles this morning to Matthew 16:13-18. How many in here this morning has ever set a goal in your life, and you stopped short of completing your goal? You could have had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

A Psalm For Troubled Times Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 29, 2009

This is a Psalm for troubled times. Something has gone terribly wrong in David’s life, and he shows us how to make it through troubled times.

Summer Psalms #4 - A Psalm for Troubled Times Psalm 25:1-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 17, 2009 *This is a Psalm for troubled times. David is a mature man in these verses. And something has gone terribly wrong in his life. Charles Spurgeon and other Bible scholars ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Rev. # 12~4:1-4~rapture Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jul 1, 2009

Chapter 4, this is where the rapture takes place, the time that all believers have been longing for, even the whole creation its self is earnestly awaiting this glorious happening.

REV.4: 1-4 # 12 RAPTURE Today we’ll continue our study of the book of the Revelation of Jesus Christ. We’re here in chapter 4, this is where the rapture takes place, the time that all believers have been longing for, even the whole creation its self is earnestly awaiting ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Rescuing The Mission-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 9, 2010

Part 3 of a 3-part sermon. God rescued His mission from/out of Jonah’s obstinance. Thus a hampered mission of God must be rescued from our obstinance/indulgences. But how can it be done? 10 discoveries that can rescue God’s mission.

A Hampered Mission requires... RESCUING THE MISSION-III—Jonah 1:4-17 Rescue: B—One day a college professor of Psychology was greeting his new college class. He stood up in front of the class & said, "Would everyone who thinks he or she is stupid please stand up?" After a minute or so of silence, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:4-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Great Battle Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Feb 11, 2010

THE BATTLE OF ARMAGEDDON WILL BE THE LAST MAJOR BATTLE THIS WORLD WILL KNOW. IN THIS MESSAGE WE WILL EXAMINE WHAT THE SCRIPTURES SAY ABOUT IT

THE LAST GREAT BATTLE REVELATION 19:1-21 INTRODUCTION: WE ARE COMING TO THE CLOSE OF THIS SERIES OF MESSAGES ON THE LAST DAYS. I HOPE YOU SEE THE URGENCY, OF BEING READY SHOULD THE LORD COME TODAY. A GREAT FEAR OF MINE IS THAT THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE WHO ARE CONFIDENT THAT IF THE RAPTURE WERE TO ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Stand In The Gap

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Nov 6, 2008

This sermon challeges those of us who are Christians to stand in the Gap and intervene with God for the United States of America.

Title: Stand in the Gap Text: Ezekiel 22:23-31 Date: 11/2/08 Location: Sulphur Spring Baptist Church Introduction: In October of 1997 I had the opportunity to be a part of something that I will never forget. Bill McCartney, the founder of Promise Keepers had a vision to bring men from all ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

John 3:16 What Does It Say?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Nov 8, 2008

If this was the only verse the world ever heard it would be enough to save the entire world if people only believed it. The depths of this verse are inexhaustible.

JOHN 3:16 WHAT DOES IT SAY? 5-3-08 Today I want to bring a few thoughts from this most informative verse, John 3:16, it has been called the gospel in a nutshell so I want you to pay close attention. If this was the only verse the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

When We Are Out Of Here!

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 8, 2008

Christians are people whose hope is rooted in the bedrock truth of the resurrection.

Title: When We Are Out of Here Text: I Thessalonians 4:13-18 The Big Idea: Christians are people of hope. Introduction What happens when we die? In most cultures it is customary to have a memorial service of some sort… over the years I have planned a few such services. When planning a service ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Suicide Eulogy

Contributed by Tim Smith on Nov 3, 2008

This is a eulogy of a high school principal who committed suicide

Today we are faced with a painful and perplexing situation we could never have imagined. A mother, grandmother, co-worker, mentor, teacher, daughter and friend has been inexplicably and unexpectedly taken from us. We cannot pretend that we are not shocked and grieved by the death of Earline. The ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-27

Denomination: Methodist

What Is In Your Hand? (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 21, 2015

What will it really take for God to use what is in our hands? The Spirit of God wants be break all bondages in our life, empower us to use the unconventional, discarded and stuff that is given up for being useless. Finally our genuine thirst for God ...

Opening illustration: In 1996, a young marine corporal named Joey Mora was standing on a platform of an aircraft carrier patrolling the Iranian Sea. Incredibly, he fell overboard. His absence was not known for 36 hours. A search and rescue mission began, but was given up after another 24 hours. No ...read more

Scripture: Judges 15:14-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter - At The Tomb

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 6, 2015

I want us to put ourselves in the sandals of the disciples. For some that will be easy because despair is not foreign to you. Bur for others, that may be more difficult because . . .

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2017) TEXT: Matthew 27:57-66 The disciples must have been devastated. They had been inspired by His teachings. And they had decided to follow Him. It had not been an easy road, but they had willingly left families, homes, & ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-66

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Memorial Day

Contributed by Chris Beam on May 21, 2015

The biggest battle we, as Americans, are facing today is the battle for the very soul of our nation.

Memorial Day Daniel 5:1-31 Memorial Day is a time each year when we pause to remember those who laid down their lives for family, friends and freedom. One week after the Pearl Harbor attack President Franklin D. Roosevelt said, “Those who long enjoy such privileges that we enjoy forget in ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist