Sermons on Nice Guys:

Shine In Such A Way

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 27, 2022

The title ‘YOU ARE THE LIGHT’ sounds good, nice and exciting; however, please make a note, along with that title comes the ‘responsibility’ to ‘shine in such a way’ .....

RESPONSIBILITY! / SHINE IN SUCH A WAY...... Matthew 5:16 "Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven. The title ‘YOU ARE THE LIGHT’ sounds good, nice and exciting; however, please make a note, along with that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Simon's Fabulous Fishing Trip Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jun 13, 2005

2nd in series of 7 on the transformation Simon went through under the guidance of Jesus. This message is on the second critical step of surrendering of his heart to Jesus.

Last week we began to look at and understand the process of transformation that Jesus cultivated in a strong healthy fisherman named Simon. Simon was a business owner. He ran a fishing enterprise on the Lake called Gennesaret, the Sea of Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee are three names used for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keeping An Open Heart Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 6, 2004

Continue hearing what the Lord has to teach us about HOPE.

Introduction: Continue in hearing what the Lord has to teach us about hope. As a means of review and introduction…I want to begin by distinguishing three types of hope. Those based on… · Promises (of God) – “He will…” (Anchor) Began on Easter Sunday… the resurrection of Jesus Christ is our ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Your Landlord Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Mar 29, 2004

Jesus compares his Father to a Landlord in Luke 20, and in this study we learn that the Lord is a perfectly patient Landlord, as well as a thoroughly just Landlord.

Lent 5 Luke 20:9-19 His name was Gerry Niebler. I got to know his name very well because I sent him a bunch of checks in the amount of $550. Gerry was a nice guy, I met him a few times, but I didn’t send him money just because he was pleasant and friendly person. And I didn’t give Gerry money ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:9-19

Denomination: Lutheran

The Most Important Concept In The Bible - Understanding The Blood Coveanant

Contributed by Dale Rebarchik on May 26, 2014

Without the shedding of blood there can be no remission of sins. Understanding the Blood Covenant. Why Jesus had to die for our sins.

Answers 2 Big Questions The Most Important Concept in the Bible Understanding the Blood Covenant Scripture: Matthew 26:28 Introduction:  We sing about the blood.  We talk about the blood.  What was the uniqueness about Jesus’ blood that He could boldly stand up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:28

Denomination: Baptist

There's No "I" In Team Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Oct 1, 2002

The Cointhians were selfishly focusing on their own expressions of certain gifts for their own benefit and ignoring God’s call to edify the "other guy"

‘BE092902 PLAYING ON GOD’S TEAM 4 There’s No “I” In Team. (Opening SLIDE) When was the first time you saw the gift of tongues or prophecy in operation? Some of you without much church background don’t have a clue what I’m talking about! You’ll know more in 30 minutes. - Others of you have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mystery Of God's Mercy Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 27, 2020

Have you ever watched a movie that had an unexpected ending? The bad guy got away it. The villain was not punished. The hero dies.

Jonah – Chapter 4 The Mystery of God’s Mercy March 1, 2020 Have you ever watched a movie that had an unexpected ending? The bad guy got away it. The villain was not punished. The hero dies. Jonah 4:1-4 NIV But to Jonah this seemed very wrong, and he became angry. 2 He prayed to the LORD, “Isn’t ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-4, Proverbs 10:12, Jonah 4:11, Luke 19:41-42, Exodus 34:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Clothes That Make The Man

Contributed by Brad Lewis on Feb 13, 2006

Considers why God wanted Aaron and his sons to wear the priestly garments.

Exodus 28:1-6 1“Have Aaron your brother brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar, so they may serve me as priests. 2Make sacred garments for your brother Aaron, to give him dignity and honor. 3Tell all the skilled men to whom I have given ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:1-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Steps To Victory

Contributed by Leon Lutje on Mar 7, 2003

In all things there are proper ways of doing it and improper ways of doing it. How do we come to Jesus? What steps are taken?

Steps to Victory Mark 1:40 1. REACH out to Him 2. REQUEST of Him 3. RECOGNIZE Him 4. REGARD it as done. To believe is to be strong. Doubt cramps energy. Belief is power. Frederick William Robertson A few months ago I realized that my computer was getting old and did not have all of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Concerns Of God

Contributed by Greg Bryan on Nov 16, 2004

History records that perhaps God was working long before Jonah went to Nineveh. Nineveh was located about 550 miles from Samaria. It was the second largest city in the Assyrian Empire. It was protected by an outer and an inner wall. The inner was was

Concerns of God “Should I not be concerned about that great city?” 4:11 About The Prophet He is one of the four Prophets whose ministries Christ referred to. The only Prophet whose writing was mostly a story not a message. He’s the only OT Prophet to attempt to _RUN_ away from God. Simple ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The All Sufficient Grace Of God

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 29, 2009

Grace is the theme for this Reformation Sermon. Illustrations are from recent "cultural" views or comments like "who is that guy hanging on the cross" "good people go to heaven when they die."

In Jesus Holy Name November 1, 2009 Text: Romans 3:21-24 Reformation “The All Sufficient Grace of God” Twenty years after the demonstrations that brought down the Berlin Wall many say that East Germany is spiritually near death. The Nazi and Soviet regimes that ruled East Germany tried ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-25

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of Woo

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 27, 2008

God prefers that we woo people rather than whop them.

Title: The Power of Woo Text: Colossians 4:5-6 The Big Idea: God prefers we woo people rather than whop them. Introduction: I’m reading a new book titled, unChristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks About Christianity by David Kinnaman and Gabe Lyons based on research from the Barna ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word Was God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 22, 2019

Why was it important for God to become human? And why become a human baby?

WE OPENED WITH VIDEO “O, What A Gift” (https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=562729207881472) “I read the story of a woman who saw her friend at church and then, without thinking, said: “Happy Christmas!” The problem was… it was Easter. So, she quickly corrected herself and said, “I’m sorry. I meant ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Will The Real Jesus Please Stand Up. Series

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Jan 22, 2004

The first in a series on the life of Jesus through the book of John. Many things influence our perception of Jesus. This sermon attempts to open our eyes to the real Jesus vs. the Jesus we may have perceived him to be.

Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up John 1:1-18 The other day as I sat at my desk I was talking on the phone, communicating by Instant Messenger and answering email all at the same time. I also had the radio playing in the background. It was during this time that I glanced down at my Bible ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Roman Centurion

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010

Jesus cares for all without exception! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 8 verses 5 to 13: Ill: The Canadians tell this story about their American neighbours. • When NASA first started sending up astronauts, • They quickly discovered that ballpoint pens would not work in zero gravity. • To combat the problem, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-14

Denomination: Brethren