Sermons on No Comparison:

Preparing Jesus, Preparing For Jesus Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 3, 2008

This chapter provides some real contrasts between real and trumped up worship, real belief and real betrayal. It is all a part of preparing Jesus for the cross and preparing us to receive him.

John places Jesus at Ephraim, a village north of Jerusalem. Between the end of chapter 11 and here, Jesus travels back to Galilee, heals the ten lepers (Luke 17), talks to Zacchaeus (Luke 19) in Jericho on his way back to Bethany. It’s only six days until the Passover, and Jesus’ crucifixion. John ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-50

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Greatness Of Christ Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 9, 2008

Do you long for Christ’s return? John was given a glimpse of the glorious Christ. Seeing Christ through Revelation helps us to appreciate Him more and see our lives in the light of the hope we have in Him.

[I’ve taken some of the thoughts in this sermon from Anne Graham Lotz’s The Vision of His Glory.] The second coming of Christ does not always conjure up the same emotions. • If you are to narrow down your emotions regarding the return of Christ to one word, what would that be? • Discomfort, Fear, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Our High Priest Series

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Apr 20, 2004

Exposition of Hebrews 3:1-6

January 26, 2003 First Church of the Brethren H. Kevin Derr Hebrews 3:1-6 “Jesus our High Priest” 1Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess. 2He was faithful to the one who appointed him, just as ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Brethren

The Greatest Giver Of All Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 1, 2003

You can’t outgive God. He’s way ahead of everyone but he’s wanting us to share in his likeness and experience the fullness of grace. Part of that comes through being a giver like him.

Chapters 8-9 center on the subject of the grace of giving. A story was circulated some time ago about Arnold Palmer’s visit with a certain king. This king was impressed with Arnold Palmers golf record and as they talked the king wanted to give Mr. Palmer a gift. He tried to refuse at first, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tithing And Giving

Contributed by Francisco De Jesus on Jun 15, 2005

A Biblical and historical look about Tithing and Christian Giving

Tithing and giving Intro: Reason why, we are “allergic to preach giving in the Church, in comparison to Prosperity preachers, Ex. El shadai, The church of Kiboloy, ect, El shadai sells, handkerchief, mineral water, candles, with blessings, to bless you, Kiboloy says it is the seed for your ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sometimes Our Obedience Hurts Others Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 4, 2005

5th in long series on Joshua. After doing a recap of the events so far, this shows the little-spoken truth: Sometimes, in order for us to obey God, we must hurt other people.

Joshua 3:1-17 – Sometimes Our Obedience Hurts Others It was testimony night in the church. A lady got up and said, "We are living in a wicked land where sin is on every hand. I have had a terrible fight with the old devil all week." Then, her husband, who was sitting glumly by her side ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

They Saw And Believed

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 28, 2006

This is the day in which we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord. Everyone is dressed for the occasion and look great, but there is One in Whom is adorned more so than anyone else. His name is Jesus Christ – the Risen King!

THEY SAW AND BELIEVED <Power Point available upon request> I am thankful this morning that it is Easter. This is the day in which we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord. Everyone is dressed for the occasion and look great, but there is One in Whom is adorned more so than anyone else. His ...read more

Scripture: John 20:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"As Ye Know That Ye Were Not Redeemed With Corruptible Things"

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 28, 2011

She had blood on her hands from murder, and that represented, in Shakespeare’s mind, the evidence, the consciousness of her sin.

…………….Dr Joseph Cook illustration……………………. In 1893 they had the first World’s Fair held in Chicago, there was an exhibit entitled "The Parliament of Religions." Dr. Joseph Cook represented the Christian religion. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection Part 2 - Are You Ready? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 4, 2011

Do you ever hear those commercials for beds where they are giving big discounts on last year's model when the only difference is the fabric? As we study the second half of 1st Corinthians 15, we will look at our new model of resurrected body. But it's far

My granddaughter got a cool 4 wheeled toy vehicle for her 1st birthday that she can ride and it’s battery powered. But what is that compared to a big 4 wheel Pickup truck? That’s sort of like comparing this body with the resurrection body. The body we have in this age is like one of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-58

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Consider The Omnipresence Of God

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jul 2, 2010

The giving of careful thought to the sublime, lofty,and grand subject of the omnipresence of our almighty God is a worthy undertaking.

CONSIDER THE OMNIPRESENCE OF GOD TEXT: Psa 139:3-16 INTRO: These verses are beautiful expressions of the omnipresence of God; conveying deep instruction. Needed is a plain discourse on the omnipresence of God. THEME: The giving of careful thought to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:3-16

Denomination: Church Of God

What Time Is It?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 14, 2014

How we understand God affects how we see time.

What Time is It? Ecclesiastes 3:1-15 Many of us “baby boomers” can still remember the song sung by the Byrd’s, “To Everything, Turn, Turn, Turn written in the 1960’s in which the poem the Preacher writes here is the prominent text. Pete Seeger, who adopted the words for the lyrics for the song was ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15, Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Times And Seasons 2 Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 20, 2014

Some seasons we hit the ball over the fence, some seasons we strike out horribly. This message is for those who feel like they have missed their season. David did twice, once led to adultery, and once almost led to his death. Don't miss your season.

Times and Seasons 2 Counsel for a season of striking out. PPT 1 Series Title Last week we began a new series on Times and Seasons and I gave 3 main points I will briefly recap them before we get into todays message. PPT 2 Summary points 1. In order to step into a new season of life we often ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Zacchaeus, Come Down!

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 25, 2014

This is more than a cute little Vacation Bible Schools story.

Zacchaeus, Come Down! Luke 19:1-10 Introduction Many of us can remember the Vacation Bible School song about Zacchaeus. “Zacchaeus was a wee little man, a wee little man was he.” We remember that the song tells us that he climbed up into a sycamore tree “for the Lord he wanted to see”. We also ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fruitfulness In The Midst Of Great Pressure Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 30, 2013

How do we have a fruitful life - one filled with joy amidst the pressures of this age? These five psalms of assent give us clues as to how God blesses in the midst of pressure.

Last time we talked about the first five of the Songs of Ascent. They mostly had to do with pilgrims journeying from far away lands, anxious to get away from people who put down the truth of who God is and come into God’s presence in Jerusalem. This time we will see the next five psalms, ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Doubting Thomas

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 18, 2015

Believing something opens to us the possibility of experiencing it, of seeing it come to pass, and of having that which we believe produce in us many kids of blessings. What will it take for us to believe? What proof are WE looking for?

One Easter Sunday morning, a minister looked out on his congregation and noticed many people who had not been there for a long time. Before he began his sermon he said, "Since this will probably be the last time I see many of you for awhile, let me be the first to wish you 'Merry Christmas' ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Anglican