Sermons on Ocular Surgeon:

Such A Fuss

Contributed by Paul Decker on Aug 28, 2002

We are either for or against Jesus.

SUCH A FUSS John 7:40-52 S: Jesus Th: Jesus as a cause of division Pr: WE ARE EITHER FOR OR AGAINST JESUS. ?: How? How is it observed? KW: Stages TS: We will find in our study of John 7:40-52 three stages that demonstrate how we can either be for or against Jesus. The ____ stage ...read more

Scripture: John 7:40-52

Denomination: Baptist

Two Types Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 22, 2002

James speaks of two sets of attitudes. One focuses on negative attitudes and the other positive attitudes.

Two Types of Wisdom Introduction: Conflict in relationships is more likely to occur as a result of values more than beliefs. The question then that we need to address in marriage is what are the values we need to portray in our Christian relationships. James 3 has some resounding truths that ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Striving For Church Health - Healthy Senior Men Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jun 24, 2002

A healthy church is one that grows warmer in fellowship, deeper through discipleship, broader through ministry, and larger through evangelism.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: I made a decision several years ago about the kind of church that I wanted to pastor. I did not ask for a small church. I did not ask for a large church. I asked God for a healthy church. A healthy church is one that grows warmer in fellowship, deeper through ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-2

Getting Plugged In Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Oct 10, 2002

Part 3 of this series showing us how to have a "Super Sized Life." This message deals with the last key, getting plugged into a church family.

“Super Sized Life” part 3 (Getting Plugged In) Brian A. Moon A young woman called Nancy had a disability and was confined to a wheelchair, yet she developed a unique ministry to hurting and lonely people. She placed an ad in the local newspaper that read: "If you are lonely or have a problem, call ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Acts 17:24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Good Thing

Contributed by Dr.johnny Ray Noble on Aug 5, 2005

Sermon written for a choir annual day.

“A Good Thing” Psalms 92:1 In this 19th book of the Bible, admits its 150 chapters, 2,461 verses, 43,743 words, we find the three words that formulate the subject of this message, “A good thing.” Now the book of Psalms is broken up into divisions or subcategories, and book four where Psalms 92 is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Meek Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Aug 24, 2005

Grimaced faces. Hurried living. Curt answers. These are all indicators that someone needs a revival of meekness (gentleness).

“Blessed are the meek [in spirit], for they will inherit the earth.” (Matthew 5:5) “28Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mother Hunger

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on May 21, 2005

When we study the mothering side of God, we discover a God who yearns for intimacy with us. This Holy One longs to be close to his people as a mother longs to be with her child.

Mother Hunger Isaiah 66:7-13 Last week we looked at God as our Father, and for everyone here that’s not a very hard concept to get your head around. We have heard it, read it, and even sung it. While we are comfortable with talking about God as a father, many of us may break out in a sweat at the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:7-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Forgiveness And Unforgiveness

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Nov 26, 2004

What happens when we forgive or don’t forgive? What spiritual principles are called into play? HOW do we actually forgive in practice?

The Power of Forgiveness and Unforgiveness Matthew 18:21-35. WBC 28.11.04pm How Arguments Should End212.mpg (a video clip with the bloke ’making up’ after an argument by slamming his lady with a log!) in Ills to keep folder THE REALITY OF FORGIVENESS We jest- and I love the video clip… - but this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Sanctity Of Human Life Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Jul 18, 2005

The commandment against murder is a statute of liberty, especially in light of Jesus’ interpretation in the Sermon on the Mount.

“THE SANCTITY OF HUMAN LIFE” (Exodus 20:13) The commandment against murder is a statute of liberty, especially in light of Jesus’ interpretation. In the Sermon on the Mount He said, “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘Do not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

The Great Commandment Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Jul 28, 2005

This final message in the Ten Commandment series looks at Jesus’ response to a question about the greatest commandment. He concludes with one word: love.

THE GREAT COMMANDMENT Matthew 22:35-40 We have explored the liberating limits of the Ten Commandments through several chapters. Now we must conclude by looking at the New Testament passage where Jesus responds to a scholar’s question, “Which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” He sums up the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:35-40, Matthew 22:34-40

Father's Day: Raising Children Of Faith

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jun 28, 2005

OUR FATHER CALLS ALL MEN TO RAISE UP CHILDREN OF FAITH REGARDLESS OF THE DNA!

FATHER’S DAY: RAISING CHILDREN OF FAITH 2 TIMOTHY 1: 1-14 JUNE 19, 2005 INTRODUCTION: THE WRITING OF A VERY SMART 6 YEAR OLD: ON VALENTINES DAY MY DADDY WILL TURN 45. LAST VALENTINES DAY, WHEN I WAS IN THE 1ST GRADE MY DADDY WWAS 44. WHEN I AM IN 2ND GRADE HE WILL BE 45 THEN 46 THEN 47! HE WILL ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Confession Is Good For The Soul Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 13, 2004

David, Pt. 15 of 15

CONFESSION IS GOOD FOR THE SOUL (PSALMS 51) The young preacher thrilled his congregation with his first sermon - a challenge to “gird their loins” for Christian service and living. Then, to their surprise, the preacher preached the same sermon the following Sunday, and to their dismay, for a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Missed It By That Much Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 20, 2008

One of Maxwell Smart’s common phrases was "I missed it by that much." That was funny on a sitcom, but in the real world - and in the spiritual world - that can be deadly.

OPEN: Video of Maxwell Smart ending in “missed it by that much” Back in the 60’s the spies on TV and in the movies were heroes. Whether it was James Bond, Matt Helm, Napoleon Solo, or the cast from Mission Impossible - they were suave and resourceful, capable of escaping danger and death with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Middle Moments Of Life

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 1, 2008

Mid-life can be a time of great blessing or great peril.

l. INTRODUCTION -I believe that the Book has the ability to touch every part of our lives. I also believe that the Book has the ability to reach us at certain time frames of our lives. -It has the ability to reach us when we are children. It has the ability to direct us in our youth. It has ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Purpose In Life

Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 13, 2008

Purpose seen in Ecclesiastes

Ecclesiastes: Purpose in Life 7/10/2005 “I will worship you until the very end” - we sing those words, but sometimes we forget why we sing them. We have been reminded today of what Jesus did for us on the cross, taking our very sin upon himself, and it causes us to be grateful. But even when we ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational