Sermons on Old Self:

Too Old To Serve ?

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 25, 2004

At what age do we stop serving the Lord ?

Too Old To Serve ? How many in here today ,believe that they are too old to serve God ? At what age is too old ? My dad once told me, “Son, just because there’s snow on the roof doesn’t mean that there’s no fire in the stove.” Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Same Old Story

Contributed by Tom Balog on Dec 5, 2002

Scriptures should always be looked at with a fresh set of eyes so that new insights can be seen.

I’ve heard the story before. I mean I know it backwards and forwards, I can probably tell it in my sleep. Do I have really have to hear it again, let alone preach on it? Heck, there is even a song about it, “We three kings of orient are; bearing gifts we traverse afar, la la la la la la lalala ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Grumpy Old Christians

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 31, 2001

There are too many grumpy old Christians in this world that are hurting the spread of the Gospel and not helping the spread of the Gospel. Remember Gospel means Good News- not Bad Critical News!

Grumpy Old Christians Thesis: There are too many grumpy old Christians in this world that are hurting the spread of the Gospel and not helping the spread of the Gospel. Remember Gospel means Good News- not Bad Critical News! Texts: Phil. 4:8 8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, 1 John 4:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Old Rugged Cross

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Dec 10, 2001

Learn about the Origin, the Operation, the Outreach and the Outcome of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: THE OLD RUGGED CROSS “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world: but that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16, Acts 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist

Old Time Evangelism

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Mar 30, 2006

To show that if we incorporate the methods of evangelism used in the Old Testament, many will come to see how truly great God is.

-Tonight, the Lord is directing us to look at some methods to use in being evangelists -We’re going to take a look at old time evangelism -Evangelism 20 Years Ago -Door to door / cold turkey -Crusades -Early American Evangelism -Circuit riding preachers -Street corner preaching -Renaissance ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

That Age Old Question . . . .

Contributed by A.c. Morgan on Nov 22, 2004

This message will give you insight on what Satan’s motive is for attacking you.

That age old question. . . . For centuries many of God’s children have questioned the benefit of serving or following God. To some of you that statement may sound ludicrous; but we can go back as far as the mass departure of the Children of Israel from Egypt to their journey in the wilderness and ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

Denomination: Apostolic

Joseph And The Old Man

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 20, 2004

Parable for Christmas Eve service.

Until the 1960’s it was not customary for fathers to be physically present in the room while their children were being born. Birthing was the realm of women, and men were not Lamaze coaches. They were not hand holders or breathing assistants. They were outside – where men belonged. So when Mary ...read more

Denomination: *other

Growing Old Gracefully

Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Jul 15, 2004

Like it or not, all of us grow older...all of us age. Some enjoy joking about aging....but deep down inside growing old is something many dread....and fear.....and are willing to do anything to avoid.

Growing Older Gracefully Ecclesiastics 12:1-7 It seems to me that one of the things that some people joke about most in life is aging...One way we do this is by comparing our lives to our children’s lives. All of us have had our parents say things like: • In my day I walked to school up ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Song Of An Old Man Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Jan 2, 2006

Lessons learned from the Hope, the Faith, and the Love expressed in Simeon’s Song

THE SONGS OF CHRISTMAS: The Song of an Old Man Luke 2: 25-35 1. My little 20 month old grandson Kyle certainly loves to sing. He sings in the bathtub. He sings while playing with his toys. And he sings at the top of his voice from his car seat while his mom is trying to talk to me on her cell ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: United Methodist

The Old Testament Trinity

Contributed by William Mouser on Aug 2, 2006

Though the OT alone might not generate the doctrine of the Trinity, in the light of the NT, the Trinity is easy to see in various OT passages.

Homily for Trinity Sunday Psalm 93, Exodus 3:1-6, Romans 8:12-17, John 3:1-16 The Old Testament Trinity Several years ago, my wife and I were in a liberal Lutheran church on Trinity Sunday. We arrived at the end of what they billed as their traditional service, which appeared to us to be a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The New Old Commandment Series

Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Nov 14, 2006

Being a real deal Christian means loving others.

The New Old Commandment 1 John 2:7-11 http://www.unionchurch.com Copyright November 12, 2006 Rev. Bruce Goettsche THE REAL DEAL: A Study in 1 John Perhaps you have heard the saying, “love makes the world go around.” It’s a nice thought but you have to admit we have reason to question whether it ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Consider The Days Of Old

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 20, 2005

A call to return to the old time way.

Consider the Days of Old Psalms 77 (note verse 5) Intro: This is a Psalm of Asaph. Whether it is the Asaph of David’s day who was the chief singer and musician in the tabernacle or if it was one of his descendants who bore both his name and office amongst God’s people during the days of Israelite ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Old Gracefully

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

A lesson honoring the aged.

Title: Growing Old Gracefully Text: (Leviticus 19:32) "Rise in the presence of the aged, show respect for the elderly and revere your God. I am the LORD." Introduction: Honor is a precious thing. It is something that, in our deepest thoughts, we all desire and would like to have. --(1 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Healing An Old Wound

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Mar 23, 2007

Doing this is not only good theology but also good medicine. Latest medical and psychological research says doing this is good for our souls and good for our bodies. People who do this benefit from . . .

Healing an Old Wound Ephesians 4:30-32 Studies show that doing this is not only good theology but also good medicine. Latest medical and psychological research says doing this is good for our souls and good for our bodies. People who do this benefit from . . . • better immune system ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:30-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Giving In The Old Testament Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 16, 2008

This sermon examines giving in the Old Testament.

Introduction I would like to spend the next two Sundays looking at “God’s Guide for Giving.” Today I would like to examine “Giving in the Old Testament.” Next Sunday I would like to examine “Giving in the New Testament.” There are two reasons why I want to spend the next two Sundays preaching ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:17-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed