Sermons on Oliver 2:

Lesson 2: The Rapture

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 17, 2008

What are the signs of the Lord’s return?

A. WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF THE LORD’S RETURN? What will happen immediately after the rapture begins to take place before it happens. 1. Signs in nature, i.e., famine, earthquakes, plague (Matt. 24:7). 2. Signs in society. a. Lawlessness (II Tim. 4:1-3ff). b. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2: Worship

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 3, 2008

The Father Seeketh- Priority in worship.

A. WORSHIP BEGINS WITH GOD – PSALM 103 AMPLIFIED Lord, I bless You from the bottom of my soul, Lord I bless Your Holy name. Lord, I bless You from the top of my mind, I will not forget all Your benefits to me. Lord, You forgave my iniquities, You healed all my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Ready - Or Not? #2 Series

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Dec 3, 2008

A SERMON FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY IN ADVENT: John the Baptist’s call to prepare the way, that we may receive and welcome Jesus the Christ

Mark 1:1-8 ‘Ready – or Not? #2’ In different ways, we all know the importance of signs and symbols. They point us in the right direction, give us instruction, and help us avoid making mistakes. We might be washing our clothes, and looking at the label inside to tell us what temperature to wash ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Change U - 2 Series

Contributed by Dave Browning on Dec 22, 2008

The second of two sermons on change in the circumstances, but not the vision or goals, of a church body. This sermon was prompted by a pastor transitioning out of the church.

He hasn’t been gone very long -- just a week, but if you’re not missing Rick, I can tell you that he is missing you. Continue to pray for him. And for us.... To tell you where we’re at in the process... - informal conversations - collecting information (survey) - we’ll expand the rings with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stage 2: Engage Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 18, 2009

The third in the GPS (God’s Plan for Sharing)series and calls us to engage the culture.

GPS – Stage 2 ENGAGE John 6:4-14 * For much of my life I have been a trekkie! (That is, someone who follows the “Star Trek” saga). I was truly upset in 1969 when the original series was canceled and was excited when Deb & I went to see the First Movie in 1979. However, In 1987 I was a huge fan of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

Armor Of God #2 Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 26, 2009

A sermon on the shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit (Illustrations from Betty Lukens, opening illustration from John Gillmartin)

Sermon for 10/25/2009 The Armor of God #2 Introduction: Go over pieces of football protection- just mention a few WBTU: A. From John Gillmartin- Somehow, the young man found himself standing directly in the path of an oncoming car. The driver hit her brakes. Before either of them could do ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Exodus 2-19

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 13, 2009

God’s activities in EXODUS 2-19, as they pertained to the freeing of the Israelites from captivity in Egypt. These studies are best received when given to those who have never studied the bible to any depth, but are interested in finding out

We ended our overview of EXODUS 1 with the Israelite still being held captive in Egypt, but the time was quickly approaching when God was going to deliver them out of slavery, and He was going to use a man by the name of Moses to lead them out of Egypt. The first part of EXODUS is almost as much ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Dream Giver 2 Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 19, 2009

Exposition of Daniel 2:24-49 about the resolution to the demand of the king, and God’s deliverance and showing Himself mighty on the Jews behalf

Text: Daniel 2:24-49, Title: The Dream Giver 2, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/19/09, PM A. Opening illustration: He’s the Ruler of Righteousness! Ill file, B. Background to passage: we are picking up in the middle of a story here. God has orchestrated events that made the king dream a dream, be disturbed ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:24-49

Denomination: Baptist

Faith 2 Win

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Dec 27, 2006

Do you have the faith to live as a winner? God has called each of us to excellence - but can you live up to that standard?

Do you have the faith to live as a winner? God has called each of us to excellence. He desires that we are winners and champions in this life. King David was a winner. He had the faith to win. Does this mean he won every battle? Of course not. But he was still a champion at heart. David knew what ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-6

Revelation, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 13, 2007

Study of the Book of Revelation

Revelation, Part 2 Revelation 1:12-18 Introduction Open your bibles to Revelation, Chapter 1 Last week recap: Over-arching theme: 2 Tim 4:2 says “Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction.” We ought to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithfulness-Week 2 Series

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

All Saints Day. The faithfulness that we must have as followers of Jesus Christ.

Tomorrow is All Saints Day; Most of the time when we hear this word we begin to develop an image in our mind like what is found on the cover of the bulletin; an image of an extremely pious man or woman of faith who lived very long ago. This person always seems to have a halo around their head ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-39

Denomination: Methodist

Advent 2: Preparation Series

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Dec 8, 2004

2nd in series on Advent Wreath - Sermon focuses on ’preperation’. Prophecy of OT fulfilled in Jesus.

Advent 2: Preparation Luke 1:26-38 Today, we celebrate the 2nd week in the Advent season. We continue with our sermon series on the Advent wreath. Last week, we talked about the first candle and its’ representation of Hope. This week, we will look at the 2nd candle which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Depression - Part 2

Contributed by Ted Mulder on Dec 11, 2004

God has a cure for Depression. Part 1 gives the reasons - part 2 gives the answers!

What do we do when we are depressed? Irritability, sadness, exhaustion, low self-image, destructive self-criticism, shame, guilt, manic behavior, suicidal thoughts or acts. ILLUS: In the February addition of the Reader’s Digest there was an advertisement for Paxil, an anti-depressant. It began ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heaven Part 2 Series

Contributed by Corey Arnold on Nov 17, 2003

This is part two in a series on heaven and hell. The first two are about heaven, the second is concerning hell.

Living or Dying Well INTRO: In 1996, Jeanne Calment was the oldest living human whose age could be verified. On her 120th birthday, she was asked to describe her vision for the future. "Very brief," she said. Another woman was asked the benefits of living to the age of 102. After a pause, she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Supplier 2

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Nov 19, 2003

All is in a terrible state! The man is the creature. God is the creator. The life of the man, in his existence, should be dependent on God, his creator. The clock could it live without its clock and watch maker. God meets the need for the man as a Jesus-C

L E G R A N D F O U R N I S S E U R 2 Lecture : Phil 4/19. « Et mon Dieu pourvoira à tous vos besoins selon sa richesse, avec gloire, en Jésus-Christ. » INTRODUCTION : Tout est dans un état épouvantable ! L’homme est la créature. Dieu est le créateur. La vie de l’homme, dans son existence, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Pentecostal