Sermons on Order From Chaos:

Pharisees Increase Attack Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 21, 2017

Pharisees and Sadducees came seeking a sign, though Jesus had already given many. They wanted to see something different than He had already done; every miracle that Christ had done was a sign, for no man could do what He did unless God were with him.

-AD 29- Magdala Lesson: Pharisees Increase Attack Matthew 16:1-4, Mark 8:10-13 -Matthew- 1 Then the Pharisees and Sadducees came, and testing Him asked that He would show them a sign from heaven. 2 He answered and said to them, “When it is evening you say, ‘It will be fair weather, for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-4, Mark 8:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Surviving Job Stress Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 27, 2001

In order to survive job stress, we must put God first; we must sometimes say "no" to other things in order to say "yes" to God.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the demands of your job, as if no matter how hard you work, you just get farther and farther behind? You go into the office early so you can get some work done before the phone starts ringing, you work through lunch answering e-mail, you stay late trying to get the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-33, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Taming The Beast

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003

To learn the why and how about controlling one’s tongue in order to honor God properly with it.

Taming the Beast Text: James 3.1-12 Thesis: To learn the why and how about controlling one’s tongue in order to honor God properly with it. Introduction: (1) Doctor’s office – sticking out your tongue (2) Hence, James deals with this problem in chapter 3. (a) He begin by ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Saw Satan Fall Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 15, 2016

Jesus gives us His formula for Spiritual Success - 1. Dependence on Him 2. Develop great Teamwork and 3. Deliver and transform lives through the power of Jesus

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20; Psalms 30 Title: "I Saw Satan fall" Proposition: Jesus' formula for spiritual success 1. Dependence on Him 2. Develop Great Teamwork 3. Deliver and Transform Lives through the power of Jesus INTRO: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Listen And Obey

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 8, 2015

We become different people when the Holy Spirit comes upon us. We celebrate and share with humanity’s children. We have been set free and we enjoy the special favour of God. God’s Word shines a light into our darkness and continues to set us free.

There is a common thread in the readings we heard from Nehemiah 8:1-10 and Luke 4:14-21 this morning, and it is freedom from slavery. In the case of the reading from Nehemiah, the story takes place after the Israelites have returned from captivity in Babylon. In Luke’s Gospel, Jesus mentions ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Anglican

The Devil Made Me Do It!

Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 19, 2015

The devil is part of earthly wisdom, and James contrasts earthly wisdom and heavenly wisdom. People’s lives reflect the source of their wisdom.

I want to take you (especially those of you who are among the older members of this congregation) on a trip down memory lane for a minute. Some of you may remember a famous comedian named Flip Wilson. He had a TV show in the 1970s, and on this show he had such famous characters as Geraldine Jones ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Breaking The Grip Of Sin Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 22, 2015

Christians don't do what they used to do.

Breaking the Grip of Sin 1 Peter 4:1-6 Rev. Brian Bill February 21-22, 2015 Play Wall of Me video. Our sins create a wall of separation, don’t they? [Hold up brick] Do you know what a “euphemism” is? The word comes from the Greek, euphemismos, which means “good ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Freedom"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 23, 2015

A sermon about allowing Jesus to help you stand up straight and not have to live a stooped over life.

"Freedom" Luke 13:10-17 The woman crippled for 18 years and unable to stand up straight does not ask for healing. Instead, Jesus calls her and sets her free from her disability by laying hands on her. Her response is to stand up straight and start praising God. Over the years, she has become ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus Is Lord! Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 22, 2014

The freedom that Christ brings from legalism (strict adherence to the law) is critical for us to see today. This sermon leads us in answering the question: "How exhausting is it to pretend to be free, but live as a prisoner to other’s rules?"

Jesus is Lord! Mark 2:1-27 Introduction - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- He is the ultimate servant; giving Himself clearly for all who will receive -- Key verse: Mark 10:45, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is No Condemnation In Christ Jesus, Do You Believe It?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 11, 2014

We do dumb things - we make mistakes - we sin. Our text from Romans begins with one of the greatest promises in all of Scripture "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." Do you believe it? Do you truly believe it?

For those not familiar with an Anglican service there are four Scripture readings prior to the message. The readings for today are: Genesis 25:19-34; Psalm 119:105-112; Romans 8:1-11; and Mathew 13:1-23. A Pastor in the Philippines, ......a much loved man of God ......carried the burden of a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:14-19, Psalm 103:11-12

Denomination: Anglican

The Call Of Moses

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 7, 2017

What can we learn from the burning bushes that God places in our path to get our attention?

The Call of Moses Exodus chapter 3 Introduction This morning we come into the presence of God with the hope that He will speak to us and get personal with us in our lives. At least that is what you should be praying as we come together in His Word. Each one of us is on a journey and we are at ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

The Truth Shall Make You Free!

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 25, 2022

One of Jesus' better-known statements is recorded for us in John 8:32. Some see this as political freedom, but it goes much further, for it describes Jesus Himself and the power to set us free from the oppression of sin.

When we think of the concept of freedom, we here in America refer to the Constitution and the Bill of Rights that guarantee us freedom of religion, freedom of the press, the right to address our grievances, the right to bear arms, the freedom to assemble peacefully, and the right to legal ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32, Romans 3:23, Romans 7:14-24, Matthew 28:19-20, 1 John 1:9, Ephesians 3:16, Hebrews 5:9, Matthew 11:28-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Dwell Securely Psalm 91:1 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 21, 2025

We live in a world full of uncertainty. Every day, we are confronted with fear, chaos, conflict, and confusion. But Psalm 91 opens with a breathtaking promise—a declaration of divine protection and peace.

Go! And Dwell Securely Psalm 91:1 (NLT): “Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Introduction: A Shelter in the Storm We live in a world full of uncertainty. Every day, we are confronted with fear, chaos, conflict, and confusion. But Psalm 91 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1, Psalm 27:5, Isaiah 25:4, Matthew 4:6-7, Colossians 3:3, John 15:4, Romans 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Six Thanks-Blessings

Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 19, 2015

God's Word says to thank him for being a slave, being miserable, being dead, being smelly,being loving, and being sensible. Some of these you don't really think about.

I hope everyone is ready for Thanksgiving this Thursday. I will be deep-fat frying one of the 45 million turkeys that have given their life for this wonderful holiday. One thing I am thankful for is that I can get mine from the frozen food section at the grocery store. I would hate to have to hunt ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Foursquare

God's Never-Ending Love Series

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Aug 3, 2012

Despite our failure and compromise, God loves us and has done everything possible for us to be in his presence. But we must respond and receive that never-ending love.

They were good times! Israel had just rebuilt their temple from scratch after it had lay in ruins for 70 years. Their country had been over-run by the Babylonians who destroyed their cities and took most of the population captive in Babylon. But finally a new empire arose, the Persians, who freed ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran