Sermons on Order:

When You Have Been Wronged

Contributed by John Lowe on May 28, 2014

Some people at Corinth did not like Paul. They were infuriated at him because of his insistence on Christian morality and because he dared to correct those who said they were Christians, but lived like everyone else.

10-25-03 Title: When You Have Been Wronged Text: “We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed. (2 Corinthians 4:8-9). Scripture Reading: (2 Corinthians 4:8-10). 8 We are troubled ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Lion And The Lamb Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 27, 2014

Considering the way that Jesus is both the powerful Lion and the lowly Lamb

1. Text: Revelation 5:5-6, et al Steel and velvet – those are the qualities of a balanced man, says one writer. Like steel, he’s firm and well-tempered; he provides his family with security and raises the admiration of those around him. Still, like soft velvet, he has sensitivity and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving: An Act Of Worship

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 28, 2014

Tithing is not merely a duty; it's an act of worship. This final sermon in the Prove God series challenges the congregation to make a money back guarantee with the church.

Giving as an Act of Worship Series: Prove God Stewardship Series, Sermon (#3 of 3) Chuck Sligh January 28, 2014 This sermon is adapted from a sermon by Jeff Strite by the similar title at SermonCentral.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Proverbs 3. INTRODUCTION Illus. – In 21st ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Tool Of Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by John Sears on Jan 30, 2014

Prayer can be a powerful tool to help us grow spiritually. What does a powerful prayer look like? Is there a right and a wrong way to pray?

The Power Tool of Growth Review: Today, I want to remind you of our theme verse for this series of messages. This theme verse outlines what a spiritually mature Christian looks like. Galatians 5:22-23 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Christian Church

Pigs On The Beach Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 2, 2014

It seems that Jesus travels to the Gerasense for a specific purpose.

It wasn't your typical day at the beach. Instead of beach umbrellas, lounge chairs and a sandcastle, we have a cemetery, a violent man, the supernatural, outraged citizens and pigs. And I'm pretty flexible, especially about beaches, but I draw the line at pigs on the beach. This is week four of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Be Prepared For Motion Sickness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 2, 2014

Life isn't fair. Life isn't just. How can I avoid being defeated by the truth that "in this world I will experience trouble?"

OPEN: Tom had never gone deep-sea fishing before, and once he was out at sea he began to think it was the stupidest thing he'd ever done in his life. Who would ever have believed that seasickness could be this awful? With every pitch and roll, Tom wondered how he was going to survive the remaining ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Truthfulness Series

Contributed by Arthur Miller on Feb 2, 2014

We are a people of lies, but God can never lie, In this lesson we will explore why God wants us to be truthful and see the benefits of living truthful lives.

Introduction Today we are going to start a new series of lessons on Christianity 101. You’ve heard me talk and tell you, many times, to live right. This series of lessons will explore the basics of living the way God wants you to live. It is so easy for all of us to forget these basics of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Lessons From The Lord's Temptation

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 5, 2014

The temptation of Jesus teaches us about: 1. The leadership of God's Spirit (vs. 1). 2. The righteousness of our Savior (vs. 1-4). 3. The power of Scripture (vs. 3-10). 4. The provision of new strength (vs. 11).

Spiritual Lessons from the Lord's Temptation Matthew 4:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Jan. 23, 2013 *How long has it been since you were tempted to sin? If it's been more than 24 hours, then maybe you haven't been paying attention. Or you are a very rare person, indeed. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Real Worship Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 11, 2014

Don’t waste your life in secret, cheap acts designed to get the praise of people. Instead, give it all away in exposed, expensive, extravagant acts of devotion to our Lord, because that is what real worship is all about.

Did you ever have trouble staying awake at church? Mr. Bean did. Take a look (show Mr. Bean Falling Asleep at Church; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6B1V1PFsyho). The congregation stares blankly straight ahead, and the preaching drones on in a nonsensical blah blah blah monotone that is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Judgement On The Oppressor Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 14, 2014

When things get tough we sometimes wonder whether God is present with us. Bot God is always here and his promises never fail. He will judge those who do wrong in his world. He is constant in his judgements.

Well let me begin by saying this is a difficult reading.It’s a difficult reading not only because we need to understand something of the complex history between Assyria and Judah and the covenant relationship between God and the people of Israel … but even more fundamentally it’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:5-19

Denomination: Anglican

No Parking! Keep Moving!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Feb 25, 2014

Where have you parked your life? Illegal parking brings with it certain penalties such as tickets, towing, charges and fines. As disciples of Christ we need to be aware of where we have a tendency to park spiritually

All drivers at some time or other experienced the lovely frustration of driving around trying to find a parking spot. Sometimes you need to park in order to transact whatever business or appointment is pending. Sometimes you just park! Our life as believers and disciples of Christ is viewed as a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forgiven & Forgiving Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 26, 2014

Our relationship with God begins with forgiveness; but forgiveness is at the heart of relationships with fellow Christians. Forgiveness is not a commodity that we receive. It impacts our life to the degree that we want to share what we've received.

WAC2BL: Forgiven & Forgiving Scripture Text: Colossians 3.12-14 INTRODUCTION I’ve been thinking-about some of the most-highly-rated television shows over the past 30 years: Star Trek, M*A*S*H*, Cheers, Seinfeld, Lost. Of some-of these-shows, I’ve been an avid-fan ~ and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Walking In The Light Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 4, 2014

Truth matters. Truth in belief and truth in behaviour. It matters what we believe about Jesus. It matters how we live

John is a passionate writer. Maybe he realises that he’s coming to the end of his life and he doesn’t have much time left to get his message across. Maybe he looks around at the church and realises that the inexorable drift from the gospel to religion is impacting on those he’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Heals A Man With A Demon Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 9, 2014

The account of Jesus healing a man with a demon will teach us about the power of Jesus over demons.

Scripture In chapter 8 of Luke’s Gospel, he answers the question, “Who then is this?” (8:25). In four different accounts he shows that Jesus has power over nature, demons, disease, and death. Last time we examined Jesus’ power over nature when he calmed the storm on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

St. Patrick, Whose He?

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 15, 2014

Around this time of the year, one should consider the life of St. Patrick, especially since there is a day dedicated in his honor.

Title: St. Patrick, Whose He? Theme: The Real St. Patrick Introduction: The writer of the Book of Hebrews has some real sound advice for the children of God, “Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational