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The Best Christmas Song Series

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Nov 28, 2001

This sermon takes a look at what a great Christmas song should contain

S120201 The best Christmas song --Romans survey What is the best Christmas song ever written? The Messiah by Handel,Joy to the world, Silent night, Away in a manger, Jingle bells . . . What is the Worst Song: For me it is anything sung by a chipmunk. How about, "Momma got runned over by a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

So, Christmas Is Over, Huh?

Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 26, 2001

Christians are polarized by Christmas. We battle against the commercialism and secularization of one of the two most holy days for Christians.

So, Christmas is Over, huh? I have a poem I’d like to share with you. It’s called "The Month After Christmas." ‘Twas the month after Christmas, and all through the house, nothing would fit me, not even a blouse. The cookies I’d nibbled, the fudge I did taste, all the holiday parties ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Do I Need To Go To Church? Series

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Jan 10, 2002

With this talk today I am going to make the case that church attendance is vital because everything you hold dear can be taken away from you. The church offers the best hope on earth of carrying your precious treasures through a dangerous land.

S011202 Why do I need to go to church? Ezra 8:21 A sermon by Scotty L Killingsworth Preached to the Evergreen Church Springfield, Mo. Second sermon in the series-Sermons I would bring a friend to hear. Beginning The Fellowship of the Ring tells the story of a Hobbit who has in his possession ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 8:21, Ezra 8:21-23, Hebrews 10:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

The People Of The Covenant Lord: The Church Is The People, Not The Steeple Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Jul 8, 2002

This sermon as part of the series on the covenant relationship of God and His people, explains the form and function of the church as the people, not the steeple.

INTRODUCTION: C.S. Lewis’ Screwtape Letters, writing, of course, as an elder devil to a younger devil, "One of our great allies at present is the Church itself. Do not misunderstand me. I do not mean the Church as we see her spread out through all time and space and rooted in eternity, terrible as ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Cleanses The Temple—part 2 Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jul 19, 2008

Does Jesus cleansing the temple have any real significance for us so many years later? I believe this story acts as a spiritual MRI, if we let it.

Jesus Cleanses the Temple—Part 2 Matthew 21:14-22 Welcome back to the story of Jesus cleansing the temple. Last time, we all walked away with a renewed sense of the call of God on the life of each of us to reserve and preserve a holy time and a holy place to encounter and worship Him. We saw ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:14-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Magnanaimous Provider

Contributed by Lancelot Waldron on Oct 4, 2008

In the parable of the tenant the Lord shows that he is a provider of all our needs, a provider that makes us accountable , a provider that offers many chances to change and a Lord who provides an everlasting victory.

The Parable of the tenant: The Magnanimous Provider Matt 21: 33-43; Mark 12:1-12 ; Luke 20:9-19 Intro: Introduction of the myself to the congregation , review Congregational , Rev. John , her husband’s funeral , many from congregational joined with your celebration of her ministry. Deaconess ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The First And Last Of Revelation

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 25, 2010

A blessing to all who read and heed it and a curse to any who dare to change it, Revelation is a unique and amazing book.

The First and Last of Revelation Text: 1:1-3, 22:18-21 Revelation from start to finish is a very unusual book of the Bible, especially of the New Testament. It begins with a blessing upon all who read it and heed it and ends with a call and warning upon all who might tamper with its contents. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is There A God? Series

Contributed by Ricky Burke on Feb 1, 2001

This is the first sermon in a series entitled, "The Basic Questions of Life."

"Is There a God?" Acts 14:17 and other selected Scriptures We’re beginning a new series of messages on what I call "THE BASIC QUESTIONS OF LIFE." We’re going to examine questions such as: Is there a God and if there is, what is He like? Is the Bible accurate and reliable? How did we get ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:17

Denomination: Baptist

Staying Awake In Church

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jun 1, 2001

How the excitement of the Day of Pentecost can continue in the church today.

Ever see someone fall asleep in church? It can be pretty funny. An evangelist friend of mine tells the story of an old man who fell asleep in church. The man’s mouth was wide open with his head tilted back. All of a sudden a fly flew into the man’s wide-open mouth. Naturally, this was an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

God Speaks Through Circumstances Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 30, 2006

Sermon ten in a fourteen sermon series based on the popular Bible study by Henry Blackaby.

The Father loved the Son and showed Him everything He was doing. Jesus did not have to guess what to do. He did not have to dream up what He could do for the Father. He watched to see what the Father was doing around Him and Jesus put His life there. The Father could then accomplish His purposes ...read more

Scripture: John 5:17-20, John 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Domestic Problems Series

Contributed by J. Brad Campbell on Jun 15, 2007

this is the nineth sermon in a series dealing with things that will hinder your prayer life

HINDRANCES TO PRAYER ------------------------------------------------- LESSON #9 DOMESTIC PROBLEMS TEXT: I PETER 3:1-7 REVIEW: What was last weeks lesson? Idolatry. What is a biblical definition of an idol? Any object, person, thing, or passion you would place above god. What are some common ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taunts From The Captives Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 1, 2007

Exposition of Habakkuk 2:6-20

Text: Habakkuk 2:6-20 Title: Taunts from the Captives Date/Place: LSCC, 8/27/06, PM A. Opening illustration: We are the beavers, mighty mighty beavers… B. Background to passage: This is the second answer of God to the prophet’s complaint about the lack of action on God’s part to punish all the ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:6-20

Denomination: Baptist

Keep Watch & Be Ready

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 3, 2008

In Jesus’ last sermon before He was betrayed, He stressed the need to keep watch and be ready for His return, emphasizing it with three parables. Are you doing what He expects from you? This ought to be our concern today.

We’ve just read a portion of Jesus’ last sermon to His disciples before He was betrayed. • It stretches from Chapter 23 to 25, with a large part of it about His second coming. • This is the main theme of His long message. It is understandable, since He is about to leave them. • Jesus needs to tell ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-46

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Called To Care For His Earth Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 16, 2008

This is the 2nd in a stewardship series. This message talks about our responsiblity to "reuse", "recycle" just as God has established this process in the creation itself.

In Jesus Holy Name January 20, 2008 Epiphany III Text: Psalm 24:1-2 Redeemer “Stewardship: Managing the Things of God” 2nd in the series: Called to Care For His Earth There are two major themes which weave their way through the scriptures: The “way to God” and the “walk ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-2

Denomination: Lutheran

What Every Wife Needs From Her Husband Series

Contributed by Harold Hansen on Jan 5, 2009

Helps on the home

LESSON TWO WHAT EVERY WIFE NEEDS FROM HER HUSBAND Eph. 5:25-29 In most cases when there is trouble at home, the man is at fault. If husbands will be right & do right. Then the wives & the children will get in line. In the majority of cases. The man is the least willing to accept or seek ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-29

Denomination: Baptist