Sermons on Our Heavenly Bodies:

Abraham Meets Our God Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 17, 2011

Abraham’s story was unique in many ways, but as we look at his faith journey, we can see 5 parallels to our own faith journey.

Old Testament Encounters with Christ Part 4: Abraham Meets Our God Genesis 11:27-12:8 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 14, 2011 *We have been talking about Christ in the Old Testament. There are hundreds of references to Jesus in the Old Testament, including prophecies, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Up Our Cross

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Oct 14, 2024

The sixth church that Jesus addressed received no words of rebuke or chastisement. It was faithful to the Gospel, open to opportunities, and will be delivered from its enemies at the coming hour of trial upon the world. Take up your cross and do the same.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to welcome you to this moment of shared faith, a time of communion in the Word of God. We gather here, not merely as individuals, but as a community united by the love of Christ, a love that transcends our differences and binds us together as one family ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Galatians 6:2, John 16:33, James 1:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 15 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 16, 2010

James is asking us to take responsibility for our brother or sister in Christ. This simple, yet powerful thought is one that Jesus introduced when he spoke about discipline in the church, and Paul would later right after James concerning the need to both

THE NECESSITY OF CORRECTION IN THE LIFE OF THE CHURCH JAMES 5:19-20 INTRODUCTION: Throughout our study of the book of James, we have seen that this book is a practical guide to living the Christian faith. James has not tried to dilute any aspect of that kind of living; whether easy or hard, James ...read more

Scripture: James 5:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

United For God’s Glory Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 6, 2011

God uses all kinds of people to do His work. You have a place in His church and your contribution is valuable. With such diversity in the team, it is senseless to compete and compare; we are called to cooperate. We serve to glorify God, He alone is our

What we learn last week: ?What God originates, He orchestrates. ?Expect challenges when doing God’s will. ?Don’t fear difficulties. Choose to look at them with eyes of faith, and not fear. Last Tuesday, I read these words from Bill Hybels?The Power of a Whisper (p.110-111): “Don’t ever buy into ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who's Pulling The Strings?

Contributed by Mike Flack on Mar 5, 2002

What it really means for Jesus Christ to control the life of a believer - the presentation of our bodies, the process of the renewing of our minds, and the performance of the Will Of God.

Who’s Pulling The Strings? (Have ready made a giant marionette frame (4’x6’ or larger) with rope through the control arms. As you begin, start to attach the ropes to your legs and arms making you a human marionette.) I remember that when I was seven, our WHOLE NEIGHBORHOOD would all congregate ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Friends

Go To The Tomb

Contributed by Drew Mills on Apr 3, 2015

Do our trials soften, harden or transform us for Him? A look at 3 witnesses of the empty tomb.

Lou Holtz, the famous coach of Notre Dame football fame, said, “life is 10% what happens to you, and 90% how you respond.” A young woman went to her mother and told her about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus Knows Our Needs!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 23, 2001

Jesus knows & cares about us. He knows what is inside us. He knows how we think. He knows when we're telling the truth & when we're lying. He knows who & what we really are, & He loves us anyway.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL,KANSAS, OK (revised:2016) TEXT: Mark 1:40-2:12 ILL. In my opinion, one of the most beautiful songs in our hymnbooks is #528, entitled "No One Ever Cared for Me Like Jesus." Notice the words in verse 1: I would love to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ, The Fabric Of Our Lives

Contributed by Moy Hernandez on Oct 26, 2009

In Christian Apologetics or defending the faith, it is paramount for believers to know what they believe and why. Our faith in God leads us to believe and have faith in His word which in turn leads us to Jesus and our saving faith in him.

Christians Apologetics When it comes to the word Christian this days I much prefer to use the terminology “Followers of Jesus” To be a Christian these days is almost like belonging to a club, or some right of passage that we all go through. However to be a follower of Jesus declares a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

Fishing In Our Own Pond

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007

The call for the disciples to be witnesses in Jerusalem was the call for them to go fishing in their own pond. It remains the call for us to fish our own ponds, to be a witness within the network of relationships God has placed us, to capture the hearts a

Fishing In Your Own Pond Acts 1:8 The call to be witnesses was a call to go fishing in our own ponds, to be a witness within the network of relationships God has placed us, to capture the hearts and souls of family, friends, coworkers, neighbors and acquaintances, and spiritually reel them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Angels At Our Side #2 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 27, 2006

How God uses His angels

Angels at Our Side #2 Acts 12:1-11 Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 15, 2006 *Some day you are going to see an angel. It’s not a matter of “if” but “when.” God’s mighty angels are as real as you and me. And in this wonderful story from the early church, we can see how ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Our Hands Dirty

Contributed by John Stensrud on Apr 29, 2001

An expository message focusing on the confrontation between Jesus and an expert in the law.

Getting our Hands Dirty – Luke 10:25-37 By Pastor John Stensrud Luke 10:25 On one occasion a lawyer [stood up] to [test] Jesus. Teacher," he asked, "what must I do to inherit eternal life?" 26 "What is written in the Law?" he replied. "How do you read it?" 27 He answered "’Love the Lord your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Returning To Our First Love Series

Contributed by David Welch on Mar 30, 2009

Third in a Series on Revelation dealing with the letter to ephesus and the loss of their first love.

I.PROLOGUE 1:1-20 II.Messages to the Seven churches 2-3 (Things with are) I want to clarify two issues related to all seven churches before we focus in on each individual message. The first issue has to do with the interpretive approach. How you interpret these messages will depend on which method ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

His Character - Our Calling

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 13, 2015

A sermon to emphasis the importance of holiness.

"His Character -- Our Calling" 1 Peter 1:13-16 1 Peter 1:13 Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Our Incomparable Christ: Creatoin Series

Contributed by Darryl Bell on Apr 6, 2016

Jesus' role in creation gives meaning and purpose to our lives.

Our Incomparable Christ--Creation; Col 1:15-20; 11-22-15; 1st of 4. Something I’ve been doing the last few years is to in-vite people to join me in giving a message. At the end of my talk I will invite you to share your insights or questions that come out of what I’ve said. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Many Purposes As Salt Series

Contributed by David Troyer on Nov 19, 2017

What is the purpose of salt? Throughout most of the world’s history, salt has been used for three purposes: Flavoring, Preserving and Healing and it has almost always been valuable. This message explores our responsibilities as Salt in this world.

Our text for this morning is Matthew 5:13-16 While you are turning there, take a minute to think about salt. What is its history? What is its purpose... aside from tasting good. Today we are going to explore those aspects and more as we explore our purpose in light of the call God makes on us to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16, Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Baptist