Sermons on Overshadowed:

The Deeper The Walk

Contributed by Ken Crow on Nov 13, 2009

God will reveal himself according to our desire for him.

THE DEEPER THE WALK Pastor Ken Crow This morning I want to start with several scriptures. All found in Genesis. Then we will move to the book of Luke chapter 1. Genesis 5:24 (King James Version) 24And Enoch walked with God: and he was not; for God took him. Genesis 6:9 (King James Version) ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:24

Denomination: Church Of God

Celebration Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Dec 13, 2009

A three part Christmas series about Celebration, Salvation, and Reconciliation, based on the book The Purpose of Christmas by Rick Warren.

Christmas! Why? Part 1 Celebration Introduction Begin 3 part Christmas series- conclude Christmas Eve Adapted- The Purpose of Christmas by Rick Warren. Roving Mic (two mics- ushers handle) 1. What does Christmas mean to you? 2. Share one unusual family Christmas tradition? Christmas is the largest ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Romans 8:35-39

Denomination: Charismatic

Rest In Peace

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Dec 17, 2009

Many people think that you have to be dead to get rest, yet the Bible clearly states that we can and should have peace in our lives. In fact it should be something that defines us and separates us...

The Latin phrase "Requiescat in pace" is a short epitaph that typically appears on headstones, often abbreviated "RIP" which is then often given in English as Rest in peace. The expression means "may he / she rest in peace". Rest in peace probably sounds like a pretty nice idea to most of you here ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

The Birth Of Christ

Contributed by W. Alderman on Dec 13, 2008

This message considers the importance of the Birth of Christ as we celebrate Christmas...

CELEBRATING THE BIRTH OF CHRIST Text: Matthew 1:18-25 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: Christmas should serve as a reminder to every believer that the birth of Christ should be celebrated. It certainly does not mean that Christmas is the only time to rejoice in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Died For The Ungodly

Contributed by C Vincent on Feb 14, 2010

The atonement was God's love to this lost and dying world.

Christ Died for the Ungodly JCC 14.02.10 pm Rom 5:6-12 To genuinely say “Jesus died for me” you must also say “I have no strength to save myself. I am ungodly. I am a sinner.” Illustration: (Spurgeon) “If Christ died for the ungodly, this fact leaves the ungodly no ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Andrew--The Power Of An Ordinary Life

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 21, 2007

God doesn’t need to use superstars. There is power in an ordinary life.

March 18, 2007 "Andrew--The Power of an Ordinary Life" John 1:35-42 INTRODUCTION: We don’t hear much about Andrew in the scriptures, but he was the first one of the disciples that Jesus called. He lived in Bethsaida of Galilee and was a fisherman. He was a very ordinary person--more of a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Methodist

Do Not Lose Heart

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 28, 2009

We do not lose heart because (1) we are inwardly being renewed, even though physically wasting away. (2) we have an eternal glory that far outweighs our momentary troubles, and (3) we can fix our eyes on what we cannot see - the eternal destiny God has p

We like to buy things that can last for a long time. • When buy plastic cups because they are unbreakable. We buy Energizer batteries because they last longer. We buy shoes that are long-lasting. • How we wish life is just like that – that we will be able to stay physically strong and healthy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 2 Corinthians 4:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Greatest Mother Of All

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Apr 27, 2007

Five godly qualities which Mary possessed that mark her off as perhaps the greatest mother of all time.

The Greatest Mother of All Luke 1:46-49 The producers of the TV program, “The Simpsons” have gone too far in my estimation. In a recent broadcast, they portrayed Mary, the mother of Jesus as someone who intervenes in a fight by beating up all the combatants. She settles the melee by using ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-49

Denomination: Wesleyan

Advent Candle Ceremony #2 Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 30, 2006

This is an Advent Candle Ceremony which includes scriptures, readings and prayers.

Advent Candle Ceremony #2 Introduction: Week One Advent is a time of joyful expectation of the coming of the Lord. It is a time of conversion and renewal, a time of watching and waiting, a time of new beginnings, a time to experience the power of God. It is above all else a time of hope, peace ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:32-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Voices Of Christmas - Hope

Contributed by Eric Peloquin on Dec 1, 2006

This sermon focuses on four characters in the Christmas narrative and what their "voice" says to us. It uses the acrostic H-O-P-E to illustrate that in the end all the "voices" proclaim HOPE to a lost and dying world!

Four Voices of Christmas – Voices of Hope Sermon – December 25th 2005 In Fridays Boston Herald I read a story about a school in the eastern part of the state where the children were informed, at the ire of many parents, that they could not sing songs with and religious references in them. They ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Away In A Manger Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 4, 2006

What are the Biblical truths taught by this favorite Christmas carol?

Today, we are going to think on the Biblical message found in the .words of that wonderful Christmas carol, "Away In A Manger." A great deal of mystery has surrounded this familiar song of Christmas. One tradition has it that it was written by Martin Luther as a song to be sung to his children. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Mighty God Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 16, 2008

Jesus is a mighty warrior who came to earth to save us from the power and fear of death.

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given... And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. “Mighty God” = El Gibbor (Hebrew): • El = God • Gibbor = strong, powerful, mighty, champion, hero The soldiers of Israel are described as “mighty [gibbor] ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Mary Series

Contributed by Mac Hammond on Sep 9, 2011

A key to successful waiting can be found in the Christmas story.

A. This is the third installment of our ongoing series entitled “Graceful Waiting.” In this installment, we will study the third key to scriptural waiting, which is finding someone who will support you spiritually while you’re waiting on the Lord. B. The third key to successful waiting can be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“greetings, You Who Are Highly Favored!”

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 18, 2011

Gabriel’s Message to Mary Is God’s Message for You

“Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” Ah. Those words just don’t have the same ring in English as they do in Aramaic. That was the language I spoke when I delivered that greeting for the first time 2,000 years ago. I am the angel, Gabriel. I am the one who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Light To Destroy The Curse Of Darkness Series

Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Dec 27, 2011

Unto You A Savior is Born: Noah was safe while floating through a devastating flood. We are safe from every threat for the simple reason that through Christ we have been placed in God and joined to His divine nature. Nothing shall by any means harm us.

Christmas Light to Destroy the Curse of Darkness Pastor Dan Little adfontes.djl@gmail.com Twice, over this Christmas season, we have read through Luke’s narrative concerning the conception and birth of Jesus. Today I want to focus just on Luke 2:10 & 11. Luke 2:10 & 11 Luke 2:10 "Fear not, for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-38

Denomination: *other