Sermons on Paradise Lost:

Endurance Through Struggles: The Final Victories Of Paul's Ministry

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 10, 2021

The Apostle Paul lived on the edge of death, that’s for sure. As he traveled from here to there, throughout his ministry he planted many churches.

“In ancient Rome, crowds by the tens of thousands would gather in the Colosseum to watch as Christians were torn apart by wild animals. Paul Rader, commenting on his visit to this famous landmark, said, "I stood uncovered to the heavens above, where He sits for whom they gladly died, and asked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:23, Acts 21:10-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Has He Risen?

Contributed by Eric Darr on Nov 11, 2004

This title may strike you in an odd way..... Has He Risen? While we are so accustomed to hearing He Has Risen. The reason I bring this title with a question mark vs. an accustomed exclamation point is because some of us in the church do not show a

Has He Risen? While driving to church on Easter Sunday two years ago, I told my children the Easter story. "This is the day we celebrate Jesus coming back to life," I explained. Right away, my 3-year-old son, Kevin, piped up from the back seat, "Will He be in church ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Opened Doors

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 20, 2004

We need to learn how to make the most of opportuntities to participate in God’s redemptive work.

Shakespeare once wrote: "there is a tide in the affairs of men, Which, taken at the flood, leads on to fortune; Omitted, all the voyage of their life Is bound in shallows and in miseries." The Latins had a phrase that expressed the same idea: "Carpe diem, quam minimum credula postero," which ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Bradford, The Mayflower And Plymouth" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 15, 2002

The heritage of the Pilgrims

Bradford, the Mayflower and Plymouth Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Congregationalism (and others from the Reformed tradition) has its roots in the Pilgrims who came from England, led by William Brewster and William Bradford. The issue at stake was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 101:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Some Things Will Never Change

Contributed by David Parks on Feb 25, 2005

We are experiencing change at a dissying rate, bBut some things will never change.

SOME THINGS WILL NEVER CHANGE TEXT: Romans 6:23 1. Never in the history of the world has change been thrust upon humankind at such a dizzying pace. 2. Recently a resident passed away at the Church of Christ Care center at the age of 102, she was born into a world of horse drawn carriages, out ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The Bread Of Life

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 9, 2008

Comparing the "Bread of Life" to the manna in the wilderness.

Dakota Community Church March 9, 2008 I Am the Bread of Life Last week we saw Jesus as the light of the world. In the light we are able to see, we stop stumbling our way through life. In the light we find growth and direction, we discover a God who loves and cares for us and has a plan and ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-59

Denomination: Mennonite

Back To The Main Thing Series

Contributed by Bong Baylon on Feb 11, 2009

No one wants to be forgetful. But when we forget something that is really important, like forgetting our true mission on earth, we can get into big trouble. Not just because we might fail, but because we might be judged by the One who called us in the fir

Our First Mail “Back to the Main Thing” Revelation 2:1-7; 3:14-22 THE MAIN PROBLEM 1. What do you think is the main problem in the Church in Ephesus? Revelation 2:4 4 Yet I hold this against you: You have forsaken your first love. a. Does this refer to their love for ONE ANOTHER? b. Does this ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Gift To Men

Contributed by Mark Witherden on Dec 6, 2003

You have been entrusted with necessary and effective gifts. You are a gift from God to the church! What you feel about this is not so important as to what you do about it.

God’s gifts to men Introduction - Jesus has gifted the church Ps 68:18 You have ascended on high, You have led captivity captive; You have received gifts among men, Even from the rebellious, That the LORD God might dwell there. Paul changes this verse in light of his understanding of Jesus and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Nothing But The Best

Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 17, 2005

God only wants the best for man and He proved it through creation.

NOTHING BUT THE BEST Genesis 2:4-25 When God does something, He does it first rate. When He created the heavens and the earth, He did it first class. Man will never cease to marvel at the beauty and wonders of God’s creation. When God provided a Savior, he gave His best: His only Son, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"I Am Thirsty"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 21, 2007

A Lenten sermon for a series on the 7 Last Words of Christ.

John 19:28 “I Am Thirsty” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.gbgm-umc.org/grace-sdtn We often speak of the Cross of Jesus Christ as a stark tragedy; as the most awful, wicked, and incongruous thing that ever happened on this planet. And, in a sense, we ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28

Denomination: United Methodist

It's Your Economy That's The Problem

Contributed by Charles Hines on Nov 16, 2008

What is God’s Economy plan for our lives

It’s Your Economy that is the Problem. “It’s the Economy, Stupid!” This buzz phrase become very popular during the first President Bush’s administration, and could easily be used today. Today let’s take a look at God’s spiritual economic plan for His people. Let’s start with something we all ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 27:1-29

Denomination: Church Of God

Christmas Salvation Series

Contributed by Bruce B. Miller on Dec 22, 2011

This sermon is about one of the favorite verses in the Bible, John 3:16.

Christmas Eve Sermon Christmas Salvation John 3:16 Bruce B. Miller Christmas Salvation Merry Christmas! Welcome. Tonight you are going to hear about one of the most famous verses in the Bible. This verse gives the meaning of Christmas in one sentence. Let me tell you the story of where the verse ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Foundations Of The Faith: Baptism

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017

BAPTISM IS ONE OF THE FOUNDATIONS OF OUR FAITH. SOMETIMES WE GET SO FAMILIAR WITH WHAT WE BELIEVE THAT WE LOSE SIGHT OF THESE BASIC THOUGHTS. REVIEW IS OFTEN TIME WELL INVESTED.

FOUNDATIONS OF THE FAITH: BAPTISM MATTHEW 3:13-17 TODAY WE ARE CONTINUING WITH OUR SERIES ON THE FOUNDATIONS OF OUR FAITH, BY LOOKING AT BAPTISM. BAPTISM IS A CONTROVERSIAL POINT OF CHRISTENDOM, AND IT IS NOT MY POINT TO ADD FIRE TO THE CONTROVESY, BUT TO EXAMINE WHAT THE SCRIPTURES SAY ABOUT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Thankful Christian

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 25, 2018

We are a generous Nation and are great contributors to charities but still a third of the world goes to bed hungry every night a third of the world is without proper medical care, a third of the world is thirsty for clean water and God's word.

How do we express our thankfulness to God for the blessings we have received? Today in North America we are considered some of the wealthiest people on the planet. That does not mean that you have a fortune tucked away somewhere but rather our standard of living is some of the best. We have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Three Trees Of Easter

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 15, 2018

THIS IS A GOOD FRIDAY MESSAGE ON THE NATURE OF SIN, THE PENALTY OF SIN, AND THE VICTORY OVER SIN, ALL SHOWN THROUGH THREE TREES MENTIONED IN SCRIPTURE.

THE THREE TREES OF EASTER MARK 15:33-39 LET ME BEGIN BY WELCOMING YOU TO OUR GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE. GOOD FRIDAY IS A VERY UNUSUAL DAY. IT’T TITLE IS ALMOST OXYMORONIC. WHAT IS SO GOOD ABOUT REMEMBERING THE BRUTAL DEATH OF JESUS CHRIST? THE FEELING AROUND THIS HOLY DAY IS ALSO UNUSUAL. IT’S ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-39

Denomination: Baptist