Sermons on Paradox:

How To Be A Prayer Warrior

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 25, 2004

to teach the people the importance of being a intercessor

How To Be A Prayer Warrior Ephesians 3:16-19 Primary Purpose: To teach the people the importance of being a intercessor Back in 1993, I got sick with pneumonia. I was so wore out I would get short of breath talking on the phone. I remember a lady named Ruth who called me. She asked me how I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Be Practical Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Aug 19, 2005

First message on James. James’ letter is more a practical paper on corrrect conduct, than a doctrinal discourse. He assumes a knowledge of doctrine (dangerous assumption today!) and urges us to live out the truth.

“It is a bewildering paradox that one-third of all American adults claim to be born again and yet fail to impact our society which becomes sicker and more corrupt by the day. Religion is up but morality is down,” says Chuck Colson. George Gallup reached the same conclusion when he polled the nation ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17

Rekindle The Love

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 7, 2004

Rekindle the love for God’s work, his word, and for one another by focusing on his promises.

“You don’t bring me flowers, You don’t sing me love songs, You hardly talk to me anymore…” So sang Neil Diamond and Barbra Streisand in 1977. The song became a hit because it spoke about something we all experience - fading love. Think about your pets. Do you love them as much today as when you ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Yes Virginia, There Is A Resurrection Series

Contributed by Rick Macdonald on Aug 8, 2001

The church, not city hall, department stores or governments, is charged with witnessing to the gospel, and reminding the world the reason for the birth of Jesus.

YES VIRGINIA, THERE IS A RESURRECTION Pastor Rick MacDonald December 17, 2000 1 Corinthians 15:14 - and if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is vain, your faith also is vain. Introduction: We should have come to realize a long time ago that Christmas is not ruled from Jerusalem or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

God The Glorious

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Apr 30, 2002

“Be exalted, O God, above the heavens, and let Your glory be over all the earth” (Ps. 108:5). Book V begins here. The first six psalms focus on the glories of who God is and what He has done.

GOD THE GLORIOUS PSALMS 107–112 “Be exalted, O God, above the heavens, and let Your glory be over all the earth” (Ps. 108:5). Book V begins here. The first six psalms focus on the glories of who God is and what He has done. Overview Six psalms lead us to praise the LORD as God of Rescue (Ps. 107), ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Get A Life Series

Contributed by Brad Dyrness on May 3, 2002

People know about God, listen to people talk about God, and even claim to be Christian. Yet many still feel far from God. A relationship with God is like drinking coffee. How do we move from doing to being?

Get a Life 4/21/02 AM By Brad Dyrness You know you have had too much coffee when … 1. You answer the door before people knock. 2. You speed walk in your sleep. 3. You grind your coffee beans in your mouth. 4. You have to watch videos in fast-forward. 5. You go to the AA Meetings just to get ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15, 1 John 1:7

Denomination: Holiness

The Mustard Seed Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jan 18, 2007

Do not despise the day of small things. God uses the insiginificant for significant purposes

The Parables of Mustard Seed and Yeast Matthew 13.31-35 ‘Great oaks from little acorns grow.’ I am sure you have heard that saying before and I am also pretty sure many, if not all, of you fully understand what it means. From humble, small, insignificant beginnings great things can grow and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-35

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Not Peace, But A Sword Series

Contributed by John Gaines on Jan 31, 2006

Jesus is the Prince of Peace. He is described that way prophetically in Isaiah 9:6. He gives us the peace that surpasses understanding [Philippians 4:7]. However, we must understand that being His disciple will not always be a peaceful life.

NOT PEACE, BUT A SWORD 1. Jesus is the Prince of Peace. He is described that way prophetically in Isaiah 9:6. He gives us the peace that surpasses understanding [Philippians 4:7]. However, we must understand that being His disciple will not always be a peaceful life. 2. Tonight’s text comes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Dan Brown on Feb 19, 2007

Part 9 preaching through Matthew, the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount, covering the first of the Beatitudes.

Sermon-2/9/03-Matt. 5:1-3-Poor In Spirit/Dependance on God The Sermon on the Mount-Vintage Christinianity-Taught on this passage more than possibly any other in the Bible-learn more and more each time. When we look at the Christian faith as it is practiced today it can appear to be clouded by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

Denomination: *other

The Saints Of God

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 6, 2007

The historical celebration of All Saints Day, combining past and recent martyr’s with Paul’s note that "all living Christians are also to be called saints". The message includes a great story on Grace which no other "religion" offers. the story is from

In Jesus Holy Name November 4, 2007 Text: Revelation 6:9-11 All Saints Day, Redeemer “The Saints of God” November 1st was “All Saints Day.” But our culture, our children, our economy celebrated “All Hallowed Eve” with great enthusiasm. What did we gain? Millions of dollars ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:9-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Wet Floor, Do Not Fall

Contributed by Anoop Samuel on May 4, 2007

How Christians should hold on to common salvation and fight false teachings?

Wet Floor, Do not Fall (Jude 24) A wet floor is often difficult to detect, and the slippery surface can cause unexpected tumbles and falls. You might have seen the yellow signs that warn people to be careful when they are around an area like rest room, when the cleaning crews are working. Due to ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

"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

No Pain, No Gain Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 4, 2009

Our lives – whoever we may be - are futile wastes of time and resources unless they produce something meaningful. The more meaningful and lasting our production, the more significant and worthwhile are our lives. The more significant and worthwhile are

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE B.) FREEDOM TO CHOOSE FITNESS “NO PAIN, NO GAIN” (1 Cor. 9:19-27) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, May 3, 2009 AM 1.) WHICH IS MORE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Guidelines For Greatness Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Apr 6, 2011

What does it take to be "great" in God's Kingdom?

Guidelines for Greatness The Book of Mark Mark 9:20-42 I. Introduction: A. How do you define greatness? B. Some people spent a lot of time and energy attaining greatness. 1. In the business world your position is determined by how big a name you make for yourself. a) The greater you are the more ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:20-42

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The True Meaning Of Christmas?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 18, 2011

You cannot sensibly divorce "Christ the King" from Christmas - for why else would we remember the birth of a child born in an obscure part of the world 200 years ago unless he was different

WSG 20-11-2011 With Christmas just around the corner and this being the last Family Service before the New Year, I wanted to ask the question Why is Christmas so special? What is there about Jesus Christ that marks him out as being different from all the other babies born in Israel 2000 years ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Anglican