Sermons on Patriarch:

The Mystery Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 8, 2012

Lord willing, we hope to shed some light on the mysteries of God’s mercy today. We don’t have all the answers and we won’t this side of heaven. However, we can certainly look into the mysteries of God and continue to receive His mercy in our lives.

The Mystery of Mercy Romans 11:25-36 Intro: People love to solve mysteries. Whether it’s figuring out a John Grisham novel or solving a complicated riddle, people love to try to figure out mysteries. Lots of people enjoy the TV show "Unsolved Mysteries" hosted by Robert Stack. "Unsolved ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25-36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pray Great Prayers Series

Contributed by David Whitten on Aug 3, 2011

Prayer is an activity that most Christians struggle with. Our challenge is to pray great prayers but admittedly most would be challenged to simply pray period.

dsw@gbcc07-17-2011 Pray Great Prayers Matthew 6:9-13 Prayer is an activity that most Christians struggle with. Our challenge is to pray great prayers but admittedly most would be challenged to simply pray period. Thankfully There's an app for that! (show "Thy Phone" video from bluefish.tv) But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Our Anchor And Refuge

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 22, 2012

If we practice now walking closely with Jesus, when things are going ok, then when the rough times come, we will be grounded to the Anchor and be safe in the storm

When was the last time you faced a real storm in your life? Think back about what you went through, and about how you got through that time of real difficulty. Today, we’ll give some serious thought to how it is we can weather the bigger trials that come our way. When we face hardship, when we’re ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Give My Talent Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 29, 2012

Resolutions that will change your life.

Five Life Changing Resolutions Part 5 I Will Give My Talent Matthew 25:14-15 Scripture Reading Matthew 25:14 For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods. 15 And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Introducing... Zechariah Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 30, 2009

And in the midst of this, all the mess and rubble, the Lord of Heaven’s Armies speaks. “I was very angry… but return to me, and I will return to you… Turn from your evil ways, and stop all your evil practices.”

Introducing… Zechariah: The Book of Zechariah June 8, 2008 Zech 1:1-6 Intro: When Jesus taught his disciples to pray that God’s kingdom would come, he taught them more than how to pray: he opened his heart to them and challenged them to be inspired by the same vision he had, and for which he ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Part Four - Choosing Stewardship Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 27, 2009

What it means to be a church member. Part 4 of 6

1Now Joseph was taken down to Egypt, and Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh, the captain of the guard, an Egyptian, bought him from the Ishmaelites who had brought him down there. 2The LORD was with Joseph, and he became a successful man; he was in the house of his Egyptian master. 3His master saw ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: United Methodist

The Vitality Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 29, 2010

Actions are vital signs of real faith. Faith that moves is faith that is alive. Faith that pleases God must find expression in actions that please God.

The Vitality of Faith James 2:14-26 Intro: If you’ve studied Romans or Galatians recently, you might come to this particular passage in James and wonder if Paul and James believed the same thing about what it meant to be saved or to be a Christian. Martin Luther was impacted very strongly ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Moved With Fear

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 7, 2013

The colossal structure of Noah's Ark stands on par with the pyramids among ancient wonders. What kept Noah motivated to continue working on the ark for up to 120 years? It was his faith, his fear of the Lord, and his commitment to his loving God.

MOVED WITH FEAR Heb. 11:7 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: We’re talking about Noah & the Ark tonight. 1. What animal could Noah not trust? The cheetah. 2. What kind of lights did Noah have on the ark? Flood lights. 3. Why couldn't they play cards on the ark? Noah was sitting on the deck. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Day To Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Mar 18, 2013

Mercy, God's will, gifts

A DAY TO SACRIFICE Romans 12: 1-8 (p789) March 17, 2013 INTRODUCTION: I have a great fear for Christians who live their lives without much difficulty….And I’m not talking about the difficulties that come as a result of living in a fallen world in a temporary body…(you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Future Salvation Of Israel Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 6, 2012

The restoration of Israel has always been part of God's plan. For the word of God's promise must be fulfilled. The new covenant will not be complete until it fully embraces the people of the old covenant.

ROMANS 11: 25-32 THE FUTURE SALVATION OF ISRAEL [Isaiah 60] The crowning outcome of the discussion in chapters 9-11 is "THE FUTURE SALVATION OF ISRAEL." The culminating point is that God has promised to save Israel. For the same mercy that has overtaken the Gentiles who were once disobedient ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Time Heals All Wounds And Other Lies We Beleive About Conflict Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 2, 2012

This sermon focuses on the broken relationship of Jacob and Esau. We will learn that broken relationships must be healed through confession and forgiveness in a way that honors both TRUTH in judgement and GRACE in forgiveness.

We’ve been told that Time heals all wounds. Our unwillingness to confront sin, or talk about broken relationships confirms that at least some of the time, we follow this advice. But as we know, time does not heal all wounds. Come with me to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem. Roman ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-46, James 4:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Meaning In A Meaningless Life"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on May 15, 2013

Discovering how the woman at the well found meaning in life.

“Finding Meaning in a Meaningless Life” May 19, 2013 John 4:2-26 The Pharisees heard that Jesus was winning and baptizing more disciples than John. 2 But in fact Jesus was not baptizing. His disciples were. 3 When the Lord found out about all this, he left Judea. He went back to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:2-26

Denomination: Holiness

Discerning The Spirits

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 29, 2012

Never swallow someone’s line just because he uses terms of the Christian faith. False teachers are popular with the world because they tell people what they want to hear. Here John warns the Christians who faithfully teach God’s Word will not win any popu

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: In an unethical selling technique called the bait-and-switch method, a retailer lures customers into his store by advertising a well-known product at a very low price. When the buyer asks to purchase it, however, he is told that it is out of stock. The salesperson then tries ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abraham's Third Test: Bitterness Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jan 18, 2013

Lot is in a "lot" of trouble if Abram has any bitterness.

Show video “Rebuilding” My mom died last Sunday. I had promised her that I would perform her funeral. There were quite a few loved ones concerned that it would be too much for me to handle. But I experienced the Holy Spirit in a way as I never have before. The beginning of the year ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

The Word Of God Continues Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 29, 2013

THIS IS ONE OF THOSE PASSAGES THEY MAKES YOU SCRATCH YOUR HEAD AND WONDER WHY IT IS INCLUDED IN OUR BIBLE. IT DOES NOT SEEM TO CONNECT WITH THE CONTEXT BEFORE IT OR AFTER IT. SIMPLY, IT STANDS ALONE AND AS SUCH GIVES IS CAUSE TO PONDER WHY IT IS HERE;

THE WORD OF GOD CONTINUES Acts 12:19-24 After Herod had a thorough search made for him and did not find him, he cross-examined the guards and ordered that they be executed. Then Herod went from Judea to Caesarea and stayed there a while. 20 He had been quarreling with the people of Tyre and Sidon; ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:19-24

Denomination: Baptist