Sermons on Pedigree:

Watch Them Dogs

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Jun 26, 2010

We Are Told To Beware Of Dogs. We are being warned about evil workers and false teachers. The Dogs in our text are men who are led by an evil spirit and not the Holy Spirit.

This message did not originate with me. I heard an old black preacher deliver it many years ago. I think his name was Dr. S. M. Lockrage, but I'm not sure. We Are Told In Our Text To Beware Of Dogs. We are being warned about evil workers and false teachers. 2 Thessalonians 3:11-15 For we hear ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

God At Work

Contributed by Kyle Blanton on Sep 1, 2006

Gideon questioned at least four things, when God came calling. These questions are often asked by Christians today.

God At Work Judges 6-8 9-3-06 a.m. (PDBC) Commitment Sunday Over the last several months we’ve been asking you to prayerfully consider giving sacrificially, not just over and beyond your tithe, but sacrificially beyond your tithe to help us achieve a plan we believe honors what God has been doing ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus The Better Way: He Establishes A Better Family Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 24, 2013

We are part of God’s family and the character of God is being fashioned within us; his intent is for us to bear the “family resemblance.

JESUS THE BETTER WAY: JESUS ESTABLISHES A BETTER FAMILY HEBREWS 12:3-13 Big Idea: We are part of God’s family and the character of God is being fashioned within us; his intent is for us to bear the “family resemblance.” Supporting Scripture: • Reading from the Old Testament: Job 5:17-26 • Reading ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:3-13

Denomination: Nazarene

It’s An Inside Job Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 7, 2011

What, or who, is on the inside is one of hte most important determinates or detriments to living between the lines.

“Between the Lines: It’s An Inside Job” Romans 2:11-29 A robbery occurred in the branch bank where we did our banking. Law enforcement officers stated that the evidence pointed towards an “inside job.” The crime had been carried out in such a way that only someone who knew the bank from the inside ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:11-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Abiding In Jesus' Reformation Words

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Oct 25, 2009

A sermon preached at an area Reformation Sunday worship service on 10/25/2009 at Elk Horn Lutheran Church, Elk Horn, Iowa. It uses Jesus’ words of the text as Jesus’ "reformation words" for the people of his day, Martin Luther’s day, and today.

Historically, Lutherans have taken the last Sunday in October and set it aside as “Reformation Sunday”, where we give thanks to God for the life and work of Martin Luther and other reformers of the church in the 1500’s who brought back to light the truth of the Gospel. It’s a day where it’s very ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Zephaniah - Chapter 2. Judgement Is Coming Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Nov 7, 2016

In this section of Zephaniah chapter2. He preaches the Word of the Lord preaching a Judgement, to the earth the surrounding nations and upon Judah which is tempered with a a gracious offer and hope for a remnant

Introduction & Background God speaks through the Prophet Zephaniah, little is known of him apart from his name and pedigree. Zephaniah means - ‘Yaweh has hidden/protected’ this name given could indicate the families piety as they trusted in God during the godless reign of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Look At Joseph, Husband Of Mary Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 18, 2024

Joseph, the husband-to-be of Mary of Nazareth, was looking forward to his wedding day! But he received some news that almost made him change his mind. After a word from the Lord, he followed the Lord's instructions.

(Based on a sermon preached December 15, 2024 at New Hope Baptist Church, Fulton, MO. This is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: Two Sundays ago we looked at Zacharias and Elisabeth as two important people in the first Christmas story. Last week we studied the message of the angel Gabriel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

John 1:6-13

Contributed by Bryan Richardson on Dec 2, 2000

John 1:6-13

THROUGH THE NEW TESTAMENT JOHN 1B 10-7-99 INTRO: Matthew presented Jesus Christ as the King of the Jews, their promised Messiah. And you will find in Matthews gospel no less that 60 O/T prophecies that find their fulfillment in Jesus. Mark presents Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satisfied With Christ?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 3, 2002

What counts in your life?

Thornage 06-10-02 Philippians 3:4-14 Story: A Quaker once posted a sign on one of the choicest fields of his farm. It stated, "This land will be given to the first truly satisfied person who passes this way" . He no sooner arrived back at his house than a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Anglican

Rejoice In The Lord / Put No Confidence In The Flesh Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 14, 2001

REJOICING IN CHRIST MEANS TURNING OUR BACK ON EVERYTHING THAT WOULD EXALT OUR FLESH

BIG IDEA: REJOICING IN CHRIST MEANS TURNING OUR BACK ON EVERYTHING THAT WOULD EXALT OUR FLESH I. (:1) REMEMBER THE COMMAND A. Point of Emphasis -- "Finally, my brethren" Carson: "What Paul is doing is picking up the theme of rejoicing he introduced in 2:17-18." Gromacki: "… designates an abrupt ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The God Of 'should Haves' And 'if Only's'

Contributed by Steven Shubert on Apr 3, 2005

Each of us has some "should haves" and "if only’s" in our past, but we must learn that Jesus Christ is not only the God of our todays and tomorrows, He is also the God of our yesterdays. All of our "should haves" and "if only’s" are in His Hands.

The God Of ‘Should Have’s’ And ‘If Only’s’ Phil 3:13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, Luke 9:62 And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-8, Hebrews 13:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good Ol' Jesus

Contributed by Bradley Hall on Apr 22, 2007

Charlie Brown, the Apostle Paul, and Jesus want us to ask, "How does the other team feel?"

You may recall that on Easter Sunday I made reference to Charles Schulz’s comic strip PEANUTS. The fact that I have to identify it as “Charles Schulz’s comic strip PEANUTS” just shows you how much things have changed. In the circles where I grew up, you could quote “PEANUTS” with no more ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Do I Have High Class Status But Low Class Values?"

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Sep 20, 2014

The text takes a sociological view of the parable of the good Samaritan to better understand Christ's definition of a neighbor.

25Just then a lawyer stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he said, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 26He said to him, “What is written in the law? What do you read there?” 27He answered, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

"Can You Let It Go?" - A Message To Ministers From A Lay Person

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Oct 2, 2014

This message is intended to encourage ministers who are afraid of losing what is good or who are burdened by what is bad.

I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the sharing of his sufferings by becoming like him in his death, 11if somehow I may attain the resurrection from the dead. 12Not that I have already obtained this or have already reached the goal; but I press on to make it my own, because ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Mirror Effect: No Joy?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 19, 2024

Where there is little joy there will be great strife. Joy is a daily choice. You must learn the value of daily choices.

THE MIRROR EFFECT? WHERE THERE IS NO JOY STRIFE THRIVES! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com There are two approaches to life. 1. DO I HAVE TO… 2. I GET TO, I WANT TO, I GET TO… Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long suffering, gentleness, goodness, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:11, Isaiah 40:30, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God