Sermons on Personal Revival:

God's Word Is Good News

Contributed by Clive Broadbent on Sep 21, 2017

* God's word cleans completely, lasts forever, and helps us grow * Act accordingly - love each other sincerely, stand firm, and grow

It took Balfour Beatty 11 years to finish cleaning and painting the Forth Rail Bridge – sandblasting and using the latest epoxy-resin paint – 240,000 litres! Now it looks better than new, and the bridge’s cleaning and painting reputation (being a never-ending task), has gone forever. Or has it? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Jesus Is . . . ! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 25, 2017

A look at who Jesus is through the book of Hebrews

Jesus Is...! Hebrews 12:1-5 September 24, 2017 Have you ever exercised wearing weights? It sounds kind of strange, but people do this. In fact, we have a weighted vest we bought to use to workout. The vest weighs 20 pounds. On the one hand, it may not sound that bad, but do 20 push ups wearing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Loose Him And Let Him Go!

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 26, 2017

This scene of Lazarus waddling out of the tomb in graves clothes is a picture of every new-born child of God, who, though alive from the dead, still needs assistance in throwing off the vestiges of the old life. They need our help!

LOOSE HIM AND LET HIM GO! John 11:1-44 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I love little children – they see everything with ‘new’ eyes. We, as children of God, should have new eyes, fresh vision. 2. Sarah is a church member who likes to visit the elderly in a Senior Care Home. One day Sarah decided to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Tabernacle Part 8 The Altar Of Incence Series

Contributed by Dr. Steve Newton on Oct 3, 2017

Unlike the Brazen Altar used for sacrifice this Altar represents the prayers of the sainst of God. Rev 5:8;Psalm141:2

THE ALTAR OF INCENSE EXODUS 30:1-10 • THE Altar of Incense was four square. • It was two cubits high and a cubit long and broad (3' High Apr.) • It was made of incorruptible wood and overlaid with gold. • There were four horns upon the four corners. • It had a crown of gold. • It had a ring of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:34-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Takes Faith (Part Twelve) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 10, 2017

We've come to the end of our journey through the heroes of faith in Hebrews 11. As we finish out the chapter we will see in the beginning of Chapter 12 what the writer wants us to do as a result.

IT TAKES FAITH (part twelve) Hebrews 11:32-12:3 INTRODUCTION: We've come to the end of our journey through the heroes of faith in Hebrews 11. Hopefully in these last 3 months you've gained some insight and inspiration from looking at the examples of what these men and women accomplished by faith. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Is...! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 13, 2017

A look through the book of Hebrews to learn more about who Jesus Is in our lives.

Jesus Is...! Hebrews 12:4-11 October 1, 2017 I really love what former Dallas Cowboys coach Tom Landry once said about his football players, he said, “The job of a coach is to make players do what they don't want to do, in order to achieve what they've always wanted to be." That’s so great and so ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Past, Present And Future

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 16, 2011

Like in Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol, to truly understand Christmas we need to see it from the past, present and future.

CHRISTMAS PAST PRESENT AND FUTURE Christmas is finally here! One of my favorite movies to watch at Christmas time is A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens in 1843. In the story, Mr. Scrooge is visited by 3 spirits – Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Future. I think that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Do You Really Want God To Come" Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 16, 2011

We say we want Jesus to come - but when we see the whole picture, do we really?

“Questions of Christmas: Do you Really Want God to Come?” Mark 1:1-8; 2 Pt. 3:8-15 Many liturgical prayers end with the phrase “Even so, come, Lord Jesus.” One of our communion prayers ends the same way. Even the book of Revelation (22:20) ends with “He who testifies ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Celebrating Christmas When Tragedy Strikes Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 18, 2011

How do we celebrate Christmas when we face tragedies in life?

Celebrating Christmas when Tragedy Strikes! The birth of Christ did not eliminate Evil The birth of Christ provides hope for eternity The birth of Christ provides Comfort through his presence Intro Slide Christmas is one week out. For some, the excitement of gift giving, of gathering with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Joyous Prediction Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 19, 2011

Continuing our Christmas series on joy we begin in Genesis Chapter 3 and follow the revelation of God, through the book of Isaiah, of the Messiah He will bring to restore His creation to Himself.

Joy Series, Part 3 Genesis 3:15 – Isaiah 53:12 Introduction “A Joyous Prediction” Want to share with you a photo I found this week, “King Size Bed” - Recap of last 2 week’s messages: - 1. What steals joy the fastest? The afflictions others bring upon us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessings Or Curses?

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 22, 2011

As we enter a new year we are in a place of decision - like standing in Shechem, between Mount Gerizim and Ebal. In the coming year will you choose blessings or curses?

BLESSINGS OR CURSES? There is a story about a mountain climber who wanted to climb the highest mountain. He began his adventure after many years of preparation. Since he wanted the glory just for himself, he decided to climb the mountain alone. The night felt heavy in the heights of the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:26-29

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Running On Empty

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2011

IN A WORLD WHERE WE CAN SO EASILY END UP RUNNING ON EMPTY, THE FORGIVER OFFERS US AN ALTERNATE EXPERIENCE.

Running on Empty July 4th, 2010 Introduction: As a teen in the70's one of the classic songs was Jackson Brown's Running on Empty. Listen to it with me. Looking out at the road rushing under my wheels Looking back at the years gone by like so many summer fields In sixty-five I was seventeen and ...read more

Scripture: John 6:6-42

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Christ's Lights All Year Long Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 2, 2012

Jesus said we should be "the light of the World." But just how and why should we shine that light?

I asked the congregation: “How many of you have already taken down your Christmas lights?” (This was 7 days after Christmas Day, and about a 1/3 raised their hands) “Well, how many of you will take down your decorations NEXT week? (a few more raised their hands). How many of you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Principles For Harvesters

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

A look at the tares among the wheat.

Matthew 13:24-30 KJV Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man which sowed good seed in his field: [25] But while men slept, his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat, and went his way. [26] But when the blade was sprung up, and brought ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ministry Of Refreshment

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

Onesiphorus did a great service to the church by serving Paul.

2 Timothy 1:16-18 KJV The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain: [17] But, when he was in Rome, he sought me out very diligently, and found me. [18] The Lord grant unto him that he may find mercy of the Lord in that day: and in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal