Sermons on Phillip Brooks:

Problems. Problems.

Contributed by Justin Yarnell on Dec 9, 2005

Learn how to successfully use life’s problems to your advantage.

Problems. Problems. Psalms 23:4 - Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Keep that verse in your thinking as we get into the Word this morning. Problem: - a perplexing situation or question; a question presented for cosideration, solution or discussion. There are all kinds of problems in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:6-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Somebody Call 911

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Oct 28, 2007

An outline from the text. The point coming from the chapter and the first verse to give us the point of "911". All the rescuse that I need is found in this chapter.

Somebody Call 911 Psalms 91:1-16 Key verses 1-4 Introduction is from the web site (911 Center ) An important consideration when accessing Public Safety Services is understanding when to use 9-1-1. If you are unsure as to the immediacy of the need, dial 9-1-1 and let the responder decide. Example: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Father's Legacy

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 5, 2011

Describing a biblical formula for leaving a legacy to our families.

A Father’s Legacy Psalm 16 INTRODUCTION: God is revealed to us through many names or Titles, each revealing a different aspect of his nature. In Creation he is Elohim, (God) the faithful, powerful God. In the Garden of Eden he is Jehovah Elohim, (LORD God) who is eternally ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Dovetailing Some Dove Facts !!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jan 26, 2012

To make us introspect as to whether "Dove traits" are seen in us....

Dovetailing some Dove facts !!! One needn’t be a bird scientist to discern the fact that God’s Holy Word attaches a lot of importance to a Dove. Almost fifty times, there is a mention of Dove in the Scriptures…more than that of any other avian creature. As early as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:16

Denomination: *other

Cracks

Contributed by Matt Williams on Feb 8, 2012

In 1 Kings, we see the story of a decline of a nation. They go from being a wealthy favored nation to losing it all and becoming slaves. There is much we can learn from this historic book of the Bible.

Introduction: 1 Kings is written about events that happened about 1000 BC. Life was very different then which makes some of what we read in 1 Kings hard to understand and relate to. Even so, there is much that we can learn from this historical book of the Bible. In it we see the story of decline of ...read more

Denomination: *other

Joseph And Joseph Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 20, 2010

Both Josephs trusted God in tight spots and uncomfortable situations. Both Josephs were pillars others could lean upon because they were faithful and spiritually responsible.

Joseph and Joseph (Matthew 1:18-25) 1. I have noticed that when I bring up the name of Martin Luther, most people think I am bringing up the name of Martin Luther King. 2. Why is that? Most people not into church history or history in general. Since we have a holiday designated for Martin Luther ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

As The Summer Turns To Snow Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 15, 2011

As the summer turns to snow, we thank God for the richness of our past years as well as the many blessings He will have in store for our future years.

As we inch our way into the upcoming months, I am reminded of two favorite songs I really liked while growing up, entitled “See You In September” and “The Summer Song.” Both were love songs, and both were recorded in the early sixties when I was just this side of a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:12-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Taking Advantage Of Misunderstanding

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 4, 2014

Often man misunderstands the nature of God.

Thank you Rev. Scott Phillips Taking advantage of a Misunderstanding 1 Kings 20:1-30 KJV The Enemies problem is he misunderstands the Nature of God. Here in this setting they judged God to be a certain sort of God. The heathens had gods of fertility, gods of harvest, gods of mountains, gods of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:1-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Live Life!

Contributed by Elizabeth Smith on Jun 10, 2014

7 E's on how to live life

INTRODUCTION “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.” – John 3:16-17 Jesus Christ did ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Bread Of Life"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 27, 2015

Feeding the 5000 reminds us of how God provides in difficult situations.

John 6:1-15 “Bread of life” The story reminds us of how God provides • The feeding took place near the time of Passover. This meal commemorated the freedom from slavery which took place in Egypt. God provided away of escape from bondage • The feeding also ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

We Must Live Godly Lives Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 21, 2021

Based 1 Timothy 4:7 - Challenges hearers to understand the components of living a godly life

“WE MUST LIVE GODLY LIVES” 1 Timothy 4:6-10 FBCF – 6/20/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Shift from corporate emphasis to individual emphasis this morning in “How to Do Church.” EXPLANATION – 1 Timothy 4:6-10 Continuing “How to Do Church” series. Quote from Judah Smith: “The Church isn’t a building. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Thundering Pulpits

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 3, 2022

Preachers have an essential place in saving the souls of their citizens and the souls of their nations.

Did you know that the Pastors and Preachers of our founding era were different than the average clergyman today? Instead of society relegating them to irrelevance as mere religious storytellers, most early Pastors and Preachers in America were influential in their churches and communities. Those ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seek Things From Above Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 24, 2023

“Seek” implies striving, and “Set your mind” implies concentration. “Mind” includes understanding, attitude, and will. It means to employ one’s faculty for thoughtful planning, emphasizing the underlying disposition.

Text: Colossians 3:2 Theme: Seek things from above KJV: Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. CSB: Set your mind on things above, not on earthly things. Lightfoot: All your thoughts must abide in heaven, not on the earth. Phillips: Give your heart to the heavenly ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:2

Denomination: Methodist

Why God Uses Imperfections - Introduction Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023

We learn victory is possible when God gives weak people strength to succeed.

A. IMPERFECT PEOPLE? 1. Positive: we learn victory is possible when God gives weak people strength to succeed. 2. Negative: we learn what not to do. TEN IMPERFECT PEOPLE ? Jacob: A liar and trickster changed by a dream ? Noah: After walking with God got drunk ? Peter: A granite rock who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, 2 Corinthians 4:4, 1 Corinthians 1:10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Transformed Through The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 11, 2016

Understanding the disciplines in everyday Christian life.

Series: Discipline – Week 2 Scripture: Romans 12:2 Title: How to be transformed through the Word of God Focus: Establishment of Spiritual Disciplines Introduction: Discipline is the total transformation of self. Spiritual discipline is a quest to change what you once were (old self) into ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational