Sermons on Physical Burdens:

Good Friday: Who Should We Blame For Jesus' Death?

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2006

Who is to blame for Jesus’ death? You are.

Who Is Responsible For The Death Of Jesus? Sit down and watch the evening news, pen up the morning paper or listen to the radio while driving to work and there is the topic: Who is responsible for the death of Jesus? I never thought that would be news. Have you noticed: No one wants to take ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross And The Empty Tomb

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Jun 30, 2006

The cross and the empty tomb. What do they mean? Why are they so significant to us today?

The Cross and the Empty Tomb by Greg Johnson http://www.lovinggodfellowship.org The cross and the empty tomb. What do they mean? Why are they so significant to us today? The Cross In the 1800’s Ralph E. Hudson wrote the chorus to the sacred hymn "At the Cross." He wrote "At the cross, at the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Me-Firstology

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Dec 23, 2009

When we truly put the kingdom of God and others before ourselves, then the Lord will see to it that we have the things that we need.

Me-firstology: The “Me First” Mentality 04/30/06 AM Reading: Luke 9:57-62 Introduction [Note: This lesson is adapted from an article entitled “The Me First Syndrome” by Wayne Jackson Christian Courier: Penpoints 11/14/05.] As Jesus went about His earthly ministry, people either wanted to follow ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loving Your Neighbor Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jul 7, 2009

Here is a simple 3 step approach to loving our neighbors

Title: Love your neighbor Text: Luke 10:25-37 (The parable of the Good Samaritan) Introduction (v25-29) “On one occasion an expert in the Law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” What is written in the Law?” he replied. “How do you read it?” He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Getting People To Jesus

Contributed by Bryan Strickland on Oct 11, 2009

This is a sermon that challenges people to work in unity toward a common goal of getting people to know Jesus.

GETTING PEOPLE TO JESUS! Mark 2:1-12 In Mark chapter two, we find four individuals united in one common goal—getting their friend to Jesus. The characteristics of their efforts on behalf of their friend are the same characteristics that must be true of Christians today, if they are to get men and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

On To Maturity

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 29, 2004

Some believers seem stuck in spiritual infancy; the author of Hebrews urges them to advance to the "meat" of Christian faith & doctrine and start discipling others.

“On To Maturity” Hebrews 5:12-6:12 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts For a young couple, there’s nothing more wonderful than the birth of a baby. But as much as the parents and grandparents love to hold that bundle of joy, it’s their desire that this ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:28

Denomination: Congregational

You Can Learn A Lot From A Goose

Contributed by Virgil Watson on Dec 2, 2006

If you have heard the familiar phrase; "That one’s like a goose...he wakes up in a new world everyday"...and realize that the reference is made to one that seems to be "out of step", so to speak, with the majority of society...it might interest you to fin

YOU CAN LEARN A LOT FROM A GOOSE I. EPHESIANS 4:1/ "I therefore, a prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called". PRAYER Verses 2 and 3 go on to state: 2)"With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cracking The Character Code

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jan 1, 2007

This is an expository sermon that teaches how to develop Christian character by abiding in Christ from The Exchanged Life perspective.

It’s my hope to help you be prepared to crack the character code in the message this morning. Paul in writing to the Christians at Colossae revealed the key to cracking the character code in chapter 3:12-14. It is summarized for us in the very first phrase of v.12 when he says . . . The NASB ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

In Dependence Day Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005

We may all start well, but do we all end well? What are we depending upon for our spiritual growth?

AS MORTAL AND FALLIBLE HUMANS, WE PUT OUR TRUST IN A LOT OF THINGS. WE TRUST THE DOCTOR TO DIAGNOSE OUR HEALTH PROPERLY. WE TRUST THAT THE PILOT IS THOROUGHLY EQUIPPED TO FLY AND LAND THE AIRPLANE. WE TRUST OUR TEACHERS TO EDUCATE OUR CHILDREN PROPERLY. WE TRUST THAT THE POSTAL SERVICE WILL SEND ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

Journeying With Jesus Through Lent #7: ‘by The Way Of Humble Service' Series

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Apr 7, 2009

A REFLECTION FOR MAUNDY THURSDAY: We contemplate Jesus’ act of humble service, and his desire that all his disciples do likewise as we live out our lives of faith as an example of loving service to others.

John 13:1-15 & 20 Sermon Series: Lent 2009 A REFLECTION FOR MAUNDY THURSDAY: We contemplate Jesus’ act of humble service, and his desire that all his disciples do likewise as we live out our lives of faith as an example of loving service to others. Journeying with Jesus through Lent #7 ‘By the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Complainer's Cure

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 19, 2008

Trials and Tribulations should build our character not our list of complaints!

I AM SURE WE HAVE HEARD MANY PHRASES IN REGARDS TO PESSIMISM SUCH AS “SEEING THE GLASS HALF-EMPTY INSTEAD OF HALF-FULL,” OR “YOU CAN’T SEE THE FOREST FOR ALL THE TREES.” WHATEVER THE SAYING, UNGRATEFULNESS AND PESSIMISM DO NOTHING TO HELP OUR DISPOSTION OR RAISE OUR SPIRITS. ESPECIALLY IN THIS ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Free Methodist

Christ The King

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 21, 2006

What are the implications of the Kingship of Christ to you today?

The Gospel reading: John 18:33-40 33 Pilate then went back inside the palace, summoned Jesus and asked him, "Are you the king of the Jews?" 34 "Is that your own idea," Jesus asked, "or did others talk to you about me?" 35 "Am I a Jew?" ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Freedom Of The Christ Child

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 12, 2016

The coming of the Christ child and the freedom we have in Christ

Freedom of the Christ child Introduction- Last week we looked at preparing for Christmas. That this Christmas would not be like all the others. (busy and empty) After all the gifts are opened that we would not still have that void down deep in our hearts because there are some things that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Nazarene

Of Wealth, Williams And The Waters...

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Aug 14, 2014

Focusing on the relationship with Christ which alone can guarantee fulfilling joy in this depressing World !!!

Of Wealth, Williams and Waters… The World woke up to the shocking News on August 13th 2014. The King of Comedy-Robin Williams- who lit-up so many smiles in many a countenance of his “global audience” had apparently committed ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: *other

Building The City Of God In The City Of Man Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 18, 2011

Nehemiah is often used to encouarge congregations to build a building. What Nehemiah did was encourage the remnant to rebuild the people and the walls of the city.

Intro: Nehemiah has always been used by pastors/teachers to encourage church congregations to build new facilities and buildings. I believe that a major portion of what is going on in Nehemiah is missed if we focus on building physically and miss out on building spiritually. Jesus said in ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist