Sermons on Picture Plant:

Easter 2007

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 1, 2007

The Resurrection gives us hope for life after death, and for new life right now.

Easter 2007 [Glen Presley poem] Matthew 28:1-10 On Friday Benjamin drew this picture of the cross with the devil saying “I can’t believe I won!” God says, “no you didn’t.” and the devil says “aw man!” What looks like a defeat for Jesus is not a defeat. By going to the cross, paying ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: *other

The Leaven

Contributed by Paul George on Jan 29, 2004

Jesus spoke another parable to them, He said, “The kingdom of heaven is like leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three pecks of flour until it was all leavened.”

Jesus spoke another parable to them, He said, “The kingdom of heaven is like leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three pecks of flour until it was all leavened.” We need to thank God in these days of deception we are not left to any human opinions or authority, nor are the meaning of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:33

Denomination: Holiness

Reaching Out Together Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 14, 2006

Learn what it means to be a partner, not a party pooper!

Good morning, and thank you for worshipping God with me. For those new here, we’re involved in a really awesome emphasis right now – how we are better together! And let me tell you that some really cool things are happening! • Surprise attacks on many people this past week (like John and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Trinity

Contributed by Philip Gill on Jun 22, 2007

Artists can reinvigorate our understanding of the trinity using the examples of Rublev’s icon and David Hetland’s stained glass.

A Sermon for Trinity Sunday 2007 One of the things I was most looking forward to in moving to Surrey Hills was that coming to a Church named Holy Trinity. Trinity Sunday would then be our patronal festival. This means we always celebrate our patronal festival on a Sunday and don’t have to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

7 Easter B

Contributed by Roger Haugen on May 29, 2003

Have you ever had anyone tell you they are praying for you? Jesus is praying for you asking protection and sanctification.

7 Easter B John 17:6-19 1 June 2003 Rev. Roger N. Haugen Have you ever had someone tell you they are praying for you? Likely we all have had people pray for us, but it is different when someone tells you they are praying for you. It might happen when you are going through a difficult time with ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Taming The Tongue

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 14, 2011

One of the hardest things to do, but what is needed for a believer to grow and be a disciple of Christ

Taming the tongue James chapter 3:1-12 Introduction- Sermon this morning is titled “taming the tongue” That is a oxymoron. Oxymoron is words together that are contradictory to each other. Example: Clearly misunderstood, Awful good, Found missing, Small crowd. Tame tongue would be ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

A Life Of Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 25, 2012

That is the basis of thankfulness - to remember that we got here with the help of God, & that He is the provider of every blessing we have.

Intro: Alex Haley, the author of "Roots," had an unusual picture hanging on his office wall. It was a picture of a turtle on top of a fence post. When asked, "Why is that there?" Alex Haley answered, "Every time I write something significant, every time I read my words & think that they are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Wraps Up His Letter Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 20, 2013

Paul wraps up his letter to the church at Colossae by offering an example of how the Christian life should look, if lived out in the right manner!

Colossians 4:1-6 [NLT] February 13, 2013 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Colossians Bible Study Paul’s wraps up letter with Christian Bonding and Prayerful exhortation: Tychicus listed here in v1 was a faithful companion in the ministry with Paul. We find him listed in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

Why Terrorists Hate America

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 9, 2009

For hundreds of years America has been the recipients of God’s blessing and favor

Why Islamic Terrorists Hate America Part 1 of 2 Introduction: A The U.S. has 3 main documents that forms the basis of her democracy: Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, Constitution. 1 According to former President Harry Truman they are all based on the Holy Bible. a The Torah, Isaiah, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Unity

Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 28, 2008

This sermon was given at a Presbyterian Church when they invited the Church of Christ to visit and share about our community wide 90 Day Bible reading adventure.

Thank-you so much for welcoming us here as guests and for your generous hospitality. Having been in this community for 10 years, I have crossed paths with many of you, followed a bit of your churches narrative, and have been deeply moved by the courage God has bestowed on you to stand for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prince Of Peace

Contributed by Joanna Rose on Dec 20, 2008

The Prince of Peace meets with us while we are knee deep in sin and and offers to us not peace without conflict but perfect peace in Him who has paid it all.

Dorothy Thompson said this: They have not wanted Peace at all; they have wanted to be spared war -- as though the absence of war was the same as peace. Yet we are presented with the Prince of Peace. Surely this is the Christ: that knows no war, has known no hatred, has not hurt, or experienced ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Holiness

Sharing Shalom (Peace) Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 11, 2011

Who is the "son of peace" that the disciples were to bless?

In the late 1700’s, the manager of Baltimore’s largest hotel refused lodging to a man dressed like a farmer because he thought this fellow’s appearance would discredit his inn. So the man left. Later that evening, the innkeeper discovered that he had turned away none other than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“the Dynamic Impact Of A Good Deacon”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 19, 2014

In Acts 6, we see what kind of positive impact the effective ministry of the deacon can have on a local church.

The early church was experiencing phenomenal growth, marvelous miracles, pulsating power, and unlimited blessings. Then, right in the middle of this success story, dissension arose. The Greek speaking widows were being neglected in favor of the Hebrew speaking widows. The Apostles said that they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Earthy, Gritty, Touchy, Bodily Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jun 26, 2015

Is prayer minsitry / healing / the laying on of hands only for "Big Successful Evangelical Mega Churches" - or is it for small sacramental churches like the ones we come from? This talk was the introductory talk at an On Fire Prayer Ministry Training Day

I don’t know if any of you have ever seen the Steve Martin Film “leap of Faith” from the early 90s. It perhaps perpetuates the stereotypes that many non-christians would have about the Christian healing ministry. Steve Martin portrays a travelling pentecostal faith healer called ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Anglican

What Child Is This?

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Dec 16, 2019

Jesus is not just one of many great men in history. His coming is unique, wonderful.

On Wednesday I went down to join the Mother’s Day Out kids for a few minutes and tell them a Bible story. When I was done, Julie Dion wanted to take my picture with the kids, so they crowded around. I told them that my kids were mostly grown up now so I don’t get to have little kids on my lap ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Isaiah 9:6-7