Sermons on Plot:

God Hates Discord

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

Let me ask you a question: “Have you ever found a Christian group that doesn’t have any problems?” If so, don’t join it—you’ll ruin everything. Every person has their own weaknesses and faults; and since a church is made up of imperfect people, every ch

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army Let me ask you a question: “Have you ever found a Christian group that doesn’t have any problems?” If so, don’t join it—you’ll ruin everything. Every person has their own weaknesses and faults; and since a church is made up of imperfect people, every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17, 1 Corinthians 1:10-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

God Helps Those That Help Themselves

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 9, 2011

God helps those that help themselves. We have to help ourselves; first we must repent of our sins; second we have to cleanse our hearts and begin following Jesus. I am sure that all of us here would like to receive the blessings that God has for us, but

I was speaking to someone the other day at work, and he said something to me that left me thinking. He said, “it is just as the bible says, God helps those that help themselves”. Has anyone here ever heard that expression? I can say that I have heard it on numerous occasions, but ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Rivalry (Psalm 2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012

In this expository, alliterated sermon, Psalm 2 publicizes a great rivalry between God and his enemies which includes a Serious Rebellion, a Sovereign Reaction, and a Safe Refuge. Custom PowerPoint is available if you e-mail me.

The Rivalry Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/26/12 I’ll never forget watching the 1991 NBA Finals. It was billed as one of the greatest matchups in NBA history. It was dubbed “Manifest Destiny: Magic vs. Michael” by the Chicago Tribune and called “The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

The Shame Of The Cross

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Mar 19, 2012

While we normally focus on the pain Jesus suufered, this is an attempt to focus on the horrible shame associated with His crucifixion.

The Shame of the Cross Text: Deuteronomy 21:22-23 I. Welcome II. Introduction Our theme this year is “Beyond Ourselves in 2012!” The thrust of this theme is on carrying the gospel to our community as the Lord commanded us in the great commission recorded in Matthew 28:19-20. Just as our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wise Men Not Wise Guys

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Nov 19, 2010

The wise men were wise because they followed the star to Jesus...and so can we.

When Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, wise men came from the East to Jerusalem seeking him and inquiring, "Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we have seen his star in the East, and have come to worship him?" Who were these wise men ... where ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

Handling Criticism Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 24, 2010

The critic will search for someone to listen to his criticism. Then that person adds their criticism. They egg each other on, & soon there will be a whole circle of critics - because critics love other critics.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (This is the fourth of a Leadership series featuring Nehemiah. Some ideas & illustrations in these messages were based on or benefited greatly from, to varying ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Father’s House Is Not Divided

Contributed by Charles Jones on Nov 27, 2010

If the Godhead is not Divided can the Kingdom be? No!!!!!!!!!!! Enjoy

Matthew 12:22-30 Text: Verse 25 Meeting opposition,being scorned,being diabolically attacked, blasphemed and accused of things was not anything strange to Jesus. After all since He had begun His ministry the religious order of that day were always in one way or another continuously being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Vision Of Peace For A World At War

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 29, 2010

A vision of Kingdom peace is the hope for which we wait in the future and work for in the present.

Title: A Vision of Peace for a World at War / A Hope for Peace for a World at War Text: Isaiah 2:1-5 Thesis: A vision of a kingdom peace is the hope for which we wait in the future and work for in the present. Introduction I am reading a new book by Bobby Gross titled: Living the Christian ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Repentance And Belief

Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Nov 28, 2011

Repentance and Belief

Repentance and Belief Introduction: You don’t have to look very far to see that we are in a mess. Just look at the headlines for November 22, 2011: “Cardinal Bernard Law, who resigned in disgrace as Boston's archbishop in 2002 after the priest sex abuse scandal exploded in the United ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Missionaries – The 12 Apostles

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 19, 2011

Jesus and the 12 disicples. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Sermon Outine: A strategy (vs 13-14) A calling (vs 14-15) A listing (vs 16-19) Sermon Content: Ill: • British sculptor Sir Jacob Epstein was once visited in his studio; • By the eminent author and fellow Briton, George Bernard Shaw. • The visitor noticed a huge block of stone standing in one ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Brethren

The Almighty Snap Shot

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 2, 2011

Share how we can live our lives best as possible for Jesus Christ and stop being so concerned about our appearances

We always say that it is the inside that counts and not what is on the outside. But do we really believe this? 1 Samuel 16:7 But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Other

A Fruit-Full Marriage: Faithfulness (Faithful Love) Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 28, 2011

Marriage is more about being the right mate than it is finding the right mate; the Fruit of the Spirit make you the right mate.

A FRUIT-FULL MARRIAGE: FAITHFUL LOVE* GALATIANS 5:13-26 Sermon Objective: Loving God and loving humankind is the pinnacle of faith and existence; all Spiritual virtues flow from these. GALATIANS 5:13-26 13 You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Nazarene

Palm Sunday – The Betrayal Of Christ

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Apr 18, 2009

The closest companions betray Christ because of the reality of life.

Palm Sunday – The Betrayal of Christ Over the last few weeks we have been examining snapshots of Jesus’ ministry. In particular moments that took place in Jerusalem and around the temple. Today is Palm Sunday. A day that we remember the parade that occurred when Jesus and his followers ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Temptations Church Members Face Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006

Temptations common to church members

SERIES: “FATAL TEMPTATIONS” TEXT: SELECTED TITLE: “TEMPTATIONS CHURCH MEMBERS FACE” INTRODUCTION: A. Native hunters in the jungles of Africa have a clever way of trapping monkeys. They slice a coconut in two, hollow it out, and in one half of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Born Like Him (The Savior) Series

Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 29, 2006

Jesus was born perfect, innocent, pure. Despite your past, you too can be born like Him: Reborn perfect, innocent & pure!

This Sunday the sanctuary was set up with tables. Punch and cake are served in honor of Christ’s birthday. Just as we have celebrated the births of our latest additions: Ashley and Austin, so the angels and heavenly hosts celebrated the birth of the Lord Jesus. There was much celebration and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God