Sermons on Polls:

The Necessity Of The Virgin Birth

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 26, 2004

The importance of Christ’s virgin birth.

THE NECESSITY OF THE VIRGIN BIRTH Isaiah 7:14 “Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.” I. The Controversy Concerning the Virgin Birth. A. Beginning in the early nineteen hundreds liberal theologians began ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: The Word Made Flesh Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 13, 2004

Jesus, the Word, became like one of us to redeem us from our sin.

Jesus: The Word Becomes Flesh Text: John 1:14 Introduction A. Read John 1:14 B. A few weeks ago Newsweek magazine conducted a poll asking questions about Christ and his birth. Here are some of the results: 1. 67% - believe that the entire story of Christmas is historically accurate. 2. 24% - ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus: The Lamb Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 18, 2004

Jesus is the Lamb of God who died in our place.

Jesus: The Word Becomes Flesh Text: John 1:14 Introduction A. Read John 1:14 B. A few weeks ago Newsweek magazine conducted a poll asking questions about Christ and his birth. Here are some of the results: 1. 67% - believe that the entire story of Christmas is historically accurate. 2. 24% - ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Methodist

Baptism Of Jesus

Contributed by Jay Bunting on Jan 5, 2011

The deeper meaning of the baptism of Jesus

1 epiphany 11 “Baptism of Jesus” Matthew 3:13-17 Sometimes we aren’t sure if “now” is the right time for things. At the Jordan River, about 30 years after Jesus was born, now was the time. If you could go back and stand on the shoreline of that river in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18, Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus: The Rock Of Ages Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Aug 10, 2009

This message looks at the implications of Peter’s confession in Matthew 16.

There are times when asking certain questions seem to heighten the drama of the moment. “Do you take this woman to be your lawfully wedded wife?” “Do you swear to tell the truth…?” “Where were you on the night of…?” Questions such as these have the ability to cut through all the surface stuff and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Introduction To The Ten Commandments: Law And Grace Series

Contributed by Tom Cocklereece on Sep 4, 2010

An introduction or overview of the Ten Commandments that explains the relationship of the Law to Grace.

God’s Ten Commandments Exodus 20:1-17; Deuteronomy 5:1-22 • I weigh from under 3 ounces to over 5,000 pounds? • I used to be posted on a prominent wall in many schools until the practice was declared an unconstitutional violation of the Establishment Clause of the U.S. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Iswrong With Hallloween?

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Nov 23, 2010

Halloween is not a Christian holiday

What’s Wrong with Halloween?" Eph 5:11-17 - Deut 18:9-12 Many Christians will allow and even encourage their children to pay respect to the devil on October 31 WITHOUT REALLY KNOWING IT! As far as retail sales go, Halloween is second only to Christmas. This year a conservative estimate is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Be At Rest With God's Best, Even When Everything Is A Mess!

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 25, 2010

God knows what He is doing, just trust Him.

Intro: 1. Donald Barnhouse tells about a friend who raised strawberry plants. One time he sent Donald a shipment of a thousand plants. Barnhouse, who owned some land, entrusted them to a farmer to care for these plants for him. About the beginning of June, Barnhouse was delighted to find his patch ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Chapter Of Firsts Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 15, 2008

Serving the Lord means walking into the unknown. We may have many unique experiences.

Chapter of Firsts (Acts 5:17-41) 1. Kokomo is called the City of Firsts…. If you ’ve ever been to the Sieberling Mansion, AKA, The Howard County Museum just two blocks from here, you’ve probably seen the list of Kokomo’s firsts. 2. "City of Firsts" inventions 1894 - Elwood Haynes makes the first ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Impact Of Four Nails Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Apr 6, 2009

Four nails forever changed how God ministers to a lost and dying world. As Jesus’ earthly ministry closed, each nail driven into the cross beckons us to take up where He left off.

Sermon Notes “The Impact of Four Nails” Matthew 27:27-50 Introduction: Matthew 27 tells of the culmination of God’s love and mercy. On that day, no one ever loved so much, sacrificed more, or accomplished such a great task. What happened on a hill outside the city of Jerusalem forever changed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fickleness Of Public Opinion Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 6, 2009

This message examines the implications of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem.

In the political arena, the public opinion polls seem to have the ability to shape policy. Politicians are constantly watching their job approval ratings to determine whether or not policy changes are in the best interest of their political future. As our text begins, Jesus’ popularity is at an all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Those Who Know God, Must Obey God Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 22, 2015

“Whoever says, “I know him,” but does not do what he commands is a liar … AND the truth is not in that person.” John's words cause a POWERFUL examination in our lives that if we are truly followers of Christ, we MUST obey what He commands.

Those who know God, must obey God 1 John Bible Study, Part 3 1 John 2:1-6 Introduction - Last week, John gave us tremendous insight into living fully for Christ -- In his words we saw three specific applications for us to live by • If we live in the dark, God does not live within us ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus? Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Oct 7, 2009

Introductory sermon on the uniqueness of Jesus using passages from John 1 and John 20

That 23-second blurb opens a quirky half-hour sitcom called "Big-Bang Theory". In it four geeks work in a university and live a pretty much clueless life. In the last episode Sheldon, who does not believe in God runs away and goes home to Texas and his bible thumper mom. When she finally annoys ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Mayan Mystery”

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Aug 22, 2011

Is 12.21.12 the year that the comic clock ticks for the last time? Newsweek wrote, “The belief that the year 2012 will mark a global transformation is widespread.”

Powerpoint Slides Available Over the last few decades Americans has been hit hard with a big idea that is summed up in one word – “Change”! From politics to health care, from social security to education, from the economy to morality, “change” is the operative word! ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Matter Of Timing Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 16, 2012

Moses shows us that sometimes following God is a matter of timing more than ability or training.

A preacher was invited to an area church to preach. When he began his sermon, there was enthusiasm. The more the congregation responded loud to his sermon, the longer he went on. Finally, he noticed that the host preacher had started responding to his sermon by saying "Amen, Pharaoh." After a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:17-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ