Sermons on Prayer For Children:

"Bulge In A High Wall"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Mar 13, 2006

The church in 21st century America, at least, if not around the world today, is standing under a bulge in a high wall.

9 For this is a rebellious people, false sons, sons who refuse to listen to the instruction of the LORD; 10 who say to the seers, “You must not see visions”; And to the prophets, “You must not prophesy to us what is right, speak to us pleasant words, prophesy illusions. 11 “Get out of the way, turn ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:9-13

Denomination: Orthodox

Free At Last

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Mar 13, 2006

Christians can be FREE from the "law of sin and death!"

Free at Last Romans 8:1-14 I. “In Christ Jesus”, 1-4 A. There Is No Condemnation, 1 B. There Need Be No Control by Sin, 2 C. There Should be No Continuance in Sin, 3, 4 II. Insight into “the Flesh”, 5-8 A. The Enemy of the Spiritual Mind, 5, 6 B. The “Enmity” of the Carnal Mind, 7, 8 III. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Church

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 16, 2006

Had the church been built upon any other person than Christ, it would never be able to withstand the torment of Hades. It is not one of the wonders of this world - it is THE wonder of this world.

A huge metal structure was built in 1889 for an international exposition. It was larger than anything that was built like it before, and it was considered by many as a ‘monstrosity that was to grotesque to see.’ But the creator, who had spent over a year building it, knew it was destined for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: *other

Robbed By Relationships Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006

The first of four messages on the threats to spiritual identity theft.

Identity Theft March 12, 2006 Robbed By Relationships Intro: I need a volunteer. Did you ever take the ACT/SAT? This will be kind of like that. Have you ever seen one of these? I want you to take a few seconds to put these shapes into the canister. According to our Vandy alumni this is ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:4-22

Denomination: Baptist

Thou Shalt Not Steal Series

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Mar 21, 2006

This is the 8th sermon of the series: The Ten Commandments. In this sermon we take a look at how this commandment is still very revelant for us today. We also look at various ways this commandment can be transgressed.

SUBJECT: "THOU SHALT NOT STEAL" SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: EXODUS 20:15 ------------------------------------------------------ INTRODUCTION: THIS MORNING WE WILL TAKE A LOOK AT THE 8TH COMMANDMENT ---- JUST FOUR WORDS LONG, "THOU SHALT NOT STEAL." THIS COMMANDMENT IS REPEATED EIGHT (8) ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

The Gospel Of Jesus: Swordfight In The Desert Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 23, 2006

Jesus didn’t just defeat sin for us on the cross...it started early in His ministry when He was tempted. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

The Gospel of Jesus – Swordfight in the Desert Matthew 4:1-11 A three-year-old entered the kitchen when his mother was busy elsewhere in the house. She had told him not to get into the cookies. But in her absence he pulled a kitchen chair over to the counter and climbed up on it. Then he took the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Was Jesus Crucified On Good-Friday?

Contributed by Dennis Cocks on Mar 27, 2006

Tradition says Jesus was crucified on Good-Friday, but the question must be asked, how do you fit three days AND three nights from Friday to Sunday?

WAS JESUS CRUCIFIED ON “GOOD-FRIDAY”? TEXT: JOHN 19:16-42 INTRODUCTION: In order to really understand the strange and compelling three days of our Lord’s great victory at Calvary, we need to be certain about the Sabbath days. The importance of the Sabbath to the nation of Israel can hardly be ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-42

Denomination: Baptist

Graveyard Dead

Contributed by Dennis Cocks on Mar 27, 2006

There are many people who try to deny that Jesus did indeed die on the cross. We hear of people all the time who try to dispute the resurrection of Jesus Christ. We have heard of the “swoon theory,” the “Passover plot,” and the Christian Science (neither

EASTER GRAVEYARD DEAD TEXT: John 19:16-30 INTRODUCTION: There is a seal of utter finality in the language of children. I remember hearing the term a “bazillion” the ultimate in numbers. There was none greater. Another term used was “graveyard dead.” It left no room for argument. Graveyard ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-30

Denomination: Baptist

Greedership: Ringing False Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 4, 2006

Looks at the causes and consequences of bad leadership, and the characteristics of bad leaders.

Greedership: Ringing False The Productive Life, part 2 Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers March 19, 2006 Last week we looked at Titus chapter 1, verses 1-8, where we see the qualifications that the Apostle Paul lays out for those who would aspire to spiritual leadership. (Explain ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:9-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

Building Community Series

Contributed by Jason Freeman on Apr 4, 2006

Building community

The story is told about a man who survived for twenty years on a deserted island. When they found him they were astonished to see all that he had created. Left to his own, he had created a self-sufficient habitat with everything he needed to live comfortably. As they toured the island they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Like An Eagle

Contributed by Joel De Wild on Aug 7, 2002

We can learn spiritual lessons through nature. Especially in the life of an eagle.

Introduction: Recently, I have been reading in the news about "panspermia" Have you heard about this most recent theory called "panspermia?" It’s the idea that life on Earth started as a result of bacteria coming from Mars on meteorites. The idea that life started elsewhere and was somehow ...read more

Scripture: Job 12:7-9

Denomination: Adventist

The Extravagance Of Love

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

If our love the great enoough, then there will be a willingness to sacrifice the very best we have.

Introduction: Unbelievers have always had a hard time figuring out the lifestyle of Christ’s disciples. When you think about it, you can understand their difficulty. They are guided by a life philosophy that promotes selfishness (the attitude that says, “You’ve gotta look out for ‘Number One’”), ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9, Mark 14:3-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Miracles Endure

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 17, 2002

Pentecost 12(B) - AUGUST 11, 2002 - Jesus’ miracles endure in the sense that Jesus provides us with more than earthly; for our Savior also provides believers with eternal life.

JESUS? MIRACLES ENDURE JOHN 6:24-35 AUGUST 11, 2002 JOHN 6:24-35 24Once the crowd realized that neither Jesus nor his disciples were there, they got into the boats and went to Capernaum in search of Jesus. 25When they found him on the other side of the lake, they asked him, "Rabbi, when did ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35

Denomination: Lutheran

The Story Of Gideon – The Making Of A Hero

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 19, 2002

He was a farmer who really enjoyed his trade. Unlike some farmers, he had no desire to be anything more than a farmer. He never had political ambitions, nor did he dream of becoming a military leader and yet God had a different plan for his life. I’m talk

SERMONIC THEME INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: He was a farmer who really enjoyed his trade. Unlike some farmers, he had no desire to be anything more than a farmer. He never had political ambitions, nor did he dream of becoming a military leader and yet God had a different plan for his life. I’m ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1, Judges 7:1-25

Love That Is Better Than Seven Sons Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Aug 29, 2002

Ruth. Pt. 1

LOVE THAT IS BETTER THAN SEVEN SONS (RUTH 1:1-22) Sunday school teacher Tom and his family had been facing trials and tests that cause him to feel unworthy to be an adult Sunday school class teacher. Week after week he felt he was a total failure and kept wondering if each week was his last Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible