Sermons on Preacher:

Four Certainties About The Future Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007

The story of the Rich Man and Lazarus illustrates some much needed insight into what the future holds for everyone who dies before Jesus comes.

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO What Happens When A Person Dies? Four Certainties About the Future Luke 16:19-31 I’ve conducted lots of funerals through years. Most have been quite normal. A few have been a little different. But I never had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Church Happenings

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 5, 2007

In the first church, let’s take a look at what happened and how it relates to the church today. 1- the proclamation of the gospel 2- the persecution of the apostles 3- the proliferation of the church

INTRO.- Church happenings. What is happening in our churches? ILL.- A group of women were talking. One lady said, “Our congregation is sometimes down to thirty and forty on Sunday night.” Another said, “That’s nothing, sometimes our group is down to six or seven.” An old maid added her bit, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Noble Woman Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 28, 2004

Final sermon in Proverbs & Parables series. The qualities of the Noble Woman found in Proverbs 31 are applied to the Church as the bride of Christ. The church should have Integrety, Industriousness, be Inclusive and Influential, and be confident in her I

The Noble Woman Proverbs 31 SCRIPTURE READING: Proverbs 31:10- INTRODUCTION: Today we’re ending our study of Proverbs. In sermons and in our Pueblo Groups we’ve covered topics from finances to child-raising . We’ve seen God’s wisdom for working right, for talking right and for living right. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Telling Your Story - Contagious Christianity Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 20, 2004

The unsaved are really looking for something that can work in your life. How can you convince others that Jesus has made a difference in yours?

OPEN: They tell me that being a “preacher’s kid” can be difficult for a young child. I read once of a preacher’s little boy who was told by his mother that he should wash his hands because there were germs living in all the dirt he’d been playing in. He looked up at his mother and got this really ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Spreading Tree Of Influence

Contributed by John Gaines on Jun 2, 2006

Every Christian is either a first-generation Christian or on who has a family history of some faith and dedication to the Lord. Both are valuable assets to the church when used properly.

INTRODUCTION I. FIRST GENERATION CHRISTIANS A. How many of you are ‘first generation Christians’? By that term, I mean people who do not have parents or close family members who were members of the church of Christ who taught or influenced you to obey the gospel. You studied the Bible for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Open Door

Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Jun 9, 2003

Because of the Resurrection of Jesus we have an open tomb, open gospel, open witness, and open Heaven.

A few weeks ago I saw this cartoon in a Christian newspaper, and it jumped out at me that this would be my Easter sermon! I didn’t know how I would use it, but I knew the Spirit would give me a sermon to go with it. For our radio listeners who can’t see the cartoon on our multimedia screen: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Side Of Life

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 7, 2005

Deep fellowship with God and its implications for the Chgristian life.

THE LIGHT SIDE OF LIFE 1 JOHN 1:5-2:2 INTRODUCTION... The Intimate Date (adapted from John Bevere, The Voice of One Crying, 1993) My wife and I went out on a ’date’ this past Wednesday. We went to dinner and a movie. We went to get away from the kids and to eat at a good restaurant. It was a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Kingdom Of Heaven Is Near

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Oct 14, 2003

There is time for action but no time to waste

1st Peter 4:7-11 “The Kingdom of Heaven is Near” “There is time for action but no time to waste.” Intro: I don’t know the number of times I have been on my couch screaming at the TV during the last seconds of a NASCAR race, or a football game. It seems funny that I believe Jeff Gordon will be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Resurrection Remembrances

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 12, 2009

What to remember about the celebration of Easter

EASTER SUNDAY 2009 “RESURRECTION REMEMBRANCES” LUKE 24:1-8 OPEN Do you ever have trouble with your memory? I heard about a preacher and his family who went on vacation one summer. They had determined that they would be in church on Sunday but when they got to their destination, they found ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is Your Daddy?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 15, 2010

We must know our Father’s business in their lives ~ encourage our kids for God’s mission and call upon their lives. Even at time it may discourage you. This will keep your kids strong and encouraged.

Opening illustration: "A seminary professor was vacationing with his wife in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. One morning they were eating breakfast in a little restaurant, hoping to enjoy a quiet, family meal. While waiting for their food, they noticed a distinguished looking, white haired man moving from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Imitation Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 14, 2010

John tells us about two different people in the church; one to follow and one, we wouldn’t want to follow. 1- What not to imitate 2- What to imitate

INTRO.- Who’s your favorite TV or Hollywood actor or actress? Past or present? Considering today’s actors and actresses, older may be better. Oh really? Maybe not. ILL.- I discovered an internet site about the religion of famous actors of the past. Here is what I found. 1 Humphrey ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

More Than Just Saying "Thankyou"

Contributed by Keith Maynard on Jan 3, 2009

God is tired of lipservice, show Him "thankyou" not just saying it.

MORE THAN JUST SAYING THANKYOU GIVE ME THAT OLD TIME RELIGION James 1:27 IT IS THANKSGIVING SEASON, IN JUST A FEW DAYS WE WILL CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY. BUT I ASK YOU THIS MORNING, WHAT MEANS MORE TO YOU. SOMEONE JUST SAYING THANK YOU OR SOMEONE SHOWING YOU “THANK YOU” I BELIEVE IT’S THE SAME ...read more

Scripture: James 1:27

Denomination: Church Of God

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 21, 2008

I have three simple thoughts about thanksgiving. 1- We have it so good 2- We enjoy it so much 3- We express it so little

INTRO.- ILL.- One man wrote, “The day before Christmas became a thanksgiving day for my family. The station wagon was packed with kids and travel stuff for the 400-mile trip to Grandma’s. As is our custom, before leaving we asked God to protect us on the road. He did, but in an unusual way. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship Is ....

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 23, 2011

In psalm 96, we see what worship truly is.

WORSHIP IS …. PSALM 96 There was a little boy riding in the car with his mother and they were just talking and having a good time together talking about just anything that came into their heads and the little boy asked his mother a question. He asked, how high have you ever counted before ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Accidental Or Intentional Listening?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 31, 2020

Famous words: CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW? Is it possible to develop ears dull of hearing? Where is the quietest place in the USA? Why? Only John the Beloved was known for hearing the Divine Heartbeat. Will we listen to God's words?

ACCIDENTAL OR INTENTIONAL LISTENING? CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Matthew 13:15 For this people's heart is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes they have closed; lest at any time they should see with their eyes, and hear with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:15, James 1:19, 1 Samuel 2:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God