Sermons on Preservation Of Scripture:

The Joy Of The Lord Is Our Strength

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Nov 2, 2002

The Scriptures teach that the joy of the Lord is our strength. This is a lesson which provides guidance on how we can experience the power of spiritual joy in our Christian lives.

Background: The Jews had returned from 70 years of foreign captivity in Babylon. While they were in Babylon, the Jews were not able to practice their religion in its entirety. In fact, for the most part, they did not have access to the Law of God. For most of the captives, whatever they knew of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-10, Romans 14:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let's Go Back To The Good Old Days In The Church

Contributed by J Walls on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: What the man who we know the scriptures calls the smartest man in the Bible is saying here is this: “Let’s not talk about the good days.

Introduction: What the man who we know the scriptures calls the smartest man in the Bible is saying here is this: “Let’s not talk about the good days.” People are always talking about the good old days. I heard people say countless times that they wish that they could go back to the good old days. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:10

Lost Tomb Of Jesus

Contributed by James Vilgos on Mar 5, 2007

As with the DiVinci Code the Lost Tomb of Jesus attempts to atttack the death, burial, resurrection and ascension into heaven. But their arguementss won’t hold up to Scripture or Logic.

I Introduction: JERUSALEM (AP) -- Filmmakers and researchers on Monday unveiled two ancient stone boxes they said may have once contained the remains of Jesus and Mary Magdalene, but several scholars derided the claims made in a new documentary as unfounded and contradictory to basic Christian ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25

Denomination: Orthodox

Addresss To The Christ-Killers Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 5, 2007

Exposition of Acts 2:14-36 about Peter’s scriptural explanation of Pentacost, our responsiblity in the death of Christ, and His resurrection being hallmarks of the gospel

Text: Acts 2:14-36, Title: Address to the Christ-Killers, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/10/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Talk about the young man indicted on murder charges here in Tifton this week. Suppose that I came in here today and accused you (because you live in Tifton) being guilty of it. Or what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Mystery Unveiled

Contributed by Monte Brown on Nov 1, 2007

Does any one denomination, organization, or religion hold the key to everlasting life? Is it the Jews? The Muslims? The Catholics? The Protestants? What does the scriptures say about salvation?

The Mystery Unveiled Ephesians 3:1-5 Monte T. Brown September 30, 2007 Sunday Morning Heart O’ the Hills [Introduction Does any one denomination, organization, or religion hold the key to everlasting life? Is it the Jews? The Muslims? The Catholics? The Protestants? What ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Scrooge In All Of Us

Contributed by Jeffery Russell on Dec 17, 2007

I have adapted a recent J. John’s sermon, using Scripture to compare Herod and our own sinful tendencies with the Dickens’ character Ebenezer Scrooge.

The Scrooge in All of Us Matthew 2:13-18 Christmas is one of those times that almost demands that we be creative with the familiar- the story of Bethlehem, and the baby Jesus in a manger. The angels we have heard on high. You might feel that you are familiar with the story that you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Life's Greatest Influences

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 16, 2007

This message examines scripture that describes Life’s Greatest Influences. Three influences lead people away from God and one influence leads people to God.

Three Verses One -Life’s Greatest Influences- Matthew 13:18-23 This morning I want to examine scripture that describes Life’s Greatest Influences. I’m titled the message, “Three Verses One.” I want us to look at three influences that lead people away from God and one influence that leads people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:18-23

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Gift Of Gold Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jan 11, 2009

Part 1 in series The Three Gifts. Scripture records that the first gift given to Jesus by the Magi was gold – a gift given to a king. But what kind of king is he?

The Gift of Gold The Three Gifts, part 1 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers November 29, 2008 Have you ever had Christmas or Easter sneak up on you? I mean, you’re doing your thing, right? Going to church, and hopefully reading your Bible and getting familiar with God’s Word, and all that ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9

Denomination: Free Methodist

Appearances Can Be Deceiving

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009

tonight, in our passage of Scripture, the writer of Hebrews is going to tell us that in our Christian life things are not always the way they appear on the surface- that appearances can be deceiving.

Appearances Can Be Deceiving Wed. Night March 18th 2009 Hebrews 2:8-18 Introduction Things are not always what they seem to be. You watch the previews on your TV set of a new movie showing at the theatre and you think to yourself that’s got to be one that you have to go see. You go see it and it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

Live Like You Believe Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Apr 17, 2009

Philippians 1:27-30. Scripture calls us to live lives worthy of the gospel by standing firm in unity, striving together for the faith, and suffering willingly for Christ.

AGAIN I SAY REJOICE LIVE LIKE YOU BELIEVE PHILIPPIANS 1:27-30 INTRODUCTION - A famous actor was an after dinner speaker at a big fund raising function; and apparently he was well known for his voice because when he stood up to speak, he invited his audience to choose a poem for him to recite. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

You Missed The Point Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 14, 2008

Like Josiah’s sorry sons, we have missed the point of our fathers’ messages about the value of Scripture, the worth of the church, and the meaning of the work ethic.

Why is it that on Mother’s Day we honor our mothers, we talk of saintly moms who worked their fingers to the bone to cook and clean and sew for us? But on Father’s Day we scold the dads! Why is that? Have you noticed? We honor mothers for their industry, their wisdom, their prayer life, and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 22:11-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Coming Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Aug 7, 2009

We tend to ask: How does the Bible fit my life? But in reality the question is: What does my life look like in the light of scripture?

Acts 2:1-21 Flames today - tongues of fire dancing over every head and all of us - every single one of us is filled with the Holy Spirit - everybody speaking a different language - right here, right now, in church - "that is not the way to behave in church" - Scary! Flames back then - people from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Congregational

Matthew 5 - Part 5 - Are You Hungry Enough To Do Something About It! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 23, 2009

Now we have a real problem here. We are told to hunger for Righteousness but this seems to contradict other scriptures that says that this kind of lifestyle is impossible for us to live.

24/12/09 Pastorross | public entry | tags: Righteousness, Hunger and thirst for God, Matthew 5 | report Matthew 5 - Part 5 - Are you hungry enough to do something about it! I have tried fasting a few times in my life and always found it helpful. Once, after a fast for a week or so, I was so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Missions Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Jan 20, 2010

Today in our passage of Scripture we’re going to see Jesus sharing w/us what our motivation should be to fulfill his mission.

Intro: Everybody but Sam had signed up for a new company pension plan that called for a small employee contribution. The company was paying the rest. Unfortunately, 100% employee participation was needed; otherwise the plan was off. Sam’s boss and his fellow workers pleaded w/him to sign ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:2

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus From Baby To Boy

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jan 21, 2010

Some people think that Jesus never knew sickness or pain until the cross but that thinking is contrary to scripture. Jesus knows full well what it means to be human.

Jesus from Baby to Boy Many people are fascinated with the life of Jesus but say there is a lack of information about his early years. I want to address that concern and show you we know more about Jesus early years than people think. What we need to remember is that the gospel writers were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed