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Jephthah - Zero To Hero

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 28, 2007

An inspiring look at a believer in God who went from being a zero to a hero in the eyes of his family and neighbors.

Hebrews 11 is called the “Faith Chapter” because its primary subject is the importance of faith. Its also called the “Faith’s Hall of Fame” chapter because it talks about men and women of the Old Testament who became spiritual heros and heroines because they trusted God and obeyed Him…they ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Innkeeper

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Dec 22, 2013

A short drama about what the Innkeeper might have said if given the chance

This is a drama type sermon, more like a monologue than anything else. Have someone explain that the sermon they are about to become a part of may be a little different than what they are used to (This is especially helpful if you have visitors or you’re at a new church) Have this person ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Keep On Keepin On My Fellow Warriors" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 23, 2014

This lesson relates the Ironman race to the Race of Life. Never give up , never give up and the glory revealed to you in the end will far surpass any trials now.

The Ultimate Decision July 23, 2014 It is hard to believe that 9 years ago this weekend I did the Ironman in Lake Placid, NY. The distance for the race is a 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bike and then a marathon 26.2 miles. The total comes out to 140.6 miles. Ever since my bike accident and all my ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Hope In The Multiplication

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Aug 8, 2017

Finding hope in Jesus Christ through the compassion of others, along with a God who deals in multiplying our gifts.

Jesus just hears that his cousin John the Baptist is dead and it seems the news hits him pretty hard and He wants to get away and be by himself. So he and his disciples get on a boat to go to a secluded place. Verse 14 tells us “When he went ashore he saw a large crowd and felt compassion for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No One, Not Even One Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 10, 2013

A sermon on the universal nature of sin.

If you were here this past week, you know that I just began a new sermon series entitled “Do Not Conform. Be Transformed.” It was based on a chapter in Romans. Does anybody remember the chapter? 12. Alright. How about the verses? 1 and 2. Good job. Today what we are going to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-12

Denomination: Christian Church

Strive For Love

Contributed by Chad Fessenden on Mar 9, 2004

We can accomplish great things for God, but none greater than the act of love!

Acts 20 23I only know that in every city the Holy Spirit warns me that prison and hardships are facing me. 24However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me--the task of testifying to the gospel of God’s grace. You ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:23-24, 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Holiness

Behavior Of Men And Women Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 25, 2011

In our text, Paul speaks of the behavior of Christian men and women.

INTRO.- Our world is full of bad behavior. However, it’s not supposed to be in the church! Christians are supposed to be somewhat different from other people in the world. ILL.- Geroge Gallup wrote: There’s little difference in ethical behavior between the churched and the unchurched. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nobody Loves A Lawyer

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Feb 21, 2006

Don’t try to quibble when it comes to accepting God’s view of things.

Title: Nobody loves a lawyer Text: 2 Samuel 12:1-7; Exodus 12:49 FCF: You can’t argue your way out of judgment. You can only appeal to the mercy of Christ. Nobody loves a lawyer. I can say that as somebody who once wanted to be a lawyer. Nobody loves a lawyer because at one level, we know that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Is The Vine

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 24, 2006

This sermon is about living vitally connected to Christ, the True Vine who produces awesome fruit in our lives.

We live in a world of concrete and metal, cars and skyscrapers. Our food comes from grocery stores, markets and McDonald’s. Jesus lived in a world of deserts and gardens, rocky clefts and fertile fields. The food that Jesus and his friends ate were the grains they saw growing in nearby fields and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sign Of The Promised Savior

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Dec 29, 2008

A Christmas sermon preached 12/25/2008 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Audubon, Iowa on Christmas morning.

In most public buildings, in order to gain an occupancy permit, you are required to have all the exits in your building clearly marked with “Exit” signs. Now our church building was built before that became a regulation, which is why you don’t see Exit signs here, but if you did, there would be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Great Debt

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Jan 15, 2007

There is a great debt that we owe, but forgiveness is offered freely.

Matthew 18:21-35 “The Great Debt” “There is a great debt that we owe, but forgiveness is offered freely.” Sunday Morning Sermon -- Southaven 01.14.07 Intro: VIDEO “Crazy Women” – Youtube.com (Start with Text and Title) Discussion: That’s a crazy video isn’t it? I can’t help but think how crazy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Your Tongue Saya About You

Contributed by Terry Frazier on Oct 27, 2013

We get mad when people say nasty things about us but what about what we say to ourselves? Too many times we allow satan to tear us down from the inside out and to use our thoughts against us. Believers need to bring every thought unto captivity to Christ.

What Your Tongue Says About You There have been countless sermons preached on the power of the tongue. I have preached a few of them myself over the years and many of those sermons were talking about how what we say affects other people and that’s very important because what we say to and ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

Love Your Enemies

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 7, 2014

Provide love to your enemy. When you do you are taking the old unacceptable relationship and making it new.

The following was purportedly posted on the Craigslist personals: I am writing to the guy who tried to mug me in downtown Savannah night before last at 1:43 a.m. I was the guy wearing the black Burberry jacket that you demanded I hand over, shortly after you pulled the knife on me and my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Methodist

A Costly Calling

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 25, 2019

When Jesus calls us to follow Him, that call is costly, but rewarding!

A Costly Calling? Luke 9:23-26, 57-62, 14:25-32 January 20, 2019 If you were to ask my sister’s - - they would have quickly told you I was cheap. I did my best not to spend money as I was growing up. Not that I had much, but I will admit I got away with not contributing much to group presents. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-26, Luke 9:57-62, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Of Nazareth Calms The Storm On The Lake: What Are The Storms In Your Life? Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 8, 2023

The storm hits, don’t wake up Jesus, trust that he's with you in the storm, even though he’s silent. He’s asleep. But, Jesus is with you even though he’s silent.

"In April 1988 the evening news reported on a photographer who was a skydiver. He had jumped from a plane along with numerous other skydivers and filmed the group as they fell and opened their parachutes. On the film shown on the telecast, as the final skydiver opened his chute, the picture ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-29, Mark 4:21-25, Mark 4:35-38

Denomination: Salvation Army