Sermons on Proclamation Of The Gospel:

The Poverty Of Riches Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 12, 2001

exposition on matt ch19v16-30

THE POVERTY OF RICHES Matthew 19 v. 16 - 30 The rich young ruler’s request "what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life?" We notice here :- 1. His Respect for the Lord v. 16 "good Master" - Campbell Morgan describes this man as " A man of fine natural temperment, a man of courage ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Denomination: Holiness

Life's Most Important Question Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 28, 2001

an exposition on Matt ch 27

LIFE’S MOST IMPORTANT QUESTION Matthew 27 v. 1 & 2 & v. 11 - 26 v22 " What shall I do then with Jesus which is called Christ?" 1. It’s a Personal Question - i.e. v. 22 "what shall I do" you alone must decide Here Pilate tried to :- (a) Disclaim the issue v. 17 "whom will ye that I release?" (b) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-26

Denomination: Holiness

The Best Christmas Gift Series

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Dec 6, 2001

This sermon challenges our value assingment by looking through the eyes of Bible characters who really missed it.

S120901 The best Christmas gift John 3:16 Beginning: Ask this rhetorical question: What was the most expensive gift you ever received for Christmas? What was the most expensive gift you ever gave? A pastor friend of mine says most of us go too far into debt buying gifts we can’t afford ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Hail Mary.... The Immaculate Conception Explained

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Dec 6, 2001

Explaining the Immaculate Conception, teaching on the history and theology of the dogma, and how it applies to all of us, as an example of God’s Grace and Goodness.

Sermon: 8th December 2001, Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Text: Luke 1:26-38 “Hail Mary, Filled with Grace” In the name of the +Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Two weeks ago, during our Advent Course, Fr Lewis laid down a challenge for me, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Mary's Song

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 9, 2001

Mary’s Song talks about: 1. Forgiveness 2. Victory and 3. Covenant

Many people have been waiting since last January for the mystery to be revealed. The Internet has been abuzz about it. Variously called “Ginger” or just plain “It,” entrepreneur Dean Kamen, a college dropout, has been claiming that his invention, the Segway Human Transporter, will transform the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55

Denomination: Methodist

Harry Potter And Decent Christian Values

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Dec 11, 2001

Many Christians are against Harry Potter, but look at what he stands for: not magic as evil, but decency, loyalty, honesty and prevailing against oppression. Don’t reject Harry without thought.

Sermon: Second Sunday of Advent - Evensong 9th December 2001 In the name of the +Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen We had been eagerly awaiting the evening for some time, and not just since the film’s release. In fact, the entire family had been looking forward to this moment ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Leaders, Believers, Deceivers, & Cretans Series

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Mar 14, 2001

Introduction to Titus

LEADERS, BELIEVERS, DECEIVERS, & CRETANS TITUS (Introduction to the book of Titus) I want to think with me a moment this morning. What is the most important letter that you have ever received? For some maybe it was a letter affirming something, like a new home, or something of that nature. ...read more

Denomination: Bible Church

The Man Who Pointed People To Jesus

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Mar 17, 2001

Jesus said, John the Baptist was the greatest of the prophets. The Bible gives us six reasons why Jesus said he was great.

THE MAN WHO POINTED PEOPLE TO JESUS JOHN 1:19-29 Have you ever wondered who is the greatest preacher in the world? Jesus on one occasion passed his divine judgment and He named John the Baptist.(Luke 7:28) For I say unto you, Among those that are born of women there is not a greater prophet than ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

Simon Of Cyrene: A Man Drafted Into Service

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 23, 2001

A little known bible character seen at the cross teaches us about expecting God to work.

Morning Message March 25, 2001 Central Church of Christ John Dobbs - Faces Around the Cross - A MAN DRAFTED INTO SERVICE Luke 23:22-27 Introduction: 1. After Jesus was put before Pilate, and finally handed over to the Jews for crucifixion, he was taken into the Praetorium. There he was mocked by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:22-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Barabbas, The Prisoner Set Free

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Mar 26, 2001

Barabbas is a picture or type of every sinner who has been set free by Jesus taking their place.

"Barabbas, The Prisoner Set Free" Text: Matthew 27:15-26 Introduction: -Barabbas, the man that the Jewish rulers and people chose to be released instead of our Lord Jesus Christ. I. Barabbas’s Testimony -We want to look at Barabbas’s testimony or "rap sheet". -What better way to do this then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Denying Jesus?

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Mar 27, 2001

Are you denying Jesus? Would you deny Jesus like Peter? We will look at seven ways some Christians deny Jesus.

‘ARE YOU DENYING JESUS”? MATTHEW 26:69-75 David Brainerd, the famous missionary to the American Indians, proclaimed this truth throughout his ministry. He said, “I never got away from Jesus and Him crucified in my preaching. I found that once these people were gripped by the great evangelical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:69-75

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Temptation Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 1, 2001

Five principles to win a victory over temptation taken from the life of Joseph

When Life is the Pits A Study of the Life of Joseph Sermon # 3 “Dealing With Temptation” Genesis 39:1-20 When we left Joseph last time he had been sold into slavery by his brothers to a band of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Simon Peter Series

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Apr 3, 2001

Lenten study of Peter’s struggle with guilt & shame

He’s one of the most popular bible characters. Simon Peter. People are attracted to him, perhaps because he seems one of the most real; we can identify with him. He’s almost lovable because of his very transparent humanness. As you follow the account of Jesus’ life and watch Peter move with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Saint Or Satan

Contributed by Daryn Bahn on Jun 29, 2003

This "Saints Peter and Paul" sermon is about the real evil we are each unintentionally capable of and how God overcomes it, using the example of Peter.

Saint or Satan? This Sunday we observe a day in remembrance of Peter and Paul, both, according to tradition, were put to death as martyrs, as witnesses to Jesus Christ, on June 29, in or around the year 67 AD. This is one of the oldest of such days in the history of the New Testament church, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Skepticism Or Commitment? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 30, 2003

You can read "What is truth?" as cynical skepticism, as playful intellectualism, as the plaintive cry of a battered soul, or as the hopeful sound of a hungry heart.

It was our first Thanksgiving on our own; always before we had traveled to our parents, but now, with a baby in the house and with other responsibilities, we had elected to do it our own, complete with a full-fledged roasted turkey. Margaret had done a magnificent job. Brother turkey presented ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-38

Denomination: Baptist