Sermons on Pudding:

Becoming Discerning & Wise Series

Contributed by Scott Brewer on Aug 12, 2007

Discerning what is of God and who is of God is the responsibility of every Christ follower.

An Incarnational, Missional People “Becoming Discerning & Wise” 1 John 4:1-6 How do you feel about tests? Some people like tests and the challenge of proving themselves or showing what they know. Most of us don’t like tests for the fear of looking foolish or ignorant. Recently a college professor ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Of Heaven [part 3] Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 15, 2015

As individuals and as a church where do we stand when it comes to being the leaven? Are we pursuing to build a strong communion with Jesus Christ or being lured by the leaven of legalism, liberalism and materialism?

Introduction: This passage/verse may seem tricky because that was doubtless the reaction of the disciples when they heard this little story. Our Lord arrested them with this story and shocked them somewhat. When he told them that there was a woman who hid leaven in three measures of meal they must ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Beauty Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jul 22, 2015

Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy

The Beauty of Mercy Matthew 5:7 Secret #5: To get mercy, you must give mercy. Mercy (Gk. eleos)=compassion; kindness or good will towards the miserable and afflicted that results in action. Grace deals with sin and guilt but mercy deals with the pain and misery that comes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Eulogy For Denise Nevins

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 1, 2018

This is a eulogy for a woman who was an outstanding wife, mother, and worker in the church for the Lord. Her death was completely unexpected and left a huge hole in the church to be filled. The message seeks to bring some healing when death hits us unexpectedlyl

Denise Nevins December 1, 2018 Psalm 139 2 Timothy 4:6-9 It is in moments like these that our faith is greatly tested. We are all gathered here because of the shining beacon that Denise Nevins was in all of our lives. The suddenness of her death cut ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Am The Light Of The World – Light In The Darkness – John 9 - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 2, 2022

In Part 1 we looked at the blind man from John 9 where Jesus said He was the Light of the World. Now we are going to consider practical verses dealing with walking in the light of God - our walk in light with Christ, our Light.

I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD – LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS – JOHN 9 - PART 2 We have been working through the Series on THE “I AMs” of John’s Gospel, and last time we covered the first Part of “I am the Light of the World”. This is Part 2 and looks more at the Christian’s walk as followers of The Light ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-13, Galatians 5:22-23, 1 John 2:9-10, 1 John 1:5-7, Psalm 18:28, Psalm 27:1, Psalm 36:8, Psalm 119:105, Psalm 119:130, John 12:35-36, Luke 16:8, Matthew 6:22-23, Luke 11:35-36, Matthew 5:13-16, 2 Corinthians 6:14, 2 Corinthians 4:4-6, John 9:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is A Way

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 7, 2022

What seems right is not always right

Illus: After a long illness, a woman died and arrived at the Gates of Heaven. When Saint Peter came by, the woman said to him "This is such a wonderful place! How do I get in?" "You have to spell a word,” Saint Peter told her. "Which word?" the woman asked. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Baptist

What It Means To Give Thanks!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 26, 2003

Thanksgiving is time recognized by the United States Government to Give thanks to the Lord God Almighty. Yes it is a religious holiday and as you study the history of this day you see it clearly is about giving thanks to the Lord for all his provision in

What it means to Give Thanks Thesis: Thanksgiving is time recognized by the United States Government to Give thanks to the Lord God Almighty. Yes it is a religious holiday and as you study the history of this day you see it clearly is about giving thanks to the Lord for all his provision in our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5, Psalm 145:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't You Understand,

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on May 30, 2002

Not neccesarily just an Easter message. Even with all of the wondrous signs that the close followers of Jesus had observed, they were still without understanding of what Jesus had come to do. We suffer much the same.

Sermon Title: Don’t You Understand, "HE IS RISEN"! Scripture: Luke 24 1-8 Wesleyan Community Church Terry, Mississippi Sunday Morning – March 31, 2002 Scripture Introduction: We can all probably remember the words of being told to do something, then we can probably remember a period of time ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: *other

All You Can Eat Buffet

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Nov 1, 2002

Some people approach worship like a buffet, gorging themselves to their own satisfaction, when we need to God.

Title: The All You Can Eat Buffet Text: Genesis 18:1-3 Introduction 1. We love to eat out! A. It makes it easier for Kay, because there is less mess and clean up. B. It doesn’t require preparation. C. Everyone can order what they want, D. we don’t all have to have the same thing. 2. Of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-3

Denomination: Nazarene

House Of 1,000 Corpses

Contributed by Scott Lefebvre on Oct 7, 2004

The necessity of keeping your relationship with God fresh and alive.

HOUSE OF 1,000 CORPSES I’ve always been facinated by outer space. As a little kid my favorite movies were about outer space. My favorite TV shows were about outer space. My favorite games were about outer space. In school I suffered a major let down when I discovered that outer space ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Kingdom Of The Heart

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 3, 2007

Mark 11-12 contains the triumphal entry and some of the events in Christ’s final week. His actions show that he came to establish the "Kingdom of the heart" and to raise his banner of love over us.

Palm Sunday CHCC: April 1, 2007 The Kingdom of the Heart Mark 11-12 INTRODUCTION: Today is often called “Palm Sunday.” It’s the day when we remember Jesus’ Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem … just 5 days before he would be crucified. Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem turned into a gigantic parade. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Horoscope Of Jesus

Contributed by David Smith on Jan 8, 2007

What must Mary have thought when she first opened the door and found a group of Iranian astrologers, there to celebrate the birth of her son? These characters seem so inappropriate in the Christmas narrative, but maybe that’s the point?

The Xmas season is over! We’ve wished each other a Merry Xmas AND a Happy New Year, and now the festive season is PAST. The holidays (for most of us) are over. The time for singing carols and wishing peace and goodwill to all is finished. The presents have been handed out. The cards have all been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Parable Of The Leaven Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 11, 2007

This ’most misunderstood’ parable is one of the most telling ones for our generation today. The parallels are powerful to consider! Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

Parable of the Leaven Matthew 13:33 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Leaven.html Just one verse is all it takes tonite to have a big spiritual spread to feast upon. How many have ever made homemade bread? What do you put in the dough to make it rise? Yeast. And what is the Bible word for yeast? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:33

Denomination: Baptist

Alive Again!

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 18, 2002

We must join Christ in his resurrection if we are to claim we believe in the resurrection event. A message for Easter Sunday

Easter Sunday March 30, 1997 ALIVE AGAIN! INTRODUCTION This past week, America has been shocked and puzzled by the mass suicide of 39 people near San Diego, CA. The group, as you well know, was called Heaven’s Gate and its members, led by the charismatic Marshall Applewhite, believed that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus The Guru Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Oct 20, 2007

Jesus is the Grounded Guru of Grace

Jesus the Guru October 14, 15 & 18 Jesus Who? In the vein of talking about what the crowds are saying about Jesus, Some people would like to paint Jesus as a guru, or a spiritual guide. I feel like I need to start by saying that the word Guru would have been more than just foreign to Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: *other