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Are You Ready For Christmas? (#2)

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 25, 2018

based on 4 ratings

| 9,042 views

This is a revised and shorter version of a sermon by the same name that I contributed to Sermon Central several years ago.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK This is a revised and shorter version of a sermon by the same name that I contributed to Sermon Central several years ago. TEXT: Matthew 1:18-25 A. A question we'll undoubtedly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Has Christ Changed You Life

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jun 23, 2005

based on 8 ratings

| 5,226 views

Heavy message about our mission used as a revival starter

¡§How Has Christ Changed You Life?¡¨ Luke 8:26-39 OPENING JOKE: ¡§Getting a Dress for the Revival¡¨ A poor country pastor was livid when he confronted his wife with the receipt for a $250 dress she had bought for a revival that was coming up. "How could you do this!" he exclaimed. "I don’t know," ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Creating A Masterpiece: Part One Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 13, 2005

based on 5 ratings

| 3,833 views

Jesus painted a masterpiece of words with the parable of the rich man and Lazarus as we see two contrasting lives.

Creating a Masterpiece: The Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man, Part 1 Luke 16:19-31 Jesus was a master story teller. Throughout his ministry, Jesus used the parable to illustrate the intimate details of the kingdom of God. With each parable Jesus told, he painted vivid pictures in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

A Heart To Build - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 18, 2005

based on 67 ratings

| 23,541 views

God told David He didn’t want him building a Temple for Him. It’s possible to build a building God doesn’t want. Do you know what makes the difference between what He wants and what He doesn’t?

OPEN: According to a story in R.Digest from several years ago, a great emperor named Shah Jahan once built an absolutely beautiful structure in memory of his wife of 19 years who died while bearing their 14th child. When she died, Shah Jahan left his wife’s deathbed and went straight to his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If You ... You Might Be

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 29, 2003

based on 71 ratings

| 6,973 views

Done in "Jeff Foxworthy" style: If your religion is all in the head, if you think your good deeds mask your sin, you may be a lost person.

Jesus said some very tough things. He could be very demanding, very harsh. Jesus could also be funny. He didn’t draw back from using humor if it would make his point. He was tough! He was blunt! He minced no words! And so if your image of Jesus is Warner Sallman’s “Head of Christ”, bland and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Wedding Garment Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jul 29, 2003

based on 53 ratings

| 14,880 views

A personal account of a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace illustrating Jesus’ parable of the Wedding Garment.

My message is a reflection on the combination of a parable (Matt 22:1-14) and a rather special visit to Buckingham Palace which I trust will act as an illustration. When I partially retired I was asked to take on the task of the honorary treasurer of Welfare Service Charity. I found it quite ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Purity In The Christian's Life

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Apr 8, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 7,165 views

The importance of purity in our lives.

Purity in the Christian’s Life 1st John 2:28 – 3:3 Jeff Hughes I. Introduction a. Turn with me in your Bibles to 1st John, Chapter 2, and verse 28. b. Tonight we are going to look at five verses in the Book of First John, that shed some light as to how important purity is in our walk with Christ. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:28-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brokeness: No Way Around It.

Contributed by Wes Humble on Jan 23, 2003

based on 314 ratings

| 24,158 views

God uses brokeness in our lives when we yeild everything to Him.

No Way Around It. John 12: 20-28 There were some Greeks in town, who had come up to worship at the Feast. They approached Phillip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee: “Sir, we want to see Jesus. Can you help us?” Philip went and told Andrew. Andrew and Philip together told Jesus. Jesus answered, ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-28

Denomination: *other

Turkey And Blessings

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Feb 6, 2003

based on 19 ratings

| 5,136 views

This sermon takes a look at how often we are simply ungrateful for all that God has done for us and reminds us to always give thanks.

Dr. H.A. Ironside was a wonderful preacher who was known at times for being rather blunt. One day in a crowded restaurant, just as he was about to begin his meal, a man approached and asked if he could join him. Ironside invited his to have a seat. Then, as was his custom, Dr. Ironside bowed his ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:7-13

Denomination: Methodist

Camp "Almost" Series

Contributed by Matt Kyzer on Oct 20, 2005

based on 34 ratings

| 28,038 views

This sermon helps debunk the three main reasons (That I see) why people "Almost" enter into a life changing relationship with the Lord, but don’t.

We have just we started the "Give it Up" series where we are looking at "Giving Up" areas in our life that are not healthy. These are areas that not only hurt ourselves and others, but ultimately break down our relationship with God. Last week as we talked about giving things up, we tackled the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:24-32

Denomination: Baptist

His Son And Heir Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on May 8, 2004

based on 30 ratings

| 6,097 views

The Father has appointed Jesus heir of all things - what does this mean?

His Son and heir 1v2 Reading Ps 2 God 2 has … spoken to us by His Son, whom He has appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the worlds I HAVE nothing to do today but to preach Jesus Christ. This was the old subject of the first Christian ministers: “Daily in the temple, and in every ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:2, Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Convicition Of The Spirit

Contributed by Timothy Jones on Sep 14, 2006

based on 1 rating

| 13,012 views

What does the Holy Spirit do?

THE CONVICTION OF THE SPIRIT Romans 8:12-14 JOKE: Late one night, a burglar broke into a house that he thought was empty. He tiptoed through the living room but suddenly he froze in his tracks when he heard a loud voice say: "Jesus is watching you." Silence returned to the house, so the burglar ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-14

Denomination: Holiness

Confessing Your Sins Series

Contributed by Gary Landsberg on Dec 16, 2006

based on 5 ratings

| 5,900 views

There is cleansing found in the confession of our sins to one another, and especially unto God. Unconfessed sin creates emotional distress and spiritual illness.

CONFESSING YOUR SINS TEXT: James 5:14-16 INTRODUCTION 1. What a wonderful day, this day is. I am so glad, and grateful. You see, I have reason to be happy and excited. My mighty Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, has seen fit to redeem me from my sin and destruction. 2. I serve a risen Savior, ...read more

Scripture: James 5:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Total Loss Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Mar 21, 2007

| 3,896 views

Part of a series in Philippians, we’re exhorted to pursue Christ, no matter what.

Illus. I was raised in low income family; learned to make sacrifices; learned value of dollar. •At 13, I needed a new bicycle; $110. I worked all winter and spring. •I sacrificed a lot, but I never complained; it was worth it; 14th birthday, bought it. •Some things are simply worth sacrificing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

Every Decision Have Their Consequences

Contributed by Gilbert Varela on Jun 9, 2008

based on 4 ratings

| 16,010 views

Life is full of decisions, full of choices. Every decision in our lives has its consequences. You are responsible for your own decisions and its consequences. The consequences of your choices affect not only you but all those around you.

EVERY DECISION HAVE THEIR CONSEQUENCES TODA DECISION TIENE CONSEQUENCIAS Mt. 25:1-13 1"At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 2Five of them were foolish and five were wise. 3The foolish ones took their lamps but did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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