Sermons on rational thinkers: showing 151-165 of 6,789

The Crown Has Fallen

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 25, 2021

In tumultuous times of national unrest, the people of God must turn to God to plead for their nation. The message is a call for God's people to see the danger in which we stand at this hour.

Remember, O LORD, what has befallen us; look, and see our disgrace! Our inheritance has been turned over to strangers, our homes to foreigners. We have become orphans, fatherless; our mothers are like widows. We must pay for the water we drink; the wood we get must be bought. Our pursuers ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 5:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

It's Your Finish That Counts

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Jun 4, 2005

IN LIFE, IT’S GREAT IF YOU CAN START OUT WELL, BUT WHAT REALLY MATTERS IS YOUR FINISH. DON’T LET THE RAPID RISE/SUCCESS OF OTHERS HINDER YOU FROM ACHIEVING YOUR DREAM. LET THE APOSTLE PAUL SERVE AS A GUIDE.

IT’S YOUR FINISH THAT COUNTS II TIMOTHY 4:6-8 ECCLESIATES 9:11 – RACE – SWIFT, BATTLE – MIGHTY . . . ECCLESIATES 7:8 “BETTER IS THE END OF A THING THAN THE BEGINNING THEREOF.” WONDERFUL, IF YOU CAN START OUT FINE, BUT WHAT REALLY MATTERS IS HOW YOU FINISH. GOLF – DRIVE, BUT IT’S NOT YOUR START ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revival And Boldness Series

Contributed by Maximiliano Zapata on May 14, 2001

We need boldness and strong hearts in our lives. But they will only come when we give ourselves to God in Worship.

You know, as congregations go, each one has their own way of doing things, not one is exactly like the other. Some congregations have the Lord’s Supper towards the end of their service, while others have it towards the beginning, some right before the sermon. Some congregations have the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:1-3, Psalm 122:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wonder Of His Resurrection Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jul 19, 2004

Jesus provides ultimate hope.

"THE WONDER OF HIS RESURRECTION" LUKE 24: 13-35 INTRODUCTION: In the movie, "City Slickers," comedian Billy Crystal plays a bored baby boomer who sells advertising. One day he is invited to visit his son’s school to tell the children about his job. But as he speaks he can see the kids are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Christian Church

But It's A Mother's Job To Worry About Her Kids

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 24, 2003

This sermon looks at the sin of worry by looking at three key passages that point to God’s higher vision for our lives - a life of peace.

“I’m worried about my kids.” Worry just seems to be a natural part of parenthood. How many Moms have said, “It’s a mother’s job to worry about her kids”? As easy as it is to worry about your kids and as quick as we are to excuse our worry as being a natural part of parenthood, we need to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Numbers 13:17-33

Denomination: Baptist

Victory In The Church Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007

Paul uses a conflict in the church to teach us how to gain victory over trials by giving them to God. Joyfully remembering how God has relieved us of our trials in times past, we are to present our needs to God, and continually focus on things of God!

INTRODUCTION A. The SITUATION Epaphroditus, pastor of the Philippian Congregation, has given Paul a report that laid out a difference between two leaders (two women) of the church which has begun to cause dissension in the church. Hard to believe in a church isn’t it?! 1. What do you do when ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Counted Worthy Of The Resurrection!

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Nov 26, 2001

Our only hope for happiness and satisfaction in this life is found in the certain promise our Savior gives us for life in the age to come.

A Valpraiso University philosopher by the name of Gilbert Meilaender put the events of September 11th and their aftermath into context as he recounts a time in the not so distant past when the famous Christian preacher and writer C.S. Lewis addressed a gathering of college students in England, a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Counterfeit Christianity: The Jehovah's Witness

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Mar 21, 2005

George Gallup states, “This is the most crucial decade in History. Designer, a la carte religion flourishes as traditional Christianity is undermined by counterfeits.” This is true when it comes to Charles Taze Russell the founder of Jehovah’s Witness cu

Counterfeit Christianity: The Jehovah’s Witness John 1:1,14-17 George Gallup states, “This is the most crucial decade in History. Designer, a la carte religion flourishes as traditional Christianity is undermined by counterfeits.” This is true when it comes to Charles Taze Russell the founder of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Defend God's Honor Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 14, 2004

What offends you most? What will you defend with the greatest passion? The answer for Paul was clear: Defend God’s honor from idols and rivals!

12/19/04 Text: Acts 17:16-34 Reading: Romans 1:18-25 Longing to See God Honored Intro: Does anyone remember the TV show “Welcome back Cotter?” It was a sitcom about a teacher who returned to work in the city high school he had graduated from. Well, one time, Cotter and John Travolta got into ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Leads Me Beside Still Waters

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 7, 2009

Waters that lead us to life

He leads me beside still waters ps 23:2 ACCORDING TO THE RULES: Eric Liddell, affectionately known as the Flying Scotsman, won a gold medal in the 400-meter race during the 1924 Olympic Games in Paris. Yes, it was a spectacular race that resulted in a world record. Why then, nearly forty years ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Appropriate Biblical Responses To Difficult People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Appropriate Biblical responses To Difficult People I Pet. 3:13-18

Appropriate Biblical responses To Difficult People I Pet. 3:13-18 I Pet. 3:13-18 - Peter wrote, "But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear." Paul wrote, Do not be overcome ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Have A Mountain In Your Heart

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 5, 2001

How to live on the mountain while living in the valley.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. TEXT: Numbers 13: 25-33; 14: 6-10; Josh. 14: 6-15 TOPIC: The Mountain Top THEME: How to live on the mountain while living in the valley. HOW TO HAVE ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

United Or Untied?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on May 19, 2003

Church fights, anger and power-positioning -- the church is so much like the world we hardly have anything to offer as an example of the Christlike life. Here is how to straighten out!

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of faith, family and friendships. ------------------------------------------------------- Russell Brownworth, Pastor 1 Corinthians 1.10, 3.23, Psalms 133 There is a chorus I love; it is a prayer to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10, Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: United Methodist

Characteristics Of Human Wisdom. 1cor 1:17ff Series

Contributed by Nelson Thomas on Sep 17, 2020

Paul knew more than anything else Corinthian’s their love for human wisdom led to division in the local church. So he explains it detail.

1Corinthians 1: 22 : “For Jews request a sign, and Greeks seek after wisdom..” Paul knew well, Greeks need wisdom…that’s what they are interested in. Jews, they need a sign, miracles, and mighty things…not the message of the cross… But Paul preached…no wisdom…cf. v. 12 ‘we preach Christ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17

Denomination: Brethren

God's Masterpieces Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 8, 2007

14th in a series from Ephesians. Those who have been created as new creations by God are His masterpieces.

Although most artists create many different works, it seems that for most of them, they come to be identified primarily with one particular work. Let’s see if you can identify the artists who created each of these works that I’ll display on the screen. Since, as you know, I’m not very cultured, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist