Sermons on Reality:

Owl #1 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 12, 2021

Wisdom is merely seeing life from God’s perspective and responding accordingly. It does not happen by chance. It is given by God to those who pursue, test and prove its value.

<The owl commercial launches the message> Did you know that that commercial is almost 50 years old? It’s memorable. It points to a question, provides a practical experiment and even an answer. However, the wise old owl is only validating his own personal knowledge and experience so is that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:13, Proverbs 4:7, Proverbs 1:7, Psalm 111:10, Proverbs 9:10, Isaiah 64:4, James 1:5, James 3:17, Proverbs 2:1-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God In Man's Image

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

Most people need a concept of God that can be embodied in some kind of a mental image. This is why the Bible is filled with what is called anthropomorphism. That is a big word that simply means the picturing of God in the form of a man, and with characteristics of a man.

A young boy afraid of the dark called for his mother to come upstairs to his bedroom to be with him. She came and sought to comfort him by telling him God was there with him, and so he didn't have to be afraid. He was all right for a while, but then he called her again. When she came up ...read more

God In Man's Image Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 24, 2021

Even before man knew of God the Son, the Father was described in terms of human characteristics. The reason for this is obvious, for there is no alternative if man is going to have any intelligent concept of the nature of God.

A young boy afraid of the dark called for his mother to come upstairs to his bedroom to be with him. She came and sought to comfort him by telling him God was there with him, and so he didn't have to be afraid. He was all right for a while, but then he called her again. When she came up he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8

Core 52 Week 39 - Baptism - Coming Alive In Christ Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Sep 27, 2020

What's this whole baptism thing about, anyway?

You can hear the audio of the sermon here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/5630737 Core 52 Week Intro: • Gift I never used (free weights). Missed an opportunity. • Baptism could be a gift we never open, or don’t really accept like we should. We need to know and understand what immersion is and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:39, Matthew 3:16-17, Acts 8:38, 1 Peter 3:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On Emotions

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 29, 2021

Emotion is defined as a strong feeling deriving from one’s circumstances, mood or relationships with others.

Jeffrey Kent Eugenides, an American novelist and short-story writer once remarked: "Emotions, in my experience, aren't covered by single words. I don't believe in "sadness," "joy," or "regret." Maybe the best proof that the language is patriarchal is that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:26, Proverbs 12:15, 2 Timothy 1:7, Galatians 5:22-23

Introduction And Overview Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 13, 2014

Becoming a Person of Prayer Introduction and Overview

Becoming a Person of Prayer Introduction and Overview Matthew 6:9-15; Luke 11:1-4 November 7, 2010 As I talk to most people about their spiritual lives, prayer is a major frustration. Because of this and the fact that we have lots of new people who have come to the Lord or have come back to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Adopted Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Apr 22, 2014

Part 3 of 5 in a series on our identity in Christ based on the words of the Apostle Paul in Romans 8.

INTRODUCTION: Early one summer morning a baby was born to a 15 year old drug addict, a young girl who was woefully unprepared to be a parent. She tried to walk the line that runs between being a teen and an adult, but the teenager in her won out, because she was still just that, a teenager. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Christian Church

He Is Among Us Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

Message based on the Wesleyan Church Advent materials. Jesus came to be among us and live out a perfect life

He is Among Us Luke 1:26-38 Series: Prepare the Way December 15, 2013 Morning Service When we think about the religions of the world, there is a common thread that ties most of them together. These religions are bound by the fact that humanity is constantly trying to make its way to God. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Church Of God

The Light Still Shines

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

A Christmas message to remind us that the light still shines no matter how dark the world becomes

The Light Still Shines John 1:4-5, Philippians 2:14-15 December 16, 2012 Morning Service We live in a dark world The events of this Friday have shown one of the worst school shootings in United States history. The whole thing is an absolute senseless tragedy. It is one of the worst mass shootings ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Walking In The Newness Of Life Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 20, 2011

You can walk in the newness of life because God makes a difference, God makes us distinctive, and God makes us determined.

Sunday, August 31, 2008 “Walking in the Newness of Life” Text: Romans 6:4 We should now be able to proudly proclaim that we are free from the addiction of sin. After our 12 steps in nine weeks program which was designed to break that addiction, every one of us should be able to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

Truly This Was God Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 19, 2011

This series looks at various truths and principles that can be found in the story leading up to the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Gethsemane to Golgotha Pt3-Truly this was God Introduction Continue- Easter series- Gethsemane to Golgotha. Review Pt1- Mat 26- Jesus in garden- night of His arrest. Looked at three action responses- Remain Here, Keep Watching, Keep Praying -stand courageously where God has called you, -be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:17-54

Denomination: Charismatic

Watching Our Step -- “walking Barefoot With Scorpions” Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 3, 2011

WE NEED TO WATCH OUR STEP, BECAUSE IN MANY WAYS LIVING THE CHRISTIAN LIFE – UNTIL JESUS COMES,, IS AKIN TO TREADING IN AREAS WHERE WE CAN BE “STUNG”. NOWHERE ELSE DOES THIS SEEM TO BE SO PREVALENT IN THE BOOK OF HOSEA THAN IN THISPASSAGE

WATCHING OUR STEP “WALKING BAREFOOT WITH SCORPIONS” HOSEA 4:14-19 (NIV) 14 "I WILL NOT PUNISH YOUR DAUGHTERS WHEN THEY TURN TO PROSTITUTION, NOR YOUR DAUGHTERS-IN-LAW WHEN THEY COMMIT ADULTERY, BECAUSE THE MEN THEMSELVES CONSORT WITH HARLOTS AND SACRIFICE WITH SHRINE PROSTITUTES-- A ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Look Beyond The Visible Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 27, 2021

Your mental picture determines your mental focus.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS REF NO 010 So we don’t look at the troubles we can see now; rather, we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. The things we see now will soon be gone, but the things we cannot see will last forever. 2 Corinthians 4:18 NLT LOOK BEYOND THE VISIBLE Paul is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18, Revelation 21:4

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus Christ: The Great Evangelist, Part 2

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 11, 2022

The Lord Jesus went out of His way to bring the Gospel to an anonymous woman. Her life was one of sin and isolation from others. Despite her attitude and resistance, she was won over to the grace and mercy of God. We are to follow His example.

No one is to be neglected or avoided when it comes to presenting the Good News of salvation found only in the Lord Jesus Christ (John 14:6; Acts 4:12; 1 John 2:1-2). As we read through the fourth chapter of John's Gospel, we see how Jesus went out of HIs way to give this offer of redemption ...read more

Scripture: John 4:8-42, Proverbs 13:15, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, John 3:16, Acts 4:12, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Victory In Christ 1 Corinthians 15:55-57 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 20, 2024

In 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, the apostle Paul proclaims the victory believers have through Jesus Christ over sin and death. Let's unpack these verses and discover how they can profoundly impact our lives as followers of Christ.

Victory in Christ 1 Corinthians 15:55-57 Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative truths found in 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, where the apostle Paul proclaims the victory believers have through Jesus Christ over sin and death. Let's unpack these verses and discover how they can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Romans 6:9, 2 Timothy 1:10, Romans 6:14, 1 John 3:8, 1 Corinthians 15:57, Romans 8:37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal