Sermons on Reasonable Evidence:

A Reason To Rejoice

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

We rejoice because the Shepherd King, the LORD our Righteousness has come.

A Reason to Rejoice Jeremiah 23:3-6 INTRODUCTION: Take a quick Rorschach (Raw-shak) test with me: Consider the word Christmas. What is the first word that comes to your mind? For some, the word might be JOY. Joy is closely associated with Christmas. We wish each other a “Merry” Christmas. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reason For The Season

Contributed by James Owens on Dec 15, 2004

Our greatest need this Christmas is forgiveness – So God sent us a SAVIOR!

“THE REASON FOR THE SEASON” TEXT: Matthew 1:18-21 Isaiah 9:6 “Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Church Of God

Reasons To Rejoice

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you rejoicing? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the Person and the Reason why we rejoice. IV. TEXT: Psalms 33:1 (Amplified Bible) REJOICE IN the Lord, O you [uncompromisingly] righteous [you

I. EXORDIUM: Are you rejoicing? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the Person and the Reason why we rejoice. IV. TEXT: Psalms 33:1 (Amplified Bible) REJOICE IN the Lord, O you [uncompromisingly] righteous [you upright in right standing with God]; for praise is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Reason For Christmas

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Dec 27, 2011

A look at the reason for Christmas and why Christmas is necessary.

“The Reason for Christmas” Genesis 3:1-19 Introduction: “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens I. The Crime of Vengeance The Trap is Set (1-3) • Eve is approached by a serpent, but this serpent was in fact Satan. Many times temptation comes in disguise. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Reason For The Season

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 7, 2012

This sermon uses a life-sized nativity on stage and strips away all of the non-essentials to find the real reason for the season... Jesus

The Reason for the Season This sermon was instigated by things I have heard this past week on T.V., on t radio, and in listening to others talking. I feel that there are some misunderstandings that MUST be addressed. This week I have heard personalities in media who have said things ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Reason For Thanks Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 20, 2012

A message for thanksgiving about remembering to give thanks unto the Lord.

A Reason for Thanks Theme: To show that there is always a reason to give thanks unto the Lord Text: Luke 17:12 - 19, 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Introduction (12) Then as He entered a certain village, there met Him ten men who were lepers, who stood afar off. Lepers and Leprosy Leprosy is a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:12-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Reasons To Be An Optimist Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on May 7, 2013

This is the tenth message in a series over the first five chapters of the book of Romans. This message examines the reasons that the Gospel gives us for being optimistic.

By definition an optimist is one that expects the best possible outcome of any given situation. Most of us would have to admit that we have a lot of difficulty remaining optimistic. Paul presented an argument that on the surface seems to leave us very little room for being optimistic. In fact, Paul ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reason For Believin' Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 19, 2013

A look at the beginning of the Third Article of the Apostles' Creed.

If you end up in hospital because of a serious ailment there are three kinds of professionals there who work together to make you better. The doctor, after diagnosing your illness, will write out a prescription. The hospital pharmacist will fill that prescription. And then a nurse will administer ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Reasoning With God

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 25, 2012

The effectiveness of bold petition to God.

Introduction There was a TV series in which the star would receive a newspaper with headlines about some kind of tragedy to take place in the near future. His task then was to intercede in time to prevent the tragedy from occurring. Abraham had such an experience. God stopped by for dinner, and as ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:22-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Reason For Revelation Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Jun 22, 2008

Just the mention of the book of Revelation will often bring a dejected sigh that, “No one can really understand this book.” But, if we can’t understand the message of this book then why did God give it to us? Why is this the only book that promises a bl

THE REASON FOR REVELATION REVELATION 1:1-3 Purpose: To understand why Revelation was written. Aim: I want the listener to rejoice in Christ’s present exalted state. INTRODUCTION: Just the mention of the book of Revelation will often bring a dejected sigh that, “No one can really understand this ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reasonable Service

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Sep 7, 2008

Romans 11:33-36 is a scriptual mountain top in the Bible. God is exalted as a marvelous, matchless Creator. Therefore it is our reasonable service to live for Him, our savior.

REASONABLE SERVICE Romans 11:33-12:2 [33] Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments and His ways past finding out! [34] For who has known the mind of the LORD? Or who has become His counselor? [35] Or who has first given to Him and it ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is The Reason

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 23, 2009

Christianity historically has affirmed the uniqueness of Jesus ...the incarnate son of God. I begin with an illustration from The Charlie Brown Christmas special...when Charlie asks: Isn’t there anyone who knows what Christmas is about?

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2009 Text: Matthew 1:20b-23 Christmas Eve - Redeemer “Jesus Is the Reason” Last Tuesday evening countless households tuned in to watch as Charlie Brown and the rest of the Peanuts gang pondered the meaning of Christmas. The Christmas special ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-23

Denomination: Lutheran

A Reasoning Faith

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Mar 2, 2009

Christian truth stands up to all criticisms from science, philosophy and religions. Either the Bible is the true inspired Word of God or the Bible is a book of fables and fairy tails.

A Reasoning Faith II Timothy 1:8-12 This morning our theme is “A Reasoning Faith” – know what you believe and why you believe. Here are some comments made by children on various teachings of the Bible. - Adam and Eve were created from an apple tree. - Noah’s wife was called Joan of Ark. - Lot’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8-12

Denomination: Free Methodist

Reasons To Stay

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jun 23, 2010

Stay put in marriage.

Title: Reasons to Stay Text: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 Truth: Stay put in marriage. Aim: I want to give reasons to strengthen their resolve to remain married. INTRODUCTION Jon & Kate Plus 8 is TLC’s, The Learning Channel, most watched program. It has followed the life of Jon and Kate Gosselin. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

Reasons To Rejoice!

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2010

If we will learn to focus on the Lord instead of our circumstances, we will find many reasons to rejoice! Mary recognized the character and faithfulness of God which prompted her praise.

Reasons to Rejoice! [Background to Mary’s Praise] Luke 1:26-45 26 In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27 to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin's name was Mary. 28 The angel went to her and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: Assembly Of God