Sermons on Reckon:

Those Who Mourn Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

II. We must understand how destructive sin is. A. How are we supposed to “mourn”? 1. Like at a funeral of a lost family member? 2. Like when we did something wrong by accident or on purpose?

Introduction: As we continue our series, let’s back up for a moment and consider what has just transpired in the life of Christ. In the last two verses of the previous chapter we can see that Jesus had become very famous with His healings and miracles. “Great multitudes of people” from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

As He Thinks So He Is

Contributed by Mark Baker on Aug 16, 2005

The begining of walking in faith or defeat

As He Thinks So He Is The thought life is the beginning of victory or the beginning of defeat. Victories are won and lost here. The battle starts here and is won or lost here. Much is said in God’s Word about our thoughts and what we do with them. Proverbs 23:7 for as he thinks in his heart, so ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Just Let Jesus

Contributed by Marianne Unger on Sep 23, 2003

We are in a spiritual fight, and we need to recognize that we have the necessary tools and forces to not give up, but to go to the last round where Jesus Christ will be the final victor, and peace, truth, and justice will prevail.

Mark 9:38-50 “Just Let Jesus” Many of you are familiar with the blockbuster movie Rocky, in which a very muscular, physically fit, local Philadelphia guy, Rocky Balboa, fights the world’s heavy weight boxing champion Apollo Creed. In the first smash hit, Rocky fights Apollo for 15 rounds, but ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: *other

Water

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Apr 8, 2003

A short evangelistic talk as part of a baptismal service- the whole of which focussed on ’water’

Mini talk. WBF joint celebration. 6 April 2003 pm JN 4:4 Now Jesus had to go through Samaria. 5 So he came to a town in Samaria called Sychar, near the plot of ground Jacob had given to his son Joseph. 6 Jacob’s well was there, and Jesus, tired as he was from the journey, sat down by the well. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-38

Denomination: Baptist

A Genuine Vine

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Feb 16, 2005

Comparison of our Christian Life to the vine..

A GENUINE VINE JOHN CHAP. 15 – 1-17 I’m gonna talk to you tonight about comparing our spiritual lives, to the Vine and its Branches As Jesus did in chapter 15 of the book of John… If you think about it, that’s what GOD does with our lives, IF we turn our lives over to him and Allow him ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Made You!

Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 25, 2006

To accept the God of Salvation, you must accept Him as the God of Creation.

GOD MADE YOU! Scripture: John 1:1-18 W. Max Alderman Certainly, you believe something about creation. The humanist educators will teach you that you were evolved, not created. Those who embrace the teachings of Scripture are taught that God made all things. Certainly, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Separate From His Brethren

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 18, 2006

Describes the separation of Joseph

SEPARATE FROM HIS BRETHREN Genesis 49:26 Genesis 37-50 (the last main division of the book of Genesis) records the exciting and true story of Joseph, the eleventh and beloved son of the Hebrew Patriarch, Jacob. Why are so many chapters given to Joseph in the Bible? At least three ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:26

Denomination: Baptist

The Peer-Less One

Contributed by Jane King on Feb 6, 2003

Jesus transcends all limitations to bring harvest.

TEXT: Saint John 4:1-42 - KEY WORD: Plights INTRODUCTION: In this passage we want to share with you Jesus who is the Peer-less One. Webster defines PEER as: one of equal standing with another. There was, and is, no one who can do what He can do! Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Moments Of Decision - Part Two Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003

Paul always had to consider his commitment to Christ before he would make his decisions.

MOMENTS OF DECISION This morning I want us to consider how important it is for us to walk in the ways of the Lord. Sometimes, this is not easy to do. Especially when we consider our commitment to Christ when we have to say, or do, the right thing. We all have heard it said that, “One thing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:10-21, Acts 23:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is A Steward? Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Nov 6, 2002

Part 1 of 4 We have leaned well how to Lean Against God. But we hestitate to Lean on Him. Stewardship is the principle of Learning To Lean on God!

Learning to Lean - Part 1 - What is a Steward? Text: Luke 12:42-43 Intro: This morning I would like to begin a series on Stewardship. Over the past couple of months I have been talking to you about the things that you are leaning on. Specifically are we leaning on God? And if we are, to what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:42-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

3-D Christianity

Contributed by Brian Gilbert on Oct 4, 2006

What does it take to be a True Disciple of Christ. How can we express our faith in ways that are real and relevant?

3-D CHRISTIANITY Adding Depth To Your Wak of Faith INTRODUCTION: Have you ever looked at a paintin that was unrealistic and 2 dimensional? They fail to communicate depth and look fake and superficial. THis is especially the case when children draw pictures. Everything seems to bhe suspended on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Engaging The Enemy

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 8, 2013

Psalm 137 begins with heart-breaking pathos and ends with shocking hostility.

Psalm 137 begins with heart-breaking pathos and ends with shocking hostility. The children of Israel were taken by force from their homeland, a place given them by God. In captivity they sat by the edge of the Euphrates and wept, overcome with despair. Anyone who has suffered a significant loss ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-9

Denomination: Congregational

Provision Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 22, 2013

Whatever we may think of Elijah, “he was a man just like us.” So says the Apostle James (5:16-17). Yes, he was a mighty prophet, but he was also a flawed person with doubts, fears, and needs--a real person, not a superhero.

Whatever we may think of Elijah, “he was a man just like us.” So says the Apostle James (5:16-17). Yes, he was a mighty prophet, but he was also a flawed person with doubts, fears, and needs--a real person, not a superhero. He experienced success and despair. “He put on his ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

A Means To An End Series

Contributed by Connail Johnson on Nov 10, 2010

God designed the woman to adapt to whatever circumstance may occur within her realm. She is resourceful. She is creative. She knows how to make something out of what appears to be nothing. She will sacrifice without a second thought.

CYCLES 4 SISTERS “A MEANS TO AN END” HER MEANS Text: Prov.31:10 Introduction: “A MEAN MACHINE” At the turn of the 20th century women began to assert themselves as a driving force to be reckoned with not only within America, but in Countries all over the world. Women have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10

Denomination: Baptist

Settling Accounts

Contributed by John A. Peck on Nov 3, 2009

A message on forgiveness and settling "accounts" with people in terms of healing relationships.

Today, is the leavetaking of the Dormition, and we are hearing the parable of the king who wished to settle accounts with his servants, so we are taking an account of things. Why an accounting now? School is just starting! That’s true, but as a parent before I send a child to school, I take an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-25

Denomination: Orthodox