Sermons on Red Heifer:

Solving Problems God's Way Part 3 Series

Contributed by Eldron Gill on Feb 29, 2008

Solving Problems God’s Way Part 3: Digging Deeper Into Root Causes

Solving Problems God’s Way Part 3: Digging Deeper Into Root Causes Matthew 5:21-28 Introduction: Mr. Smith has a very serious problem. I want you to think along with me this morning and help me help Mr. Smith find his root problem. Illustration PPT- Brown Spots In The Lawn * Of course the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

More Than Enough Series

Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 16, 2006

A Sermon on the Tenth Commandment

Decades ago the famed poet Mick Jagger described our plight with these words: I can’t get no satisfaction, I can’t get no satisfaction ’Cause I try and I try and I try and I try... When I’m drivin’ in my car, and the man come on the radio He’s tellin’ me more and more about some useless ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: *other

The "Character" Of Light Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 13, 2009

Light and Darkeness have NO commonality and as beleivers we should always focus on the light and flee from the darkness.

Sermon Brief Date Written: December 7, 2008 Date Preached: December 10, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study of John’s Letters Sermon Title: 1 John 1:5 5 This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Clearing The Air: Misconceptions About The Second Coming Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 9, 2008

There are many misconceptions about the second coming. Those misconceptions are common because people fail to see the Second Coming through biblical glasses.

Clearing the Air: Common Misconceptions About the Second Coming Introduction: I heard this one country song by this man named John Connelly. John’s big hit was a song entitled “Rose Colored Glasses.” I have never looked through rose colored glasses, but I can only imagine how they might distort ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:35-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Question Is What Are We Going To Do The Answer Is Stand Still.

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 26, 2020

As the world has come to an unprecedented way of living, we find ourselves dealing with uncertainty, unsure of what we should do. We ae faced with structural weaknesses that have made us all more vulnerable than we ever thought we could be.

THE QUESTION IS - WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO? – THE ANSWER IS - STAND STILL By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer Jr. OPENING: - As the world has come to an unprecedented way of living, we find ourselves dealing with uncertainty, unsure of what we should do. As the coronavirus pandemic surges into every ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:13-15, Psalm 46:10, Lamentations 3:25-26

Denomination: Apostolic

Being Justified By Faith, Like Abraham

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 10, 2019

This sermon explores the truth that justification by faith is not a new way to be made right with God, but actually goes all the way back to Abraham the father of all who are justified by faith.

A. How far back can you go on your family tree? 1. Who is the most distant ancestor you can identify? 2. The last few decades have seen a tremendous upsurge of interest in genealogy and websites like Ancestry.com and DNA test kits like 23andMe are very popular. a. I often laugh at the commercials ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Fear Envelops You Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 7, 2021

God has made us with the ability to experience fear as a part of His loving provision for us. When properly embraced and employed, fear can protect us from harm, motivate us to action, and cause us to reach out to God for the help we need.

A. Years ago, fear began to take hold of the people of Moline (Mo-lean), Illinois. 1. First came the stories of a wild cougar on the loose. a. The news sent women and children into hiding, and even made brave men tremble. 2. Next came a similar story about a huge beaver, estimated to be 80 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:3-4, Hebrews 13:5-6, Mark 4:35-40, Matthew 14:22-32, Psalm 34:4, Psalm 46:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take A Risk Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 1, 2018

Take a risk! By faith, fear God more than people, forsake the world, follow the Lord, and find salvation for your own soul. By faith, do what others cannot do and live a life pleasing to the Lord.

In one little Midwestern town, Miss Jones had the distinction of being the oldest resident in town. So when she died, the editor of the local paper wanted to print a little article remembering this dear old lady. Except he couldn’t think of anything to say when he sat down to write the article. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Better Blood Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 7, 2018

If you want to overcome sin and its devastating effects on your life, depend on the blood of Christ, which is essential and effective for your redemption.

During the last presidential election (2016), we heard a lot about Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, the two primary candidates. We heard less about Gary Johnson, Jill Stein and other third-party candidates. However, the most interesting candidate, which I doubt any of us heard about, was Zoltan ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:15-28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 18, 2017

This Christmas carol lists many things that make it the most wonderful time of the year. And while kids jingle-belling and parties and caroling are all fun and wonderful, the song fails to mention the one thing that truly makes Christmas wonderful-Jesus.

IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR The title of the sermon is taken from the popular Christmas song of the same name. The songwriter declares it's the most wonderful time of the year and then goes on to say why. The kids jingle-belling along with holiday greetings and gay happy meetings ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:5-8, Colossians 2:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Caught In The Act

Contributed by Seth Lawson on Jan 22, 2018

Examining this event from Jesus' life and ministry in John 8, we can learn to live as he lived and love as he loved ... no condemnation, no compromise, full of compassion.

We’re glad you’re here as we continue our Summer teaching series entitled: LIVE-LIKE-THAT. Through this series, we’re examining different events in the life and ministry of Jesus as well as his teachings from the Gospels to get a glimpse into what is looks like to begin living out our faith in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Testing God Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 20, 2016

Testing God is the recurring theme as the psalmist recounts the waywardness of the Israelites. Three times it is mentioned, each time presenting insight into the different perspectives between them and God about their relationship.

Psalm 78:17-20, 40-41, 56-58 Testing God 12/27/09 D. Marion Clark Introduction You are familiar with the temptations of Jesus in the wilderness. Satan presents three temptations, all of which Jesus refutes, each time by quoting Scripture. For one of the temptations Satan sets Jesus on the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:17-58

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are We Really Living In The End Times?

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 31, 2014

Ever since Jesus ascended back to heaven, His return has been eminent. Ever since that day, you could have said, “Jesus can return at any moment.” God wants His children to live like they expect Jesus to return at any time.

8/20/2005 12:29 PM Are We Really Living in the End Times? Matthew 24:3-8; Daniel 12:1-4 Today, I want to get into the nitty-gritty of biblical prophecy. And so I shall. But first, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Beginnings - Genesis 1 Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 4, 2015

What is the origin story of the universe and of humanity? When do we, really, show up in the story?

The Song of Beginnings - Genesis Chapter 1 - 1st in a 4-part Series on the Gospel According to Genesis Happy New Year to you. I hope it’s been good so far. New Years, like all beginnings of a type, can have an impact on how our year goes and on shaping where we end up at the end of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Battle Belongs To The Lord Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011

Events in the Bible that took place on a mountain

Mountain Moving Faith “The Battle Belongs to the Lord” Exodus 17:8-16 Have you ever wondered if God is real? Have you ever thought to yourself, “What if there is no God after all?” Some good people get the worst kinds of diseases and die while some bad people live in the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist