Sermons on Reigning:

The Treasure Principle

Contributed by Matthew Everhard on Dec 12, 2006

This message explores the treasure principle: that the Kingdom of God is so valuable that it is worth any cost in this life, even life itself, to enjoy it more fully.

“The Treasure Principle” A sermon on Matthew 13:44-45 by Matthew Everhard, originally delivered at Hudson Presbyterian Church, November 26, 2006. The Leg: I grew up in Cuyahoga Falls, a residential city where the houses are all close together, and the backyards small. Our playground, for the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"The Virgin Conceived A Son"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 4, 2008

The fact of the virgin birth of Jesus is essential to Christian doctrine.

“Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows: when His mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child by the Holy Spirit. 19 And Joseph her husband, being a righteous man and not wanting to disgrace her, planned to send her away secretly. 20 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Orthodox

To Fear, Or Not To Fear?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Dec 9, 2008

Christians may be at peace despite the cataclysmic events and judgment that will accompany the Day of the Lord.

Title: To Fear, Or Not to Fear? Text: II Peter 3:8-15 The Big Idea: Christians may be at peace despite the cataclysmic events and judgment that will accompany the Day of the Lord. Introduction There is a 2008 remake in the works that debuts this month. However the original, based on the short ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Teach Us To Pray Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008

This prayer is often wrongly used, however. We are not to just mindlessly repeat it from rote memory, but we are to use it as a framework upon which we can build a prayer life that is offered to God, heard and answered by Him, and one that glorifies His

Illustration: A little boy was saying his bedtime prayers with his mother: "Lord, bless Mommy and Daddy, and God, GIVE ME A NEW BICYCLE!!!" Mom: "God’s not deaf, son. Boy: "I know, Mom, but Grandma’s in the next room, and she’s hard of hearing! Read: Matthew 6: 5 -15 Introduction: This passage is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Will We See In The End? Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Oct 13, 2008

We will one day take our last breath on the earth, and our first breath in eternity and we will stand before God!

1. The End – Famous Last Words… • Sometimes we like them & Other times we don’t. • There are times when we’re thinking, “When will this end?” • AND then times when we think, “I hope this never ends.” • But it’s true, either way, there is an ending up ahead. • Every good book. END. Every good ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is Your Story Taking You?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 24, 2009

The Kingdom of God must be the thread that is woven throughout our stories.

20090125 Web Site Title: Where is your story taking you? Text: Mark 1:14-20 (14-15) The Big Idea: Jesus invites us to aspire to be Kingdom people. Introduction: I am reading The Power of Story by Jim Loehr. He defines story as, “the tales we create and tell ourselves and others… [however] ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is The Promise Of His Coming?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Feb 7, 2009

Some times we can say something about the coming of the Lord, and that He could come now just any time and some people will make statements to the effect, “well I’ve heard that all my life and He hasn’t come yet”.

WHERE IS THE PROMISE OF HIS COMING? 2 Peter 3:3-4 2-7-09 Today I want to talk for a little while to do with “the promise of His coming.” Some times we can say something about the coming of the Lord, and that He could come now just any time and some people will make statements to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Mercy Not Sacrifice

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 6, 2008

Today, let us be reminded by the words of Jesus, "But go and learn what this means: "I DESIRE MERCY AND NOT SACRIFICE." For I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance." (Matthew 9:13 NKJV)

Mercy Not Sacrifice, Matthew 9:9-13 Introduction There is the story of the man who came down from the North Carolina Mountains. He was all dressed up and carrying his Bible. A friend saw him and asked, "Joe, what’s happening? Where are you going all dressed up like that?" Joe said, "I’ve been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Christian Church

In The Lions' Den

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 25, 2008

Daniel’s unwavering faith got him into trouble.

THE LIONS’ DEN Daniel 6:1-28 INTRODUCTION: Last week, I talked about the faith of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the face of the furious King Nebuchadnezzar. Today, I’ll be talking about the faith of the fourth man in that brigade¾Daniel. He faced a similar test; only he wasn’t facing a fiery ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord Teach Us To Pray - Part Two

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 13, 2006

David’s life was filled with blessings and failures, good times and not so good times. He learned early on in his life how to cry out for God’s mercy when he was lost and lonely, rejected and afflicted. God had taught David to pray and how to pray. We

LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY Part Two Last week we looked at a couple of the stories of David and we found that he is most known for what is recorded in Acts 13:22 - David became the “a man after My (God’s) own heart, who will do all My (God’s) will.” We also noted that David’s life was not a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Expanding Kingdom Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Nov 15, 2006

God is Behind the Expansion of His Kingdom, Which Will Not be Limited by Anyone or Anything. This sermon examines some distinctives found in Acts of this Kingdom: Power, Lord, Love, Vision

It’s fun to sell something that people really like. Dad took off for Grinnell, Iowa this afternoon in the rain today to sell asparagus. It didn’t rain all the time he was there, but it wasn’t a pretty day. While he was gone, I got a phone call asking if this was Sojourn Farm. I said it was. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surprise Endings Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 11, 2007

Exposition of Acts 5:33-42 about the surprise ending to the disciples second imprisonment by the Sanhedrin

Text: Acts 5:33-42, Title: Surprise Endings, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/16/07, AM A. Opening illustration: the surprise ending of Cold Mountain or The Six Sense B. Background to passage: After Peter and John’s bold defiance of the Sanhedrin, as well as their bold witness to the Sanhedrin, they are on a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:33-42

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready For The Kingdom

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 1, 2007

Salvation message

Mark 1:14-15 Are You Ready for the King? Woodlawn Baptist Church September 30, 2007 Introduction In Mark 1:14-15, the Bible says, “Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God, and saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Pick Your Prized Possession Wisely

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 26, 2008

Kingdom choices have eternal consequences.

Title: Pick Your Prized Possession Wisely Text: Matthew 13:44-52 The Big Idea: Kingdom choices have eternal consequences. Introduction Let’s begin by listening in on a “man on the street” clip in which interviews ask four questions: (Heaven and Hell, Sermonspice.com) 1. Do you believe in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Days Of Elijah

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005

A Bible college commencement address--A challenge for young graduates to become the Elijahs of God in this generation.

The Days of Elijah 1 Kings 17:1; 18:36-39; James 5:17-18 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO ***Dr. Roger W. Thomas is the preaching minister at First Christian Church, 205 W. Park St., Vandalia, MO 63382 and an adjunct professor of Bible and Preaching at ...read more

Scripture: James 5:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ