Sermons on Rejoicing In The Lord:

What About John, Lord?

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. Focus on a story recorded for us in John 21. a. Jesus has risen from the dead (made various appearances). b. Peter and several other disciples go fishing. c. Jesus and the miraculous catch of fish (21:4-14). 2. Our concern is the conversation following breakfast (21:15-22). a. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-22

The Sovereign Lord Judges Idolatry

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

BACKGROUND (1:1) -- Gives the Coordinates: A.

BACKGROUND (1:1) -- Gives the Coordinates: A. Personal word of the Lord to prophet Micah = "Who is like Yahweh?" how can idolatry even be an option in light of the uniqueness and majesty of our God? We should listen because the message has divine authority B. Geographical Moresheth -- SW Judah on ...read more

Scripture: Micah 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

40 Last Days With Their Lord

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

The way Jesus spent His days on earth after his resurrection were quite different from His ministry before. we consider how and why it was.

1. Tonight we pause to consider the empty tomb. 2. As we said this morning the resurrection was of the utmost importance to the early church. 3. Easter was not just that day that Christ became alive, but the beginning of new life for His disciples and the promise and seal for new life for all who ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Then I Cried Unto The Lord

Contributed by Harold Nichols on Apr 26, 2001

WHAT IS YOUR GOD MADE OF

THEN I CRIED UNTO THE LORD TEXT: JUDGES 17:6 IN THOSE DAYS THERE WAS NO KING IN ISRAEL, BUT EVERY MAN DID THAT WHICH WAS RIGHT IN HIS OWN EYES. INTRODUCTION: IN TEARS TODAY I BRING FORTH MY HEART AS I LAY IT UPON THE ALTAR OF SACRIFICE OF GOD’S THRONE, (THE TRUE AND LIVING GOD OF WHICH I SPEAK ...read more

Scripture: Judges 17:6-7, Judges 21:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

Proclaiming The Acceptable Year Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jun 13, 2001

This is the sixth and final lesson in this series based in Luke 4:16-21 and using John 4:1-26 as the main text

THE UNEXPECTED JESUS "Proclaim the Acceptable Year of the Lord" John 4:1-26 INTRODUCTION: During the 1920’s and 30’s Al Simmons was one of professional baseball’s great players. By the end of his major league career he had amassed almost 3000 hits, but that was just it - almost 3000. When he ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord, Give Us Such A Church As This

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jun 19, 2001

As the first Christian church described in Acts 2:42-47 was may our churches be.

If there is one thing of which we have a great number in Tulsa it is churches. Have you ever looked through the Southwestern Bell Yellow Pages to see just how many churches there are in our community? There are sixteen full pages with churches listed on them. Some of these churches are very ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Lutheran

The Man Who Fears The Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 26, 2001

HOW BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO FEARS THE LORD!

BIG IDEA: HOW BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO FEARS THE LORD! (:1A) INTRODUCTION: "Praise the Lord!" Sets the tone for this study This is another acrostic poem, the lines of which begin with successive letters of the Hebrew alphabet. I. WHO IS THIS MAN? = "the man who fears the Lord" (comments on the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Great Is The Lord And Greatly To Be Praised Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001

PRAISE THE LORD FOR HIS GOODNESS AND GREATNESS

BIG IDEA: PRAISE THE LORD FOR HIS GOODNESS AND GREATNESS I. (:1-4) PRAISE THE LORD FOR HIS GOODNESS A. Activity of Praise “Praise the Lord!” “Praise the name of the Lord” B. Ministers of Praise “You who stand in the house of the Lord” “In the courts of the house of our God!” C. Description of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 135:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lord Can Do It All Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001

TRUSTING IN GOD BEATS TRUSTING IN MAN

BIG IDEA: TRUSTING IN GOD BEATS TRUSTING IN MAN (:1-2) INTRODUCTION: PRAISE THE LORD CONTINUALLY “Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord, O my soul! I will praise the Lord while I live; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being.” I. (:3-5) THESIS: TRUSTING IN GOD BEATS TRUSTING IN MAN A. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 146:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

See The Lord As Your Shepherd

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jul 18, 2001

Isaiah’s inspired words give depth and beauty to the dearly loved statement, "The LORD is my shepherd."

“The LORD is my shepherd.” Of the many comforting words in God’s Word believers throughout the ages have cherished those. The Holy Spirit put those words into the heart of a shepherd-king named David approximately 1000 years before Jesus was born. They have been sung and spoken, shared and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:6-11

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is The Meaning Of The Lord's Supper?

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Aug 20, 2001

We see in this sermon that the Lord’s Supper is AN EXPRESSION,AN EXPLANATION,AN EXPECTATION, AN EXAMINATION, AND AN ENCOURAGEMENT.

WHAT IS THE MEANING OF THE LORD’S SUPPER? I Corinthians 11:23-33 Notice in verse 24, He says “this do”. Jesus expects every Christian to observe the Lord’s Supper. It is not something that optional but rather it is a direct command from Jesus. Every now and then I come in contact with those who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-33, 1 Corinthians 11:23

Denomination: Baptist

Touched By An Angel, But Changed By The Lord!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

Jesus is far superior to the angels in every way.

"Touched By An Angel, But Changed By The Lord!" Hebrews 1:4-14 There is a movement, a love fest that is sweeping our country. The infatuation, or love, however you wish to describe it has everything to do with the tender feelings and warm thoughts that we have when we think about angels. It ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:4-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord, Touch My World

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 15, 2000

The ultimate outcome of prayer should be the move of God in touching our world

Lord, Touch My World Tonight concludes this series of messages I am doing on prayer, but it does not conclude our emphasis on being people of prayer. I hope you have utilized the material on prayer and have increased you time in prayer this month. Turn with me to Matthew 9:35-38 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Lord And My God

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Dec 20, 2000

Thomas as Everyman: Doubting Thomas or Believing Thomas?

Assessed Sermon: Easter 2, RCL Year A: John 20:19-31 “My Lord and My God” In the name of the +Father, the Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Thomas must have felt that he had a bit of a raw deal. For he really missed out on that first Easter Sunday. Thomas must be the definitive everyman, for there is ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Usher Me Into The Presence Of The Lord

Contributed by Zenola Diggs on Dec 21, 2000

An appeal to Christians to realize the importance of leading non-believers to Christ.

"Usher Me Into The Presence of The Lord" 2 Chronicles 29:6-11 I have chosen for a topic today, "Usher Me Into The Presence of The Lord." Today, we are here to uplift an annual celebration of Christian service-ushering. Though it may not be what some of your family, friends, peers, and even ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:6-11

Denomination: United Methodist