Sermons on reliability:

Be Strong In The Grace Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 24, 2011

Let’s think about what it means to be strong in the grace of Christ. 1- Being strong means to impart the Word 2- Being strong means to endure hardship 3- Being strong means to please the commander 4- Being strong means to obey the rules 5- Being str

INTRO.- 1 You then, my son, be strong. I thought all sons were strong! I guess it depends on the son and the type of strength you’re talking about. But when I was a son at home with mom and dad I only thought of one kind of strength and that was physical. What about you men? Did you ever ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Awaits With Certainty

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Aug 17, 2010

What alone gives your faith true certainty and real sureness? The Scriptures answer that question and hold before us the promise of a heavenly fatherland. What a hope for our faith to hold on to!

Text: Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 Theme: Faith Awaits With Certainty A. God's word of promise does not fail B. Our fatherland is ready Season: Pentecost 12c Date: August 15, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Faith-Awaits-With-Certainty-Hebrews11_1-3,8-16.html Grace and peace to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Trust Is Validated Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 16, 2010

Just what good is a promise? Why should we believe it? Why should we trust the promise-giver?

“When Heaven Comes Down: Our Trust Is Validated” Luke 1:26-38 It’s the last day of swimming lessons, the day of the final testing. The tests determine which swimmers advance to the next level. The last test is to jump into the deep water. The instructor, of course, was already in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Csi Jerusalem - Eyewitness Testimony Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 8, 2006

Jesus built His church upon the foundation of a multitude of witnesses. Sometimes we forget how significant that can be.

OPEN: About 10 years ago, during a Homicide trial in Nassau County in the state of New York, the prosecution was examining their witness on the stand. In his testimony, the witness stated that he saw the victim lying on the ground, obviously dead. When the prosecution had finished, the defense ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Messiah Who Teaches Part 4: Living With Integrity Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 3, 2009

By sacrificing our integrity, we dishonor God.

A Messiah Who Teaches Part 4: Living With Integrity Text: Matt. 5:33-37 Introduction 1. Illustration: The name of Admiral Dewey was being acclaimed throughout the country after his victory at Manila Bay in the war between the United States and Spain in the early 20th century. A newspaper ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Methodist

Putting The "Dog" Back In "Dogma" Series

Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Jul 22, 2010

How important is dogma to the life of the church?

Putting the “Dog” in Dogma 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Cascades Fellowship CRC, JX MI Oct. 1, 2006 Mission and Vision, Rnd. II In the movie Dogma Hollywood takes a very irreverent look at the Catholic faith. Cardinal Glick apparently thinks the church suffers from an image problem – it is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Know Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 3, 2010

1- We know that we are in Him 2- We know the God of love 3- We know the security of salvation

INTRO.- ILL.- Vance Havner was a southern Baptist preacher. (1901 - 1986) He was a very popular "revivalist" and Bible conference speaker and authored over 30 books of sermons and devotional books. He became a Christian as a boy, licensed to preach at twelve and ordained at fifteen. His charm, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Race Is On!

Contributed by Robert Cox on Apr 1, 2007

The race we are called to run...

HEB 12:1Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. 2Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pass It On-Priorities

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Apr 21, 2018

Put God first above all things to reach God’s Ideal!

Title: Pass It On-Priorities Date: 5/25/2014 Place: BLCC Text: Genesis 22.1-14 CT: Put God first above all things to reach God’s Ideal! FAS: Father 'Replaces God' with His Hobby At the age of 47, the writer William Giraldi's father died tragically in a motorcycle accident. Giraldi's father was a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian Church

"Whatever Happened To Father Knows Best?" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jun 20, 2017

It is called leaving a legacy. All of us will leave one. Some for good. Some not so good. But at some point in life all of us must consider what kind of legacy we plan to leave behind when we are gone. What will your legacy be?

FAMILY MATTERS “Whatever happened to Father Knows Best?” 2nd Timothy 2:1-7 When I was growing up there were several television programs I enjoyed watching. My favorite was the Andy Griffith show. I had the opportunity a few years ago to actually meet Ron Howard who played the role of Opie. Ron ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Doing What He Said Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Nov 9, 2015

Wrap up of Sermon on the Mount series from Matt. 7:24. “…everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” Summary of 16 messages from Matthew 5 - 7.

Doing What He Said Matthew 5-7 – Sermon on the Mount – Living from the Heart Matthew 7:24-29 24 "Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 25 The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Greatest Comeback In History Series

Contributed by John Pearrell on Apr 7, 2016

We all love comeback stories. The greatest comeback of all time was Jesus physically raising from the dead

In November 2001, Sports Illustrated magazine was covering the baseball World Series in which the Arizona Diamondbacks recovered from a slump to defeat the New York Yankees in the last inning of the final game. It started the editors thinking about the greatest comebacks in history. So, they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

My God, My God Why Have You Forsaken Me? Series

Contributed by Chris Binion on Mar 30, 2014

Jesus words on the cross teaches us about trusting in God and our identity found in Him

Psalm 22 My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me? Why are You so far from helping Me, And from the words of My groaning? 2 O My God, I cry in the daytime, but You do not hear; And in the night season, and am not silent.3 But You are holy, Enthroned in the praises of Israel.4 Our fathers trusted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:39-45

Denomination: *other

Jesus Speaks To Skeptics Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Mar 9, 2015

Jesus continues to speak to the skeptical Nicodemus concerning the ONLY WAY to enter or see the Kingdom of God: Sinners are born with skepticism but self dies hard unless the Spirit gives life.

Jesus Speaks to Skeptics: John 3:9-15 Almost everyone knows the difference between a believer and a skeptic, but not everyone knows the difference between an honest skeptic and a dishonest skeptic. An honest skeptic may have doubts about certain truths but who will face up to them when he is ...read more

Scripture: John 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Is Faith A Force, Tool, Power, Or?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 29, 2019

One of the biggest errors that have crept into the church over the years has been the teaching that ‘faith’ is a thing, power, or force to obtain or possess.

Many believe that if a person can conjure up enough ‘faith,’ they can be healed of any ailment, declare things into existence, and receive all the money they could ever want. Conversely, it is believed that if a person is not healed or has little money, they lack in personal faith. Most believe ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Isaiah 65:16, Revelation 3:14, 2 Corinthians 1:20, James 2:17, Hebrews 11:6, Ephesians 6:23, 1 Timothy 1:14, 1 Thessalonians 5:8, Ephesians 2:8-10, Mark 11:22, Galatians 2:16, 1 Corinthians 12:9, Romans 12:3, John 21:17, Acts 17:28, Hebrews 12:2, Habakkuk 2:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational