Sermons on Remove The Thorns:

Creation: God Makes Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 7, 2016

The story of Scripture is about the glory of the Savior.

Creation: God Makes Genesis 1:1 Rev. Brian Bill December 3-4, 2016 Prayer Time – Let’s pray for Rick Williams and family in the death of his father and Janet Janacek and family in the death of her mother. I’ve been fascinated and frustrated about something for many years (just ask my family). ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of This World

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Dec 15, 2016

Who - or what - is the “god of this world?” (1 Cor 4:3-4) Is he a living character, or an evil force within ourselves? In what way is the “god of this world” a fitting description? Is God in control, or is Satan the ruler of the realm we live in? •Are we

Note: I have developed a set of slides in PowerPoint to use in delivering this sermon. If anyone is interested in having the PowerPoint file I will send it directly by email. Email me at sam@srmccormick.net to request it, with the word "slides" in the subject line and "God of this World" in either ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-12, 1 Corinthians 4:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 14, 2016

Allow the light of the world to bring you out of darkness so you can shine in the darkness around you.

The Light of the World John 8:12-32 Rev. Brian Bill February 13-14, 2016 [Bring up flashlights, candles, nightlight, lantern, spotlight, construction lights, etc.] This little nightlight is not very bright but it gives just enough light to dispel the darkness in the middle of the night. On the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-30

Denomination: Baptist

Even If God Does Not Deliver Us We Will Not Bow Pt 2 Who Is The 4th Man? Series

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 14, 2016

The Fourth Man awaits you in the furnace of affliction and will preserve you from the flame of the heat. God never leaves his beloved stranded. He forever protects them from the smell of smokes. Be committed for the fire will only loosen the bondage.

EVEN IF GOD DOES NOT DELIVER US, WE STILL WILL NOT BOW. (PART 2) WHO IS THIS FOURTH MAN? DANIEL 3: 14 Nebuchadnezzar spake and said unto them, Is it true, O Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, do not ye serve my gods, nor worship the golden image which I have set up? 15 Now if ye be ready that at ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:14-30

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus' Upside-Down Kingdom Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 12, 2013

In the kingdom of God, the unlovely are loved and the untouchable are touched.

Jesus’ Upside Down Kingdom Mark 1:40-45 Rev. Brian Bill 4/14/13 [Note: Elements of this introduction come from a sermon called “From Leprosy to Life” by John Mayes]. He knew something was wrong...very wrong. But he hoped that if he waited long enough, it would just go away. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:40-45, Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Baptist

Open Ears, Open Heart And Open Praise

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 30, 2018

This sermon centers on the deaf man (verses 31 - 37). Mark shares with us that he experienced 1. Open Ears 2. An Open Heart 3. Open Praise It focuses on how the church must reach out!

Mark 7:24- 37 Theme: Healing Miracles of Jesus Title: Open Ears, Open Hearts and Open Praise This sermon centers on the deaf man (verses 31 - 37). Mark shares with us that he experienced 1. Open Ears 2. An Open Heart 3. Open Praise INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37, Mark 7:31-37

Denomination: Nazarene

Making The Most Of Opportunities Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 10, 2025

Since the gospel changes everything, it must change everything about us.

Making the Most of Opportunities Philippians 1:12-18 Rev. Brian Bill January 25-26, 2025 I appreciated John Stonestreet’s recent Breakpoint Commentary called, “Everybody Was Talking About Jesus Monday Night, Even Scott Van Pelt.” Here’s an excerpt. Outspoken faith has been part of the story ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

You Win Either Way Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 10, 2025

You win either way when you live God's way.

You Win Either Way Philippians 1:19-26 Rev. Brian Bill February 1-2, 2025 This week, Tim Challies wrote a provocative post called, “If I Could Change Anything about the Modern Church.” That title got my attention. There is one thing churches used to do that they no longer do, and I often wish ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

"do You Love Me More Than These?"

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Feb 15, 2025

With Valentine's Day now passed, we need to examine our hearts and ask the same question Jesus asked Peter after His resurrection, "Do you love Me more than these?"

John chapter 21 beginning in verse one is where I want to focus today. On the heels of Valentine's Day, I believe it is important to reflect on the one question that the Lord would ask all of us today. "Do you love Me?" Now, at first, we are quick to respond, "YES, LORD! I DO ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

2 Samuel Part 2

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 4, 2024

NASB, notes from Michael Defazio, Ozark Christian College (c/o Right Now Media)

This chapter "follows David’s ascent to full kingship. Ever since we met David, he was singled out to rule, but so far he has been on the way to that destiny. Now he reaches it, and we can’t help but wonder what sort of ruler he will turn out to be. This text will begin to answer that ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Jacob's Surrender - Wrestling For The Blessing. Genesis 32

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 26, 2024

Jacob’s Surrender. A strong man’s journey of deceit and lies, that must be wrestled and broken to receive the promised blessing complete with a new name.

2024.08.25.Sermon Notes. Genesis 32. Jacob’s Surrender. Wrestling for the Blessing. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Jacob’s Surrender. A strong man’s journey of deceit and lies, that must be wrestled and broken to receive the promised blessing complete with a new name. Scriptures: Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:1-32, Genesis 21:3, Hebrews 13:2, 2 Kings 2:1-3, 2 Kings 6:16-17, 1 John 1:9, Psalm 103:12, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Philippians 4:19, Hebrews 4:16, James 4:10, 2 Chronicles 7:14-15, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Matthew 6:9-13, Matthew 6:13, Revelation 2:16-17, Revelation 3:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Manifestations Of Supernatural Faith Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 10, 2024

Message clarifies the supernatural gift of faith from other expressions of faith and provides examples of this gift in operation.

Intro The essential key to the kingdom of God is faith. Your future depends upon believing the promises of God. When Israel finally went into the Promised Land, there were only two men from those who left Egypt who entered in: Joshua and Caleb. All the others failed to enter into what God had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Hebrews 11:1-30, Acts 17:20, Mark 11:12-23, Romans 10:9-10, Hebrews 3:19, Matthew 14:14-20, 1 Kings 18:33-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Servant, The Solution To Stubbornness And Rebellion (Isaiah 49:1-6) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 11, 2024

God's prophet feels he's served for nothing; it's all been a waste, and meaningless. God responds by giving him a global ministry. An encouragement to pastors, and teachers, and volunteers, in particular.

If you're seeking to understand Isaiah 40-55, and make sure you get it right, today's passage is absolutely the most important in this entire part of the book. Everything builds up to Isaiah 49, and everything that follows, builds off of it. There are many approaches to these chapters as ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-6

Legalism Exposed Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 6, 2024

This exposition of Romans 4:13-16 addresses the problem of trying to attain righteousness through good works. The law was given to expose our sinfulness and lead us to Christ for salvation. The deception of legalism is a problem that must be addressed.

Intro Our text today is Romans 4:13-16: “It was not through the law that Abraham and his offspring received the promise that he would be heir of the world, but through the righteousness that comes by faith. 14 For if those who depend on the law are heirs, faith means nothing and the promise is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25, Genesis 17:1-14, Romans 11:1-6, Galatians 4:1-9, Romans 8:9-39, Jude 1:4, Romans 3:20-23, 2 Corinthians 5:9, Ephesians 2:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

You Are Valued

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 23, 2024

If you have ever felt that you had no value based on the statements of others then you need to read this message. As a child of the Most High God, you are extremely valuable to Him!

You Are Valued Scripture: Luke 12:6-7, Proverbs 27:21; Romans 8:2 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of my message this morning is “You Are Valued.” Now I recognize that there is no great new revelation captioned in that title, but God wants us to know this morning we are worth something ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:6-7, Proverbs 27:21, Romans 8:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational