Sermons on Rescue:

"A Father's Love"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 14, 2012

Six ways that our Heavenly Father loves us.

“A Father’s Love” June 17, 2012 Isaiah 63:16: “But you are our Father, though Abraham does not know us or Israel acknowledge us; you, LORD, are our Father, our Redeemer from of old is your name.” When you hear the word ‘father’ what feelings does it stir ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:16

Denomination: Holiness

The Beginning Of… Promise Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 19, 2010

God meets our every need through the promised Messiah.

Scripture Introduction When we were in Jackson, MS, our pastor told us about his interactions with a young follower of Satan. After speaking with him several times, Pastor Mike asked him directly, “Is it because you hate Jesus Christ and love the devil that you worship him the way you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:14-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Bouts With Doubts

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 30, 2010

I’m sure we’ve all used the phrase, “I doubt it” or, “I have my doubts”. To doubt something is to challenge its authenticity. Having doubts is normal when something is questionable or unproven. However, having doubts about God is not okay and is something

“BOUTS WITH DOUBTS” INTRODUCTION: I’m sure we’ve all used the phrase, “I doubt it” or, “I have my doubts”. To doubt something is to challenge its authenticity. It means I’m finding it very difficult to believe. It signifies skepticism or uncertainty; our suspicion over the unlikelihood of ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Someone To Provide For Me Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 26, 2011

Another deep need I have is for someone to provide for me

SERIES: ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS… “SOMEONE TO PROVIDE FOR ME” (adapted from a sermon by Dave Stone) ISAIAH 9:6-7 OPEN A mother and daughter are Christmas shopping in the mall when the mother finds an expensive fur coat. She tells her daughter: “This year, I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Serendipity: An Accidental (But Pleasant) Discovery

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 29, 2011

God addresses sin through judgment and mercy.

First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas May 1, 2011 SERENDIPITY: AN ACCIDENTAL (BUT PLEASANT) DISCOVERY Isaac Butterworth 2 Kings 22:1-3, 8, 10-12a, 13-17; 23:1-3 (NIV) 1 Josiah was eight years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem thirty-one years.... 2 He did what was ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The New Deal

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Sep 18, 2011

A different twist on the parable of the vineyard owner that offers who to those in desperate need of relief and recovery through the reforms of Jesus Christ.

INTRO Between the years 1933 and 1936, President Franklin D. Roosevelt enacted a series of economic programs called “The New Deal.” "His programs served as a response to the effects of the Great Depression, and “focused on what historians call the "3 Rs": Relief, Recovery, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Four Of The Hardest Words To Say

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Sep 18, 2011

A story about Naaman and the true meaning of being a sinner saved by grace.

"Four of the Hardest Words to Say" Now Naaman, captain of the host of the king of Syria, was a great man with his master, and honourable, because by him the LORD had given deliverance unto Syria: he was also a mighty man in valour... (2 Kings 5:1a KJV) Intro: In the northwestern Mediterranean ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 22 Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 6, 2010

In Psalm 22 we find assurance in the truth of God’s plan of salvation through the sacrifice of His Son, Jesus. Assurance and hope for all nations for all time.

Psalm 22 07/08/07 AM Text: Psalm 22:1-31 Introduction Few of the Psalms are any more interesting and intriguing to study than Psalm 22. But also, few of the Psalms are any more encouraging and motivating to our own faithfulness to God. I. Overview Psalm 22 Psalm 22 is a "messianic" psalm: it is a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Candles That Are More Than Just Wax....

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Feb 7, 2010

Using the different candles found in a trad. church as visual images to unpack what it means for Jesus to be Light of the World. preached 2/10/2010

Candlemas "Back in the days before electricity, a tight-fisted old farmer was taking his hired man to task for carrying a lighted lantern when he went to call on his girl friend. 'Why, when I went a-courting young ladies, I never carried a lantern. I always went in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Anglican

Batman, The Dark Knight: Endure Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010

A sermon about how the hero people need can be found in Jesus Christ, and we can endure in the face of evil and trials.

INTRO: Video * The Dark Knight is now the 2nd highest money maker grossing over 500 million * Just beating the previous record holder Spider Man 3 * Perhaps there is such a draw (in an uncertain time. * Because everyone really does want a hero * And perhaps all of them deal with their own ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Model Of Christian Experience Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010

Lead a life worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him. Bear fruit in every good work and as you grow in the knowledge of God. Read God’s word so you can get to know God better. Pray that God would give you his power to strengthen you?

Love is a great thing isn’t it? After all it is St Valentine’s Day. And even if it is the object of American cultural imperialism, even if it is taken over by advertising and media hype, love is what makes the world go ’round. What’s more, it’s at the core, the centre ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

The Lord’s My Shepherd; That’s All I Need Series

Contributed by Larry Wise on Dec 4, 2009

A message about how God meets our needs.

The Lord’s My Shepherd, That’s All I Need Psalm 23:1 Rev. R.I. Williams of Fairmont Park Methodist Church in Norfolk, VA called the newspaper office with his sermon title: “The Lord is my Shepherd” he told the paper. “Is that all?” he was asked. “That’s enough!” he answered. And sure enough, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get Off The Sin Cycle Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 7, 2009

Sermon #1 in the Judges series focuses on Othniel (chapter 1 & 3) and how God used him to deliver Israel after they repented of idolatry.

Get off the Sin Cycle Judges 3:7-11 (Othniel) Romans 6:15-23 INTRODUCTION: For the next 7 weeks, we’re going to be focusing on a book of the Bible that doesn’t tend to get a lot of attention. It is a book that is not that easy to preach. It gives unvarnished history of a tumultuous time ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming An Effective Witness For Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009

Jesus wants us to be witnesses for Him, who effectively share the good news of His grace with others.

Becoming an Effective Witness for Christ Acts 23:1-11 Intro: [Get picture of a BMW] Has anyone here ever owned a BMW? Has anyone here ever wanted to own a BMW? Well, it may shock you to know that Jesus gave His disciples a BMW before He went back to heaven. Well, sort of. In Acts 1, Jesus told His ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Purpose Of Christmas

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 9, 2010

God saves you FROM sin. He saves you FOR a purpose. He saves you BY His grace.

There is a purpose in everything we do. • We do not wake up every morning and then go through the motions of living. We make plans and seek to achieve something. It is odd to do anything without purpose. • If we know that, then we can expect God to have a purpose when He sent Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible