Sermons on Residue Of Men:

The Holy Spirit Builds A Tower That Will Never Fall

Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 27, 2004

How God divided man through Babel and reunites them through the Holy Spirit and Christ

May 30, 2004 Genesis 11:1-9 Now the whole world had one language and a common speech. As men moved eastward, they found a plain in Shinar and settled there. They said to each other, “Come, let’s make bricks and bake them thoroughly.” They used brick instead of stone, and tar for mortar. Then ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

A Church That Serves Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 5, 2008

Congregations are not spiritual spas. They’re places where needs are met and people are served.

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 6:1-7 TITLE: “A CHURCH THAT SERVES” OPEN: A. A number of years ago, a team of white-jacketed scientists marched with clipboards in hand into the barnyard and sat down outside the chicken coop. They were there to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Better Than Revenge Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 16, 2009

In this lesson we see David put in two situations where he could enact revenge on Saul. In both cases he does not take matters into his own hands, but trusts in the Lord. We learn the lesson that we can experience something better than revenge.

Introduction: A. One day an elderly lady was getting ready to pull her Cadillac into a parking space when a young man whipped into her spot in his red sports car. 1. He got out and she put her window down and said, “Who do you think you are, Sonny?” 2. The young man replied, “I’m young and I’m ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Study Of The Book Of Romans Lesson #13 Series

Contributed by James May on Aug 19, 2014

This study covers Romans Chapter 5:9-21

Book of Romans Lesson # 13 Romans 5:9 - 21 By Rev. James May What a Great God we serve. He is a God that loved us even while we were lost in sin and living in rebellion against his love. We had spurned his love as he tried to reach us so many times, but he never gave up on us. The heart of God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:9-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Marriage Belongs To God Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 18, 2015

In this sermon, we explore the fact that God created marriage, therefore, marriage belongs to God. God's higher purpose for marriage is to proclaim the gospel. Much from this sermon comes from chapter 6 in David Platt’s book, Counter Culture.

Introduction: A. Our sermon for today continues our series called Marriage Matters. 1. Last week, we discussed the fact that marriage ain’t easy. 2. We talked about some myths about marriage that can set us up for marriage failure. 3. Today, we want to explore the fact that marriage ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Bold For Christ

Contributed by Doug Gorman on Apr 11, 2016

We need to be bold for Christ and His Church!

AW Tozer said, “The true follower of Christ will not ask, "If I embrace this truth, what will it cost me?" Rather they will say, "This is truth. God help me to walk in it, let come what may!" How many times have you had the chance to witness to someone about Christ and failed to do so because ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Following Jesus Without Denominationalism Series

Contributed by Sam Baker on Mar 25, 2012

Consider this . . . some of the ‘objective’ standards of authority could be the sources outside of ourselves that we look to direct us . . .

Following Jesus without Denominationalism Part 6: ‘What Many Accept as Authority in Religion’ Within the last message, I endeavored to show you three things . . . (1) That it is through the writing of the apostles, the “apostles’ doctrine” that the LORD speaks and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Promise Keeper Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 26, 2020

This message discusses three commitments a father should give to his children and then be a promise keeper and keep them.

Father’s Day 2020 Scripture: Job 1:1, 5; Hebrews 11:7; Romans 12:1-2; Matthew 24:37-39 In reference to Solomon, David’s son, God said, “I will be his father, and he shall be My son. If he commits iniquity, I will chasten him with the rod of men, and with the stripes of the children of men: ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-5, Hebrews 11:7, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Leading Under Fire Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 1, 2021

If you want to lead people effectively under fire, develop a strong relationship with Christ over time, shepherd the people you lead, and exercise oversight as a willing, eager example for others to follow.

245 years ago today, 56 of our country’s leaders signed our Declaration of Independence. It marked the birthday of the United States of America on July 4, 1776. Many people have paid tribute to that day over the years, but no one said it better than Paul Harvey on July 4, 1974, two years before our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4, Mark 10:42-45

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Going Through The Fire

Contributed by Dennis Jones on Feb 16, 2003

Sometimes we feel like we are going through a lot of unnecessary hard times. Some people like to say they are going through the fire.

Sometimes we feel like we are going through a lot of unnecessary hard times. Some people like to say they are going through the fire. My bible tells me that God will be there for me any time any place. Even in the middle of the fire like He was for Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego. Open with ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-6, Daniel 3:12-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Inspirational Lighthouse Story Series

Contributed by Ernest Corty on Apr 7, 2004

A short vesper or devotional on keeping your light burning for Christ. It uses the lighthouse as an example.

On various occasions I have had need for a short devotional, vesper or bedtime story, if you will. Inevitably I have returned to a favorite of mine that I located many years ago in a Leadership of Youth Groups publication by Farmland Industries, Kansas City, Missouri. I have considerably ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Church Of God

What Kind Of A Legacy Will You Leave?

Contributed by Jay Winters on Jun 29, 2008

Peter and Paul Sunday is one in which we celebrate the legacies of these apostles, but they would remind us that we only that we celebrate Christ’s legacy in our lives.

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three In One who has reserved for us the crown of righteousness. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, This year, over 600 students at Florida State are going to be the first people in their families to go to college. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-18

Denomination: Lutheran

When Therabbi Says Come Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 11, 2008

A look at the historic process of becoming a disciple using material from Ray Vander Laan and some practical applications into our lives today.

“Breathless” A study of the gospel of Mark “When the Rabbi says Come” March 16, 2008 Me: As a student, I had a seminary professor who saw more in me than I saw in myself. He challenged me to throw myself into ministry and to passionately follow God. To this day, I still talk with him and he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Another Jesus

Contributed by Grant Gregory on Sep 9, 2006

Paul warned the Church at Corinth about false teachers who preached "another Jesus".

Another Jesus 2 Cor. 11:3-4 "But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtlety, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ. “For if he that cometh preacheth another Jesus, whom we have not preached, or if ye receive another spirit, which ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Celebrating Christmas Series

Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on Dec 30, 2006

This sermon tells us that irrespective of our situations and circumstances, the Lord has a message for us at Christmas.

Topic: Celebrating Christmas Text: Math. 2: 11, Lk. 2: 8-20. By: Pastor Dr. ‘Sola Oni, Houston South Foursquare Church, Houston, TX 77072 Introduction: Christmas means different things to different people. To some it means a time of giving and receiving, to others, it is a time of decorating, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:11

Denomination: Pentecostal