Sermons on Respectability:

The World That Christ Entered

Contributed by George Johnston on Mar 6, 2003

This is an historical look at the conditions in Palestine when Jesus was born.

The World That Christ Entered 1. At the birth of Christ the world was united under one scepter. a. From the Euphrates to the Atlantic; from the mouths of the Rhine to the slopes of the Atlas, the Roman Emperor was the sole lord. b. There might be war on the far eastern ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Plugged In To Celebrate God's Goodness? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

When God’s people returned to Jerusalem after nearly a century of exile, they found their city in ruins. The Temple of God–where they believed God lived–was destroyed. This is a story about how God’s people plugged in to His supernatural power.

Are You Plugged in to Celebrate God’s Goodness? Ezra 3:10-13 by Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION I have a light here, but it’s not doing what it was created to do. It’s not shining. The reason it isn’t fulfilling its purpose for existence is because it isn’t plugged in to a source of power. I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Wonder Of His Service Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jul 19, 2004

To see Jesus’ service and increase our commitment

“THE WONDER OF HIS SERVICE” LUKE 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION: This summer our youth are going on a mission trip to Mexico. Our youth minister, Doug and his “right hand lady” in this endeavor, Diane Sutton, wondered if they would get enough sponsors to go on a hot, dirty and hard trip like this. When I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Break Out

Contributed by David Richardson on May 22, 2004

The majority of the world’s population has a religion. Do you know to what god they bow down?

----- Break Out ----- I. Introduction The wonder of the Lord never ceases to amaze His people. Whether it be providing finances to a chosen servant to move their house, healing an incurable disease, or providing water to a chosen nation wandering in the desert, He is ready to bless those that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Devoted To God

Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 26, 2006

The role of elder is a ministry of leadership.

DEVOTED TO GOD Acts 6.1-7; I Timothy 3.1-7 S: Church Structure C: Elders Th: A People with Purpose Pr: THE ROLE OF ELDER IS A MINISTRY OF LEADERSHIP ?: How? How do we come to that conclusion? KW: Topics TS: We will find in our study of Scripture four topics that guide us in our understanding of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

There Is None Like Him

Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 27, 2006

This is a message from the Book of Revelation to help prepare us for His soon return.

THERE IS NONE LIKE HIM TEXT: REVELATION 1:8-20 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: The intelligent eternality of God is seen in this eighth verse as Christ reveals Himself as the Alpha and Omega. With Him being such, He is qualified to communicate to all ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Hero Behind The Hero Series

Contributed by Grant Van Boeschoten on Dec 4, 2007

Mordecai is the Hero behind the Hero named Esther. This sermon is an insightful look at the whole story of Esther with some points for how you can be "The Hero behind the Hero".

The Hero Behind the Hero Grant van Boeschoten December 2, 2007 Our message today comes from the book of Esther and the main character is the Hero behind the Hero, Mordecai. Mordecai was born into captivity. He was a Jew living in Persia, in the city of Susa. Mordecai’s cousin’s Jewsish name was ...read more

The Challenge Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 18, 2008

John 3:16 is known to all. Other 3:16 passages in the New Testament teach us important things about Jesus as well. This is Revelation 3:16

(adapted from a sermon series by Tom Ellsworth) SERIES: “DISCOVERING JESUS: The Other 3:16’s” TEXT: REVELATION 3:14-22 TITLE: “THE CHALLENGE OF JESUS” OPEN: A. I’m a fan of the “Rocky” movies 1. As a former Golden Gloves boxer, I can tell you that the fight scenes are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dating Before And After Marriage Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jun 4, 2007

Dating: Before and After Marriage. Part 1 in series Relationships That Work. This sermon looks at how unmarried and married couples can date better.

Dating, Before and After Marriage Relationships That Work, part 1 Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers May 20, 2007 I Googled the word “love” this week. You know how many results came back? Exactly 1 billion, 60 million. One billion, sixty million! Interesting stuff. There was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

Parenting: Who's In The Driver's Seat Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 18, 2004

Parents must take the wheel and steer their families in the right direction

Life In The Fast Lane Parenting: Who’s In The Driver’s Seat? Psalm 127:3-5 Woodlawn Baptist Church October 17, 2004 Introduction Since today is Sunday School Teacher appreciation day, I wanted to take a minute to thank our teachers for their labor and faithfulness to the Lord in their classes. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Mentoring Women Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 2, 2004

This morning we’re going to study three verses from Titus 2 to discover the ministry job description for women.

Three women were walking along the beach: a blonde, a redhead and a brunette. They found a genie’s lamp so they rubbed it and the genie came out. Since there were three of them the genie said that each of them would be granted one wish. The brunette said she wouldn’t mind being smarter, and poof, ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3-5, Titus 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Twisted Truth Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

Sermon examines compromises and deception found in story of Micah and the Levite which serve as warnings against self-justification.

Twisted Truth Series: Lessons from Judges #3 Judges 17:1-18:31[1] 7-31-05 Intro What happens to God’s people when they loose sight of their God-given calling? What happens to God’s people when they fail to honor the word of God as their standard of lifestyle—when they mix worldly ideas with ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Love - Part 2

Contributed by Paul George on Jul 17, 2003

In chapter one Malachi addressed the subject of God’s compassion for Israel (verses 1-5). In verses 6-14 the priests and the people are charged with cheating, offering defective animals for sacrifices. In this chapter the unfaithfulness of the priests, th

In chapter one Malachi addressed the subject of God’s compassion for Israel (verses 1-5). In verses 6-14 the priests and the people are charged with cheating, offering defective animals for sacrifices. In this chapter the unfaithfulness of the priests, the violation of the ordinance of marriage, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

Who Is This Guy? Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Aug 5, 2003

As God’s unique Son sent for us, Jesus is unique and in a category all by himself.

Some people have an amazing ability to walk into a foreign situation and immediately take charge of it. The recent Stephen Spielberg movie Catch Me If You Can is about a guy who’s like that. Catch Me If You Can is based on the real life story of Frank Abagnale, Jr. Frank Abagnale has one of those ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:27-33, Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sowing And Reaping

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jun 22, 2013

Just as there are laws of nature that govern the universe, there are also moral and spiritual laws that God has written into His creation.

Sowing And Reaping Genesis 8:22 - While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, winter and summer, and day and night shall not cease. God has established some natural principles in His universe that are unbending. Certain things happen with consistency. When Isaac Newton observed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:22

Denomination: Charismatic