Sermons on Restriction:

Why The Wise Men? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jan 1, 2019

Why would the wise men take the risk, go to great expense, take a long and dangerous journey to find a special Child?

The why’s of Christmas. That has been our sermon series this Christmas season. "Why Christmas" in the first place Why did Jesus come? We looked at why 2,000 years ago. We considered last week, why Mary. Today we will examine why the wise men. Why did these astrologers from a far ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Buried By A Friend Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 16, 2019

Following the crucifixion, the hill of Calvary had grown silent. The sneering crowds had gone, and the soldiers were left to their work. An unlikely candidate showed up to remove Jesus' body and provide for His burial.

Buried by a Friend Mark 15: 42-47 Our text records a somber and uncertain time for Jesus’ followers. He and the other malefactors are now dead. Calvary has become silent as the mocking crowds have dispersed, leaving the soldiers to their work. From a human perspective, all seemed lost as Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Covenant With Abraham Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Mar 28, 2018

The covenant making God renews His covenant with Abram, and changes his name to Abraham.

Last Sunday, we started a new series entitled “Covenant.” Or, we think about the old covenant—that which is revealed in the Old Testament, or the new covenant—meaning that which is revealed in the New Testament. We are examining the idea of covenant from the biblical perspective. God is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Divine Scrutiny

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 31, 2019

A study in Psalm 26: 1 - 12

Psalm 26: 1 – 12 Divine Scrutiny A Psalm of David. 1 Vindicate me, O LORD, for I have walked in my integrity. I have also trusted in the LORD; I shall not slip. 2 Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; Try my mind and my heart. 3 For Your lovingkindness is before my eyes, and I have walked in Your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Blessed Are The Flexible For They Shall Not Be Bent Out Of Shape

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Aug 23, 2019

What is in our lives that 'cripples' us from receiving the blessings from Jesus

Luke 13:10-17 For many years there has been a saying that I have been using. I learned it in business and it has become my tenth beatitude: “Blessed are the flexible for they shall not be bent out of shape.” We hear in the Gospel today that the woman was bent out of shape. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17, Luke 10:12-14

Denomination: Episcopal

Confident To Serve Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 25, 2019

As Jesus continued to provide instructions regarding the ministry He had called the disciples to engage, again He emphasized the difficulty they would encounter. Although this was a worthy task, with eternal implications, their opposition would be evident and extensive.

Confident to Serve Matthew 10: 23-28 As we continue to study the conversation Jesus had with the disciples in order to prepare them for Kingdom ministry, again we find the Lord being totally honest with them about what to expect. While their task was certainly worthwhile, having eternal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson #8: To Become A Merciful And Faithful High Priest Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 30, 2019

The element of solidarity: the champion emerges out of the people; he can represent them only because he is one of them. Similarly, the high priest is chosen from among the people; he can represent them effectively only because He enjoys solidarity with the people.

6/17/19 Tom Lowe Lesson #8: TO BECOME A MERCIFUL AND FAITHFUL HIGH PRIEST (HEBREWS 2:17-18) Scripture: Hebrews 2:17-18 (NIV) 17 For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Cleansing The Temple Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 9, 2018

As Jesus entered Jerusalem triumphantly, He entered the Temple, considering what He saw. Being displeased with much that was going on, He returned on Monday to set His Father's house in order.

Cleansing the Temple Mark 11: 15-19 In our last study we discussed Jesus cursing the fig tree as He made His way to Jerusalem. While this was a physical act, it had spiritual implications. Jesus cursed the fig tree as He and the disciples were headed to the Temple on what most agree was Monday ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Of Thermometer And Thermostat

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on May 28, 2018

With temperatures varying depending upon the weather outside, two like-sounding instruments come to our mind instinctively-thermometer and thermostat. Yours Truly in the midst of "sweltering Indian summer" has woven some spiritual truths around these two.

Of Thermometer and Thermostat Believers’ In every sweltering summer the temperatures soar. With mercury on the rise, oh how our tongues crave for that cool “elixir of life” (read pot or fridge water)! By the same token in chilly winter, the warm clothing shunned in summer now appears ...read more

Denomination: *other

Seeking A Better Portrait

Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 28, 2018

While much of your portrait might already be painted there is still time to embrace God’s will and allow Him to be the guide in painting His portrait for you!

Seeking a Better Portrait Acts 17:24-28 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 We have been created in the image of God and given specific spiritual gifts to become and serve as the person God has designed us to be! While we know this to be true, many Christians either do not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting And Ready For Heaven Series

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Dec 30, 2019

The dreaded waiting room - filled with anticipation and uncertainty. What if you could take away that uncertainty - knowing what the outcome was going to be? Great! That's what God does as we wait for heaven. He reveals the outcome and it's glorious!

Do you enjoy the waiting room? I’ve had a lot of experience in waiting rooms throughout the years. As nice and comfortable as hospitals and doctors’ offices attempt to make them, I don’t know of anyone who really looks forward to sitting in a waiting room. It is always a place filled with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-30

Denomination: Lutheran

The Voice Of Christmas

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 3, 2013

There are so many sounds and voices that bombard us during the thanksgiving and Christmas season. We need to make time to hear the voice of Christmas over the noise of daily life.

Intro: There are so many things we hear at this time of year. Good sayings like “Merry Christmas,” Good songs like “Silent Night,” “I’m Dreaming of a white Christmas,” “Joy to the World,” “Jesus is born today,” Then you come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Sin?

Contributed by David Leach on Jan 9, 2014

You and I may have our own opinions as to what constitutes sin and what doesn’t.

What is sin? You and I may have our own opinions as to what constitutes sin and what doesn’t. In fact most people including most Christians have an incredibly narrow view of sin that is limited to some of the vilest, outward and grievous sins like murder, rape, bank robbery and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanks For Not Running Away Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 15, 2015

Let's talk about the high value of motherhood, the glorious vision of motherhood, the taxing reality of motherhood, and the ultimate restoration of motherhood (Adapted from: http://www.jubilee.org.za/documents/Booklet1_MotherhoodArticle_000.pdf)

HoHum: Went shopping for Mother’s Day card- Most over the top sappy and syrupy sweet. Found one that made me LOL- Front (picture of a woman with two suitcases) Mom - I'm sure you've thought of it a few times... Inside: ...but thanks for not running away! Happy Mother's Day! Now that's ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Armed Forces

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 16, 2015

Armed Forces Day is time set aside to recognize members of the Armed Forces that are currently serving. I would propose to you that we can and should show appreciation for those who are presently serving in the Armed Forces.

Title: Appropriate Praise Theme: Biblically Supporting Our Armed Forces The Bible says, "No king is saved by the size of his army; no warrior escapes by his great strength. A horse is a vain hope for deliverance; despite all its great strength it cannot save. But the eyes of the LORD are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational