Sermons on Resurrection Hope:

Keep The Oil Flowing

Contributed by James May on Jul 29, 2007

When we come to the end of ourselves is when God provides all we need, just when we need it. His blessings never run dry.

Keep the Oil Flowing Sunday, July 29, 2007 – AM By Pastor Jim May Oil – the very word brings forth images of gushing wells of black gold as it comes out of the ground. It is a source of wealth, energy and power for our world. Without oil, most of the things that you enjoy as a part of every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dried Sticks Or Flourishing Vine

Contributed by James May on Aug 1, 2007

This sermon is concerning the story of the Fig Tree. The fig tree represented Israel, the church and each of us as Christians.

Dried Sticks or Flourishing Vine By Pastor Jim May On Thursday morning Jesus entered Jerusalem as a crowd stood beside the streets waving palm branches and throwing them down as a carpet for him to ride on. Others took off their outer coats and cast them at his feet as well. He entered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Still True

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 1, 2007

Much has changed in 2,000 years, but the most important things are still true.

Still True Acts 16:16-32 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - July 25, 2007 *Mary and I had a good time visiting her family last week in West Virginia, and while we were there, we made a visit to her daddy’s grave. The cemetery moves up a beautiful, steep hill behind a little ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-32

Denomination: Baptist

Parables Lamp, Seed, Mustard Seed: The Mysterious Principle

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Aug 3, 2007

The three parables are examined in detail. These parables are eschatological in nature. These parables are written to give us reassurance in our faith right now and also to give us insight concerning the nature of the coming of the kingdom of God.

Today in our Scripture Jesus teaches us three short parables which all tie together to form a fuller understanding of who God is and how he operates in our lives. You’ll notice as we read the Scripture today there are some verses that are quite difficult to understand and on a first reading we may ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Avoiding The Mistake Of Rebellion Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 6, 2007

In this lesson we look at the way God reacted when Israel rebelled against Moses on two occasions. God wants us to submit to and cooperate with the authorities he has placed in our lives.

Introduction: A. One of my embarrassing ministry mistakes came early on, while I was still in school at Harding. 1. I was working part-time as a minister for a congregation outside of town named the Highway Church of Christ. (Yes, it was right next to the highway.) 2. Anyhow, I was teaching a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming Loving & Sacrificial Series

Contributed by Scott Brewer on Aug 7, 2007

Loving others well is the chief evidence that one is a Christ follower.

An Incarnational, Missional People Becoming Loving & Sacrificial 1 John 3:11-24 Is there enough evidence to convict you of being a Christ-follower? Hamilton County Municipal Court Judge John Burlew was on the bench in April when Eric Hine, 43, of Cincinnati, came before him on a charge of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing To Build - 3

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Aug 8, 2007

In Order To Build Up, You Have To Dig Down!

Preparing To Build, Part 3 In Order To Build Up, You Have To Dig Down! Today, we continue our series about building. Two weeks ago, we started talking about building. Talking about the importance of building our church for God and building our lives for God. Our theme verse for this series is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Baptist

Eulogy Gary Jones

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 11, 2007

This is a eulogy for a believer who truly loved his wife. Most of the message centers on their relationship to each other and on following Christ.

Gary Jones by Rick Gillespie- Mobley Gary Jones, first a son, a twin brother, a husband, a business man, a friend and a follower of Jesus Christ. He has completed the circle of leaving his mother’s womb, impacting this world, and finally entering into the presence of God. The good news ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When We Don't Know What To Pray Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 12, 2007

You’re not alone when you’re in the ’groan zone.’

When We Don’t Know What to Pray Romans 8:26-27 Rev. Brian Bill 8/12/07 www.pontiacbible.org On August 1st, a terrible tragedy brought strangers together to pray. I’m reading from the StarTribune.com out of Minneapolis-St. Paul (8/6/07): “Lori Peterson, jogging on the path on West River Parkway, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Why Didn't God Pull The Weeds? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 12, 2007

This 2nd parable of Christ’s tells of an enemy that sowed "weeds" in the field of the Son of Man. But in the parable Christ instructs his laborers (the angels) not to yank out the weeds? How come?

OPEN: I’m told there are only two vegetables that are “perennial” - they don’t have to be replanted to produce on their own- several growing seasons. All other vegetables must be replanted every year. Quiz: What are the only two vegetables that don’t have to be replanted? (Rhubarb/ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Are We Losing Our Young People

Contributed by Brian Menear on Aug 16, 2007

Both the Church and parents face a growing problem of losing kids to "the world". Why is this happening and what can we do to prevent it?

Why Are We Losing Our Young People? (NIV) On April 20, 1999 in the small town of Littleton Colorado, two high school students Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold enacted and all out assault on Columbine High School. The boys plan was to kill hundreds of their peers using guns, knives, and homemade ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Man Of The Hour

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 25, 2007

Let’s take a look at Stephen’s life and how it stacks up against ours. 1- Full of grace 2- Did great wonders 3- Met mean opposition 4- Faced with death

INTRO.- ILL.- One Friday morning, a teacher came up with a novel way to motivate her class. She told them that she would read a quote and the first student to correctly identify who said it would receive the rest of the day off. She started with “This was England’s finest hour.” Little Suzy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparation For Promotion Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 26, 2007

Part 4 of this series.

Preparation For Promotion Part 4: Test of Forgiveness Scriptures: Deuteronomy 23:4, 6; Romans 12:14; Genesis 50:14, 15, 19-21 Introduction: This will be the final message in this series on Preparation for Promotion. In this message we will look at the final test, the test of forgiveness. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 23:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Christian!

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Aug 26, 2007

If being a follower of Christ means something, prove it!

If you want the free powerpoint that goes with this sermon, please email me (jaywmc@aol.com) and reference this sermon title. Be Christian! James 1:19-27 If being a follower of Christ means something, prove it! Sunday Morning Sermon 08.26.07 Intro: (Start with title and text) What would happen if ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rebels Without A Chance Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007

Times have changed and the names on the map have changed, but God remains the same and man’s response to Him remains the same. God’s pattern of judgment remains the same also.

1. God’s grace 2. Man’s response 3. Man’s conviction 4. God’s judgment How many times have you ever heard a sermon that you thought, “Boy, I wish so-and-so was here.” Or, “I hope so-and-so is listening.” One thing, preachers love hearing Amens. So much so, that some will fall into the trap of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist