Sermons on Return:

The Coming King

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 3, 2002

This parable of Jesus tells us to: 1. Be Alert. 2. Be Prepared. 3. Be Filled.

I can still remember the excitement and confusion in the 1980’s which surrounded the publication of a booklet by Edgar Whisenant, a former NASA engineer, entitled 88 Reasons Why the Rapture Will Be in 1988. He sent his book out free to people all over the United States. There must have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

"God Is Ever-Watchful.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 6, 2001

FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST SEPTEMBER 16, 2001 LUKE 15:1-10

FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST SEPTEMBER 16, 2001 LUKE 15:1-10 Thank you Heavenly Father for being ever-watchful even when we are not and for seeking us out when we are lost and pointing us in the right direction when we lose something valuable. Amen. Title: “God is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

"In The Eternal Dimension We Need Have No Fear That Evil Will Haunt Us.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Oct 12, 2001

Year C, Psalm 121 October 21, 2001

Heavenly Father thank you for the gift of your awareness and the awareness of Christ within us, to give us power, not our own, but yours, to not only ward off evil, but to actually dismiss it. Amen. Title: “In the eternal dimension we need have no fear that evil will haunt us.” Psalm 121 Assurance ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Stained Glass Aquarium Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Oct 3, 2002

As Christians, we live in a spiritual fishbowl for all the world to see. Our reputation is at stake. The world needs to see a difference in us.

Be Ready! "The Stained Glass Aquarium" 1 Thes. 1 Intro. Israel is once again at war. We’ve all heard the news. It’s a powder-keg over there. Whenever something happens in Israel, we wonder again if this could be the end, when Jesus returns. It’s a valid question because we know that the end ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of Esther - A Heroine In Personal Crisis Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 6, 2001

The book of Esther is the biblical answer to Walt Disney’s story of Cinderella. An orphan girl from an enslaved nation ends up marrying the king. It’s short story at its finest.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: One of Megan’s favorite stories is Cinderella. She was the abused, ophaned house slave with no hope of a future or ever attending the royal ball much less luring the handsome prince into marrying her. Her fairy god-mother magically helps her to not only attend the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-16

Behold, I Am Coming Soon! Series

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 5, 2003

EASTER 7(C) - Believers are reminded that Jesus is coming soon which means we are to prepare now and welcome Him soon.

BEHOLD, I AM COMING SOON! REVELATION 22:12—17, 20 JUNE 1, 2003 REVELATION 22:12-17,20 12"Behold, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to everyone according to what he has done. 13I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:12-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Celebrating And Embracing God's Salvation

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 25, 2004

When we gather as the church, we -gather to celebrate and embrace God’s salvation!

The Sunday School teacher was extremely enthusiastic. She looked at the class of four-years olds and asked this question: “Does anyone know what today is?” A little girl held up her finger and said, “Yes today is Palm Sunday.” “That’s fantastic!” the teacher replied. “Does anyone know what next ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:9-10, Luke 24:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Forcing Yourself To Learn The Things You Don't Want To Learn

Contributed by Robert Pue on Sep 5, 2004

To be successful in life, you must force yourself to learn the things you don’t want to learn.

Christ is coming back...He’s coming back at 7:00 pm tomorrow night! Now, we realize that this is an absurd statement, because no one knows the day or the hour of His return. But humor me for just a few minutes. What if we all knew our Lord was going to return tomorrow evening at 7:00 pm? What if ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Promised Paradox Series

Contributed by David Haun on Feb 29, 2004

A stewardship sermon for pledge Sunday for for teaching as to how stewardship applies to our life.

GOD’S PROMISED PARADOX Luke 6:38 Dr. David L. Haun Hope Christian Church, Tamarac, Florida February 29, 2004 There are two language concepts that are confusing to some: the Paradox and the Oxymoron. Oxymoron’s are the joining together of what appears to be opposite and absurd concepts. There ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38, 1 Corinthians 16:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Principles Of Prayer And Prophecy Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Apr 23, 2004

What this passage tells us about 1) prayer 2) planning (guidance) 3) prophecy (and the end time)

Principles of prayer and prophecy Daniel 9:20-27 WBC 25.04.04pm I read a little while ago about a woman baking a pie at home when the school rings and tells her her son is ill. She calculates she can get there and back before the pie is done- so pops it in the oven and sprints off. They arrive ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:20-27

Denomination: Baptist

Hosea Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Apr 30, 2004

A one sermon coverage of the situation, sentiments and solution of Israel & Hosea’s circumstances.

Hosea WBC 2 May 04 pm Introduction I wonder how many of you would like to be a prophet? Well, you might feel quite different after this evening! The context in which Hosea is written is approx 8C BC. - So he’s a contemporary of the first 40 chapters of Isaiah, and of Jonah - but unlike Jonah ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Behold What Manner Of Love Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 2, 2005

God’s love is a powerful love. It’s a love that reaches out to us even while we’re being unfaithful. It’s a love that willingly pays the cost to win us back. But in the end it’s a love that must be taken up by those to whom it’s offered.

I’ve known a number of men over the years whose wives have left them. I remember one man who came home from work one day to discover his wife had had the removalists in and they’d taken everything apart from his personal belongings. I remember one man whose wife left him and his children for ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Birthmarks Of A Believer (B) Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jul 22, 2005

Series inspired by “What every Christian Ought to Know” by Adrian Rogers and “Saved without a Doubt” by John Macarthur

Sermon Series: “Blessed Assurance” Sermon #3: “Birthmarks of a Believer (B)” Text: I John 5:13 INTRODUCTION: Welcome to week 3 of a 5 week study on how to be assured of our salvation. We have learned so far that true salvation lies in our being ‘born again’ by God’s Grace through faith in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Flame That Won't Be Quenched Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jun 6, 2005

Despite the growing opposition to the gospel, Paul and Barnabas never stopped preachign the gospel, even at therisk of their lives. They also give a good example of mission strategy.

If you were here two weeks ago you’ll remember how, when Paul and Barnabas got to Pisidian Antioch they first went to the synagogue to speak about Jesus as the promised Messiah, but then when their message was rejected by the Jews they turned to the Gentiles. And the Gentiles gladly received this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-28

Denomination: Anglican

Preparing For Revival Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 30, 2006

What can we do as Christians to usher in a spirit of revival in today’s church.

Preparing for Revival Joel 2:12 – 18 How many of you are fans of David Letterman? I am not one to watch his show, but there is one aspect that I used to tune in for. I loved his top ten lists. Recently, I came across a top ten list that wasn’t written by David Letterman, but I think it is ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational