Sermons on Revealing:

The Heart Of Worship: Avoiding The P.d.r. Disease

Contributed by Rick George on Apr 18, 2008

Looking at John 4:21-24, we discover what Jesus really wants from us in our worship.

Open the eyes of my heart – of our hearts. What does that really mean? You know we sing these songs of worship on Sunday morning or with the radio day in and day out, but do we really take the time to think through the words and to search the scriptures to make sure what we are singing is ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Education

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Mar 20, 2010

A study of how Christ taught us pray and what it means to our daily prayer life.

Scripture Ref: Luke 11:1-13 Matthew 6:7-9a Other References: The Believer’s Bible Commentary Based in part on a message by Bob Deffinbaugh 1. Introduction a. Trinity Baptist Church is taking a bold journey—a journey of faith, a journey of love, and with God’s help, a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

The Inexpressible And Glorious Joy Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 15, 2010

We learn from this section that our joy is based on God's mercy, our inheritance, our faith, and God's prophesies and promises.

Introduction: A. Let’s start with this cartoon. 1. The cartoon shows a grumpy boy heading off to school with his dad reminding him: “This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it.” 2. The boy replied: “I know ‘this is the day the Lord has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In God We Trust

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 2, 2010

Our national motto is , "In God We Trust". How much are you willing to trust Him?

July 4, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Psalm 33:6-22 Subject: God’s Autonomy Title: In God We Trust Happy Fourth of July! It is great to be an American today! We may not be thrilled with the direction that our elected leadership is taking our nation, but we still have the freedom to change that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Story - Sermon 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 31, 2011

The Story is a view of God's Story and involvement with His people. Inspired by Max Lucado and Randy Frazee.

The Story - Chapter 4 October 3, 2010 I heard about a story about a very wealthy lawyer from Chicago who came to Indiana to do some dove hunting. He was out hunting and he shot a dove and killed it and it landed on the other side of a fence. So, the wealthy Chicago lawyer went to get his dove ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Trinity

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 2, 2012

The doctrine of the Trinity is a distinctive mark of Christianity. Though there are “triads” of divinities in many of the world’s religions and philosophies, none of these carries any similarities to the Christian teaching concerning the Trinity.

Title: What the Bible Says About the Trinity Scripture Reading: 1 John 5:7 Text: For there are three that bear witness in heaven: the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit; and these three are one (1 John 5:7) The doctrine of the Trinity is a distinctive mark of Christianity. Though there ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit: The Answer For Our Confusion Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 23, 2014

Wisdom, Help, Peace, Prayer

Romans 8:26-27 July 24, 2022 Introduction: Have you ever heard this quote...”If you want to make God laugh...tell Him your plans!” I think that’s what James meant when he said, “Now listen you who say we’ll go here and we’ll do that...we’ll carry on business and make money. Why you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Conformed To The Image Of His Son: A Family Resemblance Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Apr 16, 2013

We are all in a process of change, "becoming something." Followers of Christ have been called to the highest of purposes: honoring the Preeminence of Christ while we are being conformed to His very image.

CONFORMED TO THE IMAGE OF HIS SON: A Family Resemblance Romans 8:29 We all were BORN into a human family; we all had a father and a mother and, for better or for worse, we acquired certain traits and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Sep 6, 2014

Do you understand what it means to experience the riches of God's grace in Christ? In this passage we will see something of what God has given to us in Christ.

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ Part 2 Christ: The Sum of All Ephesians 1:7-12 In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace, which He lavished upon us. In all wisdom and insight He made known to us the mystery of His will, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-12

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What The Bible Says About The Trinity Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 30, 2012

The doctrine of the Trinity is a distinctive mark of Christianity. Though there are “triads” (a set of 3) of divinities in many of the world’s religions and philosophies, none of these carries any similarities to the Christian teaching concerning the Tri

Title: What the Bible Says About the Trinity Text: For there are three that bear witness in heaven: the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit; and these three are one (1 John 5:7) Scripture Reading: 1 John 5:7 The doctrine of the Trinity is a distinctive mark of Christianity. Though there ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth - 1:6-22 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 23, 2012

Naomi and Ruth return, God begins to heal and work in their lives...

TEACHING BRIEF Date Written: July 23, 2012 Date Taught: July 11, 2012 Church: OPBC (Wed Night) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: A Study in the Book of Ruth Text: Ruth 1:6-22 (read passage) Introduction: 6Then Naomi heard in Moab that the Lord had blessed his people in Judah by giving them good ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6-22, Ruth 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

Who Wrote The Epistle To The Hebrews? Series

Contributed by Duane F. Giles on Jan 13, 2019

Who wrote it? For whom was it written? For what purpose was it written? If it’s to the Hebrews then was it originally written in Hebrew?

Who it was The Epistle to the Hebrews written to? -The Greek copies had “to the Hebrews” written above the beginning, and many believe this was written for those born as physical Israelites. In James’ Epistle, he wrote “to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad,” as brethren; and Peter ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1, Jude 1:3

The Heart Of The Father - Father's Day

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Jun 19, 2021

Do you ever consider the Heart of our Heavenly Father? This message attempts to bring you into a greater understanding of the heart of the Father on Father's Day.

John 17:25-26 (KJV) O righteous Father, the world hath not known thee: but I have known thee, and these have known that thou hast sent me. 26 And I have declared unto them thy name, and will declare it: that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them. I've been ...read more

Scripture: John 17:25-26, Romans 12:3, Genesis 1:27, Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Church Of God

"See A Sign Of Your Savior’s Glory!”

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Feb 21, 2022

Today through the Word of God before us we too will be led to see our Savior’s glory through the miracle he performed. May the Holy Spirit take us back to a wedding in Cana and to the miraculous sign that Jesus gave as a witness to his glory!

A man and his dog were walking along a beach. After walking a good distance, they met another man walking toward them. The owner of the dog was proud of his dog’s abilities. So when the other man showed interest in his dog he had his pet show off for the stranger. He had him sit, speak, and ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

"the Importance Of Humility" Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"The Importance of Humility" Luke 14:7-14 Pastor John Bright Luke 14 7 When he noticed how the guests picked the places of honor at the table, he told them this parable: 8 “When someone invites you to a wedding feast, do not take the place of honor, for a person more distinguished than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14, Genesis 3:5, Romans 8:26-27, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Proverbs 3:34, Acts 10:25-28, Acts 10:34, Acts 11:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist