Sermons on Reverential Fear:

Dirty Barns

Contributed by Greg Waddell on Dec 10, 2002

Evangelism is like raising oxen.

"Where no oxen are, the manger is clean, But much revenue comes by the strength of the ox" (Prov. 14:4). INTRODUCTION: What does this have to do with evangelism or missions? I. EVANGELISM IS MESSY. A. Like the oxen in this proverb, dealing with people--bringing in new people and working with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:4, Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is God When Everything Goes Wrong?

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 19, 2002

Sometimes we wonder where God is when everything is going wrong in our lives. But God never leaves us or forsakes us!

GENESIS 39:20-21 “WHERE IS GOD WHEN EVERYTHING GOES WRONG?” A) Have you ever had one of those days when everything that could go wrong did go wrong? * Have you ever had one of those days when the harder you try to do things right, the easier things seem to go wrong? * I read about a man who ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Where You're Going

Contributed by James Botts on Dec 26, 2002

One of the most common questions people ask is, "Is it possible to know where I am going to go when I die?" The Bible says that we can know for sure that we have eternal life. "Knowing Where You’re Going" spells out what the Bible says about how to secu

The Crossing Community Church “Knowing Where You’re Going” Pastor Jim Botts September 15th, 2002 Introduction This past week we were inundated by the images and memories from the tragedy of 9-11. Last year we were asking, “where was God on September 11th?” But this year we’re asking a different ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Twenty Answers To Common Objections To Becoming A Christian

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 28, 2002

Always be ready to give a logical defense to anyone who ask you to account for the hope that is in you, but do it courteously and respectfully. Do it with a clear conscience so that when you are falsely accused as evildoers, those who threaten you abusive

Answers to Common Objections to Becoming a Christian I Pet 3:15,16 - "But in your hearts set Christ as holy (and acknowledge Him) as Lord. Always be ready to give a logical defense to anyone who ask you to account for the hope that is in you, but do it courteously and respectfully. Do it with a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Some Ask, "Why Does God Allow Evil And Suffering In The World?"

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 28, 2002

God is so great that nothing happens without His permission, and in that permission His ultimate plan unfolds. In His plan He is able to use for good what man intends for evil. God is in control

Illustration:As C.S. Lewis wrote, "The greatest evil is not done in those sordid ’dens of crime’ that Dickens loved to paint...it is conceived and...moved, seconded, carried, and minuted...in clean, carpeted, warmed, and well-lighted offices, by quiet men with white collars and cut fingernails and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Not Overcomplicate The Gospel's Message – Rom. 10:5-13

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 28, 2001

How to Not Overcomplicate the Gospel’s Message – Rom. 10:5-13

How to Not Overcomplicate the Gospel’s Message – Rom. 10:5-13 Why do you suppose that so many well meaning Christians overcomplicate the gospel with extraneous ideas, traditions and requirements? Millions of people have the mistaken notion that to become a Christian is so difficult that it is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:5-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do Some People Refuse To Be Saved? - Rom. 10:1-11

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 29, 2001

Why Do Some People Refuse to Be Saved? - Rom. 10:1-11

Why Do Some People Refuse to Be Saved? - Rom. 10:1-11 We in America now boast of being the strongest nation on the earth with 285 million people. However, only 28% of Americans claim to have been born again leaving 205 million who are yet to make a decision to trust Christ for eternal life. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's Love Got To Do With It?

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 2, 2002

Discusses Paul’s use of love as the yardstick for Christian living, then turns to several congregational issues to ask what the loving response would be.

Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany (Year C) 1 Corinthians 13, is a popular passage to use for wedding sermons, because of course the topic is love. Brides and grooms have often chosen this lesson because of the beautiful, poetic prose it contains. But Paul did not write this to the Corinthians so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Outreach: A Partnership Of Trust Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 14, 2002

Outreach is a partnership of trust, where God trusts us and we trust God. Knowing which part we are responsible is essential for effective outreach.

Note: This sermon was introduced with a drama called "Conversion" In many ways, sharing our faith in Jesus Christ can feel like coming out of the closet with a dark secret. In our culture today, talking about your faith seems too personal for public discourse. People prefer that we keep issues of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stage Two: For The Sake Of Others

Contributed by Doug Koehler on Jan 25, 2002

What is often overlooked about this text is the fact that Peter and Andrew were already disciples of Jesus (Matthew refers to Simon’s new name, Peter) when they were called to be fishers of men. After they have already followed Jesus for their own sakes,

Matthew 4 verse 19-20 What is often overlooked about this text is the fact that Peter and Andrew were already disciples of Jesus (Matthew refers to Simon’s new name, Peter) when they were called to be fishers of men. After they have already followed Jesus for their own sakes, now they were being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:13-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Woman And The Dragon: The Place Of The Church In The Last Days Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 27, 2002

The place of the church in the last days is: 1. They will be God’s witnesses. 2. They will be persecuted. 3. They will be victorious.

The book of Revelation is filled with strange and wonderful symbolism which is charged with emotion. Here, in chapter 12, a woman appears clothed with the sun, the moon under her feet and a crown of twelves stars on her head. The woman represents the people of Israel (Genesis 37:9). The sun is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Nightmare On Johnson Ave.

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002

Living without Jesus is the scariest experience that you will ever have.

Oct 22, 2000 Luke 8:27-39 “Nightmare on Johnson Ave.” INTRODUCTION A very wealthy man bought a huge ranch in Arizona and he invited some of his closest associates in to see it. After touring some of the 1500 acres of mountains and rivers and grasslands, he took everybody to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:27-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Enemy Of Evangelism

Contributed by Corey Howse on Jan 30, 2002

THIS SERMON IS DESIGNED TO MAKE CHRISTIANS AWARE THAT SATAN IS AN ENEMY OF EVANGELISM.

THE ENEMY OF EVANGELISM In this passage we see Jesus teaching a parable to the multitude on the shore. This passage shows us three clear pictures,the Sower which is the Messiah, the soil which is man,and satan which is mammon. In the first three verses we see that Jesus has a plan, he is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Venciendo Lo Que Nos Vence

Contributed by Gabriel Cortes on Feb 1, 2002

Sentí de Dios predicar este mensaje un mes después de la tragedia del 11/9/01 y forma parte de la serie "Tratando con nuestras emociones".

VENCIENDO LO QUE NOS VENCE INTRODUCCIÓN En esta mañana, era mi plan hablar del trabajo y de nuestro papel como cristianos en él, pero Dios, como lo hace muchas veces, cambió mis planes. ILL En el 1997 se publicó una encuesta que descubrió las cosas a las cuales las personas temían más: - 54% ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

How Would You Bind The Hands Of The Lord?

Contributed by Ronald Wofford on Sep 21, 2002

Many people today, just like the soldiers in the garden of Gesthamene have learned how to bind the hands of the Lord.

“HOW WOULD YOU BIND THE HANDS OF THE LORD?” John 18:12 “Then the band and the captain and officers of the Jews took Jesus, and bound him,” This creature called Man has incredible abilities and his knowledge is ever increasing. During his existence he has learned to do the most unbelievable ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12