Sermons on Ripped Apart:

Can We Trust The Bible? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 1, 2008

God gives us his word that we might see to live.

Scripture Introduction One of the fun parts of a vacation way in the north woods is that we were far from city lights. Gazing across Lake Huron offers a virtually uninterrupted perception of darkness. The black seems solid, so effectively does it hide all other objects. On Saturday night, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be Still

Contributed by James May on Apr 13, 2008

A message dealing with the false doctrine of the New Age Movement as expounded by Oprah Winfrey and her spiritual guides.

Be Still Pastor Jim May Psalms 46:10 says, "Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth." Be still! How many times have you said that to someone? In this life we are faced with activity all around us. We often refer to life itself as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:11-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Buyer's Remorse

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Feb 24, 2009

I would bet that the disciples, when Jesus was off praying by himself, would discuss among themselves whether all this was worth it. Have we been scammed? I bet they had some buyer’s remorse. Some anxiety. Some uncertainty about their choice. I would!!

Walking in the Reign #5 Treasure and Pearl - Matthew 13:44-46 SLIDE 1 A city boy, Kenny, moved to the country and bought a donkey from an old farmer for $100.00. The farmer agreed to deliver the donkey the next day. The next day the farmer drove up and said, "Sorry son, but I have some bad news, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loving Your Enemies

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 2, 2009

Jesus actions during the passion narrative of Mark are evidence and illustration of loving one’s enemies.

LOVING YOUR ENEMIES Mark 15:1-20 Sermon Objective: A communion sermon; Jesus actions during the passion narrative of Mark are evidence and illustration of loving one’s enemies. Supporting Scripture: Leviticus 19:18; Luke 6:27-36; Romans 5:10; Romans 12:17; 1 John 4:9-10 MARK 15:1-20 Simply put, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-20

Denomination: Nazarene

"A Call To The Undecided"

Contributed by Frankie Melton on Jun 23, 2008

A call to those who are hesitating to make a decision for Christ.

“A Call to the Undecided” 1 Kings 18:17-39 It was Thursday, May 1st, five days after Aron Ralston had first entered Utah’s Bluejohn Canyon on what should have been an eight-hour, 13-mile hike. But on his way, while scrambling through a narrow section of the sandstone slot, Ralston dislodged a 1, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:17-39

Denomination: Baptist

Set Free

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jul 27, 2008

We are sinners set free by the grace of Almighty God.

Text: “But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves to God, the benefit you reap leads to holiness, and the result is eternal life” (Romans 6:22). Story: “Bag of Candy” A young boy was arrested and brought before the judge for taking a bag of candy from the shelf of a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Why Bad People Can Get To Heaven

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jul 27, 2008

Message based on Jesus’ words to the religious leaders who were missing the message while the tax collectors and prostitutes were hearing and responding.

Why Bad People Can Get to Heaven Matthew 21:28-32 July 27, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: During my freshman year in college, I went back to my high school to visit and to play in the band for a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Crucifixion Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008

A sermon on the crucifixion of Jesus

The Crucifixion Mark 15:25-39 Picture of Jesus being crucified. The Romans practiced crucifixion as a means of putting fear in the populace. If one saw a crucifixion, you would want to be sure that you never do what it takes to end up on a cross. It was a frightening, terrible and excruciatingly ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:25-39

Denomination: Methodist

Stand In The Gap

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Nov 6, 2008

This sermon challeges those of us who are Christians to stand in the Gap and intervene with God for the United States of America.

Title: Stand in the Gap Text: Ezekiel 22:23-31 Date: 11/2/08 Location: Sulphur Spring Baptist Church Introduction: In October of 1997 I had the opportunity to be a part of something that I will never forget. Bill McCartney, the founder of Promise Keepers had a vision to bring men from all ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Life Of Faith: Defined Series

Contributed by Todd Brock on Nov 13, 2008

Is there anything we can do to protect the work of God in our lives and keep us from having the type of religion that is stale and boring? Yes, it’s called living by faith!

Introduction: There was a man who used to have problems getting his son to clean his room. He would insist that his son, “Do it now,” and he would always agree to do so, but then he wouldn’t follow through – at least, not right way. After high school, the son joined the Marine Corps. When he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Theological Pragmatism Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 6, 2008

Exposition of Psalm 4 regarding the turning of people away from God because of some national tragedy

Text: Psalm 4:1-8, Title: Theological Pragmatism, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/7/08, AM A. Opening illustration: the story of Jonah provides a great introduction to this text, not because they share time frame or characters, but because of theological pragmatism. Define. Remember when Jonah boarded a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

10 Lessons God Teaches On Being A Father

Contributed by David Hodgin on Jun 24, 2009

10 characteristics of fatherhood that God displays and we can learn from. Lessons can also be applied to any Christian home.

A father was terribly overweight, so his doctor put him on a diet. "I want you to eat regularly for 2 days, then skip a day, and repeat this procedure for 2 weeks. Then return, by then you’ll have lost at least 5 pounds." In two when the father returned, he shocked the doctor because he had ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:13-17

Because I Said So

Contributed by Shawn Kelly on Jul 19, 2009

Four words that will drive a kid nuts. Use them!

I thought it would be nice if DJ & Bailey had a Job description to go along with today’s baby dedication. In fact, all of us could use this job description.JOB DESCRIPTION FOR PARENTS POSITION : Mom, Mommy, Mama, Ma Dad, Daddy, Dada, Pa JOB DESCRIPTION : Long term, team players needed, for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Twelve, Part 5

Contributed by Dino Rizzo on May 7, 2009

This is part five of a seven-part series on Jesus’ disciples and the principles of discipleship. This message focuses on Matthew.

One of the most interesting disciples that I have studied is Matthew or "The Tax Collector" as he is known. Just like the other twelve, Matthew will also prove that God can use anybody that He chooses to. God at times picks people that we are not sure He should pick. When God puts together a team ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sitting In The Grumble Seat

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on May 11, 2009

There is no way to be a Humble Grumbler!

Sitting in the Grumble Seat Matthew 20:1-16 One of the most generous employers in the world and in history is Bob Thompson, the owner of an asphalt paving company for 40 years. Thompson struck it rich when he sold his company for $400 million, but he gave $128 million away to the hundreds of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Church Of God