Sermons on Rivals:

The Grinch . . . Named Herod

Contributed by Arthur Page on Dec 20, 2004

Why is it our Christmas joy, peace, and hope are so fleeting? Perhaps, as nearly happened 2000 years ago, someone or something is trying to steal our joy.

A favorite bed time story at this time of year is the Grinch Who Stole Christmas, by Dr. Seuss. It begins . . . Every Who Down in Who-ville Liked Christmas a lot... But the Grinch, Who lived just north of Who-ville, Did NOT! The Grinch hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season! Now, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Methodist

A Blue Christmas Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 13, 2009

What happens when Christmas doesn’t go according to plan? How do we handle it when circumstances rob us of the joy of the season? How do we respond to a "blue Christmas?"

OPEN: John Simmons tells about a grade school class that was putting on a Christmas play which included the story of Mary and Joseph coming to the inn. In that class was one little boy who wanted so very much to be Joseph. But when the parts were handed out, his biggest rival was given that part, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"In The Beginning..."Act 1 Series

Contributed by David Heflin on May 17, 2011

This is the beginning of a six part series on the story of the Bible beginning with the act of creation.

“In The Beginning…” Act 1—Gen. 1:1ff 4/3/11 3KCOC Introduction: The best story wins! In Texas their athletic and academic meets are both governed by a body called The University Interscholastic League (U.I.L). When I was in second grade we were given the opportunity to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don’t Just Run But Run To Win!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 13, 2019

Don’t Just Run But Run to Win - Philippians chapter 3 vs verses 12-16 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Plan is Progress...Not Perfection (vs 12a & 13a). (2). The Past Is Over…Forget It! (vs 13b) (3). The Future Holds Our Hope…Reach For It! (vs 3c) (4). The Secret Is a Determined Attitude…Maintain It! (vs 15a) (5). The Need Is Keeping A High Standard…We Do That Together ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus The Servant, Not Attila The Hun

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 21, 2009

The leadership principles we must adopt as Christian leaders are those of Jesus, not of the world.

Tuesday before Lent (Shrove Tuesday) 2009 Not quite twenty years ago, Wess Roberts published a book entitled Leadership Secrets of Attila the Hun. He later confessed that he chose Attila as his title character because so little is known about the Hun leader. It was, therefore, easy to impose ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Catholic

Division

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Jan 18, 2005

Dissension in the Corinthian church was the first problem addressed by Paul. He introduces the thoughts of this passage with an appeal for unity.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Being much concerned about the rise of denominations in the church, John Wesley tells of a dream he had. In the dream, he was ushered to the gates of Hell. There he asked, “Are there any Presbyterians here?” “Yes!”, came the answer. Then he asked, “Are there any ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Reception Of Christ

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 2, 2008

They did not receive Christ when he came down to be among men and save us over 2000 years ago. Would we receive Him any better today

The Reception of Christ John 1:11 Intro Jesus has been treated many different ways by people. The variety of ways in which different people have received and treated Jesus Christ is noteworthy. I. The wise men received him as “the King of the Jews.” a. They sought him. b. They worshipped ...read more

Scripture: John 1:11

Denomination: Baptist

Celebration

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 27, 2006

Psalm 100 encourages not only to celebrate and worship God for what God has done, but also for who God is.

Psalm 100:1-5 “Celebrate” INTRODUCTION The writer of Ecclesiastes observes that there are times to grieve and times to celebrate. Today is a day to celebrate. We have a great deal to celebrate. • Today is our second anniversary of launching our worship service. • Hundreds of people have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Failing In Your Success

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 19, 2012

You can have it all and still miss the mark.

Failing in Your Success August 26, 2007 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: You can have it all and still miss the mark. Focus Passage: I Kings 3:1-3 & 11:1-6 Supplemental Passage: I John 2:15-17 I. The Mistake of Unholy Alliances a. II Cor. 6 warns ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Eliminate The Competition

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 27, 2019

A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 21: 1- 20

2 Chronicles 21: 1- 20 Eliminate the competition 21 And Jehoshaphat rested with his fathers and was buried with his fathers in the City of David. Then Jehoram his son reigned in his place. 2 He had brothers, the sons of Jehoshaphat: Azariah, Jehiel, Zechariah, Azaryahu, Michael, and Shephatiah; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 21:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Which God Will You Worship? Series

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016

Part 2 of series on Elijah, talks about the idols we are led astray by.

Which God Will You Worship? Elijah #2 I am definitely not a fan of the San Francisco Giants, especially because they beat the Reds in the playoffs last year. Their starting pitcher in game 5 against us was Barry Zito, and I was reading an article about him last week. Barry Zito was once known as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unmasking Your Master Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001

When we embrace this Scripture we will say, "I will live a life of undivided loyalty to Jesus Christ."

July 22, 2001 The Treasure Chest – Part 4 INTRODUCTION Life is full of conflicting requirements…. A high school girl wants to be accepted by her chosen peer group. But their requirements for total acceptance involve wearing certain kinds of clothes, such as tops that expose a bare midriff. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not Another Teenage Pregnancy Story

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 20, 2007

Virgin birth is it credible and how Mary instructs us to a joyous faith in the midst of current difficult realities - an advent/christmas story

Gospel Reading – Luke 1:26-38 Theme: Annunciation to Mary Sermon title – Not another Teenage Pregnancy Story Response: Luke 1:46-55 Song of Mary – She Glorifies/Rejoices in God for he has been mindful of her. 26In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Forsaking Foibles That Fracture Families Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Feb 1, 2018

How to avoid creating the environment that produces sibling rivalries, bitter jealousy and self ambition in families.

Fixing Family Feuds Forsaking Foibles that Fracture Families Genesis 37:1-11 This morning we begin a new series on the life of Joseph, which I've entitled, Fixing Family Feuds. The Title is actually inadequate—yes a family feud was fixed, but an incredibly gracious God and an incredibly faithful ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Bible Church

Saving Halloween (Updated For 2014)

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 22, 2014

Halloween-a time or Satanic oppression or a strategic opportunity? This sermon debunks the myth that Halloween is intrinsically evil and encourages Christian to shine a light into the darkness by offering a historical, holy, and hands-on perspective.

Halloween: 2014 Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/25/2014 PLAY VIDEO: Halloween Beliefs Collide (sermoncentral) This time of year is unlike any other in many respects. Every shopping center and grocery store is filled with all sorts of candy, costumes and colorful ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church