Sermons on Rocky:

Developing A Root System PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Develop a strong spiritual root system in God's love and purposes to endure life's challenges and remain steadfast in faith.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to be talking about roots. Not the ones in our gardens, but the spiritual roots that ground us in our faith. As Henri J.M. Nouwen once wrote, "Those who are deeply rooted in the love of God can enjoy human praise without being attached to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:13

Topics: Spiritual Roots, Stand

The Disciples Rejoin Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024

This sermon explores our calling to participate in the heavenly harvest, encouraging us to be soul winners for Christ and live in the present moment. Key

Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we come together in the spirit of unity, under the banner of His love, to reflect upon His Word and seek His guidance in our lives. Isn't it a joy to know that we are not alone in this walk of faith but have each other to lean ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-38

Topics: Harvest

Are You Willing To Carry Jesus? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024

This sermon explores our roles as believers in carrying the weight of faith, serving as vessels for God's work, and proclaiming His blessings.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, and welcome to this blessed day that the Lord has made. We gather here today, not by coincidence, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to open our hearts to the Word of God and to listen to the message He has for us today. Our text ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Topics: Crowds, Hosanna

The Good And Honest Heart

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 19, 2016

To establish that the good and honest heart hears, receives, believes, and obeys the gospel of Christ - the seed of the kingdom. This lesson describes the type of heart that will believe and obey the gospel. It also discusses a "significant emotional event."

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Sower (The Preacher) 2. The Seed (The Word of God) 3. The Soil (The Hearers) Introductory Remarks. 1. There is much warning in the bible to the hearers of the word of God. Jesus spoke: "of the wise and foolish hearers," Matthew 7:24-27. James declares: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15, Matthew 13:36-43, Matthew 13:47-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Pain, No Gain-Sometimes The Truth Hurts Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Aug 21, 2003

We must speak the truth in all of life, even when it hurts, to build healthy, God-honoring relationships

No Pain, No Gain! (Sometimes the Truth Hurts) Ephesians 6:10-18 Open your Bibles to Ephesians chapter 6. Introduction: No pain, No gain! We’ve all heard it. We all know what it means. Especially when it comes to the arena of exercising and working out. Without the pain and the stress of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Understanding People's Unresponsiveness Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003

A surprise, a realization, an encouragement and a reality check for understanding why more people don’t respond to the Christian message.

After I became a Christian, I wanted to find a way to share the good news of Christ with my non-Christian friends and family members. I was convinced that if I could find just the right approach, just the right technique, all of my unbelieving friends would come to faith in Christ. At first I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Elijah The Early Years

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2004

Today we will be introduced to the prophet Elijah, who is one of the most colorful and dynamic characters in the O.T. (1 Kings - pt 3)

"ELIJAH, THE EARLY YEARS" TEXT: I KINGS 17:1-24 INTRODUCTION READ TEXT Today as we continue our study in first Kings we will be introduced to the prophet Elijah, who is one of the most colorful and dynamic characters in the O.T. One writer calls him God’s lightening in the dark days of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Behold! He Stinketh Series

Contributed by Dennis Cocks on Apr 22, 2006

What is the meaning of Acts 1:18 when it says of Judas, "He burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out"? This is the final in a series of "Seventy-Two Hours Jesus Was In The Tomb." The order of the other sermons are: "Was Jesus Crucified On

EASTER: BEHOLD! HE STINKETH TEXT: Acts 1:15-21 INTRODUCTION: (Explain Wed. Crucifixion again) Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve disciples, proceeded the Lord in death. His death was by his own hand. Judas’ name is always accompanied in Scripture by such identifying descriptions as “who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

"Planting Is Wise" Ecc Pt 12 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 6, 2008

Solomon tells us to plant seeds of wisdom even when we are young because then we will reap a great eternal harvest with our life. Invest now with your life and reap eternal dividends – squander your life now reap anxiety and physical trouble later.

“Planting seeds of wisdom is wise.” Ecclesiastes pt. 12 Opening Illustration: Clip from Blue Fish TV “Super Bowl Sunday” Thesis: Solomon tells us to plant seeds of wisdom even when we are young because then we will reap a great eternal harvest with our life. Invest now with your life and reap ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satan's Will For Your Life Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 23, 2012

Satan is the ultimate eavesdropper and a constant gate crasher. As far as he is concerned we are like E.F. Hutten when we pray. Whenever and wherever we invite God to come we can be sure that Satan will also show up.

From a “Pastor’s Weekly Briefing” provided by Focus on the Family - “A large share of people who attend Protestant or Catholic churches have adopted beliefs that conflict with the teachings of the Bible and their church, according to Barna Research Group 35% believe that ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-10

The Hidden Kingdom Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jun 25, 2013

4 short truths about small things.

The Hidden Kingdom Series: Markers Along the Narrow Way December 2, 2012 Formerly: Mustard Field of Dreams, Series: Stories Hollywood Missed, December 11, 2005 READ Mark 4:21-34 with me… (READ) Last week Jesus told a parable about 4 types of soil…each of us is one of them…but ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

Living By Internal Prinicple Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 25, 2010

The account of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego reveals some truths about tribulation and demonstrates how to live by internal principle and not by external pressure.

This morning, we come to one of the most well-known accounts in the entire Bible. But our familiarity with the account of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the fiery furnace is actually one of the biggest obstacles we face in being able to understand what this passage has for us today and how we ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Songs

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Sep 15, 2020

God intends for love in marriage to be ongoing and growing.

Title: The Song of Songs Text: Song of Songs 5:10-16; 7:1-9; 8:6 Truth: God intends for love in marriage to be ongoing and growing. INTRODUCTION Shirley Winters was an American actress whose career spanned almost six decades. Winters died in 2006 at 85 years of age. She won two Academy Awards ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Seeds In Your Hand Series

Contributed by Kenneth Gerada on Aug 1, 2012

This message was given to Camacop pastors for the December 11, 2011 church planting Sunday.

SEEDS IN YOUR HAND By: Dr. Kenneth Gerada Church Planting Sunday December 11, 2011 Preparation: The pastor must prepare a seed (preferably a small seed that grows into a huge tree like kapok or doldol, inyam, mustard etc.) Introduction: Good morning to all of you! Can you see ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rejected Stone Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 20, 2012

Uncovering four foundational truths about the character of God in Jesus' Parable of the Tenants and a corresponding personal lesson we can apply to our lives.

INTRODUCTION The title of this message carries a double meaning. We’re going to learn that Jesus was not only the rejected SON; He was also the rejected STONE. A guy who was crossing the street to visit his neighbor. As he started to cross the street, a car was bearing down on him, so he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Baptist