Sermons on Rope:

Don't Make Me Laugh

Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Feb 12, 2006

Psalm 2 says that God laughs. What does it mean to say that God laughs? Does he laugh at us? When and why?

Everybody enjoys a good laugh. A person who does not like to laugh is indeed in the pit of depression. Laughter is an universal language. Everyone understands a laugh. It is universal because it knows no international boundaries. From the burning desert of the Sahara to the frigid wastes of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stabilizing Truths, Part 2

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 10, 2006

There are four different truths that the Holy Spirit wants you to grasp about the “Greatness of God.” When the Lord is allowed to illuminate these truths into the child of God, He will declare the greatness of God, announcing Him as strong and stable, as

Turn Your Bibles to Deuteronomy 32:3-4 Title: Stabilizing Truths, Part 2 Theme: The Greatness of God Listen as I read Deuteronomy 32:3-4: “I will proclaim the name of the LORD. Oh, praise the greatness of our God! He is the Rock, His works are perfect, and all His ways are just. A faithful ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deep Throat (Story Of Jonah) Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 28, 2004

4th in 4 part series on God’s X-Files "unexplained phenomenon" and the lessons we can learn from them.

“Deep Throat” Book of Jonah (Selected passages) INTRODUCTION: There are a number of situations in this life, that for the most part, we have only one chance to get right. What are some that you thought of? (Take answers from the audience - 2 or 3) Well, there are some things that you have just ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

"Talent"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 9, 2004

We all have divinely endowed gifts for use in ministry. Is yours being multiplied, or buried?

Let’s begin today, just looking at some definitions so certain information can be established in your mind, to consider as we progress. Talent: 1. An ancient weight and money unit. The talent contained 60 minas of 60 0r 50 shekels each, but its estimated money value varied greatly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Orthodox

Love Busters

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 14, 2004

The Bible tells us what actions will destroy that loving feeling.

Love Busters 1 Corinthians 13 Have you heard the story about the actor who was playing the part of Christ in the Passion Play in the Ozarks? As he carried the cross up the hill a tourist began heckling, making fun of him, & shouting insults at him. Finally, the actor had taken all of it he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Is Your Cheek Red Enough?

Contributed by James May on Feb 9, 2005

What does Jesus mean when He says to "Turn the Other Cheek"?

Is Your Cheek Red Enough? by Pastor Jim May Portions of this message were taken from a message by Rev. Victor Shepherd at another sermon site) Matthew 5:38-42, "Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Heaven's Home Is Not One-Size-Fits-All Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Jan 7, 2006

Heaven offers two grace filled experiences that interpret and set the agenda for all activities in Heaven: Heaven has removed all barriers, Heaven has removed all pain.

1“Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. 2In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. 3And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

False Faces And Real Armor

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 11, 2006

This is an All Saints Day (Halloween) message affirming that Christians are called to a holy life made possible by the gifts given by God.

ALL SAINTS DAY 2005 EPHESIANS 6:10-18 FALSE FACES AND REAL ARMOR Today is All Saint’s Day; a feast day that has been celebrated for hundreds of years within the church, particularly within the Roman Catholic, Orthodox , and Anglican Communions. As with Christmas, this Holy Day has become a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Anglican

Let It Rain!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 27, 2003

Thesis: We need to cry out to God and ask Him to open the flood gates of Heaven and send his rain to us.

Let it rain! Thesis: We need to cry out to God and ask Him to open the flood gates of Heaven and send his rain to us. Scripture Texts: James 5:16b-18 “…The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Validation Of The Transformation

Contributed by Mike Hays on May 15, 2003

Paul’s past and teachings raised eyebrows and brought persecution, but Paul continued to live his life for the glory of God.

“Validation of the Transformation!” Galatians 1:11-24 This past week I have been studying our Scripture for this morning found in Galatians 1:11-24. You can sum up Paul’s intent with one simple sentence: Paul was defending the fact that he had received his message of salvation by grace through ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Desperate Marriages Series

Contributed by Brian Bolton on Nov 14, 2005

This is message 1 in a series of five about the family. A unique approach was used to present marriage in this message. Check it out.

Desperate Marriages CenterPointe Christian Church 11/13/05 Special Note: This message was built completely around a wedding. We perfomed a mock wedding while pausing to preach at specific moments. This is the whole service. We decorated, had a young couple get married, dressed and all. If ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

40 Days Post 1 – Landing Safely From A Spiritual High Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

Adapted from 40 Days of Purpose Sermons - Sermon 8

40 Days of Purpose – Your Spiritual Journey Part 1 How to Safely Land after a Spiritual High “I think I’ve got everything. I’m off to climb a mountain. I’ve been in training all week – climbing all those stairs up to my office. I’ve climbed them at least 20 times this week. I’ve got my ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

God Can't Want Your Worst Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

Looking at things God can’t do - God Can’t want your worst.

5 Things God Can’t Do – 2) God Can’t Want your Worst. Luke 15:15-24 Gladstone Baptist Church – 9/1/05 pm (Adapted from “Things that are impossible for God, Part 1 – It’s impossible for God to Want your Worst” by Doug Fields) Last week we started this series on 5 things God Can’t Do. Last week ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:15-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Woman At The Well Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 24, 2003

Jesus is working to make a worshipper out of you.

John 4:1-30 The Woman at the Well Today we come to the fourth of the encounters with Christ that we’re going to consider as we work through the book of John, observing Jesus as He interacts with the various people He comes across. I must say that this encounter was the beginning place for them ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing The Essence Of Worship Series

Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 13, 2002

Isaiah’s worship experience demonstrates to us four actions that should comprise the essence of our worship.

EXPERIENCING THE ESSENCE OF WORSHIP Isaiah 6:1-13 INTRODUCTION It was to be a special Sunday morning – my brother-in-law was being ordained to the ministry at his home church. I was preaching and my wife would give special music. The auditorium in the church is long and narrow, with a platform, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ