Sermons on Rush:

Did The Magi Do Magic? Series

Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Dec 17, 2005

Making sense of Christmas.

Christmas, have you felt the on rush of it? It’s been coming for a long time now, and here it is December! Our calendars are quickly being filled with parties to go to and bonus’ to think of, as well as presents to buy, places to go and people to see and food to prepare! This “Christmas” stuff ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Dream Has Come True

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Dec 19, 2005

The people of Israel had a centuries-old dream of a Messiah. The dream has finally come true in the birth of Jesus.

The Dream Has Come True John 1:1-5, 14 December 18, 2005 When our kids were in Jr. High School, we took them to Disney World for the first time. We spent a couple of days there. They, of course, loved every minute of it. They did all of the scary and wild rides, ate more junk food than I could ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Four Stops On The Way To A Christ Centered Christmas

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 20, 2005

It seems that Christ is not the center of the festivities. It takes an effort in our culture today to keep Jesus front and center at this time of the year. It is amazing how much Christmas is not about Jesus Christ to many. Most people do not have one s

Into: The picture in Luke chapter nineteen should be familiar to us at this time of year. No matter where Jesus went he drew a crowd. This time of year we see crowds as well. But it is not necessarily because Jesus is at the center. The Christmas season malls, stores, Wal-Mart, even many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Lamb On The Thone Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 4, 2005

Communion is a foreshadowing of the Wedding Feast of the Lamb when Jesus will "drink it anew with you in my Father’s Kingdom."

INTRODUCTION: Revelation 19:7-9 says, The wedding of the Lamb has come, and his bride has made herself ready. Fine linen, bright and clean, was given her to wear.” (Fine linen stands for the righteous acts of the saints.) Then the angel said to me, “Write: Blessed are those who are invited ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Devilution: God's Tsunami - [the Flood / Noah / Ark / Evolution]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 7, 2005

Evolution Series, part of Dates, Deluge and Dinosaurs. Proofs of the flood, including proofs from Dec. 26, ’04. Powerpoints/notes for entire series at website.

Devilution, Pt. 8—Dates, Deluge, and Dinosaurs God’s Tsunami Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html I. Dates…This was the 1st question, next… II. Deluge...(THE EVIDENCE FOR A GLOBAL FLOOD) • A second question often asked of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Rest Is God's Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

God has called upon us to walk before him in holiness, and has revealed that he is powerful enough to make his promises come to pass.

Pastor’s note: I wanted to call this "A Cut above" but couldn’t bring myself to do it. Passage: Genesis 17:1-27 In Genesis 15 God came to Abram and introduced repeated to him the Abrahamic covenant and it’s central tenant; that of God’s undeserved blessing to Abram. God took Abram outside the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Arrival Of Hope Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

One overriding lesson of the Life of Abraham, especially as it relates to Isaac is that God is in control.

One overriding lesson of the Life of Abraham, especially as it relates to Isaac is that God is in control. That’s the message as we leave chapter 20 and move into chapter 21. In chapter 12, God promises Abraham a son. That promise is repeated throughout Abraham’s 25 year journey till this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Would You Risk Your Life For? Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 5, 2005

When Paul spoke to Felix about faith in Christ he discussed righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come. It scared Felix, but not enough. What motivates us to live for Christ?

What would you risk your life for? Acts 15:26 speaks of “men who have risked their lives for the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Paul asks the question in 1 Cor. 15:30, “Why do we stand in jeopardy every hour?” In Romans 8 he quotes Psalms 44 and applies it to Christians: “For your sake we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of The Pencil

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005

5 things you can learn from your writing utensil.

The Power of the Pencil 5 Things You Can Learn From Your Writing Utensil 11/10/04 I. Introduction The Pencil Maker took the pencil aside, just before putting him into the box. There are 5 things you need to know, he told the pencil, before I send you out into the world. Always remember them and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28-30, John 10:10-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"God's Foolishness And God's Wisdom" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Feb 21, 2005

How do we view the cross during this Lenten Season that speaks to us in a meaningful way? Is the cross applicable to our 21st century life?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Church Third Sunday of Lent February 27, 2005 “God’s Foolishness and God’s Wisdom” I Corinthians 1:18-25 INTRODUCTION: Story: When a group of churches advertized their Easter services, no reference was made to the cross. This omission was deliberate. One church ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Flee, Fight Or Forgive

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Dec 27, 2005

This outline comes directly from the book, "Just Like Jesus" by Max Lucado.

In reading “Just Like Jesus” by Max Lucado, I ran across a term that I feel is hindering many families, churches, ministries and individuals themselves. Max calls it – “Stuckitis” Stuck meaning – trapped Ititis – meaning – a six letter word you tag on the end to sound impressive. He says attacks ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Or Consequences

Contributed by David Thompson on Dec 28, 2005

If we are not truth full in all areas, where do we stand with God? I’ll tell you. When we’re not truth full we don’t stand with God, every non truth we tell moves us further and further away from God.

TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES I’m not talking about the old game show, or the town in New Mexico were it was filmed. What I want to talk about is being truth full no matter what the consequences are. THE PRICE IS RIGHT I’m not talking about that game show either. In ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus: Son Of Man

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 27, 2006

Some important truths concerning Jesus’ use of this title.

Matthew 18:11 Jesus, Son of Man Woodlawn Baptist Church December 2001 Introduction Whether we were ready or not, Thanksgiving has come and gone, and we are now in those few weeks that will be spent in the mad rush of shopping and preparing for meals, for family, decorating, visiting, and so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:11

Denomination: Baptist

Glorious Giving Series

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 31, 2006

This is a message from the author’s book, "Christian Stewardship"

GLORIOUS GIVING 2 Corinthians 9:1-15 INTRODUCTION: There is no giving that is so glorious as Godly giving. This section will show how such giving takes place when Paul reminds the church at Corinth that they had made a commitment nearly a year earlier, and had not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

When God Calls Faith Answers Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Nov 23, 2007

The message examines the example of Samuel’s faith.

Growing up Christian is not as easy a task as one might think. There are dangers and temptations unique to growing up within a Christian family and within the church and sadly these difficulties are often downplayed or misunderstood by those who have been converted later in life. "Church kids face ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ