Sermons on Sacred Space:

The Foolhardy Faith Of Jephthah - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Nov 2, 2020

God honor’s faith, even though at times it is exercised in a somewhat short-sighted, impulsive, rash, and venturesome way. But if we do so, it is never without consequences! The story of Jephthah reminds us of that.

Title: Foolhardy Faith of Jephthah (Part 2) VI. The Proof of the foolhardiness of the vow! Judges 11:30b “If you give the Ammonites into my hands, 31 whatever comes out of the door of my house to meet me when I return in triumph from the Ammonites will be the Lord’s, and I will sacrifice it as a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-34

After We Say "Amen”

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 15, 2020

After We Say “Amen” – Nehemiah chapter 10 – sermon by Gordon Curley. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (A). The Document of Promise. • (1). A document of dedication • (2). A document they agreed to • (3). A document of importance (B). The Promise in The Document. • (1). Generally (vs 28-29). • (2). Specifically (vs 30-39). • (a). domestic - mixed marriages (vs 30) • (b). ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:1-39

Denomination: Brethren

Ephesians Series - Part 1 - Introduction Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Dec 7, 2020

When I first studied through the book of Ephesians there was one out of the many sections that intrigued me…one section that amazed me...

When I first studied through the book of Ephesians there was one out of the many sections that intrigued me…one section that amazed me. It was found in chapter three. In this chapter the Apostle Paul writes about the stewardship of God’s grace that was given to him for the churches (vs. 2). What ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:2-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

One In Christ Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 12, 2020

In Ephesians 2:12-18, the Apostle Paul shows how believers are One in Christ through a 1) Peaceful Body (Ephesians 2:13–17) because of 2) Access to God (Ephesians 2:18).

Ephesians 2:13-18 [13] But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. [14]For he himself is our peace, who has made us both one and has broken down in his flesh the dividing wall of hostility [15]by abolishing the law of commandments expressed in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-18

Denomination: Other

Paul's Reason (Lesson 2) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jul 2, 2020

To establish that Paul rebuked Peter for walking not uprightly before the church. When men from James came to Antioch, Peter withdrew and separated himself from eating with the Gentiles, for fear of the circumcision. This same fear exists today, among believers and leaders in the Lord’s church.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. Paul’s Reason Remarks. 1. This is lesson 2, in the sermon-series entitled: “He walked not uprightly.” This sermon deals with an important truth to be heard again by the church, and maybe for the first time the religious world. There may come a time, and today is that time; ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-5, Galatians 2:11-21, Acts 15:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 17, 2020

 Freedom is worth dying for. Freedom is worth fighting for. And in these next verses of Galatians, the Apostle Paul is going to make the case that freedom is worth living for.

Dance Lessons: Freedom! (Part1) Galatians 5:1-6 Chenoa Baptist Church Pastor Jefferson M. Williams 5-3-2020 Free at Last! On August 28, 1963, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King stood in front of the Lincoln Memorial and gave one of the most memorable speeches in our country's history. He ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Sin In The Camp Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Aug 19, 2012

What I at first thought was a dry and boring book with no relevance to my life, turned out to be one of the most profound and exciting books in the bible, with full of application to my life! Learn how to make it through the "wilderness" of this life succ

Dealing with Sin in the Camp Series: A Biblical Guide to Wilderness Survival September 11, 2011 Sin is a problem. In fact, it's a BIG problem in our day and age...but most of us don't even know it! Sin diminishes my potential, it destroys my life, it causes pain and sickness, it breaks up ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 5:1-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

Acceptable Worship Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 20, 2012

The joy and satisfaction which so many Christian lack can be received only by surrendering back to the Lord what He has already given to us. When we surrender our body, mind and will to God as a living sacrifice, then we can truly render spiritual worshi

ROMANS 12: 1-2 ACCEPTABLE WORSHIP A tearful distraught young woman approached a pastor who had been speaking on worship at a conference and told him that she could not live the Christian life the way she should. She said, "I'm frustrated. My worship experience is not meaningful and fulfilling ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Birth Of John The Baptist Foretold Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 22, 2012

An analysis of the account regarding the promise of the birth of John the Baptist will show us how to respond to God's word.

Scripture Today I am continuing my series in the Gospel of Luke that I am calling, “To Seek and to Save the Lost.” The primary mission of Jesus, which Luke captures so well in Luke 19:10 is “to seek and to save the lost.” I love the way The ESV Study Bible captures ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Myth: I Should Do Big Things For God Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 24, 2013

Myth: I should do big things for God.

Intro What is your idea of success? How do you evaluate whether your life is successful? It's important to put that question in front of us...and recognize how it leaves a question over our entire lives... as to whether they have meaning or not. I believe God wants to speak into that question ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forget

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 11, 2013

Genesis 27:45 (Amplified Bible) When your brother’s anger is diverted from you, he will forget [the wrong] that you have done him. Then I will send and bring you back from there. Why should I be deprived of both of you in one day?

I. EXORDIUM: II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: III. OBJECTIVES: IV. TEXT: Genesis 27:45 (Amplified Bible) When your brother’s anger is diverted from you, he will forget [the wrong] that you have done him. Then I will send and bring you back from there. Why should I be deprived of both of you in one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:45

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Prodigal Father

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 19, 2012

Let's look at the heart of a father. Fathers are a gift from the heavenly Father. Here is a well known story Jesus told about a special father - special because Jesus was using Him to describe what the heavenly Father is really like.

THE PRODIGAL FATHER Luke 15:11-24 11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, 'Father, give me my share of the estate.' So he divided his property between them. 13 Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 3, 2013

Good Friday unveils to us "Amazing Grace" which is seen through Jesus last few words and actions on the cross.

Series: Amazed? Sermon 1: Amazing Savior! Summary: It’s time to be amazed and be amazing for Jesus! It’s time the church be astonished at what Jesus has done and is doing through us His Church today! Are you amazed? Sermon 2: Good Friday - Amazing Grace! Thesis: Good Friday unveils to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Having Possessions And Being Possessed

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Oct 21, 2012

"Having Possessions and Being Possessed" is a message from Matthew 6:19-21. It teaches three lessons: (1) Be careful of where your treasure resides. (2) Be committed to treasure that remains. And (3) Be concerned about what your treasure reveals.

HAVING POSSESSIONS AND BEING POSSESSED Matthew 6:19-21 Matthew 6:19-21 marks a transition in THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT. In the first half of this chapter, Jesus explains how righteous people practice religion. Verses 1-4 address how righteous people give. Verse 5-15 address how righteous people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

New Year - New Mantle

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 13, 2016

Elisha's story shows us how we can have a successful New Year - Through experiencing our own Gilgal (having control over our flesh) Bethel (experiencing the presence of the Lord ) Jericho (placing our faith in God) Jordan River (old life to new life)

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15 Theme: New Year - New Mantle Proposition: The story of Elisha shows us how we can have a successful New Year - Through experiencing our own Gilgal (having control over our flesh) Bethel (experiencing the presence of the Lord ) Jericho (placing our faith in God) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene