Sermons on Sacrifice In Giving:

And Hur Went Up

Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 22, 2000

This message teaches us the value of following the example of Hur.

“And Hur Went Up” Exodus 17:8-16 By Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read Text – Ex. 17:8-16 B. As Israel journeyed in the Wilderness of Sin, God allowed them to endure experiences of life that taught them great lessons of His power and grace in their lives. C. In Exodus 17:1-7 Israel learned ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Bad Hair Day

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 5, 2000

What to do when it seems everything is going wrong

ROM.8:28 "WHAT TO REMEMBER WHEN YOU’RE HAVING A BAD HAIR DAY" A) Story of an Indian lying in the middle of the road with his ear pressed to the ground. * The Indian was mumbling these words: "Truck, Chevy truck, Chevy pick up truck, Large tires, Man driving, German shepherd in front seat, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Angel

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 11, 2000

An advent perspective on the message of the angel to Joseph, Mary and the Shepherds.

The Christmas Angel Matthew 1.18-25 December 10, 2000 The birth of Jesus took place like this. His mother, Mary, was engaged to be married to Joseph. Before they came to the marriage bed, Joseph discovered she was pregnant. (It was by the Holy Spirit, but he didn’t know that.) Joseph, chagrined ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: United Methodist

Why Do I Suffer Affliction?

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 14, 2000

Have you struggled with the thought, if I am a Christian why do I suffer affliction in my life?

Have you wondered, if God is going to bring blessing into my life, why do I seem to have so many struggles? Church, we have seasons of struggles and testing, the Lord has a purpose in not allowing us to be fruitful at all times. The seasons of struggle work to destroy the pride we have in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:17, Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Journey Of Mary & Joseph Series

Contributed by Dwight Gunter Ii on Dec 20, 2000

How can we deal with the unexpected curves along the journey of life? Mary and Joseph serve as a model for us.

Introduction… Life is a journey/ an adventure. And as we journey on the road of life we sometimes encounter unexpected curves: · The medical report you didn’t expect · The accident you didn’t see coming · The job being over · Having a baby · Losing a baby · Losing someone without ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: *other

Who Will Bear The Stretcher?

Contributed by Don Austin on Dec 30, 2000

Disciplship

Who will bear the Stretcher? Matthew 9:1-8 / Mark 2:1-12 We see from time to time somebody on a gurney being taken from either one place in a hospital to another, or we see them being took from their homes to the hospital. When we see this, there is a sort of sympathy or we feel a bit sorry for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12, Matthew 9:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Birth Of A Promise

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 8, 2001

How God had prepared Abraham for the birth of Isaac.

“The Birth of A Promise” Genesis 21:1-23 It took God twenty-five years to shape that man to whom He could entrust Isaac. After twenty-five years, in the fullness of God’s time, God gave Abraham and Sarah the promised son. God is never late!! I. THE COMPLETION OF ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-23, Genesis 21:24-34

Denomination: Baptist

Loving One Another In First John

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jan 8, 2001

God is Love, and they who love are of God

LOVING ONE ANOTHER IN FIRST JOHN I/ WHAT LOVE DOES: 1 John 3:16-18 "Hereby perceive we the love <of God>, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down <our> lives for the brethren. {17} But whoso hath this world’s good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing The Journey

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 9, 2001

Funeral message for Mr. David Broadnax, a Broadway actor and filmmaker, who died in Spain. He was the brother of one of our members, who requested that we do the funeral.

I desire, as I have for many years, to come to you when I go to Spain. For I do hope to see you on my journey and to be sent on by you, once I have enjoyed your company for a little while. Our lives are journeys, with a beginning and a destination. Many roads can be used to take those journeys. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Wings Of Refuge

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 9, 2001

Funeral message for Mr. Ekerete Akpaete, a Nigerian immigrant who died very suddenly, in the arms of his infant daughter.

To experience great loss is difficult enough. To experience that loss in a far country, with few who understand, few who are close, is even more difficult. And when that loss means that those who depend on you will need you even more, yet the resources to help them will be scarce – that is truly ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:11-12, Psalm 57:1

Denomination: Baptist

Make The Most

Contributed by Edgar Mayer on Jan 21, 2001

A sermon on James 5:13-20.

Sermon on James 5:13-20; Pastor Edgar Mayer; Wilsonton/Glencoe Parish; 28.1.01; 4th Epiphany. For more sermons and other writings check out pastor’s homepage: http://www.geocities.com/mayeredgar. "Heavenly Father, let us not be so satisfied with our salvation that we do not go further and ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20, John 20:21-22

Denomination: Lutheran

A Trip To The Potter's House

Contributed by Don Spooner on Jan 23, 2001

We are placed on the Potter’s wheel at out new birth and are shaped into a vessel, that meets the Potter’s specification.

The prophet Jeremiah functioned in ancient Israel, just before they were carried into captivity as punishment for the sins of idolatry. This text shows us that God was eager to withhold judgement and extend mercy, if only Israel would repent. Unfortunately they would not and were carried off in ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6, 1 John 5:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Believing Is Seeing

Contributed by Bob Smith on Jan 27, 2001

Respond to life’s doubts with active faith in God

How many people have seen the movie, “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”? You may recall or be able to picture the scene I am about to describe. Indiana Jones is proceeding through an obstacle course of sorts as he draws nearer to the location of the “Holy Grail”, the prize which he seeks. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Art Of Really Listening Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 8, 2001

The reception of Peter’s sermon to the household of Cornelius is an illustration of how we should be involved in listening to the sermon.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 21 The Art of Really Listening Acts 10:24-48 You will remember that in our last study of the Book of Acts we left Peter as he had arrived at the house of Cornelius. At Caesarea they met ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:24-48

Denomination: Baptist

Survivor: Conflict In Your Heart Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 19, 2001

Sermon 3 of 3 on the Survivor series. This Sermon is about doubt and faith.

Conflict In Your Heart There is a battle going on for your heart We begin this morning with the story of a boy who is possessed by a demon. That sounds a bit dramatic doesn’t it. Demons are certainly a dramatic concept. Right? A bit antiquated, old fashioned, and out of step with scientific ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ