Sermons on Samaritan Pentecost:

Accept One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 11, 2009

One of the keys to learning to accept one another is to attempt to treat each person as if they are Jesus.

Introduction: A. The story is told of an old, disheveled cleaning woman who visited a local church one day. 1. When the invitation was given at the end of the service, she went forward wanting to become a member. 2. The preacher listened as she told him how she believed in Jesus and wanted to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Real Compassion Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 22, 2009

Jesus’ feeding of the 4,000 shows us that real compassion sees the need, feels the need and meets the need.

In nearly 24 years of pastoral ministry, I have been asked some tough questions about the Christian faith. One of the toughest questions regards the problem of evil and why a good and all-powerful God allows people to suffer in this world. Peter Kreeft, a Christian apologist and philosopher, has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Curious Case Of A Man Named Philip

Contributed by Shane Hargrave on Aug 4, 2009

A look at the story of Philip in Acts 8. This message is one that focuses on God’s timing and takes a look at how God can bring something good from something bad.

The Curious Case of a Man Named Philip Acts 8 The Curious Case of Benjamin Button – Story of a man who was born old and grew young. That’s not such a new concept. Have you ever heard the statement… Youth is wasted on the young? I never really understood that until I got a little bit older. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sharing The Blessing Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 3, 2010

Being restored in relationship to God as our Father involves joining His work in the world... including that of sharing the Father’s blessing with others. Sharing God’s blessing involves five very basic qualities: Building Relationships on Common Ground

Sharing the Blessing Series: Living in the Blessing October 31, 2010 Summary – Being restored in relationship to God as our Father involves joining His work in the world... including that of sharing the Father’s blessing with others. Sharing God’s blessing involves five very basic qualities: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ’s Strategy For A Soul Winning Church

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 15, 2010

God has a plan for every Christian to help win people to Jesus. Today we will look at the big picture: four keys that will lead to L.I.F.E.

Christ’s Strategy for a Soul Winning Church John 13 34-35 (plus multiple Scriptures) Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 7, 2010 *Are you saved this morning? Have you trusted in Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior? -- Aren’t you glad? (Just give me a smile.) God ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

God's Mercy For The Outsider

Contributed by Jaco Bester on Feb 13, 2013

A reflection on the non-discriminatory mercy of God

GOD’S MERCY FOR THE ‘OUTSIDER’... ISAIAH 56:1-8; MATTHEW 15:21-28; ROMANS 11:25-36 Introduction: The story is told of two university students who got into a bit of a debate about the existence of God... The one student was a fervent atheist and eventually blurted out in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wholly Devoted Eyes Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 7, 2012

To be wholly devoted to God, we must have wholly devoted eyes. To have wholly devoted eyes we must have eyes that are focused on God, closed to evil, and open to the needs of others.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a woman who rushed to her doctor. 1. Looking very worried and all strung out, she rattled off, “Doctor, take a look at me. When I woke up this morning, I looked at myself in the mirror and saw my hair was all wiry and frazzled up, my skin was all wrinkled ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revealing Jesus’ Mission-6

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 10, 2012

6 of 6. Luke recorded the public assignment of Messiah’s mission to Jesus. Jesus’ mission is publicized/revealed. But for whom is it publicized/revealed? Jesus’ mission is revealed for the...

REVEALING JESUS’ MISSION-VI—Luke 4:16-21 Attention: Worse Off? The Reverend Bill Jones shocked the congregation when he announced his resignation from the church & planned move to Arizona. After the service a very distraught parishioner came to the pastor with tears in her eyes. "Oh, Pastor Bill, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Building Relationships For Ministry Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 15, 2012

We minister like Jesus by taking the time to develop relationships with those to whom we minister.

This week I came across a blog post by a man named Ian Stachowitz that caught my attention with its opening words: My full-time job includes mopping floors, washing windows, vacuuming carpets, and scrubbing toilets. I also profess my faith in Jesus and I strive to live like Him. By all accounts, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Murder Mystery

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 10, 2011

Anger, the impulse to destroy, is the direct opposite of love, the force which gives life. This is why anger is equivalent to murder in the eyes of God, who looks on the heart.

Have you ever caught yourself looking at your reflection in a shop window? I have to confess that I sometimes do. Or maybe you're not that vain, or not as self-conscious. Maybe you're one of those blissfully secure people who (once you get your clothes on) never give your appearance another ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Am The Life Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 22, 2012

This message looks at what Jesus meant by "I am the Life" and how that affects our Lives.

I Am the Life It’s funny, I don’t have a favorite German Chancellor or a favourite African dictator but I do have a couple of favorite American Presidents. I have enjoyed reading the quiet wit of Calvin Coolidge, don’t know what he was like as a president but he said some ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Voices From The Past"

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 30, 2014

It is that time of the year when we take time to celebrate our nation's independence. For those who have ears to hear, there is a patriotic whisper in the air, speaking the heartbeat of our founding fathers, which reflect their revenant fear of the Lord.

Title: "Voices From the Past" Theme: America's Foundational Truths Series: Patriotic Introduction: It is that time of the year when we take time to celebrate our nation's independence. For those who have ears to hear, there is a patriotic whisper in the air, speaking the heartbeat of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Somewhere Between Quack And Quisling Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on May 25, 2015

Somewhere between quack and quisling is the remnant. Strive to be among that number.

Somewhere Between Quack and Quisling Ezra 9 and 10 Before we read Ezra 9 and 10 let's back up and get a broad overview of what happened to the Jews up to this point. I'm going to back up and then go slightly ahead because it will matter when we consider Ezra's response to God: 605 BC - ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful When You Plan Ahead! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 3, 2017

Be Careful When You Plan Ahead – James chapter 4 verses 13-17 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • Faith in the future is uncertain (vs 13). • Our view of the future is blind (vs 14) • Trusting God with the future is wisdom (vs 15) • Boasting about the future is arrogant (vs 16) • Doing good in the present is required (vs 17) SERMON BODY: Ill: • A man was given the job of ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Brethren

They Have No Inheritance

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 3, 2015

To establish that all unrighteousness shall not inherit the Kingdom of God.

INTRODUCTION Outline: 1. The Unrighteous Shall Not Inherit 2. The Unrighteous Sins Not Imputed 3. The Righteous Saints Shall Inherit Remarks: 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme “they shall not inherit the kingdom of God.” The Apostle Paul directs his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ