Sermons on Sand Castles:

Getting To Know God - Adonai Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

A Study of the Names of God - Adonai - The Lord and the need for us to found out lives on Him

Getting to Know God – Adonai – The Lord Drama Buyer: "I want this pearl. How much is it?" Seller: "Well," "it’s very expensive." Buyer: "But, how much?". Seller: "Well, a very large amount." Buyer: "Do you think I could buy it?" Seller: "Oh, of course, everyone can buy it." Buyer: "But, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

Walking On Water

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 9, 2004

When the billows are tossing high and life seems at its worst, how can we manage to stay above water? Peter teaches us to Listen, Look, and Lean on Jesus.

Walking On Water by Scott R. Bayles, preacher Church of Christ Scripture Reading: Isaiah 43:1-3a Invitation Song: Faith & Praise #453 "Love Lifted Me" Claudia was a newlywed in her twenties when she was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s disease and given only a fifty percent chance of survival. Quickly, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Christian Church

The Church That Jesus Built

Contributed by William Mccaffery on Oct 15, 2004

The New Testament clearly demonstrates that there is one and only one Church that was founded by the Lord Jesus Christ.

I want to talk to you tonight about the Church. However, before I get into that, I want to share a little bit about where I come from. I was born and raised in the United Methodist Church. I’ve spent some time kneeling with Baptists. I’ve played guitar with the Pentecostals. I’ve preached in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 1: The Cornerstone Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Oct 11, 2006

Part 1 of our house of faith series focuses on the fact that ’Unless God builds the house, those who labor do so in vain’ - Psalm 127:1 The foundation of this house MUST be the teachings of the Prophets and the Apostles, with Christ Jesus as the Corner

The House of Faith Part 1 – The Cornerstone Rev. Bruce A. Shields House of Faith Ministries www.PS127.org WELCOME I would like to welcome you to the very first House of Faith Ministries gathering of believers. I know we have all had a trying time this past few weeks, and the effects I pray will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Bible Church

Five Key Principles Of Time Management Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Aug 1, 2009

Here are five key principles of time management. 1. Set PRIORITIES 2. Build RELATIONSHIPS 3. Take Time To PLAN 4. Take time to ORGANIZE 5. Learn to be FLEXIBLE

Five Key Principles Of Time Management Time Management – God’s Way Think for a moment what the greatest stressors in your life are today. Haven’t your stressors involved some feelings of being overloaded with responsibilities – at home – at work – at school – at church – or maybe a combination ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, Colossians 3:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Testing Times

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Nov 23, 2007

This sermon was preached to students at a Loughborough C.U. How will we stand in your own testing times? Lets learn from Shadrach,Meshach and Abednego as they are men to emulate.

Daniel Chapter 3. 17-30. Testing Times. This section of the book, Daniel the writer is nowhere to be found the starring roles are taken by three of his close friends, Hananiah, Mishael and Azariah 1:6 who are now called Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego . These were testing times for these young ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:17-30

Denomination: Baptist

Rekindling The Spiritual Fire Within

Contributed by Dave Blackburn on Jul 8, 2009

Being passionate for God involves rekindling the spiritual fire within.

Some people love camping—I have not worked out why people would love camping,especially when you read some horrendous stories about camping. And I have read some horrendous story about camping. When I read these stories, I wonder why would people go camping? For some reason, it will be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-18, Judges 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

Majoring In The Minors

Contributed by Scott Spencer on May 25, 2014

At times it is difficult to see the forest because we are concentrating on individual trees. Without noticing, we get sidetracked and focus in on concerns that don't really count. At times we major on minor issues.

Majoring in The Minors Mark 12:18-27 18. Some Sadducees (who say that there is no resurrection) came to Jesus, and began questioning Him, saying, 19. “Teacher, Moses wrote for us that IF A MAN’S BROTHER DIES and leaves behind a wife AND LEAVES NO CHILD, HIS BROTHER SHOULD MARRY THE ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:18-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

It Will Be Worth It All

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 31, 2019

We look at comparisons that will bring our own sufferings into right perspective and see the reasons it will be "worth it all" to serve Jesus.

It Will Be Worth It All Romans 8:18; 2 Cor. 4:17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Two elderly women were out driving in a large car -- both could barely see over the dashboard. As they were cruising along, they came to an intersection. The stop light was red, but they just went on through. The woman ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18, 2 Corinthians 4:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Lamb Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 9, 2014

Jesus came to make spiritually healthy.

The Lamb of God Text: John 1:29-34 Introduction 1. Illustration: Dr. H.A. Ironside once shared a story that was the clearest illustration of the Gospel I have ever heard. He said that he was visiting in South Texas and had the opportunity to visit a sheep ranch. While he was there, he spotted ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Methodist

All I Want Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 21, 2019

When life takes a turn for the worse, appreciate your blessings and be a blessing to those around you.

Laurel Hunsinger, who grew up in Little River, Kansas, flew combat missions in the Korean War. On April 1, 1953, his plane was shot down 15 miles inside North Korea. He was severely injured, but he and his entire crew survived and were rescued, for which Hunsinger received a Purple Heart. He passed ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 13:14, Joshua 13:33, Genesis 49:5-7, Joshua 21:1-41, Philippians 4:19, Hebrews 13:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Purpose Of Tribulation Judgement

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Jun 10, 2021

Why should the world go through the Tribulation? Are not things bad enough?

In the Tribulation the justice of God and the wrath of God is going to be poured out there's two major reasons why God is going to bring judgment in the tribulation #1 It’ time In the tribulation, the wrath of God is being poured out the bowls are being poured out the trumpets are ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:15, Revelation 14:7, Proverbs 11:21, Acts 17:31, Romans 8:1, 1 Corinthians 15:52, Revelation 16:9, 2 Timothy 3:1-7, Genesis 6:11-12, Genesis 6:5, John 6:39-40, 2 Peter 3:9, Revelation 7:9, Revelation 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

A Foundation Of Faith: Dedicating This House To God

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jul 5, 2024

We should reflect on the foundation of faith upon which we build our lives and our households. Abraham, lived by faith, looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God. We too are called to build our homes on a foundation of faith.

A Foundation of Faith: Dedicating This House to God Hebrews 11:9-10 Introduction: Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to celebrate a special occasion—the dedication of this house to the Lord. As we stand in this new home, we should reflect on the foundation of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:9-10, 2 Samuel 6:11-12, Psalm 127:1, Deuteronomy 11:13-21, Proverbs 22:6, Matthew 7:24, Proverbs 14:1, Matthew 7:26-27, Joshua 24:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dagon Must Fall!

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 7, 2021

This message will preach! Our sinful nature must not be allowed to have any dominance in our lives. God alone must rule our hearts: sin must go! And God doesn't need any help being God and He doesn't need to be propped up by anyone!

DAGON MUST FALL! 1 Sam. 4:2-5:12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HOMELAND SECURITY OVERLOAD 1. Homeland Security has gotten especially concerned about terrorism since we pulled our military out of Afghanistan. They’ve tightened security at airports and on planes. 2. Just the other day I heard they ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What The World Needs Now Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Mar 31, 2021

What the World Needs Now "is love, sweet, love." But what does that kind of love look like, especially in the context of the great sin? Jesus provides us with a powerful lesson about the kind of love we need to receive and offer to others.

Most of us here are familiar with that hit song written by Burt Bacharach, “What the World Needs Now.” And of course, as bad as I am with notes, I’m even worse with lyrics, but in this case, I do remember the next few words—“Is love, sweet, love.” And admittedly, the song strikes a chord with ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, Deuteronomy 17:6-7

Denomination: Bible Church