Sermons on Sea Of Reeds:

Who's In The House? Series

Contributed by Jason Sheffstall on Apr 21, 2007

Bringing Your Friends To Jesus!

Jason Sheffstall StoneBridge Baptist Church Morgantown, West Virginia April 22, 2007 Series: BE A FRIEND MONTH Subject: WHO’S IN THE HOUSE? Text: Mark 2:1-12, “1 And again He entered Capernaum after some days, and it was heard that He was in the house. 2 Immediately many gathered together, so ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Righteousness Par Excellence Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Sep 18, 2006

What God is after is a love relationship with His people – not legalism.

RIGHTEOUSNESS PAR EXCELLENCE Matthew 5:17-20 1. I have been an “average person” much of my life. • During my school years, I was an average student in my class. I studied and worked and aimed as high as I could, but I knew there were always those other students who would consistently achieve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: United Methodist

In Honor Of My Dad - Jake Nelson

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Mar 20, 2003

I am deeply grateful to all of you who have expressed your prayers and concerns for our family during this difficult time. Thank you so much for coming to this service and for all that you have done to express your love over the last couple of days.

In Honor of My Father - Sebert Reed "Jake" Nelson Thursday, March 20, 2003 Comments: I am deeply grateful to all of you who have expressed your prayers and concerns for our family during this difficult time. Thank you so much for coming to this service and for all that you have done to express ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55

The Cross At Calvary

Contributed by Dennis Jones on Apr 21, 2003

About 2000 years ago some people say one of the worst atrocities possible in history of humanity took place. Some say that it was the most wonderful and sacrificial act of love in the history of humanity. How could the same event possibly be mentioned i

THE CROSS AT CALVARY About 2000 years ago some people say one of the worst atrocities possible in history of humanity took place. Some say that it was the most wonderful and sacrificial act of love in the history of humanity. How could the same event possibly be mentioned in the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Mark 15:16-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Deliver Us Oh God From Trouble

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 26, 2003

God can deliver people from all kinds of hardships, adversity or insecurity when we trust Him with our whole heart. The Lord orchestrated people, events and situations to see that Moses was delivered into the safe care of Pharaoh’s daughter to accomplish

Deliverance From Egypt A Baby in a Basket – Exodus 1:1-2:10 1.Aim: To lead the people to understand that just as God delivered baby Moses so His almighty power can deliver us from any uncertainty. Illustration:"A young soldier who was showing signs of panic on the eve of his first battle was ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Practice What He Preached

Contributed by John Beehler on Feb 18, 2002

How often do we practice what Jesus preached?

Practice What He Preached First of all, let’s suppose that you’re a Jew walking down a street in Jerusalem, & you see some folks gathered over here talking politics. And they’re arguing about some changes Herod wants to make in the Welfare program. And you know some of them, so there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wanna Be Great?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

A study on greatness

I. Man’s idea of greatness (vs. 46) A. The world has three chief patterns of greatness 1. Culture – the development through art and science, of a high regard in certain stations of society. (better known as fame) a. Carol Burnett says that when she was a girl, she joked and clowned around just to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:46-56

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Series

Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Jun 12, 2002

Second message in series on the "Fruit of the Spirit".

“Fruit of the Spirit” JOY June 8, 2002 Introduction There were two outs in the bottom of the last inning of the city championship. I stood in left field waiting…waiting to see if our pitcher could strike this guy out…waiting to see we were going to actually win this game and the championship. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Determination To Make Christ Known Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 1, 2002

Steps in becoming as determined as Peter and his colleagues to make Christ known.

Determination To Make Christ Known Acts 4:8-22 INTRODUCTION By a show of hands how many of you like fishing? Explain how Arnhem Land ruined me! Well, I want to tell you a story about three people who went on a fishing trip together: A priest, a pastor, & a rabbi went out in a boat to catch ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-22, Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Baptist

"Bethlehem"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Dec 16, 2003

This Christmas message explores the little town of Bethlehem ... how God had prepared Bethlehem for 1700 years for the birth of His Son, Jesus.

“Bethlehem” INTRODUCTION: We think of Bethlehem ONLY as the birthplace of Jesus. Some might even realize that King David was born there. BUT … Bethlehem is mentioned 53 times in Scripture. There are actually 2 BETHLEHEM’s mentioned in the Bible: o NORTH – in Galilee – only 7 miles from ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Baptist

Easter People Living In A Good Friday World

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007

Contrasts how we are living in this world.

Easter 2006: Easter People Living In A Good Friday World Scripture: Mark Chapters 14-16 Introduction This morning we celebrate one of the most important of Christian holidays, Easter. Christianity rests on the foundation that Christ died and was resurrected. The celebration of His ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritually Forsaken Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 2, 2008

Exposition of Isa 58:1-14 about spiritually forsaking the care of the less fortunate by fasting, prayer, and worship and God’s response to that behavior

Text: Isaiah 58:1-14, Title: Spiritually Forsaken, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/29/08, AM A. Opening illustration: some local illustration of trying to help someone, or maybe a generic example of how things usually go with trying to help those who are struggling. B. Background to passage: As we continue our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is My Shepherd (Psalm 23)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 28, 2007

The Lord is my shepherd. Of course, the problem is that most of us have never even seen a shepherd! ...

Psalm 23 The Lord is my Shepherd The Lord is my trainer I shall not fear the fight. He is constantly with me, working my corner He refreshes me between rounds with cool water And with even cooler advice Yeah, though I walk to centre-ring To stare out an opponent twice ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

It's A Wonderful Life

Contributed by J John on Dec 5, 2007

As the seasons change, many of us find that the annual arrival of Christmas characterises the passing of yet another year. For more info: http://www.philotrust.com

SermonCentral Editor’s note: J.John, a Greek Cypriot, has been described as "The Billy Graham of Great Britain," speaking to more than 300,000 people in person each year. He has authored 21 books and has more than one million copies in circulation. You may learn more about his ministry at: ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: *other

Are You Hearing Voices? Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 4, 2012

The desert becomes a place of listening for those preparing to serve God. In the desert John would prepare the way for the Messiah (God). In our own deserts we must hear the voice of God in our preparation to serve him.

1. [At this time of year there is a clamor of people wanting out attention – advertisers; children and presents; adults and presents; 2. In the midst of all of the noise around us, God is also seeking to be heard [In Wizard of Oz – Dorothy, Cowardly Lion, Tin Man, and Scarecrow journey ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ