Sermons on Self Talking:

The Lord Is Good

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Jan 6, 2019

A short sermon for a funeral service. I wrote this talk for the funeral of a Christian person.

In Nahum 1.7—a book in the Bible not often heard—the prophet Nahum says, “The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him” (Nahum 1:7). It may seem counter-intuitive to consider this verse at a funeral when death is clearly on our minds. How can we say that the ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Freedom Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 11, 2014

This message talks about the freedom God brings from the things that bind you

Freedom Isaiah 61:1-3 Today is the third Sunday of Advent, the time when the church traditionally looks for the second coming of Christ. The first week, we spoke about expectation and that God wants to do something greater than ever before in your life and the life of this church. Last week, we ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

Called To Suffer

Contributed by Jason Jones on Mar 26, 2012

A talk on how Christians should view the calling of suffering; looking, in patience, to Christ.

Text: 1 Peter 2:18-25, Title: Called to Suffer, Date/Place: NRBC, 3/25/12, PM Opening illustration: As parents we are all called to a special time of suffering for the whole family called potty training. Therefore with a baby on the way, and much discouraging news from older parents of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Show Evidences Of Knowing God.

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Mar 4, 2017

Show the world what you have don't just talk it.

SHOW EVIDENCES OF KNOWING GOD. 1ST John 2: 3 And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments. 4 He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. 5 But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Road To The Cross

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 14, 2017

Palm Sunday message that talks about the dangers of following Jesus from a distant

The road to the cross Selected Scriptures Introduction- Today we celebrate Palm Sunday. A day that we look at the final week of Jesus ministry before He goes to the cross and then the celebration of the empty tomb. To race to the cross and the resurrection without seeing the final week ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-58

Denomination: Nazarene

Influence

Contributed by Johnny Boatfield on Apr 28, 2017

FOCUSING ON HOW SATAN TRIED TO INFLUENCE BY TALKING OTHERS OUT OF THEIR PROMISE AND INTO TROUBLE

INFLUENCE • BRIEFLY TALK ABOUT INFLUENCE AND OUR TESTS WE TOOK LAST WEEK • ASK IF ANYONE WAS HAPPY ABOUT THERE NUMBERS FROM LAST WEEK • HAS ANYONE DONE ANYTHING TO CHANGE THEIR DAILY INFLUENCES FROM DAY TO DAY 1 Corinthians 15:33 (NIV) 33 Do not be misled:(A) “Bad company corrupts good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Genesis 3:1-6, 1 Corinthians 5:33

Learning From The Prayers Of Jesus - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 5, 2018

In the final message of this series we will be talking about some of the themes of Jesus prayers.

INTRODUCTION • In our First Study we discussed the model prayer that Jesus used to teach His disciples how to pray. We called this “The Lord’s Prayer”. • In our Second Study we looked at the prayers that Jesus prayed during His Baptism, while feeding the 5000 and on the Mount of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-2, John 14:15-16, John 10:17-18, Colossians 1:9-10, Luke 24:50-51  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Funeral Preparatory Sheet

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Jun 27, 2018

I use this worksheet to talk with family in planning a funeral - wanted to share with all

Full Name: _________________________________ Date Deceased: ______________ Age Deceased: _____ Place born: ________________________ Date of Birth: _________ Father Name: _________________________ Mother Name: _______________________ High School Name: ________________________________ Grad date: ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

We Are The Church (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 12, 2016

In this message we talk about what the bible says about the local church.

WeAre . . . The Church (note when you see B/S that is when I say brothers and sisters) OKAY WELCOME – to church! NOW - I want to start off this morning with some God-breathed words from the pen of both Matthew and Paul. When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is The Lord God Of Elijah (2 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 5, 2022

In the previous sermon we talked about Elijah, who was Elisha’s predecessor.

We learned that Elisha followed Elijah everywhere he went. Elisha followed Elijah from Gilgal to Beth-el, to Jericho, to Jordan. Elijah asked Elisha to “Tarry here...” three times, but every time Elisha would say, “...As the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee...” Elijah, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Be Steadfast

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 17, 2022

At a church fellowship supper, some Christian men were talking about their jobs.

One of them spoke up and said, “I have a good job offer but it would require that I would have to move too far from the church.” The man he was talking to said, “Take the job, you can always find another church somewhere else!” This man’s answer is typical of many people in our age. That is, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Baptist

The Armor Of God 1 Of 8

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

Paul wanted to talk to these Ephesian Christians about two very important things:

(1) BE STRONG IN THE LORD You see, we have many weak Christians today. This explains why so many Christians are being beaten up by Satan. There is a great need in all churches for Christians to grow strong in the Lord. It is one of the greatest needs in most churches. BUT HOW DO WE BECOME ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10

Denomination: Baptist

Developing And Maintaining Spiritual Disciplines - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Nov 3, 2020

Today we'll talk about how to have a quiet time...

Review - The Purpose of this Series: The Bible says that developing and maintaining spiritual disciplines is God’s will for you. "...that you may become mature Christians and may fulfill God's will for you." Col. 4:12b (Ph) Review - What is "Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35, Luke 22:39, Luke 5:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Concerning The Covenants Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

Here Paul talks about the old and the new. Consider Paul’s words.

CONCERNING THE COVENANTS II CORINTHIANS 3:1-18 INTRODUCTION: It’s L.A. Law versus Nancy Grace. Not really. This has nothing to do with a T.V. show. It has to do with the old and new covenants. It concerns law and grace. Everyone has experienced the frustration of something wearing out. We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

God's Answers To Suffering Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 26, 2016

God asserts God's divine wisdom and talks about the limits of Jobs understanding.

Job 31:35-37; 38:1-11 “God’s Answer’s to Suffering” INTRODUCTION When we encounter a speed bump on the road of life, we often find ourselves asking, “How did that get there?” or “Why did I hit that speed bump?” It is our human nature to want to ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran