Sermons on Serious:

In Moments Like These

Contributed by Craig Benner on Nov 9, 2013

A moment is such a small amount of time, but it can make such an impact on each of our lives, both for now and for eternity.

In Moments Like These -A chorus- In moments like these we lift up our hands, we lift up our hands, unto Jesus Eccl. 3:1-4 Great Moments in our lives. A moment is a small amount of time, usually measured in seconds or minutes. Amazing things take place in just moments. We all have weak ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Innkeeper

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Dec 22, 2013

A short drama about what the Innkeeper might have said if given the chance

This is a drama type sermon, more like a monologue than anything else. Have someone explain that the sermon they are about to become a part of may be a little different than what they are used to (This is especially helpful if you have visitors or you’re at a new church) Have this person ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Shall The Gifts Cease Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 16, 2012

A topical exposition of 1Cor. 13:8-13 on miraculous gifts.

Text: 1 Cor 13:8-13, Title: When Shall Gifts Pass Away, Date/Place: NRBC, 1/15/12, AM Opening illustration: Talk about Shelia, her background, my beard, and the watch night service we went to Background to passage: Also read 1 Cor 12:7-11, 27-31. Mention subsequence and baptism/filling of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Gifted For Growth Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 15, 2012

If you are sealed by the Spirit then you are gifted by God to help the body grow in Christ. This is an introduction to a study on the gifts of the Spirit discussing their source, significance, and stewardship of the gifts.

Intro: Ephesians 4:8 quotes Psalm 68:18 which says “You received gifts from men.” Paul is saying something that would have been understood by people in His day. You gave gifts to men. Paul is using this under the idea of a King who has conquered his enemy coming back into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Servant’s Loyalty To His Master

Contributed by Carl Palatino on Oct 21, 2013

There are two thing to consider to check our loyalty to our master, first a leader/servant must be willing to submit to the will of his Master (John 13: 36-38). Second, a servant must have hope and confidence to his Master (John 14:1-6).

A SERVANT’S LOYALTY TO HIS MASTER John 13:36-14:6 Introduction: Peter returned to the subject of Jesus' departure (v. 33). He was unclear about where Jesus meant He would go. Jesus did not answer him unambiguously probably because such an answer would have created even more serious problems ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Healed And Gratefukl

Contributed by Brian Stephens on Apr 17, 2013

When Jesus healed the 10 lepers, there were 3 things that happened in the process.

Ten Healed of Leprosy Verse 11- “As Jesus continued on toward Jerusalem, he reached the border between Galilee and Samaria. 12As he entered a village there, ten lepers stood at a distance, 13crying out, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!” Lepers- In the Bible, the word leprosy is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Nazarene

Beseech The Lord

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Aug 24, 2011

How a leper received a blessing, one that we will never forget about, and how Jesus has the power to do the same for you.

Mathew 8:1-4 “When he was come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed him.” Great multitudes have not ceased to exist – people are still following Jesus and following his teachings every day. Jesus is the way to the likeness of the spirit of God. Most of us know that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Paradox Of The Gospel

Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Aug 28, 2011

The inherent paradox in scripture and Christian life

Exodus 3:1-15 Romans 12:9-21 Matthew 16:21-28 Which came first, the chicken or the egg? This is probably the best known paradox of all time. Here are some more light-hearted paradoxes are that you might like to consider: Computer security Political science Tight slacks Definite maybe Pretty ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Peter And Judas: What's The Difference?

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011

Peter and Judas both failed during the Passion of Christ. But the result was really different. Here's why.

Passage: Matthew 27:1-10 Intro: There are few more dishonorable people than Judas Iscariot 1. when is the last time you heard of a baby named Judas? 2. he comes and goes in this ongoing drama, and here he finally goes. 3. I find it very interesting that this event is found right after ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Just Children Series

Contributed by Dan Willis on Sep 21, 2011

The sermon breaks down societies misconceptions on children. This sermon gives us a biblical understanding and view point of the power and depth of understanding children have even in their innocence and naivety. It challenges us to consider carefully how

Today we are going to start into a new series. This series will be difficult and will challenge us to be honest and aware of the things going on around us. They will cause us to face a hardship that is present even now among us. We are going to confront the 3 great lies Satan has told the church of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Paul's Secret: Press Toward The Goal

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 11, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: What is Paul's secret why he lived to be the writer of majority of New Testament? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to press toward the goal to attain the goal. IV. TEXT: Philippians 3:13 (New Inter

I. EXORDIUM: What is Paul's secret why he lived to be the writer of majority of New Testament? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to press toward the goal to attain the goal. IV. TEXT: Philippians 3:13 (New International Version) Brothers, I do not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Envying The Evildoer Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jul 11, 2013

In Psalm 73, David gives us some valuable principles to remember when we are going through problems, and our hearts are tempted to become envious of others.

Envying the Evildoer Psalm 73 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. When a believer is encountering problems, the temptation is to look at others who are not God’s children, see their prosperity, and become envious. • Why do they have good health? Why do they have a nice house, a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Bible Church

Gethsemane: Place For Prayer, Place For Betrayal Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 2, 2012

For Jesus, Gethsemane was a place of worship, a place to surrender his will to the Father; for Judas, it was a place to completely betray Jesus. No location can substitute for the heart.

Gethsemane: Place for Prayer, Place for Betrayal (Matthew 26:36-50) 1. I found a strange article Friday titled, “Bear Saves Man in Mountain Lion Attack.” 2. “Robert Biggs, 69, who often hikes in the Whisky Flats area, came across a mother bear and her cubs, which were about 40 feet from where he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-50

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seriousness Of Sins Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 30, 2012

The result of hypocrisy and living lies is disastrous but the life of living what Jesus tells us will not only enrich us personally but it will expand the Kingdom of God forever!

As we noted last week, Jesus the Christ warns people of allowing darkness into their lives. It is actually God’s desire for every human being to be full of light because God the Creator is Light! Light signifies radiance, purity, holiness, and true life! God created people so that they can be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-54

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Come Apart – So You Don’t Come Apart

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 23, 2012

American’s way of living tends to be at a breakneck pace, in the fast lane!

Text) Mark 6:30-32 The word “weary” means to “feel fatigue.” It is the natural result of labor and toil that reduces strength. We tend to be members of the “fraternity of the fatigued.” It is said the we are all in the “rat race” of life. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-32

Denomination: Pentecostal