Sermons on Seven Thunders:

God's Way

Contributed by Joey Johnson on May 18, 2001

When we face the challenges of this life, there is but one way to handle them, fighting the tempation to handle them our way and in faith deciding to handle them God’s Way.

GOD’S WAY (2 Kings 5.1-14) (v.1) I. Naaman was a successful man, he had a lot going for him, but he also had a big problem( a burden in his life). “...commander of the army... a great and honorable man... by him the LORD gave ...read more

Scripture: John 9:3, 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Winning Ways Of Worship

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Nov 22, 2005

Recently, a group now known as The Lucky 7 won 315,000,000 dollars in the Mega Lotto. Have you ever won a game of tic-tac-toe, monopoly, a foot race, if not . . . don’t worry,if you are a true worshipper, you are already a winner.

THE WINNING WAYS OF WORSHIP MATTHEW 15:21-28 ON WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 16, 2005 SEVEN EMPLOYEES OF KAISER ANAHEIM KNOWN NOW AS THE LUCKY SEVEN MILLIONAIRES WOKE UP WITH NEW FOUND RICHES, AS THEY WERE THE WINNERS OF THE 315 MILLION DOLLAR MEGA LOTTO. AFTER TAXES, A THREE DOLLAR INVESTMENT WILL NET THEM ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Visions And Provisions

Contributed by Douglas Vincent on Mar 17, 2006

1. The abundance of God is given for a reason 2. We need the Spirit of God to show us how to use the abundance

Genesis 41 Visions and Provisions A few weeks ago I told you a short story about receiving a message from God for a friend of mine. I want to bring you back to the story as a way of helping us understand how God works. My friend was in a tough spot. He had conflicted relationship with his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-40

Denomination: Methodist

Forgive Them

Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 18, 2006

This was the first cry out recorded in the gospels from the cross. Forgiveness is a basic foundation of the cross.

1stBBC Forgive them Luk 23:33-34 And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left. Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-34

Denomination: Baptist

Where Did His Strength Lie?

Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 21, 2006

Where did his Samson’s strength lie? Was it in the 7 locks of his hair!? I don’t think so.

1stBBC Where did his strength lie? Jdg 16:6 And Delilah said to Samson, Tell me, I pray thee, wherein thy great strength lieth, and wherewith thou mightest be bound to afflict thee. Jdg 16:13 And Delilah said unto Samson, Hitherto thou hast mocked me, and told me lies: tell me wherewith thou ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle Of Leftovers

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 30, 2004

How God Uses People.

THE MIRACLE OF LEFTOVERS MATT. 15: 34-37; 2 COR. 5:17 I. INTRODUCTION ALL OF US ARE FAMILIAR WITH LEFTOVERS. YES, LEFTOVERS, THAT WHICH IS PREPARED, THEN USED, AND THAT WHICH REMAINS IS EITHER SAVED OR DISCARDED. LEFTOVERS COME IN VARIOUS CATEGORIES. MOST OF US CAN IDENTIFY WITH LEFTOVERS IN THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:34-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracles In John: Lesson 2: John 2:1-11

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 6, 2005

As the second lesson on the series of the Miracles in John, this sermon details John 2:1-11.

1. When did the miracles happen? On the seventh day. Day 1: ¡§The Pharisees question John the Baptist¡¨ (1:19-28). Day 2: ¡§The next day John saw Jesus coming¡¨ (1:29). Day 3: ¡§The next day John stood with two of his disciples¡¨ (1:35). Day 4: ¡§The day following . . . Jesus found Philip¡¨ ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"The Pathway Home, Restoration"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Oct 8, 2004

There are many people who, when confronted with sin, seem to shrug their shoulders and sigh away their sin by simply saying, "Oh well, I am sorry." Then, 1 John 1:9 is quoted, and nothing seems to change...

Title: "The Pathway Home, Restoration." Introduction: David said that his sin was "against the Lord." In Psalm 51, David said, "Against thee and thee only have I sinned." There are many people who, when confronted with sin, seem to shrug their shoulders and sigh away their sin by simply ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

An Anchor For The Soul Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Oct 21, 2003

Success in the Christian life isn’t all about our effort. While we must make an effort we are not left to do it alone. However, we can have assurance of success without yet realizing the success.

An Anchor for the Soul Hebrews 6:13–20 INTRODUCTION At the time of his death, this man’s work appeared in twenty-six hundred newspapers worldwide, and was the basis of a franchise earning $1 billion a year. Since its modest debut in just seven papers on October 2, 1950, his comic strip became a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eating At Jesus' Table

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Jan 31, 2004

Description of the Last Supper for celebration of the Lord’s Supper.

I. The Last Supper was a Passover meal. A. It was traditionally eaten in Jerusalem 1. After dark 2. Except the diaspora – they could eat where they were B. It was a family gathering 1. In a home – hence the need for Jesus to find a room 2. The elders (father or grandfather) usually lead the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Birth Of Christ Part 1

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Feb 11, 2004

A look at where we get the "Christmas Story," giving specific Bible references.

If a non-Christian were to approach you and say, “Which gospel contains the entire Christmas Story?” Would you be able to tell them? We get most of our information about the birth of Jesus from two gospels, Matthew and Luke. And neither gives us all the details of the familiar birth of Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

3 - Gold, Frankincense, And Myrrh

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jan 22, 2002

The Gifts the Wise Men brought were a symbol of Jesus’ Life - He would be our King, High Priest, and would die for the payment of our sins.

Herod was king of Jerusalem when Jesus was born in Bethlehem (means “House of Bread.”) Bethlehem, also known as Ephrath, was about 5 miles south of Jerusalem, and when wise men came to Herod asking where the REAL King of the Jews was, Herod got pretty jealous and tense, not to mention angry. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Celebrating Our Identity In Christ Series

Contributed by Quinton Hammonds on Nov 27, 2001

This sermon tells us part of what we are and what we have as Saved persons living in Christ.

CELEBRATING OUR IDENTITY IN CHRIST ROMANS 8:35-37 DR. Q.E. HAMMONDS Our theme for this month is celebrating our identity in Christ. To define the word identity simply means who you are. At times you as a person can be identified by different means. Like when I was a boy I was identified as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Church In Heaven With Christ Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 18, 2002

week 11 in a Wednesday evening study through the book of Revelation

WEEK 11 “The Church In Heaven With Christ” Date: August 21, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Revelation: 4:1-11 Introduction In these past weeks we have seen the history of the church in the seven churches of chapters 2-3. Now from this point on the church is no longer mentioned until ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Simple Restoration

Contributed by Scott Cody on Jul 9, 2007

A study of Naaman and God’s simple process of restoration.

1. Lesson Intro a. Restoration is difficult work i. easier to build a home than to restore one b. Washington monument i. 1886 - $250,000 ii.Renovation 1986 – 86 million. c. Restoring one’s life is just as difficult. 2. The Work of Art a. (2 Ki 5:1) " ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ