Sermons on Shakes:

Thoughts About Death Series

Contributed by Robert Glass on Dec 12, 2017

Is Dying REALLY a death?

Thoughts About Death Robert A. Glass Wait! A minute! Before we get to death, let’s look at LIFE. When a Sperm and an EGG “shake hands” an ETERNAL Soul is created. (And eternal means that it CAN’T die.) Remember God knew us BEFORE even WE knew us. (Job 31:15) “Did not he that made me in the womb ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peace Like A River

Contributed by Mathew Philip on May 4, 2020

God sends peace like a river in the middle of chaos and confusion

"Though the waters roar and be troubled, Though the mountains shake, there is a river" (Psalm 46:3). Psalm 46 is said to be the favorite Psalm of Martin Luther, the great reformer of the 15th century. This psalm inspired him to write the well known hymn, "A Mighty Fortress Is Our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:12

Denomination: Other

The Righteous Shall Persevere

Contributed by James Dina on Sep 10, 2020

The righteous man perseveres, notwithstanding all seeming discouragements from God, and real oppositions from men.

THE RIGHTEOUS SHALL PERSEVERE “The path of the just is like the shining sun, that shines ever brighter unto the perfect day. The way of the wicked is like darkness; they do not know what makes them stumble” (Proverbs 4:18) The righteous man perseveres, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 52:1, Proverbs 4:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fear Not Series

Contributed by Vini Charles on Dec 11, 2022

Isaiah 35:3-4 Strengthen the feeble hands, steady the knees that give way; say to those with fearful hearts, “Be strong, do not fear; your God will come, he will come with vengeance; with divine retribution he will come to save you.”

I don’t know much about interpreting dreams, but I do know that the Lord used a few weird and wonderful dreams in days gone by to reveal His plans for the future. Take the prophet Isaiah. He lay down one night and had a very strange dream. He found himself in the middle of a desert with nothing but ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:12, Ephesians 6:10

Denomination: Methodist

That These Bones Might Live.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 28, 2024

How long-dead sun-bleached bones revive, and become an exceeding great army.

THAT THESE BONES MIGHT LIVE. Ezekiel 37:1-10. The valley into which Ezekiel was transported “in the Spirit of the LORD” was “full” of bones (EZEKIEL 37:1). They were very many, exposed in the open valley, and very dry (EZEKIEL 37:2). The question is: can a vast miscellaneous collection of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Unlikely King Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus, born in humble circumstances, is the unlikely hero who came to rescue us from sin. His Kingdom disrupts the world and is worthy of our sacrifice.

Let's talk about heroes. You know, like those in Marvel movies or your favorite video game. But what if I told you that the biggest hero of all time was born in a barn? Sounds crazy, right? Well, that's exactly what happened with Jesus. Let's dive into the story. Picture this: Mary, a young girl, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Topics: Divine Sacrifice, Unlikely Savior, Jesus' Teachings, Spiritual Heroism

Is There Not A Cause

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Mar 8, 2003

Stand Up and be the Christian God wants you to be.

IS THERE NOT A CAUSE? I SAMUEL 17:22-29 8-25-02 Bills Lake Baptist Church Newaygo Mi. It grieves me when I see God’s people coward under the pressures of this world. I am convinced like David that we have no business hiding from the cries of this world. I have nothing to be ashamed of and I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:22-29

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing That He Is The Lord

Contributed by Clinton Nobles on Nov 26, 2002

The sovereignty of God is something that as Christians we often take for granted that everyone knows. We have always believed that He is all-powerful and all-knowing, so we assume that others have this same set standards by which they live their lives.

“So shall ye know that I am the LORD your God dwelling in Zion, my holy mountain: then shall Jerusalem be holy, and there shall no strangers pass through her any more.” Joel 3:17 The sovereignty of God is something that as Christians we often take for granted that everyone knows. We have always ...read more

Scripture: Joel 3:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Receiving Through Giving

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Luke 6:38 says, "Give and it shall be given you.

Luke 6:38 says, "Give and it shall be given you." Most people try to have by hoarding, but God says the way to have more is through giving. Blessed is that person who has learned the lesson that God honors those who give. There was a Christian man who recently sat in front of me at a meeting. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38

There Are More Fish In The Sea

Contributed by Michael Bowen on Nov 20, 2001

Three reasons why churches die.

There Are More Fish In The Sea - John 21:1-6 Introduction: A young boy attended his father’s church for the first time. During the whole service the young boy was bored to tears and couldn’t wait for the service to end. When the service was finally over the father in the son were in the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Getting Blown Off Course?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 9, 2004

The master of the ship was no longer the Master of the ship. The ship was blown eight hundred miles off course. The Devil was now in control. Our sinful habits take another turn. They become addictions!

Title: "Getting Blown Off Course" You know better than to leave Fair Havens. Paul let the Centurion know that it was "God’s Will" for them to winter in Fair Havens. God had warned him not to leave the shores of the Island of Crete. Application. Being in the will of God should not be a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of My Success!

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jul 18, 2008

The failure to keep God’s rules results in an erosion of the power to perform effective as a Christian

Scripture: Judges 16:1 – Title: “The Secret of My Success!” Introduction: The story of Samson has caused more stories, books, and movies to be produced than a person would want to count! · Most every one have emphasized three main points: Samson’s great strength – His love affairs, and his ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of A Forgiving Church

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 12, 2007

This is a very short but powerful message about a church practicing forgiveness. A church that can not forgive cant grow.

The Power of a Forgiving Church Acts 2:14/Matthew 18:15-17/Mark 11:25/Ephesians 4:30-32 Intro: Look at a United Church They were all of one accord (Acts 1:14) They were praying together in one place (Acts 2:1) They were of one heart and soul (Acts 4:32) This church Had Many Potential ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering The Impact Of Knowing Your Purpose ("40 Days" - Week 1)

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 5, 2005

This message explores what the Bible has to say about Jesus’ purpose in coming to earth as well as what happens in our lives as we live for God’s purposes.

What Were The Purposes Of Jesus’ Life? 1. Jesus came to give us an opportunity to be forgiven. - John 12:27 - “Now My soul is troubled, and what shall I say? ‘Father, save Me from this hour’? But for this purpose I came to this hour. Father, glorify Your name.” (NKJV) 2. Jesus came to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:43

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Worry Be Happy

Contributed by Greg Cooper on Nov 8, 2006

We can get up everyday and face the day and what ever it brings with out losing our joy.

TITLE: DON’T WORRY BE HAPPY TEXT: I PETER 1:8 INTRO: A lot of people just cannot seem to shake the blues. Depression sets in on their lives and nothing seems to be able to pull them out. Every time you see them they have something that has gone wrong in their lives. We have a reason to be happy. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal