Sermons on Shame At Failure:

And The Angel Of The Lord Stood By

Contributed by Mark Jones on Apr 25, 2004

Essence of the Lesson: It is Jesus’ great pleasure and his ongoing work to cleanse and defend His brethren against all satanic accusation to enable and prepare them for His service!

And The Angel of the LORD Stood By Copyright 2004 Rev. John Mark Jones, all rights reserved Essence of the Lesson: It is Jesus’ great pleasure and his ongoing work to cleanse and defend His brethren against all satanic accusation to enable and prepare them for His service! Zec 3:1-5 (1) Then ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

The Measure Of A Man. Part I

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 30, 2020

This is the first in a series that examines the qualifications for being an elder.

Title: The Measure of a Mature Christian Man Script: I Tim. 3:1-7 Type: Expository Where: GNBC Father’s Day 2020 Intro: What is your ideal of a “man”? (Pictures: John Wayne, Dwayne Johnson, Carey Grant, Boy George?) Dr. Gene Getz wrote a book called “The Measure of a Man” about 40 years ago. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gift Of The Thorn

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Sep 20, 2025

Sometimes the greatest gifts God gives us are the weaknesses we would never choose for ourselves.

INTRO If we took an inventory of everything that we say in our prayers, we would likely find that the vast majority of our prayers fall into one of two simple prayers. The first category is the “Gimmie” prayer. You know the “gimmie” prayer well. “Lord, gimme that parking spot right up front. And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Heals A Paralytic Man Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 17, 2003

The healing of the paralytic man illustrates how Jesus heals and respects the faithfulness of others too in the healing process.

Sermon for 7 Epiphany Yr B, 23/02/2003 Based on Mk. 2:1-12 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “What is your favorite Bible story, papa?” the little girl asked her father as he tucked her under the sheets. “Let me see,” he said as he sat on the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Hope Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 1, 2004

This is the 1st sermon and service notes for the series "Christmas Brings".

Series: Christmas Brings…[#1] HOPE Hebrews 6:18-20 Welcome Hymn 87 “Joy To The World” (Vs. 1&4) Hymn 89 “O Come All Ye Faithful” (Vs. 1&3) Offering Hymn 335 “Standing On The Promises” (Vs. 1&4) Children’s Choir “Meet With Me” Introduction: Now that Thanksgiving has passed, the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Believers Unaccused Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005

If you have trusted in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, we now stand in newness of life in Jesus Christ, Unaccused before our God and Father.

The scene was San Diego Superior Court. Two men were on trial for armed robbery. An eyewitness took the stand, and the prosecutor moved carefully: "So, you say you were at the scene when the robbery took place?" "Yes." "And you saw a vehicle leave at a high rate of speed?" "Yes." "And did you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

All The World's A Stage Series

Contributed by John Knight on Apr 14, 2003

Second in series. Getting rid of the baggage that prevents us from our objective: becoming like Christ

"In Christ" "All The World’s A Stage" Hebrews 11:32-12:2 "And what more shall I say? For time would fail me to tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, of David and Samuel and the prophets— who through faith conquered kingdoms, enforced justice, received promises, stopped the mouths of lions, ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Easter - The Wisdom Of The Cross

Contributed by George Rennau on Apr 17, 2003

The message of the cross is the manifestation of God’s wise plan to save all mankind from sin and death.

Easter - THE WISDOM OF THE CROSS This morning’s message as we draw close to resurrection Sunday is entitled “The Wisdom of the Cross” Text: 1 Cor. 1:23-25 but we preach Christ crucified: a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles, [24] but to those whom God has called, both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:23-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Normal, Victorious Christian Life

Contributed by Dave Blackburn on Jul 8, 2009

How we can face struggles, trials, and temptations and still live a normal, victorious Christian Life!

As Christians, we face trials and temptations every day. These trials and temptations may bring with them varied and different struggles. We may be struggling with personal matters What do I do in this situation? How do I overcome this predicament? We may be struggling with personal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

God Will Go The Distance

Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Jul 19, 2008

Preached at Christmas, but good for any occasion. God came the distance to us. He went the distance for us. He is going the distance with us.

God Will Go the Distance 9 This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. 10 This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. 1 John 4:9-10 (NIV) HE CAME THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Gift That Is Just Indescribable Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 24, 2008

This message examines the importance of the incarnation and Christ’s attitude in regard to the Christmas story.

Many times some very significant events slip under the radar and do not make the headlines. Many times it is due to the fact that the world’s eyes are fixed upon a seemingly larger event. For example, in 1809 the eyes of the world were on Napoleon as he marched across Europe. As the world watched ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building A Strong Christian Family

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Feb 22, 2011

Talking to an expatriate worker in the Middle East, one reporter asks the question: What motivate you to endure all the hardships, discriminations, injustices and loneliness? The expatriate answered, “The thought that I’m doing all these for my family!"

BUILDING A STRONG CHRISTIAN FAMILY Psalms 27:1-5 Talking to an expatriate worker in the Middle East, one reporter asks the question: What motivate you to endure all the hardships, discriminations, injustices and loneliness while working in other country? The expatriate answered, “I’m doing all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wounds Of Christ

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 18, 2011

Christ’s reprehensible suffering is prophesied in the Old Testament. Bruised, Wounded, Smitten! Have you ever stopped to consider the wounds He received in His substitutionary death for you and me.

The Wounds of Christ Isaiah 53:5 Within a few days from the Triumphal Entry, the exaltation of Christ by the crowds would quickly give way to untold suffering and the angry shouts of a mob saying “Crucify Him!” Christ’s reprehensible suffering is prophesied in the Old Testament. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Baptist

Living Sacrifices Series

Contributed by Art Good on Jun 7, 2007

Why do Christians wear a cross? What is its meaning to the church? In this message we are going to look at 4 images that will help us understand the place of the cross in the life of the believer.

Illus. In Texas last week, an 18 year old man was arrested for wearing a noose in public. As Jewelry. Seems kind of morbid doesn’t it? A noose is an instrument of an agonizing death. It represents vigilante law, I would never be proud to wear a noose. What about an electric chair? Did you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Place For A New Beginning Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Feb 6, 2007

3 of 3 finding freedom through forgiveness

A Place to Belong / A Place for a New Beginning Sunday May 22, 2005 Opening Prayer: Father, we come to you because we trust in your goodness and because you are the JOY giver. You are the One who sets us free. Many people here today struggle with guilt and shame. Lord there are those here who ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal