Sermons on Shining Light:

Great Is His Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Ray Swift on Jan 28, 2004

If God is te remain faithful and be be the light of our future we must stay intentional with . . .

FB, Cherokee January 18, 2004 Sunday Morning Part 2 “Great Is His Faithfulness” Intro.: As we continue in the year of 2004 and recognizing our churches Centennial it has been good to look back and to see the things that have stayed the same and the things that have changed. Last week we looked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

Found Thankful And Fruitful Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 24, 2003

Message about how we should be living in light of the imminent return of Jesus Christ

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC Dr. Russell Brownworth, D.Min., Pastor November 23, 2003 1But of the times and the seasons, brethren, ye have no need that I write unto you. 2For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Life Is A Temporary Assignment Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Sep 29, 2003

This life is not forever. However, it is important- very important, in light of where we’re going.

Life is a Temporary Assignment Purpose Driven Life #6 Cornwall September 6, 2003 We don’t want it to be, but life on earth is a temporary assignment, and this brings some perspective to what we do and how we live that might be different from what we have if we think we’ll go on forever. I don’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17, Philippians 3:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sanctity Of The Womb Part 2:the Question Of Response Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

In light of what Scripture says about the heart of God, what should we do?

I want to set a text before us as a point of reference as we approach this subject… “For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through the obedience of one man the many will be made righteous. The law was added so that the trespass might increase. But ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Ghost Baptism

Contributed by Evangelist Ron Freeman on Sep 5, 2003

To discuss the Holy Ghost Baptism in light of today’s many controversies and the holy scriptures.

INTRODUCTION: A. Aim: To discuss the Holy Ghost Baptism in light of today’s many controversies and the scriptures. B. Pro: To establish that only Peter and the eleven received the Holy Ghost Baptism on the day of Pentecost. C. Text: Acts 2:1-4, 5-14 D. Outline: 1. Promise of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

For Christ's Sake Series

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on May 30, 2006

Symbols are very important - In light of the overwhelming power of Christ, it is unwise to take him lightly…

Tomorrow morning, of course, is Memorial Day. Memorial Day is that sacred day which Congress set us aside to remind us that your local car dealership has deep discounts on new and used vehicles. Oh wait, that’s not right. That’s the day we set aside to tell us that summer is starting and the pool ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Wedding #3 Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jun 30, 2005

A mix of wedding #1 & #2 with an outdoor service and a candle lighting indoors before the reception.

The Marriage of Brian & Diane July 2nd, 2005 INTRODUCTION Welcome, on this the second day of July 2005. The Bride and Groom would like to welcome you all to this most joyous occasion. We are here today because of our belief in the principals from the Holy Scriptures that surround ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-6

Denomination: Bible Church

The Sanctity Of Human Life Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Jul 18, 2005

The commandment against murder is a statute of liberty, especially in light of Jesus’ interpretation in the Sermon on the Mount.

“THE SANCTITY OF HUMAN LIFE” (Exodus 20:13) The commandment against murder is a statute of liberty, especially in light of Jesus’ interpretation. In the Sermon on the Mount He said, “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘Do not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Shoot Low Boys, They're Riding Shetland Ponies

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 5, 2008

This is a message of encouragement that highlights all the "lesser" lights that play a worthy part in any church.

Acts 17:32-34 KJV And when they heard of the resurrection of the dead, some mocked: and others said, We will hear thee again of this matter. [33] So Paul departed from among them. [34] Howbeit certain men clave unto him, and believed: among the which was Dionysius the Areopagite, and a woman ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:32-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Advent

Contributed by Joanna Beveridge on Dec 5, 2006

Jesus is the light of the world who through his birth brought new hope to the world.

Today is the fourth, and final, Sunday of Advent. Very shortly we will be celebrating Christmas – the festival which bears our Saviour’s name. Each year we seem to move further and further away from the religious ideals of Christmas and nearer and nearer to an orgy of conspicuous consumption. We ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Buy The Farm

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Jul 22, 2008

A sermon that looks at the parable of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great value in light of the surrounding parables.

Do you know where the phrase “buy the farm” comes from? It is actually rather recent in its usage. It started perhaps during WWI but certainly by WWII, having been recorded only in the 1950’s. Professor Jonathan Lighter has compiled the origin in the Random House Dictionary of American Slang. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Lutheran

Iworship Part 1: Why Iworship Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 14, 2009

True worship begins with a clear picture of who we are in light of who God is.

iWorship Part 1: Why iWorship “To worship God is to ascribe to Him supreme worth, for He alone is worthy.” -Ralph P. Martin "Worship in the Early Church" Icebreaker: I heard a cute story the other day about a little boy named Chris. He was going up the steps to a large church. He saw 3 statues ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

What Jesus Would Say To A Wiccan Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 31, 2010

Explanation and evaluation of Wicca in light of clear teaching of Scripture. Includes ways to witness to a Wiccan.

What Jesus Would Say to a Wiccan Revelation 2:6 Rev. Brian Bill 10/31/10 I talked to a PBC person a week ago who told me that she had a conversation with some people in the community about our sermon series. One person said something like this: “I don’t think your pastor should be speaking on ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross

Contributed by David Butcher on Oct 21, 2006

The importance of the cross in the life of the believer TODAY. Especially in the light of opposition in the UK to this Christian symbol

Galatians 6:11-18 NLT 11 Notice what large letters I use as I write these closing words in my own handwriting. 12 Those who are trying to force you to be circumcised are doing it for just one reason. They don’t want to be persecuted for teaching that the cross of Christ alone can save. 13 And even ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pots Of Meat

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 25, 2013

Why do people refuse to come to light? They are afraid if they would miss the pots of meat!

Pots of meat! Exodus 16:3’And the children of Israel said to them, "Oh, that we had died by the hand of the LORD in the land of Egypt, when we sat by the pots of meat and when we ate bread to the full! For you have brought us out into this wilderness to kill this whole assembly with hunger." ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:3

Denomination: Pentecostal