Sermons on Sign Of Jonah:

Please Pick Me Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 28, 2011

A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 5 verses 27 through 32

Luke 5: 27 – 32 Please Pick Me 27 After these things He went out and saw a tax collector named Levi, sitting at the tax office. And He said to him, “Follow Me.” 28 So he left all, rose up, and followed Him. 29 Then Levi gave Him a great feast in his own house. And there were a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Know That God Wants To Use You To Tell The World! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 29, 2011

The Body of Christ needs to go tell the world about God’s amazing love and mercy, the church must be active in fulfilling the Great Commission of Jesus. That means us at Christian Hills! We must tell others about our amazing Savior.

Series: What is the Spirit Saying? Review: The expression, "what the Spirit says to the churches" occurs in each of the seven letters to the particular churches in the book of Revelation. In these letters, Christ reminds these churches that he sees what is going on in their churches. He highlights ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Gentle Servant Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 30, 2011

We must embrace God’s Gentle Servant, we must depend on God’s great power, and we must believe in God’s sure and certain promises if we’re going to find hope in the midst of trouble.

At the elementary school where Becky Barnes teaches in Arizona, they had a problem with students throwing rocks. The principal made an announcement over the intercom warning students that anyone caught throwing rocks would be taken home by him personally. Later that day, during afternoon recess, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Four Words That Could Change Your Christmas: Rebel Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Dec 4, 2011

Your Christmas can be counter-cultural; not by turning away from something but by turning to someone.

ADVENT CONSPIRACY* FOUR WORDS THAT COULD CHANGE YOUR CHRISTMAS: REBEL Matthew 2:1-15 Big Idea: Your Christmas can be counter-cultural; not by turning away from something but by turning to someone. Supporting Scripture: Isaiah 55:2, Mark 12:29-31; Acts 4:12; Romans 12:2; 1 John 2:15 SERMON ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Drastic Change! Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 8, 2011

Life has changed drastically since the Fall of mankind.

Intro: 1. I confess I like to watch old shows like the Twighlight Zone, Alfred Hitchcock Presents, etc. One episode was about a woman serving life in a prison. Through the years she had become friends with one of the prison guards. His job was to bury the prisoners that died. He had a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

We Need The Heart Of The Shepherd Series

Contributed by James May on Dec 11, 2011

Part 3 in the series deals with what was in the heart of the shepherds, and why did God choose these shepherds to announce the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ?

What Does it Take to See Jesus? Christmas Series 2011 Part 3 – We Need the Heart of the Shepherds By Pastor James May We have seen from the Christmas Story that not everyone who lived in the land of Israel had the profound opportunity of seeing Jesus when he came into this world. Though ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When God Became A Man

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 12, 2011

John does not begin his Gospel as the other Gospel accounts do. John transports us to eternity past – before creation, before man – before the existence of time.

When God Became A Man John 1:1-5, 10-14 John chapter one may not seem like a great Christmas text—but it is the truth behind the story of the angels and shepherds and the Wise Men and the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Faith On The Frontlines Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011

We are told in God's word that anyone who seeks to follow Christ should expect persecution. In can come in different shapes and forms but the truth of it is that brothers and sisters around the world are suffering for their faith. What should we expect?

Faith on the Frontlines - Acts 5:12-42 - November 13, 2011 International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church Hoa Lo prison was constructed by the French in the late 1800’s during the time when Vietnam was still a part of French Indochina. Translated, the name of the prison means, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: *other

Slow Starters Are Not No Starters. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 14, 2011

Abram is finally getting into gear and making some real spiritual progress.

Intro: 1. Some things are slow starters. The first electric light was so dim that a candle was needed to see its socket; One of the first steamboats took 32 hours to chug its way from New York to Albany, a distance of 150 miles; Wilbur and Orville Writght's first airplane flight lasted only 12 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:5-18

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Is Coming: Do Not Be Afraid

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 15, 2011

Mary was troubled by the angel's greeting, but Gabriel calmed her fears.

December 18, 2011 Luke 1:26-38 In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran

A Reflection Of Trust Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 18, 2011

This message looks at the two most important Marys in the Life of Jesus. Mary his mother and Mary Magdalene

A Reflection of Trust She was a critical piece of the puzzle. And she truly is what makes Christmas Christmas. She was the original Madonna and she put the word “Virgin” in songs two thousand years before “Like a Virgin” became a hit. Through the years she’s been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

With God There Is Forgiveness

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 25, 2011

Exposition of Psalm 130 (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUITLINE: (1). From death to life (vs 1-2). (2). From guilt to forgiveness (vs 3-4). (3). From darkness to light (vs 5-6) (4). From slavery to freedom (vs 7-8) SERMON CONTENT: Ill: • A family were having a weekend in Paris; • And the Father decided he would take his little boy to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Brethren

What’s The Best Way To Honor Godly Mothers?

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 1, 2011

What’s the best way to honor Godly mothers? 1. Follow their faith (Luke 1:34-38). 2. Walk in their wisdom (Luke 1:39-40 & John 2:1-11). 3. Stand with the strength of their love (John 19:25). 4. Help them when they hurt (John 19:26-30).

What’s the Best Way to Honor Godly Mothers? Luke 1:26-45, John 2:1-11, John 19:25-30 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 13, 2012 (Revised from Sermon preached at McClendon Baptist Church - May 9, 2010) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Luke 1, thinking about the best way ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-45

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting For Jesus: John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 3, 2011

No matter how well we know the Bible, not all things are clear at the beginning. Or even in the middle.

I expect you’ve all heard by now. Herod executed John bar Zechariah, whom most people called “the Baptizer,” two days ago.Nobody expected it, of course. Everyone knew that Herod was worried that John might be the real thing, and that God would get him if he didn’t tread lightly. But Herodias, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Grieve Without Obsessing

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 5, 2011

Christians have the emotional and spiritual resources to cope with loss.

20110703 The Third Sunday After Pentecost - Web Site Title: How to Grieve without Obsessing Text: II Samuel 1 – 2:7 Thesis: Christians have the emotional and spiritual resources to cope with loss. Introduction On July 4, 1776, just 235 years ago, the Continental Congress adopted The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational