Sermons on Silence From Heaven:

A Rejoicing Heart Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 20, 2011

In this lesson, we learn that having a rejoicing heart comes from learning to rejoice over our salvation and the salvation of others. We should rejoice that our name is written in heaven!

A. How many of you like surprise parties? 1. Here’s a funny cartoon about a surprise party gone wrong. 2. Ed’s co-workers surprised him on his birthday. 3. “Well one thing’s for sure…He was definitely surprised.” B. Max Lucado tells an interesting story ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Bones To Brawn

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 14, 2005

From Bones to Brawn 1) See what God did for Israel 2) See what God does for us

Watching our Mum & Me program in action has been an enjoyable experience for me. I’ve been especially impressed with one helper our teachers have - Shep the sheepdog puppet. Shep usually shows up when it’s time for the Bible story. He’s really good at keeping the children’s attention and explaining ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Out With The Old, In With The New.

Contributed by Robert Mccracken on Nov 13, 2004

A brief study of Ephesians 4:22-24, how one needs to get rid of their old sinful self, and become a new creation in Christ.

Message: Out with the Old and In with the New. This morning we are going to take a look into a small portion of Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. This letter is somewhat different than some of Paul’s other writing. This book has three main themes, the believers position through grace, the truth ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Not Far From The Kingdom

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 31, 2014

What does it mean to be 'not far' from the Kingdom? These troubling words were told to the one who knew all the right words to say.

Not Far From the Kingdom Mark 12:28-34 • Can you imagine how describe felt when he heard Jesus say, “You are not far from the kingdom of God?” • This had been a busy day for Jesus. Since coming into the temple, He had been confronted by just about everybody in the building. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

It Came From Within! Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Feb 10, 2021

Jesus teaches that the things that defile a person are the things that come from the heart. This sermon offers four habits to be cultivated as means of grace to allow the Spirit room to root out the sin that lurks within our hearts.

It Came From Within Introduction Growing up spending many days at my grandfather's home we watched television a lot. While I was a child of the 80s, we also watched old films. There were those that put my young mind in suspense with titles like The Creature From the Black Lagoon and It Came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:16-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Free From Condemnation

Contributed by Tim Gibson on Nov 23, 2000

Based on the story of the woman caught in sin this sermon shows the nature of true and false guilt and how Jesus deals with it.

(1) INTRODUCTION: Condemnation comes through being GUILTY. In this story the woman was openly guilty, the Scribes and Pharisees were guilty at heart - Their consciences condemning them (Rom 2:15 cf. Ex 31:18). God uses guilt to save us, Satan abuses guilt to trap and destroy us. Two Types ...read more

Scripture: John 8:3-11, 1 John 3:20-21

Denomination: *other

God Is Becoming A Stranger In America

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Dec 29, 2002

God is fast becoming a Stranger in America. The church must step up and pray for Revival of the church and repentance for the nation.

JEREMIAH 14:1-15:3 DECEMBER 29, 2002 Parkersburg Baptist Church THE LAND OF JUDAH IS IN A GREAT FAMINE. WE HAVE READ HERE A DESCRIPTION OF WHAT LIFE WAS LIKE DURING THIS TERRIBLE TIME. THE PROPHET JEREMIAH DESCRIBES THE CITY AND ITS INHABITANTS AS THOUGH THEY WERE IN MOURNING. THEY HAVE BEEN ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Meditation

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 11, 2001

This is a standard funeral message from John 14

The Funeral Service Opening I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die. For this slight momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, because we look ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

From Rage To Riche

Contributed by Paul George on Oct 22, 2003

The purpose of the vision of the surveyor, Zechariah chapter 2, was to assure the Israelites the nation would be reestablished. The vision of Joshua the high priest assures the Israelites that they shall be put into a good position again.

The purpose of the vision of the surveyor, Zechariah chapter 2, was to assure the Israelites the nation would be reestablished. The vision of Joshua the high priest assures the Israelites that they shall be put into a good position again, and the promise of this also points to Christ, who is not ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-7

Denomination: Holiness

From Worry To Peace Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Nov 16, 2006

In Phil 4:4-7, Paul gives three ways to take a bite out of worry, anxiety, and stress.

Phil 4:4-7 Our scripture focuses on a challenge all of us face from time to time – how to deal with worry, anxiety, and stress. Sometimes we deal with it well and handle it in a mature way. At other times we may let it get out of hand. Watch what happens to Mr. Steinbloom. (He asks question ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7-11

Denomination: Brethren

Lessons From The Shepherds Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 15, 2008

What can we learn from the shepherds about responding to God’s call at Christmas?

THE CALL OF CHRISTMAS – PT 2 The Shepherds Luke 2:15-20 * What do you think of when you hear these words “THE DRAFT?” Some think of the draft which takes place every year in sports as college athletes are “drafted” into the pros. Think about it; these top level athletes don’t particularly get to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

From Doubting To Shouting

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 10, 2025

Thomas began as the disciple who doubted, isolated from his brothers and demanding physical proof of Christ’s resurrection. But when confronted with the scars of Jesus, he gave the strongest confession in the New Testament: “My Lord and my God.”

Introduction – When Life Leaves You Dazed Anyone who’s played contact sports knows what a concussion looks like. The player takes a hit, staggers to his feet, eyes glassy, not sure where he is. He’s on the field, but he’s in a fog. Life can hit like that too. A sudden loss. A phone call in the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-28, Romans 10:17, Luke 24:44-46, 1 Peter 1:8

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

My Kingdom Is Not Of This World

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 26, 2016

Christ was crucified and raised from the dead to deliver a people for His Name into His eternal Kingdom.

In the midst of darkness, God’s glory blazes. When evil appears to triumph, grace prevails. When dark denizens of this fallen world convince themselves they have defeated grace, righteousness conquers. These themes are written large in accounts provided of the brief hours leading to the ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

The 7 Windows Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 24, 2016

A beautiful story based on 7 windows. It tells the Christmas story from the perspective of an opening in heaven.

THE 7 WINDOWS OF CHRISTMAS The Bible speaks about the Window of Heaven being opened to allow the blessings of God to come to earth for those who love God and honour His Name. That got me thinking about windows, windows of the soul, shop windows, car windows, computer windows, all kinds of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Too Late Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 15, 2026

This is the 59th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#59] TOO LATE Luke 16:19-31 Introduction: Over the past 4 weeks, I’ve had the difficult task of officiating 3 funerals. Each 1 served as a stark reminder that life is unpredictable and incredibly fragile. None of us knows how much time we have left — whether it’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist