Sermons on Silence Means Consent:

Identity Theft

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Apr 4, 2006

This is what theologians call "identification with Christ." It means God has acted in such a way that we have become identified with Christ.

Dr. Wayne A. Lawson The Word Ministries, OKC Preached on Sunday March 12, 2006 http://www.thewordministryokc.com/ Title: Identity Theft Scripture: St. John 10:10 10The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Baptist

Carrying The Cross With Jesus

Contributed by Sajeev Painunkal, Sj on Apr 9, 2006

Jesus gave a new meaning to human suffering. Now a suffering person can look at the cross of Jesus and find comfort.

She was a Hindu; but all the same, an active member of the Students’ Christian Movement. Then the shocking news came that she was diagnosed with cancer. She was admitted in a hospital. When we went to see her, I expected her to be very bitter. At such a young age to get such a sickness! But ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Because The Tomb Is Empty!

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Apr 14, 2006

The empty tomb means 1) VINDICATION of Jesus 2) VICTORY over death 3) VIEWPOINT shift about life

Because the tomb is empty. Mat 28:1-10. WBC Easter Day 16.04.06am The empty tomb. This is it! This is what it is all about. The cornerstone of our faith! If we had each person that witnessed the resurrected Lord come up here this morning and talk for 15 minutes giving a testimony to what they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Raising Children

Contributed by Jack Russell on Feb 25, 2005

Today we dedicate a child to God. What does that mean for his parents and the community of faith in which he will grow?

This morning, for the second time in three weeks, we welcome into the community of faith a new child, Lars Hickey. Two weeks ago it was through infant baptism, today through dedication. It’s not my intent this morning to debate the issues of infant baptism vs believer baptism. Rather, let me ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Job: With Friends Like These Series

Contributed by James Dunn on Mar 9, 2005

Well meaning friends desire to help those who are hurting. In their sincerity, they may actually hinder rather than help.

With Friends like These Job 4-8 Four Different Friends: 1. Eliphaz – became proud as he spoke of his supposed insight to Job’s situation… 4:12-16 He made three incorrect assumptions of Job’s situation: a. Innocent people never suffer. b. Those who are suffering are being punished for their past ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Of Grace Is Clearly Different

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Sep 17, 2004

Jesus uses two parables about banquets to teach that the truly righteous live by grace, which means humility and love.

September 12, 2004 — 15th Sunday after Pentecost Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson Luke 14:1,7-14 The Way of Grace Is Clearly Different I. In How We Think of Ourselves II. In How We Treat Others III. In How We Are Rewarded Grace and peace be yours in abundance through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Disappointment With Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 1, 2004

Does following Jesus Christ faithfully mean we do not doubt Him, that we rarely feel the sting of disappointment?

Disappointment With Jesus (Luke 7:1-35) Intro 1. I have often been disappointed in the Christian life and ministry. 2. New believer: faith could move mountains, family would be saved 3. I’d live a nearly perfect life filled with joy and spiritual victories¡K 4. Ministry: I’d put the principles ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Beatitudes (Part 6 - The Pure In Heart)

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Oct 26, 2004

What does it mean to be pure in heart? I give the definition and show what pure in heart look like in the Christian.

Title: The Pure In Heart Text: Matt 5:8 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - What does it mean to be pure in heart? - To be pure in heart means a person who has been delivered from sin’s power by God’s grace and now strive without deceit to please and glorify God and to be like Him. - Listen to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

I'll Be Home For Christmas

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Dec 20, 2004

Christmas means "HOME"! Yet NO ONE was AT HOME that first Christmas. Here’s how you can come home!

John 1:1-14 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of men. 5 The light shines in the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Firstfruits Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on May 16, 2005

4th in series on what Pentecost means. It was also called the Day of Firstfruits, and this shows that we become the offering to God.

Acts 1:12-14, 2:1-4 – Firstfruits Today we are continuing to look at the festival of Pentecost, from the eyes of a 1st-century Jewish Christian. The Acts 2 Pentecost changed the world, but since all the early converts were Jewish, what did the holiday mean to them? We looked at the idea ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have A Healthy Church

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 2, 2005

Koinonia means we will bear each other’s burdens, confess our faults, and restore each other gently.

How to Have a Healthy Church Galatians 6:1-2, John 13:34-35 SCRIPTURE READING: Philippians 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION: Today is Pentecost Sunday. On this Sunday, forty days after Jesus ascended to heaven, Peter preached the first Gospel Sermon. On that day, over 5,000 people accepted Jesus as the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am Weary

Contributed by Jim Dillinger on Nov 18, 2005

We all get weary. What does Jesus mean when he says he will give us rest?

I Am Weary Matt 11:28-30 For 75 years a missing persons case in NYC has remained unsolved. One evening in August of 1930 Joe Crater, a successful Supreme Court Judge for New York, waved goodbye to some friends after dinner at a restaurant, got in a taxi, and disappeared. Nothing in his past or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Narnia: Aslan Is On The Move Series

Contributed by Shannon Kimbell-Auth on Dec 2, 2005

A sermon introducing the power of using CS Lewis’ novel to reawaken our understanding of what it means to be awed at the name of Jesus.

Isaiah 40:1-11 (Read from The Message) Weary and heavy laden, the people of Israel waited for the Savior to be born and Isaiah proclaimed the Good News, God was coming! Sins were forgiven. Joy would enter into the darkness of their winter. It was exciting news. Was? But friends, it still is! Why do ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facing The Trials Of Life

Contributed by David Seeley on Jan 15, 2005

Learn to understand the meaning of trials and understand that God is at work in spite of your circumstances. He requires simple trust in Him.

The Christian Attitude toward Trials and Temptations Text: James 1:1-16 I. Count it joy when trials come your way. This is not possible until one realizes that God is in control and has a purpose for each circumstance that we face. The sinner has nothing to be joyful about when difficulties come ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-16

Denomination: Holiness

The Three-Fold Work Of Christ

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jan 31, 2005

From eternity past, the works of Christ are infinite but three very special works have great meaning to the child of God.

THE THREE-FOLD WORK OF CHRIST "I must work the works of Him who sent Me while it is day; the night is coming when no one can work.” John 9:4 From eternity past, the works of Christ are infinite but three very special works have great meaning to the child of God. I. THE WORK OF CHRIST FOR ...read more

Scripture: John 9:4

Denomination: Baptist