Sermons on Sin In The Church:

Do It Yourself Sermon

Contributed by Ric Freeman on Jul 15, 2003

Surviving the tough times

Do it yourself sermon August 25, 2002 Genesis 11:27 - Genesis 16:16 (Gen 11:27 NIV) This is the account of Terah. Terah became the father of Abram, Nahor and Haran. And Haran became the father of Lot. (Gen 11:28 NIV) While his father Terah was still alive, Haran died in Ur of the Chaldeans, in ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

"My God Is Yahweh" Series

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Aug 10, 2003

This sermon is the first in a series of four exploring the life and ministry of Elijah.

“Elijah” (Part 1) “My God is Yahweh” Of all the Old Testament prophets, not one is mentioned more or is held in higher esteem in the New Testament than the prophet Elijah. His ministry is significant for a variety of different reasons and his experiences are valuable ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

We Have To Say It! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 23, 2003

Believers courageously speak the truth.

WE HAVE TO SAY IT! Acts 4:1-22 S: Courage Th: Walk with Spiritual Courage Pr: BELIEVERS COURAGEOUSLY SPEAK THE TRUTH. ?: Inductive KW: Stages TS: We will find in our study of Acts 4:1-22 three parts that show how the disciples react to adversity. The _____ part is the… I. TRIAL (1-12) II. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Real World Mom's

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 18, 2004

Or for all the rest of us: Living in a The Real World Mother’s Day Message

Somebody said it takes about six weeks to get back to normal after you’ve had a baby. Somebody doesn’t know that once you’re a mother, normal is history. Somebody said you learn how to be a mother by instinct. Somebody never took a three-year-old shopping. Somebody said being a mother is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Babel Vs Abram, How To Have A Great Name

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 4, 2003

A look at humility and pride by contrasting the Abram and the builders of the tower of Babel.

Introduction Four preachers had a series of theological arguments, and three were always in accord against the fourth. One day, the odd man out decided to appeal to a higher authority. "God!" he cried. "I know in my heart that I am right and they are wrong! Please show me a sign, so they too will ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9, Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

A Cry From The Heart Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 20, 2003

This psalm is an example of an “imprecatory prayer,” as it contains brutal honesty and an earnest call for God to bring His justice to bear on the wicked.

A Cry from the Heart As many of you know, I like to begin my sermons with humor, often at my own expense. This morning as we come to Psalm 10 in our series called, “Praying Through the Psalms,” I must confess that I can’t find anything very comical about this cry from the heart. Last week we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Anointed With Glory" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Mar 30, 2003

The Father expressed His approval with the Son in three ways there on the mount. (Part 1 in "The Road To Glory" Easter series)

“And some eight days after these sayings, it came about that he took along Peter and John and James, and went up to the mountain to pray. And while He was praying the appearance of His face became different, and His clothing became white and gleaming. And behold, two men were talking with Him; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-31

Denomination: Orthodox

Why Are You Silent? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 24, 2004

When we experience times of silence from God we must make sure that our heart is in the right place and we must trust God because He knows best. Silence is not a bad thing from God and we ourselves need to learn to practice the discipline of silence befor

Habakkuk part 2: – Why Are You Silent Lord? Thesis: When we experience times of silence from God we must make sure that our heart is in the right place and we must trust God because He knows best. Silence is not a bad thing from God and we ourselves need to learn to practice the discipline of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Gives You Influence Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jan 20, 2003

In this message, we will see that God gives people influence so we can come to know Him better. In knowing Him, we’ll be able to better handle both the well-being and the calamity that comes our way as people of influence.

“Why did God make me? Why am I here? Why do I have the influence that I have?” I’m betting that you have wrestled with these questions. For most of you in this room, God has given you some measure of influence. You may be a teacher, a coach, a mom, a dad, a boss, an officer in a club, a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:2-7

Denomination: Baptist

Two Fish Tales

Contributed by Dawn Marie Turner on Jan 25, 2003

Are we disobedient to God or do we follow him without question?

As you can tell, our scripture readings today have a theme. You may have to think a bit, but it does help if you read the sermon title and also were listening during the children’s moments. Both our stories relate to fish: one to a big fish story and one to fishermen at their nets. There has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20, Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bramble King

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION 1.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Bible historians tell us that the first king of Israel was S __ __ __, of the tribe of Benjamin, who was crowned by the last judge of Israel, S __ __ __ __ __. While it is true that Saul was the first crowned king of all Israel, he was not the first king crowned in Israel. That ...read more

Song Sung New

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 7, 2000

His Song is always new

We have been created to sing. Nations have national anthems; armed forces march to martial music, colleges have alma-maters. Almost every organization you can think about has a theme song. Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts,...we sing in the shower, we whistle while we work, at times we even find ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Orthodox

Yo Jo Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 15, 2000

Joseph’s life demonstrates a person who was a great leader because he learned from his mistakes and was teachable.

Yo Joe! Thesis: Joseph’s life demonstrates a person who was a great leader because he learned from his mistakes and was teachable. He was also adaptable and persevering. His most noted leadership quality was he was forgiving. Key Text: Genesis 37:1-36 Introduction: Background on series on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hammer And The Donkey

Contributed by David Limiero on May 1, 2001

A narrative message for Palm Sunday contrasting the arrival of "The Hammer" (Judas Maccabeus) with that of Jesus.

FIRST MOVEMENT: The Hammer They called him “the Hammer.” He probably got the name from his style of warfare. He attacked hard and fast, guerrilla-warfare style. The Hammer was a seasoned warrior. And, because of his success against overwhelming odds, he was a hero to his fellow Israelis. Israel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44, Psalm 118:25-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spirit Of Support

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on May 29, 2001

Year C "The Day of Pentecost" June 3rd, 2001 John 14:8-17, 25-27

Heavenly Father thank you for your Holy Spirit that empowers us with courage and inspiration to be witnesses to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Amen. Title: “Spirit of Support” Chapter fourteen begins Jesus’ long “farewell” discourse found only in John, spanning chapters 14-17. Jesus begins by assuring ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-27

Denomination: Lutheran