Sermons on Slay Lame Excuses:

Genesis Chapter Twenty-Two Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 22, 2023

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Twenty-Two. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER TWENTY-TWO OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Abraham is tested to make a sacrifice of Isaac. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 22 Abraham, being commanded to offer up his son Isaac, when stretching forth his hand to slay him, is prevented by the angel of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Rise Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011

A sermon series on Job

God is Good…All the Time! “I will Rise” Job 13-14 Did you hear about the two workmen who sat down for their lunch break? The first guy opened his lunch box, took out a sandwich, unwrapped it and said, “I can’t believe it! Baloney again. I hate baloney. This is the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Christian Should Be A Striking Likeness Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Ronald Fair on May 30, 2002

A Christian should be a striking likeness of Jesus Christ

Striking Likenesses of Jesus Christ Text: Acts 4:13 And they took knowledge of them that they had been with Jesus Scripture: Acts 4:1-20 Introduction: Spurgeon once said, “A Christian should be a striking likeness of Jesus Christ.” We have read lives of Christ beautifully and eloquently ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13

Denomination: Methodist

Messy Mephibosheth

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 2, 2002

Readiness for the King’s return

“Messy Mephibosheth” II Samuel 19:24-30 & Mark 13:33-37 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Nearly every time Jesus spoke about His second coming, He stressed the importance of being prepared. In Mark 13 He warns, “Be on guard! Be alert! You do not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 19:24-30, Mark 13:33-37

Denomination: Congregational

Can We Fall

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Jul 22, 2008

Is the claim, "Once Saved, Always Saved" accuate, this sermon investigates this topic and answers this question

CAN WE FALL? Text: Acts 8:1-24 INTRODUCTION: 1. Many groups today believe in the doctrine that once you are saved, you are always saved. 2. In other words, they do not believe that a person can become lost once they have acquired salvation. 3. We answered the question, “Can you be separated from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Places At The Table Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Feb 23, 2008

On Thursday of Passover week, Jesus taught about servant leadership, modeled servant leadership, and instituted the Lord’s Supper. A message leading into observing the Lord’s Supper.

Intro> It was Thursday evening. Jesus knew when He entered the room that in less than six hours He would be betrayed and arrested. He knew that in twelve hours He would be victim of a mock trial, taken to be ridiculed by King Herod, then back to the Roman procurator, Pontius Pilate. He knew that ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Unwrapping God's Good News

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Oct 26, 2006

Missions! This sermon was preached as we dedicated our Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes - Samaritain’s Purse Ministry. A powerful Powerpoint presentation available upon request!

Notice 3 things about these children: a. Jesus received the children around Him. Which says that He places an importance and value on them. b. Jesus rebuked those around Him. Societies over the ages have at times put little value on children. I wonder about America at times! c. Jesus blessed the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Competing Calls Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 8, 2004

#4 in Proverbs & Parables Series The call of the wise is contrasted with the call of the wild in Proverbs 9

Competing Calls Proverbs 8-9 SCRIPTURE READING: Proverbs 9:1-6 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever gone shopping across the border in Mexico? I remember one particular time. I was walking through the “tiendas” (shopping district) in Monterrey, Mexico. On every side “hawkers” were standing at the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Lent 4 - The Hen Reveals A Grieving Savior Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 18, 2010

This series is based loosely on the facts and stories found in the "Living Lent" sermon series written by Donald Neidigk.

Living Lent 2 – “The Hen Reveals a Grieving Savior” **This series is based loosely on the facts and stories found in the "Living Lent" sermon series written by Donald Neidigk.** We are at the half way point of Lent! Congratulations for making it this far. In fact, something ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Putting Your Best Foot Forward Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 13, 2009

This message shows us the power of real, unselfish service. It is a concept that has faded from today’s world.

“Putting Your Best Foot Forward” Acts 5: 12-42 One of the things that has happened in our society across the years is that our concept of service has greatly changed. What we have seen is that real service has almost become a thing of the past and has been replaced by convenience. Some of you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is... (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 14, 2010

A sermon examining who Jesus is.

JESUS IS… (Part 2) Acts 3:18-23 Our selected text covers a sermon that Peter preached at Solomon’s Colonnade in response to the astonishment of the crowd after the healing of the lame man. Peter addressed the people and made it clear that he did not heal this man by his own power. In verse ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

You Know What Happened After Jesus’ Baptism

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 9, 2011

You Know What Happened After Jesus’ Baptism 1) Marvel at Jesus’ love for all. 2) Reflect Jesus’ love for all.

I’m sure it’s happened to you. You’ve borrowed a DVD from the library and you invest forty-five minutes in that movie when it stops, skips, and then goes back to the beginning. In spite of your best efforts you can’t get the movie to advance properly. It looks like it’s going to be another movie ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Is... (Part 2)

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 5, 2014

A sermon examining who Jesus is and what He has done.

JESUS IS… (Part 2) Acts 3:18-23 Our selected text covers a sermon that Peter preached at Solomon’s Colonnade in response to the astonishment of the crowd after the healing of the lame man. Peter addressed the people and made it clear that he did not heal this man by his own power. In verse ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

"Jesus Heads To East Ridge"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 10, 2011

A sermon about the radical openness of God.

Matthew 15:1-3, 7-28 “Jesus Heads to East Ridge” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org How many of you like Winnie the Pooh? In one of his famous escapades, this loveable toy bear tries to trap an elephant—or, as he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-28

Denomination: United Methodist

Haggai - Establishing Priorities Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 18, 2013

Haggai awakens the people from their complacency. Establish the priorities and make God the centre of their lives. Recognise the source of their blessings and trust God their Giver. Restore to God His due glory.

Haggai is the 2nd shortest book in the OT, after Obadiah (last Sunday). • We are down to the last 3 books of the Minor Prophets and also the last 3 chronologically – Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi. • Haggai and Zechariah spoke to the Israelites after their return from captivity, challenging the ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible