Sermons on Sleep:

Suffering In Days Of Ease Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 21, 2001

We are to have the right perspective, recollection, aspiration, actions, and attitude in suffering.

"Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution" (2 Timothy 3:12). This does not mean that every Christian will suffer physical abuse as evidence of true salvation. While many Christians have sealed their faith with their blood, many more have had to withstand the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Taking On The Storms

Contributed by Stephen Carter on Aug 3, 2001

"Going to the other side" of faith and Taking on the Storms!

“Taking on the Storm” Mark 4:35-41 Background: Probably for the sake of privacy and relaxation, Jesus proposed a trip across the lake of Galilee. With the vividness so characteristic of our author, Mark gives a graphic account of the stilling of the storm (4:35-41) and of the freeing of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

"Are We Doing It Our Way Or God's Way?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 5, 2002

Living in readiness and anticipation of the Second Coming of Christ.

Matthew 25:1-13 “Am I Doing Things My Way Or God’s Way?” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA One day, while visiting a home for mentally challenged children... ...operated by a Christian friend... ...a minister noticed the tiny handprints of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

The Life And Times Of A Fallen Hero, Samson

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 15, 2002

This is an inductive sermon done in a narrative form, with the application at the end. These are hard for me, Enjoy the effort.

NARRATIVE OF THE LIFE OF SAMSON I. THE CIRCUMSTANCES OF HIS BIRTH. 1. Israel had done evil in the sight of God and was under the domination of the Philistines for 40 years. 2. This was a usual cycle for Israel. EXPLAIN a. Sin b. Servitude c. Sorrow d. Salvation 3. The nation needed a savior ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Bigger Than The Boogie Man!

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 14, 2002

Trusting God when we’re scared.

GOD IS BIGGER THAN THE BOOGIE MAN! Daniel 6:16-24 INTRODUCTION Who got a little bit scared Thursday night? (ALLOW RESPONSE) Who got a lot scared?! (ALLOW RESPONSE) It was pretty scary stuff – all that thunder and lightening! In our home all the kids ended up in the same room! Well, I was ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross: It's Words

Contributed by Leon Hergert on Feb 25, 2002

By looking at the last phrases used by Jesus we get a better grasp of who he was.

The Cross: It’s Words Luke 23:34-43 Thesis: Every person can take a more balanced view of their life by understanding the last phrases of Jesus. Introduction: In his book, No Wonder They Call Him the Savior, Max Lucado tells the story of his dad discovering he had Lou Gehrig’s disease. Dad ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-43, John 19:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life Walks In

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 6, 2000

Jairus’ daughter

This account from the synoptics of the raising of the twelve year old daughter of Jairus, teaches us lessons on the compassion, the wisdom and the power of our Lord. Among commentators there are differing opinions concerning the actual physical state of the girl previous to her visit from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-34, Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Orthodox

Throwing Dirt, Clay Balls?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 17, 2003

We look at how easy it is to throw away things of great value, like time, minutes.

AM I THROWING AWAY DIRT, CLAY BALLS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I ponder time! 1 Cor. 9:27    But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection; lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway. 2 Cor. 6:2 NOW IS THE ACCEPTED ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:2, Psalm 90:9-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Have I Sinned Too Much For God To Forgive?

Contributed by David Insell on May 2, 2003

This message tells of God’s forgiveness no matter what the sin. We will look at David and Saul of Tarsus.

I have been a pastor for about 25 years. In this period of time, I have talked to many people who have said that they had sinned too much for God to forgive. Then you have the people who say, “ I just can’t forgive myself.” You would think as many churches that we have in America that we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:2-17, Acts 8:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Proclaim Him

Contributed by Chris Talton on May 14, 2003

This sermon explains what our main goal is as Christians and how we are to go about reaching that goal. The specific goal of this sermon was to get people involved in our camp, VBS and mission trip.

April 27, 2003 Colossians 1:28-29 “We proclaim Him!” INTRODUCTION 1. What we do  PROCLAIMING Him! (vs. 28a) If you choose to serve in one of these three capacities or in any way here at New Life Baptist Church, no matter what you are doing, you will only have one ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

"When Your World Falls Apart - A Psalmist Strategy For Mastering Crisis"

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 4, 2006

This Lament (Complaint) Psalm is for all those who are discouraged, seemingly surrounded by problems, or feeling defeated.

Psalm 3 "When Your World Falls Apart - A Psalmist Strategy for Mastering Crisis" A. Proposition: This Lament (Complaint) Psalm is for all those who are discouraged, seemingly surrounded by problems, or feeling defeated. B. Exposition: Historical Setting - A psalm of David, written when ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-7

Dealing With Guilt Series

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Mar 8, 2006

Psalm 51 shows us how we can deal with feelings of guilt

Introduction The scene was San Diego Superior Court. Two men were on trial for armed robbery. An eyewitness took the stand, and the prosecutor moved carefully: "So, you say you were at the scene when the robbery took place?" "Yes." "And you saw a vehicle leave at a high rate of speed?" "Yes." "And ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sin Of The Second Glance

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 26, 2006

What does the verse "In the spring when kings go out to war" mean

2 Samuel 11 David and Bathsheba 1 In the spring, at the time when kings go off to war, David sent Joab out with the king’s men and the whole Israelite army. They destroyed the Ammonites and besieged Rabbah. But David remained in Jerusalem. 2 One evening David got up from his bed and walked ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

When The Knocking Stops

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jul 31, 2006

How long has it been since you have heard God’s voice tenderly call to you, or felt His presence, and you knew without a doubt Christ was in the room with you?

"WHEN THE KNOCKING STOPS" Song of Solomon 5:1-6 1 I have come into my garden, my sister, my bride; I have gathered my myrrh with my spice. I have eaten my honeycomb and my honey; I have drunk my wine and my milk. Eat, O friends, and drink; drink your fill, O lovers. ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wedding Ceremony

Contributed by Dan Brown on Dec 5, 2006

Wedding Cerimony for a young couple.

Wedding Ceremony Prelude/Light Candles/Seat Mothers/Processional Presentation of the Bride/Welcome/Call to worship We are here today with family and friends, in the presence of God, to participate in a most joyous occasion, to celebrate one of life’s greatest moments, by acknowledging the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-24

Denomination: *other