Sermons on Sleeping Disciples:

James The Mutton Buster Series

Contributed by Kevin Landis on Sep 20, 2007

Disciple James

Cowboy 9 James the Muttin Buster At many rodeos there is an event called “Muttin Bustin.” This event is designed for the little children, usually ages eight and below. The children will ride a sheep similar to a bull rider. The event is a crowd favorite as they watch these little ones compete. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Simon The Zealot Series

Contributed by Kevin Landis on Sep 20, 2007

Disciple Simon

Simon the Zealot Disciple eleven is Simon the Zealot. He is mentioned four times in the New Testament (Matthew 10:4, Mark 3:18, Luke 6:15, Acts 1:13). Some Bible translations will call Simon the Cananaean. This is not the Canaanites mentioned in the Old Testament, it comes from a Greek word ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:4

Denomination: Baptist

Would You Name Your Dog Judas Series

Contributed by Kevin Landis on Sep 20, 2007

Disciple Judas

In 1982 the heavy metal rock band Judas Priest went to the top of the music charts with their hit song “You Got Another Thing Coming.” This was the band’s only top 100 chart song they ever produced, today they are just another name of the past. Interesting their name is Judas Priest, looking at ...read more

Scripture: John 6:70

Denomination: Baptist

My First Encounter With Superman

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Sep 20, 2007

This sermon is one of encouragement to the believers. People at times will try to make you feel bad of your past life. No matter what you have done Jesus the Christ will meet you where you are and will forgive you of your sins if you want Him to.

Introduction: When we think of the term Superman, our first thought is that man named Clark Kent who was a reporter for the Daily Journal. He was arkward, clumsy, appeared weak, defenseless, and was always in someone’s way. He was highly in love with Lois Lane and was too shy to let her know. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Shepherds Or Fishermen?

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Sep 21, 2007

Not even one of the twelve disciples had ever been a shepherd. Were shepherds scarce in Jesus day? Actually there were plenty of shepherds in that area of Palestine. Jesus intentionally avoided choosing shepherds to lead the Christian church. Jesus called

Over and over the Bible inquires Christian pastors to feed the sheep. Three times in John 21:15-17. Jesus instructs Simon Peter, "Feed My sheep....Take care of My sheep....Feed My Sheep." It was to the shepherds on the hillsides that the Heavenly Angels first appeared in glory to announce the birth ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17, John 21:15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Hoard Or Lord

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Sep 22, 2007

Jesus says we must all choose between God and our stuff. Increasing our hoard or serving our Lord; getting more space or getting more grace. The choice is ours.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) Joseph Valachi was a gangster who worked for various crime bosses in the Mafia during the mid-20th ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Having A Pit Bull Mentality

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Sep 25, 2007

This sermon shows how we should have the determination of a Pit Bull to do God’s will and constantly seeking and encouraging those to find Christ who do not have a relationship with Jesus the Christ.

Introduction: When I think of pit bulls my mind automatically goes to that dog that has a mind set of not letting go. Once it gets a hold of you it will not let go. It is determined no matter what to hold on to its victim until its victim is dead. A pit bull’s jaws are designed to lock together ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-29

Denomination: Baptist

A Lesson From Buffalo Bill Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007

To show the “commonness” of these men & to suggests that we too are therefore candidates for service.

A LESSON FROM BUFFALO BILL Matthew 10:1-15 Sermon Objective: To show the “commonness” of these men & to suggests that we too are therefore candidates for service. Supporting Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13; 1 Corinthians 1:26-29; Revelation 1:5-6; 1 Peter 2:9; Isaiah 61:6, Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

The Gunfight At The Ok Corral Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007

But good triumphs over evil.

The Gunfight at the OK Corral Matthew 10:24-25 Sermon Objective: We are Christ-followers. That means our identity, values, and mission is intimately linked to Jesus. Supporting Scripture: John 15:1-17; Philippians 1:29; Philippians 3:10; 2 Timothy 2:12 SUMMARY We are in a series called “Lessons ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-25

Denomination: Nazarene

A Lesson From Strawberries Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007

The effects of the Gospel, when proclaimed and obeyed, can spread like wild fire!

A LESSON FROM STRAWBERRIES Matthew 9:35-38 Sermon Objective: The effects of the Gospel, when proclaimed and obeyed, can spread like wild fire! Supporting Scripture: Psalm 126:6; Proverbs 4:18; Micah 6:8; Matthew 5:13-16; Mark 12:29-31 SUMMARY We are concluding a series from Matthew chapter 9 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Nazarene

"Made As Though He Would Go Further"

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 27, 2007

This is a short devotional about spending time with the Lord. Jesus was a GUEST WHO NEEDED INVITING, but He is A GUEST WORTH INVITING.

“…and he made as though he would have gone further" Luke 24:28 Luke 24:13-35 I heard a story recently about a boy who went on a date with a girl he loved deeply. He asked her, "Can I kiss you?" She was silent. He then asked, "May I kiss you?" Again, she was silent. He said, "Well, are you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

Atrévete A Servir Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Jun 9, 2007

Haz lo que Dios pide te pide; Él se encargará del resto

Atrévete a servir Intro: El otro día estaba en el parque caminando cuando me llamó la atención la interacción de una madre con su hijo pequeño como de tres años. Estaban en el área de juegos infantiles y el niño quería cruzar el pasa manos. Lo intentó solo, pero no pudo. La mamá entonces, lo montó ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Good And Bad Alike

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Jun 11, 2007

What? “Good and bad alike” invited to the palace? The door is wide open and all of them are let inside: can you imagine what happened there, the horrendous stampede? Costly carpets, marble, gold, everything clean and suddenly dirty beggars and hungry peas

“…Everyone, good and bad alike” Matthew 22: 1-14… Mathew 22: 8-10: Then he said to his servants, ’The wedding banquet is ready, but those I invited did not deserve to come. Go to the street corners and invite to the banquet anyone you find.’ 1So the servants went out into the streets and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Remarkable Escape Series

Contributed by Chris Carroll on Jun 12, 2007

This message allows us to discover how we can make an escape from the troubles of this world by identifying our struggles and identifying our escape route

Resurrection Encounters Part IX: A Remarkable Escape Acts 9:1-19 CBC June 10, 2007 The magician then said, "Sir, I am a professional. This is the Greatest Illusion. Besides, there are hundreds of witnesses, hit me as hard as you can right in the head with the hammer." The man shrugged, did it, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Fix The Broken Windows

Contributed by Adam Couchman on Jun 18, 2007

Using the illustration of "Broken Windows" we see how Paul instructs his readers to "sweat the small stuff." That is, eliminate even the smallest of sins from our lives and become imitators of God

Many people remember former New York Mayor Rudy Gulliani specifically because of his leadership following the World Trade Centre attacks in September, 2001. But he will also be remembered for dramatically reducing the crime levels in New York City. For many years New York’s reputation throughout ...read more

Denomination: Anglican