Sermons on Smoky Mirror:

The Character Of Compassion

Contributed by Greg Waddell on Mar 5, 2001

A fresh look at the meaning of compassion as displayed in the character of Jesus.

THE CHARACTER OF COMPASSION Matthew 9:35-38 Compassionate people . . . I. Cross forbidden boundaries. A. Compassion drives one outside the conventional boundaries. . . . Routine is the enemy of compassion. . . . Jesus broke the routine . . . stepped outside the normal . . . He wanted to see . . ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Superstititions

Contributed by Norm Beckett on May 29, 2002

God is a God who wants to protect and defend us from wrong and error. So the warning against superstition is for our benefit and protection.

SUPERSTITIONS “You must not boil a kid in its mother’s milk” (Exodus 23: 19). The people of God, the Israelites were about to enter the Promised Land. Just before they embarked upon the journey into that land, they were given specific commands - commands that would keep them focused and on ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:19

Denomination: Holiness

Weightier Matters

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. Book in my library entitled, THE COLUMBUS CHICKEN STATUTE; AND MORE BONEHEAD LEGISLATION. a. Humorous collection of outdated laws: 1) Columbus, GA--letting a chicken's head dangle--$25.00. 2) Baltimore, MD--Bowled since 1833 you must pay $2.00 fine. 3) Hartford, CT--Theater owners ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-24

How Are You Going To Die?

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 29, 2005

The real question is not if, when, or by what means will you die? It is "HOW WILL YOU DIE?"

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA How Are You Going To Die? Revelation 6:8 Intro: There is one thing in life that is certain beyond any other, and that is death. Life is unsure, but death is certain. Just as sure as you have lived, you will die (Heb 9:27, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

5 Ways To Bring God Glory

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 1, 2007

Can our life bring God glory? Can we really understand God? We sure can! As we yeild our lives unto Him He will yeild Himself unto us. Listen once again unto vs. 33 Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God!

The Reason for Everything Text: Romans 11:33-36 33 Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments and His ways past finding out! 34 “For who has known the mind of the LORD? Or who has become His counselor?” 35 “Or who has first given to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:33-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Secret To Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 13, 2007

The apostle Paul descirebes love as the key to spiritual maturity.

“The Secret to Spiritual Maturity” March 11, 2007 Intro: Many Christians have a goal of being “mature” believers. We have to ask ourselves, “What defines spiritual maturity?” Is it scripture memory, daily devotionals, volunteering at church or is it actually going on the middle school retreat? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Figs

Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 5, 2008

As believers, we are saved and commanded to bear fruit. We will be judged on how we bear fruit. Jesus uses the parable of a barren fig tree to teach us of both the coming judgment of our productiveness, as well as how to bear fruit in the christian life.

HOOK: Figs – Janet preserving my Gran’s homemade fig preserves. I love fig preserves. READ: Luke 13:6-9 LOGO – Be doers of the Word and not hearers only James 1:22 I. F RUIT: First, we see in this passage that the purpose of a fig tree is to bear fruit Let me give you some facts about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Not I, But Christ

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Apr 13, 2009

Colossians 1:27 (KJV). "To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory (union w/Christ): "

NOT I, BUT CHRIST Text: Galatians 2:20 <---- Intro: *A Beautiful Verse *A key to victory in the Believer’s Life *Memorized it to testify when called upon ( then the verse came alive to me). illu: SELF-CENTERED From an unknown source comes an article titled, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Church Of God

Do The Word

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Feb 1, 2007

God doesn’t ask us to just listen to his word he wants us to put it into practice. When we live a life obeying him then we will discover true freedom begins.

Do The Word James 1:22-25 Pastor Ryan Akers Video- Year of the bible Me- Moving from Bartlesville, OK to Rapid City, SD. Wouldn’t ask directions and almost burned the breaks out in the black hills. If I followed direction I wouldn’t have gotten into trouble. We- People don’t like to ask about ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

Three Simple Rules (1) Series

Contributed by O. K. Neal on Jan 25, 2010

Following Wesley’s three simple rules rather than 615+ laws. First, do no harm.

Three Simple Rules (1) Matt 22:37-40 Excerpts taken from the talk (and book) of Bishop Rueben P. Job by the same title Today we begin a three part series on “Beginning a New Life” We all begin each New Year by planning to do things differently than we did last year Some of us make a long ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Experience The Promises Of God

Contributed by Glenn Narvaez on Feb 22, 2006

This sermon talks about the things Christians need to do to be able to experience the Promises of God in their lives

How to Experience the Promises of God Ptr. Glenn Narvaez - February 17, 2006 4 Facts We Need to Know a. God is a blesser "Your father’s God helps you. God All-Powerful blesses you. He blesses you with rain from above. He blesses you with water from springs below. He blesses you with many babies ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Those Who Are His

Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 18, 2006

Who are the people of God?

1stBBC Those who are His 2Ti 2:19 Howbeit the firm foundation of God standeth, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his: and, Let every one that nameth the name of the Lord depart from unrighteousness. 1. Are those who are in Christ • Those In his plan 2Ti 1:9 who saved us, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:19

Denomination: Baptist

Winning With People: Offer Your Very Best Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006

Epaphroditus would be considered one of the “nobodies” in scripture. He never wrote a book in the Bible, nor is he mentioned anywhere else. He never had a statue erected in his honor or became famous for his accomplishments. However, Paul called Epaphro

“Offer Your Very Best” Epaphroditus PHILIPPIANS 2:25-30 Epaphroditus would be considered one of the “nobodies” in scripture. He never wrote a book in the Bible, nor is he mentioned anywhere else. He never had a statue erected in his honor or became famous for his accomplishments. However, Paul ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:25-30

Denomination: Wesleyan

Extreme Giving Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 3, 2009

Mary’s Giving is a model to us.

John 12 – Jesus anointed at Bethany March 1, 2009 Three stories of Mary, sister to Martha and Lazarus, and friend of Jesus. 1. from Luke’s Gospel Chapter 10 – Mary sitting at Jesus’ feet – tell the story 2. from John’s Gospel – Lazarus’ death and resurrection John 11 - tell the story 3. The ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11

Denomination: *other

Choosing Allies Of Integrity Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Aug 20, 2007

3rd in a series from 1 Timothy. While the world looks for certain attributes in its leaders, good church leaders are measured by completely different standards.

Lessons for a Healthy Church Choosing Allies of Integrity 1 Timothy 3:1-13 Introduction: Spring is just 22 days away. Are you glancing at seed catalogs or wandering into the garden departments at the local stores to see what is being set out on display? Whether we are farming, planting a small ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ