Sermons on smooth: showing 721-735 of 4,153

Stop, Listen, And Look

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 9, 2002

ADVENT 2(C) - Stop, listen, and look because God’s voice is calling out so that all mankind will see God’s salvation.

STOP, LISTEN, LOOK LUKE 3:1-6 DECEMBER 8, 2002 LUKE 3:1-6 1In the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar--when Pontius Pilate was governor of Judea, Herod tetrarch of Galilee, his brother Philip tetrarch of Iturea and Traconitis, and Lysanias tetrarch of Abilene-- 2during the high ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Courage And Discernment Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Jun 6, 2003

This is and adaptation of a book by John Maxwell on leadership.

I. We have talked about character, commitment, communication, and competence, and there is no way that I can say how important those things are, but the list of things that we need to be concerned with about leadership does not stop there by any means. A. If we are going to lead in our family, at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16, 1 Samuel 17:51-53

Denomination: Baptist

Prepared For Destiny

Contributed by John Slythe on Mar 6, 2003

Are we ready to fulfill what God has instore for us. Three basic attitudes are necessary. God shows them to us in one verse of scripture.

Prepared for Destiny! Exodus 12:11, “This is how you are to eat it: with your cloak tucked into your belt, your sandals on your feet and your staffing your hand. Eat it in haste; it is the Lord’s Passover.” When you become a Christian one thing we need to have is readiness. Readiness because ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:11

Denomination: Christian Church

Fearless Campaign Week 1 Series

Contributed by Brian Harrell on Oct 2, 2009

Max Lucado’s Fearless Campaign. This is my sermon based on the outline that he gives. The main point is that its not about the storm, but who you discover in the storm.

Fearless #1 The first church I went to as a child had a bully in it. It was the preacher’s son. His name was Johnny and I remember he wore a leather jacket just like every bully wears. He had greasy black hair too. Johnny was an intimidator and generally tried to terrify the kids who were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Reality Check

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 30, 2009

Adherence to the Bible will teach us neither to be overly optimistic nor overly negative about human nature, but will give us both hope and harmony. Thus we must be serious Bible students.

Twenty-five years ago, Neil Armstrong stepped out of that lunar module and set foot where no person had ever gone before, on the surface of the moon. "One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." We were fascinated, and we still are. Nothing like that had ever been done; nothing quite like ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

My 2 Or 3 Dads

Contributed by Shawn Kelly on Jun 17, 2008

We all are born with a dad, some even have 2. But we all have a Heavenly Father.

My Two, or Three Dads Ephesians 5:25 - 6:4 Giving honor to father’s and mothers is biblical. Today we are giving honor to father’s. TOP 10 THINGS YOU’LL NEVER HEAR A DAD SAY 10. Well, how ‘bout that? I’m lost! Looks like we’ll have to stop and ask for directions. 9. Now that you’re ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Avoid The Axe Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

A Message of how to avoid God’s judment

Luke 3:1- 15 – How to avoid the axe Have you every traveled on a road which is so pitted with potholes, you are forced to slow down. Some of them are so deep, particularly after rain, that you think you are going to be swallowed up. I’ve got this picture of an African pothole hanging on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Isaiah 40 - Comfort My People Series

Contributed by Gene Brooks on Aug 12, 2012

Isaiah wrote Isaiah 40 to teach Israel that comfort is found in the Messiah who is a sovereign Shepherd, an incomparable Creator, and a strengthening Savior.

Opening thought: Ever had someone tell you to get out of your comfort zone? Those who say that want you to get out of your complacency, drop the laziness, get moving, do something you’ve never done before, try something risky. In today’s passage, Isaiah encourages us to find a real ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Jacob's Prayer Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 20, 2016

Jacob was about to have three reunions. In the midst of then he gave us a model prayer.

When I was in the work force I was in middle management for my employer. An employee of mine was named Eric. Eric was a bad boy. He had the much deserved reputation of being a partier and a womanizer. Some of his stories would even make me uncomfortable. He often got himself in binds at work but I ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Little Things Count

Contributed by Scott White on Aug 20, 2016

Never discount your talents or abilities, never be discouraged about your worth or usefulness in the kingdom. You may think you can't contribute very much, but even small things are important in the kingdom of God.

On April 14, 1970, 56 hours into the Apollo 13 mission, astronaut Jack Swigert was asked by mission control to “stir” the oxygen tanks. Within minutes there was an explosion and the race was on to save the lives of the men on that spacecraft. Here’s what happened. The no. 2 ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Lust

Contributed by Charles Jones on Feb 16, 2011

Lust does not discriminate it wants the Preacher, Pastor, Buisnessman, Executive,The President,etc...... Lust doesn’t discriminate it craves passion, affection,fulfillment,the right words,money,power,cars,credit cards,sex,etc..... The person or in

Lust 1 Peter 2:11 Comes from the Greek word Epithumeo which means to set the heart upon i.e. long for rightfully or otherwise): covet desire would fain, lust (after). Epithumetes - a craver; lust after Epithumia - a longing (especially for what is forbidden),desire,concupiscence,lust ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dealing With Church Problems: Thyatira Pt7 Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Oct 14, 2010

You cannot judge someone else for your own tolerance. What have you been tolerating? Isn't it about time to say, "ENOUGH!" Jesus thinks so. To overcome you must repent which means to do CHRIST’S WILL to the end. How?

Revelation 2:18-29: “Dealing With Church Problems” Problems. Does anyone here have problems? I asked a man recently which years of a marriage are the toughest. He told me that the first 30 years were the toughest in a marriage. I asked him, well how many years have you been married? ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: *other

What God Did Not Say Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 11, 2010

These message addresses how Giod does not tell us everything we will face when we answer His call to act.

What God Did Not Say Scriptures: Genesis 12:1-3; Exodus 3:10; 1 Samuel 16:12-13 Introduction: Have you ever questioned or had doubts about something you believe God told you to do because you ran into problems when you started your journey to fulfill it? There are times when we begin to act ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's All Yours Series

Contributed by Ed Gratton on Aug 12, 2018

Last in a series on the Lord's Prayer

1 It’s All Yours 1 Chronicles 29:11, Matthew 6:9-13 2 [Slide of Lord’s Prayer] OK, where’s the ending? You know the part that talks about the kingdom and the power and the glory - Where is that? If you have one of those King James Bibles, don’t spoil the surprise. So where is it? Maybe your Bible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Christian Church

It's Christmas!!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 16, 2017

A reminder to prepare and expect Jesus through the words of John the Baptist

It’s Christmas Time!? December 17, 2017 Luke 3:7-16 Christmas is all about expectation and preparation! It seems to go back and forth between the two. We are expectant, but we must prepare to receive. We plan and prepare to meet and celebrate the arrival of the King of kings and Lord of lords. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-16

Denomination: Baptist