Sermons on Snake In The Grass:

Why Is He So Special?

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

Part of the reason Jesus is not someone people can ignore or forget, is how He lived and what He did during His thirty-three years on earth

A panel of historians recently voted Winston Churchill as the greatest person of the 20th Century. He was born.......does anyone know when? Even a guess? It was November 30, 1874. Does anyone have any idea where Sir Winston was born? Oxfordshire, England. How about the names of his father and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping (A Godly) Perspective

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

Since we know God is sovereign we don't have to worry in times of trouble (1 week after presidential election chaos)

"Fellow citizens! Clouds and darkness are round about Him. The dark waters of the seas and stars of the skies form His pavilion. Justice and judgment are the establishment of His throne. Mercy and truth go before His face. Fellow citizens, God still reigns! He will enable the government in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1, Psalm 97:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Full Time Christian

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

Every aspect of life is to be lived for his glory.

MARK: Pastor, I was wondering if you could help me. I'm trying to figure out my schedule for this fall, and I don't really know how much time I have to be a Christian. PASTOR: What do you mean? MARK: Well, you know I'm going to be really busy this fall teaching Science at the high school, and I'm ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 10:31

Denomination: Baptist

Soggy Sardine Sandwich

Contributed by Dan Dunn on Dec 1, 2000

Jesus wants what you have, and who you are: when you don’t take the place in the Body of Christ that God has designed for you, that place remains empty.

You have perhaps experienced as I have, that life can be humbling sometime. A five-year-old was sitting with her grandfather in her room one day, and she asked him, “Grandpa, did God make you?” “Yes, child,” came the reply. “God made me.” The child paused for a moment, and then asked, “And ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Beginning To Sink

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 17, 2004

This sermon explores what happened to Peter once he stepped out of the boat.

Matthew 14:22-32 -- "And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away." "And when he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into a mountain apart to pray: and when the evening was come, he was there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stand Your Ground

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

examining persecution and what we are called to do when we face it.

Stand your Ground – Heb 10:32-39 Gladstone Baptist Church – 12/9/04 pm Read From Jesus Freak p. 167 - Tsehay Tolessa - Ethiopia circa 1980s "They forced my hands under my knees and tied them there. Then they put a stick through these ropes and hung me upside down. They filled my mouth with dirty ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-39

Denomination: Baptist

What The Gardener Does (Revised)

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Dec 7, 2005

Growth. Grow where you are; it’s God’s Plan - Cooperate!

Title: What the Gardener Does Text: Luke 13:6-9. FCF: We are supposed to grow. Jesus will make sure that happens. SO: I’d specifically like to encourage the congregation to take risks in growing – things like committing to some evangelism… Intro: I’m not really much of a gardener. Today is the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by James May on Apr 14, 2002

The cost of discipleship can be summed up in three commands when Jesus said Deny yourself, take up your cross and follow Him.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-27, Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Power Of Creation

Contributed by James May on Jan 14, 2004

We all need God’s creative power in our lives if we are to be what God wants us to be.

GOD’S POWER OF CREATION (Parts of this sermon are based upon a sermon that I read but I do not know the name of the author.) Genesis chapter 1:1-31 Genesis 1:1-2, "In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2, Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Stay Clean Living In A Pig Pen

Contributed by Steve Malone on Nov 30, 2004

If you ever have found it hard to be a Christian in this world - Paul has some good stuff for you in this text.

"HOW TO STAY CLEAN WHILE LIVING IN A PIGPEN" TEXT: II CORINTHIANS 6:14 - 7:1 INTRODUCTION Have you ever gotten all cleaned and dressed up and then found it hard to stay that way, spaghetti sauce on the white shirt or blouse...grass stains on those new pants. Have you discovered the truth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Everyday Conversations Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 1, 2004

3 of 4 on Friendship with God. We can and must learn to pray to God with everyday conversations. Our model is the Lord’s Prayer

Every Day Conversations "The moment you wake up each morning, all your wishes and hopes for the day rush at you like wild animals. And the first job each morning consists in shoving it all back; in listening to that other voice, taking that other point of view, letting that other, larger, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Living Faith!

Contributed by Dewayne Gamez on Dec 11, 2004

A continuation of a study in faith

A Living Faith Hebrews 11:21-22 James 2:17-26 Abel. Enoch. Noah. Abraham. Isaac. Joseph. Can you tell me what they all have in common? They were all listed in the faith chapter as men of faith. They all showed their faith in God when he gave them directives. Some were pretty drastic directives, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:17-26

Character Of A Servant

Contributed by David Rogers on Nov 16, 2004

Description of a servant

DO YOU HAVE THE CHARACTER OF A SERVANT What does the word servant mean? We use that term everyday in our lives. Some use the term to mean someone who serves the needs of their employer. This is true. This is one meaning of the word still others use the word to describe the service that a ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Division Within

Contributed by Andre Johnson on Oct 2, 2001

when division comes, it could be Jesus just showing up.

Luke (12:49-57) Friendship Baptist Church-8-19-01 Proper 15-Year C “The Division Within” We know we have a good thing with Jesus. We know that being born again and becoming a disciple of Christ really can’t be beat. Many of us understand this by just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-57

Denomination: Baptist

Canadian Thanksgiving 2001

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 5, 2001

Knowing we belong to Christ, makes the difference in our thanksgiving holiday.

Canadian Thanksgiving 2001 “Always be joyful. Keep on praying. No matter what happens, always be thankful, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” 1Thess.5:16-18 (NLT) Comedian Billy Crystal plays the part of a bored baby boomer in a movie, who sells radio advertising time. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free