Sermons on Song Of Praise:

Walking When It Hurts

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Sep 13, 2002

This sermon addresses the subject of dealing with the disappointments we face in life--in particular, our disappointments with God.

Walking When It Hurts (Isaiah 40:27-31) I. An Age-old Problem A. Disappointment with God B. Conclusions and responses 1. God is not 2. God is, I’m the problem 3. God is and beyond my understanding II. An Ageless God A. Eternal Creator B. Infinite in power and knowledge C. Provider of all that is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Smyrna: Grace Under Fire Series

Contributed by David Gauthier on Jun 22, 2001

Jesus Himself identifies with the persecuted church, and offers His grace and words of comfort.

Intro: The Persecuted Church · A prominent national leader in the unregistered Protestant house church movement in China was executed Oct. 14, 1999 by firing squad. · Chechen militants kidnapped a young Baptist deacon and are demanding that his church sell its building and use the money to pay ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Out With The Old - In With The New"

Contributed by Mike Hays on Aug 19, 2001

We need discernment so that we can know when to let go of things of the past to enthusiastically seek the blessings God has in store for us in the present. Because of their clinging to the Temple the Chosen People of God missed out on the promised Messia

¡§Out With The Old -- In With The New¡¨ Hebrews 8:1-13 When we are confronted with all of the problems of the present, we are often tempted to reminisce about the days of old and how wonderful things were back then. If we experienced the ¡§good old days,¡¨ then the tendency to cling to the past ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Celebrating God's Gift Of Life (The Sixth Commandment) Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 4, 2001

Both physical and spiritual life are precious gifts from God, to be received joyfully, protected lawfully, and shared generously.

On April 20 of last year, Columbine High School students Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold committed the worst act of school violence in American history. When the smoke had cleared and the last gunshot echoed, 14 people were dead, and 23 others were wounded. People have scrambled to explain what could ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13, Deuteronomy 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Large For God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 8, 2001

The Prayer of Jabez can radically change your life today.

Living Large for God Rev. Brian Bill 1/7/01 A 200-year-old church was getting ready for its anniversary celebration when calamity struck: the bell ringer was called out of town. The pastor immediately advertised and looked for someone else to ring the bells. He finally found someone, and when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Free Indeed Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 8, 2001

Three kinds of freedom from sin God gives us through the good news.

"Free at last, free at last; thank God Almighty we’re free at last." It’s been 37 years since Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. stood on the steps of the Washington Monument and uttered those words in his famous "I have a dream" speech. Next Monday we’ll be celebrating Dr. King’s birthday, and the birth ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11, Romans 8:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Healing Of America

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 10, 2001

America needs to be healed and God has provided the plan.

THE HEALING OF AMERICA II Chron. 7:14 INTRO.- I love America! Don’t you? And let me tell you why I love America. ILL.- Father: Why don’t you get yourself a job? Son: Why? Father: So you could earn some money. Son: Why? Father: So you could put some money in the bank and earn some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living An Life That Has An Impact For Christ

Contributed by John Walls on Jan 31, 2001

A life that makes a difference

LIVING A LIFE THAT HAS AN IMPACT FOR JESUS Acts 17:1-5; 10 1 Thess. 1:1-10 Introduction: This world is in need of people who need our Saviour. He is the one who saved from the sin that plagues every man, woman, boy and girl. It is the sin of being a descendant from Adam. Each believer needs to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-10, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Personal Look At The Life Of Paul Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Feb 2, 2001

Paul’s description of his own heart and plans for future ministry

A PERSONAL LOOK AT THE LIFE OF PAUL * To think about the Apostle Paul is to cause many possible thoughts to enter our minds. He has meant so much in so many ways to so many people. He has changed the very world we live by the very fact of his life and the obedience he gave to Christ. * Beginning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13-33, Romans 15:15

In The Darkness Of His Cave, David Sought His Covenant God In Prayer.

Contributed by C. Bouwman on Feb 9, 2001

IN THE DARKNESS OF HIS CAVE, DAVID SOUGHT HIS COVENANT GOD IN PRAYER.

Beloved Congregation of the Lord Jesus Christ! The Lord God grants that today a number of young people may profess the faith. They declare before the Lord and His congregation that they love the Lord, and desire to serve Him every day of their lives. The day has been some time in the coming; it’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7, 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Let Go And Grow

Contributed by Mike Hays on Feb 13, 2001

God is calling us to let go of all that is familiar and comfortable so that we can grow and mature in our walk with the Lord.

"Let Go and Grow!" Hebrews 6:1-3 Simeon woke up early and while it was still dark. He made his way to his favorite place of prayer and knelt before the King of Glory to give thanks for a new day. Simeon prayed for the peace of YHWH to surround Jerusalem and for the LORD to send His Messiah to His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Did Jesus Really Exist? Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Apr 23, 2001

Four non-Christian historical witnesses to the existence of Jesus.

Every child grows up believing in imaginary characters. Whether it’s a character associated with a holiday or cartoon characters like Mickey Mouse, childhood is filled with imaginary people. We can see it in how many kids think superheroes like Superman are real. We can see it in how many kids have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Things Do Not Turn Out Right Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 24, 2001

This sermon deals with Joseph after his rise to prominence. How does he deal with those who hurt him along the way.

When Things Just Don’t Go Right Part III Genesis 41:41-56 Hebrews 12:1-13 We have been looking at the life of a young man named Joseph over the past few messages, and one of the things we have seen again and again is that even when you obey God, some things just don’t go right from our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3, Genesis 41:41-56

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Let God Do It His Way

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 26, 2001

This sermon looks at the life of David, and how he allowed God to handle the problem of Saul in his life.

Let God Do It His Way 8/1/99 1 Samuel 24:1-22 1 Peter 4:12-19 1 Samuel 26:1-25 When a woman is pregnant, she is going to have a baby. A normal baby takes about nine months to get here. Now what would you think if the woman became so excited about the baby coming into the word that she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:1-25, 1 Peter 4:12-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Spiritual Gifts-The Call To Work Together

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001

This sermon deals with the reality that Spiritual Gifts are given to draw us to a closer unity in the body of Christ.

Spiritual Gifts-The Call To Work Together 4/18/2001 Psalm 133 Philip 2:1-16 Text 1 Corin. 12:1-26 Let’s suppose for a moment, you were driving down the highway just having a good time listening to your music. You’re on your way to somewhere you plan to have a really good time. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-26, Philippians 2:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed