Sermons on Song Of Songs 1:18:

Always On His Mind

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 7, 2022

"Always On My Mind" is a song originally recorded by Brenda Lee and released on June 12th, 1972, with music and lyrics by Johnny Christopher, Mark James and Wayne Carson Thompson.

• Brenda Lee's version had stalled at #45 on the country charts in 1972. • Elvis Presley first made "Always on My Mind" famous, reaching number 16 on Billboard magazine's Hot Country Singles chart in early 1973. • The song was also recorded by Willie Nelson. Released in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-4, Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Mary Did Know

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Dec 14, 2024

There is a popular song “Mary Did You Know” that is sung this time of year. Lyrics written by Mark Lowry in 1984, and music written by Buddy Greene in 1991. It is very catchy and sounds nice, but there is a problem...

“Mary Did Know” Luke 1:26-38 12-15-2024 AM There is a popular song “Mary Did You Know” that is sung this time of year. Lyrics written by Mark Lowry in 1984, and music written by Buddy Greene in 1991. It is very catchy and sounds nice, but there is a problem… It does not fit the Bible. I am not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Results Of Life's Trials

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 9, 2021

There is a story told of Chippie the parakeet. Chippie never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage, sending a song into the air; the next second he was sucked into the line of the vacuum cleaner.

His problem began when his owner decided to clean his cage with a vacuum. She had stuck the nozzle in to suck up the seeds and feathers at the bottom of the cage, when the nearby telephone rang. Instinctively she turned to pick it up. She had barely said hello, when ssswwwwwpppppp! Chippie got ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas In A Different Light | Mary And Joseph Series

Contributed by Jeff Poor on Dec 11, 2017

We sing the same songs, eat the same food, ignore the same people at dinner, and read the same story from the Bible every year at Christmas. But what would happen if we approached this in a Different Light?

Title: Christmas in a Different Light Text: Luke 1:26-38 and Matthew 1:18-23 Intro I love this time of year… Anybody else? I love the decorations, the food, the smells, the sounds, I love it all... I might be wrong… But I think the reason, or at least one of the reasons, some people do not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 10, 2020

For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. - 1 Corinthians 1:18

THE MESSAGE OF THE CROSS 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Introduction We all have battles to fight, struggles to face, and questions that need answers - and we all have the power of God to see us through. No one gathered today has all of the strength within them on their own to face the struggles of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Easter People

Contributed by Gregory Neal on Mar 14, 2005

An Easter Sunday Sermon from 1991, based upon John 20:1-18.

What is there to say on this on this Easter Day? There is an ancient liturgy of the Church, a saying from our grandparents in the faith, so to speak. The worship leader, looking out on the people gathered for worship, would proclaim: "The Lord is Risen!" And the people respond: "He is risen ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Message Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 21, 2010

Exposition of 1 Cor 1:18-25 regarding the foolishness of the gospel in the eyes of the world

Text: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, Title: The Message of the Cross, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/11/10, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: Paul begins to deal with the greatest solution to the problem of division in this text – the gospel of Christ. Recount context: division in the church over ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

God Gives Music To A Mother's Heart Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 26, 2003

What makes your heart sing? God’s method of making music in us includes more than meets the eye. Learn the lessons Mary and Elizabeth teach us and join in the heavenly song.

It was a Saturday in mid December of 1977. Joey Cannon and I were having breakfast at the Pancake House in Memphis, TN. We used to meet on Saturday mornings at a prayer breakfast. As we enjoyed our blueberry pancakes with bacon and eggs we noticed something at the same time. The music was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Have You Seen Jesus, Today?”

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Apr 9, 2004

Easter Sermon using three of the Easter stories revolving around seeing Jesus and how by that, their lives were changed forever. Closes with the song "I’ve Just Seen Jesus" by Larnel Harris

Title: “Have You Seen Jesus, Today?” 04/11/04 West Side Text: John 20:1-20/ Luke 24:13-34 and 35-49 A.M. Service Purpose: An Easter Sermon with the emphasis that Christ lives in us. ******************************************************* Introduction (Sandi Patti/ Larnel Harris: ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-20, Luke 24:13-49

Denomination: Nazarene

Contentment - I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Jun 3, 2003

Our Society is summed up in the words of a U2 song - "I still haven’t found what I’m looking for." This sermon explores why we have such a drive for more...

I Still Haven’t Found What I’m looking For 1 Timothy 6:6-10 While your turning to our passage, I want you to listen to a few words from a song by U2. (Play song) I hope you caught that. Bono the lead singer of U2 is singing the words, “I have climbed the highest mountains. I have run ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-16, 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

This Little Light Of Mine Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Aug 28, 2003

Sometimes the simplest of ideas can be the most profound. This is the case with this simple little Children’s song written from the teachings of Christ. As Christians we are to be lights in the world. But, what exactly does that mean?

This Little Light of Mine Matthew 5:14–16 INTRODUCTION Illustration: Children’s Song This Little Light of Mine This little light of mine, I’m gonna’ let it shine. This little light of mine, I’m gonna’ let it shine. This little light of mine, I’m gonna’ let it shine. Let is shine all the time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

For 2005 Utilize "Jehovah's Name"

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 31, 2004

We often sing the song, "Stayed upon Jehovah, hearts are fully blessed. Finding as He promised, perfect peace and rest." However, do we really comprehend the full meaning of the name Jehovah?

For 2005 Utilize the Twenty Ways That Jehovah is Used in the Scriptures (Exodus 6:2-10) We often sing the song, "Stayed upon Jehovah, hearts are fully blessed. Finding as He promised, perfect peace and rest." However, do we really comprehend the full meaning of the name Jehovah? Fact:The word ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:2-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In 2005 Use The Power Of Jehovah

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 7, 2005

We often sing the song, "Stayed upon Jehovah, hearts are fully blessed. Finding as He promised, perfect peace and rest." However, do we really comprehend the full meaning of the name Jehovah?

For 2005 Utilize the Twenty Ways That Jehovah is Used in the Scriptures (Exodus 6:2-10) We often sing the song, "Stayed upon Jehovah, hearts are fully blessed. Finding as He promised, perfect peace and rest." However, do we really comprehend the full meaning of the name Jehovah? Fact:The word ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:2-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Empty Tomb Of His Majesty, The King

Contributed by Paul Dietz on Apr 3, 2007

This originally was a series of 5 readings written for the purpose of using in between songs of an Easter Cantata. I have now compiled them into one cohesive sermon about the resurrection of Jesus, His Majesty the King

The Empty Tomb of His Majesty, the King Matthew 28: 1-8; Mark 16: 1-8; Luke 24: 1-10 Their work had begun a few evenings ago. The women from Galilee that had followed Jesus to Jerusalem for the Passover celebrations had not expected things to turn out the way it had. Their self-appointed rabbi, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8

Denomination: *other

The Sentence For The Sins Of Babylon Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 16, 2009

The sentence of judgement against Babylon for their character of pride & their action of all-consuming greed is clearly stated. Here we have God giving voice to all the victims of injustices in a taunt song against their oppressors.

Habakkuk 2:6-14 (-20) THE SENTENCE FOR THE SINS OF BABYLON The sentence of judgement against Babylon for their character of pride and their action of all-consuming greed (implicit in 2:4-5 and 1:5-7) is clearly and absolutely stated in verses six through 20. Here we have God giving voice to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist