Sermons on Sound In Word:

Sticks, Stones And Words

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Criticism cannot be avoided and it always hurts--respond well! Intro.

Thesis: Criticism cannot be avoided and it always hurts--respond well! Intro.: 1. It was a great moment in the history of Israel--God was going to select Israel's first king. a. Samuel gathered all Israel at Mizpah. b. Selection process began (20-24). c. Everybody was happy .... or were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-27

God's Word On Sex

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

We need clear and definitive understandinmgs of God's word on sex and how we can avoid and deal with sexual sins.

Introductory Considerations 1. He was the man of God’s own choosing, considered Israel’s greatest king. As a young boy, he trusted God to defeat Goliath. As a young man, he was chased by a jealous King Saul, who wanted to kill him, but when given the opportunity to kill Saul, David refused to do ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jehoiakim Hears The Word

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: When God speaks, everyone should listen.

Thesis: When God speaks, everyone should listen. Intro.: 1. Illust. Do you remember that old brokerage firm commercial by E.F. Hutton? A bunch of people are in a swimming pool at a fashionable resort. Two men are talking while others are diving, swimming, and so forth. One man says, "Well my ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 36:20-24

Words Of Truth And Healing

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Job's friend Elihu gives invaluable insights in how to minister to those who are suffering.

Introductory Considerations 1. I could not believe it had happened. One minute everything seemed alright and the next minute everything had changed. They had just been married a year before. I had the joy of performing the wedding. Just a few months ago they had found out that she was expecting. ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wonderful Words Of Life

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: God's instruction is for our own good.

Thesis: God's instruction is for our own good. Intro.: 1. Many of you will remember the TV game show, "Family Feud" with Richard Dawson. a. 100 members of studio audience are surveyed and the contestants are asked to guess what the "survey said." b. The audience was once asked to complete ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:28-33

A Word Of Reproof Conviction

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

The Rebuke A.

The Rebuke A. Diagnosis of the Problem (1-4) 1. Procrastination in the Lordâs work (2) 2. Passion for their own Projects (4) a. ÎCeiledâ ö paneled w/wood; very elaborate b. ÎRun·to own houseâ ö eagerness (9) C. Explanation of their Predicament 1. Dissatisfaction (5-6) a. Seeking happiness ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Word Of Support Courage

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction:  Date is the last day of the Feast of Tabernacles (Lev.

Introduction:  Date is the last day of the Feast of Tabernacles (Lev. 23:34-43). Solomonâs Temple had been dedicated at this feast in 1 Kings 8:2. On this day of the feast Jesus offers living water (John 7:37). I. Godâs Presence (vs. 1-5) A. Haggai new comparison would bring ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Word Of Explanation Cleanliness

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

Defilement (vs.

Defilement (vs. 11-14) A. Question about law & holiness 1. Does a holy vessel make holy that which it touches? No  2. Does an unclean person make the priest unclean? Yes C. Explanation about law & holiness 1. Holiness is not transferable 2. Contact with unholiness defiles 3. Sickness ö kiss ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Word Of Promise Consummation

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

Overthrow of the Nations (20-22) A.

Overthrow of the Nations (20-22) A. Ezekiel 38:19-23 1. Political turmoil 2. Military confusion C. Zechariah 14:13-14; see also Haggai 2:7-9 1. Panic that produces victory 2. Panic that provides wealth III. Exaltation of Zerubbabel (23) A. Signet ring 1. Seal of authority 2. Pledge of ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Encouraging And Comforting Words Series

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Oct 21, 2000

God's concern and care for His people

"ENCOURAGING AND COMFORTING WORDS" REVELATION 1:4-8 John and the seven (7) churches were being persecuted for their faith and testimony in Jesus. Thus, John wrote these words to give encouragement and comfort to the Christian. There are four things that encouraged the suffering saints in this ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

The Bible...god's Word?

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Nov 15, 2000

Questions and Issues Relating to the Bible.

WHAT IS THE BIBLE? The Bible is a collection of 66 books, 39 in the Old Testament or Old Covenant, and 27 in the New Testament or New Covenant. We can think of the Old Covenant as being the old contract or the old deal between God and men, while the New Covenant is the new contract or the new deal ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Every Word Counts

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

The words that come out of our mouth reveal what is in a person's heart, shows what that individual really is like.

There was an ad on the radio a while ago which proclaimed that "people judge you by the words you use." It was for a program that was intended to help you build-up your vocabulary. Now, it is probably true that many of us assume that someone who uses four- or five-syllable words in their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

And They Remembered His Words

Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 23, 2000

This message emphasizes the need of remembering the teachings of Christ.

“And They Remembered HIS Words” Luke 24:1-8 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read Text: Lk. 24:1-8 B. Have YOU ever had someone tell you something, but you forgot about it until a particular event occurred in your life? C. My wife gets after me all of the time because I am so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Finding God's Word

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Dec 21, 2000

The Importance of Reading/Studying God’s Word

FINDING GOD’S WORD INTRODUCTION: This message does not apply to those of you who spend more time reading your bible than reading the newspaper, it does not apply to those of you who spend more time in Bible Study or Church than watching TV. But this message does apply to me, and I ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Made Flesh

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 2, 2001

God’s coming to earth in person: 1. Reveals the heart of God. 2. Reveals the need of people. 3. Reveals the mystery of God’s plan.

There is an amazing piece of art done by a Korean artist named Elder Rhee which is unique. It took him two years to complete the scroll. The artist meticulously drew the picture by hand with a very fine tipped pen. It is not a painting, but a picture created by writing thousands of words with ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Methodist