Sermons on Special Place:

The Altar Series

Contributed by John Crisp on May 28, 2014

What is the Altar a Place for?

Luke 1.5.11 - The Altar V5- we find them in the days of a terrible king, terrible days on the earth where sin reigned, yet we still find a remnant that feared and followed the Lord. V6- they were both righteous before God-> they were doing everything right, they were blameless. V7- yet they were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-11, Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Christians Dead To The Law

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

This chapter seems to be in the wrong place.

WHY? In chapter 6 Paul told us clearly that Christians do not continue in sin, because when Christ died to sin, so did we. We are no longer "in Adam." Our victory over sin is established through the death of Christ Jesus. Now you would think that after this tremendous victory we have ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Characters Of Christmas: Joseph Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017

A look at Joseph's place at the manger.

There is no greater Christmas classic than Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life, and there is no greater Christmas character than poor George Bailey. He’s even referred to several times throughout the film as “poor George.” You’re probably familiar with the story. George Bailey is introduced to us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Characters Of Christmas: Mary Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017

A look at Mary's place at the manger.

Have you heard words like this before? There is no way. This won't work. It's impossible. I can't do it. I can't handle it. I can't keep going. I'm not gonna’ make it. Those words sound familiar to anybody? They are the words of defeat and pessimism and yet they are words that all of us do battle ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Methodist

Complacency

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Nov 3, 2024

There is no time or place for complacency in the church

“Complacency” By Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. Not everyone who hears this message tonight is part of the problem we are going to discuss. However, we all as Christians are faced with the problems complacency causes. B. What is its definition 1. First, he words complacent or complacency ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:17-20, Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Prayers

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

Places of Prayer, or implied prayer

Background to passages: places of prayer or implied prayer Luke 1:8–20 ESV Now while he was serving as priest before God when his division was on duty, according to the custom of the priesthood, he was chosen by lot to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense. And the whole multitude of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Or Here? Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Nov 12, 2009

Have you ever wished you were someone else’s place, or a different place altogether? Have you ever thought what it would be like to be in the ‘perfect place’? What is that place to you? For me, and maybe for you too, it’s in heaven, with Jesus.

August 16, 2009 – Heaven or Here? Philippians 1:12-26 A home-owner was tired of his house. He’d lived there for many years, and he more he looked around at the house, the years, the neighbourhood, the more he wanted to be somewhere else. His critical eyes saw things that needed doing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

A Study Of The Book Of Revelation, 8: A Word For John, A View Of The Temple Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 19, 2015

John receives a special message from God, in words that remind us of Old Testament characters. Then we see a close-up of a Temple ...

A word for John, Chapter 10 Break. Chapter 10 serves , among other things, as an introduction to the last trumpet, just as 8:1-5 builds up to the last seal. A Mighty Angel (10:1). There is a little more background in chapter 10, mostly John’s own personal matters. First another angel is ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Gloomiest Chapter In The Bible – Psalm 88 – Passing Through Stormy Seas – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 4, 2022

Psalm 88 is considered to be the gloomiest chapter in all the bible. There is not one glimmer of hope yet we can draw from it wonderful teaching. The psalmist was in a very dark state when this Psalm was penned.

THE GLOOMIEST CHAPTER IN THE BIBLE – PSALM 88 – PASSING THROUGH STORMY SEAS – PART 1 PSALMS OF THE SONS OF KORAH – PSALM 88 Part 1 Psalm 88 A Song. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. For the choir director - according to Mahalath Leannoth. A Maskil of Heman the Ezrahite. Firstly we will look at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-8, Psalm 18:5-6, Luke 8:22-25, Psalm 88:1-6, Psalm 56:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stewardship - God's Economic Plan

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 10, 2001

A great mistake when we talk about money in the church is that we often do it in the context of a special appeal or a crisis situation.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. I’m going to read 1 Timothy 6:17-19 this morning. And the subject of this sermon is "God’s economic plan." I’m not going to talk about the world’s economic plan because you hear about that every day. You hear ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Marks Of A Mother

Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 11, 2003

The marks of a mother are not only the requirements for a godly mother, but also what makes them so special, and worthy of our love and appreciation.

The Marks Of A Mother Text: Ex.20: 12; Isa.49: 15 Intro: The term “mother” is indicative of one who is more than merely a parent. In fact, “The commonest fallacy among women is that simply having children makes one a mother—which is as absurd as believing that having a piano makes one a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:15, Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

Victory Via Failure

Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 13, 2007

Is it possible to get to victory by means of failures? Three of the closest disciples of Jesus show us the process by some special events in their lives.

Victory Via Failure Luke 5:1-11 1 And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret, 2 And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets. 3 And he entered into one of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Mother's Impressions Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 7, 2014

The mother of James and John made a special request of Jesus based on her impression of him. She in turn made an impression on him.

1. Mothers Job Interview -- http://www.ijreview.com/2014/04/129697-24-people-interviewed-impossible-job-paying-nothing-found-everyday/ 2. Mothers make lasting impressions on their children. 3. Matthew 20.20-28 I. A Mother's Impression OF Jesus A. Qualities She saw in Him 1. He was Torah-Observant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord, Change My Story

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 30, 2025

God specializes in rewriting destinies; no matter how painful your story has been, He is able to turn it into a testimony of glory.

LORD, CHANGE MY STORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 “And Jabez was more honourable than his brethren: and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, Because I bare him with sorrow. And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"embracing Our Kin: A Call For Justice In James 2:1-10 "the Call For Equity And Inclusion"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Sep 7, 2024

As we reflect on this passage, it is imperative that we give special attention to the principles of inclusion and justice, particularly through the lens of womanist theology.

Introduction: The Call for Equity and Inclusion Dearest family, we gather today in the spirit of unity and love, seeking the inspiration of our ancestors as we engage with the sacred text of James 2:1-10. As we reflect on this passage, it is imperative that we give special attention to the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-10

Denomination: Methodist