Sermons on Spices:

All Is Vanity Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Nov 15, 2005

Kings of Judah, Pt. 1: "Solomon" - Sermon 3

ALL IS VANITY (1 KINGS 10:23-25, 11:1-13) A Jewish story tells of Alexander the Great’s presence before the gates of paradise on his journey home after he had conquered the whole world. Seeing that the gates would not open for him, he asked for a token to prove that he was there. All he got was a ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Beautiful Mind

Contributed by Steve Malone on Nov 17, 2005

In this message we will talk about how to have a mind that will be in flow with the spirit, with the living waters inside of us so that those waters can carry us to new life.

A Beautiful Mind I Am Jesus – part 23 John 7:37-39 (slowly type onto screen…) Then The River Video (Sermon Spice) 2,000 years ago God the Son – emptied himself… put on human flesh, left all the glories of heaven and walked the dusty streets of first century Palestine… AND UNDERSTAND – Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Liar, Liar, Pants On Fire...

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 18, 2002

God hates lying because He is truth. Speaking the truth will accomplish many wonderful things in your life.

Sept 10, 2000 Exodus 20:16 “Liar, liar; pants on fire” INTRODUCTION “Liar, liar! Pants on fire! Nose that’s as long as a telephone wire!” Probably all of us either said that or had it said to us when we were kids. It’s a good thing that it’s not really true. Otherwise, many of us would ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Baptist

Touch And Remember--An Easter Lesson

Contributed by Don Hawks on Mar 30, 2002

It has been said that we should forget our mistakes, but remember the lessons they taught us. The women at the tomb learned this simple truth that first Easter morning.

(Graphic Slides are available to accompany the Biblical stories in this message from Lumicon Digital Production: Lumicon.org) A reading from the good news of Jesus Christ according to Luke from the Message translation: At the crack of dawn on Sunday, the women came to the tomb carrying the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8, Luke 24:34

Denomination: Methodist

"Running From God?" Jonah Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 11, 2008

Jonah tried to run from God and his call but where does a man run to get away from God? You can run from God but not hide! So why even run?

“Running from God?”Jonah part 1 Opening Illustration: This video clip is from the lead singer of Mercy me and his willingness to follow the call of God on His life. Listen to his thoughts and even as he shares the struggle with following God’s call. Thesis: Jonah tried to run from God and his ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Came Just The Same

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 29, 2007

How do you regard Christ: 1) Responding with Hostility (Herod), 2) Responding with Indifference (chief priests and scribes) 3) Responding with Worship (Magi)

Quote: “Every Who down in Who-ville liked Christmas a lot, but the Grinch, who lived just north of Who-ville did Not!” Although I do not poses an edgy voice like Boris Karloff, I am sure many of you recognize the line from arguably the most famous of Dr. Seuss’ books: The Grinch that Stone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Other

His Resurrection, Never Alone Again Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 10, 2007

The third message in the series.

His Return Never Alone Again Back To Christmas (3) IT- was dark. IT – was early. IT – was Sunday morning... THEY - got up and put on their garments grabbed their spices and headed out on the dirt road that lead out of the city. AS - the sun began to rise over the Jordan River, the narrow path ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:3-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do Not Take An Oath – Let What You Say Be Simply Yes Or No Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 5, 2008

In these five verses Jesus sets forth 1) the original Mosaic teaching, 2) the traditional perversion of that teaching, and 3) His own reemphasis of what God’s standard for truth has always been.

Whether you are a child or an adult, Truth is so scarce that nearly everyone is suspect. Business people, advertisers, commentators, clerks, salesmen, lawyers, doctors, tradesmen, teachers, writers, politicians, and even many, if not most, preachers are suspect. Our whole society is largely built ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Other

The Raising Of Lazarus Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

Being as sure of your salvation as we are of death itself.

The raising of Lazarus John 11: 17-36 I think people have a hard time relating to the fact that Lazarus died and then was raised four days later simply because most people are unfamiliar with the concept of death in our society let alone a resurrection. There was a ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Gathering Of Friends And Enemies Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

THe conversation at the dinner given in Jesus honor.

The gathering of friends and enemies John 12: 1-11 I went to one of those restaurants where they tell you to sit at the bar while you have to wait for them to get your table ready. I think it’s just a gimmick to try and get you to have a drink or a salad or something, but rather ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Balanced Christian Life

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 21, 2007

THIS SERMON HIGHLIGHTS THE BALANCE BETWEEN 1. LAW AND GRACE 2. PROMISES AND COMMANDMENTS 3. FAITH AND WORKS 4. PROSPERITY AND SIMPLICITY 5. ENJOYING AND ENDURING 6. WORD AND SPIRIT 7. GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT AND THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT ETC

BALANCED CHRISTIAN LIFE *************************** OUTLINE 1. LAW AND GRACE 2. PROMISES AND COMMANDMENTS 3. FAITH AND WORKS 4. PROSPERITY AND SIMPLICITY 5. ENJOYING AND ENDURING 6. WORD AND SPIRIT 7. GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT AND FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT 8. INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL 9. QUANTITY AND QUALITY 10. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Further Adventures Of Peter

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Jul 21, 2003

Peter takes a trip to Lydda

The Further Adventures of Peter Acts 9:36 – 10:8 Jeff Hughes – July 13, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. Introduction a. People that are sold out servants of Jesus are fun to be around. These are the kinds of people that really reach down and sacrifice for the good of others. Last week, we saw how ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gentrification

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 3, 2019

A study in the book of Nehemiah 11: 1 – 36

Nehemiah 11: 1 – 36 gentrification 11 Now the leaders of the people dwelt at Jerusalem; the rest of the people cast lots to bring one out of ten to dwell in Jerusalem, the holy city, and nine-tenths were to dwell in other cities. 2 And the people blessed all the men who willingly offered ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 11:11

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Of Whom Shall I Be Afraid

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 10, 2018

A Remembrance Day message to encourage the people of God to stand firm in the grace we have received.

“The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? “When evildoers assail me to eat up my flesh, my adversaries and foes, it is they who stumble and fall. “Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Not Give To God Anything That Costs Me Nothing Series

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Oct 2, 2016

David said: "I won’t make an offering to God that doesn’t cost me something." What a great passage on demonstration of faith in God. Listen! To give without sacrifice is not to give at all. Ornan and David sacrificed but I believe Ornan sacrificed more.

DAVID SERIES: A MAN AFTER GOD'S OWN HEART - PART 18: I WILL NOT GIVE TO GOD ANYTHING THAT COSTS ME NOTHING! 2 Samuel 24:1-25 / 1 Chronicles 21: 13 David said to Gad, “I am in deep distress. Let me fall into the hands of the Lord, for his mercy is very great; but do not let me fall into human ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 21:13-30

Denomination: Charismatic