Sermons on Spiritual Life:

Bold Prayer

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 31, 2000

A look at the prayers of the early church

Prayer I love the definition of prayer found in the Devils Dictionary, written by Ambrose Bierce around the turn of the century, you ready? To ask the laws of the universe to be annulled on behalf of a single petitioner confessedly unworthy. I have no problem with that. We all believe in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

Sins Atoned; Heaven Gained

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 9, 2000

Salvation is found, not by pursuit, but by surrender.

The ninth chapter of Romans is a perfect chapter from which to preach the Sovereignty of God. Paul has just finished his treatise on justification and grace and the security of the believer in Christ, there in chapter eight, and now we see him slump into sadness over the plight of his own, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:30-33

Denomination: Orthodox

Seven Pm, Easter, 29 Ad

Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Nov 11, 2000

We can draw from the appearance of Jesus to his disciples in the upper room on Resurrection Sunday four applications of Easter: peace, joy, hope, and mission.

Seven PM, Easter, 29 A.D. Luke 24:33-48 Introduction It was Easter Sunday for the Ibuga Christians of Western Tanzania. In one village, a large crowd had gathered to worship. Many came out of curiosity to hear about a God who conquered death. While they were singing and praising God, they didn't ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:33-48

Denomination: Baptist

Cheers, Jeers, And Tears Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

That first day of Jesus’ last week was a day of mixed emotions. There were cheers and jeers and tears. We won’t understand what happened unless we see all three.

Day by Day with Jesus Series Cheers, Jeers, and Tears Luke 19:29-44 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Everybody loves a parade. Most parades are celebrations. Big celebrations call for big parades. Some of you will remember the big parade ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Danger Of Falling Asleep During This Sermon Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Sep 1, 2004

Generations come and go and are very different from one another -- but some Christian values and characteristics remain the same.

When I was a Junior in High School, my last class of the day was Chemistry. By that time of the day, I was dragging. I needed a nap, or a candy bar or something to keep me awake. But I never had any of that – just chemistry. And chemistry could not keep me awake. Now I know this has never, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

One Person Can Make A Difference

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 10, 2004

I am only one,but still I am one. I cannot do everything; but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything I will not refuse to do the something that I can do.

TEXT: Esther Chapter 4 TITLE: ONE PERSON CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE In an overpopulated world, it’s easy to underestimate the significance of one. There are so many people who have so many gifts and skills who are already doing so many things that are so important, who needs me? What can I as one ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17, 1 Samuel 25:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

When The Wrecking Ball Hits A Home (Part 1)

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Sep 15, 2004

Divorce in the Old Testament and Gospels

1 Corinthians 7:10-16 When The Wrecking Ball Hits A Home (part 1) Introduction “Divorce.” I remember the first time I heard that word. I was 10 years old. Growing up in the late 50’s and early 60’s “divorce” wasn’t part of our vocabulary. But when I was ten, a friend of mine’s parents got ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Extreme Makeover: Hunched Back Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Sep 16, 2004

God offers us a makeover that gives us a hunched back, bowed in humble submission to him and in service to others.

One church in Cincinnati that I know of regularly sends out teams to engage in servant evangelism. Sometimes they hand out bottles of water to passersby or wash car windows in parking lots or rake lawns in the neighborhood, all of it for free. From this project and the book about it came the term ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

What God Wants Us To Hear About Loving Our Neighbors

Contributed by Matthew Doebler on Mar 11, 2003

Who’s the real good Samaritan and what can we learn from him?

So often, people hear only what they want to hear. Take my father, for instance. He is actually deaf in one ear and hearing impaired in the other. However, he still hears only what he wants to hear. We call it “Selective Hearing Loss.” For instance, if you call for him, he often won’t hear you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Lutheran

The Moment Of Truth (Whose Line Is It?) Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 23, 2003

Pilate questioned Jesus’ version truth, but he’s not the only one who ever questioned "truth?" What lay at the heart of his objections is the same reason many reject truth today.

OPEN: Two psychiatrists were at a convention. As they visiting, one asked, "What was your most difficult case?" The other replied, "I had a patient who lived in a pure fantasy world. He believed that an uncle in South America was going to die and leave him a fortune. All day long he waited for a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Writing Is On The Wall Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 30, 2004

God requires more of us if we are "in the know." He expects our reverence of the sacred.

Singing the Songs of The Lord In A Strange Land November 21, 2004 Daniel 5 “The handwriting is on the wall” “Your days are numbered” You have been weighed and measured and been found wanting” This story has shaped English idiom, but not too many people actually know the story! Jesus tells this ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-30

Denomination: *other

Advent 2: Preparation Series

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Dec 8, 2004

2nd in series on Advent Wreath - Sermon focuses on ’preperation’. Prophecy of OT fulfilled in Jesus.

Advent 2: Preparation Luke 1:26-38 Today, we celebrate the 2nd week in the Advent season. We continue with our sermon series on the Advent wreath. Last week, we talked about the first candle and its’ representation of Hope. This week, we will look at the 2nd candle which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Dressed For Action

Contributed by Fred Mueller on Mar 15, 2002

"Let your loins be girded.." - urges hearers to be ready for service to God. Looks at attire - contemporary and ancient and the clothing of our Lord.

The Reformed Church of Locust Valley Lent IV March 10, 2002 Luke 12:32-40 “Dressed for Action” “Be dressed for action and have your lamps it; be like those who are waiting for their master to return from the wedding banquet, so that they may open the door for him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

House Of Secrets Series

Contributed by Bob Groves on Mar 16, 2002

Looking at the cost of sin in the home.

The HOUSE of SECRETS Somewhat of a Different Subject @ the Home - Yet 1 I’m sure that you will understand it’s relevance in today’s society NEXT Week - THE HOUSE of HONOR… Today - The House of Secrets… Not @ Personal Secrets (Another Subject) Specifically - HOUSEHOLD SECRETS… i.e. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Three Snapshots

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 26, 2005

A sermon on Festus, King Agrippa, and Paul from Acts 26:19-32. (Outline adapted from J.C. Ryle and MaClaren’s Expositions of Holy Scripture)

Sermon for 9/25/2005 Three Snapshots Introduction: A. I hate pictures. Crystal loves them. I had a great problem when we made our pictorial directory. B. What bothers me is that someone takes a camera and says, “Smile.” C. When I was a child I hated it more than I do now. It has come to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ