Sermons on Statement:

The Cross: A Forethought Not An Afterthought

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jul 16, 2004

God did not give us Calvary to make amends for any mistake of His own in creating man. Let’s look at God’s presence in Calvary realizing it was a mission He sent His Son on that was purposed before the world was formed.

The Cross “A Forethought Not an Afterthought” I. Introduction A. The Passion of the Christ 1. The cross and Christ are getting a lot of publicity these days. a.To the tune of 100’s of millions. b.That’s great because salvation comes only via ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Extravagent Love

Contributed by Ken Powell on Dec 7, 2005

Mary finds herself in a situation where Jesus is present and she wants to somehow show her love to Him. She knows in the Spirit that she will never have this opportunity again. Mary Loves Jesus and wants to demonstrate her love to him some way. Whatev

EXTRAVAGANT LOVE Story of Jesus anointed at Bethany Mark 14:1-9 3 Points (1) The Situation (2) The Condemnation (3) The Commendation Mark is bringing to our attention the events of the last week that Jesus spends in Jerusalem just before His arrest, trial & crucifixion. Its also Passion Week & ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 16, 2007

Lift up the name of Jesus everywhere!

THE NAME OF JESUS! "Then Peter, filled with the holy Spirit, answered them, Leaders of the people and elders: If we are being examined today about a good deed done to a cripple, namely, by what means he was saved, then all of you and all the people of Israel should know that it was in the name of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-12

Denomination: Catholic

Such As I Am.

Contributed by Robert Tallent on Jul 19, 2008

What would our "except for" be?

Such As I Am! Acts 26:29 Most everyone here this mourning knows about the story of Paul and King Agrippa. It was king Agrippa who said the most famous heart wrenching words “Almost thou ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:29

Denomination: Baptist

The Measure Of Success

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 21, 2008

In this study you will see the way Jesus measured success.

This week our children have been studying "The Secret of My Success." This is a timely and much needed study. It is something of which all of us have an interest. Every man, woman, boy, and girl wants to be successful in life. The question that needs to be asked is “How Do You Measure Success?” We ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Gratitude In The Shade Of The Cross!

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Apr 14, 2009

A new look at the story of 10 lepers

GRATITUDE IN THE SHADE OF THE CROSS! Luke 17:11-19 Few years ago, we had Carl Mitchell of Harding University come to Albania and do series of lectures on family life and issues. Other then the lectures he gave we asked him to preach for us on Sunday. I vividly remember that as he was talking about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Up From The Grave He Arose

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

The resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ and resurrection truths

‘Up From the Grave He Arose’ I can clearly remember singing these words to an old Easter hymn chorus, ’Up From The Grave He Arose’, as a young child in my Grandpa’s ‘Chapel’ on a hilltop in the Appalachian Mountains of Pennsylvania, and with the believing heart of a child I could see with my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-58

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prayer Events

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 22, 2009

The primary purpose of prayer.

Prayer Events When we pray, it is not primarily not to get things from God; although that is why many people pray. The primary purpose of prayer is to commune with God, then getting things is only a by-product. And if communion with God is the only thing there is to prayer, that would be ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24

Denomination: Baptist

Impacting Our City For Christ (Part Ii)--Connecting With People

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 9, 2008

This sermon examines the process of impacting a city for Jesus Christ.

Last week I began a three part series entitled "Impacting Our City For Christ." Jesus said we are to be like "salt" or "light". These metaphors represent something that influences or impacts. For a text we used John 4:7-12. “A woman of Samaria came to draw water. Jesus said to her, “Give Me a ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Or Not To Forgive

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 28, 2012

Forgiveness is the way the Lord releases us from guilt and sets us free to continue loving God and others.

Forgive or not to forgive Colossians 3:1-3:18 Introduction- Colossians 3:1-3:18 Paul declares to us some rules for holy living. He tells us: Set your heart and mind to heavenly things. That as a believer, you died to self and now Christ lives in you. Put to death (like Christ) the fleshly nature ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

It Will Be Worth It All Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jun 26, 2008

Our suffering does not match the good news that awaits us in eternity. We can be encouraged that one day, we will find our ultimate comfort.

It Will Be Worth It All Griffith Baptist Church – 6/29/08 A.M. Service Text: Romans 8:18-22 Key verse: Romans 8:18 - For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. The Introduction There once was an oyster whose ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

Why Is Corportate Worship Important Series

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on May 17, 2013

Helps those that are churched to understand the significance of worship privately and corporately as the Body of Christ.

Why is Corporate Worship Important? Hebrews 10:19-25 Introduction Over the last couple of weeks we looked at What God is like and we looked at 13 distinct characteristics We did that so that it will helpfully hope us to focus in on WHO God is as we enter in a time of worship This morning I want ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

God's Plan Series

Contributed by Christopher Glenn on Jun 9, 2013

Today we want to begin by examining God’s plan for building a church that would be invincible, because as it’s foundation it has Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God

GOD’S PLAN - Today we being a brand new series – Church God’s way. - The church is God's one redemptive institution placed on this earth. - It was to the church that Jesus gave the Great Commission. - It is through the church that Jesus brings the message of salvation to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

The Day Of His Coming! Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Nov 19, 2015

In this passage God will give His people a final admonition to come back to Him before 400 years of silence. He is using the second coming of Christ as their motivation. Problem: People fail to prepare for the return of Christ.

Introduction: God is admonishing the nation of Israel to come back to Him. Do you think God is admonishing America… the church… families… individuals? How presumptuous it would be of us to ignore His plea to prepare for His earthly return. The Main Point: Because Christ is the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Commitment Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 3, 2014

Jesus is calling the church to commitment. We are committed to our sports teams, hunting, fishing, pleasure and entertainment. Jesus calls for commitment and repentance. It is a call for being in the world but not of the world.

Intro: The words that Jesus share with the church in Laodicea are hard words. Sometimes it takes hard words to awaken those asleep. It will help us understand Jesus words if we know more about the city the church was in. The city of Laodicea was founded by Antiochus II in 253 B.C. It was named ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist