Sermons on Stern:

The Pentecostal's Conversion Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 22, 2016

This lesson establishes that Peter's preaching on the Day of Pentecost resulted in 3000 souls becoming Christians. It addresses the false notion that “it doesn’t matter what you believe, as long as your heart is right.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Pentecostal’s Reprove 2. The Pentecostal’s Request 3. The Pentecostal’s Response Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss a theme: “The Pentecostal’s Conversion.” This lesson is one of several that will deal with the Acts of Conversions, as seen ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hungry And Thirsty For What? Series

Contributed by Bev Sesink on Oct 23, 2016

An explanation of Matthew 5:6 how we can rightly hunger and thirst for righteousness instead of what we naturally hunger and thirst for.

Hungry and Thirsty For What? Matthew 5:6 Sunday October 23, 2016 Today we continue in the series the Upside Down Kingdom with a focus on The Beatitudes found in Matthew 5. As we begin I thought I would start with a short quiz to see how much you may remember of the beatitudes we have covered so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: *other

The Humanity Of Christ

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 17, 2022

I am sharing this message as I prepare to speak in the Philippines to celebrate the anniversary of Don Stewart. During my preparations, I had several open visions where the Lord asked me to write about His humanity. He said tell them I am a high priest who can be touched; I was once human like them.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Corinthians 15:21-22) (21) "For since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead." (22) "For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive." (1 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:16, 1 Corinthians 15:21-22, 1 Corinthians 15:45-46, 1 Corinthians 15:47, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Hebrews 10:5, Isaiah 53:10-11, Romans 5:15, Romans 5:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Voting And The Fear Of God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 21, 2024

Only personal conversion through Christ, not political conviction, will lead to lasting change.

Voting and the Fear of God Ecclesiastes 8:1-17 Rev. Brian Bill October 19-20, 2024 About a week ago, an Edgewood member and I were riding an elevator with another guy. He asked how we were doing and we replied in unison, “Better than we deserve.” He didn’t know quite how to take that response. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Not-Conquer Your Fears And Live Joyfully

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

this sermon is to encourage beleivers to overcome their fears and live joyfully as our Lord commands us not to fear

FEAR NOT - CONQUER YOUR FEARS AND LIVE JOYFULLY ******************************************************** OUTLINE 1.REWARD 2.RESPONSE 3.REASSURANCE 4.RELAXATION 5.REPROACH 6.REVELATION 7.REJOICING THE MESSAGE FEAR NOT - CONQUER YOUR FEARS AND LIVE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Busy About The Wrong Thing

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Oct 8, 2001

Given a man to keep, he had lost the man. And he had lost him because he was too busy to keep him. Evidently the servant considered that an excuse. Had he been idle, then indeed the loss of the man would have been an unpardonable offence.

Busy about the Wrong Thing I Kings 20:40 And as thy servant was busy here and there, he was gone. The text is part of a little parable, spoken by an unnamed prophet to King Ahab. I Kings 20:39 (KJV) And as the king passed by, he cried unto the king: and he said, Thy servant went out into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:39-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Catching Faith

Contributed by Fred Mueller on May 12, 2001

A Mother’s Day sermon based on II Timothy

The Reformed Church of Locust Valley Easter V May 13, 2001 II Timothy 1:1-10 “Catching Faith” There are certain things you will hear people in the church say over and over –. some are true and some are not. One of the things people say is that the children are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Wonderful Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Oct 18, 2000

Luke 1:30-31 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with GodAnd, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS.

Luke 1:30-31 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with GodAnd, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS. The naming of a baby is a happy time. My middle girl, Karla, has twins girls who are two months old. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

God Loves....me?

Contributed by Stephen Ring on Apr 9, 2004

The Bible is a love story. And we are the unlikely recipients of that love.

GOD LOVES….ME? GENESIS 22:1-14; HOSEA 11:1-4; 8-9; HOSEA 14:4-7 One of the incredible truths of the word of God is the height and depth and breadth of love that God had for man. The Psalmist writes in amazement of this truth, of all that God has done for man. (Psalm 8:3-8) When I consider your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14, Hosea 11:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Collection We Can Do Without Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 12, 2004

Before we can appreciate the good news of the forgiveness of sin through repentance toward God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, we must face the bad news that we are, by nature, lost sinners.

A Collection We Can Do Without (Romans 2:1-11) 1. Sometimes the line between right and wrong is blurry; take this story: SAN JOSE, Calif. (Reuters) All Tamar Sherman wanted to do was pet a dog and give it some water. Sherman’s act left her with a criminal record. A few months ago, Sherman was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Bible - The Complete Book Of The Garden – .

Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 22, 2004

This sermon - gives an overview of God’s purposes being worked out in four particular Gardens in the scriptures - Eden - Gethsemene - The garden tomb and the garden in Revelation 22. It is a sermon that encourages the hearer to live the christian life to

The Bible - The complete book of the garden – . In my study I have a book called the Readers digest complete book of the garden. To be honest I have hardly read it and my gardening this year has been anything but complete. Heather has filled in for me as I got busier and busier. Today is Easter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Narnia: Romping With The Lion

Contributed by Jeffrey Wildrick on Dec 20, 2005

The scene of Aslan romping with Susan and Lucy reminds us that God created us for an abundant and joyful life.

Romping with the Lion December 18, 2005 (Jesus said,) “I tell you the truth, I am the gate for the sheep. All who came before me were thieves and robbers. But the true sheep did not listen to them. Yes, I am the gate. Those who come in through me will be saved. They will come and go freely and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Friends Of God"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 24, 2003

Trying to fathom the love that God has for us.

John 15:9-17 “Friends of God” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA To what great lengths would many of us go to be friends with…say…our favorite celebrity… …or some wealthy dignitary… …or our boss… …or just someone that we admire? Many of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Walking Like God Walks Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 20, 2002

Living life in God’s footsteps

Walking Like God Walks EPHESIANS 5:1-6 · Going to take this morning about how we walk. Have you ever thought about how you walk. How your walk looks to others. 1) Friend from a church I pastured while in Seminary named David. David is a racewalker. David doesn’t know it but he looks funny when ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-7

Whats Rocking Your Boat?

Contributed by Craig Smee on Nov 10, 2003

A look at our reliance on God. Whether we are stil keeping one hand on the rudder or are truly trusting in the Man in control of our boat.

Story Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson went on a camping trip. They set up their tent and fell asleep. Some hours later, Holmes woke his faithful friend up. "Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you see." Watson replied, "I see millions of stars." "What does that tell you?" asked ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Christian Church