Sermons on Strings:

"My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?

Contributed by Jonathan Kittrell on Jun 5, 2002

This is the fourth set of words Jesus utters from the cross. It is a pivotal phrase and is purposefully the fourth statement he made. While this utterance could call the relationship between God and Jesus into question, it actually melds it and shows how

My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me? Matthew 27:45-50 ETS: Jesus, God, cries out for His inner strength to endure ESS: We must cry out to God in our struggles. We are never forsaken OSS: Strength in midst of turmoil, sin. WORD: Strength Discuss humility of preaching. READ SCRIPTURE It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-50, Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Get Your Priorities Right

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Jun 18, 2002

Two wrongs never make a right!

This week I was reading a book when I came across a fascinating legal case which I thought I`d share with you. This case involved two brothers whose father had died. In his will he gave equal shares of his estate to each of the brothers, but one of them, operating a legal fiddle, had got his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-15

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

God's Masterpiece

Contributed by Elliot Ross on Jun 5, 2001

We are the masterpieces of God and we get our worth from him.

The Touch of the Masters Hand. Have you ever felt worthless or cheap in the eyes of the world? Have you ever felt that you were not really what you could be or what you should be? I know that at times I have.. Read a little story the other day that I think illustrates all of our lives in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amram & Jochebed: Bringing Up Godly Children Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jan 18, 2005

In some circumstances, raising children can become a conflict-ridden roller coaster ride. Although we don’t know much about them, Moses’ parents did something right! (Based on a book by Bob Russell)

Sermon Notes Amram & Jochebed: Bringing up Godly Children Exodus 2 (Fifth in the series Marriage by the Book) Introduction: Which of these two statements are true? “Children are a great blessing to marriage.” “Children put a great deal of pressure on marriage.” Of course, both are true. Kids ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praiseing God On The Wrong Side Of The River.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Oct 29, 2003

Praiseing God at the right time.

Praiseing God on the wrong side of the river. Exodus 14:11- 15:1 Ex 14:11, And they said unto Moses, Because there were no graves in Egypt, hast thou taken us away to ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Your Victory Is In Your Praise

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Nov 16, 2002

This message reveals four influential points that from this text to help you move into your victory!

Introduction- Praise explodes stronghold and paves the path to victory.Acts 16 recounts the story of Paul and Silas in the Philippian jail. One sung a song and the other prayed a prayer. They did this because they understood how to get into the presence of God. Psalm 22:2-4 declares -- O my God, I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:22, Revelation 20:2

Denomination: Baptist

Just The Messenger Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2006

2nd in the series "Left Behind: 1 & 2 Thessalonians" A look at our role as spiritual leaders in the lives of others/evangelism.

THOMAS MONAGHAN IS FOUNDER , PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF DOMINO’S PIZZA, INC. FROM 1970 - 1985, DOMINO’S GREW FROM A SMALL DEBT RIDDEN CHAIN TO THE SECOND LARGEST PIZZA COMPANY IN AMERICA, WITH SALES OVER A BILLION DOLLARS. WHEN ASKED TO ACCOUNT FOR THE PHENOMENAL GROWTH OF THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

So Loved - He Gave Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 19, 2007

In a fresh look at John 3:16 we look at what it means to be so loved by God. Pt 2 investigates in scripture how Gods love gives to his people.

So Loved Pt 2 - He Gave John 3:16 We began last week working through this most familiar passage in scripture as we point our hearts towards the beginning of Advent. We began talking about this God who So Loved us. Remember this morning that His is Creator love boundless, endless, perfect and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: *other

The First Disciples Series

Contributed by Phillip Wright on Sep 21, 2006

A discussion of the calling of the first four disciples.

The First Disciples Luke 5:1-32 Rev. Phillip A. Wright I. The Invitations A. Peter, James and John to become disciples. 1. Jesus’ sermon from Peter’s boat (5:1-3): He uses the boat as a platform to preach to the crown on the shore. 2. Jesus’ summons from Peter’s boat (5:4-11): a. “Go out where it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Extreme Home Makeover: Christian Edition

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Dec 6, 2004

Our homes are in dysfunctional hape in America. We need a makeover, it has to be extreme!

Extreme Home Makeover -Christian Edition- Pastor Jamie Wright * MFC * 11-29-04 am Put together one very run down house, several opinionated designers, seven days and what do you get? The answer is TV’s new hit show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. One problem I have with this show! It is false ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two For The Price Of One

Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Nov 7, 2005

If anyone is in Christ there is a new creation - a sermon on this text for Holy Baptism and Holy Communion

I remember once listening to Radio 4, when Christine Hamilton was being interviewed, talking about the relative poverty of he life after her husband Neil Hamilton famously lost his seat in the 1997 General Election. It was the first time I heard the phrase ‘BOGOF’. She was, of course, talking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Facing Down Opposition

Contributed by Mark Wood on Feb 18, 2006

Dr. Wood used this sermon to encourage the listeners that in the midst of opposition all Christian can draw from a higher power, and that power is from the Holy Spirit.

Some history must be covered before we can understand what took place and how we can apply this passage of Scripture to our lives today. First take note of verse 2 they, the apostles taught the people and preached in Jesus the resurrection from the dead. In verse one if we were to do a literal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-22

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer For Disciples Series

Contributed by Colin Bain on May 1, 2009

A brief overview and look at the prayer that Jesus taught His disciples to prayer in order that they might fulfill their prayer life and real life

What is the state of your prayer life? I imagine if I asked each one of you today, I would be hard pressed to find even one person who could say “Yes, Captain, my prayer life is one area of my life where I can confidently say I have no problems” If you are anything like me, you will struggle with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Right Christmas Attitude Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Dec 8, 2010

What should be our attitude at Christmas?

Text: Philippians 2:5-11 Title: The Right Christmas Attitude Introduction: Charles Swindoll had this to say about attitude. “The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of ATTITUDE on life. ATTITUDE, to me, is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Willing And Submissive Spirit Series

Contributed by Bart Leger on Jul 27, 2007

Paul not only prayed for the spiritual well-being of the Roman church but was eager to be used by God as an instrument to help answer that prayer according to His divine will. The church has always been full of people who are quick to criticize, but seems

A Willing and Submissive Spirit Paul not only prayed for the spiritual well-being of the Roman church but was eager to be used by God as an instrument to help answer that prayer according to His divine will. The church has always been full of people who are quick to criticize, but seems short of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible