Sermons on Suffering Of People:

Stephen - Climax Of Conflict In Jerusalem

Contributed by Gary Bennett on Feb 25, 2003

Will our obituary read that we were used mightily by God, and loved deeply by others?

AN OBITUARY TO DIE FOR OF EPITAPH’S ... What happens when someone dies? Now that’s a leading question if ever I’ve asked one. Quite often, the site of the remains of the mortal coil is marked with some sort of memorial. It may be a plaque or tombstone, or some other reminder that the body of one ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Guides And Protects. Series

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Mar 20, 2003

Third in a series of the names of God. Jehovah Roi. The Lord is my Shepherd.

Who is God? The God who Guides and Protects. Psalm 23 “Put your trust in God because His is the Good Shepherd.” Intro: Changing gears: from eternal, almighty God to the shepherd God. Israel: “God, Yahweh as a shepherd? No way!” - David was a shepherd, understood the role he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Zacchaeus: Out On A Limb For Jesus Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 27, 2003

Like Zacchaeus, none of us really measures up but Jesus knows what you need—a relationship. He knows your name and sees you not who you are, but who you can become.

Zacchaeus: Out on a Limb for Jesus Luke 19:1-10 By Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION After the series on getting Plugged In, we’re back in the gospel according to Luke. Today, we’re going to look at one of the most wonderful stories in the Bible: Zacchaeus. Like many of you I was first exposed to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10, Luke 19:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Some Good Places To Be.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Apr 8, 2003

PETER SAID TO JESUS IN MATHEW 17 VERSE 4 IT IS GOOD FOR US TO BE HERE. THANK GOD THERE ARE STILL SOME GOOD PLACES TO BE.

MATTHEW 17;4 THEN ANSWERD PETER AND SAID UNTO JESUS LORD IT IS GOOD FOR US TO BE HERE;IF THOU WILT LET US MAKE THREE TABERNACLES ONE FOR THEE AND ONE FOR MOSES AND ONE FOR ELIAS.KJV. PETER SAID TO JESUS IT IS GOOD FOR US TO BE HERE ANY TIME YOU ARE AROUND JESUS THAT IS A GOOD PLACE TO BE. WITH ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Introduction To The Gospel Of Luke Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Feb 3, 2004

As we begin a study of the Gospel of Luke, let’s look at some of the background behind the book.

Introduction: We are beginning a study of the Gospel of Luke. Since we will spend quite some time in this study, it seems right that we should begin it with some background about the book itself. I. Who was Luke, the author? A. He was the same author as the book of Acts. 1. By comparing the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Anaias And Saphira - Wasn't It Just A Tad Ott To Kill Them?

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004

A look at the story of Ananias and Saphira to see that God treats sin seriously and that we are called to be people of Integrity

Introduction Have any of you seen the movie Catch Me If You Can. I have to say before I say it I thought it was recipe for disaster. I mean it starred Leonardo Di Capreo. But actually it turned out to be quite good. It’s the true story of Frank Abignail, who as a teenager runs away from home and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11, Matthew 23:23-28

Denomination: Holiness

These Are The Days Of Elijah Part 2: John The Baptist Series

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004

Number two in a series looking at the imagery in the modern Hymn These are the days of Elijah, looking at John the Baptist and repentance and holiness.

Introduction As we said this morning we are going to be looking at some of the imagery from These are the Days of Elijah to help us understand the idea of renewal and how it is God can move on us. The imagery from These are the Days of Elijah is all Biblical, which is good, but unfortunately it ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5, Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

Matthew

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on Mar 19, 2004

Matthew

Matthew MATTHEW: A Teaching Outline Part One: The Presentation of the King (1:1--4:11) I. The Advent ot the King 1:1--2:23 II. The Announcer of the King 3:1-12 III. The Approval of the King 3:13--4:11 Part Two: The Proclamation of the King (4:12--7:29) I. The Background for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirituality Of Stephen

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 1, 2003

There were certain traits in the life of Stephen that revealed his spirituality. These traits should be a part of the makeup of every child of God.

The Spirituality Of Stephen Text: Acts 7: 55-60 Intro: In my opinion, Stephen is one of the finest examples of spirituality in the entire Bible. He was one of the first deacons of the early Church in Jerusalem. The Bible describes Stephen as one who was full of the Holy Spirit, faith, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:55-60

Denomination: Baptist

No Matter What Your Stinking Problem Is, Get Up Again Anyway

Contributed by Pat Cook on Sep 2, 2003

We need not let hardships and difficulties keep us down, because we serve a God that can bring life from death, bringing glory to Himself.

John 11:1-44 - No Matter What Your Stinking Problem is, Get Up Again Anyway Sir Alexander Mackenzie is a Canadian hero. An early fur trader and explorer, he accomplished a magnificent feat when he led an expedition across Canada from Fort Chippewyan on Lake Athabasca to the Pacific Ocean. His ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Judas Iscariot

Contributed by Jeffrey Cox on Sep 15, 2003

Judas Iscariot was a miracle-working follower of Christ. Yet in the end, he turned out to be one of histories worst sinners. How can we, as beleivers, avoid the same fate?

2 Corinthians 13 :5 “Examine yourself to see if you are in the faith.” I. Who was Judas? A. His name was Judas Iscariot, his last name meaning “a man of Kerioth.” This is significant because all of the other Apostles were from Galilee, whereas he was not. Judas was the Apostle who carried ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-15, 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Tale Of Three Men

Contributed by Chris Johnson on Oct 20, 2003

We look at three New Testament men--two good examples; one, bad.

This third Epistle of John is a letter about three men. Their names are Gaius [GAY us], Diotrephes, and Demetrius. Two of the men stand in sharp contrast to the other one. Let’s look at these two first. I. GAIUS—the person to whom the epistle is addressed. A. Shown evidence in his life of the ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

The Handmaid Of The Lord!

Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 2, 2004

This Character study deals with Mary the mother of Christ, and looks at her unique acceptance of the favor God had placed on her

THE HANDMAID OF THE LORD! The Virgin Mary INTRODUCTION: the subject of Mary – the mother of the Lord has been a controversial topic for quite a long time. One side of the argument seeks to elevate her position to one almost, if not in reality, equal with the trinity. The other side of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-55

Denomination: Baptist

Pressure

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Oct 13, 2004

Do I ever feel like I am in a pressure cooker, or that I am being pulled and pushed in every direction? Well, I can respond like Herod. I can be manipulated by it to the point where I am forced to make decisions contrary to what I know is right. Or I can

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The Hope College Women’s basketball team had made it to the national playoffs. The final game saw Hope 20 points behind with 10 minutes left to play. The team remained calm and began to narrow the gap. Then with just 5 seconds remaining, a 3 point basket tied the game. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

People Who God Can Use Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

Examining the qualifications of one who God can use - study of Mary.

Luke 1:26 - 38 – Who God can Use When Milan Cathedral was finished, in the vast throngs of people assembled to witness the dedication was a little girl who was heard to cry out in childish glee, as she pointed to the great building, "I helped to build that!" "What!" exclaimed one of the guards ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist