Sermons on Sunday:

Witnessing Of The Opened Mind

Contributed by Samuel Stone on Nov 15, 2007

An Ascension Sunday sermon

Luke 24:44-53 44 Then he said to them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you—that everything written about me in the law of Moses, the prophets, and the psalms must be fulfilled.” 45 Then he opened their minds to understand the scriptures, 46 and he said to them, “Thus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Life Is Beautiful

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Easter Sunday message

LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL Sunday, April 8, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee Tell at the beginning of service: The young mom was driving her 3-year-old child to church early on Easter morning. As she drove she told the Easter story. “This is the day we celebrate Jesus coming back to life.” From the back seat ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our God Comes

Contributed by Jack Smithwick on Nov 23, 2012

Ist Sunday of Advent

“Our God Comes” 11-25-2012 Isaiah 2:1-5 Today is the first Sunday in the season of Advent. It is the season of Hope. It’s the church’s new year’s day, the start of a new Christian calendar. Each year we rehearse the great works of God for us and for our salvation. In the seasons of Advent, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

"Darkness And Light"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 3, 2015

A sermon for Epiphany Sunday.

"Darkness and Light" Matthew 2:1-12 When you live in the city it can be easy to forget what it's like to get away from streetlights, big buildings, bright restaurant signs, car headlights, and all the rest. I was out in the country a year or so ago, and we were getting ready to have a bon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Resurrection And The Life"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 24, 2016

A sermon for Easter Sunday.

"The Resurrection and the Life" John 20:1-18 Mary Magdalene stood outside the tomb crying. Mary had been one of Jesus' closest followers. You see, Jesus had many more followers than just the 12 disciples. There were a number of women who were part of His ministry as well--part of His inner ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Fullness Of The Empty Tomb" Easter 2016

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Mar 30, 2016

Easter Sunday message

Easter 2016 “The fullness of the empty tomb” The word empty itself often brings feelings of Sadness Despair Fear Disappointment If you have ever been in the middle of nowhere Miles from anything even resembling a town When your gas gage hit empty- the needle on E- maybe a low ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Christ's Joy In You"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 18, 2017

A sermon for Confirmation Sunday.

“Christ’s Joy in You” John 15:1-11 I think Jesus Christ was the most joy-filled human to ever walk the earth. Why do I say this? Think about it, Jesus didn’t worry about His life—what He would eat or drink, or what He would wear. He trusted His Father in heaven. He was able to love—even ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

"A Major Force In This Child's Life"

Contributed by John Brooks on Sep 16, 2018

Child Dedication Sunday

"But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know those from whom you learned it, and how from infancy you have known the holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is God-breathed and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Make A Grave Mistake

Contributed by Howard Gwartney on Mar 31, 2018

Resurrection Sunday message

DON’T MAKE A GRAVE MISTAKE Matthew 27:62 – 28:1-15 NKJV Matthew 27:62 On the next day, which followed the Day of Preparation, the chief priests and Pharisees gathered together to Pilate, 63 saying, “Sir, we remember, while He was still alive, how that deceiver said, ‘After three days I will ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Being Christ To Our Community: Jesus Lives In Red Bank"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 26, 2018

A sermon for Consecration Sunday.

“Being Christ to Our Community: Jesus Lives in Red Bank” Matthew 25:31-46 Because Vance is an African American living in a predominately Hispanic neighborhood, he stands out. But what really sets Vance apart is that he is a servant-hearted father who cares not only for his own kids, but also ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: United Methodist

Confirmation Number

Contributed by Scott Bradford on May 5, 2012

This is a "Confirmation Sunday" sermon

The following (adapted)was actually written by a Talmudic Scholar and takes place between Billy Graham and an Angel. Talmudic meaning rabbinical discussions concerning Jewish law: (1) “Reservation Angel: This is the Heaven Inn Hotel. How can I help you today? Billy: Hello. This is Billy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

"Jesus Isn't A Rock Star"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 27, 2012

A sermon for Palm Sunday

Mark 11:1-11 “Jesus Isn’t a Rock Star” What is going on here? It appears that a whole crowd of people have fallen head over heels in love with Jesus! The people are infatuated. It’s as if Jesus were a rock star or something! “Many people spread out their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Anatomy Of A Confession

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 4, 2012

A Palm Sunday Sermon

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: March 31, 2012 Date Preached: April 1, 2012 Church: OPBC (AM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: The Anatomy of a Confession Text: Matthew 27:45-56 [read now] Introduction: Typically on this Sunday we celebrate the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, but this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-56

Denomination: Baptist

Crossing The Resurrection

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Apr 10, 2012

An Easter Sunday sermon

Recently I came across a collection of the best last lines of books ever written: “Tomorrow, I’ll think of some way to get him back. After all, tomorrow is another day.” –Margaret Mitchell, Gone with the Wind (1936) But I reckon I got to light out for the Territory ahead ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Three Men On A Hill Top

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 12, 2012

Outline for Easter Sunday

“Three Men on a Hill Top” Luke 23:26-43 Scripture Reading Luke 23:32 And there were also two other, malefactors, led with him to be put to death. 33 And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: Baptist