Sermons on Sunrise:

Possessing The Promise

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 7, 2006

Move forward in God’s strength.

POSSESSING THE PROMISE Joshua 1.1-18 S: Vision, Leadership and Change C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: MOVE FORWARD IN GOD’S STRENGTH. Type: Inductive I. POSSESSION (1-4) II. PRESENCE (5-9) III. PREPARATION (10-18) PA: How is the change to be observed? • Be a people ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Manna: A Heavenly Meal For A Hungry Multitude

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 30, 2007

This sermon draws comparisons between the manna of the Old Testament and the grace of God in Christ Jesus. The manna of God’s grace is made available to us when we least deserve it. But then, that’s the nature of God’s grace.

Manna: A Heavenly Meal For A Hungry Multitude Text: Ex.16: 1-4; Ps.78: 25 Intro: As we enter Exodus 16, we find the children of Israel doing what they did so often in their wilderness wanderings—complaining. This is quite a contrast from the “Song of Redemption” that they sang only two months ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The High Ministry Of Lamp Dressing

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 7, 2006

This message is concerned with the importance of living a clean and godly life.

NOTE: I TOOK AN OIL LAMP AND LIT IT JUST PRIOR TO READING THE TEXT AND ALLOWED IT TO BURN THE ENTIRE TIME THAT I PREACHED THIS MESSAGE. THE EFFECT WAS VERY GOOD ESPECIALLY WHEN I GOT TO THE POINT ABOUT THE WICK AND THE OIL OF THE LAMP. Exodus 30:7 KJV And Aaron shall burn thereon sweet incense ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sign 6 - Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Jun 20, 2007

This is the sixth sign of the book of John, the healing of the man born blind. Jesus reveals himself to be the light of the world.

Light of the World Today I am going to continue the study on the seven signs found in the book of John prior to Jesus’ death and resurrection. Over the last five Bible studies I have covered the first five signs covered in the book of John. We discussed how John could have included hundreds of ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Are The Wise Really Wise?" Ecc Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 1, 2007

Are the wise really wise if they do not have God in their lives? Solomon says “No they are not!”

“Are the wise really wise?” Ecclesiastes 2:12-26 Opening Timer Illustration: Set timer for 30 minutes – Did you know - What happens in 30 minutes? “Mission Maker Magazine”, page 18, Edition 2008, (www.WorldChristianDatabase.org). 7,764 souls began life in the world 3,444 souls meet Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Changes Things Series

Contributed by Susan Blader on Feb 18, 2007

If we come not just asking, but really seeking, we will receive God’s best. We can be encouraged to pray because God wants us to, and He desires to give us much more than the request that started the conversation.

Prayer Changes Things A Sermon on Matthew 7:7-11 The story is told of a young boy who wanted $100 very badly. He prayed for a long time, but nothing happened. Undaunted by the lack of response, he wrote a letter to God presenting his request once again. When the postal authorities received the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

God Loves You: No Doubt About It

Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 12, 2005

Five amazing facts about God’s love for you.

SPECIAL DAY: VALENTINE’S DAY TEXT: 1 JOHN 4:9-10 TITLE: “GOD LOVES YOU: NO DOUBT ABOUT IT!” INTRODUCTION: A. Two teenaged boys were out cave exploring when they found what appeared to be huge bear tracks deep inside a long, cavernous tunnel. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crazy Love

Contributed by Judah Thomas on Oct 21, 2003

God is so in love with you that He will go to drastic, even crazy means to get your attention.

A group of four-through eight-year-olds were asked: “What does love mean?” Their answers vary from the amusing to the profound. Love is when a girl puts on perfume and a boy puts on shaving cologne and they go out and smell each other. Love is when you go out to eat and give somebody most of your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Narnia: The Deeper Magic

Contributed by Rich Vincent on Dec 11, 2005

Human beings possess a longing for meaning and transcendence. We long to identify with stories that help us understand our world, others, and ourselves. More often than not, stories empower us by presenting a transcendent dimension that makes life worth l

The Deeper Magic The Lion, the Witch, and the Drama of Salvation Secularism, though prominent in our culture, has never completely triumphed – and never will. No matter how hard we try to find complete satisfaction and fulfillment in this world, we inevitably find ourselves hungering for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-20

Denomination: *other

Love Matters Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 24, 2010

Jesus' message to the church at Ephesus reminds us of the need to love Jesus and each other.

There were once two newlyweds on their honeymoon. They were taking a train ride cross country. The bride was becoming a little self conscious about all the fanfare of being a new married couple. She just wanted some quiet time alone with her new husband, so she came up with a plan. She said to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Party And The Pageant Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 1, 2013

This sermon covers most of Esther 1 and 2. I tell that part of the story and then draw some applications at the end.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a husband who was heading out to work one day, when his wife said, “I bet you don't know what day this is!” 1. The husband was perplexed, but was always a quick on his feet, he said, “Of course I know what day this is, my dear. How could I ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons Learned From The Village Atheist

Contributed by Joel Smith on May 25, 2015

Atheism has its reasons. This sermon examines the circumstances which contribute to the illogical choice for atheism.

Lessons Learned from the Village Atheist (Open with image of Christopher Hitchens) Can you identify the man on the screen? This is the famous or infamous Christopher Hitchens. He died on December 15th of last year. Hitchens was a gifted writer who notably transitioned from early Marxist ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

Weeping Between The Porch And The Altar...part 1... Series

Contributed by Hugh Laing on Feb 17, 2010

Today, what I want to offer you is a launching pad...one that lights the FIRE of the HOLY GHOST in each of you with PRICKED HEARTS...the same PRICKED HEARTS they had at Pentecost.

INTRODUCTION...Today, what I want to offer you is a launching pad...one that lights the FIRE of the HOLY GHOST in each of you with PRICKED HEARTS...the same PRICKED HEARTS they had at Pentecost. What does it mean to have a PRICKED HEART? It is the act of your heart being pierced by ...read more

Scripture: Joel 1:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Victorious Servant Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 9, 2010

Life lessons from Christ's cricifixion, resurrection, and ascension.

SERIES: WALKING WITH JESUS “THE VICTORIOUS SERVANT” MARK 15:21-16:20 OPEN In November of 2001, after the Arizona Diamondbacks came back to beat the new York Yankees in the final inning of the final game of the World Series, the editors of Sports Illustrated ran an item called ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Beginning God

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jan 30, 2011

God was the only creator

THE BEGINNING GOD Genesis 1:1-5 First, We want to note that God was in the beginning. The Bible begins with God and so we must begin with him always. Back of all, above all, before all is the God of Genesis. First in our thoughts; first in rank and station and power is the God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Wesleyan