Sermons on Sweet Smelling:

The Legend Of J (The Candy Cane) Series

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Oct 26, 2002

As we approach the Christmas Season, merchants are displaying the candy cane. But do you realize that it is being displayed in the wrong position? This sermon reveals the true meaning behind the legendary candy cane!

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks The Ministry of S.A.R.A.H. Lyons, GA. SCRIPTURE READING: Ephesians 5:2, 19-20 As we quickly approach the date of December 25th there are still many Christians who are debating whether that was truly the date of His birth! Since 353 AD the Feast of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:2, Ephesians 5:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Scents

Contributed by Aaron Johnson on Jul 26, 2008

The importance of a Christian’s "fragrance" (according to Paul).

CHRISTIAN SCENTS…. 7/13/2008 (Intercession City Community Wesleyan) 2 COR. 2:14-16 2 Corinthians is Paul’s defense of his actions and apostleship. It seems that since his first letter to the Corinthians, what has happened, is that false teachers had come into town and were discrediting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unity

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Nov 13, 2003

God places the highest value on unity. There is complete unity in the Godhead. When the people of God come together in unity behind a common vision or goal it is a beautiful and powerful thing. My hope and deepest prayer is that we can become a church

This sermon was preached by Scotty L Killingsworth to the Evergreen Congregation on Sunday morning November 11, 2003. Vision Sermon on Unity Text for the sermon: Psalm 133 How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity! 2 It is like precious oil poured on the head, running ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3, Psalm 133:1

Denomination: Baptist

I Have A Message For You

Contributed by John Teem Jr. on Feb 14, 2013

The Gospel Message, Short Sweet and to the Point.

I HAVE A MESSAGE FOR YOU TODAY This message comes from a man known as Christ Jesus. Do you know this man? He knows you! He is the Son of God. And you are His creation. And He has a message for you today. Many, many years ago God sent His Son to Earth to save sinners from the penalty of our sins ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18

Denomination: *other

The Joy Of Giving To God Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 13, 2010

This sermon looks at the Joy of being a cheerful giver. 1. Giving is an ENCOURAGEMENT 2. Giving is an INVESTMENT 3. Giving is a SACRIFICE

The Joy of Giving to God We have come to the end of our series on “How to Really Enjoy Life”. Today I want us to discover – how to Experience the Joy of a Giving God. The book of Philippians was written for two reasons. First of all it was written as a letter of Paul’s expression of joy. The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:15-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Changes Things

Contributed by Larry Horn on Nov 3, 2001

This sermon helps us understand that if we live for God, Prayer is an effective way to overcome.

God is Still on the Throne and Prayer Changes Things  In today’s modern world sometimes it is hard for us to realize the power of prayer.  Man has accomplished so much that often we look for solutions to life’s problems in the natural world before even seeking God.  I am ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-6, 2 Kings 20:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word Of The Cross

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 26, 2002

There is soul saving power in the message of the cross.

THE WORD OF THE CROSS I Cor. 1:17-18 INTRO. "preaching" = word (logos) See John 1:1; explain - What is the significance of a word? Words without proper definitions are just so much useless babble. It is not the word itself that carries power, but rather the meaning of that word. God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Praise: Raising Stones Of Remembrance Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 3, 2011

The preists always led the children of Israel in praise of the living Lord. In chapter 4 they lead in praise to His glory. We are called and challenged to set up memorial stones so that children, and others will ask what does this mean in your life.

Intro: It was always the priests who led in Praise to the living God of Israel. In chapter 3 the priests were the first to step foot into the turbulent waters of Jordan. What do the waters of the Jordan represent to the followers of Joshua or Jesus? It is apparent as God commands Joshua and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering Christ In Leviticus

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 25, 2013

What Is Holiness • To be holy is to be pure • To be separated • Connected with wholeness or being complete • To Be Like Christ

Journey to Leviticus - Genesis is about our Ruin - Exodus is about the journey of bondage to worship - Leviticus - How do you get close to God? James 4:8 (AV) 8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. Message of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Peeling Off The Grime

Contributed by Matthew Blau on Mar 12, 2014

Being born again is like taking a shower after a hard days work

Peeling Off the Grime A side effect of hard physical labor is that we get dirty. Working out leave us sweaty and less than sweet smells. And after awhile, we start to feel as if we can take a putty knife and peel off the grime. I know I am really looking forward to summer. But summers here in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Three Keys To Victory

Contributed by Brett Wilson on Nov 6, 2002

Elijah was a great man of God and in this sermon we look at three keys to Elijah’s success.

Three Keys to Victory Introduction: Victory: -Hebrew: deliverance, salvation,victory -Greek: to overcome, to conquer, triumph A. Exodus 14:14 “The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.” -The Israelites were in bondage to Pharaoh in Egypt, and God sent Moses ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Aroma Of Christ Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 15, 2001

The Gospel is an "aroma" of life for some and death for others

INTRODUCTION Heroes, in Paul’s day, were usually great generals, leaders of mighty armies, and conquerors of nations. Really it is the same today. That is why we know whom Julius Caesar or Alexander the Great is. These men whose fame and fortune came from desolated cities and enslaved ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Dreaded Sap Sucker

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 16, 2005

Do you feel like the life or energy of the spirit is being drained out of you? like your always on reserve, running off the bottom of the tank? You may be the victim of the dreaded sap sucker.

“THE TREES OF THE LORD ARE FULL OF SAP” Ps 104:16 The trees of the LORD are full of sap; the cedars of Lebanon, which he hath planted; Ps 1:3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:16, Psalm 104:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Psalmody

Contributed by Tony Grant on May 28, 2002

God’s people sing psalms and hymns of praise.

Psalmody Ps. 145:1-11 05/05/02 by Tony Grant Some History of Psalmody Psalmody is the singing of the biblical psalms in the worship service. Hymnody is the singing of extrabiblical, poetic, and musical compositions in worship. The singing of the psalms is a three thousand-year-old tradition going ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Secret Of Joyful Giving Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 5, 2004

Most of us when we think about joy in connection with money, think about the joy that it will bring when we get it, but the greatest joy of money is when we give it away for a greater purpose.

Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 13 “The Secret of Joyful Giving” Philippians 4:10, 14-19 Today we are going to finish a series that we have been calling “Restoring the Joy.” This ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-19, Philippians 4:14

Denomination: Baptist