Sermons on Terrorists:

The Power Of Hatred Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 29, 2005

Love and hate run deeply in our hearts, even co-existing. But unrestrained hatred can bring suffering to both those hated and the one hating.

The Power of Hatred (Esther 2:21-4:3) 1. I love preaching and teaching through the Book of Esther. 2. If you were not here last week, you missed a lot. 3. Let me review: Esther takes place between Ezra 6 and 7; during the era of the Medo-Persian Empire; nowadays, we would call it the Iranian ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Disciplined Freedom

Contributed by Edwin Amundson on Jul 30, 2002

Learning to be disciplined in the freedoms given to the Christian through the death, burial and ressurection of Jesus.

Free to Live a New Life Romans 6:1-14 Joke---A man left work one Friday afternoon. But instead of going home, he stayed out the entire weekend fishing with the boys and spending his entire paycheck. When he finally appeared at home Sunday night, he was confronted by his very angry wife and was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Honor And Glory To Our Patient King!

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Oct 1, 2001

We are moved to honor and glorify our King because of his incredible patience - both directly in the life of the Apostle Paul and as his pattern for our lives as well.

Osama bin Laden. That may be the most reviled name in America today. That name arouses anger and incites rage in many American hearts. For many Americans that name represents the physical manifestation of evil. I’m guessing that the thoughts of many Americans concerning Osama and his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Baby, You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet

Contributed by Duran Johnson on Feb 6, 2003

"Watch Night" Service, December 31, 2002. To encourage believers to expect the best in the future.

"No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love Him, but God has revealed it to us by His Spirit." (1 Corinthians 2:9-10) Introduction 2002 has been an incredible year. That’s why it makes good sense for us to pause and reflect on the things we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

"Drop Your Anchors"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 30, 2002

Only in God are we safe and secure.

Psalm 46:1-11 Matthew 7:21-29 “Drop Your Anchors” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA We speak naively about the the earth being a terra firma--which means that it is solid ground. But it isn’t. Geologists have discovered that the continents ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29, Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Pushing Past The Pain

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Jan 14, 2007

This sermon deals with pushing past the pain caused by tragic events, such as the death of a loved one.

Opening story: A little boy was seen digging in his yard by a neighbor. The neighbor approached and inquired what the young man was doing. “I’m burying my goldfish and having a funeral for it”. ‘O, I’m sorry,’ said the neighbor who continued: “That’s an awfully big hole for a goldfish, isn’t it?’ ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:11-24, 2 Samuel 12:11-12

Denomination: United Methodist

An Extreme Makeover Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 3, 2007

The sermon hightlights the conversion of Saul who was gloriously and miraculously changed by the power of God.

Subject: “An Extreme Makeover” A Week in the Life of Saul Text: Acts 19:1-19 Introduction: Have you ever watch the show called Extreme Makeover? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live through one of those before and after situations? The show normally begins with someone who is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

The Powerful Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 4, 2009

There is no name like the name of Jesus. This message shows the power of the name of Jesus in the early church and reminds us that that power has not faded. Jesus still heals, He still saves and He is still on HIs throne. 5 main points in the message.

“The Powerful Name of Jesus” Acts 4:13-31 These men who stood here and witnessed the courage of Peter and John were now in a huge dilemma. No matter which way they turned they were trapped. They couldn’t deny the miracle that this lame man had been healed because he was standing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

Martin Luther And The Three Solas

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 6, 2007

Martin Luther and the Three Solas 1) Sola Scriptura; 2) Sola Gratia; 3) Sola Fide Not just the foundation of the Reformation but the foundation of our salvation.

Everyone has heard the story about Goldilocks and the three bears but have you heard of Martin Luther and the three solas: sola scriptura, sola gratia, and sola fide? These three Latin phrases are not just the foundation of the Reformation; they are the foundation of your salvation. Martin Luther ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Veterans Of Spiritual Wars Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 5, 2015

Playing on the theme of Veterans Day next week, we will use the idea that we are spiritual warriors and will be "Veterans of Spiritual Wars" as our predecessors in the faith.

1. I come from a long line of US Veterans and Patriots -- War of Independence; War Between the States; WWII; Korea -- people who cared about the great experiment called, "America" -- My Grandmother was named America 2. Origin of Veterans Day On May 13, 1938 the 11th of November of each year became ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ As Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 19, 2015

Jesus made it clear that true disciples forsake all to follow him.

Putting on a uniform does not make you a soldier. Qualifications are made clear for soldiers. Kevin Ammerman of Indiana was determined to join the military, but at 351 pounds he was turned down from each branch because he was ‘too big.’ He lost 160 pounds, met the requirements ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Facts Concerning The Holy Spirit 1 Of 5 Series Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Jan 3, 2014

Who is the Holy Spirit?

Tap Inn to The Holy Spirit Gerald Van Horn Series 1 of 5 on the Holy Spirit Introduction: I recently read an article dated March 12, 2012 in the Jerusalem Post that was titled, “Terror attack in Itamar: 5 family members murdered.” I remembered the feeling and the emotion that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Whatcha Smilin’ About?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 12, 2014

Jesus teaches us that the best thing we have to smile about is our God-given faith in him.

Have you ever met someone who always seems to be smiling? They’ll be standing at the end of a long SuperStore checkout line and smile while everyone else looks slightly flustered. Or they’ll smile while eating an overdone steak while everyone else is grimacing as they chew. They will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Micah - God's Lawyer Series

Contributed by Paul Basehore on Nov 11, 2014

When you sin, don’t wallow in self-pity and make these absurd promises to God that you know you can’t keep. Just be honest with God -- admit that you've sinned -- and go back to following Him. That’s all he wants.

Micah - God’s Lawyer William Jefferson was a congressman from the state of Louisiana for almost 20 years. His current location? Oakdale II Federal Correctional Institute in Beaumont, Texas, where he’ll stay until August 30, 2023. What did he do? In 2002 he used the resources of an ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8, Micah 2:8-9, Micah 3:1-5, Micah 7:2-3, Micah 7:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

“everything Done Right”

Contributed by George Yates on Apr 10, 2012

Jesus did everything just as the Father wanted including His own baptism. He now enables us by His Spirit to live more and more as the Father desires.

I. A small country church was having a "baptizing" in a river on a cold January day. A. A revival meeting had just concluded. 1. The preacher asked one baptismal candidate, "Is the water cold?" 2. "Naw!" he replied. a. One of the deacons shouted: "Dip him ag'in preacher, he's still lyin'!" ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed