Sermons on Thanks Living:

Faith Or Fear - 2nd Before Lent Year C

Contributed by Jim Pye on Feb 14, 2001

2nd Before lent Year C : Jesus is Lord of all and deserves our wholehearted commitment

22 One day Jesus said to his disciples, "Let’s go over to the other side of the lake." So they got into a boat and set out. 23 As they sailed, he fell asleep. A squall came down on the lake, so that the boat was being swamped, and they were in great danger. 24 The disciples went and woke him, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Why? Or How? Series

Contributed by Damien Spikereit on Mar 2, 2001

God can use every situation for his good.

- On December 29th, 2000 during the middle of the afternoon 34 year (anonymous name), a father, husband, son, friend took his own life. Many of you knew him, and loved him. And even if you didn’t know him, the question is still on your mind about such an unfortunate incident... why? I remember ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:7-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Parades

Contributed by Mark Winter on Mar 14, 2001

The parade that wound into Jerusalem on that long ago Sunday was exciting -- but it can’t hold a candle to the parade that took place on Friday.

The parade route begins near the twin towns of Bethpage and Bethany, less than two miles from Jerusalem and winds into the Holy City. The Grand Marshal is an unlikely hero – a rustic from a blue-collar town up north, the son of a woodworker. In keeping with his “common man” image, he decides to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15, Mark 11:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Church Of The Turning Stomach Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 26, 2001

What makes our Lord feel ill?

THE CHURCH OF THE TURNING STOMACH HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSON: story about an Emporer dupped into believing that he was clothed in splendor. He strutted down the streets with an arrogant attitude while those who knew better saw him as just naked. THIS MORNING:  Church in a the wealthiest of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

The Ecstasy And The Agony

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Mar 30, 2001

The "ecstasy" surrounding the Triumphal Entry and the "agony" of Christ¡¦s realization that the masses rejected Him as their King.

The Ecstasy and the Agony Luke 19:37-44 37 When he came near the place where the road goes down the Mount of Olives, the whole crowd of disciples began joyfully to praise God in loud voices for all the miracles they had seen: 38 "Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord!" "Peace in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:37-44

Denomination: Wesleyan

Answer Me, God!

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction 1.

Introduction 1. Does God answer prayer? As good Christians, we would expect each person here to say, "Of course He does." After all, He promises to answer prayer in His Word and God keeps His Word. Yes, God does answer prayer. 2.And yet I ask you again, "Does God answer prayer!" And I ask you to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What's Wrong With God? Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE REALITY OF MY TROUBLES CAN NEVER CONTRADICT THE GREATNESS OF GOD

BIG IDEA: THE REALITY OF MY TROUBLES CAN NEVER CONTRADICT THE GREATNESS OF GOD (Hymn: “How Great Thou Art”) INTRODUCTION: Do you ever find yourselves asking the question: WHAT’S WRONG WITH GOD? Certainly the Christians of the first century who were suffering persecution must have been tempted to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fallen Is Babylon

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Today we learn about the fall of Babylon.

1. Today we learn about the fall of Babylon. Before we do lets review a few points from the last couple of weeks. In chapter 17 we saw that the woman was both a harlot and a city. She was the apostate church which had forsaken her true husband, Jesus. And just as the true church ultimately reveals ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Victory

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Last week we saw the destruction of Babylon, which marked the end of the history of this world in its present form.

1. Last week we saw the destruction of Babylon, which marked the end of the history of this world in its present form. Babylon was destroyed forever. 2. Today we again see the destruction of Babylon, but from the perspective of heaven. Rather than a scene of lamenting we see a scene of joy. 3. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Looking Unto Jesus, The Great Missionary

Contributed by H Collingridge on Oct 18, 2000

I. THE VISION OF THE MULTITUDES 1.

I. THE VISION OF THE MULTITUDES 1. In heaven He saw the great size of humanity. v. 37. the harvest is great. 5.5 billion people. He also saw the great value of the multitude. 2. He saw the condition of the multitude. He compared the necessity of the crowds with the comfort he had. cf. Phil. 2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36

3 Appearings Of Christ

Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 22, 2000

This message teaches us of the 3 appearings of Jesus Christ: As Prophet; as Priest; and as King.

“The Three Appearings of Christ” Hebrews 9:24-28 By Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read – Hebrews 9:24-28 B. In the Jewish economy, there were 3 offices that were vital to the Jews: Prophet; Priest; King C. Throughout Jewish history, we can see that God instituted the offices of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

But I Say Unto You . . .

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 22, 2000

Jesus fulfilled the law.

Restored! John 9:1-7 There are a few things I am good at, but many things I'm bad at. Still other things I'm absolutely terrible at. Among them, I am a terrible patient. Other than a couple of childhood illnesses, I hadn't been sick a day in my life until a doctor diagnosed me with thyroid ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-48

Denomination: Baptist

Restored

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 22, 2000

Jesus touches the untouchables.

Restored! John 9:1-7 There are a few things I am good at, but many things I'm bad at. Still other things I'm absolutely terrible at. Among them, I am a terrible patient. Other than a couple of childhood illnesses, I hadn't been sick a day in my life until a doctor diagnosed me with thyroid ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Life Walks In

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 6, 2000

Jairus’ daughter

This account from the synoptics of the raising of the twelve year old daughter of Jairus, teaches us lessons on the compassion, the wisdom and the power of our Lord. Among commentators there are differing opinions concerning the actual physical state of the girl previous to her visit from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-34, Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Orthodox

The Practice Of Scripture Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 6, 2000

How to appy the word of God in your life

The Practice of Scripture Victory Temple A/G PO Box 911 Waco, Tx 76703 Pastor Danny Williams James 1:19-25 Tonight we are going to look at the third test James puts to the believer. The first was his response to trials (1:2-12) The second was his response to temptation (1:13-18) The third is his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational