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Hope Series

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Dec 7, 2007

The first in a series of Advent sermons. The hope we find in Christ

Years ago, there was a very wealthy man • Who, along with his devoted son, shared a passion for art collecting. • Together they traveled around the world, adding only the finest art treasures to their collection. • Priceless works by Picasso, Van Gogh, Monet and many others adorned the walls of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Christian Church

A Child Is Born - A Son Is Given Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Dec 8, 2008

Introductory sermon in a series of four on Isaiah 9:6-7. Emphasizes the crucial truths of Christ’s humanity and his deity.

A CHILD IS BORN——A SON IS GIVEN (Isaiah 9:6-7 ESV) This graffiti dialog was found on a university wall: “And Jesus said unto them: ‘Who do you say I am?’ And they replied, ‘You are the eschatological manifestation of the ground of our being, the kerygma in which we find the ultimate meaning of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Waiting For Christmas

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Puts things in perspective, doesn’t it? The message is the same this Christmas. Because of the Father’s love … whoever takes the Son gets it all. Will you take Him this Christmas?

Illustration: Kids have a hard time waiting for Christmas. Here are some actual letters that were written to Santa: Dear Santa Claus, When you come to my house there will be cookies for you. But if you are real hungry you can use our phone and order a pizza to go. Dear Santa, I want a Puppy. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Covetousness Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jan 30, 2010

The obvious sins of our hands we abhor, yet allow the obscure sins of our hearts. It is the obscure (hidden…internal sins of the heart) that I want to deal with the next several weeks. Most of us will not be overtaken by the deeds of our flesh, but

SINS THE SAINTS HAVE SANITIZED (COVETOUSNESS) Sins The Saints Have Sanitized - you may not know what the word 'sanitized' means, but if you were to look up any reliable dictionary you would find a definition something like the following: to make more acceptable by the removing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of Contentment

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 20, 2009

The secret of contentment isn’t found in something, but in someone. This message reveals what is involved.

THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT Text: Phil.4: 10-13 Intro: Contentment is a very illusive condition for most people in society today. More often than not, the world tends to believe that contentment is something that comes from outside themselves—something that usually seems to be just beyond their ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Broken Heart Of God Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Feb 19, 2006

A sermon that exposes how God’s broken heart empathises with our broken heart - again depends heavily on illustrations from Floyd McClungs book The Father heart of God although don’t blame him for any mediocrity - it’s mine.

Father heart of God sermon 4 The broken heart of God. The Broken Heart of God. Reflections on human brokeness. Floyd McClung – Aircraft ride. GE 6:5 The LORD saw how great man’s wickedness on the earth had become, and that every inclination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thy Will Be Done On Earth As It Is In Heaven: A Biblical Explanation Of Hop

Contributed by Ken Pell on May 16, 2011

Christians hope is not bound TO this world but makes all the difference for life IN this world.

THY WILL BE DONE ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN: A BIBLICAL EXPLANATION OF HOPE {PART 1} REVELATION 14:13 Sermon Objective: Christians hope is not bound TO this world but makes all the difference for life IN this world. INTRO Then I heard a voice from heaven say, “Write: Blessed are the dead ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:13

Denomination: Nazarene

Christ's Compassion On The Cross Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 8, 2012

Why would Jesus deliberately go the cross to die? And why would He say "Father Forgive Them"?

OPEN: Ever since the 1950s, the men of the Philippines have had unusual tradition around Easter. It has grown to the point where from 50,000 to 75,000 people attend every year. McDonalds sets up a temporary store to sell burgers, fries and ice cream to those exhausted by the tropical heat. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Man Of Sorows Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 16, 2015

Jesus was born so that he could suffer and die for our sins.

MAN OF SORROWS - LOVE A wealthy man and his son loved to collect rare works of art. They had an extensive collection including many works from famous painters. They would often sit together and admire the great works of art. The son went off to war and one day the father received a letter saying ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How To Know That You Know

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 30, 2015

A sermon to help folks have assurance of salvation.

"How to Know that You Know" 1 John 5:13 1 John 5:13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. Introduction: While studying for this message I ran on to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Gifts

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 27, 2017

Tomorrow's the big day! We'll be diving into the mountain of presents and experiencing our moments of glee. The idea of giving gifts on Christmas originated with the wise men presenting gifts to Jesus. Today we'll look at what those gifts represented.

CHRISTMAS GIFTS Tomorrow's the big day! We'll be diving into the mountain of presents and ripping and tearing and experiencing our moments of glee. The idea of giving gifts on Christmas originated with the wise men presenting gifts to Jesus. Today we'll look at what those gifts were and what they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Portrait Of The Blood - Communion - Lord's Supper

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 14, 2005

A "stand alone" message but also good for communion. See also "A Portrait of The Bread". Link included to both sermons in Formatted Text, w/ Handouts and Powerpoint Presentations and Templates.

A Portrait of The Blood Leviticus 17:11 [Hundreds of free sermons and Powerpoints at website...link at bottom!] Without blood there cannot be life in the physical body. That is just as true in the Bible. Blood flows through the Bible just as it does through our veins. The blood of Christ keeps ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 17:11, 1 Peter 1:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Dream Of Pilate’s Wife

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 9, 2022

Pilate had to face the decision of what to do with Jesus. With sins dragging on him and forces of evil crying for Christ's blood, Pilate stood in the balance. Just then, his wife had a dream from God to warn him. We all are warned not to decide this wrongly.

THE DREAM OF PILATE’S WIFE Matt. 27:11-26 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE AGGIE’S LAST REQUEST 1. Back in the Old West three Texas cowboys were about to be hung for cattle rustling. The lynch mob brought the three men to a tree that hung over the Rio Grande River. 2. The idea was that after each ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Value Of The Soul

Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Aug 5, 2001

A salvation message based on the parable of the rich fool.

The Value of the Soul Luke 12:16-21 Introduction: Illustration – Recently, a 20-year-old University of Washington student named Adam Burtle posted an unusual item on the Internet auction site eBay. The bidding began at 5 cents on this particular article and eventually reached $400 by the end of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Your Face In The Crowd

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Mar 25, 2002

A Good Friday message. Read the whole message, very evanglestic with a word picture that holds their attention ( a photo album at the cross)

(Matthew 27:32-56) (Crucifixion, Good Friday, Salvation ) (Deductive) The Cross. It rests on the time line of history like a compelling diamond. It’s tragedy summons all suffers. It’s Absurdity attracts all critics. It’s hope lures all searchers. My what a piece of wood! History has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-56, Matthew 27:26-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ