Sermons on The Big Picture:

Bored Of The Gospel

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010

People talk about being “relevant,” even in the church. Being relevant is not bad; in truth, being relevant is most important. But what do we mean by “relevant”? That’s the big question.

Intro People talk about being “relevant,” even in the church. Being relevant is not bad; in truth, being relevant is most important. But what do we mean by “relevant”? That’s the big question. To some, being relevant in the church means that worship is exciting, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Lutheran

The Dedication Of Temple And Ourselves Before The Lord!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 30, 2008

This outline can be used for the dedication of a building or people. It brings out how important the church is in our lives. In a big world, the small church has remained intimate. In a fast world, the small church has been steady. In an expensive world,

THE DEDICATION OF TEMPLE AND OURSELVES! John 10:22 And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication, and it was winter. 23 And Jesus walked in the temple in Solomon’s porch. 24 Then came the Jews round about him, and said unto him, How long dost thou make us to doubt? If thou be the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Overcoming The Problem Of Loneliness Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jun 13, 2013

Loneliness is the #1 emotional problem facing Americans today. You will find lonely people in church, in restaurants, in movie theaters, and in big crowds. In our text, Jesus shares three great truths that will help us to conquer and overcome loneliness.

Overcoming The Problem Of Loneliness www.crbible.com/sermons Loneliness – a common fact 1. Loneliness is the #1 emotional problem facing Americans today. One person said, “It is the most devastating malady of our age.” It attacks teens, married people, singles, middle-aged, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:15-17

Denomination: Bible Church

God Chose You

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jul 29, 2019

Some of us might have trouble believing that the big, eternal God would ever even notice little old me. But Paul, right from the start of his letter to the Ephesians, emphasized that God had chosen them to be his.

This is our third Sunday now focusing on the book of Ephesians. At last we're getting around to starting at the beginning. We have already peaked at parts of chapter 2 and chapter 3 because of special themes for Epiphany and Human Relations Sunday. But now we get back to a more orderly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Jesus, Our Atoning Sacrifice

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 10, 2018

This message asks: "What's the big deal about sin? Why does God care about what comes naturally to us?" And this message looks at the hope and joy we have because we trust that Jesus is our atoning sacrifice.

June 10/18 Sermon - 1 John 2:1-2 Today is the third in a series where we are looking at the book of first John. Pastor Bill Ryan did an excellent introduction to the book 2 weeks ago, and Pastor Arleen spoke on the balance of chapter 1 last week. If you missed those messages, and you want to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Facing The Giants

Contributed by Isaac Magsino on Apr 30, 2020

Intro: Everyone knows what it’s like to be afraid. Our fears can be paralyzing…. It is one of the weapons used by Satan for us to not continue in our Christian life. It is like a big GIANTS in our lives that hinder us to continue.

FACING THE GIANTS Verse: Selected Intro: Everyone knows what it’s like to be afraid. We all have things that we’re afraid of. A fear I think we have all had at one time or another. There are hidden fears that motivate us too. Fear of failure causes many people to never start, or try anything ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, 1 Samuel 17:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don’t Underestimate God

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Apr 20, 2018

Who’s your prayer partner? Nothing is to big for God’s Suddenly Moments!! Each and Every time you and I praise God it is giving God an opportunity to get us ready for the miracle we are seeking Him for!

Eph. 5:18-20 MSG. 16-18. Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live. What you dwell on is what you will draw into your life, everyday everyone of us, make a choice of whether or not we will ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7-8, Ephesians 5:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Horns And Craftsman

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Mar 2, 2020

Big idea: horns in the bible represent animals that gore, attack and destroy. In this message we will see God's countermeasures to that which the enemy has torn and destroyed. God has craftsman that can undo the enemies works of darkness.

Horns and Craftsman PPT 1 Message Title Big idea: horns in the bible represent animals that gore, attack and destroy. In this message we will see God's countermeasures to that which the enemy has torn and destroyed. God has craftsman that can undo the enemies works of darkness. PPT 2 text Zec ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:18-20, Revelation 12:3, Exodus 31:2-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Noah's Ark - For Adults

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Jun 28, 2012

Children enjoy hearing about the animals and the big boat and the rainbow and how God rescued Noah and his family, but really, the story of Noah is a sobering account of divine judgement upon all of humankind, followed by a beautiful expression of God's g

Noah’s Ark - for Adults Scripture: Genesis 6:1-9:17 Introduction: This week, about Tuesday, I asked Ron what I should preach on today and he said, “Noah, Building the Ark.” So, I thought about that, and then in the evening I read the story of Noah. Noah and the Ark is ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Martha - The Hostess

Contributed by Claude Alexander on May 14, 2022

Martha is well-to-do and highly respected within her community. She lives in a big house . She lived with her sister Mary and her brother Lazarus. They were a Jewish family who were friends and followers of Jesus

Martha - the hostess Luke 10:38-42, John 11:1-44 Martha has received quite a lot of criticism over the years, for every woman is told not to be like Martha, and consequently they heave upon themselves the burden of guilt and condemnation when they are. Do you look down on yourself because God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, John 11:1-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Land Flowing With Milk And Honey

Contributed by Samuel M on Dec 18, 2024

Israel was a land a flowing milk and honey not because it had big rivers or good physical conditions (as Egypt had), but because it was nourished and watered by dew and rivers of heaven. It was watered by the rain of heaven, whose chief agriculturist is God Himself.

I have said I will bring you up out of the affliction of Egypt to the land of the Canaanites and the Hittites and the Amorites and the Perizzites and the Hivites and the Jebusites, to a land flowing with milk and honey. Exodus 3:17 Israel was a land a flowing milk and honey not because it had big ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:17

Hosting God

Contributed by Samuel M on Sep 26, 2024

On the outside, Abraham's tent was a small tent, but his heart inside was a big enough resting place to host the God of the universe. Abraham's heart hosted God, whom the entire universe itself is not sufficient to host.

Then the Lord appeared to him by the terebinth trees of Mamre, as he was sitting in the tent door in the heat of the day. Genesis 18:1 On the outside, Abraham's tent was a small tent, but his heart inside was a big enough resting place to host the God of the universe. Abraham's heart ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1

Sermon # 20 - A Repentant Heart Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Oct 25, 2024

Jonah was brought to the depths and after being battered in the belly of a big fish, Jonah repented and turned back to God. Rebellion is detrimental to us and only those who repent and get back to God can fulfill His purposes for their lives.

For this study and meditation we will read, Jonah 1:17, “When Jonah fell into the sea, the LORD chose a very big fish to swallow Jonah. He was in the stomach of the fish for three days and three nights.” (ERV) When Jonah disobeyed God, and voyaged in the opposite direction to the place God bid him ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:17, Jonah 2:1, Psalm 119:144, Judges 16:21, Judges 16:27, Luke 15:15-17, Luke 15:13, Proverbs 20:20-21, Judges 16:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Getting Back To The Basics

Contributed by Don Jaques on Apr 27, 2006

Every member of CTK Church needs to worship daily, minister in a small group, and reach out to others with the love, acceptance, and forgiveness of Jesus.

OBJECTIVES: 1. Listeners will be inspired to center their lives on the 3 priorities of CTK church. 2. Listeners will evaluate their commitment to the priorities of CTK church. INTRO: Just Tuesday night I received a call from a telemarketer asking if I wanted to give a donation to an ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can You Hear Me Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 27, 2010

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Conversations With God". When God doesn't seem to care, what do you do?

Family Worship April 18, 2010 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Conversations With God [#1] CAN YOU HEAR ME? Habakkuk 1:1-4 Introduction: The other day at the pool, I met the younger sister of a new swimmer on the High School team. She said that she had driven by the house and saw ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist