Sermons on The Big Picture:

How Love Looks Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 27, 2020

This is the 32nd sermon from a series on the Gospel of John. In this sermon we look at how Jesus delayed his coming to Mary and Martha after Lazarus' death, and why He did that. As well as why it's so important to know Jesus, rather than just know about Him.

How Love Looks (Part 32) Text: John 11:1-16 Well it’s good to see you all this morning. Last Sunday, we had originally intended to go out to Arkansas to celebrate my dad’s birthday. And we did get to spend time with him on his birthday, but not at his house… in the hospital. I think most of you ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Please Use The Servant Entrance

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 23, 2020

We naturally want to be in control of our lives and focus on taking care of ourselves first. But Jesus set the example of being a servant.

If you were to ask me what my favorite TV show is right now, I think I would have to answer “West Wing.” I’m really enjoying the opportunity to see something of the inner workings of the white house and how policies come together. Today’s text, the story of the birth of Jesus, leaves me thinking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Philippians 2:7, Matthew 20:26, Matthew 23:11

Our King Jesus’ Last Supper Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 9, 2018

Jesus deliberately organises the last supper so there won’t be interruptions. Jesus uses the bread and wine to point to a future relationship; He uses an argument to teach humble servant hood; and He gives encouragement so our faith may not fail.

Message Luke 22:7-38 Our King Jesus’ Last Supper If you knew that your meal tonight was going to be your last meal, what would you do? What setting would you choose? Who would you invite? What would you eat? I suspect a lot of us would choose a really lovely setting, perhaps over-looking the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-38

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming A Fool

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 12, 2018

Building on the Right Foundation, Being God's Temple, Our Work for the Kingdom

PAUL: A FOOL FOR CHRIST - Becoming a Fool April 15, 2018 1 Corinthians 3:18 (p. 794) Introduction: There was a time, right before I left Louisville to come to Lexington I was meeting with a young man named Nick at Starbucks every week…He was dating my best friend’s daughter ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Saint Who? Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 16, 2021

Working through the book of Philippians using consecutive expository preaching.

Series: Philippians Sermon: “Saint Who?” Philippians 1:1-2 Pastor John Bright Philippians 1 “1 Paul and Timothy, bondservants of Jesus Christ, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, with the bishops and deacons: 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2, Acts 16:6-10, Ephesians 4:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Christ Is The Vine

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 24, 2006

This sermon is about living vitally connected to Christ, the True Vine who produces awesome fruit in our lives.

We live in a world of concrete and metal, cars and skyscrapers. Our food comes from grocery stores, markets and McDonald’s. Jesus lived in a world of deserts and gardens, rocky clefts and fertile fields. The food that Jesus and his friends ate were the grains they saw growing in nearby fields and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Under The Influence Ii

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 20, 2008

Our minds are either under the influence of our sinful nature or the Holy Spirit.

Title: Being Under the Influence II Text: Romans 8:1-11 The Big Idea: There are two ways to be controlled: Our minds are either under the influence of our own sinful nature or the Holy Spirit. Introduction “Lobbyists, according to various definitions, contact, inform, communicate, try to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remedy Part 7: The Remedy For Brokenness Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Jun 2, 2009

Final sermon of the Remedy series through Romans. Broken. Many of us are. We carry the burden of pain and regret of yesterday with us wherever we go. We’re broken. Can’t anybody fix us? God can. And He does it through the Church.

REMEDY The Remedy for Brokenness “Our life is full of brokenness - broken relationships, broken promises, broken expectations. How can we live with that brokenness without becoming bitter and resentful except by returning again and again to God’s faithful presence in our lives?” -Henri ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Apr 1, 2007

When we hear this passage, we usually picture ourselves as the son who transgressed our loving Father through our sinful lives. Whatever our own particular sins may be, we relate to, we long for, we even expect, a loving God who’ll throw his arms out wide

Additional Text: 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) (The Slave – Captured) A 16-year-old boy was captured by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Living Lyrics Of The Lowly Life

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 21, 2002

One of the great surprises of Christmas is God’s propensity toward working thru the lowly.

- - - - - - - - - - Unless noted otherwise all scripture is quoted from the New Living Translation of the Bible. - - - - - - - - - - "Oh, how I praise the Lord. How I rejoice in God my Savior! For he took notice of his lowly servant girl, and now generation after generation will call me blessed.” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: *other

I See Dead Men Walking Series

Contributed by Tony Clarke on Jan 6, 2002

Part 1 of a five part series that will be preached. Series is aimed to encourage increased committment to a life mission.

Text: Eph. 2:2-10 Theme: I See Dead Men Walking Ephes. 2:1-10 And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; [2] Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Kingdom Growth, Jesus Style Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 31, 2001

Let’s look at the master’s plan of Kingdom Growth

INTRODUCTION  I want to ask you an important question this morning. Raise your hand if you would like to see the Auburn Christian Church reach the lost people of our community.  Reaching the community for Christ is the reason that we exist as a church. It should be the goal of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seven Habits The Church Needs

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 25, 2005

Steve Covey wrote a book about the habits of Successful people. The Church needs to have these type of habits. What attracts people to churches, it is habits of people that they find attractive.

Seven Habits Churches Need Romans 15:1 ff RO 15:1 We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves. 2 Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. 3 For even Christ did not please himself but, as it is written: "The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Are You God? When The Wicked Prosper And You’re People Suffer? Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 17, 2013

How should the Christian compare his life to others around us? Where is God when it feels like we are on the losing side?

Psalm 37: 1-9 1 Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; 2 for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. 3 Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. 4 Take delight in the LORD, and he will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Avoiding Imposters Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Aug 20, 2007

How can we spot a religious impostor? What does God think of shallow religion?

Avoiding Imposters II Timothy 3:5-9 Purpose: To describe what false teachers look like. Aim: I want the listener to be alert to false teaching and turn away from it. INTRODUCTION: Sunflowers are fascinating. These large flowers actually follow the sun from sunrise to sunset. I remember seeing a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:5-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible