Sermons on The Cults:

Suffering Patiently Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Oct 14, 2007

The message deals with patience in the face of suffering and how belieders react and act.

"Suffering Patiently" James 5:7-11 Introduction We are looking at a passage today that has two words I personally would prefer to avoid. One word is suffering and the other is patience. These are not my favorite topics but they are very real to life. All of us will suffer to a degree or ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Glimpse Of The Glorified Christ Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 19, 2007

There are many descriptions of Christ in the OT and the NT, but none like this in his glorified, unveiled presence. Christ the HUMAN One, the HIGH Priest, and the HOLY. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

A Glimpse of the Glorified Christ Revelation 1:4-20 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GlimpseGlorifiedChrist.html Revelation = Unveiling There are many descriptions of Christ in the OT and the NT, but none like this one today. It’s the only time we see Him in His glorified, unveiled presence. We ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-20

Denomination: Baptist

Ghost Town Series

Contributed by David Heflin on Jun 19, 2007

In this sermon and text we look to the past, present, and future to interpret the meaning of the confrontation between Artemis of the Ephesians and the Gospel.

Ghost Town Acts 19:23-41 3/12/06 PSCOC NOTE: POWER POINT PICTURES WERE USED IN THIS SERMON WHICH GREATLY ENHANCES THE EXPERIENCE OF THE SERMON ITSELF. I USED MANY PICTURES FROM WHAT IS LEFT OF EPHESUS AND ARTEMIS’ TEMPLE TO HIGHLIGHT THE ’GHOST TOWN’ CONCEPT. I FOUND MOST OF THESE ON-LINE, BUT ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:23-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 5 - The Temptation Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 7, 2007

Looking at what happen when we make a public confession for the Lord and receive the Holy Spirit, taking our first step into ministry.

The Commission Part 6 – The Temptation of Jesus Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON PRAYER FOR HOLY SPIRIT AND UNDERSTANDING SCRIPTURE READING Matthew 4:1 – 11 “1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. 2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Bible Church

Father Dave's Sex Talk (A Sermon On The Song Of Songs)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 19, 2007

OK guys. It’s time for Father Dave’s sex talk! It comes once every three years, when the passage from the Song of Songs appears in the lectionary. ...

OK guys. It’s time for Father Dave’s sex talk! It comes once every three years, when the passage from the Song of Songs appears in the lectionary. When you were in school, you used to get this talk every year. If you were in a Christian Youth Group, you probably got this talk every week! Most of ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

"The Gamble That Paid-Off" Series

Contributed by Ken Harris on Nov 25, 2007

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that the Roman Soldiers displayed circumstantial ignorance and was forgiven.

25 November 2007 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Ord Military Chapel Seaside CA BIG IDEA: The Roman Soldiers were forgiven for executing the death sentence and gambling for Jesus’ garments. REFERENCES: Psalm 22:18-23 (NIV); Luke 23:33-43 (NIV); John 19:23-25 NIV (Power only through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Fellowship Of The Church

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 20, 2007

The fellowship of the church is critical for our growth. Fellowship is all about relationships, not activity. God is in the fellowship. It is about the meeting of needs.

The moment we come to know Christ, we are connected. • We are members of God’s household. • Verse 21: “…the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple in the Lord.” • Verse 22 “you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit.” This ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Knowing God Part 2 Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Aug 6, 2007

How can we know an invisible God by experience?

Knowing God Part II John 16:13 But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all truth. He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come. Romans 8:14 because those who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Easter Story: What It Is Not Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Apr 12, 2003

a challenge to think through the authentic easter’s message

16For we were not making up clever stories when we told you about the power of our Lord Jesus Christ and his coming again. We have seen his majestic splendor with our own eyes. 17And he received honor and glory from God the Father when God’s glorious, majestic voice called down from heaven, "This ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Ideal God Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

I would suggest that (today) modern man certainly knows how to look for, find and worship the false gods of this world without having to use a hammer or chisel.

THE IDEAL GOD Text: Exodus 20:1 thru 6 There is a Bible story (found in the book of II Kings) that illustrates for us what can happen when the people of God look for (or try to create) THE IDEAL GOD. The story is about a very young king, named Hezekiah, and how he brought the backsliden nation ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Spirit Within Us

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005

It’s important not to give way to fear, when Jesus is calling us forward.

The Spirit Within Us Cornwall June 25, 2005 There’s a story that’s told about a man who had a flat tire late at night. “A salesman, driving on a lonely country road one dark and rainy night, had a flat tire. He opened the trunk- no tire wrench. The light form a farmhouse could be seen dimly up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Pledge Allegiance To The King

Contributed by Stan Simonik on Nov 19, 2005

How to stand confident before the judgment seat of Christ. A Christ the King Sunday sermon.

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, living in Canada for couple of years brought us some interesting surprises. Discovering the beautiful mountains of Alberta, the appreciation of thermal underwear during Edmonton winters, and our kids learning “O Canada” before they knew “The Star Spangled ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Lutheran

Wedding Day Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 8, 2008

"Marriage Supper of the Lamb" - The church will not go thru the tribulation…we will be part of an evacuation! Inc. 4 things a good marriage will have. Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, PowerPoint Presentation.

Wedding Day Revelation 19:1-10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WeddingDay.html We’re still talking about the end of the world, but I can see on your faces you need a little break from all the carnage here on earth, so we’re jumping up to heaven to see what will be going on at the same time as the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

It Ain't Over 'til It's Over

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 21, 2008

Today many want to quit due to the various situations and trials facing your life. However, God has blessings for you that if you don’t quit you will see His promises for your life. Let this sermon minister to your heart to endure til the end!

Genesis 12:1-3 Covenant: A solemn promise, pledge or agreement (a vow) between two or more parties to carry out some action agreed upon or committed to. Genesis 17:5 Genesis 21:1-3 God wants your family to inherit the Abraham blessings. Blessed means “empowered to prosper” in every area of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wedding Feast

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 14, 2008

Five characters- indifferent rebel, violent rebel, hypocrite rebel, responsive guest, loyal servants. Includes children’s talk.

Children’s talk- Josh’s party  London  Josh, 13th birthday  Dad, who had a big business with lots of workers and a big house in Chelsea, threw a party  Posted invites to his friends: David, Rebecca & Paul (brother and sister), Rachel and James (sister & ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist