Sermons on The Fountain Of Living Waters:

A Christmas Promise

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Dec 21, 2008

A promise given to David centuries ago led to the birth of a baby in Bethlehem.

A CHRISTMAS PROMISE Text: 2 Kings 16:1 – 9 Introduction: • Title of sermon is “A Christmas Promise” • What does this text have to do with Christmas? • Israel was ruled by Saul for 40 years, by David for 40 years, and then by Solomon for 40 years. • Following the death of Solomon, Israel split ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 16:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

"The King Has Come"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 24, 2008

Jesus is coming again.

“The King Has Come!” December 28, 2008 “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.” Isaiah 7:14 Christmas is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Holiness

The Burden Of The Backslidder

Contributed by W. Alderman on Dec 27, 2008

This shows how sin can rob one of his song...

THE BURDEN OF THE BACKSLIDDER Psalms 137:1-4 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: This is the record of the Jews in their Babylonian captivity. While back in Jerusalem they were free, but now they are in bondage. They once enjoyed the blessings of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Immanuel - God With Us

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 28, 2008

It is God’s desire to be with man, not separated from him. From Genesis to Revelation, He sought to be with man. This is His most frequent promise in the Bible. Are you willing to be with Him?

Matt 1:22-23 Immanuel – God With Us 28 Dec 2008 1796 There are many names given to Jesus in the Bible. • Each one gives us a clearer & fuller picture of who He is and what He means to us. • His name JESUS means “God saves!” He is God’s salvation for us. • He is the Messiah, the Christ, meaning ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:22-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The First Message Of Paul Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 1, 2013

IN THIS PASSAGE WE FIND PAUL AND BARNABAS WITH THEIR FIRST OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMUNITY THEIR IN CYPRUS. PAUL AND BARNABAS ENTER THE SYNAGOGUE AND AWAIT THE RIGHT OPPORTUNITY. AFTER THE READING OF THE OLD TESTAMENT SCRIPTURES, THEY ARE ASKED IF

THE FIRST MESSAGE OF PAUL Acts 13:13-43 From Paphos, Paul and his companions sailed to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them to return to Jerusalem. 14 From Perga they went on to Pisidian Antioch. On the Sabbath they entered the synagogue and sat down. 15 After the reading from the Law and the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-43

Denomination: Baptist

Return To Sender? Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 5, 2013

At least part of this lesson is adapted from a Jerry Shirley lesson entitled, "A True Baby Dedication." This lesson reminds us of the need to dedicate/return our children to the God who has given them to us.

1. Our Baby Dedication brings to mind a practical question: Parents, have you considered returning your children to God? a. A Frustrated dad says, “I didn’t know that was possible. I thought He had a no return policy.” b. Bill Cosby’s routine in which he told his kids ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Jesus, Barabbas And Pilate" Series

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 6, 2013

A sermon about Peer Pressure and following Christ.

Mark 15:1-15 "24 Hours that Changed the World: Jesus, Barabbas, and Pilate" Have you ever thought you had something in common with birds and termites? Well, market research experts argue that we do have something in common with birds and termites. Because, without even knowing it, we're often ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus, The Good Samaritan?

Contributed by Christian Curby on Mar 17, 2013

A look at Jesus is asking us to identify with in the Parable of the Good Samaritan. The critical question is, can we be merciful without remaining connected to our own need for mercy?

Today is Palm Sunday, today we are celebrating the Triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. I am sure you guys know the story, Jesus rides a young colt into Jerusalem and the Passover crowd goes wild. They lay their coats and palm fronds onto the street to cover his path and the cried Hosanna to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Foursquare

Caleb Strong Man Of God Series

Contributed by Robert Fa’atoia-Collins on Mar 19, 2013

Caleb trusted God and His promises. He did not compromise His faith in God

Caleb Strong Man of God by Robert F Collins Joshua 14:6-12 Introduction: Israel has entered the promised land of Canaan and conquered it. Joshua chapter 13-14 lays out how the land was divided among the tribes. In Joshua 14:6 then we see Caleb coming before Joshua with a request. His request ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

What Do I Do When God’s Leading Doesn’t Add Up? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 20, 2013

A look at the fact that the Magi did not come to Bethlehem but to Nazareth. The sermon uses that truth to talk about following God's direction instead of the man's leading.

STAR OF BETHLEHEM MYTH: The star led the Magi to Bethlehem. - We’ve all seen this in a hundred Christmas plays. - Unfortunately, it doesn’t happen to be the way that the Bible actually says the story happened. - This morning I want to talk about the way the Bible says the story ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Lenten Catechesis-Holy Communion Series

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Mar 22, 2013

The last sermon in the Lenten Catechesis series, this sermon focuses on the sacrament of Holy Communion.

One of the things I discovered very quickly in my earlier years as a parish pastor is the joy that Pastors have, and the special relationship that they develop with homebound members of the congregation. In many cases, these dear older saints are people who because of their advanced age and lack ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Palm Sunday: Celebrate The King

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 23, 2013

The crowd announces in their cries that Jesus is the awaited king and they offer shouts of praise. When the Pharisees tell Jesus to rebuke them - he rather confirms what they are saying.

Dakota Community Church March 24, 2013 Palm Sunday Celebrate the King Matthew 21:1-5 Now when they drew near to Jerusalem and came to Bethphage, to the Mount of Olives, then Jesus sent two disciples, 2 saying to them, “Go into the village in front of you, and immediately you will find a ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9

Denomination: Mennonite

Be Reconciled To God

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 26, 2013

A sermon on reconciliation to God (Material adapted from Leon Morris' book, The Atonement: It's Meaning and Significance, Chapter 6, Reconciliation)

HoHum: When Elizabeth married the famous poet Robert Browning, her parents were so upset they disowned her. She and her husband settled far from home in Florence, Italy. Elizabeth loved her mother and father and did everything she could to be reconciled with them. Several times a month she wrote ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Justification

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 26, 2013

A sermon on justification preached on a Sunday night (Material adapted from John Stott's book, The Cross of Christ, chapter 7 The Salvation of Sinners, section under Justification)

HoHum: Let's say we where caught speeding down the highway. We are doing 100 mph, obviously slightly out of the acceptable speeding window. We go to court and just as the judge is about to throw the book at us, someone steps forward and says, "I will pay the fine. I will take the punishment." And ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Plead And Deliver Me

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 26, 2014

To show that GOD is our Lawyer who can both plead our cause, redeem us, revive us and give us life according to His WORDS.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have a Lawyer in Heaven? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is our Lawyer who can both plead our cause, redeem us, revive us and give us life according to His WORDS. IV. TEXT: Psalms 119:154 (Amplified Bible) 119:154 Plead my cause and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:154

Denomination: Pentecostal