Sermons on The Generations:

The Parable Of The Wedding

Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 4, 2005

In discussing this parable, we will see it is more important to be clothed with Christ, than it is to be just a part of the banquet.

THE PARABLE OF THE WEDDING Matthew 22:1-14 Key Verse and Theme: “Then the king told the attendants, ‘Tie him hand and foot, and throw him outside, into the darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ For many are invited, but few are chosen.” (Matthew 22:13-14) 1. The king ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Unmerciful Servant

Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 4, 2005

A look at forgiveness from our perspective, as well as from God’s perspective.

THE PARABLE OF THE UNMERCIFUL SERVANT Matthew 18:21-35 Key Verse and Theme: “Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, ‘Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?’ Jesus answered, ‘I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.’” (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Real: Unmasking An Unfaithful Life

Contributed by Mark Green on Aug 4, 2005

God examines our lives for gaps in our faithfulness and offers Himself and His ways as the solution to those gaps.

Good morning. I hope you eat meals together as a family because you can learn so much about God, especially if you have children. Meal times in the Green household can be interesting. They range from the benign of mixing our food in weird combinations to the gross, renaming our food after the ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Legacy Of Good Leadership

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Aug 5, 2005

A sermon preached at the Farewell Service of my colleague, after a successful and fruitful ministry.

The Legacy of good leadership. Acts 20:17-21:1 Farewell sermon on Robin’s (Youth Pastor’s) leaving. WBC 7/8/5pm Before I flatter you, Robin… I think I ought to show the congregation your TRUE nature and what it is realy like to work with you: - how hard you have worked and what a ’sacrifice’ it ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Issues Of Marriage Part 1 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 5, 2005

This message is the first of three or four from the 1 Cor., and is inteded to be part of the series. This message looks at some of the pressure on marriage and the high view Scripture has of marriage.

THE ISSUES OF MARRIAGE Part 1 1 Corinthians 7:1-7 I THE DANGER BEFORE MARRIAGE – 7:1 Our society is inundated from so many directions with sights, sounds, and activities, destined to fracture the bulwark of marriage. From attempts to redefine what constitutes a marriage, to shows bent on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What A Fellowship

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Aug 6, 2005

Have you ever thought that you didn’t need God, the Church, or the fellowship of the saints? Well, think again . . . there is a blessing in the fellowship of believers.

LUKE 5:17-26 WHAT A FELLOWSHIP DRIVING . . . SINGING THE WORDS TO A SONG BEING PLAYED OVER THE RADIO AIRWAVES. HALFWAY . . . SINGING THE WORDS TO THE SONG, I WAS NOT COGNIZANT OF THE WORDS I WAS SINGING (2X). THE THOUGHT OCCURRED: HOW MANY THINGS ARE WE GUILTY OF SAYING, SINGING, OR DOING ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wedding At Cana

Contributed by Francis Murphy on Aug 6, 2005

First of a series of sermons in John’s gospel. The wedding at Cana.

Introduction In my early twenties I used to play in a ceilidh band, and was often called on to play at weddings. On one occasion, we were asked to play for a Palestinian Muslim wedding in the Grovenor Hotel in Edinburgh. Having played at many weddings before, I had never quite experienced one like ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Help Them Up!

Contributed by Ken Durham on Aug 8, 2005

We need hearts for God ~ and hands for others. We can all help someone up.

HELP THEM UP! 1. Introduction: Sometimes a verse of scripture just enters your heart for you to pray for a particular person or situation. For my wife Julie Mark 1:31 “So he (Jesus) went to her, took her hand and helped her up. The fever left her and she began to wait on them” was a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-34

The Lifestyle Of Christ Followers

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 8, 2005

As Christ followers Paul instructs us how to walk and life a Christ honoring life. There are certain things we are to "put off" and certain things we are to "put on."

The Lifestyle of Christ Followers Ephesians 4:25-32 For all Christ followers the Bible sets certain standards of living. Ephesians 5:15 says, “Be careful how you walk – not as unwise but as wise making the most of every opportunity because the days are evil.” When walking it is important to see ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Free Methodist

Desarrollando El Lider En Ti Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Aug 8, 2005

La introducción a la serie "Desarrollando el lider en ti"

Serie – Desarrollando el líder en ti. Primera semana La definición de Liderazgo Influencia INTRODUCCION Todos tenemos opinions acerca de el liderazgo, pero pocos lo entienden. Muchos desean alcanzarlo, pero pocos lo logran. ¿Qué es este tema tan complejo llamado liderazgo? Cuando tratamos de ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Un Estilo De Vida.

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Aug 8, 2005

Un bosquejo de como vivir como cristiano; Tus palabbras se convertiran en acciones, en habitos, en cazracter, y finalmente en tu Destino.

Colosenses 1:1-14 v. 1 Pablo es llamado apóstol en el vesículo 1. No se asigna a si mismo el título y tampoco lo obtiene a travez de la universidad cristiana. Pablo lo recibe por su estilo de vida. v. 2 Los hermanos de la iglesia en la ciduad de Coloso son llamados Santos y Fieles y esto por su ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Have You Kept The Faith?

Contributed by George Crumbly on Aug 9, 2005

To encourage the believer to keep the faith

HAVE YOU KEPT THE FAITH? (2Timothy 4:6-8) MAY 20,2001AM George Crumbly Sheridan Arkansas (Turn to Hebrews Chapter 11) INTRODUCTION: It’s so good to get the District Assembly behind us….Had a great day of Pastor Reports this past Thursday, they were all upbeat & encouraging…… The text ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Overcoming Discouragement Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003

A look at Elijah’s experience of discouragement and how he was led to renewal

1 Kings 19:1-8;12-14 Purpose Statement: We need to return to the Bread of Life for renewal and encouragement. Background: Elijah runs for his life to the southern most city in Judah-Beersheba. Beersheba was named by Abraham (Gen 21:31) when his servants dug wells there and means “well of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Proclamation Of God Series

Contributed by Terry Stivers on May 20, 2003

In 2 Chronicles it states, "if my people who are called by my name". God’s name gives us the basis and strength for revival.

PROCLAMATION OF GOD Exodus 34:5-7 INTRO: Dr. J. Elder Cumming contended that “in almost every case the beginning of new blessing is a new revelation of the character of God—more beautiful, more wonderful, more precious.” - J. O. Sanders, Enjoying Intimacy with God, Moody, p. 14 Today I begin a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:5-7, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Provisions Of God Series

Contributed by Terry Stivers on May 20, 2003

In 2 Chronicles 7:14 it says, "if my people". Moses shares with us who we are in the presence of God. We need revival in our hearts and lives that will conform us to the identity of Christ.

PROVISIONS OF GOD Ex. 34:8-10 INTRO: Famous Violinist Setting out from Hamburg, Germany, one day to give a concert in London, violinist Fritz Kreisler had an hour before his boat sailed. He wandered into a music shop, where the proprietor asked if he might look at the violin Kreisler was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Exodus 34:8-10

Denomination: Wesleyan