Sermons on The Great Escape:

He Still Moves Stones

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 13, 2009

In this lesson we look at three stories that bolster our faith in the God who moved the Stone, who is the God who still moves stones.

Introduction: A. Happy Easter to everyone – it is wonderful to be together on this Lord’s Day! B. As we get started, I want you to take a look at this cartoon – it really tickled me. 1. That resurrection morning, Jesus told the angel at the tomb, “I want you to fold up my burial clothes, wait for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Come...together Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Aug 27, 2007

We are to walk and work together.

COME … TOGETHER Ephesians 4.1-3 S: Unity C: Attitude Pr: WE ARE TO WALK AND WORK TOGETHER. ?: How? How do we achieve this kind of unity? KW: Virtue TS: We will find in Ephesians 4.1-3 four virtues we are to practice in order for us to achieve unity. Type: Propositional; topical The ____ virtue ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Mom Already Knows I Appreciate Her Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 10, 2010

Preachers often skip over the first few verses of Proverbs 31 without realizing how important they are to the rest of the chapter. Do you know why King Lemuel included them?

On Mother’s Day, many children will try to do something special for their mom’s like give them a personal letter to express their love. Angie, 8 years old, wrote: "Dear Mother, I’m going to make dinner for you on Mother’s Day. It’s going to be a surprise. P.S. I hope ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-31, Proverbs 31:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Standard Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 11, 2010

We are to love one another as Jesus loved us.

“A New Standard” John 13:31-35; 1 John 3:11-18 If you knew that the evening you were spending with your loved ones would be the last you’d ever spend with them, what would you say? What would you do? What would well up in our heart as the final, lasting memory you want to leave ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Enemies - Part 3 - Enemy Love Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 14, 2010

Enemies . . . you have them. You need them. You must be aware of them and handle them correctly. Welcome to the fight!

Enemies Pt. 3 – Enemy Love I. Introduction I have tried to inform you over the last two weeks that we are at war! Ecclesiastes makes it abundantly clear that there is a time for peace, but there is a time for war. We are in that time! And yet, one man said, “We have lost our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

It’s Personal Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on May 22, 2010

If you claim to belong to Christ your life must reflect change.

May 23, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Ephesians 4:17-32 Subject: Living the Christ-like Life Title: It’s Personal We’ve been going through the book of Ephesians, one of Paul’s great masterpieces of theology. Last week I shared with you about what Paul says you are “in Christ” and the authority you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Conflict Is An Essential Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 25, 2010

Conflict avoidance is often an indicator of a shallowness of love.

Conflict is an Essential: Relational Skills from the Bible for Today May 23, 2010. Gal. 1:11-3:5 Intro: This spring we have been looking at “Relationship Skills from the Bible for Today”. Last week I taught about the skill of listening, and so as a bridge from last week into this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Jailor Is The Jailed Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 1, 2010

Forgiveness is a critical relationship skill.

The Jailor Is The Jailed: Relationships Skills from the Bible for Today Matt 18:21-35 May 30, 2010 Intro: Once upon a time there was a man to whom a great harm had been done. The exact nature is of no consequence, as long as we know the hurt went deep. He felt it continually, the pain was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Knowledge (Not Opinion)

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 6, 2010

Some of us handle truth by simply asserting ourselves forcefully. Paul's way was to root truth in revelation rather than logic; to find authentic confidence in personal experience; and to submit himself to transformation. First Baptist Church of Gaithers

If there’s one thing I have a strong opinion about, it is that I do not like people with strong opinions! I have a hard time with the person who declares what he thinks with absolute hard-core certainty, riding roughshod over any contrary thoughts I might have. I struggle with that. I have ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Have Left

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 6, 2010

Life throws us some real punches. Instead of focusing in on what we have lost, we need to see what it is we have left that God can still use on our behalf.

When Life Knocks You Down-What’s Left 1 Samuel 30:1-31 Philippians’ 3:7-14 Today we complete our series, “When Life Knocks You Down.” Pastor Toby preached on “I Failed, Now What.” Pastor Kellie preached on “God Specializes in Plan B.” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Nature Of Love Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 13, 2010

How do we define love and how are we defined by love?

The Nature of Love And that is the sum of the New Testament teaching, All you need is love. Paul wrote exactly the same thing in Romans 13:8 without the catchy tune, Romans 13:8 Owe nothing to anyone—except for your obligation to love one another. If you love your neighbour, you will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Marriage Is A Triangle

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 13, 2010

January 1988. Marriage is more than a contract between two people. It must involve God and working toward the purposes of God; otherwise it is a divorce, whether the law is involved or not.

There are all sorts of reasons not to preach this sermon! There area all kinds of problems kicked up because I have felt led to conclude our series of studies in the prophet Malachi with one of his most pointed and deliberate passages: his passage on marriage and divorce. Getting into this topic ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Existence Of False Teaching Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 14, 2010

In this sermon, we learn about the existence of false teaching.

Scripture The Letter of Jude deals with the subject of false teaching, which is the greatest danger to the Church of Jesus Christ today. As we study Jude 14-19 today, we will see how Jude acknowledges the existence of false teaching. Let’s read Jude 14-19: 14 It was also about these that ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Father's Anointing

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 19, 2010

Father's Day Message

A Father’s Anointing Scriptures: Matthew 1:18-20; 24-25; 13:54-55a; Ephesians 6:4 Introduction Twenty-two years ago I became a father for the first time. I was scared, nervous, apprehensive, confused and excited all at the same time. Here was this baby that had my DNA within her body ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:53

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Kingdom Of Priests (Part 2): Standing In The Gap

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 21, 2010

The Church serves as “Priests of the Kingdom” by standing in the gap between the lost and God.

PRIESTS OF THE KINGDOM: STANDING IN THE GAP Rev. 5: 10 Sermon Objective: The Church serves as “Priests of the Kingdom” by standing in the gap between the lost and God. REV. 5:6-10 6Then I saw a Lamb, looking as if it had been slain, standing in the center of the throne, encircled ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:10

Denomination: Nazarene