Sermons on The Great White Throne:

In The Garden At Gethsemane

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 25, 2016

As we look at the Garden at Gethsemane , the place where Jesus prayed, may God help us to realize the power of prayer that He has so freely offered to us.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS OK TEXT: Matthew 26:36-46 Usually on Palm Sunday I preach a sermon about Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem. But today I'm going to break with tradition & talk about something that occurred later in the week in the Garden at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Just Be Religious Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 31, 2016

The Fourth Commandment is given because God gives us a Sabbath so that we can enjoy him.

Message Colossians 2:13-19 “Don’t Just Be Religious” In Israel they have “Sabbath elevators”. This elevator is designed to automatically stop at every floor – even if no one is going in or out. That is because pushing the button for the elevator is work, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

The True Vine Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Apr 8, 2016

Jesus gives the last of the "I AM" statements in John and explains the relationship of the True Vine and true believers. He explains the principle of abiding in Christ in order to produce God-glorifying fruit.

The True Vine John 15:1-11 Jesus often used every day examples in His teachings and today we study the last of the “I AM” sayings of Jesus in John’s gospel, using the imagery of a vine. We read John 15:1-17 (NKJV): "I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. 2 ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Balaam's Donkey - Part 2

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 23, 2017

Strange Ways God Speaks To Us Power Point is available upon request

NUMBERS 22:21 “BALAAM AND HIS DONKEY” – PART 2 A) As I said last week, Balaam is one of those strange, mysterious characters in the Bible. * The Bible tells us in 2 Pet. 2:16 that Balaam was a prophet. * But it becomes very obvious that he was not a true prophet – He was a false ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Prepared

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 27, 2017

This sermon looks at out need to be prepared, not only for the inevitabilities of life, but more importantly for the Lord Jesus' return. It looks at the Men of Issachar, The Ten Virgins, and Zacchaeus.

Be Prepared Last week we looked at our need to be grateful to God when life happens. This got me thinking of the Boy Scout motto: be prepared. What this basically means is that we need to be prepared for the inevitabilities of life. But I believe it goes much deeper. What we need to be prepared ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Foursquare

Who Can Enter The Kingdom Of Heaven? Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 10, 2017

Being a citizen of the Kingdom of God is the most important decision anyone will ever make in their life. However, along with citizenship comes responsibility. God expects us to Embody Christ’s name, Embrace His mission,and Obey His Word.

Kingdom of Heaven Series-Lesson #6 Title: Who Can Enter the Kingdom of Heaven? June 23, 2013 Text: Matthew 7:15-29 For six weeks now we have been discussing a wonderful place called the Kingdom of God. But, as we have discovered, this Kingdom is more than just a place; it is a lifestyle, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-29

Denomination: Baptist

Placebo Faith - The Real Thing Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 11, 2017

This is part two of my series, Placebo Faaith - The Real Thing. In this message I review the story of Peter walking on the water and how his thinking caused him to step out of the boat, walk on the water but ultimately start sinking.

Placebo Faith – The Real Thing Part 2 Scriptures: Hebrews 11:1, 6; Proverbs 23:7a; Matthew 14:22-31 Introduction This is part two of my series, “Placebo Faith – The Real Thing.” Last week I shared with you that that medically there are patients who, because they truly believe they have an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Did John The Baptist Prepare The Way For Jesus?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Dec 13, 2015

John the Baptism was anointed to prepare the way for Jesus, but how did he do that? It certainly was not obvious, and not how most people thought. This sermon will get a reaction.

This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 13th December 2015; St Oswalds is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. Zephaniah 3:14-20 Canticle 9 Philippians 4:4-7 Luke 3:7-18 “Please be seated, and join me in a short ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Episcopal

Endure

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Dec 21, 2015

We can neither escape experiencing the evils of this world nor can we avoid God’s testing the quality of our devotion by letting us experience reality. It is important, however, that we do not let the hard times damage our faith and service to Christ.

Endurance Illustration: The Battered Bastards of Bastogne Most people recognize endurance to be our not quitting an endeavor; especially when we are experiencing an unpleasant, difficult, or dangerous situation. A perfect illustration of endurance was demonstrated by the 101st airborne division, in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian Church

Our Obligation

Contributed by Larry Turner on Dec 30, 2015

Paul made it clear in the Book of Romans that we have certain obligations.

Why are you here this morning? 60% of those who live in this country are not here. They have good reason. So many things are competing for their time. They are on the run on Saturdays with kid’s sports and family matters. They have to have some time to sleep in and Sunday’s the only day ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:11-15

Denomination: Foursquare

Bona Fide- A Study Of James- Part 3- "The Jake Spoon Syndrome" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jan 23, 2017

Part 3 in our James series

Bona Fide A study of James Genuine Christian Living Part 3 “The Jake Spoon Syndrome” James 1:5-8 If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. 6 But when you ask him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not waver, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

God's Spirit In The Old Testament

Contributed by Bill Walker on Jan 24, 2017

God's presence was with men and women in the Old Testament. He emboldened those who felt inadequate.

Fifty years ago many people did much of the maintenance and repair on their automobiles. Although, the basic workings of the internal combustion engine hasn’t changed, with modern engineering and computer components it is much more difficult to do much to a car or truck today. That comparison has ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 48:16, Isaiah 31:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Words Of Jesus Verses The Words Of Our World.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Feb 1, 2017

There are two types of people in this world: those who relate to the beatitudes of Jesus, and those who do not. The beatitudes are not rules or laws, but something that causes us to react with whatever spirit is driving us within.

This sermon was delivered at Holy Trinity, Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on Sunday the 29th January 2017; Holy Trinity is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. The readings for today are: Micah 6:1-8 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Psalm 15 Matthew 5:1-12 Please join me in a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

Hope In God

Contributed by Victor Yap on Feb 4, 2017

Psalms 42

HOPE IN GOD (PSALMS 42) There are five books in the Wisdom Books: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. Job teaches us how to live triumphantly – our physical being; Psalms teach us how to live thankfully – our spiritual being; Proverbs teach us how to live truthfully – our social ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gifted (Part Six) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 25, 2018

We've looked at six of the seven motivational gifts listed in Romans 12:6-8. Today we'll focus on the last one-mercy.

GIFTED (part six) We've looked at six of the spiritual gifts listed in Rom. 12:6-8. Today we'll focus on mercy. 1) The gift of mercy. The ability to minister cheerfully and appropriately to those who are suffering or undeserving; to spare them from their deserved punishment or consequences. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:38-39, 1 Timothy 1:13-16, Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ