Sermons on The Invitation:

Narnia: Aslan On The Move Series

Contributed by Mike Evans on Dec 19, 2005

We can deal with the challenges we face in this adventure of our life when we know God has a plan and Jesus is on the move.

Aslan Is On Them Move pt. 2 of 5 [This message makes use of audio clips from Focus on the Family Radio Theater’s audio version of “The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe.] “You have a good imagination!” Paul Friskney describes that statement as an effective way to compliment a child or criticize an ...read more

Scripture: John 12:35-36

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Not! (Revised April 2024)

Contributed by Brian B on Aug 9, 2016

A straight forward message shared from the three points laid out so clearly in verse 1. Fear not because God has called you by name! Fear not because God has redeemed you! Fear not because You belong to God!

Fear Not! (Revised April 2024) Isaiah 43:1New King James Version (NKJV) The Redeemer of Israel 43 But now, thus says the LORD, who created you, O Jacob, And He who formed you, O Israel: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; You are Mine. Introduce… This ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Gives Us Great Reasons To Rejoice! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 24, 2018

Life gets hard, but God gives us great reasons to rejoice! 1. God gives us joyful reunions (vs. 21-26). 2. God gives us good results (vs. 25-26). 3. God lets us hear good reports (vs. 27). 4. God gives us rest (vs. 28).

God Gives Us Great Reasons to Rejoice! The Book of Acts - Part 48 Acts 14:21-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 13, 2014 *Church: There is a joy that belongs to us, because we belong to Jesus Christ. Yes, life gets hard, but God gives us great reasons to rejoice! And ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Resting And Relaxing In God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 2, 2018

Physical rest and spiritual rest are essential for each and every one of us. God has given you the freedom to choose to rest, to be still, to know that God is God.

We continue in our series on Hope Found Here and it’s apt that this month we are going to be thinking about resting and relaxing in God. “Rest” is defined as “peace, ease or refreshment.” “Relax” means “to become loose or less firm, to have a milder manner, to be less stiff.” What does the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3, Exodus 20:8-11, Exodus 31:16-17, Mark 1:21-34, Mark 6:31-32, Matthew 11:28-30, Matthew 6:31-34, Matthew 11:28-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

He That Winneth Souls Is Wise No. 7

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

We want to look again at the importance of following good examples.

We understand the importance, as Christians, of not following the many bad examples that many lost people display in their lives, but NEW CONVERTS do not hear much, or see much, about following the good examples the Bible tells about and the stories of great Christians through the years have set ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

A Mountain Out Of A Molehill Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 28, 2021

When we look at the life of Jesus we discover He was a Master at making mountains out of molehills. He was always finding the sublime in that which was simple. He used the insignificant over and over for the basis of inspiration.

Basil Matthews tells of being in a little Arabian village and seeing a tall Arab boy playing a flute in the dusty streets. He was surprised and asked the boy if he could examine the instrument. He discovered it was made out of an old gun barrel. The boy had found it on a nearby battlefield. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:22-25

Healthy Independence-5

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 22, 2020

5 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-V—Jeremiah 17:1-14 Attention: Christian parents raise our children with the idea that they will one day leave home & live productive lives apart form their parents. We expend our greatest efforts toward sufficiently preparing them for life in the ‘real world’ with God at ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

B. All Saints Day. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 5, 2024

NOVEMBER 1st, 2024.

Isaiah 25:6-9, Psalm 24, Revelation 21:1-6, John 11:32-44. A). THE EASTER APOCALYPSE. Isaiah 25:6-9. This small passage lies at the heart of the so-called ‘Isaiah Apocalypse’ of chapters 24-27 and brings hope into an otherwise dismal prospect. Chapter 25 itself begins with praise for God’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-9, Revelation 21:1-6, John 11:32-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon 7 - The Necessity Of Relationships Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 14, 2025

It is hard to have an impact on people if we don't have a relationship with them. Jesus, Matthew and Paul show us how to have a spiritual impact through relationships.

Introduction: A. One day a rabbi and a priest got into a head on collision with each other. 1. The damage to both cars was considerable, but amazingly neither of the clerics was hurt. 2. After they crawl out of their cars, the rabbi saw the priest’s collar and said, “I see that you’re a priest, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Luke 5:31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Heartbeat Of Prayer

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 9, 2025

Prayer is the living heartbeat of discipleship — not changing God’s will, but drawing our will into His presence until we see and live as He does.

(A Check Up on Prayer) Introduction – The Spiritual Health Exam If you’ve ever gone in for a regular checkup, you know how it goes. The nurse checks your blood pressure, your pulse, your breathing, and maybe draws some blood. The idea isn’t that anything’s wrong — it’s simply wise to know how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, 1 Peter 3:12, Ephesians 6:8, Romans 15:30, Colossians 4:12, Psalm 66:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

"Compel Them"

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 21, 2002

Those without Christ will not just come to church, we must "go" out and get them.

Compel Them to Come In 15 ¶ When one of those at the table with him heard this, (Dinner edicate- lower seat) he said to Jesus, "Blessed is the man who will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God." (“Home at Last”) 16 Jesus replied: "A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:14-24

Denomination: Baptist

Go Fish!

Contributed by Ron Crow on Mar 7, 2003

“Why is our Christianity not more contagious? Why are we not winning more of our friends, relatives, and associates to Christ? Why are we not better witnesses?” Because we are not obedient to the command to "Go Fish!"

Go Fish Matthew 4:18-22 Introduction Illustration: describe fishing & my experiences…then…relate it to Christianity. A question to ask Jesus: “Why is our Christianity not more contagious? Why are we not winning more of our friends, relatives, and associates to Christ? Why are we not better ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Best Is Yet To Come

Contributed by Spencer Miller on May 9, 2003

The glory of God through Jesus Christ begins to be revealed.

"This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him" (John 2:11) Introduction. Jesus came to earth on a definite mission. In order to accomplish His purpose it was necessary that men recognize Him and respond to Him as the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

Drawing People To Christ

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 11, 2001

This sermon shows how sinful man is drawn to Jesus Christ.

Sunday Morning July 15, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, NM DRAWING PEOPLE TO CHRIST JOHN 12:31-32 Introduction: What a week! I shared with you last Sunday about the young man that was saved on Tuesday and then Sunday; Lucille walked the aisle and accepted Christ as her Savior. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship 101

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 12, 2000

What is the cost, how do I start to be a full disciple of Jesus Christ?

Tonight I am beginning a series of messages on Discipleship, Discipleship 101. It is the call of God in each believers life. Understand, there is a cost to discipleship. Anything worthwhile has a price, you can count on that. There is a big difference between glass and a diamond. There is a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34

Denomination: Pentecostal