Sermons on The Lord Our Rock:

It Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 27, 2003

Like Sarai we often come up with plans to help God out which unfortunately usually end in disaster.

Genesis 16 April 27, 2003 It was one of those rare moments in a thirteen-year-Olds life. For once I was thinking of someone other than myself. My parents were both working and I decided that I would be considerate and make supper for them. I got the meat going in the oven without too much ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Why Me, Why Now?

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

Trying to get a grip on the hardships of life.

Title: Why Me Why Now? Text: Philippians 4:10-13 Do you know someone whose life is falling apart? ‒ The business man who’s business is great until the market goes south. ‒ The college kid who has a career in baseball ended with a torn ligament. Introduction: Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Revival Kings # 2 Jehoshaphat Series

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 4, 2002

Second in a series on the OT revivals in Judah. King Jehoshaphat

THE REVIVAL KINGS #2 Jehoshaphat II CHRON. 17-20 THE KING WHO WAS NEAR-SIGHTED Introduction Here we have the story of a king who was very godly but lacked the ability to see far off. He was godly but not wise in the long term. To be far-sighted means you can¡¦t see clearly up close. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Men And Women Still Seek Him

Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 11, 2002

If we are wise people we can say with conviction, "we have come to worship".

Wise Men (and Women) Still Seek Him 1. Revisit the familiar story of the Magi. a. Called 3 kings or 3 wise men. Could have been 2 or 4 or 20 b. Pretty sure men & not women c. Wise women would have: 2. History of Wise Men – little is known a. Magi – plural for magus, Matt. Tells us more ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Is Jesus Christ The Only Way Of Salvation?

Contributed by Mark Lennon on Jan 24, 2003

In a world that tells you there are so many differant ways to get to heaven, how can we know that Jesus is the only way to heaven?

Why Is Jesus Christ the Only Way of Salvation? Galatians 1:6-9 The first attack on this subject will usually be the Holy Scriptures. People will tell you that it is old and out dated and it cant apply to our lives today. If you destroy the Holy Scriptures or even if you say that one thing is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9, Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Baptist

The Goat Who Wasn't Kidding

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 20, 2004

Continuing in the Daniel series -- this message deals with the vision of the two animals in Daniel 8

THE GOAT WHO WASN’T KIDDING Daniel 8:1-27 INTRODUCTION: This chapter marks a significant shift in the book of Daniel. From this point on to the end of the book, as was also the case from Chapter 1:1-2:4a – the language used for the writing is Hebrew. Previously, from Chapter2:4b – 7:28, the book ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 8:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

God Calls Moses Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Oct 31, 2004

To examine God’s call on Moses life and to emphasize that God calls each of us to work with Him for a specific purpose

SBC Philippi 10/31/04 am God Calls Moses Exodus 3:1-12 This morning, we are looking at a man named Moses and his encounter with God. As we look at this passage, we want to remember that just as God called Moses, he also calls us to tasks that He has designed for us. God is in the process of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism And Temptation Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To note the importance of baptism and the way to overcome temptation.

The Gospel of Mark #2: Baptism and Temptation Text: Mark 1:9-13 Thesis: To note the importance of baptism and the way to overcome temptation. Introduction: (1) In Mark 1:1-8, John announces the coming of Jesus. (2) Beginning with verse 9, Jesus arrives to begin His earthly ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Touch Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To note that we must be touched by Jesus in order to be healed.

The Message of Mark #5: The Touch of Jesus Text: Mark 1:29-45 Thesis: To note that we must be touched by Jesus in order to be healed. Introduction: (1) Jesus is now fully involved in His earthly ministry. (2) Along the way, He comes into contact with many people who needed His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Still On His Throne

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Sep 16, 2003

to stress the sovereign nature of God

God Is Still On His Throne Ezekiel 1:1-4,26-28 Primary Purpose: To stress the sovereignty of God This book opens during a time when Ezekiel has been in Ezekiel for 5 years after King Jehoiachin’s surrender. This is a particularly bleak time in Israel’s history. In 2 Kings 24:10-16 it tells us ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 1:4-28

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Light

Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Oct 20, 2003

Designed to teach the importance of conducting one’s life in the presence and influence of Christ.

WALKING IN THE LIGHT I JOHN 1:5-7 INTRO: Are you afraid of the dark? 1. As a child, shadows make us think of monsters. 2. If you like scary movies, you may at times think you see those characters in the dark. (ILL.) In interview, Stephen King, horror author, was asked about daily writing ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Methodist

Stewardship...a Matter Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Oct 30, 2003

Stewardship is all about the condition of your heart.

Today we will be starting a new series on the topic of stewardship. Our background passage today comes from Matthew 25:14-30 Matthew 25:14-15 (NLT) Again, the Kingdom of Heaven can be illustrated by the story of a man going on a trip. He called together his servants and gave them money to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Prayer Will And Won't Do

Contributed by Jennifer Casto on Jun 1, 2006

How to pray and how not to pray...that is the question...

What Prayer Will Do and Won’t Do Prayer can strengthen the soul (Ps. 138: 1-3). How to pray and how not to pray...that is the question... Statistically, we are told that 78% of all Americans pray at least once a week. 57% pray at least once a day. (found www.crosswalk.com) Serious prayer, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:1-3

Denomination: *other

Circumcision Of No Avail Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Feb 20, 2005

Circumcision of no avail

Romans 2:25, “ 25For circumcision is indeed profitable if you keep the law; but if you are a breaker of the law, your circumcision has become uncircumcision.” This goes back to Genesis 17:11, “And you shall be circumcised in the flesh of your foreskins, and it shall be a sign of the covenant ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:25-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

To Reveal The Light Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Sep 29, 2006

Jesus heals the blind man to teach the great need of healing spiritual blindness

It Took a Miracle: TO REVEAL THE LIGHT 08/24/97a BBC John 9:1-41 Throughout his Gospel John used the symbolism of blindness to reveal man’s greatest need: Salavation. John used not only the contrasting symbols of Blindness and Sight to reveal man’s condition apart from Christ and united with ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational