Sermons on the mantle: showing 571-585 of 1,433

We Are As Grasshoppers In Their Sight

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003

When we limit the power of God in our life to accomplish the impossible

"We are as grasshoppers in their sight" Deuteronomy 1:1-6 (Prayer) The underlying theme of the book that I hold in my hand is that Our Heavenly Father, Almighty God, wants to give us the good things in life and bless us not according to what we deserve but instead according to his ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering What Is Worth My Worship Series

Contributed by Jon Sullivan on Jan 30, 2008

Building strong families based on lessons from the 10 commandments

Matthew 19:16-21 And behold, one came to Him and said, "Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may obtain eternal life?" [17] And He said to him, "Why are you asking Me about what is good? There is only One who is good; but if you wish to enter into life, keep the commandments." [18] He ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy-Filled Shepherds (Pastor Glenys) Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Dec 14, 2008

In a ‘slow motion moment’, black and white turns to living color! The boring brilliant! The mundane becomes magnificent!

O – ordinary R – routine D – dull I – inferior N – normal A – average R – repetitive Y – yawn These words, along with a few others of like kind, could be used to describe an evening with the shepherds. Nothing ‘too much’ happened out in the fields while the shepherds kept watch. There may ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Salvation Army

How Do You Stay The Course Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 14, 2008

The first in a series of messages designed to encourage believers to "stay with it"

Finish What You Begin HOW DO YOU STAY THE COURSE? 2 Timothy 4:7a “I have fought the good fight” * In his book, “The Mantle of a Mentor”, Dr. Robert Clinton tells us that the Bible mentions over 1000 leaders. In a 13 year study, he developed case studies on over 900 of these. Later, he reduced ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

A Man I Once Knew (Real Heroes)

Contributed by Sanford Colquitt on Mar 23, 2009

A tribute to dedicated men and women every where who live their life almost without notice. But rest assured some one is watching.

Sunday, March 22, 2009 A MAN I ONCE KNEW Intro: It’s wonderful to hear about and strengthen ourselves on the lives of biblical heroes. Their stories never get old & perhaps they are more inspiring as we grow older. Some suggest they are outdated and some even suggest that they are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Faithful Are All Saints

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Oct 31, 2008

A sermon for All Saints Sunday, Series A

All Saints Sunday, November 2, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, for all the saints, redeemed by the death and resurrection of your Son, Jesus the Christ, we give you thanks. For all those ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran

Made To Last Forever

Contributed by Isaias Sanchez on May 27, 2008

Jesus came not to control your life but to give you life. Jesus came not to steal life, but to give abundant life.

Made To Last Forever Nobody wants to fail & God didn’t create you to fail. Ephesians 2:10 For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them. John 10:10 "The thief (devil) does not come except to steal, and to kill, and ...read more

Scripture: John 17:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Or Culture

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 5, 2006

In exalting Christ we resist the leavening influence of cultural traditions upon Christian truth.

CHRIST OR CULTURE Sunday, November 26, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee The Bible tells us to be prepared to give a defense in all things so I searched for some Scriptures that could help in some touch situations you might encounter over the next several weeks: When your wife asks you to help with the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Strolling Down Millennial Lane Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 1, 2005

Knowing what God will do helps us tolerate an era when God’s will is typically ignored or mocked. The Bible is loaded with information about the Kingdom to come. Let’s note a few facts about what is to come.

Strolling Down Millennial Lane (topical) 1. Consider the case of the Illinois man who left the snow-filled streets of Chicago for a vacation in Florida. His wife was on a business trip and was planning to meet him there the next day. When he reached his hotel, he decided to send his wife a quick ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Teach The Children The True Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on Dec 23, 2004

Don’t neglect your children’s spiritual well-being - give them the gift of knowing what they are really celebrating – Jesus’ birthday.

TEACH THE CHILDREN THE TRUE MEANING OF CHRISTMAS The arrival of the Christmas season brings with it thoughts of decorative outdoor lights that turn yards into a beautiful kaleidoscope of colors. During this time of year we also think of evergreen trees with their enchanting scent of pine ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-20

Denomination: Catholic

Turn To See The Lord's Salvation

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 27, 2004

CHRISTMAS 1(B) - Turn to see the Lord’s salvation to discover that there is no other God and to be reminded to worship our Savior, Christ Jesus.

TURN TO SEE THE LORD’S SALVATION (Outline) ISAIAH 45:21-25 - December 26 2004 - CHRISTMAS 1 INTRO: Watch out! Look out! Be careful! These words of warning bring almost immediate action. A person might even cringe or duck because of what could be coming. Today’s text reminds us to pay ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:21-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Living Beyond Yourself

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 17, 2004

The widow of 2 Kings 4 found herself with empty vessels but great opportunity, she just did not know it in the beginning.

2 Kings 4:1-7 Now there cried a certain woman of the wives of the sons of the prophets unto Elisha, saying, Thy servant my husband is dead; and thou knowest that thy servant did fear the LORD: and the creditor is come to take unto him my two sons to be bondmen. 2 And Elisha said unto her, What ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unforced Rhythms Of Grace

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 9, 2011

Shows how the Lord has come to set us free from the bonds of religion.

*Note: I use a variety of sources. The thought is original for me. So if you see similarities in some ideas it is because of research. Title: The Unforced Rhythms of Grace Theme: To show the rest that we have in Christ and His Spirit Text: Matthew 11:28-30 "Come to Me, all you who labor and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Church Of God

We Are All Ministers

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jun 30, 2010

A sermon for the 6th Sunday of Pentecost, proper 9 Series C.

6th Sunday after Pentecost [Pr. 9] July 4, 2010 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you sent your Son among us to reveal your grace, to proclaim your forgiveness, and to assure us that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Three Christian Qualities

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

God, by His mighty power and work within us, is able to do far more than we would dare to ask or even dream of - initially beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts or hopes (Ephesians 3:20 Living Bible)

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army I. INTRODUCTION: God, by His mighty power and work within us, is able to do far more than we would dare to ask or even dream of - initially beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts or hopes (Ephesians 3:20 Living Bible) A. ENTHUSIASM - WHAT EXCITES ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army