Sermons on The Potter And The Clay:

Why Jesus Wants Us To Leave Judging To God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Judge not lest you be judged. For in the way you criticize others you will be criticized.

Why Jesus wants us to leave the Judging to God ILlustration:It was F.B. Meyer, I believe, who once said that when we see a brother or sister in sin, there are two things we do not know: First, we do not know how hard he or she tried not to sin. And second, we do not know the power of the forces ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is God Unjust? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 1, 2004

Paul has taught us that God picks out individuals for salvation not based on anything they do, but out of pure grace. At the same time, he bypasses others. This raises a number of questions, and Paul fields them, though not necessarily to our satisfacti

Is God Unjust? (Romans 9:14-29) 1. There are many puzzles in life. One recent puzzle is the whereabouts of an escapted tiger. Bengal Tiger Seen Roaming La. Army Base Wednesday, September 01, 2004 FORT POLK, La. — A Bengal tiger on the loose in the thick brush surrounding Fort Polk seems to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Can You Hear Me Now

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Nov 10, 2004

Reconciliation!

Can You Hear Me NOW? 2 Cor. 5:18-21 Looking at the catch phrases of many of our commercial products, we will find what the word of God stated in Ecclesiastics to be true../// there is really nothing new under the sun. Let’s look at it....a few years ago Ray Charles made Pepsi popular with "You ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21

Denomination: Methodist

When, Where And Who? Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 29, 2001

The God of time, place and person has come here for you and me. Are you ready?

Look Who’s Worshipping Jesus? Matthew 2:1-12 This week I was doing some research on the star of Bethlehem. It is amazing how many theories there are for what happened and when. My personal favorite is in: The Star of Bethlehem: The Legacy of the Magi is published by Rutgers University Press. By ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:11-20, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Purpose Of The Church- Service Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 1, 2003

Are we supposed to serve or be served?

INTRODUCTION As we have looked at the question “What is the Purpose of the Church, thus far we have identified three areas of that should be included in the purpose of the church, worship, fellowship, discipleship. Today I want to look at an area that a lot of churches struggle with. It is an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8, 1 Corinthians 12:14-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

6keys To Godly Relationships. Key#4 Forgiving

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Aug 28, 2003

An elderly person once said, "To have a long relationship, you must have a short memory." Let’s discover the value of forgiveness in Godly relationships.

It has been said that real friends are those who, when you have made a fool of yourself, don’t feel you’ve done a permanent job. An elderly person was quoted that if you want to have a long relationship with anyone, you need a short memory. Tell story Ananias; pray. I. Forgiveness is a response ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Grace Part 1

Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 2, 2011

Spiritual coldness, like an engine with no oil, is deadly if it isn't treated early because it will do so much damage before it becomes obvious.

The Dangers of Grace Part I Deuteronomy 32:15-18 Purpose: To teach the early warning signs of getting away from the Lord. Aim: I want the listener to feel a deep sense of danger that their relationship with the Lord can grow cold very easily. INTRODUCTION: The most dangerous problem is the one ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:15-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Then Can We Be Saved?

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 19, 2007

Advent 1(B) - How then can we be saved? God’s power makes all tremble. God’s justice makes us despair. Thankfully, God’s mercy is our confidence.

HOW THEN CAN WE BE SAVED? (Outline) December 2, 2007 - ADVENT 1 - Isaiah 64:1-8 INTRO: How then can we be saved? is a familiar age-old question. When man remembers his mortality he often wonders what next. Many ask how then can we be saved? This is also a familiar question to students of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Advent : Are You Awake ?

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 29, 2008

As the season of Advent begins, many people are preparing for Christmas. That’s good, but ...we are primarily being called in this sermon to be alert, to watch, to be awake, preparing for the return of Jesus. So, are YOU awake ?

I came across a suggested prayer for all preachers this week, and it goes like this: “Lord, fill my mouth with worthwhile stuff and nudge me when I’ve said enough.” Well, here we go! Are you ready? Are you prepared? Put your hands up if you are ready and prepared ... did you get done yesterday ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Anglican

A Call For God's Anointing Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Nov 3, 2008

A study of what to do when all else fails. Looking at the example of the disciples and the lesson of Jesus, this message calls on the church for a day of prayer and fasting.

Series: The Purpose of the Church 1. Luke 14 – “The Cost of Discipleship” 2. Jeremiah 18 – “The Potter, The Clay, and The Church” 3. Today – Matt. 17:1-21 “A Call for God’s Anointing” 4. 9th – Eph 4 – The Internal Role of the Church – How we fit together 5. 16th – Acts 2 – The Church and The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

When God Chooses...

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Mar 30, 2008

Was it just your own choice why you believe? Could you really choose to follow God, to believe in Him, or to be saved?

"For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love he predestined us to be adopted as his sons through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will" (Ephesians 1:4-5, NIV). “For HE chose…” It is God who actually made the choice. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Furnace Of Your Choice!

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Apr 30, 2009

Trials and troubles! Everybody has them! Better to suffer the furnace of trial now, than the furnace of hell later!

The Furnace of your Choice Dr. Russell K. Tardo 12Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: 13But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Prisoner To Prince Series

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 3, 2009

Joseph went thru trials he didn’t understand so God could prepare him for something bigger. Sometimes trials we face are a result of God making us more like Him.

Intro. For the sake of time, I will not read the entire text. Remember, Joseph has been sold and scandalized. He was in the middle of a storm that was God’s plan for him. I. The Dedication - vs. 4 There are two imprisoned with Joseph. There may have been a conspiracy to kill ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Longing For The Presence Of God

Contributed by James Roberts on Dec 13, 2009

Israel longed for God's presence as do we today.

LONGING FOR THE PRESENCE OF GOD Isaiah 64:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Solomon was one of the greatest figures in Israel’s history. He was richly blessed of the Lord, yet it is said of him in 1 Kings 11:4: For it came to pass, when Solomon was old, that his wives turned away his heart after other ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Clothed In Robes Of Humbleness

Contributed by Mark Roper on Jun 3, 2008

There is no way to become a mature Christian unless we learn to be humble.

Clothed in Robes of Humbleness When asked what were the three most important Christian virtues, Augustine replied, "Humility, humility, and humility." Yet, this great virtue is in rather short supply in our culture. Topic: There is no way to become a mature Christian unless we learn to be ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12

Denomination: Church Of God