Sermons on The Power Of The Word:

Hard To Be Humble

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 24, 2010

Independence Day 1988: Arrogance breeds blindness to our own sin, numbness to the needs of others, and a denial of relationships. The Father's Table is about mercy and grace for all.

You have heard him a thousand times in the TV commercial, warbling away in that gravelly voice with an accent I hear only when I go back to Kentucky. He is singing in the shower and flaunting his huge schnozz at the camera. "0 Lord, it's hard to be humble, when you're perfect in every way". ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

I Can't Drive 55

Contributed by Robert Cox on Jul 11, 2008

Let judgement begin here!

ROMANS 5:18Consequently, just as the result of one trespass was condemnation for all men, so also the result of one act of righteousness was justification that brings life for all men. 19For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through the obedience of ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Looking Out For These Dads

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 12, 2008

Many parents have kidded themselves into thinking they were teaching their children right when they told them what to do, but never did it themselves. The child picked up all the vibes that were coming through, and did just like the parents did.

Opening illustration: THE IDEA FOR CREATING A DAY for children to honor their fathers began in Spokane, Washington. A woman by the name of Sonora Smart Dodd thought of the idea for Father’s Day while listening to a Mother’s Day sermon in 1909. Having been raised by her father, after her mother ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Safe Place

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Feb 14, 2008

Discover how Jesus offered a safe place to hurting people and how we can create a church that offers a safe place.

Introduction: We have two small puppies in our home. These puppies are petrified of storms. Whenever a storm is brewing and they hear the thunder they immediately pursue a safe place. If it is in the middle of the night the safe place is in the bed with us. Even though it gets a little frustrating ...read more

Scripture: John 8:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Not In The Calamity - He's In The Remedy

Contributed by Emilia Florio on Feb 15, 2008

This message helps individuals answer the question, "Where is God in this world of disasters?" and presents a challenge to them to discover how they are called to be part of the remedy.

[INTRO] (This sermon was delivered as a trial sermon for a pastoral position; hence the personal information about self and family) Tell a little about self and family; 3 children living at home now; 7 total; Also have 3 we never see but hear a lot about. Names? Nobody…. I don’t know… Not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Faith? Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 27, 2008

Explains what Faith is. 3rd sermon in series on faith.

WHAT IS FAITH? - Hebrews 11:1-6 > Hebrews 11:6 Now without faith it is impossible to please God, for the one who draws near to Him must believe that He exists and rewards those who seek Him. Over the past several weeks we have looked at the life that pleases God, from several different ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

Comfort Those Who Mourn Series

Contributed by Steve Mason on Aug 1, 2002

Funeral message that can easily be adapted and used

JULY 16TH, 2002 JAY McCLELLAN I WANT TO THANK EVERYONE FOR COMING HERE THIS MORNING TO EXPRESS YOUR LOVE AND SUPPORT. YOUR PRESENCE HERE IS A TRIBUTE TO JAY. PRAY ….. I WANT TO BEGIN BY SAYING HOW SORRY I AM FOR YOUR LOSS TODAY -I WISH I COULD TAKE YOUR SORROW AWAY, BUT IKNOW I ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26, Matthew 5:3-8, John 11:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Are You Troubled?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 5, 2002

The invitation of Christ to anyone is twofold...examine me and experience me.

August 4, 2002 They still call it the Easter miracle in Tanzania. It was Easter Sunday for the Ibuga Christians of Western Tanzania. In one village, a large crowd had gathered to worship. Many came out of curiosity to hear about a God who conquered death. While they were singing and praising ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:38-39

Denomination: United Methodist

Lay Down Your Life

Contributed by Claud Owens on Aug 6, 2002

What does it mean to "Love the Lord your God with all of your heart, all of your soul, all of your mind, and all of your strength"?

LAY DOWN YOUR LIFE Mark 12: 28 - 31 In the gospel according to Mark, chapter 12, verse 30 Jesus says, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength." If you think about it that is a lot of loving. All of your heart. There ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-31

Denomination: Church Of God

Traits Of A Good Friend

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Aug 8, 2002

A message preached by two friends Karl and Ryan. Works well if someone could dual preach with you.

Traits of A True Friend Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 This message was a dual preached sermon. As one person preached the other braided a cord of three strands. OPENING: RYAN:* I wonder why it’s such a compliment to tell a woman she looks like a breath of spring, but not to tell her she looks like the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gaining Christ's Gratitude

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 13, 2002

I’ve never thought of God as being "grateful" for me, but the intriguing thing is - He is grateful, but only when we meet certain expectations. What are they?

One soldier stationed on an island of the Philippines during WW II told this story: “Although the region was secure, sometimes the enemy tried to infiltrate our food storage area. One such adversary, dressed in GI clothing, once worked himself into the noontime chow line. Our camp cook spotted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Barefoot And Blessed

Contributed by John Beehler on Aug 27, 2002

Answer the "burning bush". Go barefoot. Be Blessed.

Barefoot and Blessed (Name), did you get my message? (Name), did you get the message I left for you on your answering machine? (Name), did you get the message I left for you on your cell phone’s voice mail? (Name), did you get my e-mail? We live in the information age where ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Parent's Answered Prayer

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Sep 10, 2002

There are many "hurting" parents in the Christian community who have rebellious children. This is a message of agape love!

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks THE MINISTRY OF S.A.R.A.H. in Lyons, GA. PRAYER: God, my Father above, I thank you right now for your undying love. Lord I am before You as a humble servant, yet bold enough to not be afraid of the Gospel of Your Son and my brother, Jesus Christ. God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:18-23, Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Effective Christian Leadership

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 12, 2002

What makes for an effective Christian leader?

Have you ever had one of those days when everything went wrong? It is like the lawyer speaking to his client: "I have good news and bad news." "What’s the good news?" asks the client. "The jury is deadlocked." "Well, what’s the bad?" Responds the lawyer, "They can’t decide whether to hang you ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: United Methodist

Making A Difference

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Oct 4, 2002

Simple keys to sharing faith in Christ with others

Making a Difference Becoming a Hospital pt. 2 September 28/29, 2002 Intro: We’ve been spending the last few weeks talking about the importance of sharing our faith in Christ, and making a difference in our world for eternity. Today I want to talk a little more about that, and giving us each some ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist