Sermons on The Present:

A Living Sacrifice

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on May 10, 2006

This message looks at the effect upon our lives of presenting ourselves to Christ as living sacrifices.

A Living Sacrifice Text: Romans 12:1-8 Introduction: The church is in the people-changing business. It’s what we do, really. We help people to enter into a personal relationship with God that has dramatic effect on their lives. I think of a couple that came to me recently and asked if I would do ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Friend At Midnight Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 17, 2005

The parable of the friend who came begging at midnight presents a contrast of need, concern, and ability.

The Friend at Midnight Luke 11:5-11 INTRO.: Have you ever felt betrayed by someone you felt you should be able to trust? Have you ever asked for a favor and been turned down by someone you thought should help? Has a neighbor disappointed you? In the neighborhood where I grew up, doors were never ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Purpose Of The Church- Evangelism Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 8, 2003

This sermon looks at 3 principles that Jesus used to earn the right to present the gospel to people

INTRODUCTION • What is one of the most intimidating things God calls us to do as Christians? What is the one thing that we are asked to do that sends shivers up most of our spines? • Evangelism is one of the most intimidating of the purposes of the church. The command to tell everyone about Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Healing - Check It Out Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Raisbeck on Aug 15, 2003

Part 2 of an article on divine healing. Two simple illustrations are presented to aid the analysis.

ILLUSTRATION #1 Phew, it was hot. Recently we were sitting on a train and over the PA system the announcement was made that cars outside were overheating in the high ambient temperature. The train was moving slowly, then stopping for several minutes then moving forward slowly... At this time I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:26, Hebrews 13:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Warning Of Hope

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

"The future should impact our present more than the past." Tony Campolo

Introductory Considerations - Impacted By The Past 1. As I look at my life, I can think of examples of past hurts and sins that impact my present - how I live, my confidence levels, my defensiveness, my lack of hope in certain situations. 2. I know for some of you how the past impacts your life ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jehovah Will Come If:

Contributed by Mel Bookout on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: There are certain qualifications we must meet if we are going to experience the presents of Jehovah.

Intro: There are certain qualifications we must meet if we are going to experience the presents of Jehovah. 1. God told Aaron and his sons that they had to stay at the entrance of the tabernacle for seven days. A. This was the price for their success. Josh 1:8 8 This book of the law shall not ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 9:1-4

Strange Land, Foreign Land, Promised Land Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 1, 2002

A poetic, impressionistic rendering of Matthew’s genealogy of Jesus, presented by two readers in dialogue

Every day is unique, every time is new. Never before have these same things happened, never again will this moment come. But the one who made this day, the one who is ever new, knows this moment. And knew that moment in which all things would be fulfilled. Each day is a gift. And each ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Gift

Contributed by Tiger Newkirt on Dec 20, 2002

Our heavenly Father has given us the ultimate present – The greatest gift of all.

Christmas is an exciting time and little Sammy was excited. He was 15 years old and Christmas was still to him a time of wonder. He was a happy child despite his handicap. You see Sammy was slightly mentally retarded. He still went to school, though he was 2 years behind. And he did the things ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Apostolic

Carrying Other People

Contributed by Yuen Woh Voon on Oct 28, 2001

This sermon presents 4 principles we need to observe when leading others to the Lord.

Carrying Other People People are self-centered — perhaps more than any other time in history. Urban migration, pressures of work and the demands of the family have left us with very little time for our friends. When we do have some time, we wish to relax and unwind in our own privacy. There is a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12, Proverbs 11:30

Denomination: Charismatic

Mary And The Blessed Sacrament

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 9, 2009

Mary’s example can inspire us as we strive to believe that Christ is present.

Mary and the Blessed Sacrament May 12, 2009 Today’s Marianist festival sits in a cluster of Marian commemorations from all over the world. Tomorrow we celebrate Our Lady of Fatima. In one diocese, today is the feast of Our Lady of Power. Yesterday was the commemoration of the apparition of Mary ...read more

Scripture: John 6:41-59

Denomination: Catholic

John The Baptist - The Messenger

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 7, 2011

The greatest Christmas present we could give anyone is to tell them about Jesus

WSG 11-12-11 John the Baptist Story: Helen Keller tells of the dramatic moment when Anne Sullivan first broke through her dark, silent world with the illumination of language: “We walked down the path to the well house, attracted by the fragrance of the honeysuckle with which it was covered. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Anglican

The Messiah And Facing Crisis Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 1, 2012

God is our ever-present help in time of need, and prayer is His hot line.

The Messiah and Facing Crisis Text: Matt. 26:36-46 Introduction 1. Illustration: This week I officially started my new business as an Aflac insurance agent. One of the most important things that Aflac programs do is to assist people when they are going through a crisis situation like an accident or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Methodist

The Least Of These Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Mar 5, 2012

A sermon on charity and missions designed to allow time to introduce a missionary to give a short presentation.

An umpire named Babe Pinelli once called Babe Ruth out on strikes. When the crowd booed with sharp disapproval at the call, the legendary Ruth turned to the umpire with disdain and said, "There’s 40,000 people here who know that the last pitch was ball, tomato head." Suspecting that the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Baptist

Why All The Noise? Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Sep 22, 2010

How do we interpret our present time? Do we understand the times?

“The Charge of the Light Brigade: Why All the Noise?” Jer. 4:11-12, 22-28 & 8:18-9:1; Mt. 24:3-14 & 36-44 Jesus, and the New Testament authors, spoke frequently about his second coming. One scholar indicated that 1 out of every 15 verses in the New Testament speaks about it. And yet we seldom ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Reveals His Glory At A Wedding

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 21, 2011

EPIPHANY 3 - Jesus reveals his glory at a wedding by his presence and with his present.

JESUS REVEALS HIS GLORY AT A WEDDING (Outline) January 23, 2011 - Epiphany 3 - JOHN 2:1-11 INTRO: Jesus’ public ministry in the flesh on earth lasted about three years. The gospels give us a detailed look at some important events in Jesus’ earthly life. We learn of ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran