Sermons on The Song Of Solomon 4:15:

Diminshing Returns: When The Secondary Becomes Primary Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Because of their love for God, they choose to leave the comforts they had preferred for the rigors of rebuilding their home land. They were zealous for the house of God and they had left many of their friends, family members, and comfortable lives behind.

Throughout the month of October, our church celebrates our 125-year heritage. And as we celebrate all that God has done for us, we know that God is continuing to do a great work even now. This past week a young man emailed me the following message: “Scott, I just felt the need to let you know ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Honor The Lord

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Nov 3, 2005

People should take actions to honor the Lord.

#2005-44 Title: Honor the Lord Text: I Kings 5:1-7; 6:11-14; 7:51 Truth: People should take actions to honor the Lord (Lifeway). Aim: to help you honor the Lord. Life ?: How can we honor the Lord. INTRODUCTION It was David slaying the giant Goliath when a 42 year-old black woman on a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Am I Living For

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 29, 2005

This topic deals with the reality that money, things, and pleasure are not worth dedicating our lives too. We need to discover our purpose in God.

What Am I Living For? GNLCC 1/9/2005 Ecclesiastes 1:16-2:11 Matthew 22:34-40 If you were to take an honest examination of your life today, how would you answer the question “what am I living for.” What is it that you believe is worth your spending your life in the way you’re spending ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Da Vinci Code: Who Was Mary Magdalene Series

Contributed by Ken Baugh on Feb 8, 2006

This sermon decodes the faulty perspective of Mary Magdalene’s role as depicted in the book The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown

WHO WAS MARY MAGDALENE? Beyond The Da Vinci Code – Part 8 Tonight we’re in part eight of our series Beyond The Da Vinci Code and the question that we’re going to tackle is Who was Mary Magdalene? I. QUOTES FROM THE CODE As you know if you’ve read the book, Mary Magdalene is central to Dan ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:55

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Steps To A Great Life

Contributed by Phillip Krueger on Nov 25, 2008

Here are three steps we can take to have a great life in 2009.

THREE STEPS TO A GREAT LIFE First Christian Church 12-30-0 1. In a Charlie Brown cartoon, Lucy was talking to Linus. Pointing to a mountain, she said, “On the other side of that hill is happiness. When I get old enough to climb that hill, I will go all the way over to the other side where the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship Is A Matter Of Who, Not How

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 1, 2014

If we fail to meet the Lord Christ in worship, our efforts will be futile.

“The hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.” [1] Christians have been fighting ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

By Faith Alone Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 17, 2020

Jews and Gentiles are saved by faith alone in Christ alone.

The first sermon I gave was over 40 years ago at a Young Life gathering. I’m glad there is no audio or video evidence of that sermon! Over the last twenty years, I’ve been preaching multiple services nearly every weekend. You’d think I’d get the hang of it by now. I’ve been invigorated by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

He'll Take Care Of The Rest Series

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Feb 18, 2016

King David's example of extravagant giving challenges New Testament believers.

Introduction: David is nearing the end of his reign as king. He is an old man, but he has a mission. He wanted to build the temple, but God would not allow it. Instead, David had Solomon crowned king. David then gave Solomon the plans and the materials for the new temple. God did not allow ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Focused Heart Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 21, 2011

In this lesson, we explore what it means to have a rightly or wrongly focused heart. Jesus had a rightly focused heart, and we can have a heart like His.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who was out golfing with a few friends. 1. As they stood on the tee box looking toward the next green, the man said, “Sure seems like a long way off.” No one responded. a. As he teed up his ball, the man said, “Sure is a narrow ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lust For Power - Adonijah Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 19, 2012

There is a fierce lust for power in every sphere of life these days, that includes the Christian circle as well.

Adonijah ! 1 King 1:50”Now Adonijah was afraid of Solomon; so he arose, and went and took hold of the horns of the altar.” There is a fierce lust for power in every sphere of life these days, that includes the Christian circle as well. The society is awash with brazen disregard for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 1:1-53

Denomination: Pentecostal

Treasures Of Wickedness Profit Nothing

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Mar 24, 2021

Treasures of wickedness profit nothing, but righteousness delivers from death.

Introduction: Making A Name In the mid-1800s, Texas rancher Samuel Augustus Maverick refused to brand his cattle. When neighboring cowboys came upon a calf without a brand, they called it a “maverick.” The word entered the English language and came to refer to a person who takes an independent ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:1-15, Psalm 37:25

Denomination: Baptist

What Shall I Wear?

Contributed by Rickey Shive on Mar 12, 2002

We live in a world of constant change, including trends in the types and style of clothing we wear. What is appropriate dress for a Christian? Hopefully, this lesson will answer that for us.

Introduction: A daily question (or at least a daily decision) most everyone asks (or makes) is - What shall I wear today? For mankind, when answering this question certain considerations come into play: 1. What’s the occasion? - work - dinner with the family - sporting event - ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Building An Attractive Church"

Contributed by Gary Smith on Mar 15, 2003

If you were looking for a church to serve as your home church, what kind of church would you look for?

Lexington Church Of God, March 16th, 2003 PM Service “Building An Attractive Church” Text: Acts 2:41-47 (KJV) 41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Church Of God

Heart Problems Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 26, 2005

Acts 2 - Early Christian Community

12-year-old girls were beginning to use lipstick and would put it on in the bathroom. then they would press their lips to the mirror leaving dozens of little lip prints. Every night the maintenance man would remove them and the next day the girls would put them back. Several memos were posted about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ark Of The Covenant Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Mar 11, 2007

The Ark of the Covenant, its contents and their significance

In our examination of the Tabernacle, as described in Hebrews 9, we now come to the heart of the Tabernacle – the Holy of Holies or the Holiest of All. This area was hidden away from inquisitive eyes. First there was the outer fence, next the thick, four layered coverings of the tabernacle itself ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:3-6, Joshua 3:3-6

Denomination: Baptist