Sermons on They That Mourn:

How To Start & Stop Church Wars Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Apr 5, 2015

"For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

Christianity For Dummies: How to Start & Stop Wars James 4:1-10 I. Introduction A. Have you ever heard of the "War of the Whiskers" or the "War of the Oaken Bucket" or the "War of Jenkins' Ear"? These were actual wars fought between nations! War is a fact of life. Not only are there wars ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Gathering To Worship Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 6, 2015

Worship that pleases God loves God's Word and lives God's Word.

Many times when people find out I’m a pastor, one of the first questions they ask is “What kind of church is it?” I’ve also had quite a few people who have visited our church ask the same thing. In most cases, I think what people want to know is if our church belongs to a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Entering Into A Season Of Divine Celebration

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Jul 20, 2014

Discover four simple truths that can take you from a dry season to a season of rejoicing and celebration.

INTRODUCTION It is a good thing to have cause to rejoice and celebrate. The opposite of rejoicing is to mourn. It isn’t a pleasant thing to be in a state of mourning. No one hopes and prays for a day of mourning; for any situation that will bring pain, sorrow and sadness to the person’s ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Real Men Do Cry Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 24, 2015

A study of the book of Ester chapter 4 verses 1 through 17

Ester 4: 1 – 17 Real Men Do Cry 1 When Mordecai learned all that had happened, he tore his clothes and put on sackcloth and ashes, and went out into the midst of the city. He cried out with a loud and bitter cry. 2 He went as far as the front of the king’s gate, for no one might enter ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Sermon On The Mount - Part 11 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jun 28, 2019

This is Part 11 in a 14-part series of studies I call “The Christian Character” as described by Jesus in what is familiarly known as the “Sermon on the Mount.” In this part Jesus tells his audience 3 things not to do for the sake of being seen. This teaching includes a model for prayer.

Part 11 - Three things to do, not to be seen by men, and a model prayer Sermon on the Mount The Christian Character Matthew 5:3 - 7:27 (Cf. Luke 6:20-49) This is Part 11 in a 14-part series of studies I call “The Christian Character” as described by Jesus as he delivered what is familiarly known ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18, 1 Corinthians 15:22-24, 1 Corinthians 15:50-51, 2 Peter 1:10-11, 2 Timothy 4:18, Acts 14:21-22, 2 Timothy 4:1, Luke 18:9-14, Matthew 6:9-13, Matthew 9:14-15, Matthew 6:5-15, Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 6:1-18, Matthew 5:48, Romans 5:10, Matthew 5:44, Leviticus 19:16-18, Romans 12:19, Matthew 5:38, Luke 6:20-49, Matthew 6:1, Matthew 4:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bin There Done That Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 3, 2011

A study of chapter 3 verses 1 through 15

Ecclesiastes 3: 1 – 15 Bin There Done That 1 To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven: 2 A time to be born, and a time to die; A time to plant, and a time to pluck what is planted; 3 A time to kill, and a time to heal; A time to break down, and a time to build ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Peace Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 16, 2012

1) Looking for Peace (Genesis 8:6), 2) Lacking of Peace (Genesis 8:7), and the 3) Locating of Peace (Genesis 8:8-11)

It has been painful to consider the gruesome details this week in the murder trial of Victoria Stafford. Her father has been particularly vocal with the media in his natural desire for justice. Although nothing will bring his daughter back, after much waiting, he expects to find some degree of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:6-11

Denomination: Other

The Crucifixion Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 5, 2016

The crucifixion of Jesus in Luke 23:26-43 shows us three significant statements of Jesus.

Scripture The Jews called for Jesus to be crucified. Both Herod and Pontius Pilate found that Jesus was not guilty of anything deserving death. Nevertheless, the Jews were urgent, demanding with loud cries that he should be crucified. Pilate relented and decided that their demand should be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Arrogance's Reward Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on May 9, 2016

Once again we come to judgment. What brings this doom is the same sin that was prominent in the second half of chapter two and is to bring the general doom on mankind – pride.

Isaiah 3:16-4:1 Arrogance’s Reward 9/10/00e D. Marion Clark Introduction Once again we come to judgment. This time it is embodied by the pronouncement made against the women of Jerusalem, though it will also include the men as well. What brings this doom is the same sin that was prominent ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You've Got A Friend Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 8, 2009

As David’s world begins to crumble around him, his friends begin to show up and lend their support. A true friend is someone who comes in when the whole world has gone out.

Introduction: A. Let me begin with a couple of stories that illustrate a contrast in friendship. B. The story is told of a man who came home to find two little girls on the steps of his appartment building. Both were crying uncontrollably; shedding big tears. 1. Thinking they might be hurt, the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Special Ops

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 9, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 21: 1 – 24

Leviticus 21: 1 – 24 Special Ops 21 And the LORD said to Moses, “Speak to the priests, the sons of Aaron, and say to them: ‘None shall defile himself for the dead among his people, 2 except for his relatives who are nearest to him: his mother, his father, his son, his daughter, and his brother; 3 ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Minute Lessons, Bulletin Inserts

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 10, 2014

Sometimes we need information or material for our bulletins or minute lessons. Maybe these will start a thought?

I call this minute sermons or bulletin fillers. I gladly give permission to use these and you need not give me any credit. Sometimes we just need a little thought to fill in space. Where are you today? Are you where you want to be? How long will you stay here? When will you change? Are you mad at ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

After The Resurrection Story

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 5, 2019

This message examines how not only Thomas initially doubted Jesus' resurrection, but all of the other disciples too. It's a message of redemption, understanding and true trust.

The “After The Resurrection” Story Scriptures: Mark 16:9-14, Luke 24:32, 44-45, I Cor. 15:1-8, 12-20 Jesus is still appearing to people today! His work is not done. Before we go into the heart of the message this morning, I want to read a poem from the book I am reading by Tom Doyle titled, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-14, Luke 24:32-45, 1 Corinthians 15:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Power & Spiritual Warfare Unveiled Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2020

The incredible power of prayer and it's effect on the Spiritual Battle is unveiled. How can we make a difference in the spiritual battle?

One of the most intriguing, mysterious, ignored and probably abused topics in all of Scripture is the matter of spiritual warfare. One of the most important but puzzling issues in all of Scripture is prayer and spiritual breakthrough. It’s puzzling because we all have questions about prayer. How ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-19

Denomination: Bible Church

God's Fresh Start (Revelation 21:1-8) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Nov 15, 2023

A practical, no-rapture, academically rigorous reading of Revelation. One day heaven and earth will be merged, and God will fully, entirely, dwell with his people.

At one point or another, most of us have felt the need for a fresh start in life. One Friday night, we finished our work, and looked at our paycheck, and decided that it wasn't worth it. We were tired of difficult bosses, or rude customers, or just the work itself. We looked at our job, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8