Sermons on Thin Places:

"Experiencing Easter”

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

Deals with not just celebrating Easter but experiencing it by placing your faith in Jesus Christ who is alive!

“EXPERIENCING EASTER” TEXT: LUKE 23:32-43 Sunday, April 11, 2004 Now I will talk to the adults [sermon follows children’s message] about the meaning of Easter and having an Easter experience. There are three movies I want you to think about. The first one is It’s a Wonderful Life - George ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dry Bones Breathe

Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 8, 2005

Life can come to dead people, dead churches, and dead places through the power of God.

"Dry Bones Breathe!" (Or, Dead Men Live!) Ez. 37:1-14 Intro: Don’t give in to the temptation to yawn and think, "oh, just the vision of the valley of dry bones." One of the hardest things we have to combat in our reading of the Scriptures is the bland monotony of reading and re-reading a ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keeping The Dream Alive Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Oct 23, 2004

there comes a place called the graveyard of the dream which has a deadly toll on far too many

You have developed your dream, made it through the comfort zone, pushed the border bullies out of your way but wait, the land on the other side doesn’t quite look like much of a promise. Bruce Wilkinson, in his book The DreamGiver refers to this next stage of the dream as the wasteland—the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiders And Saints

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 15, 2004

The church is a place for saints...spiders are a problem...but sometimes a useful tool in God’s hands.

The WINDOW Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, Nc November 14, 2004 12Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.” 13When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12-37

Denomination: United Methodist

The Anticipation Of The King Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 23, 2006

In this sermon I want to show how all that took place in the life of Jesus was in fulfillment of prophecy.

Scripture We have just heard the story of Jesus’ birth told in the Lessons and Carols. There is a sense in which the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation is about the Lord Jesus Christ. However, we have listened to various passages of Scripture that deal specifically with the birth of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:19-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Spiritual Priorities

Contributed by Gary Birch on Jul 14, 2006

What are our Spiritual priorities? Have we got God in the correct place in our life?

Distinguished American preacher, Haddon Robinson points out that one old recipe for rabbit stew starts with this injunction: "First catch the rabbit." Robinson notes: "The writer knew how to put first things first. That’s what we do when we establish priorities -- we put the things that should be ...read more

We Shall See Jesus

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Feb 4, 2003

Heaven is a beautiful place according to the Bible. But, Jesus will be the most beautiful of the sights which are there for me.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism We Shall See Jesus By- Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. Prayer:Heavenly Father; forgive us our sins against Thee. Let us look to you right now. Praise you my Lord, and lift up Thy Son Jesus among this people today. Let us see Jesus! In Christ My ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Lepers Journey Towards The Lord

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Feb 4, 2003

During this message we will discover the three episodes that took place as the leper journied towards the Lord.

Text: Matthew 8:1-4 The Leper’s Journey Towards The Lord Let’s examine the three episodes that took place the day The leper sought healing from the Lord. The first episode that took place was… A. The Leper’s Cry (vv. 1-2) a. The leper could have spent his time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Dynamics Of Baptism In The Life Of A Believer

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 14, 2004

This message looks at the Place and Significance of Baptism in the life of a believer as well as the Future after baptism for the Believer

THE DYNAMICS OF BAPTISM IN THE LIFE OF A BELIEVER MATT 28:19-20; 3:13-16; ROM 6:1-7; ACTS 2:41-47 INTRODUCTION: During the earthly ministry of Jesus, there were two, maybe three activities He considered vital to the walk of a believer in Christ. Not essential for salvation, yet essential in a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-7, Matthew 3:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Path To Peace And Comfort

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Apr 12, 2004

A funeral message - Jesus tells of the peace he offers, the place he prepares, and the path to take.

As I talked with Glenda and Janice about their mother, Madge, one theme came up over and over – Madge’s love for people, most especially her family, and her hospitality brought people together. I heard of family gatherings at her house, her cooking, and her unshakeable positive outlook on life and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Matters Most? Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 30, 2004

Love and learning to love are the most important activities. The church is the special God-given place to learn.

What Matters Most Purpose Driven Life #16 Cornwall November 29, 2003 Life is made up of many activities and many things we can focus on. However, there is one focus, which is the one, and only and most important focus, from God’s point-of-view. Paul said it best, as he declared in: Ga.5.14. Love ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:14, Galatians 6:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Redemptive Relationships: The Family Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 14, 2003

The family is a place where we learn about: 1. Healing. 2. Worth. 3. Service.

Diane Kesecker tells a story about an event that took place around the dinner table in their home one evening: “We were trying to stretch our budget while my husband, Kent, and I were in Bible school. One night, Kent was in charge of dinner and served ‘shepherd’s pie’ — much to the dismay of our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Ordination

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Apr 18, 2002

The gifts that God places in each one of are particularly suited to the ministry in which we find ourselves.

Ordination Sermon for Chad Moir 21 April 2002 Mark 4:1-9 / 1Timothy 4:14-16 Rev. Roger Haugen “Listen, a sower went out to sow.” “Listen, today we send a sower out to sow”. Who is the Chad that you know? Help me out – I have my list but it may not include the Chad that you know. I first knew ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:14-16, Mark 4:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Color Of Your Heart

Contributed by Brian Credille on Feb 3, 2001

Jesus placed high importance on the purity of the heart. Why is the color of your heart so important?

"The Color of Your Heart" Matthew 5:8 INTRODUCTION The teachings of Jesus were continually aimed at the hearts of men and women. The religion of Jesus requires purity of heart. Any faith or philosophy that moves away from purity is not of God. Jesus would change our hearts and minds. Why is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Positioning For A Miracle

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 27, 2001

This sermon deals with Elijah and the way he had to be in the right place to receive a miracle from the Lord.

Positioning For A Miracle 10/15/2000 1 Kings 17:1-12 Luke 19:1-9 Pastor Toby and I have gone to a few volleyball games to watch some of the girls play. Just before the game starts, the girls all get into this squat like position, with their hands locked together moving from side to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16, Luke 19:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed