Sermons on Think Back:

Life Over Death Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 4, 2016

The power of God, when displayed, can cause the deepest doubt to erase. It can bring to life even the most bitter of hearts; cause faith to be birthed. When Lazarus was raised, how do you think it grew the Disciples faith? How about yours?

Life over Death John 11:1-44 Several promises in today’s passage … excellent faith builder Read John 11:1-44 / Pray Point 1 - Jesus is our Friend (1-16) Jesus receives word that Lazarus is sick; intimacy of relationship in v3 But, Jesus gives a promise (v4); shows His thinking is far ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Returns Home One Last Time Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jul 15, 2007

They say, “You can never go back.” “They” are right for the most part – and there really is no need to, except to allow where and who we have been to give us a proper perspective on who we have become. I cannot help but wonder how much of that Jesus felt

Philip Yancey, in his book, The Jesus I Never Knew, gives this illustration: "George Buttrick, former chaplain at Harvard, recalls that students would come into his office, plop down on a chair and declare, ’I don’t believe in God.’ Buttrick would give this disarming reply: ’Sit down and tell me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:53-58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Having, Losing, Choosing

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 31, 2009

Whatever we think we possess can be lost. God gives it to us for only so long as we need it, but after that it becomes an idol. We must choose to give away time, talent, treasure for things that do last, and for life itself.

Almost nothing that you and I count on to be permanent really is permanent. Almost everything that we think will last forever, it turns out, can be destroyed. Anything we have we can also very easily lose. We live in a monumental city. Capitol Hill, the monuments, the Federal Triangle, the White ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19

Denomination: Baptist

The Clanging Gongs & Crashing Symbols Of Christmas

Contributed by Charles Newman on Dec 12, 2009

When Christians get caught up with the traditions of Christmas, we have a tendency to forget the real reason behind this special celebration - LOVE. If we removed the commercialism from Christmas, would it be the same? I don’t think the world would know w

Illustration - For Always In 1994 two Americans answered an invitation from the Russian Department of Education to teach morals and ethics (based on Biblical principles) in the public schools. They were invited to teach at prisons, businesses, the fire and police departments, and a large ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Forgivable & Unforgivable Sin? Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Aug 13, 2018

Jesus talked about a sin that was unforgivable, or unpardonable. What is the unpardonable sin? Is it possible that a believer can commit it? Let's do some hard thinking about what Jesus said in Matthew 12:30-32 and what the book of Hebrews says.

The Paradoxical Sayings of Jesus: Forgivable & Unforgivable Sin? Matthew 12:30-32 This morning we consider another of Jesus' paradoxical statements: "Therefore I say to you, any sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven people, but blasphemy against the Spirit shall not be forgiven. 32 Whoever speaks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:30-32, Hebrews 6:1-7, Hebrews 3:12-15

Denomination: Bible Church

When You've Done Something You Swore You'd Never Do

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 24, 2004

This passage deals with a horrible sin committed by people who I’m sure didn’t think they could ever sink that low. What does God have to say to those in our congregations who’ve done things that they never thought they would?

- I was going to skip this passage, because, to be honest, it’s disgusting/I’m not saying it isn’t inspired Scripture, I’m not saying that it didn’t happen, I’m just saying that it’s disgusting. - not all of Scripture is pleasant to read. - but God opened up to me a message from within this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How God Sees His Word

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on May 9, 2018

This message asks the question "Do you see God's Word the same way He sees it?" To the degree that we see the Bible like God sees the Bible will determine how much of God's blessings we walk in.

I want to talk a little about how God sees His Word. We’re going to look at a lot of scripture that show us how God views His Word. And as we do this, I want you to ask yourself the question: “Do I see God’s Word the same way He sees it?” To the degree that we see things the way God sees them will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:11-13, 2 Peter 1:15-21, 1 Peter 1:23-25, Hebrews 13:17-19, Hebrews 1:1-3, Romans 10:14-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakfast With Jesus

Contributed by Richard Francis on May 18, 2007

If you have turned from Jesus, feel far from him, he is closer than you think ready to met with you prepared to forgive and restore, all you need to do is ask and recive his unconditional and never ending love, are you ready?

This is an amazing message for us and the Church Why, it tells of God and his heart for all of us brings us hope eternal and true Why, well its tells of forgiveness and love beyond belief Why, through this we see the foundation of the universe it self here is Gods fingerprint his blue print for ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Timing In Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 3, 2021

David had already defeated them once, you’d think he’d feel confident he could ‘do it again.’ But David inquired of the Lord, and God told him to circle behind them and wait for the sound of angels marching before he attacked!

TIMING IN SPIRITUAL WARFARE 2 Sam. 5:17-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A doctor had trouble with his plumbing. The pipes in his bathroom began to leak. The leak became bigger and bigger. 2. Even though it was 2 A.M. the doctor decided to call his plumber. Naturally the plumber was upset at being ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:17-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Big Question

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 17, 2007

If the Lord were standing right here today and were to ask you the question, what would you say? This is the watershed question. What you think of Jesus is also a watershed in our lives. The Bible says which side of this question we land on determines

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO The Big Question Matthew 16:13-20 Introduction: Did you hear the one about the chauffer whose job it had been to drive a famous scientist to a series of presentations about a new discovery. After several days, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Winning In The Now

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 16, 2020

We must never forget, no matter what we may ever be told or think we see, we win! We win, in the end! And I would tell you just as important as the news is we win in the end! We also, win in the now!

Winning in the Now! I have decided to follow Jesus, I have decided to follow Jesus, I have decided to follow Jesus, No Turning Back, No Turning Back... Those are the words to an amazing hymn. Maybe you’ve never sang those words, but if you have...what do they mean to you? To me, they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:35, John 16:33, Philippians 3:17-21, John 10:9-10, 2 Peter 1:5-9, Lamentations 3:22-23, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 2:19-22, Jeremiah 33:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Forgivness Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

One of the things I love about this prayer is that it doesn’t pretend there aren’t real problems around us. It confronts the real needs in the world – pain and hunger. The Lord’s Prayer is designed to change our priorities and to reverse our thinking.

This is the fourth message for us to look at the Lord’s Prayer. And it’s the richest single source in the entire Bible of information on how to pray. One story stands out about the importance of the Lord’s Prayer in the life of a Christian is from a gentleman who attends at NRH, Mike O’Neil. Mike ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Luke 11:1-4, Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

10 Things God Does With Your Sins

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 18, 2019

God laid our sins on Christ, hurled them into the sea, stomped them under His feet, threw them behind His back, blotted them out, refuses to remember them, takes them away as far as East from West, cleanses them, and nails them to the Cross.

10 THINGS GOD DOES WITH YOUR SINS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Why the Preacher got Arrested 1. A man lost two buttons from his shirt and put them in his pants pocket. But the pocket had a hole, so the buttons fell into his shoe. Unfortunately, the shoe sole also had a hole, so he lost the buttons. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Will Provide

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 30, 2003

Go ahead and trust him with the needs of your life - I didn’t say wants, the things that we think we need - but what do we really need. God will provide the right thing, at just the right place, at just the right time.

In view of life’s difficult circumstances many of us must wonder from time to time whether or not God really cares for us or not. All of us have had perplexing situations that we have had to deal with. All of us have had needs which we have earnestly prayed over. I want you to know this morning ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Nativity Story: The Love Of God

Contributed by C. Raymond Van Pletsen on Oct 27, 2006

The most perfect love gift ever given was the gift God gave at Christmas – the gift of His Son. To help us appreciate that gift, think for a moment of the Nativity scenes you have probably seen all around at Christmas. They usually feature shepherds and W

THE LOVE OF GOD The Stable In Bethlehem Tells Us Of The Love Of God The Infant In The Manger Tells Us Of The Love Of God INTRODUCTION Pastor: Choose an introduction that illustrates from your life the fact that we seek out gifts that say “I love you.” Shopping for a Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ