Sermons on This Old House:

Without A Vision

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 3, 2003

It is true that sinners do need to catch a revelation of God. But this verse was not written to sinners; rather, it was written to God’s people.

WITHOUT A VISION Scripture: Proverbs 29:18 INTRODUCTION This is an old revival theme. I have heard numerous sermons from this text; however, I believe the wrong emphasis is often placed on the message. Sermons from Proverbs 29:18 usually tell me about the terrible sinners of this world who are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Will It Cost You

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 27, 2008

Sermon focuses on our ability to make different choices as we prepare to enter into a new year.

What Will It Cost You? Scripture: Luke 14:27, 28, 33; Romans 6:1-11 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “What Will It Cost You?” This Thursday, should we live to see it, will begin a new year and 2008 will close. We witnessed things in 2008 that we did not see in previous ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Jesus Your Teacher? Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 9, 2004

If a fully trained student is like his teacher, we need to seriously consider who we allow to hold that position in our life and in our children’s lives.

In this part of Luke’s gospel we see how Jesus began to get into trouble with the religious leaders. Chapter 5 tells us how he touches a leper and later announces to a man that his sins are forgiven, then he demonstrates his authority to forgive by healing the man. He doesn’t fast like he’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:1-49

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Lost" Series

Contributed by Nicolas Campbell on Jun 2, 2012

inductive sermon on the parable of the lost coin.

Nicolas Campbell “Lost” Luke 15:8-10 June 3, 2012 Intro A. Story about Candaice finding my stuff I lose. B. I’m constantly losing my stuff. I’m telling you if I didn’t have Candice to find something of mine I would probably lose my left arm. In our story today we are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:8-10

Denomination: Christian Church

A Perfect Christmas - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 11, 2021

Isaiah 7 predicts how the Messiah is to be born. Isaiah 9 predicts how the Messiah will bless. Isaiah 11 predicts how the Messiah will rule.

One of America's favorite holiday songs this time of year is the classic, I'll Be Home for Christmas. The song was originally written during WW II to honor soldiers who longed to be home for the holidays. It's been sung by the likes of Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Kelly Clarkson, and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's Day 2000 

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 18, 2000

Our mothers need to be honored and appreciated.

INTRO.- Mothers. What can we say about them? Everything good and nothing bad. ILL.- Eight-year-old Mary wrote her mother a note for Mother’s Day. "Dear Mother, here is the box of candy I bought you for Mother’s Day. IT IS VERY GOOD CANDY. I KNOW, BECAUSE I ALREADY AT 3 PIECES." ILL.- ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Captivity Of A Nation Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jan 30, 2023

If punishment and discipline of a nation is ineffective, God will cause a nation to enter into captivity. Look at the nation of Judah and their captivity.

In our previous study, we ended with Jehoiakim being King of Judah and Nebuchadnezzar besieged Jerusalem. 2 Kings 24:1. 24 In his days Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came up, and Jehoiakim became his servant three years: then he turned and rebelled against him. Secular history calls this king ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 27:1-11, Jeremiah 25:8-11, 2 Kings 25:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ezra: A First Person Reflection (Part 2)

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Jan 20, 2017

Ezra reflects on the Exile, the Return, and the future

WWelcome back. It’s good to see you again. For those who were not here last week, I will introduce myself again. I am Ezra. I am, by vocation, a priest and a scribe, a record keeper. I am also a teacher of the Law. I served the Lord during the Restoration, the most exciting time in our history ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Fool's Gold Part 3 Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Oct 11, 2022

Elevate if you made God first in your life. See if you are fighting against God with Your excuses and selfishness.

Introduction During the Sermon on the Mount Jesus makes this statement to his followers. “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:21). Then further along in Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus tells us the first and greatest commandment is that you are to love the Lord the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

"Sir, Your Table Is Ready" Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Mar 11, 2002

An authentic biblical community celebrates Christ’s covenant. A message that examines the Lord’s Supper through the theme of "covenant."

His Name Is Jesus – Part 2 March 10, 2002 Big Idea: An authentic biblical community celebrates Christ’s covenant. INTRODUCTION A. There is a restaurant in Oak Brook that Kim and I would rank as our favorite place to go out for a nice evening. It is all the more special to us because we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Home Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Aug 5, 2006

In this continuing series we look at the "home" key as we discuss heaven

Introduction: WIZARD OF OZ VIDEO CLIP If only it was that easy! Click your heals, and you would be at a place called home. Dorothy is right, there is no place like home. Home is a special place, This Thursday we will gather around tables across America and share home cooked meals of Turkey, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Woman Of Faith - Hannah

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 11, 2012

Hannah faces a problem but she prays and experienced God's provision. When in hardships, watch how you respond. Hannah believes in prayer and eventually saw the miraculous work of God in her life.

1 Samuel 1:3-20 A Woman of Faith ES 13 May 12, 2095 Today is Mother’s Day, so I thought we would take a look at Prophet Samuel’s mother Hannah. • She is a woman of faith. Despite her very difficult situation, she did not lose faith in God. • She frequented the house of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:3-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"A Portrait Of The Church"

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 31, 2009

As we begin the New Year, our congregation needs to seek to further our work to be like the church described in the New Testament.

“PORTRAIT OF THE CHURCH” 1 PETER 2:4-10 OPEN On the wall near the main entrance to The Alamo in San Antonio, TX is a portrait with the following inscription: James Butler Bonham – no picture of him exists. This portrait is of his nephew, Major James Bonham, deceased, who greatly resembled ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Root System

Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Apr 5, 2001

A story sermon about a woman who is forced to examine the roots of her spirituality.

Sally sat in stunned silence as Dr. Shah finished reading the radiology report. Yes, the same Sally who was never at a loss for words, the one who had been dubbed Miss Sally Speakalot by her Grade 5 teacher. She had known all along that there was a history of breast cancer in her family. But, she ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Extreme Makeover: Christ Edition Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 25, 2005

God did an extreme makeover so we could be changed!

INTRODUCTION „X There are a lot of popular televisions shows we watch. There is the whole CSI genre, Miami, NY, Navy, Cold Case, Auburn. We have the ¡§who wants to marry me¡¨ shows. One of the genres that seems to be doing quite well is the makeover shows. „X These are the shows in which they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:3-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ