Sermons on Thomas A Kempis:

The Twelve Men Who Shaped The World – Session 7, Thomas And Matthew Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Aug 13, 2006

Have you ever had a dream crushed? Have you ever totally devoted yourself to something only to see it fail? Have you ever felt complete despair in the midst of suffering? Have you ever doubted so thoroughly what you had taken to be true that you doubted e

Have you ever had a dream crushed? Have you ever totally devoted yourself to something only to see it fail? Have you ever felt complete despair in the midst of suffering? Have you ever doubted so thoroughly what you had taken to be true that you doubted everything? Have you ever lost a friend you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Eyes Of A Doctor Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 14, 2020

If you want to truly help people recover from failure, lead with compassion, not condemnation; lead by example, not by examination; and lead with wisdom; not words. To put it succinctly, see with the eyes of a doctor, not a judge.

A man went to see his doctor in an acute state of anxiety. “Doctor,” he said, “you have to help me. I'm dying. Everywhere I touch it hurts. I touch my head and it hurts. I touch my leg and it hurts. I touch my stomach and it hurts. I touch my chest and it hurts. You have to help me, Doc, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Thomas: From Pouter To Doubter To Shouter

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 1, 2015

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From Pouter to Doubter to Shouter John 20:24-29 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/thomas.html We know less about Thomas than some of the disciples. We don't know his trade or how or when Jesus called him. [unlike several others] He may have been a twin. Thomas is Aramaic for twin. Didymus is ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

Navigating The Waves Of Doubt

Contributed by Joel Smith on May 25, 2015

A little doubt will do you good if you learn to navigate its waves.

Navigating the Waves of Doubt John 20:24-31 This morning I want to introduce an idea to you that is so counterintuitive, you won’t believe me when I first tell you. I’m going to talk to you about doubt today and you’re going to doubt the truthfulness of my main point. Here it ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Baptist

Mercy: God's Greatest Blessing

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Mar 12, 2002

Let us build a bridge of mercy and extend the mercy we have received to the guilty.

Mercy. The gift given to the guilty. Mercy is a word you will hear used in the legal system. After the conviction has been made, the jury has unanimously declared your guilt, and the sentence is about to be handed down, MERCY is begged for. Your advocate may say, “We would like to throw ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Prayer That Pleases God

Contributed by Todd Schäve on Nov 6, 2001

What does it take to come near to God?

Prayer That Pleases God What does it take to come near to God? “Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Grieve, mourn and wail. Change ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Do These Things Bother You?

Contributed by Johnny Bley on Feb 18, 2002

Why do Christians have a problem with Jesus being the only access to God? He is the way, the truth and the life.

Do These Things Bother You? John 14:6 Let me share with you some things that bother me today: telemarketers who call at 8:58 PM or any other time; kids without respect for anything or anyone; motorized scooters; rap music; a lack of commitment that permeates our society; certain cap-less ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Brings Change

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 11, 2003

The following are nine ways to allow the Holy Spirit to bring about changes that will please the Lord and allow you to bear greater fruit

How the Holy Spirit Brings Change (2 Cor. 3:18) Quote: Everything continues in a state of rest unless it is compelled to change by forces impressed upon it. Issac Newton, First Law of Motion. "And all of us, as with unveiled face, because we continued to behold in the Word of God as in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18, 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Wretch Like Me

Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 7, 2008

No sinner is beyond the reach of Jesus Christ.

Title: A Wretch Like Me Text: 1 Timothy 1:12-16 Theme: No sinner is beyond the reach of Jesus Christ. Introduction: The Conversion Of John Newton At a young age, John Newton went to sea. Like most sailors of his day, he lived a life of rebellion and [wickedness]. For several years, he worked on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Many Ways And The One Work Of God Series

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 24, 2008

Are we in the process of building a Church or saving souls.

The many ways and the One work of GOD Acts 11:19-30 (Title taken from another sermon) It is interesting to see how God works in many ways to achieve the one goal, evangelize the world There was a man who approached two laborers. “What are you doing?” the man asked the first laborer. “Can’t you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Observations: What Grows A Church?

Contributed by Lee Houston on Apr 7, 2022

What are the characteristics of a growing church?

Observations: What Grows A Church? Scripture: Romans 7:7, Matthew 5:18 Summary: What are the characteristics of a growing church? I was puzzled: What are the characteristics of a growing church? I have a master’s degree, a research degree that taught me how to conduct qualitative studies and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7, Matthew 5:18

Iv Domingo Ordinario-- No Te Quebrante Delante De Ellos !

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 29, 2022

“Agradezco su opinión y espero contar con su apoyo en el próximo juego.”

El pasaje de las Escrituras que Jesús acaba de leer del profeta Isaías data de hace 700 años. Entonces Jesús, un muchacho del lugar, carpintero de familia de escasos recursos, anuncia, en efecto, que él es el Mesías enviado por Dios. Esta es la primera ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-19, Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Catholic

Doubting Thomas Encounters The Risen Lord

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Mar 15, 2001

Thomas heard of the resurrection second-hand and had to have a personal encounter with Jesus before he came to faith.

DOUBTING THOMAS ENCOUNTERS THE RISEN LORD The first Easter Sunday morning was a time of indescribable joy - Jesus had risen from the dead. Friday was the day of the funeral, but Sunday turned it into a festival! It was almost too good to be true. The disciples could hardly take it in. One ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Baptist

Thomas - Moment Of Doubt Life Of Faith

Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 14, 2007

A sermon that considers Thomas’ moment of doubt in relation to the broader canvas of His life of faith. Contains a good account from Smith Wigglesworth’s life and a teaching from Derek Prince.

Put your hand up if you have ever been through a hard time!!! Most of us have been through some trials and difficulties. Even when we were born it wasn’t easy. let’s focus for a moment on the reading for today. Thomas had been through a hard time. He had just a few days earlier to this ...read more

Scripture: John 20:18-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thomas Enables Us To Deal With Doubt

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Apr 22, 2006

2nd Sunday of Easter - Through the fellowship of the church, and the power of God’s Spirit, we are invited to place our doubt before God - who can increase our faith.

2nd Sunday of Easter April 23, 2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, the resurrection of your Son, Jesus the Christ, is the greatest news that the world ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran