Sermons on Thorny Ground:

Israel In The End Times

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011

It can get very confusing when we talk about Israel and the end times. But here is what Jesus says on the matter.

Passage: Matthew 24:15-28 Intro: Any study of the end times can get very confusing very quickly. 1. approaches, viewpoints, interpretations abound. 2. but the more I study God’s word, the more I am convinced that God speaks with incredible clarity. 3. and we need to come to this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:15-28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Four Truths About Death

Contributed by Larry Finley on Sep 2, 2008

Death is certain

FOUR TRUTHS ABOUT DEATH 8/24/08 John 8:21-24 Hope Baptist Church 1. Death Subject most try to avoid a. All who are going to die – Pls Stand b. all who know the day/month/hour – pls be seated c. all who want to die right now remain standing! 1. PEOPLE DIE A. Scriptural 1. 3xs in 4 Vs. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 8:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Mind Full Or Soul Full?

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 2, 2008

❶ Mind Full, of life & it’s problems OR ❷ Soul Full HOW? 1. BE PEACEFUL 2. BE BOASTFUL 3. BE THANKFUL 4. BE JOYFUL 5. BE FAITHFUL

(USE SONG "His Eye Is On the Sparrow) Chester-born and raised in Philadelphia, Ethel Waters was an African-American jazz singer and actress of legendary stature. Born in horrendous conditions, she triumphed over all adversity with the sheer power of her will and talent to become both a Broadway and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Want Your Church? No Smoking Or Beware Of Flames?

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Oct 31, 2007

A message to compel to seek for, and how we can have Revival in our lives and churches

Intro: There’s an old saying that goes”Where there is smoke there is fire.” Well how do you want church this morning do you want it “No Smoking” or do you want a sign that says “Caution: Beware of flames? Look what Strongs concordance says about fire. Fire, flames, supernatural fire, fire for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love Gifts Under The Tree Series

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Jan 7, 2009

Maybe we should forgo the gift wrap, fridge the fruitcake, and let love be our greatest aim for Christmas.

Love Gifts under the Tree Michael Wiley 12/21/08 1 Corinthians 13 John 3:16 Introduction: Finished Shopping? What kind of gifts are you looking for? We look for gifts for Christmas that show our love for others. Joke; one man asked another, “what are you getting your wife?” “I’ll wrap myself.” ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transformed By Gods Light Series

Contributed by Dan Myer on Apr 16, 2008

Sin is the proprietor of great evil upon the hearts and minds of man… It has brought destruction, death and pain…It hides in the dark places… God wants to shine His light into our hearts…exposing and removing the harmful and destructive scars that si

“TRANSFORMED” God’s light comes on! Pastor Dan Myer “…God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.”- 1 John 1:5 “…God, commanded the light to shine out of darkness, and has shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.”- 2 Corinthians ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is God?

Contributed by Larry Bussard on Jun 8, 2008

The nature and character of God

God I. His general characteristics a. The self existing one – the I AM – Ex 3:14 Exodus 3:14 (NIV) God said to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ’I AM has sent me to you.’" b. The creator – Gen. 1:1 Genesis 1:1 (NIV) In the beginning God created the heavens and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Communication In Marriage

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 28, 2008

Understanding and Improving Communication in Marriage

COMMUNICATION DR. DAVID IBELEME  Relationship is the position you hold in respect of another or to someone else.  The major problem in marriage is disrespect for one another, however, this primarily or mainly manifests in the form of breakdown in communication.  One can ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Will They Know There Is A Prophet In Their Midst? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 3, 2012

We are made prophets by our baptism; shall we act as prophets to this culture of death?

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 8, 2012 Verbum Domini Beloved of God, listen to the words that a priest or deacon spoke to you at your baptism: [God] now anoints you with the chrism of salvation. As Christ was anointed Priest, Prophet and King, so may you live always as members of his body, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 2:2-5

Denomination: Catholic

Into All The World

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 8, 2017

Jesus said to to go, make, baptize and teach what?

Intro Among the notable sayings of Jesus are the Great Commandments and the Great Commission. Purpose Let’s look at the Great Commission that Jesus gave to His Church. Plan Let’s explore this in Matthew 28:16-20. Matthew 28:19 Go In Matthew 28:19 the first verb in the Great Commission is to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope That Comes From Disaster Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 30, 2017

This is the 16th sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#16] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM DISASTER Job 3:16 Introduction: This sermon title for our chapter 3 verse 16 text sounds like an oxymoron; but it is very true. Many of you know that I struggle with some health issues, just as my son Tharon does. The main ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Dangerous Climate Change And The End Of The Earth

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 24, 2018

Our earth is collapsing and the end is near.

In February 2005, a scientific symposium on avoiding dangerous climate change through the stabilization of greenhouse gases was held at the Hadley Centre for Climate Prediction and Research, in Exeter, England. It attracted 200 renowned scientists from some 30 countries. The conference warned ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Evil Influence Of Wrong Foundation

Contributed by Sam Hunsu on Jul 1, 2016

In everything we do, whether physically or spiritually, there must be a foundation. It is the foundation of a building that will determine if a building will be stable and durable. In anything we do or intend to do, the foundation is very important.

In everything we do, whether physically or spiritually, there must be a foundation. It is the foundation of a building that will determine if a building will be stable and durable. In anything we do or intend to do, the foundation is very important. Foundational problems are the most difficult ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Day After A Miracle Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 31, 2017

Getting God's battle strategy.

A. A COMMAND OF SEPARATION “God told Joshua to make knives and circumcise the sons of those who had been slaves in Egypt (40 years ago). Their fathers died in the wilderness because of their unbelief and rebellion. Their sons had never been circumcised” (Josh. 5:2-9, Amplified). ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:2-15

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Mercy

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 10, 2017

God's mercy comes first to us personally, and from there, we can show mercy to others. In fact, being merciful to ourselves may be crucial to our ability to be merciful to others.

Divine Mercy Sunday I saw a picture of a lady with a post-it note on her forehead that said, "Be merciful to yourself." God's mercy comes first to us personally, and from there, we can show mercy to others. In fact, being merciful to ourselves may be crucial to our ability to be merciful to ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Catholic