Sermons on Thought Control:

Funeral For Phyllis Barbour

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Oct 10, 2006

A funeral sermon.

Phyllis Barbour October 10, 2006 Just about every funeral service begins with these words that I am about to speak. They have become familiar, but in their familiarity, have not lost their power. They have retained their meaning and their power because we have learned that we can trust God. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Christmas Courage: The Story Of Joseph Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 28, 2006

There are three points to this sermon. 1. God gives courage to ordinary people. 2. God gives us courage to overcome our doubts and fears. 3. God gives us courage to face the future.

(This sermon is a re-working of “The Nativity Story: The Courage of Joseph” by C. Raymond van Pletsen. I used some of the same wording and illustrations but changed the outline and applications. I only spoke of movies I had seen and since I am not a sports fan changed the ending.) Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Defense Or Offense? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 17, 2007

Exposition of the truth in Acts 7:1-53 regarding Stephen’s defense and indictment toward the Sanhedrin and the Jewish people’s rejection of Christ

Text: Acts 7:1-53, Title: Defense or Offense? Date/Place: NRBC, 10/21/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Martin Luther writes “(Christians) must be warriors, always equipped with their armor and weapons, and that the lot of a Christian is no leisurely existence, nor one of peace and security; rather ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-53

Denomination: Baptist

Connection With Christ - From Death To Life

Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Aug 8, 2007

Connection with christ -from death to life is a sermon about christian living reminding christians the need to remain connected with christ our source of power and authority. Colossians 3:1-4

In a team game called cricket, the position of a captain matters greatly which is the reason selectors or the cricket boards of teams always take their time in appointing captains for their teams. The captain is the leader of the team on and off the field of play. He is the link, the catalyst and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Will God Sue America For A Divorce?

Contributed by Wayne Doyle on Nov 14, 2007

America has lost her way.

Will God Sue America for Divorce? As I stand behind this Holy Desk this morning, my heart Aches for the USA that I Gave 20 years of my life defending as a member of the Armed Services. This is a sermon I never thought I would have to preach, but America has lost her way. The ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Said: Follow Me

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 29, 2007

If we are truly Christians and not simply churchgoers - this has real implications in our lives

NR/IC 01-07-07 This morning, I would like to look at one verse from our Gospel reading – verse 59 where Jesus said: "Follow me." In Mt 16, Jesus elaborates on what he means by following him when he said: If any one would come after me,he must deny himself and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Anglican

A Gift That Is Just Indescribable Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 24, 2008

This message examines the importance of the incarnation and Christ’s attitude in regard to the Christmas story.

Many times some very significant events slip under the radar and do not make the headlines. Many times it is due to the fact that the world’s eyes are fixed upon a seemingly larger event. For example, in 1809 the eyes of the world were on Napoleon as he marched across Europe. As the world watched ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Free Indeed: The Power Of Pride Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Jan 23, 2009

While we might not think it, pride can be an open door that Satan uses to inflict harm on us.

THE POWER OF PRIDE James 4:6-7 1 Peter 5:5-8 1. Illus. of Loraine at GPBC • Came to see me. Had a list of weird things going on in her life, things that were destroying her but that she had no explanation for. • As I listened, I began to try to fit what she was telling me into a model. Physical? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Third Bowl Judgment Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Nov 9, 2004

Third Bowl Judgment

Revelation 16:4-7, “4Then the third angel poured out his bowl on the rivers and springs, and they became blood. 5And I heard the angel who had authority over all water saying, "You are just in sending this judgment, O Holy One, who is and who always was. 6For your holy people and your prophets have ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:4-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Don't Miss The Baby Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

A look at those who missed the baby that first Christmas day.

Luke 2:1-7 – Don’t Miss the Baby (Carols Devotion) Two men went to the train station with a friend. The train was late so they sat down for a cup of coffee. They talked and drank and forgot about the train. Suddenly they heard the last announcement about the departing train. They all got up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7, Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Just A Simple Man

Contributed by W. Alderman on Oct 4, 2008

This sermon shows how God helps the simple or common man in his needs.

JUST A SIMPLE MAN Psalm 116 W. Max Alderman Bible Baptist Church INTRODUCTION: Spurgeon said this about the simple man: The Lord preserveth the simple. How delightful it is to be able to reflect on the character of God as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Isaiah 15-25 Death Swallowed Up Series

Contributed by Chuck Musselwhite on Feb 29, 2016

Exposition of Isaiah

Isaiah 15-25 Death Swallowed Up Judgment on 11 Countries 15-23 Judgment on The World Is 24 Death Swallowed Up Is 25 Intro: End of the World Hollywood is fascinated with the end of the world They love to produce movies that predict and show the demise of planet earth Often times they will choose ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is Able To Stand? Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 27, 2012

In the final day - 'who is able to stand before the Lord?' This is the question asked after the 6th seal at the end of Revelation 6.

“Who Is Able To Stand?” The Unveiling - #21 of Jerry Watts Revelation 6:9-17 * The last question in verse 17 is our first challenge of today. “Who is able to stand before the Lamb and the One on the throne in their day of wrath?” Just as surely as God sent the flood waters ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

Released From Fear

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Jun 7, 2015

Jesus did not use violence to tie up the strongman in our house, in our self. Jesus knew that the only way to release us from fear, from the strongman in our live is love. Love conquers all. He works love in us to release us from fear.

Mark 3: 20-35 RELEASED FROM FEAR Jesus had just started his ministry on earth. He had gathered to him twelve disciples and was touring the countryside bringing healing into people’s lives. His reputation preceded him and wherever he went there was a crowd gathered around him and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Impossible! Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 12, 2014

Jesus feeds 5000 men, plus women and children, with a Happy Meal.

• I know I will have some people's attention this morning because there are fish in the story. • Fishing and catching fish. • I don't think Jesus planned on taking his disciples fishing, but he wanted them to get away. • There were fish involved, however, in their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Baptist