Sermons on Thus Saith The Lord:

Biblical Misconceptions Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 28, 2009

Exposition of Acts 28:1-6 regarding four biblical misconceptions found in this text

Text: Acts 28:1-6, Title: Biblical Misconceptions, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/27/09, AM A. Opening illustration: Stanford Research Institute was studying the differences in vocational perceptions. They devised a short but succinct test. The first to be tested was an engineer. The researchers asked him: “ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by David Smith on Oct 5, 2009

Then Jesus and his disciples set out for the villages around Caesarea Philippi. On the way he was asking his disciples, "Who do people say I am?" They answered him, "Some say John the Baptist, others Elijah, and still others one of the prophets." Then he

Then he began to teach them that the Son of Man would have to suffer a great deal and be rejected by the elders, the high priests, and the scribes. Then he would be killed, but after three days he would rise again. He was speaking about this matter quite openly. Peter took him aside and began to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Xenophobia Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 8, 2009

Exposition of Acts 28:11-16 about the hospitality shown to the Apostle Paul on his last few weeks of being transported to Rome

Text: Acts 28:11-16, Title: Xenophobia, Date/Place: NRBC, 10/11/09, AM A. Opening illustration: Clark Griswold’s determination to have a good old fashion family Christmas, the story of Maria with eight children in El Salvador in wartime, and the four eggs B. Background to passage: After recovering ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Conditioned For A God Event (Part 2)

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Oct 8, 2009

This sermon examines some of the conditions that open the way to a God event.

Last week we examined some conditions that open the way to a God event. Throughout history we have heard and read accounts of significant God events. - It was a God event when Moses led the Israelite people out of Egypt. - It was a God event when Moses was used of God to part the waters of the Red ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Sermon For Proper 23, October 11, 2009

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Oct 10, 2009

A camel can go through the needle’s eye

19th Sunday after Pentecost [Pr. 23] October 11, 2009 “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, we come to worship in order that we might be near to you and learn from you how we might live our lives as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Lutheran

The Good News Is The Bad News Was Wrong

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 12, 2009

The devil is a master at presenting enough evidence to make it appear that he has won but the good news is he is a liar.

I came to this place today with a word in my spirit; I came to tell somebody that everything is not as it appears. I came to tell somebody who has been overwhelmed by their circumstances {there is more to this than meets the eye} I have got to get somebody to shift out of the natural into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:34-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Survey Of The Book Of Acts Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 20, 2009

This message is a part of a series that surveys the entire Bible. It is based upon the study guide from an older Chuck Swindoll series. This message surveys the book of Acts.

Well today it’s back on the road again. We are going to resume our journey along God’s Route 66. This segment of the journey will take us through the book of Acts. We are not first-century persons, hampered by all the physical and cultural limitations of a pre-scientific society. At the same time ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Word Speaks Louder Than Actions Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 26, 2009

Has God really rejected Israel forever? It’s a touchy subject, but one Paul deals with strongly in these chapters. If God has not cast them away forever, then how do they, and us, reach God? By the Word.

We’ve been talking about Israel. There are many believe that God has turned His back on those who were His people. I believe Romans 9-11 provide proof that this is not the case. Paul was so concerned about his brethren that if would have become accursed if they would come to faith. He continues ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Welcome Home Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Apr 28, 2009

This week we examine the parables of "lostness" focusing on the parable of "The Compassionate Father and His Two Lost Sons." While the prodigal son’s lostness is obvious, the elder son is lost in his own way as well.

Parables of Jesus Welcome Home Luke 15:11-32 April 26, 2009 A family had put the carcass and scraps from their turkey dinner in a trash bag and set it outside next to the back steps intending to clean up and then put the bag in the can after making sure that nothing else needed to go in the bag. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Church Of God

Joined By The Cross Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Apr 30, 2009

We are one in Christ, joined together by the Cross

Joined by the Cross Text: Ephesians 2:11-18 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Not too long ago there was a book that came out and it quickly shot up to the number one position on the NY Times best-seller list. It was one of those so-called “spiritual” books. The man who wrote it wasn’t a pastor, he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Church That Jesus Built Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Apr 30, 2009

We are united in Christ and all members of one Body. A lesson on the Church and how it should look in todays world.

The Church that Jesus Built Text: Ephesians 2:19-22 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Once upon a time the Lone Ranger and Tonto were riding through a canyon when suddenly they were surrounded on all sides by Indian warriors. Tonto looked to the Lone Ranger and asked, “What we do, Kimosabe?” The Lone ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Surviving The Teen Years Series

Contributed by Troy Horne on May 4, 2009

An encouragement to parents on our annual Baby Day celebration

Survivor: Surviving the Teenage Years 1. My wife and I have been foster parents and adoptive parents to nearly every age between newborn and eighteen. And I have to tell you from experience that those who have babies have the easiest job. I know, it may not seem like it now. Because we have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Holiness

Nt Court Tv Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 7, 2009

Exposition of the first 11 verses of Acts 23 about Paul’s informal trial in front of the Sanhedrin, his outburst, and his deliverance.

Text: Acts 23:1-11, Title: NT Court TV, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/10/09, AM A. Opening illustration: It’s interesting that there has been such an increase of shows on television that involve the court room. These shows really are all about the judge. He or she is the focus of the program. There is an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Lydia, A Model Christian Woman

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 12, 2009

Lydia, A Model Christian Woman 1) She humbly received the word of God 2) She gladly served the kingdom of God

So Moms, are you tired of all the Mother’s Day pieces yet? I’m talking about the newspaper articles and television clips at this time of year that extol “super moms.” You know, they’re the women who keep their family fed with gourmet meals and dressed in the latest fashions while they themselves ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-15

Denomination: Lutheran

What I Really Need Is...spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 19, 2009

This is part one of a series of what we need from God to live a active and productive life for the kingdom of God.

What I really need is.... Disclaimer: This sermon prepared by prayer and credit given to Dr. Reeder for thoughts from his sermon. Selected Scriptures Mark 12:30 Hebrews 5:11-6:3 Introduction- I am beginning this morning a mini series called what I really need God is... I ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene