Sermons on To His Heavenly Banquet:

Retirement

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 9, 2004

There is no retirement from service to God, but there are seasons of life that affect what kind of service we do.

Thoughts about the passage: Dr. Charles H. Hennekens of Harvard Medical School says that retirement may increase a man’s risk of dying of heart attack. His statement - “We found an 80 percent higher rate of death from coronary disease among those in a study who had retired compared with those ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 8:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Freaks

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Sep 1, 2003

Jesus followers might be seen as freaks today

Jesus Freaks How did it go yesterday? Let people share about acts of kindness done in Jesus name - lead into today’s text. Overlooked Cripple Background Acts 3 - Read vs. 1-10, 15-16 - why overlooked by Jesus? Now the party’s over - Acts 4:1-3 - 3K then 5K now enough is enough Acts of kindness ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-3, Acts 3:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Characteristics Of A True Friend

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 9, 2003

Perhaps the biggest need that most people have today is for a true friend. Studies show that the single biggest reason why churches grow is that members bring their friends to worship with them. Without friends, life is almost too much to bear. The follow

Characteristics of a True Friend Perhaps the biggest need that most people have today is for a true friend. Studies show that the single biggest reason why churches grow is that members bring their friends to worship with them. Without friends, life is almost too much to bear. Jesus said, "You ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Yet, I Will Still Praise Thee

Contributed by Justin Joiner on Oct 18, 2001

Through hard times and good times we need to praise God.

Yet, I will still praise thee. Open in Prayer. ~ Habakkuk 3: 17-18 ~ All of these things were happening but he still praised the Lord. ~ Even though I wasn’t getting an increase in pay at work and the bills weren’t paid, I still praised him. ~ Through the thick and thin we have to praise the ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Enemy Of Evangelism

Contributed by Corey Howse on Jan 30, 2002

THIS SERMON IS DESIGNED TO MAKE CHRISTIANS AWARE THAT SATAN IS AN ENEMY OF EVANGELISM.

THE ENEMY OF EVANGELISM In this passage we see Jesus teaching a parable to the multitude on the shore. This passage shows us three clear pictures,the Sower which is the Messiah, the soil which is man,and satan which is mammon. In the first three verses we see that Jesus has a plan, he is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God-Connecting Prayer Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

For a church to be effective, there must be God-connecting prayer.

God-Connecting Prayer Selected Scriptures I. Priority of Prayer A. John 15:7, “If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you” B. James 4:2b, “You do not have because you do not ask” C. Phil. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Iron Sharpens Iron

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Mar 14, 2009

Shows our obligation to a healthy relationship

“Iron Sharpens Iron” Proverbs 27: 17 As iron sharpens iron, So a man sharpens the countenance of his friend. This particular text expressly speaks of fundamentals on relationship; moreover, shows how people are redeemed and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Miracle Of Wine

Contributed by Ed Wood on Sep 1, 2008

A message on Jesus’ miracle of turning water into wine.

THE MIRACLE OF WINE John 2:1-11 INTRO: Jesus was just beginning his public ministry. Jesus was at this wedding feast when they ran out of wine. He was asked to do something and he did. There is a lot of ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

House Dedication Series

Contributed by Ben Thomas on Nov 20, 2008

This is the message for house dedication service.

Dedication of the Temple/House/Family 2 Chron.5:1,3,6b,9,13,14b. 1.When Solomon finished the work of the Temple, he brought in the things his father David had dedicated. 2Sam 8:12 A. Edom. (Gen 36:1) Esau –sold the birth right for a coup of soup. These things remind us that David took victory over ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 5:1-14, 2 Chronicles 5:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Get What You Want

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Dec 16, 2008

Here’s a very basic Sunday School lesson on Materialism.

How to get what you want [7] Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:[8] For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened. [9] Or what man is there of you, whom if his son ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: *other

When The Trumpets Blast! Series

Contributed by Randall Floyd on Nov 4, 2007

Facing the trumpets of God.

Introduction: God has handed Jesus the scroll. Jesus has opened the seven seals. Suddenly, seven angels appear before the throne and are given trumpets. TRUMPETS ALWAYS SYMBOLIZE THE INTERVENTION OF GOD INTO HUMAN HISTORY. I. The Blasting of the Seven Trumpets 1.Hail and fire destroy 1/3 of the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dealing With Transition

Contributed by William Nieporte on Nov 19, 2007

This sermon was preached a week after I have followed God’s call to resign as pastor of a loving church to follow a new call from God.

Intro: There have been many kind reactions to my announcement (notes, phone calls, visits, chance gathering, compliments) Some more interesting reactions: To my lovely wife Jeana, one person said: “Can’t he go and the rest of you stay!” From Mary D. suffering with serious memory loss, I ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

What Will You Do With Christ?

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 12, 2008

A message on the need of salvation.

WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH CHRIST? MATTHEW 27:22 INTRO: This is the most important question that any man can consider. If we do the right thing with Jesus, we get everything that is worth having for time and for eternity. If we do the wrong thing with Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:22

Denomination: Baptist

Making A Happy Home And A Successful Marriage

Contributed by Oyewole O. Sarumi on Mar 2, 2011

The primary goal of a happy home and a successful marriage is to become aware of the needs of the spouse and learn how to meet them. Ignorance of the needs of one’s spouse can lead to serious problems in marriage, resulting in family breakup or at the wor

MAKING A HAPPY HOME AND A SUCCESSFUL MARRIAGE. Gen. 2:24-25 Introduction The primary goal of a happy home and a successful marriage is to become aware of the needs of the spouse and learn how to meet them. Ignorance of the needs of one’s spouse can lead to serious problems in marriage, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peace With God

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Jan 2, 2011

If you want to learn how to run you look at someone doing 100 meters in under 10 seconds.

Romans 5:1-5 Children's Moment - stretch arm holding golf club - suffering - 18 holes - endurance - better player - character - hope to become a better player - Paul says: "suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope" Self-Improvement "suffering ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Congregational