Sermons on Tom Claibourne:

Praise The Son!

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 13, 2005

Praising the Son for His blessings in our lives

"Redemption" means deliverance from bondage by means of a price paid. The price paid is called a ransom. Another word for "redeemed" is "liberated." Illustration: Sometimes when a child is kidnaped, the kidnaper will demand a ransom payment in exchange for the child’s freedom. In New Testament ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

A New Way Of Living For A New Year

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Dec 25, 2014

This message, A NEW WAY OF LIVING FOR A NEW YEAR, is designed to be a causative factor for the saved and the unsaved to reflect and anticipate.

A NEW WAY OF LIVING FOR A NEW YEAR (1/5) Another year is dawning, Dear Father let it be, In working or in waiting, Another year with thee. Another year of progress, Another year of praise, Another year of proving Thy presence all the days. Another year of mercies, Of faithfulness and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Get A Clue Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 18, 2015

In the game of "Clue" the person who died was "Mr. Boddy." In the Scripture, the person who died was us - we died in our sins. But what killed us, and whose fault was it that we should be counted dead?

OPEN: During WWII Nazi Germany believed they could bomb Britain into submission, so over the years they sent 1000s of bombs down upon London and other parts of England and 1000s of English people died. One of Britain’s forms of defense was to build bomb shelters. Essentially these were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:29-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Healing In The Home

Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 30, 2006

Trends in American families during the past several years reveal that families all across America need healing in the home.

Healing in the Home Ephesians 5:22-28 The trends in American families during the past several years reveal that families all across America need healing in the home. This past year 2.4 million couples exchanged the words or similar words in their wedding vows: “I take you to be my lawfully ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-28

Denomination: Free Methodist

Sailing Through The Storms Of Life: Seabiscuit Series

Contributed by J John on Dec 20, 2007

Seabiscuit is a tale of triumph and perseverance. Set in America during the Great Depression of the 1930s, it is a true story (based on a book by Laura Hillenbrand) of one horse and three men: a jockey, a trainer and a businessman.

--note-- 2003 Universal Pictures and Dreamworks LLC Directed by Gary Ross Book by Laura Hillenbrand Screenplay by Gary Ross Tobey Maguire .... Red Pollard Jeff Bridges .... Charles Howard - - - - - Seabiscuit is a tale of triumph and perseverance. Set in America during the Great Depression of the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2

Denomination: *other

His Birthday Wish

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 9, 2011

I believe Jesus’ birthday wish would be that the world will know why He has come. Do you really know the love and sacrifice behind this gift?

We have our birthday wishes, but what would Jesus wish for on His birthday? What do you think He would really want? • To have a party where there are lots of food? A great time of feasting? A year-end holiday filled with fun and joy? Lots of presents? • Or do you think He would really want ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Folly Of The Love Of The Shepherd - The Source Of Our Hope!

Contributed by Sahaya Selvam on Nov 16, 2002

A Reflection on John 10, in the African context

The Maasai of East Africa are a very peculiar people. Very often they are known for raiding the neighbouring tribes to take possession of their cattle. From the newspaper accounts one may think that the Maasai are a very violent people. Now, there is a mythical background to why the Maasai raid ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:11-18

Denomination: Catholic

Groundbreaking Ceremony

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Nov 14, 2007

Groundbreaking Ceremony for a new building

November 11, 2007 Song – Esther Welcome and Opening Remarks – Rick Stacy Welcome to all our guests, friends, and families of MCC Introduction of special guests, Midwest Construction Representatives, and Bankers Building Team Leader and remarks Midwest Representative and remarks Brief Challenge – ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Unequally Yoked To Equally Yoked And A Journey Of Faith Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 12, 2025

In 2 Corinthians 6:14, the Apostle Paul writes, "Do not be yoked together with unbelievers.

In 2 Corinthians 6:14, the Apostle Paul writes, "Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness?" Being unequally yoked refers to the spiritual imbalance that occurs when a believer is in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14

One Drop Of Blood (Part 1)

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Dec 22, 2004

This is a two part sermon series on the Blood of Jesus Christ. In this sermon I define the Blood and give 3 points on what the Blood accomplishes in our lives.

Title: One Drop Of Blood Text: Hebrews 9:11-15 Read Text!!! Pray!!! Introduction: - What is the Blood of Jesus Christ, and why is it important? - There are at least 43 references to the blood of Christ in the New Testament, all testifying to its great importance in the salvation and daily life ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On A Huckleberry Friend

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 17, 2025

A "Huckleberry friend" is a term of endearment for someone who is carefree and the ideal companion for any activity or job.

Mark Twain, an American writer and humorist once wrote: “Pooty soon I’ll be a-shout’n’ for joy, en I’ll say, it’s all on accounts o’ Huck; I’s a free man, en I couldn’t ever ben free ef it hadn’ ben for Huck; Huck done it. Jim won’t ever forgit you, Huck; you’s de bes’ fren’ Jim’s ever had; en ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20, John 15:13, Proverbs 27:9, Job 6:14

Stand Firm And Work Hard Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Apr 16, 2022

'Stand firm and work hard' might seem a very strange Easter message. But it's Paul's key message in 1 Corinthians 15 - the longest passage on the resurrection in the Bible. The resurrection gives us hope - and that hope gives us reason to stand firm and work hard.

Easter Sunday is the day when we celebrate the fact that God raised Jesus from death. When I say WE celebrate the fact that God raised Jesus from the dead, I mean, WE IN THIS CHURCH celebrate it. Clearly, a lot of other people DON'T celebrate it. A few years ago the Daily Telegraph conducted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-2, 1 Corinthians 15:58, 1 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing Forgiveness.

Contributed by John Gullick on Aug 31, 2002

A sermon moving towards Advent that discusses forgiveness. Uses a number of illustrations that i used from Sermon central

Choosing Forgiveness. The season we are in at the moment is advent. Advent kinda means anticipation - expecting something. When we think about what we are expecting it is of course the celebration of the coming of Jesus. If we were to think of what the coming of Jesus ushers in for us - high on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

By His Wounds - Experiencing His Compassionate Wholeness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 19, 2004

Isaiah tells us that it is by "His wounds that you are healed." But what healing would His wounds give?

OPEN: This week, on Thursday the 22nd, the Red Cross will be having a blood drive at the Knights of Columbus Hall over on 17th??? Several years ago, the Red Cross in small Oklahoma town posted signs all over town with these words: I gave my blood - Christ gave his. I gave a pint - He gave ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Blessed Redeemer (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 18, 2019

A sermon examining the redemption that is available through Jesus Christ and Him alone.

OUR BLESSED REDEEMER - Part II Ruth 3:10-18 Tom carried his new boat to the edge of the river. He carefully placed it in the water and slowly let out the string. It sailed smoothly on the water! Tom sat in the warm sunshine, admiring the little boat that he had built. Suddenly a strong current ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:11-18

Denomination: Baptist