Sermons on Took:

God Is Closer Than We Can Possibly Imagine

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 9, 2006

A short sermon given at a midweek communion service. The answer to our searching is much closer than we can possibly imagine.

When I was quite young, I seem to remember an occasion when my Mother announced that she had lost her glasses. We are a family of spectacle wearers, and I know for myself that the loss of my glasses can be a big problem. Well, I was sat in front of the television and Mum was searching around in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35

Denomination: Anglican

The Benefits And Dangers Of Routine

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 28, 2007

Routine is necessary. Getting up and lying down, brushing your teeth and eating right are all requirements to feel well and to look your best. A work ethic is very important! The fact is a person without any routine would be an individual in trouble!

The Benefits and Dangers of Routine Text: I Corinthians 10:31 31 Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. Routine is necessary. Getting up and lying down, brushing your teeth and eating right are all requirements to feel well and to look your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blockading Your Heart, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 21, 2007

A challenge to guard against that which would defile our heart or spirit

Blockading your heart Part 1 Opening: 1. What awesome thing took place in 1962????? How many of you have heard of the US naval blockade of Cuba? Why did the United States blockade Cuba? To guard ourselves from danger and destruction. 2. The word of God also speaks to us of a blockading ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Mennonite

The God Of Second Chances Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Feb 28, 2006

Can God still use you in spite of your past failures? This message examines Jonah’s usefulness in spite of his past, God’s mercy in light of Nineveh’s repentance and the influence of obedience.

Jonah 3:1 (NLT) Then the Lord spoke to Jonah a second time: Not Disqualified • Jonah was invited to participate in God’s work – Even though he had run – Even though he had been disobedient • Serving God is not based on our past achievements or failures – Based on God’s grace – Our ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Changing The World Around Me Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 13, 2007

Jesus called us "salt" and "light" which are both change agents to the world around them.

Series: Being the Body CHANGING THE WORLD AROUND ME Matthew 5:13-16 In June 1990 the world watched in amazement the destruction of the Berlin Wall and the fall of the Iron Curtain. People were finally free from the communist rule of the Soviet Union. This change in political rule did not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Comes To Your House

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004

A sermon on what happens when God comes to your house.

When God comes to your house By Dr. Fernando Cabrera 2 Kings 4 1. God moves when you make some room a. How can we make room for God? i. Don’t miss the visitation of God when he is passing by 1. we see the move of God at the church, but we don’t bring him home ii. Set your house in order 1. 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Malchus Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 3, 2004

This is the 6th sermon in the series "The Touch Of Jesus".

Series: The Touch Of Jesus [#6] MALCHUS John 18:10-11 Introduction: Over the last 6 weeks we have looked at people who had been touched by Jesus. We have seen how when Jesus touches our lives we are changed forever; but I want us to see that sometimes Jesus’ influence in our lives is not ...read more

Scripture: John 18:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

He Lives

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 30, 2001

AN EVERYDAY MESSAGE FOR EVERYDAY PEOPLE.

HE LIVES MATTHEW 28:6 INTRODUCTION THIS RESURRECTION STORY CONTAINS THE ELEMENTS OF THE SENSATIONAL ASPECTS OF JESUS IN THE SENSE THAT HE REIGNED AS KING AND DIED AS KING. WHAT SO SPACTACULAR ABOUT THAT? YOU ASK. I CAME BY TO TELL SOMEBODY THIS MORNING. THAT ON THE THIRD DAY EARLY ONE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Far Are You Willing To Go To See Souls Saved?

Contributed by Terry Hensley on Nov 16, 2001

There are many way to bring people to Jesus.

Mk. 16:15, "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the Gospel to every creature." Lk. 14:23. "And the Lord said unto his servant, Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled." But what can I do? I’m not a preacher, or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Get Out Of The Boat

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Dec 31, 2004

This is a short sermon for a New Years Eve service that can be used anytime.

Get out of the Boat Matthew14: 22-33 1. Peter asked the Lord to bid him to come (Vs.28) We need to be in prayer and ask God what he would have for us to do this year. James 4:2b, Yet you do not have because you do not ask. Sometimes we say I wish that God would let me do this or that. Have you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: *other

Knowing God

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Nov 16, 2006

A five minute Children’s talk for inclusion in a service with a focus on ’knowing God better’

John and Sally- Knowing God Let me tell you a story about two children- John and Sally - sally was 11 - John was 12 - Not from the same family- but were good friends (most of the time!) As with all of us- what people thought of Sally mattered a lot to her - took great care about how she ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Make This Valley Full Of Ditches

Contributed by Greg Irby on Jan 30, 2009

If we will trust and obey the Lord, then the victory will come.

Text: 2 Kings 3:16 2 Kings 3:16 (KJV) 16 And he said, Thus saith the LORD, Make this valley full of ditches. Introduction: 1. THE PEOPLE INVOLVED (VS 1-8) 2 Kings 3:1-8 (KJV) 1 Now Jehoram the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria the eighteenth year of Jehoshaphat king of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 3:4-24

Denomination: Baptist

Short Funeral Sefvice For A Pastor`s Wife.

Contributed by Thomas Clark on Jun 6, 2018

A short service or even a committel for a pastor`s wife.

A Psalm of David. 23 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not [a]want. 2 He makes me to lie down in [b]green pastures; He leads me beside the [c]still waters. 3 He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Like Two Ships Passing In The Night

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 1, 2018

How Jesus had compassion on all who showed a need.

LIKE TWO SHIPS PASSING IN THE NIGHT Luke 19: 1 And Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. 2 And, behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich. 3 And he sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

My Way

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 28, 2011

We must strive to be obedient, no matter the circumstances.

My Way March 27, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must strive to be obedient, no matter the circumstances. Focus Passage: I Samuel 13:1-15 (Pew Bible page 324) Introduction: He was a professional thief. His name stirred fear as the desert ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-15

Denomination: Baptist