Sermons on Troubled Water:

Walking On Water Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jun 19, 2001

The first of a four part series based on Matthew 14:22-32.

WALKING ON WATER Matthew 14:22-33 INTRODUCTION: R. Kent Hughes, in his book, James—Faith That Works, shares this story. "It is said that Napoleon, while looking at some papers, let slip the bridle of his horse, which reared so that the Emperor was in danger. A corporal of the grenadiers leaped ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pure Water Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 6, 2001

This is the first sermon in the series "Finding Freedom From Sin" and gives us examples and ways to break free from those "pet sins" in our lifes that hold us captive.

Sunday Morning August 5, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, NM Series: Finding Freedom From Sin #1 PURE WATER JOHN 4:7-30 Introduction: 1. Do we have anyone here this morning that has ever sinned? You are thinking, “Well yea stupid. We all have sinned. So why ask such an obvious question?” ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-30

Denomination: Baptist

Water Baptism

Contributed by James May on Aug 8, 2001

Teaching of the meaning and method of water baptism prior to a baptismal service for new converts.

WATER BAPTISM By Pastor James May Matthew 3:4-6, "And the same John had his raiment of camel’s hair, and a leathern girdle about his loins; and his meat was locusts and wild honey. Then went out to him Jerusalem, and all Judaea, and all the region round about Jordan, And were baptized of him in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:4-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living Water Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 3, 2002

The woman at the well helps us learn about our need for the living water of CHrist.

First Baptist Church October 6, 2002 Living Water John 4:1-42 Have you ever tried to draw a picture of what a character from the Bible looks like? If you have the artistic ability that I do, you’d end up with stick people. For the next couple of moments, I want you to paint a mental picture or ...read more

Scripture: John 4:3-42

Denomination: Baptist

Blood And Water Series

Contributed by Eric Welch on Sep 4, 2001

God has joined the ’what’ of salvation (the blood of Jesus) with the ’when’ of salvation (at immersion in water).

What God Has Joined, Let No One Separate Blood and Water Ephesians 1.7; Acts 22.16 I. What God Has Joined… A. Blood (the what) 1. Atoning blood of the Old Testament a. Mosaic: blood was sprinkled from the atoning sacrifice (Lev. 16; 17.11). b. However, the blood of bulls and goats were only a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7, Acts 22:16

Step Into The Water

Contributed by Russ Houser on Feb 2, 2002

Crossing the rivers of life with the attitude of Joshua.

Step Into The Water 2-3-02 Joshua 3:1 - 4:11 Pray Intro Often we find ourselves at some sort of transition point in life. · What new things we need to buy, · Career decisions · Child development · Education · Etc Often times, we lean on our own understanding, or the wisdom of the world to ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bitter Water

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Oct 20, 2001

Originally titled "Is the Lord With Us Or Not?," this sermon is looking at our doubt of God’s presence. The invitation is to deeper Christian discipleship to strengthen our assurance.

Originally, I intended to look at this Bible story two weeks ago. At the time, the name of the sermon was “Is The Lord With Us Or Not?” Certainly it is a question many Americans have asked in recent days. One approach to developing timely and appropriate sermons is to hold the Bible in one hand ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Methodist

"Living Water"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Feb 2, 2006

We’re not victorious in our Christian life because we aren’t THIRSTY for the Holy Spirit to do His work in us. God will pour out His Spirit on those who are THIRSTY for Him.

“Living Water” John 4:5-15, 28 – READ WATER … Multi-billion $ industry … WATER!!!! - PUBLIX … made list of different types of water sold. WHY? Desire for “pure water” vs. “tap water”. - There IS a difference! ILL. – Chemistry class … “distilled water” … 2 THINGS I notice in John Ch. 4 … ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-26

Denomination: Baptist

Water Into Wine

Contributed by Helen Allen on Feb 4, 2006

God wants us to taste the fine wine of his abundant blessings

As John tells the story in his gospel, Jesus and his disciples are invited to the wedding in Cana only days after Jesus’s baptism in the river Jordan. He has only known the disciples for about three days and he has not performed any miraculous signs as yet. His first miracle will take place in a ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Water To Wine Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Feb 8, 2006

The significance of Jesus’ miracle at Cana is in the way it pointed to him, displayed his glory, revealed him as the Messiah and Son of God.

Introduction Last week I began by asking you a question. I’m going to do the same thing this week. I want to start by asking you a question about driving. It’s a really easy question to answer but it does help us in understanding our passage today: When driving, do you keep your eyes on the side ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Water In The Desert

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 8, 2006

Good news must be spoken.

WATER IN THE DESERT Acts 8.26-40 S: Evangelism C: Willingness to speak Th: A People with Purpose Pr: GOOD NEWS MUST BE SPOKEN. ?: How? How do we accomplish this? KW: Tasks TS: Let’s study how Philip leads a spiritually thirsty man to life-giving water. Type: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost Waters

Contributed by Jay Winters on Jun 5, 2006

A Pentecost sermon on the outward sign we are given today - not tongues of fire, but baptism. Focus on the transformative effects and the death/life dichotomy.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit – the Holy Three in One who provides us with the rivers of Living water through the Spirit. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, A Blessed Pentecost Sunday to all of you here in Chiefland. This Sunday, the Sunday where we celebrate ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Step Into The Water

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006

A day of decision - do we stay short of God’s blessing or do we cross the river?

(adapted from a message by Bill Burnett) TEXT: JOSHUA 3:1-17 TITLE: “STEP INTO THE WATER…” OPEN: A. Several families went to spend an afternoon at the river. Some of the adults decided to walk out to an island in the middle of the river. A five-year-old girl ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Water To Wine

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 11, 2007

If you are going to have a wedding invite Jesus

14-01-07 NR Jesus’ first miracle: Turning water into wine (Jn 2:1-11) Story: Some years ago when Johnny Carson was the host of the well known American chat show: The Tonight Show he interviewed an eight year old boy. The boy was asked to appear because ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Water In The Desert

Contributed by Paul Searight on Oct 1, 2008

How good are you at sharing your faith? We want to share Christ with others because we know what the benefits are but more often than not we convince ourselves that it isn’t the right moment or I can’t talk about that again because they are fed up with me

WATER IN THE DESERT
Acts 4 How good are you at sharing your faith? How often does your conversation include discussion about Jesus Christ?

 For some of us it’s really easy and speaking up is very natural.
 But for others, we find it very difficult. We get tongue-tied and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ