Sermons on Vanish:

Love Is The Greatest Series

Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Mar 11, 2023

Of all the remarkable things we have enjoyed, of all the wonderful things we have witnessed; what is the greatest? There's one that is above all the rest! This sermon was preached on Valentine's Sunday.

Valentine’s Day: Humor: I want to see something cheap! Lead-in: On February 14th we celebrate “Valentine’s Day.” A day that reminds us to show special love and attention to that special someone in our life. Indeed, we do need reminding from time to time not to take our loved ones for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Conquering Sin (2): My View Of Sin Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 31, 2008

Learning to see my sin with the same hate God has for it while simultaneously seeing myself with the same mercy and grace God has for me are vitally important steps towards experiencing victory over sin.

A correct view of sin. A struggle with a few verses: (Most are direct references, a few are paraphrased) How long, O God, will you allow our enemies to mock you? Will you let them dishonor your name forever? Why do you hold back your strong right hand? Unleash your powerful fist and deliver a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 36:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 11 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 16, 2010

This portion of the book of James focuses in on our attitude towards the person of God Himself. James is asking the question of God’s participation in our thoughts and actions. Do we put ourselves above our creator, and do we disregard God in our planni

ARE WE USURPING GOD? James 4:11-17 Brothers, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against his brother or judges him speaks against the law and judges it. When you judge the law, you are not keeping it, but sitting in judgment on it. 12 There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, the one who is ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Believers Disappear

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 11, 2010

What might be the worlds answer after the rapture of the church

VIDEO - The Rapture Before the Rapture - World POP is closing in on 7 billion people - 10,000 distinct religions, - 150 have 1 million or more followers. - Within Christianity, there are 33,830 denominations. - Number of believers is in the 100’s of millions - Could be over 2 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-52

Denomination: Baptist

Third Sunday Of Easter - Year A

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 6, 2020

The first stage of the Emmaus story is the broken dream.

One Sunday a parochial vicar was doing a children's talk, using a telephone to illustrate the idea of prayer. "You talk to people on the telephone but you don't see them on the other end of the line, do you?” he began. The children shook their heads in agreement. "Well, talking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Catholic

What's New? Series

Contributed by Stephen Elmer on Nov 5, 2006

The Greatest Servant, The Lord Jesus Christ, Performs The Greatest Service By Making All Things New In The Hearts And Lives Of His People!

Introduction: 1. Have You Ever Been Asked The Question: “What’s New?” Usually, The Person Asking You This Question Is Really Trying To Find Out How You Are Doing. But Sometimes, They Want To Find Out If Anything Fresh & Exciting Is Going On In Your Life! Or They Want To Know If Anything ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing God Through Service Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Sep 20, 2007

We draw closer to God by serving others in His name.

How to Have a Personal Relationship With Jesus Christ August 26, 2007 Knowing God through Service Acts 10:1-8 Over the past few months we’ve been doing this series called. “How To Have a Personal Relationship With Jesus.” We’ve looked at how to start the relationship; how to talk to God, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-8

Denomination: *other

The Unceartinty And Brevity Of Life! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010

James warns about the unceartainity of tomorrow and he warns about the brevity of life in comparison with eternity.

INTRODUCTION #24 1. Open your bibles to James 4:13-15. 2. In a previous lesson we discussed things from this passage. (1) We discussed the warning that when we make plans for the future, to not leave God out of those plans. (2) Also, from James 4:16, we discussed that is evil to boast and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surviving The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Tim Huie on Mar 16, 2009

When the storms of life threaten to overwhelm us, Jesus is still Lord of the storm!

SURVIVING THE STORMS OF LIFE MARK 4:35-41 1. Illus. of hurricane Fran • In 1996, Fran came up the East Coast and ran straight into Raleigh NC. • When it hit, winds were still over 80 miles an hour. Rain fell at a rate of over an inch an hour all through the night. I could hear the wind as it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do We Serve? Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 19, 2010

Study of the book of Isaiah, Chapters 11-12. As a believer we must be willing to acknowledge that God's Word is true. We must understand the lineage of Christ, and the perfection that God intended us to live with Him, and then we must strive for it! (R

Who do we serve? Isaiah 11:1 – 12:6 Introduction - The last time we discussed Isaiah we saw that all sin had a price - That everything we ever take part in has a price in God’s eyes - But remember, there will be a remnant - A leftover of those purposed for God’s work and for His ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spontaneous Favor

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 20, 2023

The BEST way to show our gratitude to God is by pouring ourselves into His work and helping the church ministry activities in whatever way we can.

Spontaneous favor!!!! Philemon 1:14” any favor you do must be spontaneous and not forced.” It was a hectic day of Christmas feast and other Christmas related activities, after coming back home, while I was reading my Bible reading potion for the day, I came across the above scripture which just ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Arsenal Of War

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Mar 24, 2022

All believers are soldiers in the battle of life. We are in spiritual war with the kingdom of darkness. God is on our side and fights for us with some awesome weapons.

TEXT: ISAIAH 29: 5-7 (NLT). “But suddenly, your ruthless enemies will be crushed like the finest of dust. Your many attackers will be driven away like chaff before the wind. Suddenly, in an instant, I, the LORD of Heaven’s Armies, will act for you with thunder and earthquake and great noise, with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 29:5-7, Ephesians 6:12, 2 Timothy 2:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christians: An Endangered Species

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jul 17, 2003

As Christians, we feel like an endangered species. Evil is flourishing. But God will protect us and God answers us when we call on Him.

July 13, 2003 Title: "The Immoral Majority" or "Christians: An Endangered Species" Text: Psalm 12:1-8 Introduction I’m sure you are at least somewhat familiar with animals on the endangered species list. Here in Florida, I am aware of several that appear on our license plates ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 12:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Hearts On Fire

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Feb 16, 2014

A message about the hearts aflame in the disappointed disciples on the road to Emmaus, when they walk and talk unawares with the Messiah!

Hearts On Fire Have you ever had a time in your life when you were so sure, so confident of something coming to fruition only to have it vanish before your eyes? We're not talking about the simple stuff, like missing a sale at Walmart or getting a burger at Burger King that's not "made your way". ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Denomination: Bible Church

Between The Dashes Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 27, 2010

Our time on this earth compared to eternity is very short. we must use it wisely and be productive for the Kingdom of God.

Between the Dashes James Chapter 4:13-17 James chapter 4:13-17 Introduction- We are still working on the series “Faith that works”. I hope that you have been taking notes and putting these thoughts together as we look at practical ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Nazarene