Sermons on Vindication By God:

Hosanna

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 2, 2009

Do we take the events of Palm Sunday and Easter for granted and not fully understand or appreciate their full significance in our lives?

Mark 11: 1 – 11 / Hosanna Intro: “HOLD THE PICKLE, HOLD THE LETTUCE, SPECIAL ORDERS DON’T UPSET US – ALL WE ASK IS THAT YOU LET US HAVE IT YOUR WAY.” Recognize this little jingle? --- People flocked to Burger King because they could have a burger the way THEY wanted it. We love customization, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christ Our Lord Is King

Contributed by Pr. Lynell Aljoe-Thurman on Nov 19, 2006

The Lord is King of all!

Prayer: Lord we know that you are King of all. There is no doubt in our minds and this is fact. We acknowledge that you reign supreme. In a darken world where there are still so many wanting answers, empower them to find truth in your Word. Lord you are the only Truth we need. Send your Holy ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Hands-On Motherhood

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 14, 2007

Every mother is different and every situation is different; but successful moms are hands-on moms.

Hands-On Motherhood 1. According to CNN article (5-07), "The typical [stay at home] mother puts in a 92-hour work week… and works at least 10 jobs. In order of hours spent on them per week, these are: housekeeper, day-care center teacher, cook, computer operator, laundry machine operator, janitor, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith In The Midst Of Trials

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2013

Addressing a present distress.

FAITH IN THE MIDST OF TRIALS. 1 Peter 1:3-9. It is no mistake that the first letter of the Apostle Peter is prominent in liturgical calendars in the season immediately following Easter. Those churches and Christian communities who use the book as a kind of catechism for new converts certainly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Back To The Basics - Missions Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 23, 2012

All believers are called to participate in missions.

Back to the Basics - Missions July 22, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: All believers are called to participate in missions. Focus Passage: Acts 17:16-34 Supplemental Passage: "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

Now What?

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 17, 2012

We can’t let “revival” just be an event on the calendar; we must keep those fires burning.

Now What? April 27, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We can’t let “revival” just be an event on the calendar; we must keep those fires burning. Focus Passage: Mark 2:21 Supplemental Passage: (2Ch 7:14) if My people who are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:21

Denomination: Baptist

Two Sons

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 13, 2010

This is a sermon about lost relationships.

Luke 15: 1 – 3; 11b – 32 / Two Sons Intro: Suppose you were at a bus stop and a friend came by giving you a small bag saying, “I don’t need this anymore. It’s yours. You take the bag and without looking inside, you get on your bus and head for home. When you get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Slippery Slopes Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 20, 2008

This message answers a question on backsliding.

TOUGH QUESTIONS BIBLE ANSWERS Slippery Slopes July 30, 2008 The question tonight has to do with an issue we see all too much in congregations everywhere—backsliding & even turning away from the Faith. 2 Peter 2:20-22—How does this apply to a backslider who comes back to God? Let’s notice a few ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:20-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

Excuses Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 2, 2010

We all have excuses for not responding to Jesus' call to follow him. Life is hectic, complicated and filled with items that claim our attention. We have one reason, though, to respond to Jesus' challenge--his love and grace.

Luke 9:51-62 “Excuses” INTRODUCTION One of the most memorable illustrations that I’ve ever seen involved a glass container similar to what I have here and rocks of various sizes. Using the rocks the demonstrator underscored and important lesson in life. Just when we thought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Lutheran

The Finite And The Infinite

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Sep 11, 2014

Many see the Bible as a rule book – what do I need to do? It is not about what we need to do it is about what Christ has done for us. Christ has unlimited –that is infinite – forgiveness available for us.

. Forgiving someone can be especially difficult for many of us. Peter thought he was being generous with seven times. After all some of the Rabbis taught that one needed to forgive the same sin only three times. Peter was, in his way, trying to be obedient to Jesus who said that our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Philemon!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 25, 2014

You sure got to hear this message, so as to gauge the growth of your spiritual life according to His Word!

We got to grow! Philemon our beloved friend and fellow laborer! Philemon 1:1 Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our beloved friend and fellow laborer, 2 to the beloved Apphia, Archippus our fellow soldier, and to the church in your house..’ You sure got ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

End The Bondage!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 24, 2017

Gentile do not become a law keeper or Christ is of no value to you.

Gal 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. 2 Behold, I Paul say unto you, that if ye be circumcised, Christ shall profit you nothing. 3 For I testify again to every man that is circumcised, that he is a debtor ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-6, Galatians 2:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

Let Me Die The Death Of The Righteous

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Let Me Die the Death of the Righteous

Numbers 23:1-12 10 Let Me Die the Death of the Righteous Balaam a Gentile prophet was hired by Balak, a Moabite king, to “curse” the Israelites. (Failed) so the children of Israel were seduced to commit fornication by the women of Moab. As a consequence, 24,000 of ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

What Made The Wise Men Wise ?

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 11, 2015

Christmas

Matthew 2:1-11 What Made The Wise men Wise ? Three Wise Women ? - They would have asked directions, arrived on time, helped deliver the baby, cleaned the stable, made a casserole and brought practical gifts. 1. They Were Wise In Their Detection Their Mystery - The identity and place of origin ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

The Purpose Of Evangelism Series

Contributed by Mike Mcguire on May 6, 2016

Why Christians need to fulfill the Great Commission

Introduction: Christ’s final words to his followers are known as the great Commission. The most well-known passage is probably the one found in Matthew 28:18-20. Although all four gospels and the Book of Acts have a slightly different form of it, they all give the same basic message. We are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist