Sermons on Virgins:

Not What You Expected

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 7, 2015

Have you ever gotten something for Christmas that was totally unexpected? It could’ve been a special gift or a visit from someone. There were some things that happened on that first Christmas that were quite unexpected.

NOT WHAT YOU EXPECTED Have you ever gotten something for Christmas that was totally unexpected? It could’ve been a special gift or a visit from someone. On the flip side have you ever expected a certain gift or visit from someone and ended up being disappointed? I was looking at this online ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is The Line For Jesus

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Dec 13, 2015

I believe many missed the messages that God had sent through His prophets or they knew it and just didn’t care! Why should we seek to be in line to see Jesus?

Where is the line? Luke 2:1-20 A couple of years ago a holiday song was prompted by a 4-year-old's question, "Where's the Line to See Jesus?" and it went viral in less than two weeks on YouTube with more than a half a million hits. Becky Kelley's nephew Spencer Reijgers asked this question as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Go Christmas Shopping!

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 15, 2015

A fabulous message by Jon Earls pointing out 4 characteristics of God's gift that we can emulate as we go out looking for gifts for others. God gave us the unspeakable gift of Jesus!

LET’S GO CHRISTMAS SHOPPING! 2 Cor. 9:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A teacher decided to ask her students what their Christmas traditions were. “What traditions does your family do at Christmas?” 2. The first student was a Catholic girl; “On Christmas Eve we go to Church, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Jesus That Always Was Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 15, 2015

Only a Messiah who was truly God could save humanity.

Harry Reasoner, one Christmas years ago, gave the following closing to 60 minutes [God would become a baby.] It is a startling idea, of course. My guess is that the whole story that a virgin was selected by God to bear His Son ... is not an idea that has been popular with theologians. It's a ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gentle Whisper - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 27, 2016

Last week we talked about Elijah on Mt Horeb and the wind, earthquake and fire demonstration by God and then the gentle whisper of His voice. This past week I became angry in a way that was sinful. My experience was similar to Elijah's. Hear my confession

Please open your Bibles to 1 John 2:1-2 "My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father - Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Nazarene

Perfect Christmas Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016

But even though we know that life is never that perfect, we get so focused on how everything appears perfect and that bleeds into our lives as we begin to yearn for the perfect life and this time of year, the perfect Christmas.

Giving Up The Perfect Christmas? Matthew 1:18-25 Debbie Macomber writes in her book, “The Perfect Christmas” about receiving a Christmas card a week before Thanksgiving from a college friend, named Jill. Jill had married her college sweetheart two weeks before they graduated. They now ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Abused Series

Contributed by Kevin Hall on Feb 24, 2016

Expository Sermon dealing with Sexual Abuse and victims of Rape, Molestation and Incest

“The Perversion of Love” The Abused • This morning I want to preach a sermon to shed a different light on why Jesus came to die on a Cross for sin! II Sam 13:6- So Amnon lay down, and pretended to be ill; and when the king came to see him, Amnon said to the king, “Pray let ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:6-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Gift That Keeps On Giving

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 12, 2016

A message focusing on the gift of God in Christ.

“The Gift that Keeps on Giving” Isaiah 9:6-7 Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. 7 Of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Dec 15, 2016

The celebration of the birth of Jesus by Christians.

CHRISTMAS SERMON I. Introduction *Click to baby George photo A. The Birth of a King (Prince George) It seemed the whole world was waiting breathlessly for the birth of this baby. This baby is Prince George, firstborn son of Prince William and Kate, Duchess of Cambridge. It is impossible to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-40, Luke 14:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Frankincense For A Holy Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Kevin Barron on Dec 22, 2016

Uses the frankincense that the wise men brought to point out some of the sacrifices that Jesus made in coming to earth.

WISE MEN STILL SEEK HIM, PART 2 FRANKINCENSE FOR A HOLY SACRIFICE MATTHEW 2:1-12 DECEMBER 4, 2016 SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT, YEAR C FARM HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, HARRISBURG, AR INTRO. Dave Barry, the well-known humorist, has this take on the wise men and Christmas: “Although this is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Respectable Sins - Ungodliness

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 6, 2017

Respectable Sins - Ungodliness - 2 Peter chapter 2 verses 4-10 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). A Corrupt Doctrine. (2). A Corrupt Character. (3). A Corrupt Experience SERMON BODY: Reading: 2 Peter chapter 2 verses 4-10 Ill: Difference Between Men and Women: • A woman worries about the future until she gets a husband. • A man never worries about the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

Oh, What A Savior

Contributed by David Nolte on Jun 12, 2016

Jesus is a wonderful savior as represented by the prodigal's father

“OH, WHAT A SAVIOR!” Luke 15:11-24 David P. Nolte Jesus: King of kings and Lord of lords. Virgin born Revelation of God in the form of man. Sinless High Priest. Compassionate advocate and intercessor. Savior of all who believe. And, what a Savior He is! The text for today ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Priscilla & Aquila: Partners In Ministry

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 3, 2015

Priscilla & Aquila were simple, unknown Christians who came to know Christ, sought revival, and discipled others in the faith. Priscilla is a key example of women included in ministry.

PRISCILLA & AQUILA: PARTNERS IN MINISTRY Acts 18:1-28 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: FINALLY GOOD MANNERS 1. "Grandpa, I'm really proud of you," said his granddaughter. "What's to be proud of?" asked the old man. 2. She replied, "I noticed that when you sneeze, you've learned to put your hand in front ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Nothing Goes In And Nothing Comes Out

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 24, 2016

Jericho was an impediment to Israel's inheritance. It was the symbol of the enemy¡¦s strength and power. It had a reputation for being indestructible. Yet God said: ¡§Go Take it.¡¨ Faith will make others laugh at you. Yet it is the beginning of exploits.

WHEN NOTHING GOES IN AND NOTHING COMES OUT... 1. Joshua 5:13 Now when Joshua was near Jericho, he looked up and saw a man standing in front of him with a drawn sword in his hand. Joshua went up to him and asked, ¡§Are you for us or for our enemies?¡¨ 14 ¡§Neither,¡¨ he replied, ¡§but as commander ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by David Nolte on Oct 16, 2016

Answers the question, "Who do men say that the Son of Man is?"

“Who IS Jesus?” Matthew 16:13-18 David P. Nolte Any honest historian or any objectively thinking person has to admit that Jesus was a real man who lived in Judea and was credited with many astounding acts and was crucified under Pilate’s reign. The question is not, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ