Sermons on Water In The Desert:

Dare To Obey Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 17, 2006

We will never truly be disciples of jesus until we dare to obey Him

Dare to Obey 1 John 3:21-24 October 15, 2006 Morning Service Introduction Arabian horses go through rigorous training in the deserts of the Middle East. The trainers require absolute obedience from the horses, and test them to see if they are completely trained. The final test is almost beyond the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:21-24

Denomination: Church Of God

God's Veteran

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 21, 2012

A sermon that likens the taking of Omaha Beach (D-Day) to Jesus storming the shores of sin.

God’s Veterans Romans 3:23 In July of 1863, General Robert E. Lee's Army Of Northern Virginia of 75,000 men and the 97,000 man Union Army Of The Potomac under General George G. Meade met, by chance, at a place called Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. There at Gettysburg on 3 days in July, 1863, more ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

God's Veteran

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 13, 2012

This sermon uses the Gettysburg Address, lots of pictures, and compares the taking of the hills of France's D Day Invasion to the Jesus taking the hill of sin (Salvation)

God’s Veterans Romans 3:23 In July of 1863, General Robert E. Lee's Army Of Northern Virginia of 75,000 men and the 97,000 man Union Army Of The Potomac under General George G. Meade met, by chance, at a place called Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. There at Gettysburg on 3 days in July, 1863, more ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

“the Power Of Agreeing Prayer” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 11, 2011

Christ calls us to pray in agreement with God and one another.

Today, I want to speak to you about the power of agreeing prayer. Jesus speaks of the importance of agreement in verse 19 of our passage. Agreeing prayer begins with: 1. Praying in agreement with God - v. 18 In verse 19, Jesus says, “Again, I tell you.” What is Jesus referring to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Meet John The Baptist

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 20, 2010

What can we learn from the man that eats locust and was the forerunner for Christ?

Meet John the Baptist Matthew chapter 3:1-3:12 Introduction- We are in the third week of Advent. Traditionally, a look at joy. Could their be anymore joy to a believer than the preparation of Jesus coming? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Landmark Legacies

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 16, 2015

Dads can give their children landmarks to help direct their journey with God.

1. A custom in ancient times: When something significant happened regarding God (or a god) -- people would stand up a stone to draw attention to the event -- Generally, they did not write on the stone -- a silent testimony -- when people walked by the stones they would ask why they were there; ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living By Faith -Part 3 Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on May 11, 2020

Living by faith is not optional!

Title: Living by Faith – Part 3. Scripture text: Hebrews 11: 3 By faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that the things which are seen were not made of things which are visible. – NKJV Intro: The bible teaches that living by faith is NOT OPTIONAL! Hebrews 10: ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:3

Grace From Galatians (2 Of 19)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 7, 2022

At the beginning of the Book of Galatians, we saw that Paul dealt with two problems.

(1) HE HAD TO DEFEND HIS APOSTLESHIP Those who hated Paul were stating that he was not a true apostle. Ministers go into the ministry for a number of reasons: • Some think it is an easy job, SO WHY NOT • Some folks enjoy being in front of people • Some are in the ministry because Mommy wanted a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Fountain Gate Series

Contributed by Monte Brown on Sep 28, 2014

“The Fountain Gate” is where your life can be forever changed. “The Fountain Gate” is our means of cleansing and healing that all of us need from time to time.

“The Fountain Gate Message 8” The Spiritual Application of the Gates Nehemiah 3:15 Monte T. Brown September 7, 2014 Sunday Evening Stapp Zoe Baptist Prelude The Meaning “The Fountain Gate” is located at the Southern end of the Old Wall. It is not far from ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Born At Christmas

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Dec 11, 2019

The prophet Isaiah teaches us about joy born at Christmas: to encourage joy in others, to receive joy's healing, and to pursue joy in community. Joy to the world, the Lord is come!"

Isaiah 35:1-10 Joy Born at Christmas We concluded last week’s service with the great carol, “Joy to the World.” Joy is a distinctly Christian trait. It goes beyond happiness. Someone once said, “Happiness comes from happenings, but joy comes from Jesus.” Your happiness may fluctuate up and down, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

God Its Impossible To Keep Going When I Feel Like Giving Up

Contributed by James Kelley on Dec 1, 2000

This sermon helps identify the common causes of depression and prescribes God’s cure for them.

I have been feeling a bit "down and blue" over the past few weeks and motivation to do anything has been sadly lacking. But thank the Lord for His amazing grace that reaches even downhearted pastors. I found great solace in an episode from Elijah’s life that is found in 1 Kings 19. Let me share ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Rebellion And Rest

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 2, 2024

The psalmist looks back at Israel’s history. He tells us that He wants us to hearken to His voice. Specifically, we must not harden our hearts.

The Rebellion in the Desert, and in Our Hearts The New Year 2024 is just a few days old, but one thing is pretty clear to me. Although we live on the juncture between two cities that each have noise and anti-fireworks ordinances, everyone agrees that the fireworks explosions heard as the old year ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9, Hebrews 4:8-10

Denomination: Catholic

Between Prison And The Platter Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 9, 2008

Sermon #2 in the John series. This sermon from John 2 and 3 focuses on John the Baptist’s testimony of Jesus and then Jesus’ testimony to John the Baptist.

John’s Gospel #2 Between Prison and the Platter CHCC: January 13, 2008 John 2, 3 INTRODUCTION: Now I know this is hard to believe, but I’m about to quote a little 4 year old who is NOT one of my grandkids. One day a mom asked her little girl what the picture she drew after Church was ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Everywhere You Look – Thanksgiving

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Dec 30, 2005

Thanksgiving

Everywhere you look – Thanksgiving Psalm 95 You know sometimes I get upset because, my children don’t seem to be thankful. They expect things….3 meals a day, to be taken places at a moments notice and they expect money to just appear when they want it. They seem to only say “thank you” when ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1

Denomination: Congregational

Christmas Presence - John The Baptist

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Dec 10, 2007

A Christmas Presence for Baby Jesus.

For the next 4 Sundays we are going to be spending our time preparing for Christmas by becoming familiar with those people God invited to be at his son’s birth. When God decided the time was right, he birthed his son in the flesh to be Immanuel - "God with us" and when he did he sent out some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational