Sermons on Waves And Billows:

This Is Us - Pt. 1 - Blessed Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 22, 2017

Do we know who we are? With all of our hang-ups, challenges, gifts, warts and all, “THIS IS US!” Understanding our identity is essential for our health.

This Is US! Pt. 1 - Blessed I. Introduction Shakespeare in Hamlet said it like this, "This above all: to thine own self be true. The author of the Invisible Man, Ralph Ellison, says something similar . . . “When I discover who I am, I’ll be free.” The secular world understands ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good Mourning

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 21, 2019

Some lessons from grief in the wake of the first anniversary of my wife's passing.

1. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 13 But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. 14 For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jude 1:1 - 2 Celebrating Salvation Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 16, 2023

Jude was dealing with false teachers in the church. Before digging deep into the issues he first begins by celebrating what salvation is.

Title: Jude – Celebrating Salvation Theme: To show that we must focus more on our salvation that what the enemy is doing. Text: Jude 1:1 - 3 Jude 1:1-3 Jude, a bondservant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, To those who are called, sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ: ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

Is Jesus Christ The Lord Of This Church? Series

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Aug 1, 2005

I once saw a package of plastic shark teeth that were labled as "genuine imitation shark teeth." I wonder if we aren’t guilty of being genuine imitation Christians at times. As Paul begins his letter he points out that the Colossians were 3D Christians-

SERIES: JESUS CHRIST IS LORD...SERIOUSLY! SERMON: IS JESUS CHRIST LORD OF THIS CHURCH? Colossians 1:1-8 INTRODUCTION: This church will be what it ought to be when our members become what they should be. I am beginning a new series of messages this morning from Paul’s letter to the church in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Climate Change - Pt. 2 - Forecasts Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 20, 2014

Climate can be a great destabilizing force. It can undermine our finances, our health, and our faith. We need a Climate Change!

Forecasts I. Introduction We confuse climate with weather. They are not the same thing. Climate is in fact defined as "a significant and lasting change in the statistical distribution of weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years." So this is more than weather! Climate ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The State Of The Church-- What's The Purpose Of Bethany Church?

Contributed by Don Hawks on Mar 19, 2002

The message encourages members to think about what is the purpose of the church.

THE STATE OF THE CHURCH --WHAT’S THE PURPOSE OF BETHANY CHURCH? Acts 2:42-47 (TMNT) They committed themselves to the teaching of the apostles, the life together, the common meal, and the prayers. Everyone around was in awe¡Xall those wonders and signs done through the apostles! And all the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, 1 Corinthians 1:10

Denomination: Methodist

Minor Prophets Major Message: Fear Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 30, 2024

Amid physical, emotional, and spiritual fear, Jonah prayed first and was thankful.

Minor Prophets Major Message: Fear Jonah 1:1-2:10 #minorprophets INTRODUCTION… Jesus on Jonah READ MATTHEW 12:38-41 (ESV) “Then some of the scribes and Pharisees answered Him, saying, “Teacher, we wish to see a sign from You.” 39 But He answered them, “An evil and adulterous generation seeks for a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flexibility Vs. Rigidity

Contributed by Shannon Lewis on Oct 18, 2006

Is there a need for flexibility in the modern church? This sermon will examine and answer that question.

Flexibility Vs. Rigidity by Pastor Shannon Lewis 10/18/2006 1Corinthians 9:19-9:23 Tonight’s sermon will conclude our 2 part series on Creativity and Flexibility Vs. Repetition and Rigidity. Tonight we compare Flexibility Vs. Rigidity. We’re going to consider the two in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

The Feast Of Our Lord

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 2, 2010

we need more today than ever before feast on the word.

THE FEAST OF OUR LORD Leviticus 23:1And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, 2Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, Concerning the feasts of the LORD, which ye shall proclaim to be holy convocations, even these are my feasts. 3Six days shall work ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Calms The Storms PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 10, 2023

Encourages believers to trust in Jesus' sovereignty and power during life's storms, remembering His presence and finding refuge in Him.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a gift to be gathered here today, to share in the joy of our faith, to experience the unity of our purpose, and to bask in the love of our Savior? Isn't it a blessing to be able to turn to His Word, a living testament of His love and power, and find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Topics: Jesus, Speaks

Fearless Campaign Week 1 Series

Contributed by Brian Harrell on Oct 2, 2009

Max Lucado’s Fearless Campaign. This is my sermon based on the outline that he gives. The main point is that its not about the storm, but who you discover in the storm.

Fearless #1 The first church I went to as a child had a bully in it. It was the preacher’s son. His name was Johnny and I remember he wore a leather jacket just like every bully wears. He had greasy black hair too. Johnny was an intimidator and generally tried to terrify the kids who were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Completion In Christ Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 8, 2013

God wants to carry us on to completion in Christ, but, we must cooperate with His grace in order for Him to accomplish this task. Are you cooperating, resisting or ignoring the grace of God in your life?

Philippians 1:3-6 3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Nazarene

The Prophecy Of Damascus And The Rapture Of The Church Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 3, 2007

Last in a series on Bible prophecy. Deals with the prophecy of Damascus and the resurrections.

For the last six weeks we’ve been taking a close look at Biblical prophecy and how current events appear to be fulfilling some of the prophecies given in the Old Testament over 2,000 years ago. We started out with the rapture of the church, the snatching away of believers before the judgments of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Hello This Is Your Creator Speaking! Can You Hear Me Now? Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jul 14, 2013

God surrounds us and speaks to us but it is required that we are in position with the proper equipment to listen and heed Him.

Who hath believed our report? and to whom is the arm of the LORD revealed? For he shall grow up before him as a tender plant, and as a root out of a dry ground: he hath no form nor comeliness; and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him. He is despised and rejected of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-3, Acts 17:22-31, Romans 10:8-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Dynamic Lessons Taught By The Sleeping Teacher

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on May 22, 2010

When God seems sleeping and I am in urgent need, can I still trust Him?

THE LESSON TAUGHT BY THE SLEEPING JESUS Mat 8:23 Then he got into the boat and his disciples followed him. Mat 8:24 Without warning, a furious storm came up on the lake, so that the waves swept over the boat. But Jesus was sleeping. Mat 8:25 The disciples went and woke him, saying, Lord, save us! ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational