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Old Whiners Or New Wineskins? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 24, 2018

We all have a tendency to reject a new idea, or a new revelation of truth because we like the old too much. Like an old, stiff wineskin, our hearts and minds can calcify until we become so inflexible we can’t accept change.

INTRODUCTION Have you ever known someone who was a chronic whiner? They are constantly whining about their health or the weather, or what’s going on in Washington. Do you know someone like that? Now, do you think anybody was thinking about YOU? Chronic whiners and complainers are everywhere. I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

More Than Hatch, Match, And Dispatch Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 20, 2003

People expect only the ceremonial from the church. But God wants to give us a rich, varied, and outward-reaching life.

Last week you seemed to get a big charge out of my little story about going to a wedding rehearsal and wasting time waiting for a key person to arrive. When I said that I didn’t know what we’d do on Sunday afternoon if he didn’t show up, you let out a belly laugh. You assumed I was talking about ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

More Than Hatch, Match, And Dispatch Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 13, 2000

The church is for far more than empty ceremony on occasions demanded by tradition; it is the steward of new life, with a rich and full experience that employs the diversity of gifts God has given it.

Last week you seemed to get a big charge out of my little story about going to a wedding rehearsal and wasting time waiting for a key person to arrive. When I said that I didn’t know what we’d do on Sunday afternoon if he didn’t show up, you let out a belly laugh. You assumed I was talking about ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Pancakes And Peanut Butter

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Dec 23, 2008

This is a very personal funeral message written for my grandmother, but could be adapted for anyone.

Grandma Geri’s Message Pancakes and Peanut Butter December 17, 2008 I have had the honor of performing many funerals. Whether I know the person who has passed away or not it is always difficult to watch a family mourn. It’s always difficult to see them in pain, wishing they could have their loved ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Wicked Woman Falls, The Righteous Woman Rises Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 31, 2002

When was the last time you said, "Hallelujah!" and meant it? Hallelujahs are rare in the Bible until Rev. 19. What’s all the praise about? Look and see!

The Grand Finale of God’s Word Revelation 17 -19:10 Lesson 8 The Wicked Woman Falls and the Righteous Woman Rises What do you think about weddings? When I performed the wedding for my son and his bride, weddings took on a new meaning to me. There I stood, a father joining his only son and his ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are Your Commitments?

Contributed by Michael Durst on Dec 6, 2007

A look at the extreme commitment of Ruth, and how we should do likewise.

I have had the privilege of officiated two weddings this summer. Since being ordained last May, I have officiated a total of four weddings, and two of the four have been relatives of my wife. Jen has a big family, and by family I am not referring to brothers and sisters. She only has one ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-17

Denomination: Holiness

You Must Be Ready Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 27, 2014

The concept of Jesus' return in Luke 12:35-48 teaches us to be ready for his return.

Scripture Jesus was on his way to Jerusalem from Galilee. He only had a few months left to live before his death. He knew that he was going there to die to pay the penalty for sin. He would sacrifice his life in order to reconcile sinners with a holy God. Along the way to Jerusalem Jesus gave his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Love Song Of The King

Contributed by John Stevenson on Dec 26, 2004

A look at the Love Song of the King as found in Psalm 45.

THE LOVE SONG OF THE KING PSALM 45 For the choir director; according to the Shoshannim. A Maskil of the sons of Korah. A Song of Love. My heart overflows with a good theme; I address my verses to the King; My tongue is the pen of a ready writer. (Psalm 45:1). This Psalm opens with a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Baptism: Identifying With Christ Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Jun 23, 2021

This message views the symbol of baptism and looks at it piece by piece, in order to understand what it represents; which, in the end, will provide a fuller picture of how we’re supposed to live our life for Jesus Christ.

This morning I’m going to be preaching on baptism and have us look at its symbolism; and I want to begin with an illustration. If you have a wedding ring on right now, then take a look at it. “Baptism is like a wedding ring. Both symbolize transactions. A wedding ring symbolizes marriage, just ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Famous Last Words On Discipleship Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 3, 2024

7 things on discipleship (Outline adapted from Randy Johns at: https://lacoc.org/sermons/revelation-the-last-word-on-discipleship/)

HoHum: A young couple got involved in a church where there was a lot of shouting and clapping and excitement for Jesus. They were trying to convince Grandma that she should attend. The young man said to Grandma, “The Holy Spirit was really there!” Grandma kept rocking and didn’t say a word. The ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-10, Revelation 14:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Wants To Marry A Prostitute?

Contributed by Steve Wynkoop on Aug 10, 2004

Passionately pursue a relationship with God don’t tend to a religious duty.

Who Wants to Marry a Prostitute? A young couple were on their way to get married when they had a tragic accident. The next thing they knew, they were standing arm-in-arm at the pearly gates. They told St. Peter what had happened and then said, "We really want to spend eternity as man and wife. ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:2-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shut Out Of Heaven

Contributed by James May on Nov 11, 2007

Behold the Bridegroom Cometh, Go ye out to meet him. Jesus is coming soon. Are we ready?

Shut Out of Heaven By Pastor Jim May Matthew 25:1-13, "Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom. And five of them were wise, and five were foolish. They that were foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Church Series

Contributed by Timothy Gardner on Nov 27, 2012

The word "Church" is so often used out of context. This sermon series helps the church (the people) identify how God defines church buy using seven different analogies found in the Bible. This is the introduction sermon to the series. There are eight serm

The Church (Sermon 1) Sermon Series by Timothy Gardner Church Analogies (Overview) I found this poem found hanging on a wall in St. Louis at a local Salvation Army church. It was knitted together and it hung in the sanctuary. I wrote it down because i found it interesting to share with others. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23

Denomination: Salvation Army

Ten Virgins Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jun 10, 2016

The parable of the Ten Virgins. Jesus describes the end of the age

Introduction A. We have read Matthew 25:1 - 13 1. In this is Jesus’ parable of the ten virgins a. As I studied this parable I found many interpretations b. The first interpretation to consider is that these ten virgins are Christians (1) The ten are waiting for the second coming ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Before The Cross, We Were On His Mind!

Contributed by James Groce on Apr 19, 2001

• God so loved us that He had us on his mind back before the world was created.

BEFORE The Cross, We Were On His Mind! ------------- Revelation 13:8 And all that dwell upon the earth shall worship him, whose names are not written in the book of life of the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world. Ephesians 1:3-6 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:8

Denomination: Pentecostal