Sermons on What Is Paradise:

What Not To Expect Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 27, 2010

In our Christian walk we cannot expect an easy way, we cannot expect to be perfect nor can we expect to have all the answers but we can expect that our Lord will come again.

What Not To Expect Faith Expectations part 11 07/20/08 PM Text: Various [This lesson and this series are drawn from the writings of Tom Allen in his book “What to expect now that you believe.”] Faith Expectations This lesson is the last in the Faith Expectations series. The purpose of this series ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Matter What

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Mar 1, 2010

Lent 2C - A look at Psalm 27 & Philippians 3:17-4:1. With a reminder that God loves us no matter what. And a challenge to be examples of Christ, no matter what.

No Matter What Philippians 3:17-4:1 & Psalm 27 (Lent 2C - 2010) Rev. Beth Garrod-Logsdon Wilmore Presbyterian Church On Thursday, I took the opportunity to go to Asbury Seminary’s chapel service to experience the preaching of one of the top preachers of our time. Dr. Tom Long is Professor ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is A Christian? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 4, 2010

This sermon is a recap of Jesus' identity and mission, and then explains what it means to follow him.

Scripture The past few Sundays we have been exploring Christianity by looking primarily at the Gospel of Mark. Let’s read Mark 8:22-38: 22 And they came to Bethsaida. And some people brought to him a blind man and begged him to touch him. 23 And he took the blind man by the hand and led ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is A Pastor

Contributed by Jeff Hamric on Mar 7, 2010

We often use the word, "Pastor" to describe any paid leader in the church. The New Testament gives us a much different description.

What Is A Pastor? In this chapter we will give a brief overview of what the Biblical definition of a “pastor” really is. We will attempt to dispel some myths that have developed and have been perpetuated for years regarding this very much-needed ministry in the Body of Christ. We will also ...read more

Denomination: *other

What Is Baptism?

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Nov 24, 2009

Baptism is a step of obedience, a public declaration and a personal commitment.

WHAT IS BAPTISM A drunk stumbled along a baptismal service on Sunday afternoon down by the river. He proceeded to walk down into the water and stood next to the Preacher. The minister turned and noticed the old drunk and said, "Mister, Are you ready to find Jesus?" The drunk looks back and says, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What Is Communion?

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 2, 2009

Communion is looking backward, looking forward and looking inward.

WHAT IS COMMUNION Every Friday the old man would walk the beach with a bucket full of shrimp feeding the seagulls. His name is Eddie Rickenbacker. In October of 1942 he had been sent on a mission to deliver an important message to Gen Douglas McArthur. With a handpicked crew he flew his B-17 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-30

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What A Contradiction!

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Dec 9, 2009

A Sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent, Series C

3rd Sunday in Advent, December 13, 2009 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through the power of you Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to your Word, that we might hear your truth and prepare ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Lutheran

"What Is Truth?"

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009

Message about Pilate’s question to Jesus.

“What is Truth?” John 18:36-38 October 18, 2009 General introduction Dr. Norman Geisler and Dr. Frank Turek make some important points regarding truth in their book I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist (Crossway Books, 2004). Some of their material is quoted below: "We demand truth in ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36-38

Denomination: Wesleyan

Now What? Series

Contributed by James Parker on Mar 6, 2011

The elections are over, some are happy, some dissapointed. We could gloat or gripe, but what we should do is pray!

Random Thoughts Elections Done, Now What? 1 Tim 2:1 Last week we talked about Knowing Jesus. the world knows the name of Jesus, many even know the story of Jesus, but they do not Know Jesus. That knowledge comes through relationship with Him. It comes with a desire to know more about him. We find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

Say What? Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 11, 2011

The 21st sermon in our series on the book of Genesis. In this particular sermon we are looking at the confusion of languages at the Tower of Babel.

Genesis Pt. 21 – “Say What?” Text: Genesis 11:1-9 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Now if you remember last time, when we looked at Genesis 10, we saw the sons of Noah and their descendants, and they were listed out for us, and we were told that from them, all the nations of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is A Church

Contributed by Kerry Dunn on Mar 11, 2011

we as the church are here to prove he lives.

>>>>What is a church>>>> Gal 2:20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me... (KJV) Is it a place to see your friends? Is it a place to sing and dance? Is it a place to pray? Is it a place to talk and socialize? Is it a place to where nice ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

By What Authority?

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 20, 2011

This sermon is about claiming and living with the authority that God gives us in Jesus Christ!

By What Authority? Serm0931 Rev. Scott A. Bradford Mat 21:23-32 3-20-11 Uvalde 2nd Lent Comedian George Carlin (of whom I am not a fan, and often think he is either vulgar or brash) once said “I have as much authority as the Pope, I just don’t have as many people who believe ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: United Methodist

What Is A Conviction?

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Apr 1, 2011

TEN SCRIPTURAL CONVICTIONS …which every man must teach his family in order to protect them from destructive influences of wrong desires, false philosophies and Satanic temptations.

What is a conviction? A conviction is a basic scriptural principle which we purpose to follow, whatever the cost! How do convictions differ from preferences? Quiz: Which are convictions and which are preferences? 1. I have a conviction that I should try and overcome a drinking ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Not To Wear Series

Contributed by Tim Chinn on Apr 4, 2011

This expository message on Colossians 3:1-17 uses a popular TV show as a way to reinforce the text.

What Not to Wear” Colossians 3:1-17 Big Idea: When Christ is at your core your “spiritual clothes” will be right. (props.= 2 racks of clothes, one of old clothes and one with new clothes) Introduction: Most of us know how important it is to make a good first impression. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Worship?

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Apr 6, 2011

So much confusion about Worship, as if it really is all about a type of music, let's see what Jesus has to say about worship.

WHAT IS WORSHIP? (All of my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com And all Scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) This morning we are missing all the other Elders of the church, I am the only one here. They are all attending worship at our sister church in Shenendoah, and will ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ