Sermons on Whitewashed Wall:

What Christmas Means...

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 23, 2002

In this message we will look at 6 things that Christmas means that are totally independent of food, family, gifts and snow.

What Christmas Means… [show a clip from Jingle All The Way – in the beginning of the movie where Arnie goes to the store and meets Sinbad… start clip when it shows sky line and it when Arnie goes outside of store…] I don’t know about you, BUT like the character that Arnie is playing in the clip ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wages Of Sin

Contributed by Craig Fenton on Aug 21, 2001

WAGES OF SIN BY CHARLES FINNEY

THE WAGES OF SIN. "The wages of sin is death." -- Romans 6:23. THE death here spoken of is that which is due as the penal sanction of God’s law. In presenting the subject of our text, I must -- I. Illustrate the nature of sin; II. Specify some of the attributes of the penal sanctions of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dealing With Disaster

Contributed by Mike Maggard on Sep 13, 2001

The prophet Joel, writing some 2,700 years ago, shows God’s people nine steps for dealing with national catastrophes as America experienced September 11, 2001

It has been an incredible week; one that none of us, I suspect, will ever forget. The images of destruction will be forever etched in our memories. The song Phil just sang written by Chris Rice poses the dilemma that many of us face as followers of Jesus Christ. Did you catch the lyric: “Well, if ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Is? Part 2

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 11, 2004

Love needs to be defined in light of what the Bible says love is. Love really is only defined in light of the statement ¡§God is Love!¡¨ If you do not start with God then you cannot know or experience love in your life.

Love is ¡KPart 2 Thesis: Love needs to be defined in light of what the Bible says love is. Love really is only defined in light of the statement ¡§God is Love!¡¨ If you do not start with God then you cannot know or experience love in your life. Opening Illustration from Step Mom: Scene were the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Passion For The Cross Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 9, 2004

In this message we will answer the question the thief had in the movie the passion of the Christ, "why do you embrace your cross?" (Passion of the Christ - pt 3)

His Passion For The Cross The Passion Of The Christ – pt 3 It was now about the sixth hour, and darkness came over the whole land until the ninth hour, for the sun stopped shining. And the curtain of the temple was torn in two. Jesus called out with a loud voice, "Father, into your hands I commit ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

His Passion For His People

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 20, 2004

In this message we will see Christ’s passion for his people (his church) and we will be challenged to go nuts!

His Passion For His People The Passion Of The Christ – part 4 SHOW – the DVD of the passion… The Passion of the Christ. I don’t know about you BUT – I never grow tired of seeing, hearing or reflecting about Christ’s passion… Without any doubt whatsoever… Jesus Christ was the most passionate ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fly High - Acts Part 4

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 11, 2006

The book of Acts was written to show what God can do with ordinary people who are filled with the Holy Spirit.

Fly High – Acts part 4 On the lighter side of life: The Secret Service is preparing to issue a cease-and-desist order to stop a Christian ministry’s use of a gospel tract designed as a "million-dollar bill," after someone tried to deposit one of them into a bank account, reports WorldNetDaily. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Five Reasons Why Preachers Should Be Paid

Contributed by George Barton on Aug 5, 2006

Gives the five reasons Paul gives in 1 Cor 9 for paying the preacher.

WHY PREACHERS SHOULD BE PAID REVISED 08-05-2006 FIVE REASONS WHY GOSPEL PREACHERS SHOULD BE PAID 1 Corinthians 9:1-27 (1 Cor 9:1 NIV) Am I not free? Am I not an apostle? Have I not seen Jesus our Lord? Are you not the result of my work in the Lord? (1 Cor 9:2 NIV) Even though I may not be an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

He Came To Tell Us The Truth Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 13, 2005

In this message we will look at some of the truths that Jesus came to bring us and what He wants us to do with them (I Am Jesus -10)

He Came To Tell Us The Truth I Am Jesus – part ten Jesus’ trial before Caiaphas ended in the early hours of the morning. Then he was taken to the headquarters of the Roman governor. His accusers didn’t go in themselves because it would defile them, and they wouldn’t be allowed to celebrate the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith In God

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 17, 2005

Faith, it does a body good

Faith in God Mark 11:22-24 Sunday July 22, 2001 We have seen that God has provided a marvelous salvation from all the consequences of man’s rebellion. This salvation is to be received through repentance and faith. God expects us to change our allegiance. We must now love Him and serve Him - ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-17

Denomination: Church Of God

How Deep The Father's Love For Us

Contributed by Ricky Kyles on Dec 29, 2007

The Grace of God is absolutely necessary because of man’s inability

How great the Father’s love for us that causes Him to love a stenchful retch like us John 11:32-46 Introduction There once was a Pastor who on a particular Sunday morning preached a fire and brimstone sermon regarding Hell and he warned sternly chastised the congregation that unless they ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Origin Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Oct 21, 2008

Why is marriage between a man and a woman so important? The true meaning of anything is permanently connected to it’s origin, so let’s go back to the ’book of beginnings’ (Genesis) to find out God’s purpose for marriage.

The Origin of Marriage Series: Origins October 19, 2008 Pastor Chris Kelly Video Clip “The Princess Bride” In case you didn’t recognize it, that’s a famous scene from the movie “The Princess Bride”. Westley is attempting to save his beloved, “Buttercup” from being married to the evil Prince ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Be Responsible Not Irresponsible" 1 Cor Pt 8 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 16, 2008

Paul warns the mature Christians in Corinth not to be irresponsible but responsible for the growth and spiritual well being of the babes in Christ.

“Be responsible not irresponsible!” Have Dr. Joe share about his mission trip? Summarize last week’s message: Lessons on marriage and family – Paul tells the church to be responsible and do things God’s way! Today he tells them to be responsible also in their relationships with others in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going With Grace

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 2, 2008

God’s Grace Abounds

a. PRAYER b. Introduction a. Today’s message begins a three part series of studies as we take a look at the life and times of the Apostle Paul. We have just finished up the Book of Acts, so some of what we will be covering may be old hat to you. b. But I encourage you to take a fresh look at the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Restoring The Lord's Church In Every City

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 13, 2008

This booklet covers some matters of radically biblical church polity and leadership. This is good for training or retraining leaders who have a heart to serve.

RESTORING THE LORD’S CHURCH IN EACH CITY Pastor Eric J. Hanson INTRODUCTION God has been dealing with many people over the course of many years with the theme of New Testament Order for the Church. In the Bible we see clearly that the first ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational