Sermons on Why Go To Church:

Studies In Genesis: Chapter 1 & 2 Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 14, 2011

This is a study of the book of Genesis. Genesis and Revelation are two of the most disputed books in the Bible. The premise of this study is the foundation of creation.

Note: When doing a study on a book in the Bible you use a lot of resources. The major influence for me on this study of Genesis is The Genesis Record by Henry Morris. Genesis 1:1-AV In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. 0430 ’elohiym {el-o-heem’} plural of 0433; TWOT - 93c; n ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

He Restored My Soul

Contributed by Ricky Hurst on May 15, 2011

A parallel between the restoration of a car to the restoration of a soul.

Open- PRAY! Lido Anthony Iacocca was born October 15, 1924 in Allentown, Pennsylvania to Italian immigrants. His family had settled in Allentown and ran a small restaurant called Yocco’s Hot Dogs. He grew up and graduated from Allentown High School in 1942 and later he attended LeHigh ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ultimate Forgiveness

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Nov 19, 2010

Forgiveness is possible regardless of the surrounding circumstances.

Text: “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do” (Luke 23:34). Story: “Abraham Lincoln and the Spy” When I was preaching in the Southern States of America, the minister called my attention to one of the elders. He said: “When the Civil war broke out, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Christian Church

Being What You Are: A New Creation.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

New life in Jesus Christ. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: 2 Corinthians chapter 5 verses 11-21. Quote: • This week I cam across a child’s definition of a caterpillar? • A worm in a fur coat. Ill: • A Caterpillar is a prickly, lazy self-centred bug. • Working hard to go no-where fast. • Little boys love ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

Denomination: Brethren

Word Of Salvation: Thief On The Cross

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Word of Salvation: Thief on the Cross. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 23 verses 32-43. Ill: • When evangelist John Wesley (1703-1791) was returning home from a service one night, • He was robbed. • The thief must have been disappointed; • Because his victim had only a little money and some Christian literature. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Brethren

Cries From The Cross - Word Of Salvation: Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Cries From The Cross - Word of Salvation: (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 23 verses 32-43. In this new series of studies: • We are considering the seven statements of Jesus from the cross: • These statements are very important to us: • Not only because of the Person who spoke them; • But, also because of the place where ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Brethren

Call Of Duty: Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Paul Basehore on Oct 27, 2015

By making sure that we put on the full armor of God we can be certain that the battle will be won.

Call of Duty: Spiritual Warfare This is a picture of the most famous fighter pilot in history. Fighting in a time when winning five air battles was considered impressive, he has been credited with 80 confirmed air combat victories, with several others suspected but unable to be proven. In fact, he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Teaching To The Test... And Beyond

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 10, 2015

Ultimately, it is not only what you know... it is what you do with what you know.

20151108 23rd Sunday after Pentecost B Title: Teaching to the Test... and Beyond Text: Mark 12:28-34 (Matthew 22:37-40 and Luke 10:25-28) Thesis: Ultimately, it is not only what you know… it’s what you do with what you know. Introduction Video Clip: “How NOT to Love ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary And Elizabeth Give Hope

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Dec 20, 2015

The lives of Elizabeth and Mary give us Christmas Hope!

MARY AND ELIZABETH GIVE HOPE When Jesus Christ came into the world a very special time came into being. • From His coming through until today, God has dumped the whole bucket of grace upon you. • We are potentially the most blessed people in the universe. • The angels were not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pay Attention To What I Say Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 6, 2015

In paying attention, what are we to do? 1- Listen attentively 2- Guard the heart 3- Keep corruption away 4- Look straight ahead

INTRO.- Pay attention. Pay attention to what you’re doing. Those were the words my dad said to me when I was just a youngster. Apparently, my mind and attention wandered a lot. Wandering and not paying attention can get a person into trouble or get them into something else. ILL.- A car ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Glorious Connection To God Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 9, 2014

The third message in this series reveals all the ways God has undertaken to relate us back to Himself: We are God's beloved children, with the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit, and blessed to be in Christ, and with Christ in us.

Inheritance Sermon #3: Our Glorious Connection to God: Key Verses: 1 Peter 1:3-4, “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Trinity 16 - The Deity Of Christ 5 Series

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Oct 3, 2015

The Trinity 16 - The Deity of Christ 5

The Trinity 16 - The Deity of Christ 5 Christ in the OT 2/24/13 I want to begin this morning by reading to you Colossians 1:9-10; “And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4

Denomination: Bible Church

Keep Reminding Myself

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 21, 2014

To remind us JESUS as both Blessor and the blessing of the LORD that made us rich not us, and to teach fathers to teach their children instructions and teachings from the LORD, and the mothers as reminders.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you reminding yourself? Are you an absentee parent? Are you abroad? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers specially the fathers III. OBJECTIVES: To remind us JESUS as both Blessor and the blessing of the LORD that made us rich not us, and to teach fathers to teach their children ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discerning God's Will: Tangible And Pragmatic Ways

Contributed by Pastor Matthew Faure on Mar 27, 2023

Discerning God's Will: Tangible and Pragmatic Ways

Discerning God's Will: Tangible and Pragmatic Ways Introduction: One of the most important aspects of the Christian faith is discerning the will of God. Many people struggle with the concept of discernment because they often do not know how to hear God's voice. It is important for us to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-24

Lifting Our Gaze: Finding Strength In The Heavenly Perspective Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 23, 2023

As we open our hearts and minds to the profound truths of His Word, let us explore a topic that resonates deeply with our theme of Visionary View "Lifting Our Gaze: Finding Strength in the Heavenly Perspective."

"Lifting Our Gaze: Finding Strength in the Heavenly Perspective" It is a privilege to stand here this evening, in the presence of our Almighty God, and delve into the depths of His Word with you. As we open our hearts and minds to the profound truths of His Word, let us explore a topic ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-2, Matthew 14:29-30, 2 Corinthians 4:18, Numbers 6:24-26, Psalm 123:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal