Sermons on Wisdom From Proverbs:

God's Benefits

Contributed by Carl Allen on Nov 3, 2008

David in this Psalm gives speaks of the benefits of God, that should give us more then enough reason to praise him.

God’s Benefits Psalm 103:1-5 Intro The background of this particular Psalm is unclear, but what is clear, is a desire on the part of David to praise God for all that He has done. He speaks of God’s personal blessings, vv. 1-5; His national blessings, vv. 6-7; His forgiving love, vv. 8-14; His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Careful Promises

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 9, 2009

St. Thomas Acquinas said, "All of society is based on promises and trust." We must therefore be careful about the promises we make and our intentions to keep them.

Mark 6: 14 – 29 / Be Careful What You Promise Intro: An Irishman had been drinking all night at a pub. The bartender announced the pub was closing so the Irishman stood up to leave and fell flat on his face. He tried again to stand with the same result; so, he decided to crawl outside and get ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Jesus Draws Near

Contributed by Larry Finley on Jul 13, 2009

Being near to Jesus dramatically and dynamically changes our life.

WHEN JESUS DRAWS NEAR 7/12/09 Luke 24:13-34 S__ L__ R__ 1. Two People – heated discussion a. some scholars thing its husband and wife b. point & counter point c. not - of rancor but of desperation 2. Discussion is not to prove/defeat/accuse a. share thoughts & feelings 3. Discovery of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-34

Denomination: Baptist

Unsaved "christians"

Contributed by David Mende on Jul 13, 2009

Good works are not the root of salvation, but they sure are the fruit of salvation. There are so many "Christians" in our churches who are not really saved. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

Unsaved “Christians” (Preached first on 02/11/08, Sunday) Text: Luke 6:43-46 Explain the Scripture text. Illustration: The great evangelist, Billy Graham, has been quoted many times as saying that the greatest mission field in our country to today is in our local church – the people sitting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Precious Stones- First Things First Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009

Joshua 1:9 “Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.”

Precious Stones First things First! 12/14/2006 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez – pastor_rr@yahoo.com Joshua 1:9 “Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.” “Mira que te mando que ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9

Denomination: Apostolic

Be Part Of The Revolution

Contributed by Andy Payne on Aug 10, 2009

A weak, shame-filled alcoholic did real good because the coach decided he was worth taking a risk on. In the same way, God sees our value and loves us enough to take a risk on us.

READ: Matt 25:14-30 1. God has Blessed us to be a blessing ILLUSTRATION: Stewardship and the Swiss Watchmaker Slogan Known for their luxury watches, Swiss watchmaker Patek Philippe has also become well-known for its clever advertising slogan: "You never actually own a Patek Philippe; you merely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Who Wants Some Bread 1: Work Series

Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Aug 17, 2009

Part one of a three part series on the four images of relationship that Jesus shares with us in John 6

INTRO: This event happened just after Jesus fed the 5,000 with the five loaves & two fish. • That evening, Jesus sent His disciples across the Sea of Galilee while He dismissed the people. Later in the night, He comes to them walking on the water. • Now many in the crowd have come to ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-40

Denomination: Methodist

50 Steps To Exchanging Your Discouragement For His Encouragement

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 21, 2009

Exchange your discouragement for His encouragement

Overcoming Discouragement Through the Exchanged Life More people are defeated by discouragement than by any other thing. C.S. Lewis in his famous "Screwtape Letters" writes about wormwood’s (the devil)most effective tool to derail Christians is the wedge of discouragement. Let us exchange our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unity In Christ Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 16, 2009

This sermon is an exposition of 1 Cor 1.10-17.

Unity in Christ Text: 1 Cor 1.10-17. Introduction: Illustration: The Queen Mary was the largest ship to cross the oceans when it was launched in 1936. Through four decades and a World War she served until she was retired, anchored as a floating hotel and museum in Long Beach, California. During ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Matthew 5 - Part 4 - Gentle Jesus, Meek And Mild - Not! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 22, 2009

The only thing about Christmas that bothers me is that people see Jesus as a baby, meek and mild but they don’t see Him for all that He really is.

23/12/09 Pastorross | public entry | tags: , Gentleness, Self Control, Quiet strength, Matthew 5 | report Matthew 5 - Part 4 - Gentle Jesus, meek and mild - NOT! The only thing about Christmas that bothers me is that people see Jesus as a baby, meek and mild but they don’t see Him for all that He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Suffering Servant: At Odds With The World Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jan 3, 2010

“In a world where success is the measure and justification of all things, the figure of him who was sentenced and crucified remains a stranger.” —Dietrich Bonhoeffer, German theologian, pastor, and martyr (1906–1945)

The Suffering Servant “” Isaiah 52:13-53:9 INTRO: By all accounts Jesus is the complete opposite of what you would expect of a religious or political figure, let alone a military commander or battlefield tactician. In reality he was none of these things. He failed to bring about the military ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Ease Of Becoming An Insignificant Christian

Contributed by Scott Delashaw on Jan 14, 2010

3 THINGS THAT WILL CAUSE YOUR LIFE TO BECOME INSIGNIFICANT AND WITHOUT EFFECT TOWARD OTHERS

The Ease of Becoming an Insignificant Christian Jude 22 * One of the greatest tragedies for a Christian is that His/Her life may be lived without ever making any significant impact for the glory of God. * Insignificant = without measurable or noticeable impact or contribution. ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:22

Denomination: Baptist

Knock, Knock!

Contributed by Johnny Knight on Jan 26, 2010

The “knock, knock” is the knocking the Holy Spirit does on our heart’s door.

KNOCK KNOCK Text: Revelation 3:20 “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me.” Knock Knock, who’s there? Atch. Atch, who? Gezunheit! Knock Knock, who’s there? Boo. Boo, who? Why are you ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Genesis 9 – Part 5 – But My Father Deserves My Disrespect! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 27, 2010

Noah gets drunk and gets naked in his tent. He behaves badly. He fails in terms of his witness to his family. He fails God in that he’s way out of control. BUT IT IS HAM’S DISRESPECT, NOT NOAH’S FAILURES THAT FEATURE IN THIS STORY.

Genesis 9 – Part 5 – BUT MY FATHER DESERVES MY DISRESPECT! So here’s the story again - Noah gets drunk and gets naked in his tent. He behaves badly. He fails in terms of his witness to his family. He fails God in that he’s way out of control. BUT IT IS HAM’S ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:22-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Still Stuck Up That Tree

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 20, 2008

ZACCHAEUS, looked and longed up the tree it wasn’t until he climbed down that he met with Jesus you can listen to this message at www.preaching.co.nr (Oct 2008)

Are You still Stuck Up that Tree Luke 19 :1-10 ILL Have you even climb a tree? You Known it is easier to Climb up a tree than climb down. ZACCHAEUS was a well known man, worked as tax collector, Top job, chief tax collector, an employer, in fact Jericho was a main office, a trading rout so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God